Vitamins for old cats - how to choose according to composition, release form

It is very difficult to look at your beloved cat after an illness; I want to help her restore her health. Not all foods contain a complete complex of microelements that an animal needs; the growing body of kittens and the fading body of older pets require special attention. Below are the best vitamins for cats: tablets, drops with vitamin D and calcium.

What vitamins, minerals and amino acids are important for kittens

Vitamins

are a group of low molecular weight organic compounds with a fairly simple structure and diverse chemical nature. These compounds are involved in many biochemical reactions, are catalysts for metabolic processes, and complement some of the functions of prohormones and hormones.

The following vitamins are especially important for a kitten’s developing body:

A.

Needed for cell growth and renewal, normal vision and immune system maintenance.

Group B.

Such vitamins affect almost all vital processes. They are necessary for the normal functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, the musculoskeletal system, the nervous system, the development of muscle tissue, and the functioning of the heart and blood vessels. Their deficiency negatively affects the condition of the coat and the functioning of the genitourinary system.

Vitamin B3, also known as nicotinic acid, is very important for a kitten. It must come from food. Its deficiency can affect the functioning of the digestive and nervous systems, the condition of the skin and coat, and cause frequent diarrhea due to problems restoring the intestinal mucosa. Nicotinic acid is destroyed during cooking.

Vitamin B6 is no less important. Its deficiency is manifested by baldness in the head and abdomen, a tendency to form uroliths, and sometimes even damage to the central nervous system.

C.

It stimulates the immune system, helps the body provide protective functions, promotes the absorption of mineral compounds, and is actively involved in metabolism. In kittens, this vitamin is synthesized in the liver, but with severe helminthic infestation or other pathologies, its deficiency may occur.

D.

This vitamin promotes the absorption of calcium and phosphorus and is essential for the normal growth of bones, teeth and claws. Vitamin D for kittens should be supplied “in the company” of minerals, and in the correct, biologically based ratios.

E.

It is an antioxidant that fights free radicals. In addition, this substance is necessary for the normal development of the reproductive system. Very important for kittens during early development.

K.

A vitamin involved in hematopoiesis and is responsible for the normal pattern of clotting.

Of 23 amino acids

11 are not synthesized in the cat's body. These are taurine, arginine, isoleucine, lysine, threonine, tryptophan, methionine, leucine, phenylalanine, valine and histidine. Moreover, they are indispensable for normal metabolism and the functioning of all body systems. These amino acids must come from food.

Minerals

– biologically significant elements. They are divided into macroelements (potassium, calcium, magnesium, sodium, sulfur, phosphorus, chlorine) and microelements (bromine, iron, iodine, cobalt, manganese, copper, molybdenum, selenium, fluorine, chromium, zinc). The former form organs and tissues, are part of the main body fluids, the latter are part of enzymes, hormones and other biologically active compounds. With a deficiency or excess of these elements, the kitten becomes susceptible to a number of diseases and lags behind in development.

Comparative characteristics

To choose the best vitamins for kittens, check out the comparative characteristics.

So, we found out that the best vitamins for adult and small kittens of all breeds are Anivital CaniAgil. They improve your pet's overall health and help make their coat look better. Ideal for transition from breastfeeding to regular food. But they are quite expensive.

The Russian complex Agrovetzaschita "Radostin" has the best comparative price-quality characteristics. This supplement also strengthens the immune system and improves the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, and also solves hair problems.

Gamavit is most suitable for recovery after serious illnesses and operations. But to use it, you will have to learn how to give injections yourself. This supplement improves immunity, stress resistance, and restores health and strength.

If your animal eats natural food, then give him Canina Cat Mineral Tabs. It is specially recommended for those who do not eat dry food. You can give it as soon as you wean the kitten from the cat’s breast, along with the first adult food.

How to understand that a kitten lacks vitamins from food

If a pet lacks certain vitamins, its health begins to suffer, its beauty is lost, and its behavior changes. The following signs are typical for vitamin deficiency:

• decreased activity, loss of interest in toys;
• growth slowdown;
• prolonged sleep, lethargy;
• lack of confidence in movement, clumsiness;
• dull appearance of fur, its loss;
• lack of weight gain or sudden weight loss;
• susceptibility to infectious diseases.

These symptoms indicate that you need to consult a specialist as soon as possible. You can find out which vitamins and elements your kitten lacks through laboratory tests.

Calorie norm

A sufficient amount of calories for a pet is considered to be one that provides the cat with high activity, maintains the required body temperature, and allows the digestive, respiratory and cardiovascular systems to function normally.
The average daily intake of an adult cat is 200-300 J per kilogram of weight. Thus, a pet weighing 3 kg needs about 1000 J daily, cats weighing 4 kg need 14 J, cats weighing 5 kg need 1500 J.

