What Is Pet Formula For Arthritis?
Pet Formula For Arthritis is a traditional Chinese herbal formula designed to support healthy joints, mobility, flexibility, connective tissue, and overall musculoskeletal health in dogs and cats experiencing arthritis, joint stiffness, lameness, slowing down on walks, or reluctance to jump, climb stairs, or remain active.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), healthy joints depend on the proper nourishment of the Liver, Kidney, Qi, and Blood. The Liver governs the tendons and ligaments, while the Kidneys nourish the bones, joints, and connective tissues. When these systems become weakened through aging, chronic wear and tear, or long-term imbalance, Qi and Blood circulation may slow, allowing Wind, Cold, Dampness, and Blood Stagnation to settle in the joints. This may lead to stiffness, discomfort, reduced flexibility, slower movement, decreased endurance, and difficulty performing normal daily activities.
As pets age, they may begin to hesitate before jumping onto furniture, climbing stairs, getting into the car, standing after resting, or going on longer walks. They may appear stiff after sleeping, limp after exercise, tire more easily, or become less interested in playing due to reduced joint comfort and mobility.
Pet Formula For Arthritis is based on classical Traditional Chinese Medicine principles and contains carefully selected herbs traditionally used to nourish the Liver and Kidneys, strengthen tendons and bones, promote healthy circulation of Qi and Blood, support joint flexibility, reduce stiffness, and maintain long-term mobility. This formula is commonly chosen by pet owners seeking natural support for arthritis, joint stiffness, age-related mobility changes, and overall joint health.*
Common Signs of Arthritis in Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Joint stiffness
- Lameness or limping
- Slowing down on walks
- Reluctance to jump onto furniture
- Difficulty climbing or descending stairs
- Stiffness after resting or sleeping
- Difficulty standing up
- Reduced flexibility or range of motion
- Less interest in running or playing
- Slower movement with age
- Joint discomfort after exercise
- Reduced endurance during daily activities
- Weakness in the hind legs
- Decreased overall mobility
Why Choose Silkie Herbs Pet Formula For Arthritis?
- Based on classical Traditional Chinese Medicine principles
- Carefully selected medicinal herbs
- Designed to nourish the Liver and Kidney systems that support healthy joints
- Traditionally used to strengthen tendons, ligaments, bones, and connective tissues
- Supports healthy circulation of Qi and Blood to promote joint comfort and flexibility
- Helps maintain healthy mobility and an active lifestyle
- Crafted to support the body's natural balance rather than temporarily masking symptoms
Suggested Combination for Comprehensive Joint & Mobility Support
For pets experiencing chronic arthritis, significant stiffness, slowing down with age, weakness in the hind legs, reduced endurance, or long-term mobility challenges, Pet Formula For Arthritis may be combined with other Silkie Herbs pet formulas to provide more comprehensive support based on your pet's individual Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) pattern.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, healthy joints depend not only on the Liver and Kidneys but also on strong digestion and the continuous production of Qi and Blood. While Pet Formula For Arthritis is traditionally used to nourish the Liver and Kidneys, strengthen tendons and bones, improve circulation, and support healthy joint function, additional formulas may be recommended depending on the underlying imbalance contributing to arthritis and mobility decline.
Pet Formula For Injury Support is traditionally recommended when arthritis is accompanied by previous injuries, ligament strains, tendon damage, bruising, swelling, or lingering discomfort caused by trauma. It helps promote the healthy circulation of Qi and Blood while supporting the body's natural recovery process.
Pet Formula For Spleen Support may be recommended for pets experiencing poor digestion, bloating, loose stools, reduced appetite, or difficulty absorbing nutrients. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, healthy digestion provides the Qi and Blood needed to nourish muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints, making digestive health an important part of maintaining long-term mobility.
Pet Formula For Kidney Support Yin is traditionally recommended for senior pets showing signs of aging, weakness in the lower back or hind legs, reduced stamina, chronic stiffness, or long-term depletion. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Kidneys govern the bones and provide the body's deepest reserve of vitality, helping support healthy joints, flexibility, and mobility throughout life.
Together, these formulas provide a balanced Traditional Chinese Medicine approach by nourishing the Liver and Kidneys, strengthening tendons and bones, supporting healthy digestion and nutrient absorption, promoting the circulation of Qi and Blood, maintaining flexibility, and helping pets enjoy greater comfort, mobility, and quality of life as they age.*
Non-GMO | Gluten-Free | No sugar, corn, or dairy | No artificial colors, flavors, preservatives, chemical binders, or wax
100% Pure all natural herbs, blended, made, and packaged in the USA
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Benefits of Pet Arthritis Supplement for Dogs & Cats
Support Healthy Joint Mobility*
Pet Arthritis Supplement is traditionally used to support healthy joint function, flexibility, and comfortable movement in dogs and cats. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), healthy joints depend on the smooth circulation of Qi and Blood, along with strong Liver and Kidney function to nourish the bones, tendons, and ligaments.
