Just Be Kind GOLD DUST Joint and Heart Supplement
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Is Just Be Kind GOLD DUST Joint and Heart Supplement a good dog food?
This is a supplement, not a complete diet, so it is not scored on our 1-100 scale. The ingredient breakdown below shows what is in it; a supplement should be fed alongside, not instead of, a complete diet.
Only part of the analytical constituents are declared, so the nutritional picture is incomplete.
100% of this recipe has no printed percentage. Estimated shares are model estimates, not label facts.
- RecipeNot applicable
- NutritionalNot applicable
- Transparency45
- Safety100
- Evidencelimited33
Complementary muesli-style dry supplement for dogs of all life stages, with glucosamine, msm and hyaluronic acid as the main ingredients.
Why you might choose it
- Low in fat for its format: 2% fat on a dry-matter basis.
Why you might not
- A supplement, not a complete diet: feed as an extra, not the whole diet.
- Low in protein: 13% protein on a dry-matter basis.
Estimated composition
Typical analysis (as fed)
- Protein
- 13%
- Fat
- 1.70%
- Fibre
- 2%
- Ash
- 7.60%
Additives & feeding info
Nutritional additives
L-Lysine HCl 157.4g/kg; Carnitine 500mg/kg; Vitamin C 9.55g/kg; Biotin (3a880) 20mg/kg; Vitamin B12 0.1mg/kg; Manganese 733mg/kg; Vitamin E (all rac-alpha tocopheryl acetate) 100mg/kg
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
Feeding guide
1 - 6kgs give 1/2 tsp (2g) daily; 7 - 15kgs give 1 tsp (4g) daily; 15 - 40kg give 2 tsp (8g) daily; More than 40kgs give 2 1/2 tsp (10g) daily. Mix the palatable powder with your dog’s food daily.
Reviews
Trustpilot: 3.7/5 · 1 reviews
Who is this food for?
Suits
- Labelled by the manufacturer for all lifestages
- Doesn't list chicken, beef, turkey, lamb, fish, venison, pork, duck as ingredients
Consider something else if:
- Your dog avoids grain: the label lists oats
- You need more protein than this: 13.0% on a dry-matter basis is in the low band
These points are derived from declared ingredients and analysis, not a substitute for veterinary advice. If your dog has a diagnosed condition, food choice is a medical nutrition decision: speak to your vet. Use the homepage filter to find foods that fit your dog.
Ingredients (8)
| # | As declared | Matched | Category | Tier | Declared % | Est. % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | D-Glucosamine HCl | Glucosamine | supplement | good | - | 16.0 |
| 2 | MSM | MSM | supplement | good | - | 15.0 |
| 3 | Hyaluronic Acid | Hyaluronic acid | supplement | good | - | 14.0 |
| 4 | Oatmeal | Oats | carb | medium | - | 13.0 |
| 5 | Boswellia | Boswellia Serrata | supplement | good | - | 12.0 |
| 6 | Psyllium | Psyllium | fibre | good | - | 11.0 |
| 7 | Organic Maize Flour | Corn flour | carb | medium | - | 10.0 |
| 8 | Aniseed | Aniseed | veg | good | - | 9.0 |
Brand
- Website
- https://justbekind.co.uk/
Trust and provenance
- Recall history
- No recalls recorded in our database
- Label data last checked
- 2026-09-14
- Product page
- justbekind.co.uk
Recall history is presentation-only and never affects the score. Dates are when we recorded the data, not when the manufacturer last changed the recipe.
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Recipe: how the 1-100 score is calculated
Scored with model v2 on 2026-09-22. Each component is the feature value for this product multiplied by the model's published coefficient.
| Component | Input | Coefficient | Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base score | - | 32.336 | +32.34 |
| Average ingredient quality | 0.9 | 9.915 | +8.52 |
| Carb share of dry matter | 22.5% | -0.113 | -2.53 |
| Vegetable share of dry matter | 8.9% | -0.002 | -0.02 |
| Supplement share of dry matter | 57.7% | -0.009 | -0.51 |
| Undeclared quantities | 100.0% | -0.131 | -13.09 |
| Low meat (under 10% of dry matter) | yes | -1.988 | -1.99 |
| Processing multiplier | 1.00 | 32.336 | +32.34 |
| Processing: Dry Muesli | yes | -10.711 | -10.71 |
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| Component | Input | Coefficient | Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base score | - | 32.336 | +32.34 |
| Average ingredient quality | 0.9 | 9.915 | +8.52 |
| Meat share of dry matter | 0.0% | 0.116 | +0.00 |
| Carb share of dry matter | 22.5% | -0.113 | -2.53 |
| Oil share of dry matter | 0.0% | -0.088 | +0.00 |
| Vegetable share of dry matter | 8.9% | -0.002 | -0.02 |
| Additive share of dry matter | 0.0% | 0.177 | +0.00 |
| Supplement share of dry matter | 57.7% | -0.009 | -0.51 |
| Other share of dry matter | 0.0% | -0.371 | +0.00 |
| Unrecognised share of dry matter | 0.0% | -0.022 | +0.00 |
| Recipe graded poor | 0.0% | -0.045 | +0.00 |
| Poor-quality meat in recipe | 0.0% | -0.182 | +0.00 |
| Number of poor ingredients | 0 | -0.868 | +0.00 |
| Largest single poor ingredient | 0.0% | 0.056 | +0.00 |
| Undeclared quantities | 100.0% | -0.131 | -13.09 |
| Prints ingredient percentages | no | 3.194 | +0.00 |
| Complete diet | no | 1.703 | +0.00 |
| Frozen or chilled fresh | no | 11.440 | +0.00 |
| High meat (30%+ of dry matter) | no | -0.506 | +0.00 |
| Low meat (under 10% of dry matter) | yes | -1.988 | -1.99 |
| High carb and low meat | no | -1.250 | +0.00 |
| Meat share × printed percentages | 0.0 | -0.073 | +0.00 |
| Meat share × fresh | 0.0 | -0.339 | +0.00 |
| Fresh × high meat | 0.0 | 16.475 | +0.00 |
| Additive penalty | 0.00 | 0.236 | +0.00 |
| Processing multiplier | 1.00 | 32.336 | +32.34 |
| Processing: Raw | no | 13.322 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Fresh Chilled | no | 7.712 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Fresh Frozen | no | 6.583 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Fresh Refrigerated | no | 4.857 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Fresh Shelf | no | 0.072 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Freeze Dried | no | 11.127 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Air Dried | no | 9.320 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Cold Pressed | no | 4.569 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Baked | no | -2.321 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Extruded | no | -6.996 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Semi Moist | no | -6.833 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Dry Muesli | yes | -10.711 | -10.71 |
| Processing: Wet Pate | no | 2.935 | +0.00 |
| Processing: Wet Chunks | no | 2.292 | +0.00 |
- Processing-type offset
- -1.40
- Additives declared on label
- +1 transparency bonus
- Subtotal
- 43.9
- Final score
- 44/100
Contributions are rounded to two decimals, so they may not sum exactly to the subtotal. The full coefficient table is published on the methodology page.
