Do dogs need supplements like joint, fish oil, probiotics, or pumpkin?

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What's your opinion on supplements for dogs? For example do you think the following is good to give my dog? Joint pill, fish oil, probiotics, pumpkin. Why or why not? Are these things needed? Pet's info: Dog | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | Female | spayed | 5 years and 5 months old | 17 lbs

Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA · Accepted Answer

If you are feeding a high quality, well balanced diet and your dog has no underlying health conditions, additional supplements are unlikely to be required. If you have any concerns, a full check up should be performed to identify the underlying conditions and advise on any supplements which can help. If your dog is a picky eater or on a mixed diet then certain supplements can help to replace nutrients which she is not consuming and the advice of a nutritionist to balance the diet should be considered

Do dogs need supplements like joint, fish oil, probiotics, or pumpkin?

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