Ruff! Why Your Dog Needs Canine Health Supplements Too

Like humans, a dog's diet needs vitamins andwhat your dog is lacking from their daily food. Senior
nutrients to help him/her live the most active, healthydogs with painful arthritis greatly benefit from
life. Supplements, both food and vitamin, ensure yournutrients to relieve inflammation and sore joints.
dog lives a full, enriching lifestyle. Just as we humansPuppies, overweight or inactive dogs, active and
take vitamins to avoid disease and ensure goodworking dogs, pets under stress, pregnant or nursing
health, so should your four-legged friend.dogs, pets on restricted diets, fighting illness,
Factors such as your dog's age, breed, activity level,recovering from surgery, or on medication may all
environment and genetics will determines what typesneed additional nutrients. Certain breeds of dogs are
of supplements can and should be used for them.prone to health issues and deficiencies and will need
Dogs and humans alike need a balanced diet withhealth supplements to lead a full and active life.
proteins, carbohydrates, fats and water. In addition,Supplements full of nutrients will help them have:
vitamins contingent on the size and predisposed- Strong bones
medical conditions of your dog can help them live life- Maintain healthy muscles and immune system
to the fullest.- Have a shiny coat of hair
Health Supplements and Food- Strong toe nails
Nutritional dog food is the start to good health, but- Strong teeth
vitamins and minerals are also needed to let them live- Treat allergies
the most active lifestyle. As every pet is different,- Arthritis
from weight, to size, to breed and activity level, so- Digestive problems
are the nutritional needs of your dog.- Skin and coat conditions
A food supplement can be used in addition to their- Weight concerns
regular diet. These supplements can help improve- Calcium deficiencies
their health and energy levels, increase lifespan andA deficiency of just one ore more nutrient can leave
help them overcome disease or infections. Whenyour four-legged friend vulnerable to disease.
humans have a strong immune system we are betterHappy Pet
equipped to fight disease and the same can be saidHealth supplements are necessary to your dog's
for your dog.overall health and should be a part of an overall
Dog Needshealthy life style, including regular exercise. Discuss
A larger breed dog has special health needs as theiryour pet's diet with your veterinarian and get them
bones and joints undergo more stress then a smallerstarted on a healthier, nutritionally balanced diet
dog, requiring vitamins and nutrients to make up fortoday.