Q. Why plasma? And what does “plasma-powered” mean?
A. The core ingredient in WINPRO® products is plasma, a natural component of blood that’s responsible for delivering nutrients, hormones, and proteins (including antibodies) to the parts of the body that need it most.
Plasma has been used for decades to help people suffering from burns, shock, trauma, and other medical conditions, and through our formula, it’s now available in a convenient soft chew for dogs suffering from allergies, stiff joints, gut issues, and more.
When we say “plasma powered” we are referring to our unique formulas that are primarily made with porcine blood plasma and other natural ingredients that provide anti-inflammatory and other health benefits.
Q. How is WINPRO® different from other pet health products?
A. Unlike traditional pet supplements which pass through the gut (and are typically designed to provide some type of nutritional benefit), our formulas are health supplements which work on a biological level, traveling through the circulatory system to deliver targeted support to the areas of the body that need it most.
Q. Where does the blood come from? And is it safe?
A. Our unique plasma formula is made with porcine (pig) blood that is hygienically collected from USDA-inspected pork processing facilities located throughout the American Midwest.
Once the blood is collected, it goes through a strict purification process before being concentrated and spray-dried at high temperatures to create the plasma powder we use in our products.
The entire process includes multiple safety stages ensuring our products are free from harmful bacteria, salmonella, coliform and E. coli, and meet the strict standards set by the USDA & FDA.
Q. Are WINPRO® products safe? Are there any harmful side effects?
A. WINPRO® products are made with only natural ingredients (including plasma, which is a naturally occurring substance in your dog’s blood) because safety is our top priority at WINPRO. While all of the ingredients in our products are carefully chosen to provide optimal support for dogs and cats, we do know that some animals can have sensitivities to certain ingredients, so we recommend checking our ingredient lists if you know your dog has any allergies.
Q. Are WINPRO® products FDA-approved? Vet-approved? USDA-approved?
A. All WINPRO® products are approved by the National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) which operates under the auspices of the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA). We are also promoted by many vets but we encourage you to consult with your vet if you have any concerns.
Q. What happens if / when my dog stops taking WINPRO®? Will its health suffer? Will its immune system become compromised?
A. If your dog or cat stops taking WINPRO, they will no longer see the benefits of the products. There is a carry over of approximately a few days, but we recommend continuing to give WINPRO to your dog or cat if you want to continue seeing the support our products provide.
Q. Can I give my dog more than one type of WINPRO® product (i.e. can I use all 4 together)?
A. Yes, WINPRO® products are all made with natural ingredients and safe to use in conjunction with each other, other supplements, and most medications. If you have any concerns, we recommend consulting with your vet.
Q. My dog ate over half a bag of WINPRO® soft chews. Can they get sick from eating too many?
A. It’s unlikely your dog will get sick if they accidentally eat too much WINPRO, but we recommend notifying your veterinarian and monitoring your dog for a few days just to be safe!
Q. Do WINPRO® products contain soy?
A. No, there are no soy ingredients in our products.
Q. How many chews do I feed my dog?
A. For our soft chew dog products (Allergy, Gut Health, Hip & Joint, Calming, & Recovery), we recommend 1 chew daily for dogs under 20 lbs, 2 chews daily for dogs 20-60 lbs, and 3 chews daily for dogs over 60 lbs.
Q. Why do you recommend feeding WINPRO® in the morning?
A. Using WINPRO® in the morning allows the blood plasma formula to work throughout the day when your dog is most active and needs it most.
Q. How long are the chews good for once the canister is opened?
A. One canister will be fresh for several months after opening as long as the chews are consumed before the expiration date (found on the bottom of the canister). When not in use, we recommend keeping the package closed and sealed as the soft chews can dry out and get hard if left exposed to air for prolonged periods of time.
Q. How much do WINPRO® products generally cost?
A. The retail price of our products works out to about a dollar a day or less.