FREEZE DRIED Green Lipped Mussels - 3.0 oz

The green-lipped mussel ( Perna canaliculus ) is native to the New Zealand coast. It has a bright green stripe around its shell and a distinctive green lip on the inside of the shell.  Lipped Mussels offers a balance of nutrients as well as beneficial bacteria and enzymes.  Green lipped mussels are rich in glycosaminoglycans (or GAGs). An important GAG found in green lipped mussels is chondroitin sulfate. This is an important supplement for dogs with arthritis pain. Freeze-drying is a process that removes moisture from the ingredient without the use of heat as in dehydration. Freeze dried food retain up to 98% of their nutrients because the water in the food is sublimated out (ice to water vapor) at temperatures below the freezing point of water. The freeze dryer removes the water not the nutritional value and also maintains the shape and the appearance of the food. Other preservation methods destroy essential vitamins and minerals found in natural foods and dramatically changes the appearance of the food. All Natural, single ingredient pet treats, HAND MADE in my Home Kitchen with nothing added but “LOVE”. Protein-rich and species’ appropriate. NO ADDITIVES, PRESERVATIVES, COLORING OR SEASONING are used. Keep in a cool place like a pantry.