Promote Comfortable Hip and Joint Movement*
Healthy movement requires joints, tendons, and muscles to move freely without restriction. This formula is traditionally used to support comfortable hip mobility, joint flexibility, and overall musculoskeletal wellness, especially in aging pets or those experiencing occasional stiffness.
Support Healthy Circulation of Qi and Blood*
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, smooth circulation of Qi and Blood helps nourish the joints and maintain comfortable movement. This formula is traditionally used to promote healthy circulation, helping support joint comfort, flexibility, and overall mobility.
Help Reduce Cold-Damp Joint Stiffness*
Traditional Chinese Medicine recognizes Cold-Damp Obstruction as a common pattern associated with stiffness, reduced flexibility, and discomfort that may become more noticeable after resting or during cold, damp, or rainy weather. This formula is traditionally used to support the body's natural ability to maintain comfortable joint movement during these conditions.
Nourish the Liver and Kidneys*
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Liver nourishes the tendons while the Kidneys nourish the bones. As pets age, these systems may gradually weaken, contributing to reduced strength, flexibility, and mobility. This formula is traditionally used to support healthy Liver and Kidney function, helping maintain strong bones, healthy joints, and flexible tendons.
Support Tendon and Muscle Health*
Healthy tendons and muscles play an essential role in joint stability and movement. This formula is traditionally used to support healthy muscles, tendons, and connective tissues while promoting comfortable daily activity.
Promote Healthy Aging and Long-Term Mobility*
As dogs and cats grow older, maintaining healthy joints becomes increasingly important for their quality of life. This traditional herbal formula is commonly used to support healthy aging, helping pets remain active, mobile, and comfortable throughout their senior years.
Support Daily Activity and Physical Comfort*
Healthy joints allow pets to enjoy walking, climbing, running, jumping, and everyday movement. This formula is traditionally used to support physical comfort during normal activity and help maintain an active lifestyle.
Encourage Overall Musculoskeletal Wellness*
Traditional Chinese herbal formulas work by supporting the body's natural balance rather than focusing on a single joint. This formula is traditionally used to promote overall musculoskeletal health, healthy circulation, and long-term mobility.
Individual results may vary. Improvement occurs gradually as internal balance is restored.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Common Signs Your Pet May Need Joint & Arthritis Support
This formula is most appropriate for patterns associated with Cold-Damp Obstruction, Liver and Kidney Deficiency, Blood Stasis, and reduced circulation according to Traditional Chinese herbal principles. Different pets may experience different symptoms, such as:
Stiffness After Rest
Your pet may appear stiff or slow to stand after sleeping, resting, or remaining in one position for an extended period. Movement often becomes easier after walking for several minutes.
Limping or Favoring a Leg
Dogs or cats may occasionally limp, avoid placing full weight on one leg, or favor one side due to joint discomfort or reduced flexibility.
Difficulty Standing, Climbing, or Jumping
Pets may hesitate before jumping onto furniture, climbing stairs, getting into the car, or standing after lying down. Activities that were once easy may gradually become more difficult.
Reduced Hip and Joint Mobility
Movement may appear slower or less fluid than before. Your pet may take shorter steps, have difficulty turning, or appear less willing to exercise.
Joint Discomfort During Cold, Damp, or Rainy Weather
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, Cold and Dampness may aggravate joint discomfort. Some pets appear stiffer or less comfortable during colder temperatures, rainy seasons, or periods of increased humidity.
Tendon and Muscle Tightness
Tight muscles and tendons may reduce flexibility and contribute to stiffness before, during, or after rainy weather. Pets may stretch less frequently or appear uncomfortable during movement.
Neck, Shoulder, or Back Stiffness
Some pets develop reduced flexibility affecting the neck, shoulders, or back. They may resist turning their head, dislike being touched in certain areas, or move more cautiously.
Slowing Down During Walks
Walks may become shorter than usual, and pets may tire more quickly, stop frequently, or appear less interested in running and playing.
Reluctance to Exercise or Play
Dogs and cats that once enjoyed physical activity may become less active, spend more time resting, or avoid vigorous movement.
Difficulty Maintaining Muscle Strength
As mobility decreases, muscles may gradually weaken due to reduced activity. Maintaining healthy circulation and movement is traditionally considered important for supporting overall musculoskeletal wellness.
Aging Joints and Reduced Flexibility
As pets age, natural wear and changes affecting the joints, tendons, and bones may gradually reduce flexibility and comfortable movement. Traditional Chinese Medicine associates this pattern with declining Liver and Kidney nourishment.
