When you feed your dog high-quality kibble, in theory, their diet is already "complete and balanced": this means it contains all essential nutrients (proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, fatty acids, etc.) in the correct proportions for the needs of most dogs.
So why add food supplements like those in our ELEMENT VET range?
➡️ 1. Individual specific needs:
Every dog is unique. Some dogs have higher or different nutritional needs depending on:
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Their age (puppy, adult, senior)
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Their physical activity (athletic, working dog)
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Their health condition (osteoarthritis, digestive issues, dermatitis, anxiety, etc.) In these cases, targeted supplements provide specific nutrients that are not present in sufficient quantities in standard kibble.
➡️ 2. Preventive support:
Even in a healthy dog, certain supplements can be given to prevent future problems:
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Joints (e.g., chondroprotectors, omega-3s to prevent osteoarthritis)
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Skin and coat (e.g., omega-3s to reduce inflammation and improve coat quality, zinc)
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Immune system (e.g., antioxidants) This helps keep your dog healthier for longer.
➡️ 3. Environmental or medical stress:
Stress (travel, moving, introducing a new dog, etc.) or certain illnesses (digestive, kidney, skin) increase micronutrient needs. Kibble is then no longer sufficient, and supplements help support the body.
➡️ 4. Variable quality of kibble:
Even if many brands claim to offer a balanced diet, not all are equal. Some kibbles are poorer in truly bioavailable nutrients (absorbable by the body). In this case, giving a quality supplement ensures your dog receives what they need.
➡️ 5. Precise and controlled composition of ELEMENT.VET supplements:
ELEMENT VET offers supplements developed with veterinarians and formulated to be well-dosed, well-absorbed, and adapted to the dog's actual needs. It's not a useless "marketing extra," it's a targeted and scientifically validated approach. The proof is that veterinarians themselves recommend and stock our range.
In summary:
Even with good kibble, a food supplement can help your dog better navigate certain phases of their life, prevent diseases, compensate for small imbalances, or simply offer them greater comfort in their daily life.
Would you like me to give you some specific examples of ELEMENT VET products and in which cases they are used exactly?
(Example: for joints, stress, digestion...) 🎯 We are here to advise you and your veterinarian is also the most qualified, they know your pet.
Excellent question! And here, the answer is even clearer: food supplements are almost essential when feeding a dog BARF or a homemade diet.
Here's why, with a veterinarian's explanation:
🦴 1. BARF
(Biologically Appropriate Raw Food)
This is a diet based on raw meat, meaty bones, offal, and a little vegetables/fruits. Although very natural, BARF is not automatically balanced. It can lack certain essential nutrients if the diet is not rigorously formulated.
What may be lacking:
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Calcium (especially if bones are not properly dosed)
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Iodine (rare in meat)
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Zinc, copper, manganese, selenium
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Vitamin D (not present in raw meat)
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Essential fatty acids (omega-3) if fatty fish or quality oil are not provided
✅ Supplements like those from ELEMENT VET precisely provide these nutrients, without having to juggle 10 different ingredients or risk long-term deficiencies.
🍲 2. Homemade diet
(cooked meat + vegetables + starches)
This is even more at risk of imbalance, as cooking destroys certain nutrients, and many owners do not have their diets formulated by a veterinary nutritionist.
What is often lacking:
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Minerals (calcium, zinc, magnesium...)
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Vitamins (A, D, E, B...)
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Essential fatty acids (omega-3)
✅ Here too, a comprehensive supplement like ELEMENT VET is often recommended or even necessary to ensure the dog does not develop deficiencies in the medium/long term.
📌 In summary:
Complete kibble: supplements are useful for specific needs or targeted support.
BARF or homemade diet: supplements are almost mandatory to ensure a balanced diet and prevent deficiencies.
Would you like me to tell you which Element.vet supplement to use according to your feeding method and your dog's needs (digestion, joints, skin, etc.)?
Here is a clear and detailed explanation of ELEMENT VET's two supplements, Vitality and Coat & Paw Pads: what they are for, when to use them, and why they are useful, even with a good diet (BARF, homemade diet, or kibble).
🧬 1. VITALITY
👉 Objective: overall body support, fitness, immunity, and energy
Vitality is a natural multivitamin and antioxidant supplement for dogs and cats designed to:
🧠 Main benefits of Vitality
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Boost tone and energy: Thanks to ingredients such as ginseng and marine magnesium, Vitality helps revitalize tired or older dogs.
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Strengthen the immune system: The presence of vitamin C, Echinacea purpurea, and zinc helps strengthen the body's natural defenses.
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Protect against brain aging: Components like blueberry, zeaxanthin, and lutein offer antioxidant protection, helping to prevent cognitive decline.
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Support for the nervous system and prevention of eye disorders: Vitamins A, D3, and E, as well as lutein, support neurological and ocular health.
🐶 When to use Vitality?
- Older dogs: To combat fatigue, cognitive decline, and boost immunity.
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Convalescing dogs: After illness or surgery, to speed up recovery.
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Sporting or very active dogs: To support endurance and recovery after exercise.
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Dogs fed BARF or homemade diets: To compensate for possible micronutrient deficiencies.
- As a seasonal cure (e.g., change of season)
🐾 2. COAT & PAW PADS
👉 Objective: healthy skin, shiny coat, strengthened paw pads
🧠 What is it for?
This natural dog and cat supplement works on:
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Problems with dry skin, flakes, itching
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Excessive hair loss or dull coat
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Strengthening paw pads (useful for dogs that walk a lot or on abrasive surfaces)
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Promoting a good skin barrier and less inflamed skin
🧾 What it contains:
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Zinc and biotin, burdock, brewer's yeast → healthy skin, good hair regrowth
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Vitamins B5 and B6, collagen → skin regeneration and cell protection
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Burdock for skin and paw pad flexibility
🐶 When to give it?
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In case of mild or recurrent dermatological problems (scratching, dandruff, redness)
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Dogs with dull coats or excessive shedding, at seasonal changes
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After dermatitis or food allergies
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As coat support during shedding or a change in diet
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Dogs with sensitive or damaged paw pads
Would you like a personalized suggestion based on your dog's age, activity, or diet? contact us
