Canina V25, 60 tablets, 200 g is a multivitamin complex for dogs from the German maker Canina. According to the manufacturer, V25 contains key vitamins and important amino acids, supports healthy growth and proper development in puppies and young dogs, and stimulates protein and fat metabolism and blood formation. It's also recommended for pregnant and nursing bitches, to support the mother and the puppies' development and reduce stress and exhaustion during pregnancy and lactation.
Why growing and pregnant dogs need vitamins
Growing puppies and pregnant or nursing bitches need more vitamins than usual. If a dog eats a quality puppy food, this is usually already built into the recipe. Supplements are needed with home-made diets, poor appetite, large litters or on a vet's advice. More in vitamins for dogs and cats: when they're needed and what to feed a puppy by age.
Key specs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Form | tablets, 60 pcs (200 g) |
| Vitamins per kg | A 440,000 IU, D3 10,000 IU, C 1100 mg, E 440 mg |
| B group | B1, B2, B6, niacinamide, pantothenate |
| Also | vitamin K3, biotin 20,000 mcg/kg |
| Protein | 21% |
| Dosage | 1 tablet per 10 kg, max 3 |
| For | puppies, young, pregnant and nursing dogs |
Dosage
1 tablet per 10 kg of body weight daily, with a maximum of 3 tablets a day. A 5 kg puppy gets half a tablet, a 20 kg dog 2 tablets, and dogs over 30 kg no more than 3. Don't exceed the dose: vitamins A and D3 build up in the body, and for a growing skeleton too much is as harmful as too little.
Pros
- A broad complex. A, D3, C, E, K3, B group and biotin.
- For key life stages. Growth, pregnancy, lactation.
- Simple dosing. 1 tablet per 10 kg.
- A dose cap. Max 3 tablets lowers the risk of overdose.
- Plenty of biotin. For skin and coat.
- A German maker. A well-known supplement brand.
Cons
- An inaccuracy on the product page. It claims 12 vitamins and amino acids, but lists 11 vitamins and no amino acids.
- No vitamin B12. Unlike many complexes.
- A high price. Expensive per tablet.
- A vet is needed. For pregnant bitches and puppies on growth food.
How to give it
Give the tablet as a treat or crumble it into food. For small-breed puppies, it's easier to halve the tablet. Give it as a course agreed with your vet and don't combine it with other multivitamins. For large-breed puppies, it's especially important not to add extra calcium and vitamin D3 — more in food for large-breed dogs: how to choose.
During pregnancy and lactation
A pregnant or nursing bitch needs more energy, protein, vitamins and minerals. Many breeders switch her to puppy food in the second half of pregnancy, as it's more energy-dense and nutrient-rich. V25 can supplement the diet, but agree the dose and timing with your vet. On preparing for mating and heat cycles, see dogs in heat: what you need to know.
V25 and other Canina supplements
For adult dogs under heavy exercise there's the liquid Canina Canivita, and for puppies there's calcium: Canina Welpenkalk. Don't combine vitamin complexes — choose one that fits the goal.
Storage
Keep the tub tightly closed somewhere cool and dry, out of your dog's reach — dogs may eat tasty tablets all at once, risking a vitamin A and D3 overdose.
Who it suits
Owners of puppies and young dogs on home-made diets, and of pregnant or nursing bitches on a vet's advice. More supplements are in the vitamins and mineral supplements and dog vitamins sections.
Verdict
Canina V25 is a tablet multivitamin for puppies, young, pregnant and nursing dogs with a wide range of vitamins and simple dosing — 1 tablet per 10 kg, max 3. The downsides are inaccuracies in the ingredient description, no vitamin B12 and a high price; agree the course with your vet.
FAQ
How many tablets should I give?
1 tablet per 10 kg of body weight a day, maximum 3.
From what age?
The manufacturer recommends it for puppies and young dogs; agree the starting age with your vet.
Can a pregnant dog have it?
Yes, the manufacturer recommends it for pregnant and nursing bitches.
Which vitamins does it contain?
A, D3, C, E, B1, B2, B6, niacinamide, pantothenate, K3 and biotin.
How many tablets are in the pack?
60 tablets, 200 g.
Can it be combined with other vitamins?
Not without your vet's agreement.
Is V25 needed on puppy food?
Usually not — only if there's a specific need.
