Green-Lipped Mussel (GLM) from New Zealand serves as the foundational whole-food ingredient in the Mobility formula. Unlike isolated single-compound extracts, GLM naturally contains a unique profile of Omega-3 fatty acids, including Eicosatetraenoic Acid (ETA), alongside naturally occurring glycosaminoglycans and chondroitin sulfate. By utilizing a cold-processed, non-defatted extraction, these naturally occurring lipids and compounds are preserved in their whole-food matrix. When combined with the botanical extracts in the formula, GLM provides a broad nutritional baseline that supports a healthy inflammatory response.

Green-Lipped Mussel comes from the clean coastal waters of New Zealand, where it has been valued for generations as a whole-food source of joint nutrition. What makes it special is that it naturally contains a complex blend of Omega-3 fatty acids, glycosaminoglycans, and chondroitin sulfate, all in one ingredient rather than isolated separately. We use a cold-processed extraction to help keep these naturally occurring compounds intact, just as nature intended. At 750 mg per scoop, Green-Lipped Mussel forms the nutritional foundation of EmpiriVita 01 Mobility.

Eggshell Membrane (ESM) is included in the formula because it provides a naturally occurring, highly bioavailable matrix of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid in the ratios found in nature. Rather than supplementing these components individually, ESM delivers them within an intact biological matrix that supports cellular recognition and uptake. Within the EmpiriVita Mobility formula, ESM complements the whole-food matrix of Green-Lipped Mussel and the targeted botanical support of Boswellia and Curcumin by providing multi-component structural building blocks in a single ingredient.

Think of Eggshell Membrane as nature's own joint support package. It naturally contains collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid bundled together in the same ratios your dog's body recognizes, rather than adding each one separately. We use a gentle air-dried extraction process to keep this natural structure intact, which supports your dog's ability to absorb and use these building blocks for healthy, flexible joint tissue. Our 600 mg dose provides meaningful structural support as part of the EmpiriVita 01 Mobility formula.

MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane) acts as the primary sulfur donor in the formulation. Sulfur is a fundamental structural component involved in the cross-linking of collagen and elastin molecules within joint cartilage. By providing a bioavailable source of sulfur, MSM supports the body’s ability to utilize the structural ingredients in the formula, including Eggshell Membrane and Green-Lipped Mussel, as part of normal connective tissue maintenance.

Sulfur is one of the basic building blocks your dog's body uses to maintain healthy cartilage and connective tissue. MSM is simply a naturally occurring form of sulfur that is easy for your dog to absorb. We chose a highly purified, USP-grade MSM produced through distillation extraction, which is the gold standard for purity. At 500 mg per scoop, it helps support the natural elasticity of cartilage and works hand-in-hand with the other structural ingredients in EmpiriVita 01 Mobility.

Boswellia serrata is a key component of the multi-pathway strategy. While other ingredients in the formula provide structural support, Boswellia supports the 5-LOX pathway, playing a distinct role in supporting a healthy inflammatory response. Standardized to 65% Boswellic Acids, it works in tandem with Curcumin Phytosome to address the inflammatory response pathway, complementing the structural and joint fluid pathways addressed by GLM, Eggshell Membrane, MSM, and Hyaluronic Acid.

Boswellia comes from the resin of a tree that has been used in traditional wellness practices for centuries. We selected a premium extract standardized to a high concentration of Boswellic Acids, the specific compounds identified in research as supporting the body's healthy inflammatory response. While many of the other ingredients in our formula focus on the physical structure of your dog's joints, Boswellia plays a different role by supporting normal inflammatory balance. Our 200 mg dose works alongside Curcumin Phytosome as part of EmpiriVita 01 Mobility.

Standard curcumin (the active compound in turmeric) is commonly recognized as having low natural bioavailability in the canine digestive system. By utilizing Phytosome technology, the curcumin extract is bound to dietary phospholipids, supporting improved absorption. Within the EmpiriVita Mobility formula, Curcumin Phytosome works in tandem with Boswellia to provide antioxidant support, complementing the structural ingredients that address cartilage and joint fluid pathways.

