nippi Collagen for Cats

Collagen is the most abundant protein in a dog's body, accounting for approximately 30% of total body protein. It serves as the structural framework that supports joints, cartilage, tendons, ligaments, skin, blood vessels, and connective tissues.

As dogs age, their natural collagen production gradually declines. This reduction can affect the body's ability to maintain and repair connective tissues, contributing to common signs of aging such as reduced mobility, stiffness, decreased skin elasticity, and changes in coat condition.

In nature, wild dogs and cats consume collagen-rich parts of their prey, including skin, cartilage, tendons, and bones. Modern pet diets often contain less of these collagen-rich tissues, making supplementation a practical way to help replenish the body's collagen supply.

nippi Collagen for Dogs provides hydrolysed collagen peptides, supplying the amino acids and peptides needed to support the body's ongoing maintenance and renewal of connective tissues throughout life.

Joint Health Starts with Connective Tissue

Joints are supported by a complex network of cartilage, tendons, ligaments, and connective tissues. Collagen is the primary structural protein found throughout these tissues.

By providing hydrolysed collagen peptides, nippi helps supply the amino acids and peptides required to support the body's ongoing maintenance of these structures, making it an ideal daily supplement for active, aging, and mobility-conscious dogs.

🦴 Joint and Mobility Support

Collagen is a key component of cartilage, tendons, and ligaments. Daily supplementation helps provide the building blocks needed to support healthy movement and mobility.

✨ Skin Support

Collagen helps maintain skin structure, elasticity, hydration, and skin barrier health.

✨ Coat Support

Healthy skin provides the foundation for a healthy, thick and glossy coat. Many pet owners choose collagen as part of their dog's skin and coat wellness routine.

🦴 Bones Support

Collagen forms the structural matrix that minerals like calcium build upon, helping support bone strength and integrity.

🧬 Tendons & Ligaments

Helps maintain strong, resilient connective tissues that support movement, stability, and physical activity.

💚 Digestive & Tissue Health

Supports the integrity of the gut lining and tissue repair — beneficial for pets with digestive sensitivities.

For over a century, nippi has specialised in collagen research and manufacturing in Japan, applying its expertise to develop high-quality collagen products for both human and animal wellness.

100% Hydrolysed Collagen Peptides

Contains pure hydrolysed collagen peptides with no fillers, flavourings, preservatives, or unnecessary additives. Unlike many pet supplements that combine multiple ingredients into flavoured chews, nippi focuses on one ingredient.

90%+ Absorption Rate

nippi Inc. uses advanced hydrolysis technology to produce collagen peptides at just 5,000 Daltons — the optimum size delivering 90% or higher absorption rate. Most collagen supplements are far larger and pass through the body largely unused.

Research-Backed Development

Developed by Nippi Research Institute of Biomatrix, in collaboration with Professor Fujiro Sakurai from the Department of Animal Science, Teikyo University of Science.

100+ Years of Expertise

nippi Inc. has been researching collagen since 1907 and founded the world's first independent collagen research facility — the Nippi Research Institute of Biomatrix— in 1938. nippi holds a 54% share of Japan's collagen market.

Certified To

FSSC22000, ISO 9001, Pharmaceutical GMP and FDA Food Facility

Manufactured to the highest food safety standards at Nippi's dedicated CQT facility in Fujinomiya, Shizuoka — using natural water sourced near Mt. Fuji.

When pet parents think about joint supplements, ingredients such as glucosamine, chondroitin, and MSM often come to mind. While these ingredients are commonly used to support joint health, many people overlook one of the body's most important structural proteins: collagen.

Collagen forms the foundation of the connective tissues that support healthy movement. It is a major component of cartilage, tendons, ligaments, joint capsules, and other structures that work together to stabilize and protect joints and legs.

A healthy joint is more than just cartilage. Every step, jump, and movement relies on a network of connective tissues that help absorb impact, maintain flexibility, and support mobility throughout life.

As dogs and cats age, natural collagen production gradually declines. This reduction may affect the body's ability to maintain and repair connective tissues, making collagen an important nutrient for long-term joint and mobility support.

By supplying highly absorbable hydrolysed collagen peptides, nippi provides the building blocks needed to support the body's natural maintenance of cartilage, tendons, ligaments, and connective tissues that contribute to healthy joint function.

Not all collagen supplements are equally utilized by the body.

For collagen to provide benefits, it must first be broken down, absorbed through the digestive system, and delivered throughout the body where collagen is naturally needed.

The size of the collagen molecule plays an important role in this process. Larger collagen proteins require additional digestion before they can be utilized efficiently.

nippi Collagen for Dogs uses advanced hydrolysis technology to break collagen into low molecular weight peptides of approximately 5,000 Da. These smaller peptides are designed for efficient digestion and absorption, allowing the body to readily utilize the amino acids and collagen peptides they provide.

