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The new standard in giant breed wellness. Tailored joint support for dogs over 100lbs+.

Community & education for big dog parents who refuse to settle — because our giants deserve more, better years.

10/31/2026

Bubba's already making progress. 💛

Those first few steps after getting up used to come with some hobbling. Now, he's getting up easier and moving without that initial hesitation.

And he's a fan of the chewable tablets, too. 👏

We love hearing about these early wins, especially knowing that joint support takes time and consistency. With the full 60–90 day window still ahead of him, we're excited to see how Bubba continues to do!

Here's to more, better years for big dogs 🐾

10/30/2026

It's not that we don't like people. We just have a very competitive applicant pool. 🐾 Who else has a dog-heavy social circle?

10/30/2026

Your 150-pound dog might be able to reach the Halloween candy bowl without even trying. That doesn't mean they're any safer if they get into it. 🎃

One of the biggest misconceptions about giant breeds is that their size protects them from things that would be dangerous for smaller dogs.

Sometimes it helps. Sometimes it doesn't. And sometimes being BIG just means they can get into a whole lot more trouble.

So before the trick-or-treaters arrive, here's your reminder to keep the candy somewhere those big noses can't find it.

And take five minutes to save your nearest emergency vet's number. Better yet, make sure they're equipped to handle a dog your size.

We've broken down what warrants an immediate call, where size actually makes a difference, and what to have ready if your dog gets into something they shouldn't.

Swipe through, save this one, and share it with a fellow big dog parent!

10/30/2026

The front of the dog-food bag is where the marketing lives.

The back is where you find the information that actually helps you evaluate it. 👀

Here’s my three-part label check:

1. Find the nutritional adequacy statement
Does it say the food is complete and balanced? Is it formulated for your dog’s current life stage?

2. Read the ingredient list
I look for a clearly named whole meat first, like chicken, beef, or turkey. I avoid by-product meals and vague animal ingredients that don’t clearly tell me what they contain or where they came from.

3. Check the feeding chart
Treat it as a starting point, not a prescription. Your dog’s actual needs depend on their age, activity, body condition, and overall health.

And remember, an ingredient list still has limitations. It tells you what was used, but not the quality, digestibility, or exact quantity of every ingredient.

When was the last time you read your big dog’s entire food label? 👇

Welcome to Day 28 of 30 Days to More, Better Years, where I’m sharing one practical tip every day to help your giant-breed dog live healthier and stronger.

Share this with a giant-breed parent, and follow for Day 29!

10/29/2026

We talk a lot about helping older dogs maintain a healthy weight, but cutting calories shouldn’t accidentally mean shortchanging the muscle they still need.

Muscle helps your big dog do the ordinary things that keep them independent:

• Get up from the floor
• Stabilize their joints
• Climb stairs
• Recover from a stumble
• Keep enjoying walks and adventures

That muscle needs both regular use and adequate nutrition to stick around.

This doesn’t mean finding the food with the biggest protein number on the bag. Percentages can be misleading because foods vary in moisture and calories. Your dog’s ideal intake also depends on their age, activity level, overall diet, and medical needs.

Ask your veterinarian to evaluate your dog’s muscle condition, not just their weight, and whether their current food provides enough high-quality protein for the dog in front of you.

Have you ever discussed your dog’s protein intake with your veterinarian? 👇

Welcome to Day 27 of 30 Days to More, Better Years, where I’m sharing one practical tip every day to help your giant-breed dog live healthier and stronger.

Share this with a giant-breed parent, and follow for Day 28!

10/28/2026

A giant-breed puppy’s growth is impressive enough without trying to put it on fast-forward.

Their adult size is largely determined by genetics. Feeding more does not create a better version of that adult dog. It can simply push a rapidly developing body to grow faster than necessary.

When choosing a puppy food, turn the bag around and find the nutritional adequacy statement.

For a puppy expected to weigh 70 pounds or more as an adult, look for language stating that the food provides complete and balanced nutrition for growth, including the growth of large-sized dogs.

That wording matters because giant-breed puppies require more carefully controlled levels of:

• Calories
• Calcium
• Phosphorus
• The ratio between calcium and phosphorus

And unless your veterinarian has identified a specific need, avoid adding calcium or mineral supplements to an already complete and balanced growth diet. Adding more can disrupt the balance the food was formulated to provide.

The goal isn’t to keep a puppy small or restrict the nutrients they need.

It’s to help them grow at a steady rate, maintain a lean body condition, and give that developing skeleton the support it needs.

How big is your future giant expected to be? 👇

Welcome to Day 26 of 30 Days to More, Better Years, where I’m sharing one practical tip every day to help your giant-breed dog live healthier and stronger.

Share this with someone raising a future giant, and follow for Day 27!

10/27/2026

We made gravy for giant dogs. It won an award. What a time to be alive. 🏆

What started as a solution for big dogs who turned their noses up at chewable tablets has become an award-winning product. Who would've thought a little beefy gravy would get us here? 😂

Same joint-supporting ingredients. A whole new way to serve them. And most importantly, more big dogs getting the support they deserve.

We're incredibly proud of this one, and even more grateful to all the big dog parents who've given our Gravy Blend a try, shared their stories, and helped us get here.

Here's to more innovation, more happy big dogs, and more, better years. 💛🐾

[Our Giant Breed Hip & Joint Gravy Blend was named 2026 Dog Food Functional Topper of the Year by the Pet Innovation Awards]

10/26/2026

And that’s a wrap on our first season of Big Dog Walk Club!

We couldn't have asked for a better way to end the year than a Halloween-themed pack walk with some very large, very creatively dressed dogs. 😂

The costumes were fantastic. The dogs were good sports. And the company was even better.

We also had the pleasure of welcoming Dr. Gabby Turner from who shared some great insights into acupuncture and other alternative therapies that can help support mobility in our big dogs. We love getting to learn about different ways to help these giants stay active and comfortable as they age. Thank you, Dr. Turner, for spending the morning with us!

But our favorite part of these walks has always been seeing the community come together. Big dog people meeting other big dog people, swapping stories, making friends, and sharing a love for these ridiculous animals.

When we started Big Dog Walk Club this year, that's exactly what we hoped it would become.

A huge thank-you to everyone who came out this season, whether you joined us for one walk or every single one. You helped make our first year something pretty special. 💛

We'll be back for more walks next year!

Big dogs. Good people. Better years. 🐾

P.S. We need to know. Which costume was your favorite? 😂🎃

10/26/2026

Just a puppy and her shredding activity, giving the household some peace and quiet 🤫 👌 💯

10/22/2026

Malone's still got some moves! 💪🐾

At 8 years old, this handsome Cane Corso has been taking our Giant Breed Hip & Joint supplement for going on a year, and his dad, Justin, says the difference between day one and today has been amazing.

THIS is why we built a joint supplement specifically for the big dogs. 💛

Because getting older doesn't have to mean giving up the things they love doing.

Huge thanks to Justin for sharing Malone's story and trusting us to be part of his care.

Here's to more, better years for Malone! 🐾

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