Weather Sensitivity
Changes in weather, especially cold fronts, damp conditions, or rainy seasons, may appear to increase stiffness or reduce comfortable movement according to Traditional Chinese Medicine.
General Fatigue and Reduced Vitality
Pets experiencing chronic joint discomfort may appear more tired, less energetic, or less willing to participate in normal daily activities because movement has become more challenging.
Reduced Overall Mobility
Walking, running, climbing stairs, getting up, lying down, or changing positions may gradually become slower or more difficult as joint flexibility decreases.
Pets with more advanced, chronic, or long-standing patterns of joint stiffness and reduced mobility may benefit from combining this formula with additional herbal support to address underlying patterns of circulation, constitutional weakness, or musculoskeletal imbalance while promoting long-term comfort and healthy movement.
Diet and Prevention for Pet Arthritis Supplement for Dogs & Cats
Supporting Healthy Joints and Mobility According to Traditional Chinese Medicine
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, healthy joints depend on strong Liver Blood, Kidney Essence, healthy circulation of Qi and Blood, and the body's ability to dispel Wind, Cold, and Dampness. As pets age or experience repetitive wear on their joints, these systems may become weakened, resulting in stiffness, reduced mobility, discomfort, and reluctance to move. Proper nutrition, regular low-impact exercise, weight management, and warming foods help support long-term joint health and physical comfort.
For Best Results
- Feed meals at consistent times each day to support healthy digestion and nutrient absorption.
- Prioritize warm, freshly cooked meals over cold, refrigerated, or frozen foods.
- Maintain a healthy body weight to reduce stress on the hips, knees, and joints.
- Encourage gentle daily exercise such as short walks or light play to help maintain flexibility and circulation.
- Avoid excessive jumping, repetitive high-impact activities, or prolonged inactivity.
- Provide clean, fresh water at all times to maintain hydration.
- Bone broth may be added to meals to support hydration and joint nourishment.
- Keep sleeping areas warm, dry, and well-padded, especially for senior pets.
- Monitor your pet's mobility and adjust activity levels as needed.
Dietary Recommendations
Bone Broth (¼ cup)
Chicken bone broth prepared with chicken feet or fish maw traditionally nourishes the joints, supports connective tissues, provides hydration, and enhances the flavor of meals.
Cooked Oats (10%)
Cooked oats are traditionally used to provide gentle energy, support Spleen Qi, and promote healthy muscle and joint function.
Steamed Vegetables (20%)
Carrots and sweet potatoes provide natural fiber, antioxidants, and nutrients that support healthy digestion, circulation, and overall vitality.
Boiled Chicken or Lean Pork (70%)
Lean proteins traditionally nourish Qi and Blood while supporting healthy muscles, connective tissues, and long-term joint function.
Healthy Fats
A small amount of coconut oil may be added to meals to support healthy joints, skin, coat, and overall wellness.
Foods and Feeding Practices to Limit
- Cold, raw, or refrigerated foods
- Excessively fatty or greasy foods
- Highly processed pet foods and treats
- Frequent table scraps
- Excessive weight gain from overfeeding
- Sudden diet changes
- Prolonged inactivity
- High-impact exercise on hard surfaces, especially for senior pets
Daily Portion Guidelines
Dogs
Small Dogs (<20 lbs):
½–1 cup (approximately 200–350 g / 0.4–0.8 lbs) per day
Medium Dogs (20–50 lbs):
1½–2½ cups (approximately 400–750 g / 0.8–1.6 lbs) per day
Large Dogs (>50 lbs):
3–4½ cups (approximately 800–1500 g / 1.7–3.3 lbs) per day
Cats
Small Cats (<5 lbs):
¼–½ cup (approximately 50–125 g / 0.1–0.3 lbs) per day
Medium Cats (5–10 lbs):
½–¾ cup (approximately 100–250 g / 0.2–0.6 lbs) per day
Large Cats (>10 lbs):
¾–1 cup (approximately 150–300 g / 0.3–0.7 lbs) per day
Ongoing Joint Support
Mix Pet Arthritis Supplement into your pet's food as directed to help support healthy joints, maintain flexibility, nourish the Liver and Kidneys according to Traditional Chinese Medicine, and promote comfortable movement. Consistent nutrition, appropriate exercise, healthy body weight, hydration, and regular herbal support provide the foundation for long-term joint mobility, flexibility, and overall quality of life.
Key Ingredients in Pet Arthritis Supplement for Dogs & Cats
Traditional Chinese Herbs for Joint Support
Pet Arthritis Supplement contains a carefully selected combination of traditional Chinese herbs that work together to nourish the Liver and Kidneys, strengthen tendons and bones, improve circulation, dispel Wind-Dampness, and support comfortable movement.
