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Reviewed by Ann Pruitt, InfoHorse.com · Updated June 2026
Dr. Baker's Canine System Saver all-natural dog supplement product
Dr. Baker's Canine System Saver all-natural dog supplement product
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Dr. Baker's Canine System Saver

Dr. Baker's Canine System Saver was developed by a veterinarian to address some of the most common problems facing dogs (and cats) while also providing superior preventive protection.

How Did Dr. Baker's Canine System Saver Come To Be?

Before Dr. Baker's Canine System Saver, there were limited options available for the treatment of chronic inflammatory and degenerative diseases - and they carried serious side-effects. Frustrated by this, and determined to find a better answer, a veterinarian began his research. He believed there had to be a natural solution without side-effects that would slow down the degenerative and inflammatory processes.

After a decade of careful research and testing, he developed an entirely natural supplement with none of the negative side effects of steroids, anti-inflammatories and immunosuppressants. Moreover, he discovered his supplement carried an added benefit he wasn’t expecting – it also worked as a preventative rather than just as a palliative. Clinical trials confirmed that he’d hit a home run; it was time to make System Saver (Canine and Equine) available to the public.



So What IS Canine System Saver?

System Saver is an effective, safe, plant-based alternative to corticosteroids, non-steroidal anti-inflammatories, and immunosuppressants. Over the past several years, countless people and animals have taken System Saver with beneficial results.

So How Does Canine System Saver Actually Work?

System Saver's all natural formula activates intrinsic broad-spectrum metalloproteinase enzyme inhibitors.* By encouraging regulation of these tissue destructive enzymes, this formula controls damage done to cartilage and other tissue during athletics, traumatic injury, repetitive activity, and aging. When tissue damage exceeds the ability to repair this damage, degenerative disease occurs. Regulation of excessive tissue destructive enzyme activity permits regenerative healing to prevail once again.

Important Note: Metalloproteinase enzymes are also responsible for activating the biochemical mediators (including TNF-alpha) involved in many chronic inflammatory, autoimmune and immune mediated disorders. By encouraging regulation of these enzymes, System Saver has proven effective in the management of many of these conditions.

Is It True That Canine System Saver Inhibits Inflammation & Has AntiOxidant Properties Too?
Yes! In addition to inhibiting tissue destructive enzymes and inhibiting the activation of inflammatory mediators, our ingredients also have been shown to have direct broad-spectrum (by multiple pathways) anti-inflammatory activity as well as antioxidant properties. These combined activities mitigate tissue destruction, chronic inflammatory disorders, oxidative stress, immune mediated disorders and acute inflammation.

So How Is Canine System Saver Different From Other Joint or Auto-Immune Supplements?
Well… for one, it really works! Unlike other joint support products, System Saver doesn't just supply nutrients for cartilage repair. System Saver provides for the intrinsic regulation of the inflammatory, immune and degenerative enzyme systems. This means that cartilage damage is prevented before it occurs, making System Saver the ideal choice for healthy joint maintenance. When used with a dog already suffering from arthritis, inhibition of additional cartilage damage permits regenerative processes to prevail. At the same time, the anti-inflammatory effect provides relief from pain and loss of function.

Can Canine System Saver Actually Help To Restore Health?

YES! By supporting the regulatory systems that control excessive immune, inflammatory and degenerative activity, it helps restore and maintain health in the face of chronic inflammatory and immune-mediated conditions. By supporting the prevention of these conditions and inhibiting joint damage, System Saver permits a better quality of life for the aging animal. You will find no other supplement that provides such a broad spectrum of benefits.

Canine System Saver manages the processes underlying chronic disorders such as:
~Arthritis, hip dysplasia
~ Chronic Inflammatory diseases
~ Dermatitis
~ Chronic Degenerative Conditions
~ Inflammatory Bowel Disease
~ Geriatric Support
~ Respiratory Disorders

So System Saver Doesn’t Have The Bad Side Effects That Steriods and Commonly Prescribed Medications Have?
Absolutely right! If medications harm vital organs or the immune system, what real good are they? Unlike traditional anti-inflammatory medications and corticosteroids, side effects such as gastric ulcers, vomiting, intestinal bleeding, colitis, immunosuppression, and adrenal, kidney or liver problems are not an issue.

