Vitamin D
supplement · base score 0.8 · also listed as vitamin d, vitamin d3
What is it?
Vitamin D is a supplement added for a specific benefit. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
At a glance
- Category
- supplement
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 0.8 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 18 products
- Also listed as
- vitamin d, vitamin d3
Common questions about vitamin d
Is Vitamin D good for dogs?
Yes, we grade it as a good ingredient: recognisable and nutritionally useful, so it lifts a product’s score. Bear in mind that no single ingredient decides quality; the whole recipe and its balance matter more.
How many UK dog foods contain vitamin d?
18 UK products list vitamin d as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is vitamin d called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: vitamin d, vitamin d3. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade vitamin d?
We grade it good, our highest grade, reserved for recognisable ingredients that add real nutritional value. Every ingredient is converted to its dry-matter share and scored from our glossary before a recipe gets its 1-100 rating; the full method is on our methodology page.
Why is vitamin D added to dog food?
Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that helps regulate calcium and phosphorus in the body. Pet food manufacturers add controlled amounts to meet a dog's daily needs.
Can dogs have too much vitamin D?
Reputable manufacturers include carefully measured levels because vitamin D needs to stay within a safe range. Always feed according to the packet and speak to your vet if you are worried.
