Does your dog need a daily multivitamin?

If your dog already gets everything they need from their food, you might wonder what a multivitamin adds. Especially if they already have a joint or calming supplement in their daily routine.

A multivitamin can complement their diet, with ingredients that support their joints, digestion, skin and coat, heart, brain and immunity. YuM MEGA MultiVits bring support for all these areas together in one convenient bite, with formulas for young, adult and senior dogs.

But does your dog actually need one? Let’s get into it.

What does a multivitamin do for dogs?

A multivitamin is a simple way to look after more than one aspect of your dog’s health at the same time.

YuM MEGA MultiVits are designed to support everyday vitality, with natural, scientifically proven ingredients in one convenient bite. It’s a simple way to support several areas of their health at once.

A growing pup won’t have quite the same needs as a dog well into their senior years either. That’s why there are formulas specially designed for young, adult and senior dogs.

Don’t dogs get the nutrients they need from their food?

Yes. A complete dog food should provide the essential nutrients your dog needs when it’s fed according to the guidelines.

A multivitamin isn’t there to make up for something missing. It adds a mix of carefully selected ingredients designed to complement your dog’s balanced diet, including more than vitamins alone.

What’s in a dog multivitamin?

Despite the name, there’s more than just vitamins in YuM MEGA MultiVits.

The formulas contain ingredients selected to support different areas of your dog’s health. FOS and MOS prebiotics support a healthy gut, while Glucosamine supports joint health. There are essential fatty acids and Vitamin B5 for skin and coat health, Vitamins C and Vitamin E for antioxidant support and a blend of B Vitamins and Omega-3s to support areas including heart and brain health.

The exact blend changes with your dog’s life stage. The Young formula also contains Green Lipped Mussel and DHA to support young dogs’ development, while the Senior formula contains Vitamin A to support eye health and Milk Thistle seed extract to support normal liver function.

Can my dog take a multivitamin alongside other supplements?

Already give your dog YuMOVE Joint Support, Digestive Support, Skin & Coat Support or Calming Support? You don’t necessarily have to choose between the two.

Those supplements focus more closely on a particular need. YuM MEGA MultiVits cover a number of areas at once, so you may decide to give both.

Always check the feeding guidelines before combining supplements. And if you’re unsure, ask your vet or our Customer Care team for advice.

Which YuM MEGA MultiVits are right for my dog?

There are three to choose from, designed to follow your dog through different stages of life.

For those busy early years, there’s YuM MEGA MultiVits for Young Dogs, with a 6-in-1 formula that includes Green Lipped Mussel and DHA to support their development.

As they get older, you can move on to YuM MEGA MultiVits for Adult Dogs, with 6-in-1 support for skin and coat, digestion, immunity, heart, brain and joints.

And later in life, YuM MEGA MultiVits for Senior Dogs steps up to 8-in-1 support, adding vision and liver health to those six areas.

Check the age guidance on each product to see when it’s time to move your dog onto the next formula.

Can dogs have too many vitamins?

Yes, they can have too much of certain vitamins and minerals. More isn’t better, so always stick to the recommended daily amount.

Remember to take any other supplements into account too. If your dog has a health condition, takes medication or you’re unsure about giving different products together, we recommend speaking to your vet first.

Find a multivitamin for your dog

Ready to take a look? See our dog multivitamins for young, adult and senior dogs.

And if you’re scratching your head over which one to choose, get in touch with our Customer Care team. They know the range inside out and will be happy to help.