Note: Unlike nutraceuticals (chondroitin, glucosamine, hyaluronate), Canine System Saver inhibits the destructive enzymes, rather than just providing nutrients for repairing the damage. Canine System Saver's unique dual action mechanism inhibits chronic inflammation, as well as tissue degeneration.

Biotrope developed this totally unique product to accomplish this by:
~ Inhibiting enzymatic tissue breakdown
~ Regulating the enzymes involved in chronic inflammatory disorders

Why Is Controlling The Metalloproteinase Enzymes Important To My Animals?

Canine System Saver's patented formula is the only source of broad spectrum metalloproteinase enzyme inhibitors. By regulating these enzymes, this formula controls damage done to cartilage and other tissue during athletics, repetitive activity, and aging. These same enzymes are also responsible for activating the biochemical mediators involved in many chronic inflammatory disorders. By regulating these enzymes, Canine System Saver has proven effective in the management of many of these conditions.

So Canine System Saver Is Safe as Well as Effective?

The all-natural plant based formula means that Canine System Saver is safe as well as effective. Its active ingredients are extracted from all natural plant sources: Frankincense, Citrus reticulata,Camelia sinensis, Curcuma longa. Our Veterinary formula is made from the same quality ingredients as our human formula, but is adjusted to meet the needs specific to the individual species. Read about our all-natural ingredients We use standardized extracts to ensure specificity, consistency and purity. We use only vegetarian capsules and extenders in our encapsulated product. (Our equine powder uses all natural flavoring for palatability.)

Note: This product is not intended for use by pregnant or nursing animals or for pediatric use. Please consult your health care professional if you or your animals are taking other medications to ensure there will be no interactions or contraindications. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. As such, we are required to state that this product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Can Canine System Saver Help With Chronic Skin, Coat and AutoImmune Problems?
Yes it can— and does! When the immune and inflammatory systems fail to respond to the signals intended to govern their response, the host suffers an autoimmune, hyper immune, hypersensitivity or chronic inflammatory disease. A prime example of this is found in cases of chronic dermatitis that persists although the inciting cause (parasite, fungus, bacteria, etc.) has undergone treatment. Many forms of frustrating dermatitis fail to respond to treatment until the intense, out of control inflammatory response is subdued with steroid therapy. System Saver provides a safe, effective alternative to corticosteroids and their negative side effects. System Saver implements the intrinsic regulators of these systems to curb the excessive reaction, permitting a return to the normal, healthy state.

Can Canine System Saver Help My Aging Dog?

Biological and biochemical factors, not time, cause the changes associated with aging. Canine System Saver safely and effectively helps mitigate a number of these factors (increased inflammation, tissue destructive enzymes, oxidative stress) thereby permitting successful aging with a better quality of life.

Age related diseases are the result of the cumulative damage to tissues over a lifetime. When young, the balance between tissue degradation and tissue repair tilts heavily in the favor of regeneration. Most of us first begin to notice the age-related decline in tissue function when we’re in our forties or fifties. Our geriatric pets exhibit signs we associate and accept as the unavoidable consequences of aging. Collectively, these signs result in a state of frailty.

These include:

  • Arthritic signs - stiffness, reduced activity, lameness
  • Muscle loss with associated weakness and decreased endurance
  • Decreased cognitive function-confusion, forgetfulness
  • Increased susceptibility to disease both endogenous and infectious
Canine System Saver contains all natural plant sourced ingredients that indirectly mitigate tissue destruction, chronic inflammatory disorders, oxidative stress and acute inflammation, which are some of the major contributors to aging. Owners of older animals invariably report that their dogs act and feel years younger due to the multiple areas targeted by Canine System Saver. Mobility and behavior show dramatic improvement.

What About My Horse? System Saver Is Still The Answer!

System Saver has both a CANINE and an Equine version of the same wonderful formula. Your horses AND your dogs can enjoy the incredible benefits that System Saver has to offer!

Note: Did you know System Saver is available for you (the human) too?

How Long Does It Take Before I Can Expect Results With Canine System Saver?

