Keep Them Moving: Why Winter Walks Matter for Your Dog’s Joint Health

Keep Them Moving: Why Winter Walks Matter for Your Dog’s Joint Health

By Jasmine Yiamkiati

As the temperature drops, so can your dog’s activity levels—and while extra couch time might seem harmless, reduced movement in winter can have long-term consequences for joint health.

Just like humans, dogs can feel the cold in their joints. And if they’re already showing early signs of stiffness or discomfort, colder months can make mobility even more difficult.

Movement matters—even more in winter
Daily movement is essential for keeping joints healthy. It helps to:

Maintain flexibility and range of motion
Support muscle strength around joints
Keep the body warm and circulation flowing
Provide mental stimulation and reduce boredom

When movement slows down, so does joint support. That’s when subtle signs of joint discomfort can creep in—less enthusiasm for walks, difficulty jumping, or simply seeming “slower than usual.”

It’s not just older dogs


While many assume joint issues only affect senior pets, the reality is that dogs of any age can be affected by joint degeneration. Genetics, lifestyle, weight, and past injuries all play a role.

In fact, recent research has shown that up to 40% of dogs under four years old already have signs of joint disease on X-rays.

That’s why winter isn’t the time to wind down—it’s the time to shine a light on your dog’s joint health.

How Antinol® supports your dog from the inside out


Whether your dog is slowing down or still zooming through life, joint health should be supported proactively—not just reactively.

That’s where Antinol® comes in.

Helps maintain joint comfort and mobility
Supports healthy inflammation levels
Safe for long-term, daily use—even alongside other treatments
Backed by 15+ independent studies
Works from the inside out to keep dogs moving confidently, even in the cold

Keep the walkies going


Even short daily walks can make a difference in your dog’s joint health. Rug up, embrace the cooler air, and keep moving—your dog’s body will thank you for it.

And to help you stay visible on early morning or evening strolls, we’re gifting a FREE Antinol® glow-in-the-dark collar with every Antinol® purchase this June.

It’s just one more way we’re helping you shine a light on joint health this winter—inside and out.

Let’s keep happiness in motion this winter.

New to Antinol® Plus? Get started here with our Starter Packs and make movement part of your everyday life.

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