What it is
Fat-soluble vitamin.
Why it's used
Included in multivitamins. Excess is possible.
Evidence by claim
| Claim | Evidence grade |
|---|---|
| Essential for bone, immune and cardiac health | A |
Cited studies
- Serum 25(OH)D status and disease outcomes in dogsJournal of Veterinary Internal Medicine · 2018View source
- Rickets, Vitamin D, and Ca/P Metabolism.Hormone research in paediatrics · 2022View source
- Hypercalcemia.The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice · 1989View source
- Characteristics of Nutrition and Metabolism in Dogs and Cats.Advances in experimental medicine and biology · 2024View source
Products containing Vitamin D3
- Hilary's Blend — Hilary's Blend Renal Supplement for Home-made Meals
- Virbac — Virbac Movoflex Soft Chews (Small)
- Pet Naturals of Vermont — Daily Multi for Dogs
- Stella & Chewy's — Meal Mixers Chewy's Chicken
- Thrive Supplements — Thrive Fortify Fusion
- Thrive Supplements — Thrive FortifyRx Fusion
- NaturVet — All-in-One Support
- Hilary's Blend — Hilary's Blend Supplement for Home-made Meals for Dogs
Educational information only. Not veterinary advice. Always talk to your vet before starting a new supplement.