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Looking at 500 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Consumers frequently mention that the daily health supplement effectively improves pet mobility, successfully reducing joint stiffness and physical discomfort over several weeks of consistent use. Many dedicated pet owners also appreciate that their dogs genuinely enjoy the distinct taste and readily consume the powder when mixed into their regular meals. However, some customers also noted unexpected financial charges and expressed severe frustration regarding ongoing difficulties managing unwanted automatic monthly subscriptions. A few people additionally experienced noticeable delivery delays alongside recurring issues with unexpected product shipments arriving without clear subscription terms.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Clementine (basset hound 9) started walking with a hunched back and crying if you touched her lower spine around age 8. Vet confirmed early disc degeneration. Over the past 6 months she hasn't gotten... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Ive been burned before by supplements that promise the moon. Zeus is a great dane 9 with arthritis in his front shoulders. After about 6 weeks his gait is definitely smoother and he stopped doing that... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

It works, I'll give it that. Rex has been moving better, GSD 10, less stiffness mornings and more willing to go outside. Only reason not 5 stars is the price is a bit steep for ongoing use. The subscr... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Took longer than I expected, like almost 5 weeks before I noticed anything. But around that point she started getting up without that groan she always did. Lab 10. Now at 8 weeks she walks longer dist... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fingers Crossed - Keeping Beauregard Strong

Efficiency ordering process. Macho green lip mussel powder is easy to measure and apply to food. My French Bulldog, Beauregard, seems to enjoy his food more with the “powder on top”. Beauregard is 6, he has great energy and seems physically strong. Using the green lip mussel food additive is a preventative to help keep his spine healthy - so far so good.

6 September 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Macho's Cardia Shield Powder

I got the Macho's Cardia Shield Powder. I have a 10 lb chihuahua with a heart murmur. I thought I was ordering only 3. For unknown reasons I got 6 but as you well know sometimes ordering on line you get the extra for a "special" price. I usually don't fall for that gimmick but I was on my phone doing the order. So that is on me. Well, my dog will not eat the food with this additive. I fully understand it smells awful.

I contact them to at least return the 3 additional that I never wanted. Their reply " As a food product, we’re unable to accept physical returns because once an item has been delivered by the courier, we can’t guarantee its freshness or safety. This also means we aren’t able to take the bottles back and pass them on to someone else, so please keep whatever you have on hand, they’re yours to keep." So generous they are mine to keep! Gee I have had this product 1 week. cannot guarantee the freshness? I have a chihuahua it is going to take years to get through 6 jars of this!

They closed with this "That said, I completely understand if you’ve decided the product simply isn’t right for your dog. I’ve also gone ahead and cancelled your subscription, so there will be no further recurring orders or charges on your account". No where did I see that I was signing up for recuring item.

I replied and called it BS this was a scam. Their reply: I hear you, and I want to reassure you, we are a legitimate company, this isn't a scam.

I'd like to offer you a 30% refund on the order, straight back to your original payment method within 3 to 5 days.

Looks like I get $52 back.

We will see...

3 September 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

No more yelping

Tucker (yorkie 9) used to yelp jumping down from the couch. Got him a ramp AND started this. Between both changes the yelping stopped completely. He's a much happier little dude now

13 August 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The second vet was right

First vet told us our mastiff Tank (7) would need joint surgery and that supplements are basically useless. Switched vets. New one said green lipped mussel actually has research behind it and to give it a shot. 8 weeks later Tank is walking without the constant limp. SO glad we got that second opinion

18 August 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Pickey Eater

I figured out a way to get my dog to eat the powder. He is used to me handfeeding him and ignored the food bowl with Paw Parent sprinkled on top. I started dipping his treats in the powder and hand fed them to him. As usual, he smells it first and gobbles it down.

6 September 2026
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Reply from The Paw Parent

A hand-fed prince with his own powder-dipped treat service, this is dedication! 😄❤️

What a clever workaround. Dipping the treats keeps his routine, keeps the dose going in, and keeps everyone happy. Other picky pup parents will love this tip.

