Why Collagen Isn’t Just for You – It’s for Your Dog Too

At So Body Co, we’ve spent years helping people feel their best from the inside out through the power of collagen. Many of our customers tell us how their skin feels more supple, their joints feel supported, and their confidence has returned as they’ve made collagen part of their daily routine.

But recently, a growing number of pet parents have been asking us a new question:
“If collagen is so beneficial for me, could it help my dog too?”

It’s a wonderful question — and one that led us to look more closely at what collagen means for our canine companions. The short answer? Yes, dogs benefit from collagen just as humans do. But, as we soon discovered, they need it in a form designed specifically for them.

What Is Collagen and Why Does It Matter for Dogs?

Collagen is the body’s most abundant protein. You can think of it as the scaffolding that helps hold everything together. It supports skin elasticity, cushions joints, and keeps tendons, cartilage, and connective tissue strong and flexible.

Just like us, dogs naturally produce collagen — but production slows with age. Over time, this can lead to visible changes in mobility and comfort. Many owners notice their dogs becoming slower on walks or taking longer to get up after resting.

While these changes are part of the natural ageing process, they often reflect a gradual decline in the structural proteins that help maintain healthy movement. This is why many dog owners are now turning to nutritional collagen to support mobility, soothe stiffness, and maintain healthy joints — helping their companions stay active, comfortable, and playful for longer.

Diagram showing collagen types I II III V X in dog joints, highlighting how Pawable Collagen supports cartilage, bone and tendon health

How Dogs Use Collagen Every Day

Every movement your dog makes — from chasing a ball to stretching in the morning — relies on collagen. It’s a crucial component of:

Cartilage – providing cushioning between bones and joints.
Tendons and ligaments – giving structure and strength.
Muscles – aiding flexibility and resilience.
Skin and coat – supporting hydration and a shiny, healthy appearance.

As dogs grow older, their ability to regenerate collagen decreases. That’s why adding collagen to their diet can make such a difference. It provides the nutritional building blocks their bodies can use to help maintain strong, healthy connective tissues.

Why Human Collagen Isn’t Enough for Dogs

When we first explored this topic at So Body Co, we wondered whether our own human collagen products could simply be shared with pets. But after consulting experts and studying canine nutrition, we discovered that dogs’ collagen needs are different from ours.

Dogs metabolise nutrients differently, require specific collagen types for their joint structures, and need formulations that are both palatable and digestible for them.

That’s why our team collaborated with veterinary and nutritional specialists to create Pawable — a collagen product made specifically for dogs.

Golden retriever enjoying meal with owner, promoting healthy joints and shiny coat with Pawable Collagen supplement

Meet Pawable – Collagen Designed Especially for Dogs

Pawable was born from the same passion that drives So Body Co: helping every member of the family feel their best, naturally.

What makes Pawable truly special is its dual-action multi-collagen formula, created specifically with dogs’ joints in mind. It combines five hydrolysed collagen types (I, II, III, V & X) with undenatured type II collagen (UC-II).

This unique combination means Pawable provides both:

Nutritional building blocks to support your dog’s natural collagen production.
Specialised support through UC-II, which interacts with the body’s own immune system to help maintain cartilage health and flexibility.

It’s the only product in the UK that combines these two collagen forms for dogs — giving pet parents a comprehensive way to help maintain their dog’s mobility and comfort.

Easy to Use, Loved by Dogs

Pawable comes as a fine powder with a gentle meaty aroma that most dogs adore. Simply sprinkle it onto their food once a day — no tablets, no fuss.

Customers often share how their dogs look forward to mealtime again. And while every dog is unique, many owners begin noticing positive changes — such as easier movement and renewed enthusiasm for play — within a few weeks.

Pawable is also:

✅ 100% natural and non-medicinal
✅ Suitable alongside other non-collagen joint supplements
✅ Compatible with vet-prescribed medications like Librela and NSAIDs
✅ Backed by a 90-day money-back guarantee

That confidence comes from thousands of happy pet parents who’ve already seen the difference.

Healthy active dogs swimming, playing and relaxing after taking Pawable Collagen for dogs — natural joint, bone and mobility support supplement

What Pet Parents Are Saying

One of the most rewarding parts of creating Pawable has been hearing from our customers. Their stories remind us why we do what we do:

“My 14-year-old spaniel is more playful again.”

“She can manage stairs much more easily now.”

“He’s got his spark back — we’re enjoying longer walks together.”

These moments — those simple, joyful, everyday experiences — are what make the journey worthwhile.

Backed by Science, Trusted by Vets

Just like So Body Co’s human collagen range, Pawable is based on science, not trends. The inclusion of undenatured type II collagen (UC-II) is supported by research into joint health and mobility.

While we can’t make medical claims (Pawable is a nutritional supplement, not a medicine), studies have shown how UC-II interacts with the body’s immune system to support the maintenance of cartilage — a process that complements the hydrolysed collagen building blocks beautifully.

This scientific approach is why many vets now recommend Pawable as part of a daily wellness routine for dogs.

A Shared Philosophy: Wellness for Every Member of the Family

At So Body Co, we’ve always believed in nurturing wellness as a whole — not just for ourselves, but for the ones we love most. Our pets are family. They share our lives, our routines, and our hearts.

Just as we take collagen to help us stay active, strong, and confident, it only makes sense to give our dogs the same kind of natural support.

With collagen for dogs, you’re not just giving your pet another supplement — you’re providing the same care, science, and quality that you already trust for yourself.

A Simple Step Towards More Time Together

There’s something magical about seeing your dog bright-eyed and ready for adventure again. Whether it’s a longer stroll in the park, an excited tail wag at the door, or the happy moment they jump up to greet you — these are the moments that matter.

Supporting your dog’s joints with Pawable’s collagen is a small act of care that helps make those moments possible.

If you’ve already felt the benefits of collagen in your own life, why not extend that same support to your four-legged best friend?

Because when they move freely, play happily, and enjoy every walk — we get to share more time together.

Discover more about Pawable’s unique formula here:
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