# Canitide LEAN · Weight & body composition

For the 59% of dogs carrying too much. Weight & body composition. AOD-9604, dosed to your dog’s weight. From $89; reserve now, pay when it ships.

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Updated: 2026-10-13

For the 59% of dogs carrying too much. AOD-9604 is the lipolytic fragment of growth hormone studied for fat metabolism without growth effects. Pairs with a measured bowl and daily walks.

- **Actives:** AOD-9604 5 mg
- **Protocol:** Daily (morning, before food) · 12-week cycle
- **Formats:** Pen cartridge $89 (Club $76); Starter Kit $119

## Who it’s for

- Overweight dogs on a vet-guided plan
- Seniors whose metabolism has slowed
- Breeds prone to weight gain (Labs, Beagles, Dachshunds)
- Dogs on joint protocols where every pound matters

## Dosing by weight

| Weight band | Per dose | Per dose (mcg) | Per week | Cartridge lasts | Club cadence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small (under 20 lb) | 4 units | 68 mcg | 28 units | ~10 weeks | every 8 weeks |
| Medium (20–50 lb) | 6 units | 102 mcg | 42 units | ~7 weeks | every 6 weeks |
| Large (50–90 lb) | 8 units | 136 mcg | 56 units | ~5 weeks | every 4 weeks |
| Giant (90 lb and up) | 10 units | 170 mcg | 70 units | ~4 weeks | every 4 weeks |

## The research

- The effects of human GH and its lipolytic fragment (AOD9604) on lipid metabolism following chronic treatment in obese mice and β3-AR knock-out mice. Heffernan M et al. Endocrinology 2001 (mouse)
- Metabolic studies of a synthetic lipolytic domain (AOD9604) of human growth hormone. Ng FM et al. Horm Res 2000 (rodent)