Give your pampered boy a treat from us, dipped of course! 🐾🙏

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I ordered the hip and joint powder in…

I ordered the hip and joint powder in July. It is now September and I still have not received the product. I have talked to Wesley via email multiple times and I still don’t have my product. I have asked for a refund twice still don’t have my money back. I am very, very disappointed with this company and I would not recommend you ordering their product.

6 September 2026
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Reply from The Paw Parent

We are sorry, two months of waiting, multiple conversations, two refund requests, and still nothing in hand. Your disappointment is completely justified. 🙏

Please reach out one more time referencing your thread with Wesley and we will make your case a genuine priority, find out exactly what happened with your order, and do our utmost best to see this resolved properly. We are sorry it has taken this long. 💙

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Vet noticed the improvement

Basset hound arthritis in both front elbows. After about 6 weeks the limp reduced a LOT. Puts weight more evenly on both legs now. Vet commented on the improvement at last visit which was validating

4 August 2026
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Reply from The Paw Parent

Both front elbows, six weeks in, and even the vet commented on the improvement. That validation feels good for a reason, you made the right call! 🐾

A basset putting weight evenly again after favoring those achy elbows is real, visible progress. Those long low boys work hard for every step.

Here is to your basset moving comfortably on all fours! 🙏❤️

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Posture is so much better

Dachshund used to walk all hunched over. Vet said it was her discs causing it. About 5 weeks in she walks with a much more natural posture now. Like you can physically see the difference in how she carries herself

30 July 2026
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Reply from The Paw Parent

Physically seeing the difference in how she carries herself, that hunched posture easing back to natural. 🥺

A dachshund hunching from disc pain is her body protecting itself, and watching her straighten out over five weeks means real relief is happening underneath. That visual change tells you everything.

Here is to your girl walking tall and comfortable! 🐾🙏❤️

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

That's a win

No progression on the echo. In heart disease thats a WIN. I will take it 🎉

31 July 2026
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Reply from The Paw Parent

No progression on the echo IS the win, celebrate away! 🎉

With heart disease, stability is victory, and every stable echo is another chapter earned together.

Here is to many more boring cardiology reports! 🐾🙏❤️

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Definitely seeing less stiffness and…

Definitely seeing less stiffness and easier getting up and down, jumping on the couch and bed. And she likes to eat it

6 September 2026
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Reply from The Paw Parent

Less stiffness, easy ups and downs, couch and bed jumps restored, and she enjoys eating it too. The full sweep! 😊

Give your girl a pat from us! 🐾🙏❤️

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Why wait for problems

Heart disease hereditary in his breed. Started at 4 because why wait for problems

3 August 2026
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Reply from The Paw Parent

Why wait for problems, exactly right. 🙏

Knowing the hereditary risk and starting at 4, before anything shows up, is heart care done the smart way. Prevention beats reaction every time.

Here is to keeping that heart strong for the long haul! 🐾❤️

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Too soon but no issues

10 days in, too soon. Eating it fine the. No issues so far

21 August 2026
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Reply from The Paw Parent

Ten days in with clean eating and no issues, a solid start! 😊

You are right that it is too soon for the full verdict, these formulas typically build over six to eight weeks or more. We would genuinely love to hear how your pup is doing once it has had proper time to work.

Here is to good things building! 🐾🙏❤️

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I just started my dogs on the product…

I just started my dogs on the product so I can’t tell if it’s working or not; but at least they’re not rejecting it in their foods. I got the one for heart because my dogs were hacking from time to time, so I hope this product will help them. I wasn’t aware of the auto -ship when I first ordered, until I got charged for a new shipment so soon afterwards. That would be my only concern, to make it clearer about the auto-ships. Other than that, I’m happy with the product and quick response from customer service.

31 August 2026
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Reply from The Paw Parent

Thank you for such a balanced review! Both pups accepting it in their food is the right first step, and we hope the hacking eases as it builds up over the coming weeks. 🐾

Your feedback about making the auto-ship clearer at checkout is fair and genuinely valuable, thank you for raising it kindly. We are glad customer service was quick to respond when you reached out.

