Dog vitamins explained: benefits and risks, deficiency signs, safe use of D and E, human-vs-canine formulas, dosing.
Dog vitamins explained: benefits and risks, deficiency signs, safe use of D and E, human-vs-canine formulas, dosing.
You’re noticing a dry nose, rough elbows, or itchy paws and wondering, “can I put vitamin E oil on my dog?” As a board-certified veterinary dermatologist, I talk pet parents through this every week. The short answer: a tiny, patch-tested amount of vitamin E oil may help localized dryness and can support the skin barrier—provided … Read more
Your dog means the world to you, so it’s natural to ask, “can I give my dog multivitamins?” Think of dog multivitamins as a possible boost—not a fix for a wobbly diet. This guide keeps things practical and safety-first: what’s safe (and what isn’t), real benefits versus risks, and how to choose and introduce a … Read more
Yes—but only with a veterinarian’s guidance. As a board-certified veterinary dermatologist, I see two sides of vitamin D in dogs: it’s essential for bone, immune, and skin health, yet excess can quickly become dangerous. Most healthy dogs already get enough vitamin D from a complete & balanced diet; extra drops or human capsules can tip … Read more