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Giving Pets Probiotics and other Supplements

Pet owners are giving pets probotics to help their immune systems. Pets are also getting fatty acids for skin and coat health.

According to the National Animal Supplement Council, the pet supplement market has grown about 15 percent annually since 2000 and is now a $1.3 billion business, Approximately 17 percent of pet owners give their cats and dogs some type of supplement.

A pet supplements is are intended to complement the diet and help support and maintain a normal biological function. The products include multivitamins for overall health and pills that claim to alleviate joint problems.