Eucommia Bark (Du Zhong)
Traditionally used to strengthen the Liver and Kidneys, nourish tendons and bones, support healthy joints, and promote flexibility and mobility, especially in aging animals.
Incised Notopterygium Root (Qiang Huo)
Traditionally used to dispel Wind, Cold, and Dampness, relieve stiffness, support healthy joint movement, and promote comfortable mobility.
Angelica Root (Dang Gui)
Traditionally used to nourish and invigorate Blood, promote healthy circulation, support connective tissues, and help maintain flexibility.
Large Leaf Gentian Root (Qin Jiao)
Traditionally used to dispel Wind-Dampness, relieve stiffness, support healthy joints, and promote comfortable movement throughout the body.
Twotooth Achyranthes Root (Niu Xi)
Traditionally used to strengthen the tendons and bones, nourish the Liver and Kidneys, improve circulation, and support healthy hip, knee, and lower limb function.
Poria (Fu Ling)
Traditionally used to strengthen the Spleen, promote healthy fluid metabolism, reduce Dampness, and support overall vitality and recovery.
Coix Seed (Yi Yi Ren)
Traditionally used to drain Dampness, support healthy joints and muscles, improve fluid balance, and promote comfortable movement.
Together, These Herbs Traditionally Support
- Healthy joints, hips, and mobility*
- Comfortable movement and flexibility*
- Healthy tendons and connective tissues*
- Liver and Kidney function according to Traditional Chinese Medicine*
- Healthy circulation of Qi and Blood*
- Reduction of Wind-Dampness affecting the joints*
- Long-term musculoskeletal health and vitality*
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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Serving Size Serving Per Container Amount Per Serving |
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Herbal Blend: Eucommia Bark Incised Notopterygium Root Angelica Root Large Leaf Gentian Root Twotooth Achyranthes Root Poria Coix |
| Other ingredients: Pure honey to aid digestion and absorption |
How to Use Pet Arthritis Supplement for Dogs & Cats
For dogs and cats, administer the recommended amount based on your pet's weight, or as directed by your veterinarian or qualified animal health practitioner. The pills may be given directly by mouth or mixed into food.
Joint health and mobility are influenced by age, body weight, physical activity, nutrition, circulation, and your pet's overall health. Improvements in flexibility, comfort, and mobility may develop gradually over several weeks of consistent use.
For best results, administer consistently as directed. Traditional Chinese herbal formulas are commonly used as part of a comprehensive joint wellness program to help maintain healthy mobility, support aging joints, and promote long-term musculoskeletal health.
Dosages in Powder Form:
- Small Dogs (<20 lbs): ¼ - ½ spoon, 2 times a day
- Medium Dogs (20–50 lbs): 1 spoon, 2 times a day
- Large Dogs (>50 lbs): 1 and ½ spoons, 2 times a day
Dosages in Pill Form:
- Small Dogs (<20 lbs): 3 - 5 pills.
- Medium Dogs (20–50 lbs): 5 - 10 pills.
- Large Dogs (>50 lbs): 10 - 20 pills.
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Dosages in Powder Form:
- Small Cats (<5 lbs): A very small pinch, 2 times a day
- Medium Cats (5–10 lbs): ⅙ spoon, 2 times a day
- Large Cats (>10 lbs): ¼ spoon, 2 times a day
Dosages in Pill Form:
- Small Cats (<5 lbs): 1 pill
- Medium Cats (5 – 10 lbs): 1 - 2 pills.
- Large Cats (>10 lbs): 2 - 3 pills.
A Proven, Research-Backed Pet Joint Support Formula
Modern research on traditional herbs commonly used in joint support formulas, particularly Eucommia Bark (Du Zhong), Twotooth Achyranthes Root (Niu Xi), Angelica Root (Dang Gui), and Coix Seed (Yi Yi Ren), has explored their effects on joint health, healthy inflammatory responses, cartilage protection, mobility, and overall musculoskeletal wellness. Studies have investigated the bioactive compounds found in these herbs and their potential roles in supporting healthy joint function, connective tissue integrity, and comfortable movement.
Research published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology has examined the traditional uses and pharmacological activities of Eucommia Bark, including its role in supporting healthy bones, joints, and connective tissues. Additional studies published in Frontiers in Pharmacology have explored Angelica Root and its naturally occurring compounds for their antioxidant activity and ability to support healthy inflammatory pathways. Research published in Nutrients has also investigated Coix Seed and its bioactive constituents for their antioxidant, metabolic, and wellness-supporting properties.
From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, healthy joints depend on the proper nourishment of the Liver and Kidneys, the smooth circulation of Qi and Blood, and the removal of Wind, Cold, and Dampness. When circulation is maintained and the tendons, bones, and joints are properly nourished, mobility, flexibility, and overall joint comfort are traditionally believed to be better supported.
