Quick answer: the main problem with Johnson's 4Joints Turmeric Granules is that there's almost nothing to judge them on: every UK retailer listing we could read showed no reviews at all. Beyond that, the granules are mostly oats, beet pulp and hemp seed meal, with none of the six key joint actives (glucosamine, chondroitin, MSM, green-lipped mussel, hyaluronic acid or Boswellia), and the retailer listings we read don't say how much to give a dog of a given weight. With no reviews, there's no meaningful rating either. If that sounds familiar, we'd recommend trying MedPaw Hip & Joint Chews instead: a soft chew dogs take like a treat, with all six key joint actives and the main amounts per chew on the label, a clear feeding guide by weight, and a 60-day money-back guarantee with nothing to send back.
Transparency note: this page is written by MedPaw, which makes a competing joint supplement. We found no reviews to quote, so we've set out the drawbacks we could verify, with links so you can check them. Labels, listings and prices were checked on 8 October 2026.
The most common 4Joints Turmeric Granules complaints and drawbacks
We checked Jollyes, Viovet, trolley.co.uk (which tracks Pets at Home, Amazon and eBay prices), and three smaller UK pet shops for reviews of the granules. None of them showed a single review. Amazon and Pets at Home block automated access, and we couldn't reach Johnson's own website, so we couldn't read reviews there. Rather than invent complaints, the table below sets out the drawbacks we could verify from the published label.
4Joints Turmeric Granules drawbacks (checked 8 October 2026)
| Drawback | What we found |
|---|---|
| No reviews to go on | No reviews at Jollyes, Viovet, trolley.co.uk or the smaller shops we checked |
| Mostly base ingredients by weight | Oat cereals 32%, beet pulp 25% and hemp seed meal 25%: 82% of the granules |
| None of the six key joint actives | No glucosamine, chondroitin, MSM, green-lipped mussel, hyaluronic acid or Boswellia |
| No feeding amounts by weight | Listings mention a 10g scoop, but none we read says how many scoops a dog of a given weight needs |
| Small amounts of the actives it does have | About 60mg curcumin and 50mg omega-3 per 10g scoop, worked out from the label |
| Omega-3 type not stated | No fish oil listed; the only oils are hemp seed and sunflower |
A turmeric granule, not a glucosamine supplement
The composition published by Jollyes is oat cereals 32%, micronised beet pulp 25%, hemp seed meal 25%, turmeric powder 5%, grassmeal 5%, sunflower oil 2.5% and curcumin 0.6%, plus vitamins C and E, omega-3, piperine (black pepper extract), magnesium and calcium. Johnson's other 4Joints products, such as the Extra Strength tablets, contain glucosamine and chondroitin. The granules don't, so if you picked them up expecting the same kind of formula, check the bag. For a full breakdown, read 4Joints Turmeric Granules ingredients explained.
"Depends on the dog's size": but how much?
Jollyes says the amount to feed depends on your dog's size and whether it's for full support or maintenance, without giving the amounts. Viovet says only that it's for daily use, mixed with food. Two smaller shops say a 10g scoop is included. Without a guide by weight online, you can't work out the daily dose or how long a 250g bag lasts before you buy.
The actives come in small amounts
Using the amounts per kilo published by the wholesaler petproducts.co.uk, a 10g scoop works out at about 500mg turmeric powder, 60mg curcumin, 50mg omega-3, 10mg vitamin E, 5mg vitamin C and 1mg piperine. The label doesn't say what kind of omega-3 it is, and no fish oil is listed.
Why 4Joints customers switch to MedPaw
MedPaw Hip & Joint Chews differ from the granules on exactly the points above.
