Franklin is a 10-year-old rescue dog who’s been dealing with hip issues since he was a puppy.
But today, he’s still climbing retaining walls, chasing squirrels, and taking daily walks with his dad.
His mom, who works at a veterinary clinic, found a joint supplement that’s kept him active and comfortable throughout his senior years.
A Puppy with Big Problems
Franklin came from the Animal Shelter when he was young. But his new mom noticed he was limping at just 8 months old.
“He was limping,” she told us. “And he was only 8 months old at the time. I was like, there’s something going on.”
Working at a veterinary clinic gave her access to an orthopedic surgeon who examined Franklin. The diagnosis was concerning: “He’s got some bad hip issues.”
For such a young dog, this meant planning for a lifetime of joint management.
Finding the Right Support
When it came time to choose joint supplements, Franklin’s mom did her research.
"I wanted something that was different than the Cosequin that had a little bit more some additional ingredients," she said.
Someone at her clinic suggested she check out WINPRO. With her veterinary background, she could easily compare ingredients across different products.
What caught her attention was the plasma component.
"That was one of the main factors was the plasma aspect of things."
Franklin took to the supplements immediately. "No problem getting him to take it every day."
The Real Test
During the pandemic, Franklin's joint support was put to a major test when his family moved from flat Ohio to hilly Georgia.
"Our backyard has quite a steep grade and lots of retaining walls," she explained.
She was worried about how Franklin would handle the dramatic terrain change.
But he adapted beautifully. "He just really adapted well. I don't see that anything slowed him down. He still chases everything he can."
Life as a Senior Dog
Today, Franklin lives an incredibly active life for a 10-year-old dog with hip issues.
He races down stairs to chase squirrels with the other dogs. His daily walks with dad are still their special routine.
And his enthusiasm for his supplements is obvious to anyone who visits.
"I keep the WINPRO in a glass jar with a pop lid. And the minute he hears that drawer open and that jar come out, he is flying down the stairs."
Why This Approach Works
Franklin's mom has a clear philosophy about her dog's quality of life.
"My firm belief is that the inability to walk is what will make us discuss his quality of life," she said. "So if I can do something that prolongs that, that is more to our benefit to keep him around."
The plasma-based approach made sense to her. Unlike traditional joint supplements, plasma has decades of proven use in medical settings.
For Franklin, it's meant staying active and comfortable well into his senior years.
What She Tells Other Pet Parents
"It's not the cheapest product out there by far," she admits. "But if you are interested in putting your money into a product that is a quality product that will then really give you the benefit for your dog, it's a wise decision and yes, I would definitely recommend it."
Franklin's story shows what's possible when you find the right joint support for a dog with early hip problems.
From a limping puppy to an active 10-year-old who still chases squirrels and climbs retaining walls like a goat.
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