Keeping active and ageing pets moving comfortably — led by marine omega-3s and weight control, the two areas with the strongest evidence.
EPA and DHA from fish, krill or algal oil at evidence-based levels, protected from oxidation.
Lean body condition reduces load on joints — built into every mobility product.
Glucosamine, chondroitin, green-lipped mussel and collagen, with honest evidence ratings.
Formats and doses for working dogs, large breeds and senior pets.
“Supports joint health and mobility” — not medical claims about arthritis or pain.
Peer-reviewed studies in dogs and cats — including where evidence is limited — and how each one shapes our formulation.
In a randomised, double-blind trial, dogs with osteoarthritis fed a 3.5% fish-oil omega-3 food improved peak vertical force by 5.6% vs 0.4% for controls; 82% vs 38% improved.
EPA and DHA levels are set from trial doses and verified in the finished product.
A systematic review rated omega-3-enriched diets as having the highest strength of evidence in dogs; results for green-lipped mussel were positive but inconsistent.
We rank actives by evidence strength and tell you where it is weaker.
Species, life stage, format and the benefit you want — checked against the published evidence.
Active levels and draft claims agreed per market before formulation.
Recipe built to nutrient profiles, with actives at evidence-based levels.
Actives measured in the finished product and through shelf life.
Palatability and, where claims need it, efficacy studies with partner panels.
Label, claim substantiation file and technology transfer.
Sets nutrient and active targets against AAFCO and FEDIAF profiles.
Reviews clinical relevance, safety and claim boundaries.
Makes actives survive processing and keeps the product palatable.
Designs studies and reviews the published evidence.
Stay ahead with regulation updates, the latest research, ingredient spotlights, recalls and market trends for functional nutrition — written by our formulation, testing and regulatory teams.
Every project at Guires Pet Nutrition Lab runs inside an ISO 9001:2015 certified quality system and FSSAI-licensed operations, with documented methods, calibrated instruments, traceable raw materials and reviewed reports — so the results behind your product can be checked and defended.
Tell us the pet, the format and the markets — we will come back with an evidence-based development plan.
Every Guires PNL product is formulated to comply with the FEDIAF Nutritional Guidelines and the AAFCO Dog and Cat Food Nutrient Profiles. Neither body issues certificates to manufacturers, so compliance is verified independently against their published standards — and every product comes with a complete documentation package for regulatory submissions in the EU, US, Australia and Asian markets.
How we verify compliance →