MOVOFLEX^® Advanced Soft Chews Joint Supplement for dogs

 

 

• Support for overall hip and joint structure and flexibility, as well as bone health
• Complete balance of ingredients with synergistic functions, now including:
  • Krill oil, providing omega-3 fatty acids to help lubricate joints^1,2
  • Low molecular weight hyaluronic acid, shown to support joint health^3,4
• Positive results within as little as seven days⁵ with no loading dose

 

 

 

 

Astaxanthin
Powerful antioxidant: Supports joint health with protection from free radicals and nitrous oxide⁶

Boswellic acids
Derived from Boswellia serrata, an ingredient known to help decrease normal inflammatory pathways:⁷ Supports structural integrity of joints and connective tissues

BiovaFlex^® Eggshell Membrane
Membrane from eggshells includes chondroitin sulfate, collagen and elastin: Supports joint structure and flexibility

Vitamin D3
Synthetic ingredient: Supports bone health

High molecular weight hyaluronic acid
Produced via bacterial fermentation: Supports joint flexibility and viscosity of synovial fluids^7,8

NEW! Krill oil
Sustainably sourced Antarctic krill, which contains omega-3 fatty acids: Helps lubricate joints

Synergistic effect: Contains omega-3 fatty acids in a form bound to phospholipids, helping improve the absorption capabilities of astaxanthin and hyaluronic acid^1,2

NEW! Low molecular weight hyaluronic acid
Produced via bacterial fermentation: Supports joint structure and joint maintenance^3,4

Synergistic effect: Shown to support joint health in combination with krill oil and astaxanthin^3,4

 

To assess pet owner perceptions of the new formulation, we conducted a 30-day trial of MOVOFLEX^® Advanced Soft Chews.⁵ All participating dogs were already taking the original MOVOFLEX^® Soft Chews.

Pet owners completed online surveys at Days 0, 7 and 30. Perceptions assessed included:

• Palatability
• Ease of administering the chew
• Effectiveness on mobility

 

DAY 30 RESULTS

Palatability
91% perceived it as similar to or better than the original chew⁵

Ease of administering
96% said it was as easy or easier to give their dog when compared with the original⁵

Effectiveness on mobility
63% recognized an improvement in their dog’s mobility⁵

Purchase interest
90% said they would purchase if recommended by a veterinarian⁵

 

 

• To order MOVOFLEX Advanced Soft Chews for your clinic, please talk with your distributor or Virbac representative
• Your clients can order directly from iVet.com once your clinic is registered
• Questions about getting started with iVet? Give our Sales & Customer Service team a call at 1-844-484-7222

 

For your healthcare team

• MOVOFLEX Advanced Soft Chews Detailer (PDF)
• MOVOFLEX Advanced Soft Chews Product Comparison Chart (PDF)
• Satisfaction Guarantee (PDF)

 

For your clients

• MOVOFLEX Advanced Soft Chews Pet Owner Brochure (PDF)
• MOVOFLEX Advanced Soft Chews Pet Owner In-Clinic Sell Sheet (PDF)

 

For your website, social media & online communications

• Virbac Veterinary Resource Center »

 

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Warnings: Not for human consumption. Keep out of the reach of children and animals. In case of accidental overdose, contact a health professional immediately.

Cautions: If animal’s condition worsens or does not improve, stop product administration and consult your veterinarian. Safe use in pregnant animals or animals intended for breeding has not been proven.

References:

1. Mercke Odeberg J, Lignell A, Pettersson A, Höglund P. Oral bioavailability of the antioxidant astaxanthin in humans is enhanced by incorporation of lipid based formulations. Eur J Pharm Sci. 2003;19(4):299-304. doi: 10.1016/s0928-0987(03)00135-0.
2. Huang SL, Ling PX, Zhang TM. Oral absorption of hyaluronic acid and phospholipids complexes in rats. World J Gastroenterol. 2007;13(6):945-949. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v13.i6.945.
3. Park DR, Ko R, Kwon SH, et al. FlexPro MD, a mixture of krill oil, astaxanthin, and hyaluronic acid, suppresses lipopolysaccharide-induced inflammatory cytokine production through inhibition of NF-κB. J Med Food. 2016;19(12):1196-1203. doi: 10.1089/
4. jmf.2016.3787.
5. Park MH, Jung JC, Hill S, et al. FlexPro MD^®, a combination of krill oil, astaxanthin and hyaluronic acid, reduces pain behavior and inhibits inflammatory response in monosodium iodoacetate-induced osteoarthritis in rats. Nutrients. 2020;12(4):956. doi: 10.3390/nu12040956.
6. Data on file. Virbac Corporation.
7. Pashkow FJ, Watumull DG, Campbell CL. Astaxanthin: a novel potential treatment for oxidative stress and inflammation in cardiovascular disease. Am J Cardiol. 2008;101(10A):58D-68D. doi: 10.1016/j.amjcard.2008.02.010.
8. Balogh L, Polyak A, Mathe D, et al. Absorption, uptake and tissue affinity of high-molecular-weight hyaluronan after oral administration in rats and dogs. J Agric Food Chem. 2008;56(22):10582-10593. doi: 10.1021/jf8017029.

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