Nutraceuticals and Supplements

Question 1

What are essential fatty acids used for?

Answer 1

To optimize condition of skin & coat

Question 2

What dietary supplement is often used for kidney, heart, skin and joint diseases (anti-inflammatory action)

Answer 2

Omega 3 fatty acids

Question 3

What is a neutraceutical?

Answer 3

Nutritional products that may also have pharmaceutical properties Ex; cranberry

Question 4

What is glucosamine and what happens to it as an animal ages?

Answer 4

A natural substance that helps form and repair body tissues such as cartilage - as dog’s age the natural production slows down, slowing down natural repair process - leads to joint pain and stiffness

Question 5

What is often combined with glucosamine supplements?

Answer 5

Chondroitin

Question 6

Vitamin E, C, selenium and beta-carotene produce what effect?

Answer 6

Anti-oxidant action

Question 7

What can we give an animal to help boost dietary intake?

Answer 7

Oral liquids or pastes