Option 1:

• 25 g beef or veal;
• 5 g lung;
• 10 g water;
• 2 g vegetable oil;
• 5 g yeast;
• 4 g cereal flakes.

Recipe 2:

• 10 g liver;
• 25 g lean fish;
• 4 g buckwheat;
• 7 g water;
• 0.2 g yeast;
• 5 g low-fat cottage cheese.

Causes of vitamin deficiency

Poor nutrition.

Cats are small predators. The ancestors of our mustachioed pets ate mouse-like rodents, birds, even insects, and if they could catch them, then fish. Small bones, feathers, fur, and internal organs of the prey fell into the cat's stomach. Since cats hunted small game, they did not bury the remains of their prey, like dogs, for example, and ate it fresh, just killed. Therefore, you should not feed your cat food high in carbohydrates, spoiled foods or table scraps! It is also undesirable to use only clean meat, especially boiled meat, without vegetables and other additives. The kitten's diet must be balanced!

Stress

. Any stressful situation is an active consumption of the body’s reserves and associated problems. The kitten may “worry” about being separated from its mother cat, being handed over to new people, or not receiving enough attention.

Changing teeth

. A kitten's teeth usually change between 3 and 5 months of age. This process is gradual and requires the owners to pay attention to the baby’s health. First of all, you need to pay attention to nutrition. The food given to the kitten should be rich in calcium, phosphorus and vitamin D. Their deficiency can lead to improper formation of the tissues of new teeth and subsequent rapid destruction. There is also a risk that new teeth may grow unevenly, which will affect the quality of chewing food. You should pay attention to the presence of safe toys on which the baby can “scratch his teeth” without the risk of swallowing a piece.

Artificial feeding

. Kittens that consume mother cat's milk receive from it all the vitamins and minerals the body needs. If for some reason babies are left without a mother and are fed with special formulas, then special attention should be paid to their “post-milk” diet and include additional vitamins in it.

Helminths

. Parasitic worms that are in the kitten’s body take away many nutrients and bioactive substances from it. The body's strength is depleted. In this case, you need to not only take care of nutrition and introduce vitamin-mineral complexes, but first of all get rid of helminths.

Diseases

. Various diseases also undermine the body's strength. During treatment, you should be sure to provide your baby with adequate nutrition and introduce supplements recommended by your doctor into your diet.

Fast growth

. Increased growth in kittens is an additional burden on the body and requires diet correction.

General feeding rules

• Breed name: Scottish Fold cat (Scottish Fold).
• Country of origin: Scotland / UK.
• Weight: 4–5 kg.
• Height at withers: up to 30 cm.
• Average life expectancy: up to 15 years.
• Average price: 5–20 thousand rubles.

At the very beginning of their lives, Scottish cat babies feed exclusively on their mother's milk, so feeding such a pet does not cause problems. This period lasts several weeks, after which any breed of cat, including the Scottish Fold, can be fed one of three main types of food:

• exclusively natural and fresh food products;
• dry or jelly-like ready-made food;
• proper mixed diet.

As a replacement for mother's cat's milk, special adapted formulations can be used, as well as some self-prepared mixtures based on:

• 250 ml of concentrated milk, half an egg yolk and a couple of teaspoons of fructose;
• 100 ml cow's whole milk, 30 g whole milk powder and 5.0 g dry yeast;
• 100-110 ml of whole milk, 100-110 g of boiled milk, raw egg yolk and a couple of teaspoons of corn oil.

When choosing a feeding method, it is necessary to take into account the taste preferences of your pet, and also focus on the availability of a sufficient amount of free time required for independent cooking. A kitten aged one and a half to two months should be fed five times a day.

It is also permissible to provide such a pet with free access to food. By about six months, the number of feedings is gradually reduced to three times a day, and starting from eight months, the kitten is transferred to two meals a day. The food given to your pet must be fresh and at a comfortable room temperature. Among other things, the kitten should have access to clean drinking water at all times.

1. The basis of the menu should be meat. Natural food or ready-made food: pay close attention to the composition and quality of raw materials.
2. Artificial additives, dyes, spices, salt, stabilizers, flavors and sugar are prohibited. By excluding them, you will ensure the natural development and good health of your pet.
3. Provide the Scot with water. This is the most important feeding rule.
4. Make sure the food is at room temperature and the correct consistency. It is better to give crushed food to Scottish kittens up to 3 months old. Closer to 6 months, they switch to large pieces, which will ensure normal development of the jaw muscles.

