Vet Answers: Do Dogs and Cats Really Need Winter Supplements?

❄️ Do pets need supplements in winter? When the temperature drops you might reach for the vitamin D, but what about our cats and dogs? In this vet video, Dr Liv from Pet Circle breaks down whether dogs and cats actually need supplements in winter and what vets really recommend. The short answer: supplements aren't automatically necessary just because it's cold. Where they help is targeted support for a specific need. Dr Liv covers the most common winter support supplements, including joint support 🦴 for senior pets, large breeds and arthritic pets whose stiffness flares in cold, damp weather (look for omega-3 fatty acids, green-lipped mussel, glucosamine and chondroitin); omega-3s for itchy, flaky skin and dull coats caused by dry winter air; and calming supplements such as L-theanine, alpha-casozepine and L-tryptophan for pets stressed by wind, rain and thunder. So do pets 'need' supplements in winter? It depends, and Dr Liv explains exactly when targeted, science-backed support is worth it. 🐾 If you'd like more guidance on choosing the right supplements for your pet you can chat with our vet team here https://www.petcircle.com.au/discover Learn more about winter pet supplements in our vet guide: https://www.petcircle.com.au/discover/do-pets-need-supplements-in-winter 00:00 Do pets need supplements in winter? 00:25 When supplements actually help 00:50 Joint support for the cold months 01:25 Skin and coat support in dry air 01:55 Calming support for storms and noise phobias 👍 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell 🔔 for more pet care tips! 🐾 #petsupplements #winterpetcare #dogjoints #petskincare #petcare #petcircle #vetadvice