Alternative Medicine for Pets/clorophyll for cats

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My cats love to chew on wheat grass. Unfortunately, I can't always get it for them. A woman at a pet store suggested giving them chlorophyll. I had bought it in capsule form, then hesitated to give it to them. Is it safe? How much should I give them? Thanks!

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Hi - I believe one capsule between 2 cats per day will be fine:

SEE here: this info may help:
http://www.dogbreedz.com/dog_articles/dogarticle/veggies_for_pets.htm

You can grow your own wheat grass with a grow lamp.
YOU may want to look into that:

Marie Peppers lPN MA

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