Deer Antler Velvet has been a major element of Oriental medicine for over two thousand years where it has been described as the “Emperors Tonic” such was its importance in Oriental medicine. Antler Velvet is being actively prescribed by medical practitioners in many countries today.

In Russia, the documented use of Deer Antler Velvet dates to the 14th Century, when antlers were referred to as "Horns of Gold" in reference to it's healing powers. Since then medicinal use of Antler Velvet became so widespread that deer farming was introduced to Russia in the 1840s.

Several hundred scientific papers relating to Deer Antler Velvet have now been published in China, Korea, Japan, Russia, New Zealand, Canada and USA. In 1988, perhaps one of the most important effects of Antler Velvet was described by Japanese scientists Wang and associates. They found that Antler Velvet has an anti-aging effect.

In 1999, the use of Antler Velvet was scientifically supported by clinical research in compliance with FDA regulations for its beneficial effects in treating arthritis. Empirical evidence also confirms several other therapeutically valuable actions including growth enhancement, immune stimulation, anti-aging, protective and rejuvenating effects, and beneficial effects in blood and circulation.

New Zealand supports a very important Deer farming industry and is the world’s largest exporter of venison meat and freeze dried and processed Antler Velvet.

What is Antler Velvet?

Deer Antler Velvet is the soft fast growth stage of the naturally deciduous male deer antler, harvested humanely under strict veterinary supervision so that the animal is not harmed.

For human use Deer Antler Velvet has been prescribed for a very wide range of conditions including arthritis and joint problems, strengthening cartilage and tendons, skeletal development, reproductive function, promoting growth in children, improving athletic performance, enhanced recovery from physical exertion and immune support.

Only recently however, have the health benefits of Deer Antler Velvet been applied to pets, cats and dogs. Enlightened veterinarians, pet owners and breeders have reported outstanding results especially for joint problems osteoarthritis, hip and elbow dysplasia in dogs and joint and cartilage degeneration in cats, so much so that many pet owners have requested information on the availability of human products for their own use.

It is doubtful that any other health product has ever been tested for as long and as widely for human use (in this case over 2000 years) before being formulated for use in pets, dogs and cats. Usually it has been the other way round where new drugs have been extensively tested on animals before being released for human consumption; thankfully this is not the case with Deer Antler Velvet. Recent scientific human and veterinary research into the composition of Deer Antler Velvet and the compounds that are present has supported the long held views of ancient practitioners.

Insulin-like Growth Factor-1 or IGF-1

IGF-1 is an important component of Deer Antler Velvet and is considered to be a major factor in the demand for natural human growth hormone as a safe alternative to anabolic steroids. Deer Antler Velvet is credited with containing up to 13 growth factor compounds leading to a very strong demand for this product particularly from athletes.

A number of pharmaceutical enterprises now produce IGF-1 products which are extracted from New Zealand Deer Antler Velvet. However the most effective results have been produced by taking the whole Antler Velvet product in capsule or tablet form rather than as an extract.

It seems that when an extract is produced in isolation it is incomplete and the results can be disappointing. Similar results have been documented recently comparing Vitamin C taken as a supplement with the whole fruit, where the assimilation levels were far higher for the whole fruit than for the extract.

IGF-1 sprays are one form of extract that contain highly variable quantities of IGF-1 and this should be taken into consideration before purchasing an Antler Velvet product.

Pantocrine from Antler Velvet

Pantocrine is an extract of dried and powdered Antler Velvet produced by ethanol extraction, sold in liquid form. Pantocrine is reported to increase circulation particularly in reproductive organs and stimulates production of testosterone and its metabolites. It is proven to be an effective remedy for impotence, as well as increasing libido and general sexual performance.

Numerous benefits are also reported for menopausal women with significant stress reduction and improved levels of intimacy. Pantocrine is also credited with enhancing blood circulation, lowering blood pressure and reducing aenemia. While pantocrine is credited with these and other benefits, the same can be achieved by taking the Antler Velvet in capsule form.

Glucosamine and Chondroitin

Deer Antler Velvet contains both Glucosamine sulphate, Chondroitin sulphate and Collagen type II Amino acids.

Most "natural" joint care products contain only chondroitin sulphate and glucosamine which are made from animal and shellfish by-products.  Deer Antler Velvet is a completely renewable, fully sustainable and environmentally friendly product made without harming the Deer. It is harvested from New Zealand Wapiti and Red Deer, raised under strict conditions that ensure the safety, comfort and dignity of these domesticated animals.  

High assimilation rate of Bio-Active Antler Velvet.

A recent patented Bio-Active process provides for the freeze dried and powdered Antler Velvet to be fermented before being encapsulated. This process lowers the molecular weight of the proteins and polypeptides in Antler Velvet greatly increasing the bio-availability of nutrients and compounds to be assimilated by the body. The uptake of standard freeze dried Antler Velvet is approx. 20% absorption, whereas under the patented process the Bio-Active Antler Velvet has 70% absorption.

This patented fermentation process is vitally important not only for the Bio-Active absorption of the nutrients and compounds in the Antler Velvet, but also for the cost effectiveness of the product. This bio-active process means that for a given weight of freeze dried and processed Antler Velvet, 4 times more of the active compounds are absorbed into the body. While this patented process is more expensive, in cost vs absorption of the health giving compounds, the Bio-Active Antler Velvet is approx. half the price of conventional processing methods.

This means that you or your pet are able to gain the same benefits with only one quarter of the dosage that is required to achieve the same result as conventionally processed Antler Velvet. Antler Velvet is one of nature’s greatest natural remedies for arthritis and joint problems, strengthening cartilage and tendons, skeletal development, reproductive function, promoting growth in children, improving athletic performance, enhanced recovery from physical exertion and immune support.

Our unique bio-active process, proven and quality controlled freeze drying process assures you maximum potency and benefits. We use no heat or alcohol distillation, no inactive fillers and we stand by our product being 100% pure and the most beneficial available on the market today. The difference is in the quality of our product.  

Deer Antler Velvet is much more than an all-natural alternative to standard joint and arthritis pain relievers. The compounds and growth factors work with the body's natural function to build a happier and more mobile lifestyle for you and your pets.