Used as a supplement for urinary, dental, skin, and neurological health of cats and dogs.
Cranimals™ Gold is recommended for cats and dogs on a vegan diet, and also for growing puppies and kittens. All ingredients are 100% organic and GMO-Free.
Cranimals™ Gold, like its predecessor Cranimals™ Original, uses cranberries as the main ingredient, but it also contains seaweed powder.
- Cranimals™ Original is 100% cranberry extract
- Cranimals™ Gold is 75% cranberry extract + 25% Seaweed powder
So in addition to urinary health and dental benefits from cranberries, dogs and cats receive 6 more benefits from the seaweed powder (see Benefits from Seaweed section below).
Urinary Health Benefits
- increases the acidity in the diet as vegan foods tend to be alkalizing.
- prevents UTI's (Urinary Tract Infections).
- prevents FLUTD (crystals, blockages) by keeping urine's pH in the acidic range.
- when pets do get UTI's, Cranimals™ has been clinically proven to work as an effective antibiotic.
- strongly recommended for male cats on a vegan diet for cranberry's acidic properties (link).
- if you are using green superfoods such as GreenMush™, Spirulina, Chlorella etc., it is recommended to add acidifying agents such as Cranimals™ or VegeYeast
- green superfoods have an alkaline effect on the body and it needs to be neutralized with something acidic.
Dental Health Benefits
- Cranimals™ Gold discourages the growth of plaque on teeth and gums
- exhibits the same anti-adhesion effect in oral cavities as in the lining of the urinary tract.
How do cranberries help with urinary health?
The cranberry extract contains PAC's (proanthocyanidins).
Research studies (References below) have shown that the phytochemicals in cranberries inhibit the adhesion of E. coli*, which is the bacteria responsible for most urinary tract infections, to the lining of the urinary tract, thus preventing the UTI's from happening.
The phytochemicals found in cranberries are anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, anti-bacterial and antioxidant.
Furthermore, the cranberry extract is acidic and counteracts the alkaline effect of vegan diets and green superfoods. Healthy pH prevents crystal formation and urinary blockages in cats and dogs.
Benefits from Seaweed
DHA Omega 3
Seaweed powder contains DHA, which is a long chain Omega 3 fatty acid extracted from a sustainable source of microalgae.
DHA Omega 3 is a natural anti-inflammatory agent, important for neurological, skin, brain, eye, and heart health in growing puppies and kittens, as well as in adult cats and dogs.
DHA Omega 3 is used by animal's metabolism immediately. Compare and contrast to short chain Omega 3 acids (ALA's found in flax oil): it may take up to 37 grams of ALA’s to make the same amount of DHA found in 1 gram of Cranimals™ Gold.
Beta Carotene
The antioxidant beta carotene contributes to healthy eyes, skin, membranes and immune function.
Choline
Choline contributes to proper cell signaling, mental acuity and joint health.
Together, DHA Omega 3, Beta Carotene and Choline have 6 benefits:
- Eye benefits
- Skin benefits
- Brain benefits
- Heart function
- Immune system
- Joint health
When to use Cranimals™ Gold vs. Cranimals™ Original
- For puppies and kittens: Cranimals™ Gold is the better choice. It supports urinary and dental health and also provides added benefits for brain and nervous system development, skin health, and heart function.
- For healthy adult pets: Cranimals™ Gold works well as an all-around supplement. It offers support for the urinary tract, teeth, joints, skin, heart, and brain.
- For urinary health: Cranimals™ Original is recommended for pets with a history of urinary issues or high urine pH. It contains more cranberry extract and has a more acidic profile to help maintain a healthy pH.
- For picky eaters: Cranimals™ Original is usually easier to accept since some pets dislike the seaweed used in Cranimals™ Gold.
- For human use: Cranimals™ Original is human-grade and suitable for adding to foods. Cranimals™ Gold is not intended for human consumption.
Nutritional Comparison
| Gold | Original | |
| Crude Protein (min) | 16.4% | 16.2% |
| Crude Fat content (min) | 15.1% | 9.2% |
| Crude Fibre (max) | 32.0% | 41.5% |
| Crude Ash (max) | 4.4% | 3.0% |
| Moisture (max) | 4.5% | 4.8% |
| Beta Carotene (min)* | 9400 mg/kg | - |
| Total Omega 3 (min) | 5.4% | 6.7% |
| DHA Omega 3 | 4.2% | - |
| Omega 6 | 1.9% | - |
| Choline | 3600 mg/kg | - |
| Anthocyanidins (min)* | 2925 mg/kg | 4900 mg/kg |