Tocopherol
Vitamin E
Supports antioxidant defence in dogs
Vitamin E is included as part of Essential's antioxidant defence active ingredients, Move's antioxidant protection active ingredients, and Prebiotic's skin barrier nutrients active ingredients.
In Essential, vitamin E is a fat-soluble antioxidant that helps protect cell membranes from oxidative damage. It contributes to maintaining cellular integrity and supports the body’s natural antioxidant systems.
In Move, vitamin E is a fat-soluble antioxidant that helps protect cell membranes from oxidative stress. Because active joints and connective tissues are exposed to mechanical load and normal oxidative processes, vitamin E contributes to the formula’s antioxidant layer, helping maintain cellular integrity as part of long-term mobility support.
In Prebiotic, vitamin E is a fat-soluble antioxidant that helps protect cell membranes from oxidative stress. Skin is a high-turnover barrier tissue exposed to environmental and inflammatory stressors, making antioxidant support especially relevant. In dogs, altered vitamin E status has been observed in canine atopic dermatitis, supporting its role as a key nutrient for skin and antioxidant balance.
Research notes
References for further reading
- Jewell, D.E., Toll, P.W., Wedekind, K.J. and Zicker, S.C. (2000) ‘Effect of increasing dietary antioxidants on concentrations of vitamin E and total alkenals in serum of dogs and cats’, Veterinary Therapeutics, 1(4), pp. 264–272
- Plevnik Kapun, A., Salobir, J., Levart, A., Tavčar Kalcher, G., Nemec Svete, A. and Kotnik, T. (2013) ‘Plasma and skin vitamin E concentrations in canine atopic dermatitis’, Veterinary Quarterly, 33(1), pp. 2–6
- Bradley, C.W., Morris, D.O., Rankin, S.C., Cain, C.L., Misic, A.M., Houser, T., Mauldin, E.A. and Grice, E.A. (2016) ‘Longitudinal evaluation of the skin microbiome and association with microenvironment and treatment in canine atopic dermatitis’, Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 136(6), pp. 1182–1190
Ginger
Supports joint comfort and normal inflammatory balance
Digestive comfort
Fennel seeds
Fennel seeds are safe for dogs in small amounts, and they're traditionally used to ease gas and bloating
Antioxidant defence
Copper
Supports normal enzymatic activity and connective tissue formation in dogs
Hip & Joint support
Chondroitin
Supports cartilage resilience and joint cushioning
Skin barrier nutrientsNiacinamide
Vitamin B3 (niacinamide) supports your dog's skin barrier, coat condition, and cellular energy metabolism
Gut microbiome feedPsyllium husk
Supports stool consistency and healthy bowel rhythm in dogs
Gut microbiome feed
Pumpkin
Supports stool quality and everyday digestive balance
Gut–immune baseline
Inulin
Inulin is safe for dogs at the amount used in Essential, and it supports a healthy gut microbiome and digestive function
Antioxidant defenceManganese
Supports normal metabolism and skeletal development in dogs
Inflammation support
Boswellia serrata
Boswellia serrata is safe for dogs at the studied amount, and it supports joint comfort and a normal inflammatory response