This is not a complete diet, so the 1-100 rating does not apply to it. Read the recipe breakdown above as ingredient-quality context only.
Score history across model versions
The score shown above is always computed with the latest published model. Earlier scores are kept for the record and are never edited or deleted; a scoring change ships as a new model version with a public write-up on the methodology page.
| Model | Score | |
|---|---|---|
| v2 | 44/100 | current |
| v1 | 43/100 |
Nutritional: declared analysis vs reference ranges
Not applicable to complementary food. FEDIAF reference ranges apply to complete diets.
Transparency: what the label discloses
How much the manufacturer discloses, measured against the FEDIAF Code of Good Labelling Practice and Regulation 767/2009. Mandatory items dominate the weighting.
| Item | Points |
|---|---|
| Ingredient list on the label (mandatory) | 10/10 |
| Printed percentages on the label (voluntary) - not on file | 0/20 |
| Analytical constituents declared (mandatory) - not on file | 0/15 |
| Additives declared (mandatory) | 5/10 |
| Energy value declared (voluntary) - not on file | 0/5 |
| Complete/complementary designation (mandatory) | 5/5 |
| Feeding guidance given (mandatory) | 10/10 |
| Manufacturer identity and address (mandatory) | 5/10 |
| Country of manufacture stated (voluntary) | 10/10 |
| Batch and date labelling (mandatory) - not on file | 0/5 |
Capped at 60: mandatory items missing (Analytical constituents declared, Batch and date labelling).
Safety: recall history
Recall and safety-notice history, time-decayed. This dimension is shown alongside the score and never feeds the headline number.
No recalls recorded in our database.
See all current recalls we track.
Evidence: what the brand claims, and what supports it
The marketing claims made on the pack and product page, and how much evidence sits behind them. We record the claims as stated; we do not assess whether they are true.
| Claim | Type | Substantiation |
|---|---|---|
| crafted to support your dog's heart, joint and cartilage health at exceptional levels (on page) | Functional | Manufacturer assertion |
| The addition of Psyllium husks not only promotes a healthy gut microbiome but also enhances the absorption of vital joint nutrients, ensuring maximum efficacy (on page) | Functional | Manufacturer assertion |
| Aids Mobility and Flexibility: Supports joint structure and promotes overall mobility with the addition of heart boosting ingredients to keep your dog active (on page) | Functional | Manufacturer assertion |
| Fast-Acting Results: Noticeable improvements in as little as 4 to 7 days (on page) | Functional | Manufacturer assertion |
| Soothes Stiff Joints: Provides relief for painful and stiff joints, enhancing comfort (on page) | Functional | Manufacturer assertion |
| Rejuvenates Elderly Pets: Naturally revitalises ageing pets with a powerhouse of antioxidants to improve their quality of life (on page) | Functional | Manufacturer assertion |
| Promotes Healing: Helps maintain optimal joint health and aids in the healing process (on page) | Functional | Manufacturer assertion |
| Encourages WEIGHT LOSS with the important addition of L-Carnitine that also boosts heart health (on page) | Functional | Manufacturer assertion |
| Reduces Inflammation: Supports natural systems that regulate inflammation, promoting overall well-being (on page) | Functional | Manufacturer assertion |
| Hypoallergenic (on page) | Free-from | Manufacturer assertion |
| GOLD DUST is free of all binders or preservatives which makes it ideal for all dogs with intolerances needing a pure hypoallergenic supplement (on page) | Free-from | Manufacturer assertion |
| Gold Dust ingredients are all animal protein free, fish free, soya and gluten free and even yeast free to be safe to be fed to your dog (on page) | Free-from | Manufacturer assertion |
| contains high levels of Boswellia (91mg Boswellia in 1g Gold Dust), Hyaluronic Acid (2.36mg Hyaluronic Acid in 1g Gold Dust), Glucosamine (182mg Glucosamine HCL in 1g Gold Dust), MSM (182mg MSM in 1 g Gold Dust), L-Carnitine and so much more (on page) | Content | Manufacturer assertion |
Limited: at least one claim rests on manufacturer assertion alone.
The full scoring method is published. See the methodology for exactly how the headline score and each dimension are calculated.
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