Article From SubmitYOURArticle.com: What Herbal Supplements are Available For Dogs?

Natural herbal health supplements for dogs are
becoming more popular with pet owners. They do
not contain any pesticides or chemicals, and
irradiation is not used in the manufacturing
process.

Conventional manufacturers use irradiation to
prevent bacterial growth, and to increase product
shelf life. This process is responsible for
destroying the vitamins and enzymes needed for
healthy canines. Only certified raw ingredients
are used in producing natural health supplements
for pets.

As these supplements become more readily
available, more and more pet owners are starting
to use them. Much like humans, dogs can suffer
from a range of ailments related to digestion,
vision or joints which can be improved via diet
supplementation.

Supplements can also help dogs that are
overweight, with weight loss adding greater
quality of life to the dog.

Supplements you can give your dog:

Vitamin B Complex:

Vitamin B can help in growth and limit negative
reaction to vaccines. It is found in yeast, wheat
bran, liver and kelp.

Low levels of this vitamin can manifest as:

Hair loss, premature gray coat, back leg
weakness, loss of appetite, eating of stool,
fleas, ticks, anxiety, edema, and cardiovascular
disease.

Vitamin C:

Dogs can make their own vitamin C from minerals
in their diet, unlike humans who must get this
nutrient from outside sources, such as sun light.
According to research for this article, your dog
does not need vitamin C supplement, and you
shouldn't feed your canine any food that contains
it.

Benefits of vitamin E for your dog:

- Better circulation.

- The dog will age slower

- Prevent cataracts

- Boosts the immune system.

- Increases endurance levels

- May dissolve breast tumors

- Improve spinal conditions

- Promotes skin and coat health

Glucosamine and chondroitin:

These supplements provide the best benefit when
given together, and are most often given for
preventative maintenance. They work to increase
joint fluid volume and protects the joints.
Glucosamine and chondroitin should be started
early in a dog's life.

Antioxidants:

Antioxidants help protect against the damage
incurred by free radicals. Free radicals damage
cells and can cause premature aging in your pet.

It is a good idea to ask your vet about
supplements to be fully informed. There is a
chance that your diet for your dog is good enough
that supplements may be unnecessary.

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