GrassSaver Chewable Tablets Supplement
Verified Aug 24, 2026
This is a chewable supplement for dogs designed to be given daily alongside a regular complete diet. It supplies DL-methionine, a vitamin B blend, yucca, and cranberry fiber, aiming to support normal urine pH and general urinary tract and kidney function. It’s not a food, but an add-on product intended specifically for dogs, not cats.
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Strong Choice
This product is a urine-related supplement that should be used in addition to, not instead of, a complete and balanced dog food. It combines DL‑methionine with B vitamins, yucca, and cranberry fiber to target urinary tract and kidney support as described by the manufacturer. It may be considered for dogs where a veterinarian feels these specific ingredients are appropriate.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Provides a defined dose of DL-methionine, which is often used to influence urine characteristics under veterinary guidance.
- Includes a blend of B vitamins that support many metabolic and nervous system functions.
- Contains cranberry fiber, which is commonly used in products aimed at urinary tract support.
- Formulated specifically for dogs and clearly labeled as not for use in cats, which helps avoid species misuse.
Considerations
- This is a supplement only and does not provide complete and balanced nutrition, so a regular dog diet is still essential.
- DL-methionine can affect urine pH, so it is best used under veterinary guidance, especially in dogs with a history of urinary stones.
- Dogs with existing kidney or urinary disease should not receive this without their veterinarian’s approval.
- The base ingredients include flavorings and carriers, which add no meaningful nutrition and are purely for tablet form and palatability.
Full Ingredient List
Ingredients and analysis reflect manufacturer data at the time of our last update and can change without notice. Always check the actual product packaging before feeding.
Ingredient filtering helps identify compatible options but is not a substitute for a veterinary elimination diet.
Top 5 Ingredients Explained
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DL-Methionine
DL‑methionine is a synthetic, racemic form of the essential sulfur‑containing amino acid commonly added to dog and cat foods to meet methionine requirements for protein synthesis, support skin and coat health, and to acidify urine when clinically indicated to help prevent struvite crystals. Only the L‑isomer is directly used by the body (the D‑isomer is converted), and while it can be a precursor to cysteine and indirectly to taurine, it does not replace dietary taurine for cats; excessive supplementation can upset amino acid balance or over‑acidify urine, so it should be used at recommended levels.
02
Nutrient Blend
A “Nutrient Blend” in pet food typically refers to a vitamin and mineral premix added to ensure the diet meets essential micronutrient requirements and helps make the product complete and balanced for dogs and/or cats. These blends support growth, immune function, skin/coat and bone health, but formulations vary — quality and correct dosing matter because imbalances or excesses of some vitamins or minerals can be harmful, so choose foods formulated to recognized standards (e.g., AAFCO/NRC).
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Biotin
Biotin (vitamin B7) is a water‑soluble vitamin added to pet foods as a micronutrient to support energy metabolism and healthy skin, coat, and paw pad integrity in dogs and cats. Deficiencies are uncommon with commercial diets but supplementation can help with dermatitis or poor coat quality—biotin is generally safe at recommended levels, though therapeutic or high‑dose use should be done under veterinary guidance and raw egg whites can interfere with biotin absorption.
04
Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) is an essential water‑soluble vitamin commonly added to pet foods and supplements to support red blood cell production, neurological function, DNA synthesis, and normal energy metabolism in dogs and cats. It helps prevent deficiency signs such as anemia, poor appetite, weight loss and neurologic abnormalities, and is particularly important in diets low in animal ingredients or in pets with gastrointestinal malabsorption—generally safe because excess is excreted, though animals with GI disease may need higher or parenteral dosing under veterinary guidance.
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Pyridoxine Hydrochloride
Pyridoxine hydrochloride is the common supplemental form of vitamin B6 used in pet foods to ensure adequate levels for amino acid metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis and red blood cell production in both dogs and cats. It is water‑soluble and generally safe when included at recommended levels to meet nutritional guidelines, but excessive supplementation can lead to neurological problems, so formulations should follow established dietary requirements.
Product Details & Brand
Product Specs
Brand
NaturVet is a leading brand of pet supplements offering a wide range of products for dogs, cats, and horses, focusing on natural health support including joint, digestive, allergy, and behavioral care. The brand targets pet owners seeking holistic, natural, and vet-formulated wellness solutions.
Manufacturer
NaturVet manufactures products in-house at its Temecula, California facility that is compliant with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). The company maintains NASC (National Animal Supplement Council) certification, ensuring standardized manufacturing, ingredient safety, and product quality.
Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.
Recall History
No recall is listed for NaturVet GrassSaver Chewable Tablets Supplement.
Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026
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