1. Blue Buffalo Jolly Joints
About: Jolly Joints by Blue Buffalo is formulated specifically with dogs that suffer from arthritis in mind. It is a great choice for dogs that are allergic to beef.
Blue Buffalo Jolly Joints includes antioxidant and anti-inflammatory ingredients like blueberries, turmeric, and cranberries.
In addition, the food has joint-supportive ingredients like fish oil which supplies omega-3 fatty acids and glucosamine, and chondroitin (from shrimp meal) which has been shown to increase joint health in some studies.
The food does include peas and pea fiber which may be linked to heart disease in dogs. To read more about the possible effects of peas on dogs and the latest research on the topic read our article here.
PROS
No Corn, Soy, or Wheat
No Artificial Flavors or Preservatives
Antioxidant-rich ingredients
Joint supportive ingredients
CONS
Added Salt
Chicken Meal
Includes peas & pea fiber
2. Just Food For Dogs Joint & Skin Support
Just food for dogs’ joint and skin support is great for dogs with joint issues and allergies since there is one single protein, pork. It also includes plenty of whole foods like carrots, kale, and apples.
It also includes collagen and fish oil which is great for your dog’s joints.
PROS
Single Protein Source
Includes collagen and fish oil
Limited Ingredient
Includes whole foods
CONS
Has limited ingredients for joints
Expense: It is a little more costly than other foods
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3. Open Farms: New Zealand Venison Grain-Free Dry Dog Food
While this diet isn’t specifically for dogs with joint issues it is packed with nutrients like salmon oil, turmeric, flax seeds, and berries which are all great for the joints.
In addition, the protein source is venison and fish which means if your dog has an allergy to chicken or beef, which are the most common allergies, they should do well on this diet. To read more about chicken allergies read our latest post here.
PROS
Antioxidant-rich
Omega-3 fatty acids
Does not include chicken or beef
CONS
Not specific to joints
Does not include MSM, glucosamine & chondroitin or other joint protective supplements
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4. Earthborn Holistic Large Breed Dry Dog
Earthborn holistic large breed dry dog food is also not created specifically for dogs with arthritis or other joint issues but we are including it because it is a source of glucosamine and chondroitin from chicken and whiting meal. As well as Yucca, which has been shown to help with arthritis in dogs, to read more about other compounds that are helpful to dogs with arthritis, we have an article here.
PROS
Has glucosamine and chondrotin
Antioxidants
Probiotics
CONS
Includes chicken and whiting meal
5. The Honest Kitchen Whole Grain Chicken & Oat
The Honest Kitchen Whole Grain Chicken and Oat Recipe include whole foods and antioxidants like chia seeds and turmeric. There are also probiotics and salmon oil as well.
PROS
Includes salmon oil
Antioxidants
Whole foods
CONS
No glucosamine & chondroitin
Best Raw Dog Food For Arthritis in dogs and Joint Health
Viva Raw Dog Food is made with mostly ethically raised meats that have no hormones or antibiotics. What we like most about the formulation is that it includes a lot of great ingredients for dogs with arthritis including green-lipped mussels, vitamin E, cod liver oil, wheatgrass, and kelp.