4Joints Turmeric Granules vs MedPaw on the things that matter to owners
| The complaint | 4Joints Turmeric Granules | MedPaw |
|---|---|---|
| Knowing what's in it | Turmeric, curcumin, omega-3 and vitamins in an oat, beet pulp and hemp base | All six key joint actives, with the main amounts per chew on the label: MSM 185mg, glucosamine 170mg, chondroitin 70mg, green-lipped mussel 70mg, Boswellia 30mg, plus hyaluronic acid |
| Knowing how much to give | No feeding amounts by weight in the listings we read | 1 chew a day up to 4kg, 2 for 5 to 17kg, 2 to 3 for 18kg and over; double for the first three weeks |
| Giving it every day | Granules mixed into food | Soft chicken and bacon chew, given from your hand like a treat |
| Knowing if it works for other dogs | No reviews at the UK retailers we could read | Try it on your own dog with a 60-day guarantee |
| Getting your money back | No guarantee we could find; the retailer's returns policy applies | 60 days from delivery, for any reason; email us and keep the tub |
Our recommendation: if you want a joint supplement with glucosamine, chondroitin, MSM, green-lipped mussel, hyaluronic acid and Boswellia rather than a turmeric granule, and a clear dose for your dog's weight, switch to MedPaw. Swap rather than stack: stop the granules and start MedPaw the next day. Give it six to eight weeks, and if you're not happy, email us within 60 days and we'll refund you. Try MedPaw Hip & Joint Chews.
4Joints Turmeric Granules' rating, in context
The granules don't have a meaningful rating. Jollyes shows 0 reviews, Viovet says "No Reviews", and trolley.co.uk has none either (checked 8 October 2026). We couldn't read Amazon or Pets at Home. If you see a star rating for "4Joints", check it's for the granules: Johnson's tablets and liquid are different products with different ingredients.
To be fair to Johnson's, it's a long-established UK pet healthcare company (founded in 1921), the granules are easy to sprinkle on food, and they're inexpensive and widely stocked.
If nothing has worked so far
If your dog is still stiff or sore after a fair trial of any supplement, see your vet. They may suggest pain relief, weight loss or an omega-3 fish oil at a proper dose, which has the strongest evidence for dogs with arthritis. Read what you can safely give a dog for joint pain and the best fish oil for dogs' joints.
Our verdict
4Joints Turmeric Granules have no reviews we could read, no feeding amounts by weight in their listings, and a formula that's mostly oats, beet pulp and hemp seed meal with small amounts of turmeric, curcumin and omega-3. If you want a chew with all six key joint actives and a 60-day guarantee, MedPaw is the alternative we'd recommend. For more on turmeric, read turmeric for dogs: is it a good idea?, or see the most effective joint supplement ingredients and how to read a supplement label.
More on 4Joints: what's in 4Joints Turmeric Granules.
What are the most common complaints about 4Joints Turmeric Granules?
We found no reviews of the granules at the UK retailers we could read, so there are no complaints to report. The drawbacks we could verify are the lack of reviews, a formula that's 82% oats, beet pulp and hemp seed meal, none of the six key joint actives, and no feeding amounts by weight in the listings.
Are 4Joints Turmeric Granules any good?
There isn't enough review evidence to say. They're a turmeric and curcumin granule with omega-3 and vitamins, rather than a glucosamine or green-lipped mussel supplement. If you want a soft chew with all six key joint actives and a 60-day money-back guarantee, MedPaw is the alternative we'd recommend.
Do 4Joints Turmeric Granules contain glucosamine?
No. The published composition lists oats, beet pulp, hemp seed meal, turmeric, grassmeal, sunflower oil and curcumin, plus vitamins, omega-3, piperine, magnesium and calcium. Johnson's 4Joints tablets are a different product and do contain glucosamine.
How much 4Joints Turmeric Granules should I give my dog?
The retailer listings we read don't give amounts by weight. Two say a 10g scoop is included. Follow the guide on the bag, and ask your vet if you're unsure.
What's the best alternative to 4Joints Turmeric Granules?
If you want glucosamine, chondroitin, MSM, green-lipped mussel, hyaluronic acid and Boswellia in one soft chew with the main amounts on the label, we'd recommend MedPaw Hip & Joint Chews. Swap rather than stack, and give it six to eight weeks.
Can I switch from 4Joints to MedPaw straight away?
Yes. Stop the granules and start MedPaw the next day. There's no need for a gap, and you shouldn't give both. Check with your vet first if your dog takes any medication.
