Quick answer

Choose Grandma Lucy's Inflammation if your dog needs joint and mobility support alongside digestive health, thanks to its blend of turmeric, ginger, and pumpkin. Pick Firm Up Pumpkin powder if your main concern is firming up loose stools or maintaining normal GI function with a simple, single-ingredient approach.

What each supplement does

Grandma Lucy's Inflammation combines pumpkin flakes, kale, blueberry, turmeric, and ginger in a 6oz formula. The turmeric and ginger provide natural anti-inflammatory properties that support joints and mobility, while the pumpkin and kale aid digestion. This makes it a dual-purpose supplement for dogs with occasional stiffness or age-related joint discomfort.

Firm Up Pumpkin powder is a straight pumpkin digestive aid available in 4oz, 8oz, and 16oz sizes. Its single-ingredient formula is designed to support normal GI health and stool consistency in both dogs and cats. The lack of added herbs or spices makes it a simpler, more targeted option for digestive upset without extra ingredients.

Key differences at a glance

The main difference lies in ingredient complexity and intended benefits. Grandma Lucy's Inflammation includes multiple active ingredients for joint and mobility support, while Firm Up Pumpkin focuses solely on digestive health with pumpkin powder. If your dog has no joint issues, the extra ingredients in Grandma Lucy's may be unnecessary. Conversely, if your dog needs both digestive and joint support, Firm Up Pumpkin alone won't address mobility concerns.

Price and size also differ. Grandma Lucy's 6oz container costs $6.79 (regularly $9.99), while Firm Up Pumpkin 8oz is $13.31 (regularly $17.99). For dogs that only need digestive help, Firm Up Pumpkin offers more product per dollar. For combined needs, Grandma Lucy's provides two benefits in one formula.

Tradeoffs to consider

  • Ingredient complexity: Grandma Lucy's has multiple active ingredients (turmeric, ginger, kale, blueberry) that may benefit joint health but could be unnecessary for dogs without mobility issues. Firm Up Pumpkin is simpler and less likely to cause reactions. Choose Firm Up Pumpkin for a minimalist digestive aid; choose Grandma Lucy's if you want joint support too.
  • Price per serving: Grandma Lucy's 6oz costs $6.79. Firm Up Pumpkin 8oz costs $13.31. Per ounce, Firm Up Pumpkin is more expensive, but you get a larger total quantity. Consider how long each will last based on your dog's size and dosage. For long-term digestive-only use, Firm Up Pumpkin may be more economical per dose. For dual benefits, Grandma Lucy's offers value.
  • Targeted use: Grandma Lucy's is best for dogs that need both digestive and joint/mobility support. Firm Up Pumpkin is specifically for normal GI health and stool firmness. If your dog has chronic loose stools but no joint issues, Firm Up Pumpkin is the more focused choice. Match the supplement to your dog's primary symptom: joint issues + digestion = Grandma Lucy's; digestion only = Firm Up Pumpkin.

Product facts

  • Grandma Lucy’s Inflammation: Contains pumpkin flakes, kale, blueberry, turmeric, and ginger in a 6oz format. Formulated to support joints and mobility. The turmeric and ginger provide natural anti-inflammatory benefits that can help dogs with occasional stiffness, while the pumpkin and kale support digestion.
  • Firm up pumpkin powder 8oz: Firm up pumpkin powder is a digestive aid in a powder format, available in 4oz and 16oz sizes (8oz shown here). The single-ingredient pumpkin formula is ideal for dogs that only need digestive support, and the size options let you choose the right amount for your dog's needs.

Which one fits your dog?

Best for

  • Dogs with occasional joint stiffness or mobility concerns that also need digestive support
  • Owners who prefer a multi-ingredient supplement with natural anti-inflammatory herbs

Not for

  • Dogs that only have digestive issues without joint problems (choose Firm Up Pumpkin instead)
  • Owners who want a simple, single-ingredient digestive aid with no added herbs or spices