Fettle

We thought he was just getting old...

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When Digby started developing fatty lumps, we did what most people would do. We had two surgically removed. Then, by chance, a blood test (after a burst eardrum) showed raised liver enzymes. That changed everything. Instead of putting an older dog through repeated surgeries — and the added stress that comes with them — I started looking at the organ doing the heavy lifting. The liver. Milk thistle contains silymarin, a plant compound known for helping the liver process toxins and protect healthy liver cells — especially important in senior dogs or those under ongoing strain. So we introduced whole ground milk thistle seed. Not a tablet he’d spit out. Not a sugary dropper. Not a £1-per-day “liver support chew.” Just real plant support, mixed straight into his food. Over time, his energy steadied. His appetite improved. He felt more like himself again. This isn’t a cure. It’s daily support for an organ that rarely gets any. And at from £0.10 per serving, it costs less than most “premium” chews — without the fillers. If your dog is getting older, on medication, or showing raised liver markers… Start by supporting what’s still working. — Taylor