GLP-1: Not Just for People Anymore
“We’ve long understood GLP-1 in humans, but its role in dogs is finally getting the attention it deserves...” — Dr. Bart Dunsford
From celebrity weight-loss headlines to mainstream medical discussions, GLP-1 is everywhere right now. But while most people associate it with human drugs (like Ozempic and Wegovy), this powerful hormone isn’t just for people.
GLP-1 plays a crucial role in your dog’s health, too—and now, it’s emerging as one of the most exciting frontiers in pet wellness.
What is GLP-1, and why are humans obsessed with it?
GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) is a naturally occurring hormone that helps regulate metabolism, appetite, digestion, and blood sugar (glucose). In humans, medications that mimic or boost GLP-1—like Ozempic—are prescribed for type 2 diabetes and increasingly for weight management.
Why does it matter? Because, in many ways, you can think of GLP-1 as a “master switch” inside the body. It tells you when you’re full, helps balance blood sugar, and supports energy metabolism. As researchers learn more, GLP-1 is becoming a buzzword not just in medicine, but wellness culture at large.
Dogs have GLP-1, too—and it works in similar ways
Here’s what many pet parents don’t realize: dogs naturally produce GLP-1, just like humans. It plays an equally important role in:
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Regulating digestion
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Supporting a healthy appetite
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Balancing metabolism and energy use
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Communicating between the gut and brain
Many benefits we’re now seeing in people—improved gut health, better weight control, and more stable energy—also apply to our four-legged companions.
“We’ve long understood GLP-1 in humans, but its role in dogs is finally getting the attention it deserves. The physiology is remarkably similar.”
— Dr. Bart Dunsford, PETNUTRA’s resident companion animal nutritionist
Why “natural support” is the new wave in pet health
Unlike pharmaceutical drugs that mimic GLP-1, new research focuses on stimulating the body’s own production of this hormone—in both people and pets. That’s where clean-label, plant-based ingredients come in. And this is a very exciting breakthrough for natural, plant-powered health support.
G-Loop™ is the first supplement specifically designed to support this pathway in dogs. It uses ERIOMIN® citrus bioflavonoids—a clinically studied compound in humans—alongside prebiotics, probiotics, and other gut-focused nutrients to naturally activate the GLP-1 response.
“We’re seeing an exciting convergence where human-grade science meets holistic pet care—and it’s only just beginning.”
— Dr. Thais, a researcher specializing in nutraceutical applications at Sao Paulo State University - UNESP
GLP-1 is going mainstream—and pets are next
As more people seek drug-free ways to improve health outcomes, demand for natural GLP-1 support is rising—and dogs are part of that story. With the gut as the foundation, supplements like G-Loop offer a comprehensive approach to support your pet’s digestion, metabolism, energy, and vitality, all in one daily dose.
