Native Pet Hip+Joint Advanced Care Review: Freya’s Experience with This Science-Backed Senior Dog Supplement

Native Pet has long been one of my go-to brands for clean, science-backed supplements, so when they launched their new Hip+Joint Advanced Care Powder, I knew I had to try it for Freya. At 9 years old, she’s officially entered her senior years.

This new formula is specifically designed for senior dogs and those already dealing with joint or mobility issues by supporting cartilage, muscle strength, and healthy inflammation levels—and let me tell you, Freya felt the difference almost immediately. Keep reading to learn more!

What Makes Native Pet Hip+Joint Advanced Care Different?

Most joint supplements stop at basic glucosamine and chondroitin. Native Pet’s 3-in-1 advanced formula goes further—supporting not only joint cartilage, but also muscle strength and a healthy inflammatory response.

Top Features

• Veterinarian-Formulated, Science-Backed Ingredients – Created by vets and tested for efficacy, every ingredient serves a clear, clinically proven purpose.
• 3-in-1 Advanced Formula – Targets muscles, joints, and inflammation for full-spectrum support.
• Clean & Transparent Label – No fillers, no binders, no artificial flavors—just high-quality actives in clinical doses.
• Powder Format for Better Ingredient Integrity – Powders keep nutrients stable and mix easily into food (and yes, dogs love the taste!).
• Made in the USA – With rigorous quality testing and Native Pet’s signature “Around the Bowl Nutrition™” philosophy.

Breaking Down the Active Ingredients

Let’s take a closer look at the active ingredients and their benefits:

• Whey Protein– Helps support strong muscles and faster recovery in dogs by providing easily digestible amino acids that maintain lean muscle mass and joint stability.
• Exclzyme Pet™ : A proprietary blend of enzymes that supports a healthy inflammatory response throughout the body.
• myHMB (the calcium one): Preserves muscle mass (a huge plus for aging or recovering dogs)
• Green-Lipped Mussel: Supports cartilage elasticity, lubricates joints, and helps manage inflammation. It’s one of the most researched natural remedies for dog arthritis.
• UC-II® Collagen: Unlike generic collagen, UC-II® trains the immune system to preserve existing cartilage rather than break it down, making it far more effective for long-term joint health.
• Hyaluronic Acid: Think of this one as “joint oil.” It helps lubricate and cushion joints, promoting smoother movement and less friction between bones.

This combination isn’t just marketing fluff—it’s veterinarian-formulated and clinically backed. Every active ingredient serves a clear purpose, and there are no fillers, artificial flavors, or unnecessary binders.

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Freya’s Experience with Native Pet Hip+Joint Advanced Care

First, a teensy bit of background. As I mentioned earlier, Freya is officially a senior dog, a fact that she seems to forget when she’s chasing chipmunks or doing her “I smell a bear” zoomies across the yard.

Freya’s “I see a chipmunk” face

She’s a sighthound, and they just don’t know when to stop. Sadly, she ends up paying for her bursts of energy later with stiff joints and aching muscles. Without giving my age away, let’s just say I can totally relate.

So, as I was testing out Native Pet Hip + Joint Advanced Care, instead of just paying attention to Freya’s overall energy levels, I focused on how she well she moved around both in the evening and the early morning- the two times when she is usually the stiffest and achiest.

How did it work?

Let me start by saying that Freya’s results may not be typical. It can take weeks to see results any time you start your dog (or yourself for that matter) on a new supplement. That said, I saw results in DAYS. Seriously, by around day three she was moving noticeably better.

Now, maybe you’re thinking “yeah, but was she as active during those three days?” Yes. Actually, she was MORE active because the bears have been here constantly looking for garbage to get into (my neighbors are chefs, so the bears really love their garbage). Freya goes crazy zooming back and forth across the yard the moment she smells them.

So, for me, the results were outstanding. I can’t promise that you’ll have the same fast results (like legally, I can’t make any promises), but I can tell you that I was beyond impressed to the point of being astonished. And after over a decade of working as a pet blogger, it takes a lot to astonish me in a good way these days.

Hip+Joint Advanced Care Powder + Hip+Joint Inflammatory Care = Even More Impressive Results

The Advanced Care Powder on its own has amazing results, but when you combine it with Native Pet Hip+Joint Inflammatory Care, the results are astounding. After testing out the powder alone for a few days, we added the Inflammatory Care into her regime.

Two days later, Freya and I hiked to the back of our development, which is basically like hiking up a huge mountain (albeit on paved roads, but it’s still a hike). Usually, she conks out when we get home and needs a day off from her adventures the next day.

This time, though, she came home and still found the energy to chase Mr. Chippy Chipper III (don’t ask what happened to the first two, you’re better off not knowing) AND do her “I smell a bear” zoomies.

That said, you don’t HAVE to add the Inflammatory Care to your dog’s supplement routine. You’ll still see results with just the Advanced Care Powder. I do recommend it though for dogs who are extra achy. It made a massive difference.

Final Thoughts

Native Pet’s Hip+Joint Advanced Care Powder truly earns its “advanced” title. It’s not just another glucosamine supplement—it’s a comprehensive mobility formula that covers every aspect of joint and muscle health.

For Freya, it’s become a daily essential—a way to keep her active, agile, and ready for every game of chase or trail adventure. Whether your dog is slowing down with age or just needs a little extra support for those hard-working joints, this one’s worth every scoop.