The Scots, together with the British, have long dictated the rules of home etiquette. Not only its health depends on how carefully you pay attention to feeding a kitten, and then an adult cat. A satisfied pet who is satisfied with the contents of the bowl will become a source of peace and well-being in your family.

Features of vitamin-mineral complexes

Kittens that are fed a natural diet are susceptible to a lack of vitamins and minerals, since it is quite difficult to balance the diet at home. The worst situation is with macro- and microelements. High-quality feed already contains the necessary substances and takes into account the average statistical needs of the animal. However, even when using them, a deficiency of certain substances may occur. Then the question arises about the additional use of vitamin-mineral complexes. Today their choice is very wide.

Direction of action

. Vitamins have a complex effect on the body. There is no specific vitamin that would be responsible, for example, only for hair growth. B vitamins, which are often promoted for “healthy skin and a beautiful coat,” are also necessary for the synthesis of blood cells, the development of the nervous system, the immune response and perform many other functions. Micro- and macroelements are needed for the full development of a growing organism and are closely related to vitamins. Therefore, very often vitamins and minerals are combined in one complex. But not all bioactive substances are compatible. In order not to cause unwanted interactions, the drugs are prepared according to a special recipe.

Method of application and forms

. As a rule, vitamins in injectable form are prescribed to animals with reduced or absent appetite, serious diseases and disorders. For prevention, food forms are sufficient. Fat-soluble vitamins are often offered as oil solutions. They must be used very carefully and strictly dosed in accordance with the instructions, since these vitamins are excreted slowly and can be deposited in the body. Tablets and powders contain a formative base, vitamins themselves and sometimes various additives.

Storage.

Vitamins are quickly destroyed and have a short shelf life. Be sure to read the instructions. Do not expose preparations to humidity, sunlight or high temperatures. You should never use expired vitamins!

The AVZ company offers the following vitamin preparations for your little pets.

Important to remember

• Adult healthy city dwellers who eat well do not have vitamin deficiency.
• Adults who are not pregnant and eat a nutritious and varied diet do not need vitamin supplements. Certain groups of people are recommended to take supplements with vitamins D, B9, B12, and children from developing countries, but not from Russia, take a supplement with vitamin A. If you follow the recommendations for intake, these vitamins can be taken without tests.
• Blood tests for vitamins are only needed for certain groups of people. These are patients with serious illnesses that prevent them from absorbing vitamins, and people who adhere to a strict vegan diet. The doctor selects dosages individually.

Radostin® for kittens

Radostin® is a vitamin and mineral complex in which the substances are in a balanced, physiologically based ratio. To ensure the best bioavailability of active substances and prevent their antagonistic effects, microelements are enclosed in chelate form, and vitamins are in microcapsule form.

Radostin® contains the following active ingredients:

• vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, provitamin B5, B6, B12, C, D3, E, H;
• iron, potassium, calcium glycerophosphate, manganese, copper, selenium, zinc;
• "Bio-Mos" (mannanoligosaccharides);
• raspberry leaf, mussel hydrolysate, chitosan succinate, spirulina, taurine (according to the recipe);
• auxiliary components.

This vitamin and mineral complex has a synergistic effect on the health of kittens, helps normalize metabolism, prevent vitamin and mineral deficiency, as well as diseases that develop against their background. Radostin® increases the pet's vitality and the body's resistance to disease. The multicomponent composition of the drug makes it possible to solve many problems of deficiency of bioactive substances.

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"Vittri"

Combined vitamin preparation. Contains vitamins A, E, D3 in physiologically reasonable ratios. Intended for the prevention and treatment of hypovitaminosis A, D, E, xerophthalmia, rickets, osteomalacia, dermatitis, poorly healing wounds and ulcers, catarrhal inflammation of the mucous membranes, as well as to increase the viability of young animals. Vittri, like any drug containing fat-soluble vitamins, must be used strictly in accordance with the instructions and never exceed the dose. To prevent rickets in a kitten, one drop of the drug is enough for 2–3 months. This drug is especially relevant for kittens born in autumn and winter.

Do not forget that even the best and most expensive vitamin preparations are ineffective if you feed your kitten food that is unbalanced in the main nutritional components, spoiled food or table scraps.

Phytomines for cats Veda

The consonant name appeared as a hint at the composition of the drugs: the line contains medicinal herbs with optimal concentration for each task. Phytomins Veda are completely natural, but a lasting effect occurs only as a result of taking a long course. The line of drugs includes products that solve urological problems, improve the condition of the coat, for sterilized and neutered cats, and a product that helps with allergies.