You may have heard that turmeric is good for joint health, but there is a catch. Standard turmeric powders are not well absorbed by a dog's digestive system. That is why we use a patented form of curcumin that is bound to natural phospholipids to support better absorption. This means more of the beneficial curcuminoids are available for your dog's body to use. At 150 mg per scoop, our Curcumin Phytosome provides antioxidant support as part of the EmpiriVita 01 Mobility formula.

Hyaluronic Acid (HA) is the primary structural component of synovial fluid, the viscous liquid that supports lubrication and shock absorption inside the joint capsule. Within the EmpiriVita Mobility formula, combining HA with the structural ingredients (GLM, Eggshell Membrane, MSM) helps support the normal physical mechanics of the joint, addressing the fluid pathway alongside the cartilage and inflammatory response pathways.

Inside every joint, there is a small amount of thick, viscous fluid that helps keep things moving smoothly. Hyaluronic Acid is a key component of that fluid. We source ours from clean microbial fermentation and select a specific molecular weight to support bioavailability for dogs. At 15 mg per scoop, it supports normal joint lubrication and fluid mobility as part of the EmpiriVita 01 Mobility formula.

Manganese is an important trace mineral that acts as a cofactor in the synthesis of glycosaminoglycans and cartilage matrix. Within the EmpiriVita Mobility formula, the chelated form (Manganese Amino Acid Chelate) supports cellular uptake. Manganese complements the structural ingredients by supporting the metabolic processes involved in normal cartilage maintenance.

Manganese is a trace mineral that plays a supporting role in how your dog's body naturally maintains healthy cartilage. While it is needed in only small amounts, it is an important part of the process. We use a chelated form, which means the manganese is bonded to amino acids to support absorption. It rounds out the structural support pathway in EmpiriVita 01 Mobility.

L-Glutamine is an essential amino acid that serves as the preferred fuel source for enterocytes, the cells lining the intestinal tract. Within the EmpiriVita Digestive formula, our 1,000 mg dose helps support these cells in maintaining tight junctions and a healthy mucosal barrier. While other ingredients in the formula address microbial balance and surface-level coating, L-Glutamine works at the cellular level, supporting the structural foundation of the intestinal wall.

Your dog's intestinal lining is made up of cells that turn over rapidly and need a steady supply of fuel to do their job well. L-Glutamine is the amino acid those cells prefer most. By including a full 1,000 mg per scoop, we help support the integrity of your dog's gut lining at the cellular level. It is one of the reasons EmpiriVita 02 Digestive goes beyond just adding probiotics. We want to support the entire digestive environment, starting with the walls themselves.

NAG (N-Acetyl-D-Glucosamine) provides structural support at the mucosal surface level within the EmpiriVita Digestive formula. The body uses NAG to support the glycosaminoglycan mucus layer that lines the inside of the digestive tract. It works alongside L-Glutamine, which supports the intestinal wall at the cellular level, and the probiotic blend, which maintains microbial balance. Together, these three pathways address gut health from different angles within a single formula.

N-Acetyl-D-Glucosamine (NAG) is a naturally occurring compound that your dog's body uses to help maintain the mucus layer lining the digestive tract. This layer plays an important role in healthy digestive function. NAG is distinct from the standard glucosamine you may have seen in joint supplements, as it serves a digestive-specific purpose. At 400 mg per scoop, NAG supports normal digestive tract integrity as part of the multi-pathway approach of EmpiriVita 02 Digestive.

Probiotics require prebiotics (fermentable fiber) to thrive. However, standard fibers may ferment too rapidly, which may not support optimal digestive comfort in dogs. PHGG is a highly soluble prebiotic fiber that is partially hydrolyzed, meaning it ferments slowly, providing sustained fuel for the microbiome while supporting normal digestive comfort. Within the EmpiriVita Digestive formula, PHGG serves as the dedicated prebiotic source that helps maintain the conditions beneficial bacteria need to flourish.

