Fighting infections
Diet is one of the most important elements to solve the underlying problem of yeast build up and its resulting infections throughout a dog's body.
Written By: Aakriti Ganguly | Updated: Jul 6, 2018, 8:52 PM
Diet is one of the most important elements to solve the underlying problem of yeast build up and its resulting infections throughout a dog's body.
A dog's diet is the foundation of building good immunity. Every dog's requirement for nutrition is different. For instance, a large sized adult dog's nutritional needs vary from that of a small sized adult dog. An ideal wholesome meal should contain Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Omega 3 fatty acids as they have important immune and anti-inflammatory functions that contribute to a dog's health and vitality. Your dog's meal should contain these nutrients.
Newborn pups are the most susceptible to infections. There is an ‘Immunity Gap' when they wean off their mother's milk and this is an extremely crucial time to ensure that they are fed a diet which has been carefully designed to deal with the situation. To bridge this gap, it is imperative to feed them the optimal pet food which contains colostrum.
A pet's coat is the reflection of its health and the food that it consumes. A shiny and healthy coat is the result of optimal nutrition which is a key to a dog's general well-being. Provide your dog with high-quality diet with digestible protein sources. Foods with Omega 3 fatty acids also play an important role in promoting a healthy coat with minimal shedding.
It is quite common for pet owners to feed their pets with whatever is on their plate or the leftovers. Avoid raw meat, raw chicken, excessive fibrous vegetables and raw or cooked bones. It is essential to follow a particular diet plan and a close watch should be kept on a dog's health when switching food habits.
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