Bounce

Supplements are daily soft-chew supplements for dogs. Every Bite is built on a gut-health foundation of named biotics, then layered with targeted bioactives that work along a specific gut-organ axis to support a particular concern, from digestion and skin to calm, joints and senior vitality.

Bounce is the joint and mobility chew in the Supplements range. It is formulated for dogs who are slowing down on walks, stiff after rest or hesitant at the stairs, and for active, working and large-breed dogs whose joints work hard every day. It combines cartilage building blocks, connective tissue nutrients and botanicals with a varied prebiotic foundation to support joint comfort, flexibility and healthy mobility.

Bounce works in three ways. It balances the gut with Biolex® MB40, Fibrofos™ 60, pectin and whole-food fibres, because a balanced microbiome helps regulate inflammation along the gut-joint axis. It supplies the building blocks of cartilage, joint fluid and connective tissue: glucosamine HCl, GreenDroitin™ chondroitin, hyaluronic acid, MSM, KynoSil® silicium, ASU and manganese. And it supports a healthy inflammatory response and protects joint tissues with boswellia, turmeric, ginger, yucca, green tea, rosehip and algae-sourced DHA.

The gut-joint axis is the link between the gut microbiome and joint health. An unbalanced microbiome can raise the low-grade inflammatory signals that circulate around the body and reach the joints, while a balanced one supports a healthy inflammatory response. That is why Bounce builds its joint actives on a varied prebiotic foundation. Read more about the gut-joint axis.

KynoSil® is a patented complex that combines bioavailable silicium, made with mesoporous silica technology, with glucosamine and MSM. Silicon is involved in forming collagen, the protein framework of cartilage, bone, ligaments and tendons. In Bounce it works alongside GreenDroitin™ chondroitin and hyaluronic acid to support connective tissue strength.

GreenDroitin™ is a chondroitin sulphate extracted from the Tremella fuciformis (snow) fungus, and the glucosamine HCl in Bounce is produced by fungal fermentation. Both are non-animal, so Bounce contains no animal cartilage or shellfish-derived ingredients.

Bounce is a food supplement, not a veterinary medicine, and it is not a treatment for any joint condition. Many owners of dogs with a diagnosed joint condition give Bounce daily to support joint comfort and mobility alongside the plan their vet has put in place. Talk to your vet before starting, particularly if your dog takes medication, and never stop or change a prescribed treatment without their advice.

Yes. Bounce is formulated for dogs from 12 weeks and older, and the daily amount adjusts by body weight, so large and giant breeds receive a proportionally larger amount. Active and working dogs benefit from support for joints under load, adult dogs from everyday joint maintenance, and senior dogs from the full formula. For growing large-breed puppies, check with your vet first, as their joint development has specific needs.

Choose by the concern that matters most: Belly for digestion, Biotics for microbiome balance, Block for skin and coat, Bliss for calm, Bounce for joints and mobility, Banish for flea-season skin and coat support, and Boost for the senior years. If joints and mobility are your main concern, Bounce is the place to start. You can compare all seven Bites on our Supplements page.

Bounce is made without meat, wheat or corn, and contains no chicken or beef, the proteins most often behind food sensitivities in dogs. It does contain avocado soybean unsaponifiables (ASU), which come from soybean oil, so if your dog has a soy allergy, speak to your vet before starting. For any diagnosed allergy, check the full ingredient list above first.

Plant-based by consequence, not by trend. The most common food sensitivities in dogs are animal proteins like chicken and beef, so a plant-based formula sidesteps them, which is what makes Bounce gentle on sensitive dogs. It suits vegan households too, but the reason we make it this way is health, not ideology.

For pregnant or nursing dogs, check with your vet before starting. Their nutritional needs change during this time, and your vet can advise on what is right for them.

Yes. Supplements are food supplements made from food-grade ingredients at gentle, effective levels, formulated by our nutritionist and approved by our veterinary advisory board. They are supplements, not medicines, and are designed to complement a balanced diet rather than replace veterinary care. They are made for daily, long-term use, with no need to cycle on and off. If your dog has a health condition or takes medication, check with your vet before starting.

Bounce is well tolerated by most dogs. A few have a minor digestive adjustment in the first few days as the microbiome adapts to the prebiotic fibres, which usually passes within a week. If your dog takes medication, particularly anti-inflammatory medication, check with your vet before starting, as turmeric and boswellia have their own effect on the inflammatory response.

Bounce was formulated by Bonza's founder, Glendon Lloyd, who holds Diplomas in Canine Nutrition and Dog Nutrigenomics, both with Distinction, and it is approved by our Veterinary Advisory Board. Every ingredient is selected on published research and included at a meaningful level.

Yes. Every active is chosen for a reason and included at a meaningful level, not a token pinch. Bounce is nutritionist formulated and vet approved, and you can see each ingredient, its inclusion level and the published research behind it in the full formula above.

Cold extrusion is a low-temperature way of shaping the chews. Every Bite is formed at just 38°C, close to a dog's body temperature, rather than the high heat of conventional cooking and standard extrusion. That matters because heat degrades many of the actives we use, from prebiotic fibres and delicate oils to vitamins and plant compounds. Keeping the process gentle helps preserve them, so the levels shown in the formula are protected through manufacture.

Many owners notice easier rising and less hesitation at the stairs within two to four weeks. The fuller benefits of cartilage and connective tissue support build over six to twelve weeks of consistent daily use. Joint support is cumulative, so giving Bounce consistently each day matters more than giving more.

Bounce is a food supplement rather than a medicine, and it generally sits comfortably alongside a balanced diet and other supplements. If your dog takes medication, including anti-inflammatory or pain medication, or is on a veterinary diet, check with your vet first, as they can advise on timing and suitability.

Give Bounce daily by your dog's weight: one Bite up to 10kg, two Bites for 10 to 20kg, three Bites for 20 to 30kg, and four Bites over 30kg. Give as a treat, broken over food or with a meal, and keep to the same time each day. Many owners give Bounce in the morning, when stiffness is often most noticeable.

Bounce is made from food-grade ingredients at gentle levels, so an extra Bite now and then is not a cause for alarm. Stick to the daily amount for your dog's weight for the best results. If your dog ever gets into a whole pack, a large one-off amount may cause temporary loose stools, so keep an eye on them and contact your vet if you have any concerns.

Yes. Many owners pair Bounce with Biotics as the Mobility Routine: Biotics adds a live probiotic and postbiotics to complete the gut foundation beneath Bounce. When combining more than one, introduce them gradually and follow the feeding guide on each pack by your dog's weight.

Yes. Supplements are a daily soft chew given as a treat or with food, so they fit alongside whatever your dog already eats, including our Superfoods & Ancient Grains. If you are introducing more than one Bite, add them gradually.

Most dogs take to the soft chews readily, but if yours does not, that is exactly what our Health & Happiness Guarantee is for. Get in touch and we will make it right.

Your dog's health and happiness is our number one priority. If your dog doesn't take to their Bites, or you're not completely happy for any reason, you get your money back, no quibbles, with no need to return anything: simply donate any unwanted Bites to a friend or a nearby animal shelter. You can read the full terms on our Health & Happiness Guarantee page.

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Keep the pouch in a cool, dry place and reseal it after each use to keep the chews fresh.