A species of mussel (Perna canaliculus), named after the green rim of its shell.
Green-lipped mussel for the dog's joints
The green-lipped mussel (Perna canaliculus) lives exclusively off the coasts of New Zealand. It owes its name to the green rim of its shell. It is known for its glycosaminoglycans and its unusual fatty acid profile.
Green-lipped mussel » a mussel that exists only once
The green-lipped mussel is endemic to New Zealand, meaning it occurs naturally nowhere else. It is farmed in aquaculture in the coastal bays, where it settles on suspended ropes and lives solely on what the water brings.
That makes it a raw material whose quality depends directly on water quality. New Zealand therefore monitors the farming areas at state level.
What the green-lipped mussel contains
It provides glycosaminoglycans, the same class of substances as chondroitin and hyaluronic acid, plus proteins, minerals and long-chain omega-3 fatty acids. Among these is eicosatetraenoic acid, a fatty acid that occurs in this form in hardly any other food.
What green-lipped mussel is valued for in your dog's diet
The green-lipped mussel provides glycosaminoglycans and long-chain omega-3 fatty acids. It also contains protein and minerals.
Why drying is decisive
The valuable constituents of the mussel are heat-sensitive. If the mussel meat is dried hot, part of them is lost without this being visible in the finished powder.
For green-lipped mussel powder the processing method is therefore the actual quality feature. Gently freeze-dried material retains considerably more of the original constituents than heat-dried material, but costs many times more to produce.
Origin and quality
We have worked with the same regular suppliers for many years. Their goods are tested for residues and are additionally examined by independent laboratories before they go into production.
Where we use green-lipped mussel
Green-lipped mussel is an ingredient of DOG FIT by PreThis® JOINTS greenshell.
Frequently asked questions about Green-Lipped Mussel
Exclusively from New Zealand. It is endemic there, occurring naturally nowhere else, and is farmed in aquaculture along the coast.
Glycosaminoglycans, proteins, minerals and long-chain omega-3 fatty acids, among them eicosatetraenoic acid, which occurs in this form in hardly any other food.
Because the valuable constituents are heat-sensitive. Freeze-dried material retains considerably more of them than heat-dried, without this being visible in the powder.
We have worked with the same regular suppliers for many years. Their goods are tested for residues and are additionally examined by independent laboratories before they go into production.
Feel free to take a look at our large FAQ overview or write to us at service@dog-fit.com. You can reach us by phone on the Germany hotline 0800 790 790 9 or from abroad on +49 3221 322 210 0.
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JOINTS greenshell
Pure green-lipped mussel from New Zealand, in a capsule made of bovine gelatine, plus B vitamins. With green-lipped mussel from impeccable New Zealand farming.
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Dr. Sibylle Ott, MD, veterinarian, plays a central role in our team at DOG FIT by PreThis®. As an experienced veterinarian with naturopathic expertise, she contributes significantly to the development of our products. Her experience and deep understanding of dogs' needs flow into many of the formulas we create. She is a valuable asset to our team and to the well-being of many dogs.
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