Research References
Eucommia ulmoides (Du Zhong): Ethnopharmacology, Phytochemistry and Pharmacology (Journal of Ethnopharmacology)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25379457/
Angelica sinensis: Traditional Uses, Phytochemistry and Pharmacology (Frontiers in Pharmacology)
https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphar.2020.609842/full
Coix Seed (Coix lacryma-jobi): Bioactive Components and Health Benefits (Nutrients)
https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/11/7/1603
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pet Formula for Arthritis used for?
Pet Formula for Arthritis is traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice to support healthy joints, hip mobility, flexibility, and comfortable movement in dogs and cats. It is commonly used for pets experiencing age-related joint stiffness, arthritis, reduced mobility, hip discomfort, difficulty standing, climbing stairs, jumping, running, or general musculoskeletal discomfort.
How does Traditional Chinese Medicine view arthritis in pets?
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), arthritis is often associated with Bi Syndrome, which develops when Wind, Cold, Dampness, or Heat obstruct the normal circulation of Qi and Blood through the joints. Long-term joint problems may also involve Liver Blood Deficiency and Kidney Essence Deficiency, leading to stiffness, weakness, pain, and decreased mobility. Traditional herbal formulas are commonly used to support healthy circulation, nourish the joints, and promote comfortable movement.
What is Bi Syndrome in Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Bi Syndrome is a Traditional Chinese Medicine pattern in which Wind, Cold, Dampness, or Heat blocks the normal flow of Qi and Blood through the muscles, tendons, and joints. Common signs may include joint stiffness, limping, difficulty standing, reduced flexibility, discomfort during movement, and reluctance to exercise.
Who may benefit from Pet Formula for Arthritis?
Dogs and cats experiencing arthritis, hip stiffness, reduced mobility, joint discomfort, age-related stiffness, difficulty walking, limping, decreased activity levels, or general musculoskeletal weakness may benefit from Pet Formula for Arthritis as part of their daily wellness routine.
Can Pet Formula for Arthritis help support senior pets?
Yes. Many senior dogs and cats experience natural changes in joint flexibility and mobility as they age. Pet Formula for Arthritis is traditionally used to support healthy joint function, maintain flexibility, promote comfortable movement, and help pets remain active throughout their senior years.
Can Pet Formula for Arthritis support hip mobility?
Healthy hips are essential for walking, running, climbing stairs, and maintaining balance. This formula is traditionally used to support healthy hip joints, improve flexibility, and promote comfortable mobility in pets experiencing hip stiffness or age-related joint changes.
Can Pet Formula for Arthritis be used for stiffness after exercise?
Yes. Active dogs, working dogs, sporting breeds, and aging pets may occasionally experience stiffness following physical activity. Traditional Chinese herbal formulas are commonly used to support healthy recovery, maintain joint flexibility, and promote normal musculoskeletal function after exercise.
Why is healthy circulation important for joint health?
Healthy circulation helps deliver oxygen, nutrients, and nourishment to muscles, tendons, ligaments, cartilage, and joints. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, maintaining the smooth circulation of Qi and Blood is considered essential for supporting healthy joint function, flexibility, and long-term mobility.
Can long-term joint stiffness affect my pet's quality of life?
Yes. Reduced mobility may affect a pet's ability to walk, climb stairs, jump onto furniture, play, or enjoy normal daily activities. Supporting healthy joint function early may help maintain comfort, flexibility, and an active lifestyle.
What conditions are commonly associated with joint discomfort in pets?
Joint discomfort may be associated with arthritis, hip stiffness, elbow discomfort, age-related joint degeneration, reduced flexibility, overuse, previous injuries, strenuous exercise, large breed genetics, excess body weight, and normal aging.
How long should my pet take Pet Formula for Arthritis?
Every pet is different. Results depend on factors such as age, activity level, body condition, severity of stiffness, and consistency of use. Some pets benefit during periods of increased joint discomfort, while others use the formula as part of their long-term joint wellness routine.
Can Pet Formula for Arthritis be taken with other Silkie Herbs pet formulas?
Many Silkie Herbs Pet formulas are designed to complement one another. Pet Formula for Arthritis is often combined with Pet Injury Support, Pet Kidney Support Yin, Pet Kidney Support Yang, Pet Blood & Stamina Support, Pet Spleen Support, Pet Digestive Support, and other formulas depending on your pet's individual wellness needs.
When is the best time to give Pet Formula for Arthritis?
Pet Formula for Arthritis may be given according to the directions on the label or your veterinary herbal practitioner's recommendation. Many pet owners choose to give it consistently each day to support healthy joints, flexibility, and long-term mobility.
What herbs are included in Pet Formula for Arthritis?
