[SnowWa]

Dietary needs are very complex. It is a science in itself. We should be able to feed a healthy dog a high premium dog food and not have to give it any supplements.

But, if you are concerned, direct your concerns to a vet. I know that too much of some vitamins or other additives can do more damage than good.

Our dietitians at work (Cardiology) believe that most healthy people eating a healthy diet do not need to take vitamins....with the exception of pregnant/nursing mothers and elderly people.

Check with your vet - There may be a better dog food you can feed your dog that will meet all his nutritional needs - and, your dog may be young, active, and playful and not need vitamins. If your vet wants your puppy to take vitamins, he certainly will know of an all-round good vitamin that would be right for him.

Good luck! Carol Jean

PS: Some of our patients have a medication list that is about 17 medications long. And, most of these pills are over-the-counter vitamins and diet supplements that they think they need to take. Our doctors (Cardiologists) feel that most of these are a waste of money, don't do any good, and aren't necessary at all. But - because most of them do no harm, and because the doctors have more important health issues to deal with, they leave the patients to take whatever harmless supplements they want to take.

Let's try to give our pets what they need - and not a lot of things they don't need. One good vitamin or other diet supplement may be just what your pet needs. Check with your vet.