You should seek the advice of your veterinarian if your pet is ill as only he or she can correctly advise on the diagnosis and recommend the treatment that is most appropriate for your pet.

Cat and Dog pet food worldwide sales exceeded $24 billion (£15 billion) during 1998

The latest figures confirm that Cat and Dog food is really BIG business, with total sales of prepared pet foods worldwide exceeding $24 billion (over £15 billion) during 1998. 

Over the previous 4 years sales increased by an average of 12.8% (dogs) and 15.5% (cats). Sales in USA accounted for 39.3% of the total and sales in Western Europe accounted for 35.5%.

These figures do not include the cost of snacks, treats, human foods and home-made rations which are also fed to many pets throughout the world.

Provet is interested in your views about pet foods. Do you think they are they expensive ? Are they value for money ? Does your pet like them ? Are they important for your pets health ?  Why do you buy your preferred pet food ?

• Price - cheapest ?
• Nutritional content ?
• Advertising profile - a popular brand
• Recommendation by friends/breeders
• Your pets choice as judged by acceptance

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