Some conditions respond immediately. Others, such as very chronic conditions, may take 2-4 weeks. Every animal is an individual so allow for some time for System Saver to start working!

Order Canine System Saver For Your Dog Today!

How much is the health and comfort of your dog worth to you? One bottle of Canine System Saver for your dog has 120 capsules can last up to 2 months and is only $45 + shipping! Let System Saver help restore your dog's comfort, and great quality of life— be sure to call us and order today!




Dr. Baker's Canine System Saver all-natural dog supplement product
Dr. Baker's Canine System Saver all-natural dog supplement product

What exactly is Dr. Baker's Canine System Saver?

Dr. Baker's Canine System Saver is an all-natural, veterinarian-developed botanical supplement built around a proprietary blend of four plant extracts: Boswellia Serrata, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric), Citrus Reticulata polymethoxyflavones, and Camellia Sinensis (green tea extract). It is formulated to support a balanced inflammatory response, joint mobility, skin and coat health, and overall immune balance for active and aging dogs. The Canine System Saver is sold for $49.00 and is positioned as a single, complete formula rather than a stack of separate products. It is described as All Natural, Non-GMO, and Allergy Safe, with no fillers, additives, or artificial preservatives.

Dr. Baker's Canine System Saver supplement container detail view
Dr. Baker's Canine System Saver supplement container detail view

Who developed it and why does it carry Dr. Baker's name?

The formula was created by veterinarian Dr. Don Baker, who spent decades studying the molecular drivers of inflammation, tissue breakdown, and chronic degeneration. Its origin is deeply personal: Dr. Baker's young Akita, Pepsi, developed a severe autoimmune condition in his first year of life, and when specialists recommended euthanasia, Dr. Baker refused to give up. He built a natural botanical formula to help regulate the body's own inflammatory and degenerative enzyme activity, and within weeks Pepsi recovered and went on to live comfortably for another 12 years. That recovery launched the company, which has carried the same belief for over 25 years: when you support the body's natural balance, comfort and wellbeing follow.

Pepsi the Akita whose recovery inspired Dr. Baker's System Saver formula
Pepsi the Akita whose recovery inspired Dr. Baker's System Saver formula

The four botanicals inside the proprietary blend

Each ingredient targets a different piece of the inflammatory and tissue-protection picture. Turmeric (Curcuma Longa) supplies curcuminoids for antioxidant support and a balanced inflammatory response. Boswellia Serrata, often called frankincense extract, supports normal inflammatory signaling and connective-tissue health. Citrus Reticulata delivers mandarin-orange polymethoxyflavones (such as nobiletin and tangeretin) that act as biological response modifiers for natural enzyme regulation and balanced immune response. Camellia Sinensis green tea extract contributes catechins for potent antioxidant activity and healthy aging. The chew also includes Celery, Chicken Meal, Rice Flour, Potato Starch, Glycerin, Calcium Carbonate, Natural Flavors, and Mixed Tocopherols as a natural preservative.

Dr. Baker's System Saver veterinarian-developed botanical supplement lifestyle banner
Dr. Baker's System Saver veterinarian-developed botanical supplement lifestyle banner

How System Saver works at the cellular level

Rather than simply masking discomfort, System Saver is designed to work through what the company calls a broad but balanced botanical design that targets multiple pathways at once. The botanicals help inhibit the destructive enzymes (matrix metalloproteinases and aggrecanases) that break down cartilage and connective tissue, moderate inflammatory mediators, and manage oxidative stress, allowing the body's own healing to proceed. Because it regulates rather than suppresses, the company describes it as safe for long-term daily use. Dogs with chronic or long-standing conditions typically begin to show noticeable changes within 2 to 4 weeks, while some animals respond more quickly.

Which dogs and conditions it addresses

System Saver is aimed at dogs (and cats) dealing with allergies, arthritis, autoimmune disorders, canine hip dysplasia, chronic dermatitis, respiratory disorders, and general joint and geriatric health maintenance, including conditions that have not responded well to traditional medications. It is given by mixing a weight-based daily dose into food, with a general guideline of approximately 2.5 mg per pound of body weight, adjusted to the animal's condition and phase of treatment. The formula is generally compatible with other medications but should be used with careful monitoring alongside blood thinners, and cats often do well on smaller doses with the powder mixed into wet food.

