Athlete

Support for the Athletic & Working Dogs — Steady, Sustainable Performance

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Supports high-drive and working dogs with herbs that help balance stamina, fluid regulation, circulation, and recovery — without sugar or stimulants.

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Backed by the NASC Seal + 100% Quality Guarantee

Supporting Peak Performance
Enhancing Exercise Tolerance
Boosting Attention / Performance
Maintaining Fluids
Balancing High-Energy Dogs

Targets Stamina & Fluid Balance

Smooth, Sustainable Energy

Focus for High-Drive Dogs

Supports Muscle Circulation

Built for Daily Training

How Athlete Supports the High-Drive Dog

High-drive dogs go from zero to full throttle, burning through energy and fluids fast and crashing just as quickly. Their bodies need support that matches that pattern.
Athlete™ was built for exactly this.

Its blend of yin-nourishing, blood-moving, and tendon-supporting herbs helps:
• Replenish fluids burned during intense work
• Support circulation to muscles and joints
• Maintain steady, sustainable energy
• Promote normal recovery after exertion
• Support focus so excitement doesn’t override cues

Athlete isn’t a stimulant. It’s daily fine-tuning for dogs who give 100% every time they move, think, or train. For long-term performance, pair Athlete™ with Sound Dog Viscosity™ and use Comfort Aches™ occasionally after tough sessions.

For supporting peak performance

Supports stamina, endurance, and overall body balance so athletic dogs can perform at their best during training, sport, or work.

For enhancing exercise tolerance

Helps active dogs handle longer activity by supporting healthy oxygen use and normal post-exercise recovery.

For boosting attention and performance

Promotes steady, balanced energy so high-drive dogs can stay focused without becoming overstimulated.

For maintaining fluids

Supports healthy hydration and fluid balance to keep active dogs energized during heat, distance, or sustained activity.

For balancing high-energy dogs

High-drive dogs tend to burn hot and crash hard. Athlete helps smooth out that intense energy arc for more sustainable output throughout the day.

Ingredients

Cooked Rehmannia Root, Angelica Tang Kuei, Dioscorea, Eucommia Bark, Achyranthes Root, Honey-fried Licorice Root, Cornus, Flaxseed

Herbs

Achyranthes Root

Angelica Tang Kuei

Cooked Rehmannia Root

Cornus

Dioscorea

Eucommia Bark

Honey-fried Licorice Root

Neutraceuticals

Flaxseed

Click on any ingredient to learn more about its benefits

Athlete

vs The Rest

High-drive dogs burn through energy quickly and can crash just as fast. Athlete supports stamina, focus, hydration, and recovery, not with sugar or stimulants, but with time-tested herbs that help balance how an athletic dog works. Compared to other performance formulas, Athlete offers broader, more sustainable support for the whole dog, not just energy.

Supports Active & Working Dogs

Holistic, Herbal Formula

Sustained Stamina & Recovery

NASC Certified

As-Needed or Daily Support

Vet Formulated & Owned

Artificial Flavors / Sugars

Never

Often

Energy Type

Steady endurance energy

Quick carb energy boost

Directions

Dogs

>0 – 3.75lbs 1/16 tsp twice a day

4 – 7.5lbs 1/8 tsp twice a day

8 – 14lbs 1/4 tsp twice a day

15 – 30 lbs 1/2 tsp twice a day

31 – 80 lbs 1 tsp twice a day

81 – 120 lbs 1 1/2 tsp twice a day

>120 lbs 2 tsp twice a day

Cats

>0 – 3.75lbs 1/16 tsp twice a day

4 – 7.5lbs 1/8 tsp twice a day

8 – 14lbs 1/4 tsp twice a day

>15 lbs 1/2 tsp twice a day

Cautions

Not to be used in pregnant animals. If animal’s condition worsens or does not improve, stop product administration and consult your veterinarian. Not for use within 48 hours of surgery or anesthesia. Not for use during diarrhea.

How to Feed

You can sprinkle the recommended amount right over every meal.
You can feed it as a treat– scoop the proper dosage into a small meat patty and roll it up, mix the powder with a small amount of cottage cheese and serve.
You can put the recommended scoop into an ice cube tray, add water or broth, and freeze. Give twice a day.

Why Give it Every Day? High-drive dogs burn through energy and fluids quickly, especially during training or sport. Athlete supports the systems that get depleted fastest — stamina, circulation, and fluid balance — and those benefits build with consistency.

Daily use helps smooth out the intense “full-throttle, then crash” pattern many athletic dogs experience, promoting steadier output and healthier recovery over time.

Tested. Trusted. Vet-Approved.

Herbsmith takes a trust-but-verify approach to every formula. From carefully sourced herbs to the final product, each ingredient is tested for purity, potency, and authenticity. Our cGMP facility, owned and operated by Dr. Chris Bessent, follows strict processes designed to meet the highest safety standards while independent third-party labs confirm what’s on the label is exactly what’s in the bottle. With the NASC Quality Seal and rigorous in-house checks, you can feel confident that the final product is safe, consistent, and worthy of your pet’s bowl.

cGMP Certified Facility

Made in our own facility under veterinary oversight. Every batch meets the highest safety and quality standards—because your pet deserves nothing less.

NASC Seal of Aproval

Independently verified to exceed industry standards. This seal isn't given lightly—it's earned through rigorous quality control and testing.

Responsibly Sourced

We partner only with cGMP-compliant suppliers committed to sustainability and conservation. Trust but verify—it's our promise to you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Product Questions

How do I give Athlete?

You can sprinkle the recommended amount over meals, mix it into a small meatball, blend it with cottage cheese, or freeze it with broth into cubes. Whatever method you choose, consistency matters. Give it twice daily and store the jar tightly sealed in a cool, dry place.

Will Athlete make my dog more hyper or “amped up”?

No. Athlete isn’t a stimulant and doesn’t create an energy spike. Instead, it supports balanced stamina and fluid regulation, helping high-drive dogs avoid the classic burst-and-crash pattern.

Can I use Athlete with a glucosamine or joint supplement?

Absolutely. Athlete supports stamina, fluid balance, and circulation, while glucosamine supports the structural integrity of joints. Many active dogs benefit from using both together—especially if they’re training or competing regularly.

Is Athlete safe for daily use?

Yes. Athlete’s herbs are gentle enough for everyday support and effective enough for working dogs. Daily use helps smooth energy output and promote steady recovery over time.

Can I use Athlete on competition days?

Most organizations allow herbal supplements, but rules vary. Please check with your sport or competition body to ensure compliance.

Can cats use Athlete?

Yes. Athletic or high-energy cats—especially acrobatic breeds—can benefit from the same support for stamina, circulation, and recovery. Use the feline dosage chart for accurate feeding.

Order Questions

When will my order ship?

All orders are shipped within 1-2 business days.

What is the 100% Product Quality Guarantee?

We stand behind the quality of each and every product that goes out our doors. If the product you receive isn’t quite up to snuff, please reach out.

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