Zesty Paws Hip & Joint Bites Dog Supplement Nutri-Vet Hip & Joint Chewable Tablets Regular Strength Supplement
Nutri-Vet Hip & Joint Chewable Tablets Regular Strength Supplement scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.2 to 7.5. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Zesty Paws Hip & Joint Bites Dog Supplement and Nutri-Vet Hip & Joint Chewable Tablets Regular Strength Supplement compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jun 11, 2026 |
Verified Jul 20, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
7.5 / 10 | 8.2 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
Not listed | Not listed |
| Fat | Not listed | Not listed |
| Fiber | Not listed | Not listed |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
Not listed | Not listed |
| Calories | Not listed | Not listed |
| Calorie density | Not listed | Not listed |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Proprietary Hip & Joint Blend (Glucosamine HCl [Shellfish], Methylsulfonylmethane [OptiMSM(R)], Chondroitin Sulfate [Porcine], Vitamin E [D Alpha Tocopherol]) - 1510 mg, Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Flaxseed, Garbanzo Flour, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Mixed Tocopherols (a preservative), Natural Bacon Flavor, Natural Flavor, Palm Oil, Pea Flour, Rosemary Extract (a preservative), Sunflower Lecithin, Tapioca Starch, Vegetable Glycerin Show full list Show less |
Glucosamine Hydrochloride (from shellfish) 500 mg, Chondroitin Sulfate (Porcine Trachea) 100 mg, Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) 100 mg, Zinc (Zinc Oxide) 15 mg, Vitamin E 15 IU, Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) 10 mg, Manganese (Manganese Gluconate) 5 mg, Copper (Copper Gluconate) 2 mg, Hyaluronic Acid 1 mg, Cellulose, Liver Meal, Magnesium Stearate, Natural Flavor, Silicon Dioxide, Stearic Acid, Sucrose Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Joint care, Mobility support | Joint care |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Supplement | Supplement |
| Texture | Whole Pieces | Whole Pieces |
| Processing | Extruded | Not listed |
| Life stage | All Life Stages | All Life Stages |
| Breed size | All Breed Sizes | All Breed Sizes |
| AAFCO nutritional adequacy | ||
Complete & balancedWhether the manufacturer's label claims the food meets AAFCO nutrient profiles for a life stage. Not an independent test. |
Not indicated | Not indicated |
| Life stages | Not listed | Not listed |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Not listed | Not listed |
| Maker standards | ||
WSAVA guidelinesThe World Small Animal Veterinary Association publishes criteria for evaluating a manufacturer: qualified nutritionists on staff, feeding trials, and published research. It does not certify or endorse brands. |
No | No |
PSC accreditedThe Pet Sustainability Coalition is a nonprofit that accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact through third-party verification. It reflects sustainability practices, not food quality. |
No | No |
| Recalls & where to buy | ||
Recalls on recordKibbleLab began logging recalls in July 2026, so earlier recalls may not appear. |
None | None |
| Where to buy | ||
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Shared ingredients
Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.
- Glucosamine Hydrochloride
- Methylsulfonylmethane
- Chondroitin Sulfate
- Vitamin E
- Ascorbic Acid
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Nutri-Vet Hip & Joint Chewable Tablets Regular Strength Supplement scores higher, 8.2 to 7.5 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Methylsulfonylmethane, Chondroitin Sulfate, Vitamin E, Ascorbic Acid.
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