K-9 Slim DownTM and K-9 Slim Down PlusTM supports weight loss in overweight dogs, especially those in need of joint and connective tissuesupport, dogs eating high carbohydrate diets and for those fed table scraps. K-9 Slim DownTM for dogs contains the clinically tested carb blocker Phase 2 Pet to support weight loss. Pet Naturals is one of the first companies tointroduce a Phase 2 Pet weight loss product for dogs. Phase 2 Pet contains the first scientifically proven all natural white bean extract forneutralizing starch to support weight loss. Phase 2 Pet is shown to cut starch absorption up to 75%, so it reduces absorption of carbohydratecalories to support weight loss without the use of stimulants. A Published study shows loss of weight and inches! In a veterinary conducted trial published July 2004 in the Journal of the American HolisticVeterinary Medical Association, 15 dogs showed an average weight loss of almost 5% of their body weight over an eight week period and an averageabdominal girth reduction of 1.44 inches per dog due solely to use of Phase 2 Pet. By blocking starch carbohydrates as a source ofenergy, the dogs were forced to burn body fat for energy. The weight loss seen in this study was attributed to loss of fat and not loss of muscle. K-9 Slim Down PlusTM is an advanced weight loss support formula that is a synergistic combination of ingredients that help support weight loss inoverweight dogs. Green Tea Extract (containing EGCG) and Chromium Polynicotinate were added to K-9 Slim Down PlusTM to promote evengreater weight loss. K-9 Slim Down PlusTM supports thermogenesis and lipolysis (greater fat burning) activity and helps normalize insulin andglucose metabolism, which helps control appetite. EGCG from green tea extract is a potent antioxidant that helps boost metabolism, maintain insulin levels within normal ranges (which promotesthe burning of fat), and to control appetite. Chromemate brand Chromium polynicotinate is a niacin-bound chromium, whic