Pectin is a soluble plant fibre that functions as a prebiotic in the canine gut, fuelling beneficial bacteria to produce short-chain fatty acids that strengthen the intestinal barrier and reduce systemic inflammation. In Bonza Bounce, pectin works alongside FOS and TruPet® Postbiotic to reinforce the gut-joint axis — lowering the inflammatory burden that accelerates cartilage degradation in dogs with osteoarthritis.
Silicon is the third most abundant trace mineral in your dog's body, yet most joint supplements completely overlook it. This essential mineral drives the collagen synthesis and cross-linking that holds joints, bones, skin and coat together — but dietary silicon is notoriously poorly absorbed. Kynosil® solves this with patented mesoporous silica technology delivering 380× greater solubility and over 90% dissolution within hours. We examine the peer-reviewed evidence behind silicon for joint mobility, bone strength and coat quality, and why Bonza chose this innovative ingredient for Bounce.
Chondroitin sulphate is one of the most widely supplemented glycosaminoglycans in veterinary joint care — but its benefits extend well beyond cartilage. This guide examines how chondroitin inhibits destructive enzymes, supports cartilage hydration, protects the bladder lining, contributes to corneal health, and may modulate the gut microbiome. We also explore why Bonza chose GreenDroitin®, a plant-derived chondroitin from Tremella fuciformis with superior intestinal absorption, over conventional animal-sourced alternatives.
MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) is a naturally occurring organosulphur compound that provides bioavailable sulphur — the third most abundant mineral in the mammalian body and an essential building block for cartilage, collagen, and the antioxidant glutathione. Research demonstrates that MSM inhibits NF-κB inflammatory signalling, protects cartilage from degeneration in osteoarthritis models, and supports intestinal barrier integrity through upregulation of tight junction proteins. Bonza includes MSM across three products to support the gut-joint axis as part of a comprehensive, multi-pathway approach to canine joint health.
Glucosamine HCl is an amino sugar that provides the essential building block for cartilage repair in dogs with osteoarthritis. This evidence-based guide covers how glucosamine works, its connection to the gut-joint axis, dosage guidelines, and why Bonza selects vegan-sourced glucosamine HCl over the sulphate form.
Hyaluronic acid is the principal lubricant in your dog's joints — and its concentration declines significantly as osteoarthritis progresses. This evidence-based guide explores how oral HA supplementation restores synovial fluid quality, reduces inflammatory biomarkers, and why its absorption depends entirely on your dog's gut microbiome. Discover the science behind joint lubrication and how it works alongside glucosamine, chondroitin, and prebiotics in a multi-mechanism approach to canine joint health.
