Supplements & Nutrition

Supplements & Nutrition

As we cannot always provide our cats with each organ we have to substitute them with supplements. Each supplement provides essential nutrients for your cat.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Supports:

· Brain function

· Immune system health

· Joint health

· Skin and coat quality

Vitamin B-Complex

Supports:

· Energy metabolism

· Nervous system function

· Growth and development

· Healthy skin and coat

Taurine

Taurine is an essential amino acid for cats.

Supports:

· Vision

· Heart function

· Digestion

· Reproduction and fetal development

L-Lysine

L-lysine is an essential amino acid for cats.

· Support immune system/ managing flare-ups of the feline herpesvirus

· Respiratory Relief

· Eye Health

· Viral Suppression/ decreases viral shedding in infected cats

Calcium (or Eggshell Powder)

Supports:

· Bone health

· Muscle contraction

· Blood clotting

· Healthy heart rhythm

Vitamin E

Low Sodium Salt

Egg Yolks

Egg yolks provide a wide range of beneficial nutrients including:

· Vitamin A- aids in growth, vision, bone, and immune system health.

· Vitamin D- aids in bone, teeth, heart, and brain health, also regulates insulin

· B vitamins- aids in metabolism function and maintain healthy skin and brain cells.

· Selenium- aids in immune and thyroid function and reproduction.

· Zinc- aids in skin and wound healing, growth, and immune response.

· Iron- aids in transporting oxygen to all parts of the body.

· Biotin- aids in skin, and coat health.

Supplement Dosage Guide

Important: Follow Dosages Carefully

Do not adjust supplement amounts without understanding their nutritional impact.

Some nutrients have a wider safety margin than others, while certain minerals must be measured precisely.

Nutrients That Require Extra Precision

Calcium

Too much calcium can disrupt the calcium-to-phosphorus ratio, contribute to skeletal abnormalities in growing kittens, increase the risk of urinary issues, and create nutritional imbalances.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Excessive amounts may cause digestive upset, lead to loose stools, reduce appetite, and increase vitamin E requirements.

Egg Yolks

Increasing egg yolk intake affects multiple nutrients simultaneously, including fat, calories, vitamins, and minerals.

Making large adjustments can unintentionally unbalance a carefully formulated recipe.

Nutrients With More Flexibility

L-lysine

L-lysine generally has a relatively wide safety margin when used in appropriate amounts. Excessive supplementation may cause digestive upset, such as vomiting, diarrhea, or decreased appetite.

Taurine

Taurine generally has a wide safety margin, and excess amounts are typically excreted by the body.

B Vitamins

Many B vitamins are water-soluble, meaning excess amounts are often excreted through urine. However, megadoses should still be avoided.

Rule of Thumb

Minerals are usually the most important nutrients to measure accurately when formulating a raw diet. Calcium deserves special attention because even small mistakes can have a significant impact over time.