Nutramax Cosequin Dog Supplements $11.5M Settlement

Individuals who lived in California and purchased certain Cosequin dog supplements for personal use between May 3, 2016, and May 6, 2022, may qualify to submit a claim for up to $150 from a false advertising class action settlement.

Nutramax Laboratories Inc. and Nutramax Laboratories Veterinary Sciences Inc. have agreed to pay $11.5 million to settle a class action lawsuit that alleged the companies misrepresented the benefits and effectiveness of specific Cosequin-branded canine supplements for dogs in their advertising and packaging.

Who can file a claim for a Nutramax payout?

Class members must meet the following criteria:

• They purchased any of the following Cosequin dog supplements between May 3, 2016, and May 6, 2022:
• Cosequin DS Maximum Strength Chewable Tablets
• Cosequin DS Maximum Strength Plus MSM Chewable Tablets
• Cosequin Maximum Strength Plus MSM Chewable Tablets
• Cosequin with MSM Chewable Tablets
• Cosequin DS Maximum Strength Plus MSM Soft Chews
• Cosequin Maximum Strength Plus MSM Soft Chews
• Cosequin with MSM Soft Chews

• They resided in California at the time of purchase.
• The products were purchased for household use by a pet, not for resale or any business purpose.

How much will the false advertising settlement payment be?

Pro rata cash payment: Class members can submit a claim for up to six qualifying products, at $25 per unit, with a maximum payout of $150 per household. Final payment amount will be determined by the total number claims filed.

How to claim a class action rebate

To receive a settlement payment, class members can file a claim online or print and mail the PDF claim form to the settlement administrator.

Settlement administrator's mailing address: Lytle v. Nutramax Laboratories, Inc. et al, Settlement Administrator, PO Box 3167, Portland, OR 97208-3167

The claim deadline is July 21, 2026

Required claim information

• Household address at the time of the qualifying Cosequin purchases must be included on claim form.
• Number of products purchased on claim form.

The initial claim form does not require supporting documentation, however the settlement administrator may request proof at a later date, if needed.

Payout options

• Zelle
• ACH transfer to a bank account
• Paper check mailed to the address provided

$11.5 million Nutramax supplement settlement fund

The $11,500,000 settlement fund will include:

• Attorneys' fees and costs: Up to $3,833,333
• Service awards to class representatives: Up to $7,500 each
• Payments to approved claimants: Remaining settlement funds

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All settlement administration costs will be paid separately by Nutramax.

Important dates

• Deadline to submit a claim form: July 21, 2026
• Deadline to opt out: June 22, 2026
• Fairness hearing: Aug. 13, 2026

When is the Nutramax Cosequin settlement payout date?

Payments will be issued to approved claimants after the court grants final approval of the settlement and claim processing is completed.

Why did this false advertising class action settlement happen?

The class action lawsuit alleged that Nutramax Laboratories Inc. and Nutramax Laboratories Veterinary Sciences Inc. misrepresented the benefits and effectiveness of certain Cosequin dog supplements in their advertising and packaging. The companies denied the allegations but agreed to settle to avoid the risk and expense associated with further litigation and a possible trial.

As part of the settlement, Nutramax agreed to remove specific statements from future product packaging, including “Mobility, Cartilage and Joint Health Support,” “Supports Mobility for a Healthy Lifestyle,” and “Use Cosequin to help your pet Climb stairs, Rise and Jump!”

Sources

1. Class notice
2. Settlement website
3. Claim form