Pet Formula for Arthritis contains a carefully selected blend of Eucommia Bark (Du Zhong), Incised Notopterygium Root (Qiang Huo), Angelica Root (Dang Gui), Large Leaf Gentian Root (Qin Jiao), Twotooth Achyranthes Root (Niu Xi), Poria (Fu Ling), and Coix Seed (Yi Yi Ren), along with pure honey as the binding agent in the honey pill formula. These herbs have traditionally been used in Chinese herbal practice to support healthy joints, nourish the Liver and Kidneys, promote healthy circulation, strengthen tendons and bones, dispel Wind-Dampness, and maintain comfortable movement.
Is Pet Formula for Arthritis available in both honey pills and herbal powder?
Yes. Pet Formula for Arthritis is available as traditional honey-bound herbal pills and as herbal powder. Both forms contain the same carefully selected herbal blend, allowing pet owners to choose the format that best suits their pet's preferences and feeding routine.
Can Pet Formula for Arthritis be used year-round?
Many pet owners choose to use Pet Formula for Arthritis year-round as part of their pet's long-term joint wellness routine, especially for senior pets, active breeds, working dogs, or pets experiencing chronic joint stiffness and reduced mobility.
What makes Silkie Herbs Pet Formula for Arthritis different?
Silkie Herbs Pet formulas are rooted in five generations of traditional herbal practice. Each formula is based on classical Traditional Chinese Medicine principles and uses carefully selected medicinal herbs prepared as traditional honey-bound herbal pills or herbal powders. We do not use artificial colors, synthetic preservatives, chemical fillers, or unnecessary additives. Every batch is manufactured in the United States and undergoes rigorous quality testing to support consistency, purity, and authenticity.
Why does Traditional Chinese Medicine focus on the Liver and Kidneys for joint health?
Traditional Chinese Medicine teaches that the Liver governs the tendons while the Kidneys nourish the bones. When these organ systems are well supported, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and bones are traditionally believed to remain stronger, healthier, and more flexible throughout life.
Can arthritis affect muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints differently?
Yes. Arthritis often affects more than just the joints. Over time, reduced mobility may also contribute to muscle weakness, tendon tightness, ligament stress, decreased flexibility, and changes in normal movement patterns. Traditional Chinese Medicine supports the entire musculoskeletal system rather than focusing on a single area.
Can Pet Formula for Arthritis be given daily?
Many pet owners choose to give Pet Formula for Arthritis daily as part of their pet's long-term joint wellness routine. Consistent use is often preferred when supporting healthy joint mobility, flexibility, musculoskeletal wellness, and overall quality of life according to Traditional Chinese Medicine principles.
What foods help support healthy joints in pets?
Many veterinary professionals recommend maintaining a healthy body weight, feeding a balanced diet with high-quality protein, providing adequate hydration, encouraging appropriate daily exercise, and avoiding excess weight gain to help support healthy joints, mobility, and long-term musculoskeletal health.
Why are Silkie Herbs honey pills made with pure honey?
Silkie Herbs uses traditional honey-bound herbal pills rather than capsules or compressed tablets. Pure honey acts as a natural binding agent and has traditionally been used in Chinese herbal medicine to harmonize herbal formulas while avoiding many of the synthetic fillers, binders, lubricants, and flow agents commonly found in modern supplements. For pets that prefer an alternative format, this formula is also available as an herbal powder.
Are Silkie Herbs pet formulas third-party tested?
Yes. Silkie Herbs performs testing throughout the production process, from raw herb verification to finished product testing. This includes screening for identity, purity, heavy metals, pesticides, and microbial contaminants to help ensure quality, consistency, and safety.
Where are Silkie Herbs pet formulas made?
Silkie Herbs Pet formulas are manufactured and packaged in the United States. Every formula is produced under strict quality standards while following traditional Chinese herbal principles and preparation methods.
What makes traditional Chinese herbal formulas different from single-herb supplements?
Traditional Chinese herbal formulas are carefully balanced combinations of herbs designed to work together according to classical TCM principles. Rather than relying on a single ingredient, each herb serves a specific role within the formula to promote balance, harmony, healthy circulation, and overall musculoskeletal wellness.
Why does Silkie Herbs use traditional herbal preparation methods?
Many herbs are traditionally processed using methods known as Pao Zhi (炮製), which may include roasting, steaming, honey-frying, wine-frying, fermenting, or aging. These preparation methods have been used for centuries in Traditional Chinese Medicine to refine the properties of herbs and support their traditional functions.
Why Silkie Herbs
Silkie formulas are rooted in five generations of traditional herbal practice, not trend-based supplement marketing.
