Gerivet is a powdered nutritional supplement for pets showing signs of aging. Using this procaine/vitamin-based supplement for geriatric pets for a long improves their overall health and assists them with aging signs. The micronutrients in this supplement work on improving general tone and condition, and reinstating mental alertness along with relieving age-related stiffness. Although prepared for aging pets, this supplement can be used for younger pets also.
Gerivet powder helps in filling the diet of aging pets with vitamins, minerals and micronutrients essential for them. However, which pets are to be considered as geriatric depends on multiple factors. Considering them before preparing geriatric healthcare program for your pet is necessary.
What is a geriatric pet?
The process of getting older varies depending on their size, breed, weight and lifestyle. The table below defines the geriatric age for dogs as per their size and weight:
| Breed size | Pet weight | Geriatric age |
| Small dogs | Under 22lbs | 9 to 13 years |
| Medium dogs | 22lbs to 44 lbs | 9 to 11.5 years |
| Large dogs | 44lbs to 88 lbs | 7.5 to 10.5 years |
| Giant dogs | Over 88 lbs | 6 to 9 years |
| Cats (most breeds) | - | 8 to 10 years |
Biotin, Choline, MSM, Procaine, Vitamin E + Selenium, Zinc
| Dog/Cat weight | Daily dosage |
| Dogs up to 22 lbs and Cats | 0.088 oz (half a medicine measure) |
| Dogs 22 lbs to 66 lbs | 0.176 oz (1 medicine measure) |
| Dogs 66 lbs to 88 lbs | 0.265 oz (1.5 medicine measures) |
| Dogs over 88 lbs | 0.353 oz (2 medicine measures) |
A very good supplement for fulfilling the deficiency of nutrition in aging pets.
