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Furrmula® CCL Defense Chews

The vet-formulated mushroom chew that stops the demolition process destroying your dog's knee from the inside — so the joint can finally heal.

🛡  Stops the enzymes destroying the joint — not just pain
🦴  Protects both knees simultaneously
⚡  Most dogs improve within 3–4 weeks
🍄  7 research-backed medicinal mushrooms
🐕  Tasty chew — no pills, no powder

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The Truth

Why Your Dog Is Still Limping — Even With Rest And Supplements

When a CCL tears, the joint becomes unstable. Your dog's body reads that instability as a permanent emergency — and floods the knee with enzymes designed to dissolve damaged tissue.

 

Normally those enzymes switch on, clear the damage, and switch off. The joint heals.

 

But with a CCL tear, the joint never fully stabilises. So the enzymes never get the signal to stop. They keep going — dissolving not just the torn ligament, but the cartilage, the soft tissue, everything the body tries to repair.

 

That's why the knee gets worse even with rest. That's why glucosamine and Dasuquin haven't stopped the decline. They're building materials — and your dog's joint is an active demolition site.

 

The demolition has to stop first. Then healing can happen.

The Mechanism

How CCL Defense
Actually Works

Layer 1 — Stop The Demolition

Turmeric — specifically the compound that makes it yellow — directly blocks the enzymes doing the dissolving. Not inflammation in general. The specific proteins cutting through your dog's joint tissue. Blocked.

 

This is the layer that stops the damage happening right now.

Layer 2 — Turn Off The Alarm

The seven medicinal mushrooms work one level deeper. They target the immune cells that keep ordering the demolition in the first place. Not suppressing the immune system. Retraining it. Immune cells locked in permanent alarm mode return to normal.

 

This is the layer that stops the demolition from being ordered again.

 

Once both layers are working — your dog's body takes over. It already produces everything it needs to repair that joint. It's been trying the entire time. The demolition just kept destroying the work before it could hold.

 

Protects Both Knees

 

The enzymes don't stay in one knee. The immune response is whole-body. The same demolition process is already running in the other leg — before it ever shows a symptom. CCL Defense works systemically, protecting both knees at once.

The Formula

7 Mushrooms. One Targeted Formula.

Each ingredient plays a specific role in the Two-Layer Shutdown.

LAYER 2
RETRAIN THE IMMUNE RESPONSE 

(these mushrooms work on the immune cells ordering the demolition)

Cytokine Reducer

Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum)

Calms the immune signals telling the body to keep attacking the joint. Directly reduces the chemical messengers that drive the demolition.

MMP Inhibitor

Chaga (Inonotus obliquus)

Slows the enzymes that break down cartilage and supports the body's ability to produce new collagen. Protects what's left while repair catches up.

Gut-Immune Modulator

Turkey Tail (Trametes versicolor)

Supports gut health — and 70% of your dog's immune system lives in the gut. A calmer gut means a calmer immune response reaching the joints.

Tissue Repair

Cordyceps (Cordyceps militaris)

Helps damaged joint tissue repair faster by boosting cellular energy production. Supports the body's own rebuilding process once the demolition slows.

Gut Barrier Support

Lion's Mane (Hericium erinaceus)

Strengthens the gut barrier so fewer inflammatory signals leak into the bloodstream and reach the joints.

Immune Support

Shiitake & Maitake

Additional immune support and antioxidant protection. Help keep the immune system balanced — responsive when needed, calm when it's not.

LAYER 1
BLOCK THE ENZYMES

COX-2 Modulator

Turmeric (Curcuminoids)

The compound that makes turmeric yellow directly blocks the enzymes dissolving your dog's joint tissue. This is the layer that stops the demolition happening right now.

What To Expect

Your Dog's Journey Back To Normal

W1

Week 1–2: The Foundation

The compounds begin working. Morning stiffness starts to ease. Your dog may get up with less hesitation. The demolition process is being interrupted.

W3

Week 3–4: Visible Change

Consistent weight-bearing on the affected leg. The limp reduces noticeably. Good days become the norm, not the exception.

W6

Week 5–8: Real Improvement

Most dogs return to comfortable, normal movement. Running, stairs, playing — without the limp. The joint is rebuilding now that the demolition has stopped.

W12

Week 8–12: Full Protection

Both knees protected. The immune response has been retrained. Your dog's body is doing what it's been trying to do the entire time — repairing and maintaining the joint on its own.

Real Results

14,000+ Dog Parents. Same Story.

