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Cat owners want advice from their vet about supplements

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VetSurgeon.org
Oct 05, 2022
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87% of cat owners would seek veterinary advice when choosing a supplement for their cat, according to a new survey conducted by supplement manufacturer, Vita Animal Health. 

The survey of 97 cat owners and 156 vets conducted in June last year found that currently only 30% of cat owners give supplements to their cat but 74% would be willing to try them.

The survey also found that whilst 80% of vets thought the main reasons to be hesitant about recommending feline supplements were palatability and the owner’s ability to give products, owners were less concerned about the ease of giving the supplement (53%), and more concerned about the cost (45%) and being unsure of the benefits (39%). 

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Tara Evans RVN, head of sales at Vita, said: “It is interesting that the majority of vets believe that practicalities around administering oral supplements is the main drawback to giving these products, whereas only 53% of owners were concerned about this.

"Understanding owner concerns regarding efficacy and price could help vets support more owners to move forward with supplements for their cats.” 

According to the survey, the most frequently used supplements, by both vets and owners are those made to support joints.

Cat owners also showed an interest in giving supplements for general wellness (61%). 

Tara added: “Owners are open to supplementing for general health, as well as more specific health-related issues.”

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