[NOOK/ANNA]

I was just wondering if ordinary multi-vitamins for humans can be given to dogs without any adverse effect's? :hmm:

[shannon1970]

iv used vit c and codliver oil tabs no effects but a good alround vit use feramo or cheaper alternative sa37
tea spoon on dinner

[NOOK/ANNA]

thanks for the advice. :signthankspin: Much appreciated.

[kiz]

NOOK/ANNA, on Oct 29 2009, 12:49 AM, said:

I was just wondering if ordinary multi-vitamins for humans can be given to dogs without any adverse effect's? :hmm:

Not a good idea.
If the dog is getting decent food it shouldn't need any supplements.
Multi vitamins for humans are exactly that FOR HUMANS........
Most multi vits contain iron (for example) which can cause big problems for dogs, also remember that initially there may be no observable side effects, but over time the ingredients could build up in the dog.
Vitamins C, A, B6 and D can all cause toxicity in dogs.
So once again, NO, not a good idea.

[Attack Fell Terrier]

I use SA 37 which I've been told has been discontinued now? I've still got a tub of it left so I use that but when that goes I'll be looking for something similar.

Try this mate, its a replacement for SA 37 >>> SF50 Powder <<<

[NOOK/ANNA]

Just orderd tub sf50. Thank's for the advice everyone. :)

[shannon1970]

think your wrong that dogs dont need iron

[shannon1970]

no iron low blood count which makes them aneimic sorry about the spelling,
useing aussie formula you have too add iron tonic every 2 days,talking through experiance not just reading books

[shannon1970]

race greyhounds require iron at least once a week or a jab a month

[kiz]

Didn't say they don't need iron.
Too much iron can cause problems (as well as too little).
I also said that given a decent diet dogs shouldn't need supplements :thumbs:

This post has been edited by kiz: 30 October 2009 - 12:09 PM

[sandymere]

If a dog is getting a balenced diet it will get all the vit and mins it needs and if it needs iron suppliments then it has a very poor diet indeed.