How to buy Dr. Baker's Canine System Saver
Canine System Saver is available directly from the brand at system-saver.com for $49.00, where the company also offers Equine System Saver ($110.00) and Human System Saver ($52.00) built on the same botanical philosophy. Questions can be sent to, and the brand maintains a presence on Facebook and Instagram at @drbsystemsaver. As required, the company notes that statements regarding System Saver have not been evaluated by the FDA and that the product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease; always consult your veterinarian before combining it with prescription medications.

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What is Dr. Baker's Canine System Saver?
It is an all-natural, plant-based supplement developed by a veterinarian as a safe alternative to corticosteroids, non-steroidal anti-inflammatories, and immunosuppressants. It is designed to address common chronic problems in dogs while also providing preventive protection. The same formula is available in both a canine and an equine version.
How does Canine System Saver work?
Its all-natural formula activates intrinsic broad-spectrum metalloproteinase enzyme inhibitors, which regulate the tissue-destructive enzymes involved in degeneration and chronic inflammation. By controlling those enzymes, it helps prevent cartilage and tissue damage so regenerative healing can take over. It also has direct anti-inflammatory activity and antioxidant properties.
What conditions does Canine System Saver help manage in dogs?
It manages the processes underlying chronic disorders including arthritis and hip dysplasia, chronic inflammatory diseases, dermatitis, chronic degenerative conditions, inflammatory bowel disease, respiratory disorders, and general geriatric support. Rather than just supplying nutrients for cartilage repair, it works to inhibit the destructive enzymes before damage occurs.
What is in Canine System Saver, and is it safe?
The active ingredients are extracted from all-natural plant sources: Frankincense, Citrus reticulata, Camelia sinensis, and Curcuma longa, delivered in vegetarian capsules. Because it is plant-based, it avoids side effects associated with traditional anti-inflammatories and corticosteroids such as gastric ulcers, intestinal bleeding, immunosuppression, and kidney or liver problems. It is not intended for pregnant or nursing animals or for pediatric use, and these statements have not been evaluated by the FDA.
How is it different from glucosamine or chondroitin joint supplements?
Unlike nutraceuticals such as chondroitin, glucosamine, and hyaluronate, which mainly supply nutrients for repairing damage, Canine System Saver inhibits the destructive enzymes themselves. This dual-action mechanism inhibits chronic inflammation as well as tissue degeneration, helping prevent cartilage damage before it occurs rather than only treating it afterward.
Can it help my aging or arthritic dog?
Yes. By mitigating increased inflammation, tissue-destructive enzymes, and oxidative stress, it helps support successful aging with a better quality of life. For a dog already suffering from arthritis, inhibiting additional cartilage damage lets regenerative processes prevail while the anti-inflammatory effect provides relief from pain and loss of function. Owners of older animals often report improved mobility and behavior.
How much is Canine System Saver and how soon should I see results?
One bottle holds 120 capsules, can last up to 2 months, and is $45 plus shipping. Some conditions respond immediately, while very chronic conditions may take 2 to 4 weeks; every animal is an individual, so allow some time for it to start working.
How do I order Canine System Saver?
You can learn more and order at https://www.caninesystemsaver.com, or call 888-581-1220 to place an order or ask questions. There is both a canine and an equine version, so your dogs and your horses can both benefit from the same formula.
Who created Dr. Baker's Canine System Saver?
It was developed by veterinarian Dr. Don Baker, who spent decades studying inflammation, tissue breakdown, and chronic degeneration. He created the original formula to save his own young Akita, Pepsi, after specialists recommended euthanasia for a severe autoimmune condition. Pepsi recovered within weeks and lived comfortably for another 12 years, which led Dr. Baker to launch the company.
What conditions is Canine System Saver intended to address?
The brand describes it as supportive for allergies, arthritis, autoimmune disorders, canine hip dysplasia, chronic dermatitis, respiratory disorders, and general joint and geriatric health maintenance. It is positioned for active and aging dogs and for conditions that have not responded well to traditional medications. Because it is a supplement, it is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
What are the key ingredients?
