Our pet's diet should be properly balanced. By feeding commercial food or homemade food, we are not always able to provide the dog with all the necessary ingredients. Animals often need a more individual approach, feeding according to their needs and supplementation that will compensate for any deficiencies or help in the event of illness. What vitamins can you give your dog? When is supplementation necessary? How to choose the right supplements for our dog?
BARF supplementation-diet prepared by a owner
BARF is becoming more and more popular. It is a diet consisting mainly of meat, but also vegetables, fruits, and supplements. The owner prepares the meals himself, calculates the amount of specific ingredients and adds the necessary supplements. BARF can be raw, but also cooked.
Why is supplementation in the BARF diet necessary?
We give the dog selected cuts of meat, and the meat available in stores is deboned, hairless and previously bled. The diet cannot be deficient, and we cannot achieve this by serving only meat. We must remember to supplement calcium, iodine, vitamin D, B vitamins, omega-3 acids, vitamin E, sodium, chlorine and taurine in cooked meals.
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CISTUS- The fight against parasites
Cistus helps fight parasites because it changes your pet's body odor, but it also has many other benefits. Its regular administration may have a positive effect on the functioning of the liver and pancreas. It is a good choice for dog allergy sufferers because it calms down allergic reactions. It also has broad antiviral, antifungal and antibacterial effects. Cistus is an extremely valuable addition to the diet and can be safely used even all year round.
Omega-3 ACIDS, the basis of a dog's diet
Omega-3 fatty acids are an essential component of a dog's diet because they balance the excess omega-6 fatty acids found in the meat of industrially farmed animals. Our pet's body is unable to effectively absorb omega-3 fatty acids of plant origin, so we should choose oils of animal origin. Omega-3 fatty acids are most often found in the form of oils from salmon, krill, anchovies, and sardines. They can be in the form of liquid oil with a convenient dispenser, but also in squeezable capsules.
Omega-3 acids improve the condition of the coat, reduce inflammation, have anti-cancer properties, and strengthen the immune system.
Supplements for stress- supplement for sensitive dogs
Dogs are exposed to many stimuli every day that can be stressful for them. Living in a big city, our friends have to pass multi-lane intersections, loud buses, cyclists, children and other dogs. Urban conditions are difficult. Narrow sidewalks, little greenery - these are not natural conditions. Sensitive or traumatized dogs often experience enormous stress every day. We can support our pet with supplements that will reduce stress levels and support the secretion of serotonin (the happiness hormone). They can be found in the form of sedative tablets with lemon balm, CBD oils, or supplements with tryptophan. The administration of such substances should be consulted not only with a veterinarian, but also with a behaviorist.
Supplements for dogs are valuable and, in many cases, necessary. Let's not forget that we must choose specific products wisely and after consulting a specialist. Additionally, let's buy high-quality products, as natural as possible and without unnecessary ingredients!!!!