- 5th Generation Herbalist Family Tradition
- Traditional Chinese Herbal Formulas
- Honey-Bound Herbal Pills
- No Capsules
- No Tablets
- No Artificial Binders or Fillers
- Made in the USA
- Third-Party Tested
- Authentic Medicinal-Grade Herbs
- Traditional Herb Preparation Methods (Pao Zhi)
- Classical Formula Design
- Five Generations of Herbal Knowledge
Silkie Herbs formulas are rooted in five generations of Traditional Chinese Medicine herbal practice. Rather than following supplement trends, our formulas are based on traditional herbal principles passed down through generations and refined through clinical experience.
Unlike most supplements, Silkie Herbs uses traditional honey-bound herbal pills instead of capsules or compressed tablets. We do not use artificial binders, fillers, lubricants, or flow agents. Pure honey is used as a natural binding agent to help preserve the formula while supporting digestion and absorption.
Every formula is manufactured in the United States using authentic medicinal-grade herbs and traditional preparation methods. Each batch undergoes third-party testing for identity, purity, heavy metals, pesticides, and microbial contaminants to help ensure quality and consistency.
True healing takes time. Silkie formulas honor the body’s natural ability to restore balance — the way herbal medicine has always been practiced.
Keep out of reach of children. Use only as directed.
Professional Guidance: For persistent issues, consult a veterinarian experienced in TCM for dogs or cats.
Or consult a professional TCM practitioner, they will be best and able to guide you.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Incised notopterygium root
Incised Notopterygium Root (Qiang Huo) dispels wind and dampness, which are common contributors to arthritis pain and stiffness. It is particularly effective for alleviating pain in the upper body and limbs caused by wind-damp-cold. Its warming properties improve mobility and reduce discomfort.
Poria
Poria (Fu Ling) strengthens the spleen and resolves dampness, addressing one of the root causes of arthritis in TCM. By draining excess moisture from the body, it alleviates swelling and reduces the heaviness or stiffness associated with dampness in the joints.
Coix
Coix (Yi Yi Ren) promotes urination and resolves dampness, helping to reduce swelling and stiffness in arthritic joints. It also has mild anti-inflammatory properties, which support the overall management of arthritis symptoms. Coix nourishes the joints and improves mobility over time.
Twotooth achyranthes root
Twotooth Achyranthes Root (Niu Xi) promotes blood circulation and strengthens the bones and tendons. It is particularly beneficial for lower-body arthritis or stiffness. This herb also directs the effects of other herbs to the lower body, making it effective for hip or knee joint issues.
honey is the only binding agent
no artificial fillers or ingredients
herbs harvested at the height of potency
100% Natural
Our herbal supplements are made with natural honey as the binder. Honey can support the lungs, intestine, spleen, and stomach; It works as a natural preservative with antibacterial and healing properties. Unlike other herbal supplement companies that use starch, magnesium, and other chemical substances as binders for their supplements, we only use 100% honey. We also avoid using vegetable capsules because they require chemical components to form the capsule shape.
Peak Harvest Herbs
The herbs in our herbal pill blends are harvested at the height of their potency and they are substantially more expensive than less potent herbs that were harvested in the pre-or post-season, but in our view, there is no substitute for premium quality.
5 Generations
Over five generations we have collected, tested and refined Chinese herbal formulas that themselves draw from 3000 years of experience of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Traditional Chinese Medicine is a profound pathway to create the life you were born to live. It's a timeless bridge that can initiate and support change and growth in any and every life dimension: physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual.
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If you feel skeptical or unsure of Chinese herbal remedies, I could hardly blame you. I wasn't a believer either until my daughter grew very sick and my father (the 4th generation herbalist) helped her get better with herbs.
I was born into a family of herbalists. My father, my grandfather, my great-grandfather, great-great grandfather were all herbalists. I represent the 5th generation in this long lineage dating back to Imperial China.
When I was three or four years old, I started to learn herbal songs and how to identify herbs. As I got older, I was taught how to process the herbs while working in my dad’s clinic in Vietnam. After we immigrated to the United States, my dad asked me if I wanted to pursue a career in TCM as an herbalist or acupuncturist. I said, “No, just leave me alone, Dad. I will find something I enjoy doing for work.” So, he left me alone to find my own way.
I wanted nothing to do with herbal medicine until I gave birth to my second daughter, Catherine, who was born with severe gastric reflux. When Catherine was 10 days old, I had to take her to the ER for IV injections into her little hand because she couldn’t keep milk down. Besides vomiting, she also was having diarrhea. Catherine was losing nutrition from both ends, so her tiny body was shrinking. At that time my dad warned me, “She needs to be treated with herbal medicine, otherwise she will have seizures later on.” I didn’t fully understand what my dad was talking about, so I ignored him.
My daughter got so ill that she could only take half an ounce of milk per hour. Before feeding her, I would use a syringe and shoot Zantac into her mouth to lessen the vomiting. As time passed, she needed milk more often, and consequently more Zantac. By the time Catherine was 8 months old, she needed to be fed and medicated 11 times a day.