Erica's Golden Retriever Max running
★★★★★
"I was told conservative management would fail for a 70-pound dog. Week 7 Max was running after squirrels. No surgery. Dr. Paulson couldn't believe the difference at the follow-up."
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Erica M.
Golden Retriever Owner
✓ Verified
Jamie's Rottweiler back to full activity
★★★★★
"Every vet, every Facebook group told me I was being naive. Three months later he's back to full activity and the other knee never tore."
J
Jamie R.
Rottweiler Owner
✓ Verified
Michelle's Labrador hiking again
★★★★★
"I almost gave in and booked the surgery. So glad I found this first. The limp was gone by week 6. She's back on our hiking trails."
M
Michelle T.
Labrador Owner
✓ Verified
David's German Shepherd running
★★★★★
"4 months of Rimadyl and the limp kept coming back. Started this and by week 3 the morning stiffness was gone. Week 8 he was running. We never did the surgery."
D
David K.
German Shepherd Owner
✓ Verified
Sarah's Pitbull Mix with both knees stable
★★★★★
"My vet said she'd need surgery on both knees eventually. $10,000+. Started CCL Defense as a last resort. 5 months later — no surgery, no limp, both knees stable. My vet literally asked me what I was giving her."
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Sarah W.
Pitbull Mix Owner
✓ Verified
Vet-Backed

What Veterinarians Say

Dr. Sarah Paulson with a patient
Dr. Sarah Paulson, DVM, DACVS
Board-Certified Veterinary Surgeon · 18+ Years
"NSAIDs manage pain. They don't stop the enzymes that are actively breaking down the joint after a CCL tear. I've seen the difference when owners add targeted support that addresses both the enzyme activity and the immune response driving it — dogs that were headed for surgery returning to full activity. This formula targets the mechanism that standard protocols miss."
Dr. Margot Kellerman in clinic
Dr. Margot Kellerman, DVM, PhD
Veterinary Orthopedic Researcher · Cornell
"After a CCL tear, the body floods the joint with enzymes that continuously degrade cartilage and soft tissue. In our clinical observations, dogs receiving targeted mushroom and turmeric compounds showed significant reduction in this destructive process compared to NSAIDs alone. The bilateral progression rate dropped substantially. This is mechanism-targeted intervention — not symptom management."
Side By Side

How CCL Defense Compares

CCL Defense NSAIDs Glucosamine
Stops the enzymes destroying the joint
Retrains the immune cells ordering it
Protects both knees
No organ damage risk
Safe long-term
Addresses root cause
Dosage

How Many Chews Per Day?

Dog Weight Daily Chews
Under 25 lbs1 chew
25–50 lbs2 chews
50–75 lbs3 chews
Over 75 lbs4 chews

Give with food daily. Most dogs eat them as treats — no hiding in food needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does this actually work? +

Turmeric blocks the overproduced enzymes that dissolve ligament tissue. Mushrooms retrain the immune cells. Body repairs itself.

How is this different from Rimadyl or other NSAIDs? +

They don't stop the enzymes demolishing the joint. CCL Defense stops the demolition itself.

My dog is on medication. Can I use this alongside it? +

Yes. CCL Defense works through a different mechanism than NSAIDs and can be used alongside current medications. Many dog owners find they can reduce their dog's reliance on pain medication over time as the inflammatory load decreases. Always consult your vet about adjusting any medication dosages.

How long until I see results? +

Most owners report visible improvement within 3–4 weeks. The first signs are usually reduced morning stiffness and more consistent weight-bearing on the affected leg. Full results typically develop over 8–12 weeks as the inflammatory load decreases and the ligament stabilizes. Consistency is key.

Will this work for large breed dogs? +

Yes. The product works by reducing the inflammatory disease process — which is the same regardless of breed or size. Over 14,000 dogs across all sizes have used it, including Golden Retrievers, Rottweilers, German Shepherds, and Labradors. Dosage adjusts based on weight.

Does it protect the other knee? +

This is one of the most important benefits. The enzymes don't stay in one knee. The immune response is whole-body. CCL Defense works systemically — both knees are protected.

Why mushrooms instead of traditional joint supplements? +

Traditional supplements are building materials. If the demolition process is still running, building materials get destroyed as fast as they go in. Mushrooms stop the demolition. Different problem, different solution.

What if it doesn't work for my dog? +

You're fully protected by our 90-day money-back guarantee. If you don't see improvement — send it back for a complete refund. No questions asked. You risk nothing.

What if my dog won't eat the chews? +

Most dogs love the taste and eat them as treats. But if your dog is picky, you can break the chew into pieces and mix into their food. If your dog still refuses, contact us — our 90-day guarantee covers this.

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