Probiotics need something to eat, and that something is prebiotic fiber. But not all fibers are created equal. Some ferment too quickly, which is not ideal for your dog's comfort. PHGG is a soluble fiber that has been partially broken down so it ferments slowly and gently, giving the good bacteria in your dog's gut a steady source of nutrition. At 400 mg per scoop, it helps maintain a healthy, balanced microbiome and supports normal stool regularity as part of EmpiriVita 02 Digestive.

Marshmallow Root (Althaea officinalis) serves as the formula’s physical coating agent. While L-Glutamine supports healthy intestinal cell turnover at the cellular level and probiotics maintain microbial balance, Marshmallow Root works through a different mechanism. Its naturally occurring mucilage, a viscous plant-based substance, helps maintain the healthy mucosal lining of the digestive tract. Within the EmpiriVita Digestive formula, this botanical provides surface-level support that complements the deeper structural and microbial pathways addressed by other ingredients in the formula.

Marshmallow Root is not the sweet treat you are thinking of. It is actually a traditional botanical that has been used for centuries across cultures for digestive wellness. The root contains a natural substance called mucilage, a thick, gel-like compound that helps maintain the healthy lining of the stomach and intestines. We include 300 mg per scoop in EmpiriVita 02 Digestive because it provides gentle, plant-based support that complements the other ingredients working at deeper levels of your dog's digestive system.

DGL (Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice) serves as the formula’s gastric lining support ingredient. While L-Glutamine supports healthy intestinal cell turnover and NAG provides structural building blocks, DGL works on the surface, helping to maintain the healthy mucus layer that lines the stomach and upper digestive tract. This specialized form of licorice root has been carefully processed to remove glycyrrhizin, allowing it to deliver botanical support suitable for daily use. Within the EmpiriVita Digestive formula, DGL complements the structural and microbial pathways by supporting normal mucosal function.

DGL stands for Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice, which is a form of licorice root that has been processed to remove a compound called glycyrrhizin that is not ideal for everyday use. What remains is a time-honored botanical that has been used for centuries to support normal digestive function. In EmpiriVita 02 Digestive, DGL helps maintain the healthy mucus layer in your dog's stomach and upper digestive tract. At 200 mg per scoop, it adds a layer of botanical support alongside the other ingredients in the formula.

Bacillus coagulans is a spore-forming bacterium, meaning it produces a natural endospore coating that supports its resilience through the highly acidic canine stomach (pH 1.5 to 2.5). While many common lactic acid bacteria (such as L. acidophilus) are sensitive to stomach acid, B. coagulans’ spore-forming biology supports its ability to reach the lower intestine and germinate where it is needed. Within the EmpiriVita Digestive formula, B. coagulans works alongside Saccharomyces boulardii to provide a dual-organism approach to microbial support, helping to maintain healthy gut flora.

Bacillus coagulans is a probiotic with a built-in survival advantage. Unlike many common probiotic strains, it forms a natural protective spore that supports its ability to withstand the harsh acidity of your dog's stomach. Once it reaches the lower intestine, the spore opens up and the beneficial bacterium becomes active. We include 2 Billion CFU per scoop alongside Saccharomyces boulardii because we believe in a dual-organism approach, using both a resilient bacterium and a beneficial yeast to help maintain healthy gut flora in EmpiriVita 02 Digestive.

Saccharomyces boulardii is a beneficial yeast, distinct from bacterial probiotics, that is naturally resistant to the highly acidic environment of the canine stomach (pH 1.5 to 2.5). While many common probiotic strains are sensitive to stomach acid, S. boulardii’s yeast-based biology supports its natural ability to reach the lower intestine intact. Within the EmpiriVita Digestive formula, S. boulardii complements Bacillus coagulans by providing a different class of microbial support, helping to maintain a diverse and healthy gut microbiome through a dual-organism approach.

Not all probiotics are created equal, and one of the biggest challenges is simply surviving the trip through your dog's stomach. The canine stomach is extremely acidic, and many standard probiotic strains are sensitive to that environment. Saccharomyces boulardii is different because it is a beneficial yeast, not a bacterium, and its natural biology supports its ability to reach the lower intestine where it is needed. At 2 Billion CFU per scoop, it is paired with Bacillus coagulans in EmpiriVita 02 Digestive to support a diverse and healthy gut microbiome.