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1. cats.com › vitamin-a-for-catsAll About Vitamin A for Cats

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   Jun 5, 2024 · Vitamin A Deficiency in Cats. Thankfully, since the development of commercially available complete pet foods, vitamin deficiencies in cats have been rare. But with the rise of home-cooked diets and an interest in vegetarian (and even vegan) diets, as a veterinarian, I have noticed conditions like vitamin A deficiency are on the rise.

2. www.animalwised.com › vitamin-a-for-cats-dosageVitamin A for Cats - Importance, Deficiency & Safe Dietary ...

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   Jun 26, 2024 · Similarly, pregnant and nursing cats may have slightly higher vitamin A needs, but consulting your veterinarian is crucial before giving any supplements, as too much vitamin A can be harmful. In rare cases, cats can experience vitamin A deficiency due to a restricted diet, certain medical conditions, or prolonged illness. A veterinarian can ...

3. www.nasc.cc › pet-university › vitamin-deficiency-catVitamin A Deficiency in Cats - NASC LIVE

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   Feb 6, 2015 · The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) recommends that adult cat food provide 9000 IU of Vitamin A per kilogram of food. The most common sources of Vitamin A are liver, fish liver oil and egg yolks. Be careful to not give too much Vitamin A because it is a fat-soluble vitamin that can lead to toxicity if you over dose.

4. wagwalking.com › wellness › vitamin-a-for-catsVitamin A for Cats - Wag!

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   Feb 8, 2024 · Vitamin A is critical for night vision in cats. It helps cats form the macular pigments needed to see in low light. Night vision isn't possible for cats without vitamin A, and one common early sign of a vitamin A deficiency in cats is night blindness. Vitamin A's importance to growth and development begins in utero.

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6. vethelpdirect.com › vetblog › 2024/10/21The importance of getting the right vitamin A levels for cats

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   Oct 21, 2024 · Vitamin A is an essential nutrient in cats and important for many bodily functions including: Eye health, including night vision – Vitamin A is a component of proteins that are important for vision. Skin health – Vitamin A is involved in the creation of the cells within the skin. Cell growth, allowing the growth and development of organs ...

7. petcareadvisors.com › cats › vitamin-a-in-catsVitamin A in Cats Functions, Signs of Deficiency and Excess

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   Next Post →. Cats need at least 9000 IU/kg of vitamin A, and it has various functions. Inadequate vitamin A will result in deficiency symptoms like poor eyesight, conjunctivitis, retinal degeneration, night blindness, etc. On the other hand, an excessive amount will lead to toxicity (hypervitaminosis A).

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   Can cats have vitamin A deficiency?

   • In rare cases, cats can experience vitamin A deficiency due to a restricted diet, certain medical conditions, or prolonged illness. A veterinarian can diagnose a deficiency and recommend a proper treatment plan, which might include vitamin A supplementation.

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   How much vitamin A does a cat need?

   • Cats need at least 9000 IU/kg of vitamin A, and it has various functions. Inadequate vitamin A will result in deficiency symptoms like poor eyesight, conjunctivitis, retinal degeneration, night blindness, etc. On the other hand, an excessive amount will lead to toxicity (hypervitaminosis A).

   Vitamin A in Cats Functions, Signs of Deficiency and Excess

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   Can a cat eat a lot of vitamin A?

   • As the safe dose range for vitamin A is so wide (over a thousand times the recommended dietary minimum in cat food), vitamin A toxicity is rare in cats fed a complete commercial diet. However, it can occur in cats fed large amounts of liver, which is very rich in vitamin A.

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   What happens if a pregnant cat has low vitamin A?

   • If a pregnant cat has low vitamin A, it can cause stillbirth or serious congenital problems in her kittens. Your veterinarian will usually suspect vitamin A deficiency by the cat’s symptoms and through discussing your cat’s diet. The recommended treatment is simply to increase the amount of vitamin A your cat is eating.

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   Do cats need vitamin supplements?

   • Too much, as well as too little, of a vitamin can harm your cat’s health. Your veterinarian can ascertain whether your cat needs any supplements and recommend safe and proven products. Thankfully, since the development of commercially available complete pet foods, vitamin deficiencies in cats have been rare.

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   Why is vitamin A important for cats?

   • While vitamin A is vital for feline health, it's a micronutrient, meaning too much or too little can have negative effects. Since cats can't produce vitamin A on their own, it needs to come from their diet. This article by AnimalWised dives deep into the importance of vitamin A for cats.

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9. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › articles › PMC11010875Pet Wellness and Vitamin A: A Narrative Overview - PMC

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   The treatment of vitamin A deficiency in dogs and cats involves administering vitamin A supplements orally or via injections, contingent upon the severity of the condition [6,9]. Additionally, transitioning to commercial pet foods formulated to meet nutritional requirements may be warranted if the pet was previously fed deficient homemade diets.