Feb 22, 2009 #1 J joeynenj Member Joined Apr 8, 2008 Messages 43 Reaction score 0 Points 6 Can an elderly dog benifit from supplements even tho they eat a high quality dog food?
Feb 22, 2009 #2 H Hannahrles New member Joined Feb 22, 2009 Messages 1 Reaction score 0 Points 1 It doesn't depend on how old the dog is. If your dog is very old, the supplements will not be absorbed.
It doesn't depend on how old the dog is. If your dog is very old, the supplements will not be absorbed.
Feb 22, 2009 #3 L leopardshaz New member Joined Nov 20, 2008 Messages 6 Reaction score 0 Points 1 Yes but check with your vet as a good quality dog food does contain the correct amount of vits they need so you don't want to overdo a particular vitamin in case it damages their liver or kidneys.
Yes but check with your vet as a good quality dog food does contain the correct amount of vits they need so you don't want to overdo a particular vitamin in case it damages their liver or kidneys.
Feb 22, 2009 #4 K KeepMySoldierSafe New member Joined Feb 22, 2009 Messages 1 Reaction score 0 Points 1 Absolutely! Glucosamine and Chondroitin-for joints Fish Oil-for skin/coats
Feb 22, 2009 #5 M marks New member Joined Apr 2, 2008 Messages 29 Reaction score 0 Points 1 Sure they can benefit. It is like an older human, they need a little extra bang that food alone just can't provide.
Sure they can benefit. It is like an older human, they need a little extra bang that food alone just can't provide.