Did you know the maximum lifespan of a domestic cat is estimated to be as high as 25-35 years? Yet their average life span is only about 14 years.* And did you know the maximum life span of a dog is estimated to be about 27 years? Yet the reality is that in our society their average lifespan is only about 13 years.* One of the most important things you can do to ensure your pet’s maximum health and longevity is to provide proper nutrition. Yes, genetics is an important factor in longevity, and we can’t do much about that. But numerous studies have shown that proper nutrition plays a vital role in ensuring a long, healthy and happy life for your pet. And that’s a factor you can do something about. Vitamins and nutrients critical to your pet’s well-being can be destroyed in the manufacturing processes of mass produced commercial pet foods. This can leave your pet lacking in necessary nutrients and endangering its potential lifespan. To give your pet the best possible health, learn what supplements can do. * Brace JJ: Theories of Aging, Veterinary Clinics North America Small Animal Practice 11:811-814, 1981. Website by Dr. Christianne Schelling. A veterinarian dedicated to improving the health and longevity of your pet. Copyright © 2002 Christianne Schelling, DVM. [Privacy Policy]