Can reduce problems with bloating, diarrhea, dry skin, dull coat, and bad breath. This is thought to be the missing link in pet nutrition. Antioxidants help inhibit the oxidation process that occurs in the body during normal cell metabolism. It is believed that oxidation causes cells to become damaged. Good source of proteins and B-vitamins.
Deficiencies are common in lactating pets.
A nursing mother can lose a third of her calcium supply. A supplement containing calcium can be beneficial. Calcium deficiencies are also common in cats that are only fed meat. Calcium can also slow bone and joint degeneration in older pets. Another fatty acid.