Be Well For Dogs vs. Glyco-Flex I for Dogs Comparison

Be Well For Dogs

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Glyco-Flex I for Dogs

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SynoviG3 Soft Chews

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Product Type

Granular Powder

Soft Chew

How it works

Omega 3 promotes healthy joints

Maintains healthy joints & connective tissue

Supports joint function, flexibility, and to help strengthen joint cartilage

Additional Benefits

Chondroitin

N/A

Omega Fatty Acids

Manganese

N/A

For Medium and Small Dogs

N/A

400 mg

Creatine

N/A

250 mg

Perna

N/A

600 mg

150 mg

What Makes it Different?

All natural whole food supplement

Specially formulated for younger dogs or dogs predisposed to hip or joint dysfunction

Comes in 4 formulations to suit finicky dogs

How Long Does it Take to Work?

1-3 weeks

Usage

Taste

Beef Flavor

Natural Imitation Roast Chicken Flavor

Natural Liver Flavor

Ok to Use with RX Pain Medications?

Recommended For

Dogs

Here's What Customers are Saying Pros

"Excellent results! His hair is soft now! Both dogs love the flavor." " seems to be working to calm the itch and reduce the rash."

"...for about 2 weeks now and she is obviously moving around much better (and faster) and seems happier. "

"You'll be shocked at the difference in your dogs ability to move, jump and run!"

Here's What Customers are Saying Cons

"Bad News for dogs with Celiac Disease"

" Unfortunately, she refused to touch it. "

"...will not eat them."

Vet Review

When I first saw this product introduced several years back at a holistic veterinary conference with other veterinarians, I was initially quite skeptical about all of the touted ingredients and clinical responses with this product. At the time, the product representatives also had before/after photos of dogs who had used this product, and what a huge difference it made on coat issues, digestive issues, joint issues, etc.. and I remember how we were all so excited to get back to our practices and start using this very versatile product to see if it really made a difference in dogs. And in my many years of using this product I have not been disappointed. While its main ingredient is organic flax seed as a rich source of health promoting omega 3 fatty acids, this super supplement is also chock full of other antioxidants and nutrients like green tea, lecithin, kelp and other wonderful ingredients. Together they truly provide the "missing link", which is lost in the high temperature processing and cooking of today's commercial dog foods from the supermarket and even those sold at vet offices. Dog guardians can use this product for wellness and preventative health, as well as to help manage coat/skin allergy problems, digestive issues, and joint problems. It is very economical, lasting a few months at least in mid sized dogs. The only rare side effects I have seen is occasional diarrhea in dogs sensitive to added fat to their diet, which usually can be minimized by gradually building up to final recommended dose on bag over 1-2 weeks. Occasionally a pet wont eat it, but most of my patients love the flavor. My overall rating is a 4.5. The effectiveness is a 4 and the taste is also a 4.

Glyco-Flex I is a wonderful product is for those pets with early or mild arthritis. Not only does this formula have the Perna Canaliculus of the original classic formula, but additional glucosamine added helps add to the joint stabilizing effect of this supplement. This is one of the most common products I will use in younger dogs as a preventative supplement, or dogs/breeds predisposed to hip or other joint dysfunction. For pets that have more serious joint problems. I will often use the more advanced formula Glycoflex II or Glycol-flex III products. However for those pets with mild or early arthritis this will be one of the first products I will reach for off of the shelf. I only rarely see diarrhea in treated pets, and am happy to give this product an overall ranking of 4.5 out of 5.

One of my favorite comprehensive joint supplements, synoviG3 has an excellent high concentration of glucosamine, MSM, creatine, and Perna Canaliculus. I have always favored products with perna canaliculus on the ingredient list, as this ingredient has been shown clinically in human trials to be very effective for both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. With regular use, this product can not only support joint function and flexibility, but also help strengthen joint cartilage as well. The addition of antioxidants, omega 3 fatty acids, not only enhances the efficacy of this product, but also has other health benefits for the heart, brain and kidneys. Another excellent benefit of this product is the availability of it in several formulations to fit the needs of any dog. I have yet seen any side effects when using this product. The only drawback to this product is the somewhat high cost. I give this product an overall ranking of a 4.5 out of 5.

How Much Do I Give My Pet?

Depends on weight

Depends on weight.

RX Prescription Required?

Known Side Effects

None

Administer during or after the pet has eaten to reduce incidence of gastrointestinal upset.

Rare Side Effects

None

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