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A Guide to Green Lipped Mussels for dogs

March 23, 2026 4 min read

Written by El Berwick

Take a look at any good joint product, and one ingredient should stand out – Green Lipped Mussel. This superstar ingredient is packed with goodness, and that’s great news for your dog.

Let’s find out why...

What is the Green Lipped Mussel?

Green Lipped Mussel is a distinctive shellfish that gets its name from the bright green stripe along the edge of its shell.

It isn’t just a delicious superfood, it also has amazing health benefits, which is why you’ll often find it in many joint supplements for dogs.

Full of amino acids, Omega-3s, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, Green Lipped Mussel (or GLM) for dogs is a powerhouse ingredient that helps keep your dog happy, active and full of life.

Is all Green Lipped Mussel the same?

In a word – no!

Where Green Lipped Mussel is grown, and how it’s processed, can have a huge impact on its effectiveness. That’s why we’re so fussy about our own GLM!

Our scientists carefully sourced a high-spec GLM with a unique Omega-3 fatty acid profile. It’s harvested from specific locations at exact times of the year and carefully processed to lock in its precious nutrients.

While most drying processes damage GLM powder, causing it to lose quality over time, we use a rapid method that takes just 30 seconds!

It can be hard to tell if a product's GLM is top quality, so we’ve given ours a name to help you – ActivEase®️. When you see the logo, you know you’re getting the good stuff!

Benefits of Green Lipped Mussel for dogs

There are lots of benefits of Green Lipped Mussel for dogs, let’s take a look:

Omega-3 fatty acids found in GLM are known for their anti-inflammatory and joint-soothing properties
GLM contains naturally occurring Chondroitin to help support cartilage – helping keep your dog’s joints healthy.
With joint soothing Omega-3s, our high quality Green Lipped Mussel helps maintain your dog's ability to run jump and play

Are there side effects of Green Lipped Mussel for dogs?

When introducing any new supplement to your pet's diet, it's important to consider possible side effects. Generally, GLM is considered safe for dogs. It is a natural food source, and most dogs have no problems with it.

However, if your dog has a known shellfish allergy, it’s best to avoid it. If you’re unsure, a quick chat with your vet can help ease your mind.

What’s the best Green Lipped Mussel for dogs?

It’s hard not to be biased here, because the standards we set for our own ActivEase® GLM are very high! Take a look at our joint supplements with Green Lipped Mussel.

The best advice we can give you when considering a GLM-based product for your dog is to do your research. Make sure you’re happy with where it’s from and how it’s been processed.

Where is Green Lipped Mussel sourced?

All Green Lipped Mussel comes from New Zealand, but even so, not all GLM is equal.

Our premium ActivEase® GLM is exclusive to YuMOVE and is sustainably sourced from the crystal-clear waters of Marlborough Sounds.

And don’t fall into the trap of thinking more GLM is better because quality beats quantity every time.

Benefits of Green Lipped Mussel for humans

People often tell us they wish we made a joint supplement for humans, too. Good news – we do!

We know you need to keep up with your furry friend, so we use the same high-quality ActivEase® Green Lipped Mussel for humans in our iMOVE for adults.

Which YuMOVE products contain Green Lipped Mussel?

You can find Green Lipped Mussel in the following YuMOVE products:

YuMOVE Joint Support for Young Dogs Designed to support growing joints and active puppies.
YuMOVE Daily Bites for Young Dogs Same great formula in a tasty bite.
YuMOVE Joint Support for Adult Dogs Our original triple-action formula.
YuMOVE Daily Bites for Adult Dogs Same great formula in tasty treat-like bites.
YuMOVE Joint Support One-a-day for Dogs Same great formula in a daily bite.
YuMOVE Joint Support PLUS High-strength support for dogs who may need extra support.
YuMOVE Joint Support PLUS One-a-day Same great formula in a daily bite.
YuMOVE Joint Support PLUS Max Strength 50% stronger* than regular PLUS.
YuMOVE Joint Support PLUS Max Strength Bites Same great formula in a tasty bite.
YuMOVE Joint Support for All Cats Our popular, original formula for cats.
YuMOVE Joint Support PLUS for Cats High-strength support for older cats.
YuMOVE Joint Support PLUS Bites for Cats An easy-to-feed treat-like bite.
YuMOVE Joint Support for Horses Triple-action formula to support joints.
YuMOVE Joint Support PLUS for Horses High strength for extra joint support.
iMOVE Joint Support Yes! We have a human version too.

Where do we source the Green Lipped Mussel from?

We only use the best ingredients. That’s why we only purchase Green Lipped Mussels from the best farmers in New Zealand, harvested in peak condition and extracted in unique vacuum extraction to make sure they contain four times as much active Omega-3. They are also manufactured and tested to our highest standards.

Check out our guide to joint supplements or read our ingredients Q&A to find out more.
If you’ve got any questions about the Green Lipped Mussel used in YuMOVE, or any of the ingredients in the YuMOVE formula, you can contact our expert Customer Care Team.

* About our claims

El Berwick

El is a copywriter and editor with over 20 years’ experience, specialising in health and pet wellbeing. She works with YuMOVE to turn complex ideas into straightforward advice – with regular input from her Spaniel, Maggie, who’s more interested in proven food than proven science.