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The major health issues we are seeing related to dry dog food include: Obesity This is a serious problem now in all developed countries, where the majority of dogs consume processed dog foods.
The United States Food and Drugs Administration is warning pet owners about a common medication given to pets to treat arthritis. The F.D.A. now says that the drug Librela may be associated with ...
Dental diets consider many aspects of oral health such as inflammation, bone health and physical and chemical characteristics of the kibble when being formulated. Some diets, chews and/or other oral products may also strive to receive approval by the Veterinary Oral Health Council (VOHC) for validation of their product's claims.
Diet plays a significant role in promoting both good bone and good dental health through the maintenance of the calcium to phosphorus ratio. Up to 99% of a dog's calcium [4] and 85% of phosphorus are found in bones and teeth. [4] An ideal ratio of calcium:phosphorus in dogs is 1.4:1.
This Australian Cattle Dog's obesity poses a health risk for the dog. Obesity is an increasingly common problem in dogs in Western countries. As with humans, obesity can cause numerous health problems in dogs (although dogs are much less susceptible to the common cardiac and arterial consequences of obesity than
Too much sugar in your dog's diet can cause problems. If they consume too much sugar over an extended period of time, it could lead to diabetes, digestive trouble and tooth decay, Purina reports.
Anethole (also known as anise camphor) [2] is an organic compound that is widely used as a flavoring substance. It is a derivative of the aromatic compound allylbenzene and occurs widely in the essential oils of plants.
A few studies asked their guardians to report on their dogs' health. Fewer vegetarian or vegan dogs were reported to have been suffering from healthcare problems compared to those on a conventional diet. [27] Specific benefits such as a better coat condition, animal scent, and others are reported as well. [3] [28]