YuMOVE is the UK's best-selling veterinary joint supplement for dogs. It contains green-lipped mussel extract, glucosamine, hyaluronic acid, manganese, and vitamin E. As an AVM-GSL product, it is available without a prescription from pet shops, supermarkets, and online retailers.
Price Comparison
- YuMOVE 60 tablets: £15–£22
- YuMOVE 120 tablets: £25–£32
- YuMOVE 300 tablets: £35–£48
The 300-tablet pack offers the best per-tablet value. Prices vary significantly between retailers — Amazon, Pets at Home, and specialist pet pharmacies often have different prices for the same product.
Monthly Cost by Dog Size
- Small dogs (under 15kg): 1 tablet/day = £8–£13/month
- Medium dogs (15–30kg): 2 tablets/day = £15–£25/month
- Large dogs (over 30kg): 2–3 tablets/day = £20–£35/month
Do Joint Supplements Actually Work?
The evidence is mixed. Glucosamine and chondroitin have some clinical evidence supporting their use for joint health in dogs, though the quality of evidence is moderate. Green-lipped mussel extract has shown anti-inflammatory properties in several studies. The BSAVA notes that joint supplements may provide modest benefit as part of a multimodal approach to osteoarthritis, but they are not a substitute for veterinary treatment or prescribed anti-inflammatories like Metacam.
Most owners report seeing improvement within 4–6 weeks of starting YuMOVE. If you see no benefit after 8 weeks, it may not be the right product for your dog.
Cheaper Alternatives
- Seraquin: £12–£20 for 60 tablets. Contains glucosamine, chondroitin, and curcumin (turmeric extract)
- Own-brand joint supplements: £8–£15 for 60 tablets from Pets at Home, Amazon, etc. Check the ingredient amounts per tablet — cheaper products may have lower doses of active ingredients
When comparing supplements, check the actual amount of glucosamine, chondroitin, and omega-3 per tablet, not just the product price.
Last updated: March 2026. Sources: VetCost price data, BSAVA, product manufacturer data.