This is why nippi focuses on hydrolysed collagen peptides rather than intact collagen proteins. By improving absorption, the body can more effectively access the building blocks required to support healthy joints, cartilage, tendons, ligaments, skin, coat, and connective tissues.

When choosing a collagen supplement, quality and absorption are just as important as the amount of collagen provided. A highly absorbable collagen peptide allows your dog to make better use of every serving.

Ingredient

Collagen peptide. One ingredient. Nothing else.

Proximate Analysis

Crude protein >87%, crude fat <0.1%, crude fibre <0.1%, crude ash <3%, moisture <10%.

How to give

Sprinkle onto food daily. Tasteless and odorless — even fussy eaters won't notice. Comes with a measuring spoon.

Precaution

Collagen peptides are proteins. If your pet has known sensitivity to the collagen source, or is undergoing protein-restricted diet, please consult a veterinarian before use. This product is a food supplement and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Discontinue and seek veterinary advice if any adverse reaction occurs.

Away from direct sunlight and heat

Cool, dry place — reseal tightly after use

Keep out of reach of children

Q: Where does the collagen come from?

A: nippi uses bovine-derived collagen. Sourced and processed in Japan under pharmaceutical GMP and FSSC22000 certified conditions.

Q: Is collagen considered a joint supplement for dogs?

A: Yes. While ingredients such as glucosamine, chondroitin, and MSM are commonly associated with joint support, collagen is the primary structural protein found in cartilage, tendons, ligaments, and connective tissues throughout the body. For this reason, hydrolysed collagen peptides are often included as part of a comprehensive joint health and mobility support routine.

Q: Can dogs and cats absorb collagen supplements?

A: Yes. However, absorption depends on the form of collagen used. Hydrolysed collagen peptides are broken down into smaller molecules that are easier for the digestive system to absorb and utilize. nippi Collagen contains hydrolysed collagen peptides with a molecular weight of approximately 5,000 Da for efficient absorption.

Q: What is the difference between collagen and glucosamine?

A: Collagen and glucosamine serve different roles and can complement each other. Glucosamine primarily supports cartilage maintenance, while collagen provides amino acids that help support cartilage, ligaments, tendons, skin, and connective tissues throughout the body. Many pet owners choose to use both as part of a comprehensive wellness routine.

Q: Which dogs benefit most?

A: Any dog and cat can benefit, but it's especially valuable for active pets, large breeds, pets aged 5 and above, and those with joint stress, stiffness, or orthopedic concerns. It also helps pets with dull coats, dry or itchy skin, and excessive shedding.

Q: Can collagen help dogs with joint concerns?

A: Collagen is an important structural component of cartilage, tendons, ligaments, and connective tissues that contribute to healthy movement and mobility. Daily supplementation helps provide the building blocks needed to support the body's natural maintenance and renewal processes.

Q: Can collagen help dogs with luxating patella?

A: Collagen is not a treatment for luxating patella. However, collagen is an important structural component of connective tissues, tendons, ligaments, and cartilage. As part of a balanced wellness program recommended by your veterinarian, collagen supplementation may help support overall joint and connective tissue health.

Q: Is collagen good for senior dogs?

A: Yes. Natural collagen production declines with age, making collagen supplementation a popular choice for senior dogs to support mobility, connective tissue health, skin condition, and overall wellness.

Q: Why is collagen important for mobility?

A: Movement depends on healthy cartilage, tendons, ligaments, and connective tissues. Since collagen is a major structural component of these tissues, it plays an important role in supporting long-term mobility and physical wellbeing.

Q: Can puppies and kittens take collagen?

A: Yes — from post-weaning onwards. During growth, collagen supports healthy joint development, bone formation, and a strong, shiny coat. It's gentle enough for daily use at any life stage.

Q: How long before I see results?

A: Most pet parents notice improvements in mobility and coat condition within 4–8 weeks of consistent daily use. Collagen works by gradually replenishing what the body produces less of over time — patience and consistency matter.

Q: Is it safe for long-term use?

A: Yes. Hydrolysed collagen peptides are a food-grade protein — gentle, highly digestible, and suitable for daily long-term use. nippi Collagen contains 100% hydrolysed collagen peptides with no fillers, preservatives, flavourings, or artificial additives.

Q: Can it be combined with other supplements?

A: Yes. Collagen is commonly used alongside joint-support ingredients such as glucosamine, chondroitin, green-lipped mussel, omega-3 fatty acids, probiotics and other veterinary-recommended supplements.. It addresses the structural layer that most supplements don't — making it a strong foundation for an overall wellness routine.