Here is to your pups' hearts staying strong, and we would love to hear how they are doing down the road! 🙏❤️

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I just received a 10 month supply from…

I just received a 10 month supply from Paw Parent. I have a dachshund and they are genetically prone to spine and joint issues. I decided to try this. However...the print is so minute there is no way to read it. I see nothing that says it has green lipped mussel or any other helpful ingredient. Also, the containers are only half full or less! The scan code on the jar is tiny and when I finally got it to open the message was: "This Connection is NOT private. This website may be impersonating "thepawrent.com" to steal your personal or financial information. You should close ths page." Now what should I do????

5 September 2026
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Reply from The Paw Parent

We are sorry for the worry, and let us clarify a few things right away. 🙏

The green lipped mussel and full ingredient list should absolutely be verifiable, and your feedback about the print size is fair and taken on board. On the fill level, our powders are filled by weight rather than volume, so settling during shipping can make tubs look less full than they are, but every tub contains the full stated amount.

The QR code warning deserves proper attention, please do not enter any information there, and instead reach out to our team directly by email with a photo of the label. We will verify everything about your tubs and do our utmost best to put your mind at ease. Your dachshund's safety comes first. 💙

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Jars and charges keep coming!

I wanted to try this as for my dachshund. I ordered one jar in July to see if she could tolerate it and if it helped. The first jar came in a timely manner. Before I could even try the product another jar came within a few days of receiving the first jar. I reached out to “Wesley” at the Paw Parent via email. I told him I received 2 jars and was charged for those jars within a few days of each other. I stated I only ordered one jar and did not want it on subscription. He apologized and stated he would refund for the second jar and cancel the subscription. The second jar was refunded. Great! Thank you for the amazing customer service I thought. August rolls around and guess what? I receive and am charged for 2 more jars. Again I reach out to “Wesley” via email thinking it was an oversight and he would surely take care of the problem. NOPE! He stated he understood my frustration because I had already asked to cancel any “subscription” and I was not interested in any more of the product but again I was charged and sent not 1 but 2 more jars. He admitted they were sent without my permission and that I had cancelled future orders but he could only give me a 20-30% refund because the the product could not be returned. I questioned how he was able to refund the second jar but not the third and forth….no answer! We exchanged numerous emails. I continued to voice my frustration and he continued to acknowledge it and the fact I didn’t order not order the last 2 jars (really 3). The best offer he stated he could make was a 50% refund and the subscription was for sure cancelled (he told me it was cancelled after the second jar arrived) He believed that 50% was fair because the company was going to lose that money for those 2 jars! Excuse me?? I didn’t order them! How is that fair? Be careful ordering! If you order one jar, you will end up multiple jars and multiple charges for them even after cancelling future orders. One of my worst experiences with customer service EVER!

16 July 2026
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Reply from The Paw Parent

We are sorry, and your timeline lays it out plainly. A cancellation confirmed after the second jar, then two more jars charged and shipped anyway, with the acknowledgment that you never ordered them but only a partial resolution offered. Your question about how one jar could be refunded but not the others deserved a real answer. 🙏

A confirmed cancellation should mean no more shipments, full stop. Please reach out one more time referencing your full email history, and we will review your case from the beginning and do our utmost best to reach a resolution that actually reflects what happened. We are sorry this became one of your worst experiences when it should have been simple. 💙

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My Lola is 15 and has survived melanoma…

My Lola is 15 and has survived melanoma and arthritis. I tried Macho’s secret powder and it really helps her have more energy and alertness! I’ll be continuing to add this product to her food! Thanks!

5 September 2026
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Reply from The Paw Parent

Lola, a 15 year old melanoma survivor with arthritis, and still finding more energy and alertness. What a warrior girl! 🥺❤️

After everything she has overcome, she deserves every comfortable, alert, energized day. We are honored to be part of her routine.

Give the incredible Lola a gentle cuddle from all of us! 🐾🙏

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cardiac episode scared our family

She had a cardiac episode last year that scared our whole family. On medication now. Added this for extra support and 2 months in she's doing great, active happy eating good. I think the combination is working 🤞

24 August 2026
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Reply from The Paw Parent

A cardiac episode that scares the whole family stays with you, and every good day since feels precious. 🥺

Two months of active, happy, eating well alongside her medication is exactly what the combination approach hopes for. Working with her treatment, not instead of it, is the smart way to add support.

Fingers and paws crossed right along with you. Here is to your girl staying strong! 🐾🙏❤️

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