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The NGD Care Old Age Support Program helps<\/strong> older dogs and cats with fatigue, joint pain, cognitive decline and reduced vitality. Can also be used preventively: do you want your animal to remain vital, comfortable and lively for as long as possible? Then you preferably start before the first symptoms. Aging is not an inevitable decay but a process that you can support. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Why a healthy aging program?<\/h2>\n

Biologically speaking, aging is not a disease but a progressive decline in cellular repair capacity, mitochondrial efficiency, and immune regulation. The hallmarks of aging in dogs and cats are identical to those in humans: mitochondrial dysfunction, loss of proteostasis, chronic low-grade inflammation (inflammaging<\/a>), telomere shortening and accumulation of senescent cells<\/a>. <\/p>\n

Each of these processes can be supported through specific supplements that mechanistically intervene on those processes. This makes the NGD Care Age-Related Age Support Trajectory fundamentally different from giving a multivitamin: it focuses on the deepest causes of the aging process, not on its symptoms. <\/p>\n

In dogs, cellular aging begins around the age of three to four years for large breeds, five to six years for medium breeds. Starting early gives more effect than only starting when symptoms are already visible. <\/p>\n

How does the Old Age Support Program work?<\/h2>\n

The process is divided into a base layer that is always used, and additional layers for specific complaints. There is no strict phasing: the basics are fully started immediately. Additional supplements are added based on the specific complaints of the individual animal. <\/p>\n

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Base layer: Cellular energy and protection, always<\/div>\n
Mitochondria support, inflammaging inhibition, senolysis<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Longevity Support<\/strong> restores mitochondrial energy production via NAD+, activates sirtuins via resveratrol and protects nerve cells via ergothioneine. Liposomal Coenzyme Q10 synergistically<\/strong> supports the mitochondrial respiratory chain with Longevity Support. Liposomal Curcumin<\/strong> inhibits inflammation via NF-kB. Histamine Balance<\/strong> clears senescent cells via quercetin. Liposomal Glutathione<\/strong> protects cells and liver from oxidative aging damage.<\/p>\n

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Base layer, always start<\/div>\n
\u2192<\/span>Longevity Support<\/a>
\n\u2192<\/span>Liposomal Coenzyme Q10<\/a>
\n\u2192<\/span>Liposomal Curcumin<\/a>
\n\u2192<\/span>Histamine Balance<\/a>
\n\u2192<\/span>Liposomal Glutathione<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Optional supplement: Joints and mobility<\/div>\n
For joint complaints: building cartilage, modulating pain, supporting movement<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

In older animals with joint complaints, Mobility Support<\/strong> for cartilage building, PEA Complex<\/strong> for pain modulation and O-Mega Blend<\/strong> for COX inhibition are added. This is in fact the complete Joint Support Trajectory in addition to the base layer. <\/p>\n

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Add for joint complaints<\/div>\n
\u2192<\/span>Mobility Support<\/a>
\n\u2192<\/span>PEA Complex<\/a>
\n\u2192<\/span>O-Mega Blend<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Optional supplement: Cognition and nervous system<\/div>\n
In cognitive decline: stimulating NGF, supporting nerve cell health, immune modulation<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

In older dogs with signs of cognitive decline (CDS<\/a>), Myco Adaptogen Complex<\/strong> for NGF stimulation via Lion’s Mane and Myco Immune Complex<\/strong> for immune modulation will be added. Adaptogen Complex<\/strong> supports the stress response that is often disrupted in CDS.<\/p>\n

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Add in case of cognitive decline<\/div>\n
\u2192<\/span>Myco Adaptogen Complex<\/a>
\n\u2192<\/span>Myco Immune Complex<\/a>
\n\u2192<\/span>Adaptogen Complex<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

When do you see results?<\/h2>\n

Aging processes do not fully return, but their pace can be slowed down and the effects mitigated. From a systems biology point of view, starting early is the most effective: preventive use in middle age gives more results than curative use in advanced age-related complaints. <\/p>\n

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Week 2-4<\/div>\n

First signs: more energy and alertness. Less tired quickly. Slightly better pain level with joint complaints. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Month 1-2<\/div>\n

Noticeably better vitality. Move more smoothly. In the case of cognitive complaints, better orientation and less confusion. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Month 2-3<\/div>\n

Significant improvement in quality of life. More sense of play. Better resistance. Blood values improve. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Month 3+<\/div>\n

