The Missing Link Skin & Coat + Probiotics Supplement 5lb Bag - Powerful Superfood Powder for Dogs Supports Healthy Skin & Glossy Coat, Promotes Hair Growth

I have been a German Shepherd owner and avid dog lover and trainer for over 30 years. I bought my first dog right out of high school. It wasn't until recently that I learned that hip displasia was NOT the only debilitating condition that plaques particularly German Shepherds (and many other breeds as well, particularly large breeds). It dawned on me as I began seeing the dreaded signs of difficulty standing, rear feet dragging (knuckling) a bit here and there on a German Shepherd of mine that I know for a fact has perfect hips, no hip displasia whatsoever. I have her x-rays on hand to prove it. That's when I found out about Degenerative Myolopathy (DM). To date, there is no cure. Vets are brainstorming on this one and networking their findings and research to try to develop a cure. In the meantime, they are finding that certain vitamin supplements seems to slow it down. Reading their findings, I searched for a supplement that might have all of the supplements they mentioned. All were included in this Missing Link powder supplement and so, I gave it a shot, not really expecting anything but at least I tried. I was dumbfounded and filled with joy at the results. My LiLi (the German Shepherd with the signs of DM) began showing a marked, dramatic improvement within one week. Within one month, it was as if she had backed up a few years. Did it cure her? No. Did it back the condition off and help her regain her strength and resiliance? YES, YES, YES!!!! She even chases and plays with my 3-Year Old German Shepherd again. I cannot say enough about the profound effect Missing Link powder has had on my dog. I have, to date, recommended it to 5 others with older dogs showing the same hip weakening conditions and ALL FIVE reported the same astonishing results. Please know that this is NOT a secret marketing ploy for the Missing Link company ~ I am a real person, with a real dog, that watching her beloved pet fall into the grips of a very debilitating condition. I have my own dog service [...]. and would never endorse this product had it not given me the joyous results I am happy to report and eager to share with other dog owners faced with this agonizing condition for their beloved pets. All I can say is TRY it. It's cheaper than a visit to the vet, it's cheaper, better and safer than steroid therapy or pain meds, and, good Lord, if they ever make it for people, I'll buy it and eat it every day! ~ Melanie Blair, Proprietor, Best Friends Canine Services, LLC, Uniontown, Ohio

Does your dog have allergies? I spent $650 to have my Shar-Pei's blood sent off for allergy testing last year. (They are known for terrible allergies) And, BAM!...she's allergic to almost EVERYTHING! Poor thing breaks out with hives every Spring. So, I'm recently back at my vet's office getting pills to help her through allergy season and an angel of mercy tells me she fosters dogs for the Shar-Pei Rescue and I need to get "Missing Link" for my dog. She said they swear by it and it's the most important thing they stress to give the dogs each evening with their meal. It seems to work miracles on these poor dogs allergies. She said even the ones who have lost most of their fur have grown it all back within a month or two. My order just arrived and I can't wait to see if it works for my girl. See below, I ordered too much so I will share w/ my sister's dog (a Lab) who has terrible allergies too. Stay tuned! BE ADVISED: Package says an average dog will consume a 1-lb bag in about 2 months. Product should be refrigerated and will last 90 days after opening. Gradually introduce the recommended amount over the first month, due to high fiber content. Recommended dosage is: up to 10 lbs = 1/2 teaspoon, 11-20 lbs = 1 tsp, 21-40 lbs = 2 tsp, 41-80 lbs = 3 tsp, 81-100 lbs = 4 tsp.

I wasn't sure this was making a difference with my dog's skin issues at first. I have a Berner, known for skin problems, and boy does my guy have them. Flaky skin, hot spots, shedding - you name it and he's had it. I started using this probably 5 months ago, and sprinkled some on each meal. He loved the taste, and it got him more excited for his food which was a huge bonus for me as he can be picky. I continued to use this, but also looked into changing his dog food so after a few months of regularly using this I didn't even correlate it with how well his skin was doing. All the usual flaking and sore spots were 95% cleared up. I ended up not using Missing Link for a few weeks, and what a mistake that was. He's still on the better food and supplements, but his skin issues have come back in a big way. I truly believe this is the product, used daily over about 2-months, is what changed things for him. I'm already back to using it, and hope things clear back up. You have to be patient with this, but the bags last at least 2 months when used correctly.