The core is a proprietary blend of four botanicals: Boswellia Serrata for joint and connective-tissue support, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) for antioxidant and inflammatory balance, Citrus Reticulata polymethoxyflavones for enzyme regulation and immune balance, and Camellia Sinensis (green tea extract) for antioxidant protection and healthy aging. Other ingredients include Celery, Chicken Meal, Rice Flour, Potato Starch, Glycerin, Calcium Carbonate, Natural Flavors, and Mixed Tocopherols as a natural preservative.
How does System Saver actually work?
It uses a broad but balanced botanical design that targets several inflammatory and tissue-protection pathways at once. The botanicals help inhibit the destructive enzymes (matrix metalloproteinases and aggrecanases) that degrade cartilage and connective tissue, moderate inflammatory mediators, and manage oxidative stress. Rather than masking symptoms, it aims to regulate the body's own inflammatory and degenerative enzyme activity so natural healing can occur.
How much does Canine System Saver cost?
Canine System Saver is priced at $49.00 directly from the brand at system-saver.com. The company also offers Equine System Saver at $110.00 and Human System Saver at $52.00, all built on the same botanical philosophy.
How do I give it to my dog?
You mix the suggested weight-based daily dose into your dog's food. The general guideline is approximately 2.5 mg per pound of body weight, adjusted based on the animal's specific condition and phase of treatment. It is designed for daily use and is described by the company as safe for long-term use.
How soon will I see results?
Some animals show noticeable changes very quickly, while chronic or long-standing conditions may take 2 to 4 weeks to show visible improvement. The brand frames it as a regulating formula that works with the body over time rather than an instant painkiller, so consistent daily use is encouraged.
Is Canine System Saver safe for long-term daily use?
Yes. Because the formula is designed to regulate rather than suppress the body's inflammatory and enzyme activity, the company describes it as safe for long-term daily use. It is all natural, Non-GMO, and free of fillers, additives, and artificial preservatives.
Can I use it alongside my dog's other medications?
It is generally compatible with other medications, but the company advises careful monitoring when it is used alongside blood thinners. As with any supplement, you should always consult your veterinarian before combining it with prescription medications, especially for dogs with serious or complex conditions.
Can cats take System Saver too?
Yes. Cats often benefit from smaller doses and may prefer the powder mixed into wet food. The same botanical formula philosophy applies, with the dose scaled down for the cat's smaller body weight.
Why is the product named after a dog called Pepsi?
Pepsi was Dr. Baker's young Akita who developed a severe autoimmune condition in his first year. After specialists recommended euthanasia, Dr. Baker built a natural botanical formula to regulate his dog's inflammatory and degenerative enzyme activity. Pepsi recovered within weeks and lived another 12 years, and that success became the foundation of the company.
Is the supplement allergy-safe for sensitive dogs?
The brand markets the product as Allergy Safe, All Natural, and Non-GMO, with no fillers, additives, or artificial preservatives. It is positioned partly for dogs with chronic dermatitis and allergies. As always, owners of dogs with known food sensitivities should review the ingredient list, which includes Chicken Meal, and consult their veterinarian.
What does each of the four botanicals do?
Turmeric (Curcuma Longa) provides antioxidant support and helps maintain a balanced inflammatory response. Boswellia Serrata supports normal inflammatory signaling and connective-tissue health. Citrus Reticulata polymethoxyflavones act as biological response modifiers for natural enzyme regulation and balanced immune response. Camellia Sinensis green tea extract delivers catechins for antioxidant protection and healthy aging.
Where can I buy Dr. Baker's Canine System Saver?
It is available directly from the brand's website at system-saver.com, where you can also find the Equine and Human formulas. Questions can be directed to [email protected], and the company posts on Facebook and Instagram under the handle @drbsystemsaver.
Has the product been evaluated by the FDA?
No. The company states that statements regarding System Saver have not been evaluated by the FDA, and the product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It is sold as a dietary supplement to support the body's natural balance.
How long has Dr. Baker's System Saver been around?
The company says it has been dedicated to the same belief for over 25 years: when you support the body's natural balance, comfort and wellbeing follow. That history traces back to Dr. Don Baker's original formula that saved his Akita, Pepsi, and grew into the broader System Saver line for canine, equine, and human use.

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