Daily maintenance structurally slows down aging. This is a long-term journey that works best when consistently maintained. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Don’t see any difference after eight weeks? Schedule an intake with Stefan Veenstra via NatuurlijkGezondeDieren.nl<\/strong> for a personalized program based on age, breed and complaints. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/h2>\n
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From what age can I start this program?<\/h3>\n

Cellular aging begins as early as three to four years in large breeds and five to six years in medium breeds. Starting preventively in middle age, before the first symptoms, is more effective than only starting when the aging is already visible. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Should I use all the supplemental supplements, or just the base layer?<\/h3>\n

The base layer is always fully started. The supplements for joints and for cognition are optional and should only be added if your animal actually shows joint complaints or signs of cognitive decline. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Is this program also suitable as prevention, without complaints?<\/h3>\n

Yes, that’s even the most effective use. The base layer focuses on the underlying aging processes (mitochondria, inflammaging, senolysis) and not on symptoms, which means that preventive starting in middle age is more beneficial than curative starting in advanced complaints. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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What is CDS (cognitive dysfunction syndrome) and how do I recognize it in my dog or cat?<\/h3>\n

CDS is the animal variant of cognitive decline, with signals such as disorientation, altered sleep rhythm, less interaction with the family and occasional garbage accidents. In these signals, Myco Adaptogen Complex, Myco Immune Complex and Adaptogen Complex are a targeted addition to the base layer. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Why the NGD Care Old-Age Support Program?<\/h2>\n
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Characteristic<\/th>\nNGD Care Old Age Support Trajectory<\/th>\nStandard approach<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Approach<\/td>\nHallmarks of aging: mitochondria, inflammaging, senolysis at the same time<\/td>\nSymptom treatment: pain, joints or cognition separately<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Senolysis<\/td>\n\u2705 Yes, quercetin cleans up<\/td>\n

senescent cells<\/p>\n

\u274c Not present in standard supplements<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mitochondria<\/td>\n\u2705 NAD+, CoQ10 and ergothioneine: three synergistic pathways<\/td>\nRarely targets mitochondria<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Scientifically substantiated<\/td>\n\u2705 Yes, NAD+ RCT senior dogs 2024, longevity literature<\/td>\nVariable<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Can be used preventively<\/td>\n\u2705 Yes, starting in middle age, before symptoms appear<\/td>\nOnly when symptoms appear<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Developed by veterinarian<\/td>\n\u2705 Stefan Veenstra DVM<\/td>\nRarely<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Personal guidance<\/td>\n\u2705 Intake possible via Naturally Healthy Animals<\/td>\n\u274c Not available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n
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Is this program suitable for my animal?<\/p>\n

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\u2713<\/span>Senior dogs (large breeds from 5 years old, small breeds from 8 years old)<\/div>\n
\u2713<\/span>Fatigue and reduced vitality<\/div>\n
\u2713<\/span>Joint pain and osteoarthritis in old age<\/div>\n
\u2713<\/span>Cognitive decline (CDS)<\/div>\n
\u2713<\/span>Preventive in middle age<\/div>\n
\u2713<\/span>Recovery after illness or hospitalization<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Want to read the full scientific background?<\/p>\n

Stefan Veenstra DVM explains how the hallmarks of aging work in dogs and cats and how you can support each of them.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Read the blog<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Supplements in this process<\/p>\n

Base layer<\/div>\n
\u2192<\/span>Longevity Support<\/a>
\n\u2192<\/span>Liposomal Coenzyme Q10<\/a>
\n\u2192<\/span>Liposomal Curcumin<\/a>
\n\u2192<\/span>Histamine Balance<\/a>
\n\u2192<\/span>Liposomal Glutathione<\/a><\/div>\n
Optional, for joint complaints<\/div>\n
\u2192<\/span>Mobility Support<\/a>
\n\u2192<\/span>PEA Complex<\/a>
\n\u2192<\/span>O-Mega Blend<\/a><\/div>\n
Optional, in case of cognitive decline<\/div>\n
\u2192<\/span>Myco Adaptogen Complex<\/a>
\n\u2192<\/span>Myco Immune Complex<\/a>
\n\u2192<\/span>Adaptogen Complex<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Developed and clinically substantiated by Stefan Veenstra DVM<\/strong><\/a>, integrative veterinarian of Natural Healthy Animals<\/a> and founder of NGD Care. NatuurlijkGezondeDieren.nl \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

This program is educational in nature and does not replace a veterinary consultation. In case of severe or acute complaints, always consult a veterinarian. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n