You start your day with a multivitamin, a biotin pill for good skin and hair, and an elderberry syrup treatment at the very first hint of the sniffles, and you feel fantastic.
So, should you offer your dog multivitamins if they’re a crucial part of your healthcare routine? The response is a resounding “YES” for many pet owners.
In 2020, pet owners spent $800 million on supplements for their pets. Vitamin supplements for inflammation and joint, cardiovascular health, skincare and fur health, and digestive wellness top the chart as the most popular ones.
In today’s blog, we will talk about seven healthy and readily available supplements for dogs that will make your pet care easy while gifting your babies balanced nutrition.
7 Vitamins & Supplements That You Must Include in Your Pooch’s Diet
Are you ready to pick the best dog vitamin supplements for your four-legged buddy? We’ve compiled a list of our favourite picks for different phases and requirements.
1. The All In One Vitamin& Mineral Source: Superwoof
At Doggiliciouus we have always believed to turn to nature when wanting to provide the body with a boost of nutrient packed ingredients.
SuperWoof is a blend of several foods that are considered to be SUPER-FOODS! Flax seeds, Chia seeds, Moringa, Spirulina, Milk Thistle, Indian Gooseberry and many more to provide a powerhouse of vitamins and minerals that the food might be lacking for any reason.
2. Immune booster – The healing umbrellas
Mushrooms are known for their medicinal properties for centuries, and now science is catching up. Powerful anti-oxidant compounds in them fortify the body against several diseases, boosts energy and detoxifies with continued usage.
Add the mushroom – flavoured powder over your dog’s meal or combine it with her favourite healthy snack once a day. Can be added to the cooking of meals or making of broth.
3. Joint Venture – Joint support supplement
The consults services at Doggiliciouus have put us in touch with thousands of pet parents that are faced with finding out that their puppy has Hip Dysplasia or early onset of juvenile arthritis or just arthritis has set in. It is often a sad yet scary revelation to them and there is uncertainty about what must be done to ensure that their baby will have a full happy and pain-free life from here on.
For 5 years now we have been using and blending Various herbs and botanicals for our clients to help them with powerful anti-inflammatory actions to reduce soreness and pain n joints. To try and rebuild cartilage and strengthen the joints in a safe and natural way. Chemical Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) have a huge effect on the liver and are not recommended in long term use.
A combination of powerful detoxification herbs such as Alfalfa leaves, Boswelia, Ashwagandha, Turmeric and more, helps the joints with pain, and with rebuilding cartilage.
4. Liver Detox – Liv Happy.
Environmental and nutritional polutants and chemicals will lead to tremendous pressure being put on the kidneys and liver to flush out the toxins and chemicals in the system. There is no real substitute for a good healthy diet. A balanced lifestyle and a healthy environment. Always feed freshly made bio-available and species-appropriate food to your dog.
Regular liver detoxification helps the liver perform better and increase longitivity.
The liver is a toxin clearance center of the body. As such, it requires a helping hand every now and then to detox itself and flush out any accumulated garbage. Twice a year is a good protocol to follow for healthy dogs.
A combination of powerful detoxification herbs such as Milk Thistle, Amla, Spirulina, Moringa, Shitake, and more, helps the liver flush out all unwanted waste matter, helping the body function optimally. It will improve energy levels, sleep patterns, healing of the body, processing of nutrients. Keeping the Liver healthy has an impact on the whole body and its health.
Work this into your yearly routine for all dogs over the age of 1 year.
5. Healthy Gut Go-To Supplement: Kefir
Kefir’s packed with probiotics, which can help maintain a healthy gut. It’s particularly beneficial for dogs taking antibiotics, which can destroy some of the good bacteria in the belly. Kefir also contains beneficial yeasts that help counteract destructive yeasts in the body.
Kefir health benefits are vast and that is due to the 30 different strains of good bacteria and yeast present.
Rich in B complex vitamins such as Vitamin B1, B12, as well as Vitamin A, Vitamin D, Vitamin K and biotin. The main minerals present in kefir tend to be calcium, phosphorus and magnesium. Kefir can also help improve the condition of the skin and coat. Its a MUST have in your natural healing regime!
6. Gut Feeling – a tummy soother for indigestion, gas, bloat,
Just like us, dogs suffer from uncomfortable digestive issues. This wonderful blend of herbs helps calm the tummy and relax the gut and bring relief during bloating, acidity and heartburn. Regular use helps with gastro-intestinal conditions. It can also be used as an SOS when gassy and uncomfortable for immediate relief.
This amazing instant relief formula can be added to water and fed with a syringe 2-5 times a day for relief from immediate symptoms also.
For regular use it can be added to the meals or broths.
7. Renal Supplement: Smiling Rene – detox Support
Kidneys are responsible for filtering out minerals and toxins from the body through urine. Our diets and environment make it harder for our kidneys to be effective, so they appreciate a helping hand. These plant-based ingredients help the kidneys flush out toxins and function better. twice a year protocol is good for most healthy dogs. Milk thistle seeds, Dandelion root, Burdock root, Moringa, Spirulina, Nutritional yeast, and more help to get the kidneys smiling again.
Doing a renal detox every 6 months is a good idea even for healthy dogs. This blend of herbs can be added to the daily meals for 6 weeks. and then stopped.
Final Note
Even the best dietary supplements for dogs might not be suitable for some pregnant or breastfeeding bitches or those already on certain drugs. Therefore, it’s advisable to seek guidance on the finest dog vitamins from your veterinarian.
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