I could hardly sleep, eat, shower or rest. Even at night, I had to drape my daughter over my shoulder for her to sleep. If I put Catherine down, she would vomit. I barely had time to squeeze in a 5-minute shower once or twice a week for myself. I was exhausted, but what could I do? I had to care for my daughter and do my best to survive each day with the hope that she would get better or at the very least her condition would not worsen.
Catherine had to wear a turtleneck with two sweaters along with a baby cap and scarf to be outside during the heat of summer, even when temperatures were 100 plus degrees. If I didn’t cover her up, she would have a runny nose, cough, and non stop vomiting. How will she be able to go to school or anywhere with air conditioning?
One day we went to a Vietnamese pho restaurant. After I set Catherine down into the high-chair, I turned around and adjusted my chair. Then I heard a woman’s shout, “Look at her!” I looked in the direction she pointed. It was Catherine…her eyes rolled up and her entire body stiff and shaking with fluid coming out of her mouth. Someone said, “Squeeze some lemon into her mouth.” I did it without hesitating and Catherine’s body relaxed.
We rushed her to the ER. For 3 days she was in the NICU where they monitored her brain. The doctors told me I was lucky because my daughter’s seizure didn’t last for more than 3 minutes which would have damaged her brain. After that I always carried a piece of lemon because I had no idea when my baby girl might have another seizure.
The seizures started to come weekly, so the doctor prescribed anti-seizure medication. Catherine wasn’t even 1 year of age, and already she was taking Zantac 11 times plus anti-seizure medicine 3 times a day. It was nearly impossible to administer the anti-seizure medicine because whenever I took out the syringe, she would cry and start vomiting.
I took Catherine to see a specialist at CHOC. I asked, “Doctor, have you ever seen any infant with this condition get well?” The doctor replied, “It depends. Some will grow out of it, but some don’t. If they don’t, then they will have to take medication for the rest of their life.”
“What do you mean by grow out of it?” The doctor explained that Catherine might get better by herself as she got older.
My mind was racing. “All this time the prescribed medication has not been treating her stomach?” The doctor said, “No, it only helps to guide the food down, so she won’t vomit it back up. That’s why you have to give it to her before the feeding.”
“Well, what if she doesn’t grow out of it?” In that case, Catherine will be dependent upon medication for the rest of her life. The doctor further informed me that she too was born with gastro reflux and is still taking medicine for the condition.
Her statement was like lightning in my brain. If the doctor can’t even treat herself for gastro reflux, how can she help my daughter? Seeing the futility of my path, I turned to my dad for help.
My dad advised me to stop all western drugs and to give her an herbal prescription 3 times a day. Administering medicine 3 times instead of 14 times a day to Catherine was a godsend to me. Even though it sounded too good to be true, I figured that I could still give Zantac to Catherine if she didn’t get better or continued to vomit.
After one month of herbs 3 times a day, Catherine vomited less and less. To test Catherine, I let her cry to see if she would vomit. She didn’t, so I knew she was getting better. After another month of herbal medicine, Catherine was able to wear less clothing without getting a runny nose, coughing, or vomiting. After 3 months of herbal formulas, she stopped having episodes of gastro reflux and seizure. Catherine will enjoy a normal, healthy life.
Because of Catherine’s dramatic recovery, I was sold on Chinese medicine and asked my dad to treat me. I fainted very easily, especially during the winter. After a few months of herbal formulas, I have never fainted again.
I started to have time to think and tried to understand why a piece of lemon helps to relax the muscles and stop a seizure. Lemon is a common citrus, yet it has magical powers that we don’t understand and underestimate. I wanted to learn more and find answers, so I decided to go to China which has a long history of herbal medicine. I went to TCM schools in China and Hong Kong and worked in the TCM hospitals to learn from the best herbal doctors in the world.
When I was there, I knew one day I would want to become an herbalist, but how can I get a steady supply of high-quality herbs. My dad and I backpacked across China and visited many farmlands. We interviewed farmers to grow herbs for us. Our products are used with the highest quality herbs that have been harvested at the height of their potency. They are substantially more expensive than less potent herbs that were harvested in the pre- or post-season.
After I came back to the United State, I worked with my dad and learned from his experiences and studied the formulas that our ancestors passed down. What I have been through helped me to understand the importance of health. Without health, don’t even talk about career, beauty, education, freedom, etc. I now have worked with many families who have suffered as I have. Their endearing appreciation drives me to work harder.
Our namesake "Silkie" is a Chinese breed of chicken that is well known for its calm and friendly temperament. They are gentle and caring and make wonderful mothers. A Silkie loves nothing more than brooding a cluster of eggs, whether they are hers or not, even if they are "duck eggs". We share the same outlook and care for our clients the same way we care for our own family.