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As a result of better
control of infections and parasitic diseases and improved nutrition early
in life, cats are living longer. As a result these pets are faced with
many of the same health problems associated with aging that occur in
people. |
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For example, the immune
response (the ability to fight infectious disease and cancer) decreases
with age. Diabetes, arthritis, cancer, and heart disease occur with
increased frequency. Visual loss due to cataracts and retinal
degeneration increase and mental disorder (cognitive dysfunction syndrome)
can emerge. The age at which these disorders are obvious as well as their
rate of progression can be influenced by nutrition, particularly vitamins
and minerals. |
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Unfortunately, there has
been very little research on the influence of nutrition on age-related
health problems in cats. There is however a massive amount of research in
humans and laboratory animals on this subject which was used in designing
an appropriate vitamin-mineral supplement for aging cats, Senior
Feline Formula. |
Why Choose Pet Renewal® Senior
Feline Formula?
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Although most commercial cat
foods are well-designed and have adequate levels of nutrients for growing
and "middle-aged" cats, very few have sufficiently high levels
of many micro-nutrients to address age-related chronic health problems.
Therefore, a vitamin-mineral supplement designed to furnish such nutrients
offers a simple way to provide these nutrients. |
The Science.
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This supplement was designed
by starting with the present recommendations for cats (Nutrient
Requirements of Cats, National Academy Press, Washington, D.C. 1986)
and modifying them based on the scientific evidence that some nutrients
have a significant impact in slowing the development of many age related
problems. In addition, some nutrients are required at higher levels in an
aged pet. |
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Specifically high levels of
the antioxidant nutrients Vitamin E, Vitamin C, and Selenium are included
to prevent oxidative damage in tissues which contributes to heart disease,
cancer, diabetes, arthritis, and cataracts. These nutrients also help
maintain the immune response. Vitamin K is added as an aid in preventing
bone loss, and Biotin to maintain hair and nail health. Higher levels of
Vitamin B-12 and B-6 are included since their requirement increases in the
elderly pet. High levels of other "B" vitamins (B-1, B-2,
Niacin, and Folic Acid) are also included since they many lower the risk
of heart disease and mental decline. |
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Most of the diseases
discussed develop slowly, with many pathological changes occurring in the
body before they emerge as a clinical problem. Therefore, it is
recommended that this supplement be given before the cat is really old,
for example, starting at 5-8 years. Sprinkle the powder over food daily. |
Dosage.
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We recommend the following
regime to help keep your cat healthy longer: |