I am not the one to rant and rave about how great a product is but, in this case, I feel that I have to thank the producer of Missing Link for their wonderful product. My 2 1/2 year old lab started having skin issues: really nasty hotspots and rashes. He was prescribed antibiotics and prescription shampoos; the relief was short lived. Last week I made up my mind to take him to the dermatologist: $175 to get seen only. A lady that I met at the dog park recommended this product. At this point, I was desperate enough to try anything. It worked like magic for my boy: in 24 hours he stopped most of the self chewing and, a week later, most of his hotspots are healed. His energy level is visibly increased and he is in so much better spirits. My other dog, a former stray, is allergic to flea bites (despite the fact that I changed her anti-flea medication to the best rated one); she is still pretty itchy. However, her energy level has also increases (like I needed a teenager dog to be more energetic). This product may or may not work for your dog; I think it has nothing to do with the product though but with the fact that it may or may not contain the component that your dog needs. Overall I am happy with it. The only reason why it gets 4 stars is because it does not work as well for both dogs.

Bought this because I have four large rescue dogs. Their pregnant Mom was dumped out here & delivered puppies in my garage. The puppies are now 6 years old and their coats were dull and shedding. I can't afford to buy really good dog food for them becasue they eat so much so I thought I would try this. Gave them once a day the Missing Link powder on their food as instructed for their weight. Within 2 weeks their coats are all shiny and not much shedding already. I am thinking it will only get better. Dogs love the taste. And two of the dogs had been "slowing down" but two weeks of this on their food and they are acting like 4 month old puppies again, running around everywhere, jumping, playing. I am also giving to my cat and she seems to actually be Happy!. She is quite the picky eater and she actually eats this sprinkled on her food! She was a rescue cat and she is 7 yrs old. She now comes up and wants to be petted and played with which she hasn't done in quite a while!! This stuff WORKS!!! Thank you Missing Link!

Highly recommend this for dogs with sensitive skin. I’ve used it for both of my dogs, and one container lasts a long time. Their fur was dry, brittle, and broke off easily before using this. Just keep in mind that results aren’t overnight — it took about 6 months for me to really notice a difference, but their coats became much healthier and softer over time.

I love this product! I bought it after reading all the positive reviews. I have two dogs - an aussie and a lab. BOTH were chewing themselves into oblivion, despite being regularly groomed, eating the TOP food, and being inside dogs. The lab is allergic to wheat and corn, so she already had issues - with itching, her ears, losing fur, etc. The aussie was chewing her knuckles and when she "blew coat", looked terrible. I started them both on Missing Link - and WOW, are they show dogs now! Beautiful, healthy coats - shiney, thick, no missing patches on the lab. Chewing is a thing of the past. The look awesome, and are bright eyed and happy. My very skeptical husband even said last night, as I was bragging on my aussie's amazing coat, "It all changed when they started on Missing Link". I will have my fur babies on this for the rest of their lives!!

My 50 lb dog has a fungal skin disorder: loss of hair, black greasy skin and an obnoxious smell. He scratches and bites it non-stop. His eyes are often covered with yellow gunk. The vet hasn't been able to fix it. I decided to try the alternative route and purchased the 1lb bag of "Missing Link" on amazon. For the first few days, there was a fishy stench in the house and my dog didn't care for the powder. He has finally finished the 1 lb bag after about 2 months and here are the changes: he loves it now, his hair started growing back, and I notice less scratching and less biting. Maybe it's a coincidence, but so far I haven't seen any fleas either. I'm happy with the changes "Ultimate Skin & Coat" has made. I bought me a 5 lb bag this time around as it makes more sense economically than the 1 lb bag. 6/10/14 I have bought another 5 lb bag. All my dog's hair has grown back. The skin disorder that prevented hair growth seems gone. Granted, I also upgraded his dogfood to "Pure Balance: Lamb & Brown Rice Recipe" (available at Walmart) in the last few months, so it's likely a combination of both that has caused the improvement. Lately, my dog has been standing at the fridge as if he's telling me to give him another serving of this powder. You think he's liking it now? FYI: The package says: "Refrigerate after opening. Use within 90 days of opening". I was worried that it would expire and go bad before it gets used up. My worry was unfounded. I had my previos 5 lb bag for about 6 months in the fridge, and it was still fine.

So angry I spent $250 on this and it came busted and spilled everywhere!!!