supplements??????

[bernicesmama]

I have been told to give a variety of supplements to my dogs but I am wondering what do you give to your dogs and how often. I have been told honey, olive oil, cottage cheese......what have you found to help your dogs' health? How often do you give this to your dog? I am feeding my dogs nutro lg. breed puppy formula but am thinking of switching to blue buffalo. i want them to have healthy joints, nice coat and to generally be healthy. Thanks for the help, again! lol

[DaneGirl2208]

i know alot of people who order supplements and vitamins from this place..
http://nzymes.com/index.htm
a few of my friends get their dogg supplements for hip pain,longevity,shedding, skin problem things like that..i havent tried any yet but iv been recommend to them many times..

[sheplovr]

I feel if you feed your dog one of the best u can afford or find most things take care of itself. Since Gino's episode he is doing great on Bil Jac frozen, bowels are formed to scrape those glands, I cleaned them best I could, he is eating well, his coat is gorgeous without anything but honey once a week one tbsp and all dogs get it here.

They also get plain yugurt a cup and if loose bowels I give them one tbsp of pumpkin, the holiestic way is better than meds from vets. It helps one thing and kills another organ. I do not give my dogs shots only every 3 years and a 3 year rabi vac, they are most healthy bright eyed, bushy tailed, lol and full of energy. I worm with Zimectrin horse wormer once a month on one mi only, size of new eraser on new pencil and it takes care of heart worm as well so it saves me money and my friends now I tell you all also. It comes in names such as Roemectrin , Iver care, etc. bought at Trader Horns, Tack shops Agways, feed stores cheaper also. A tube last me quite a bit of time. My pups are always negative as I worm the female right before mating her. Just to clean her out and I hot lime our property every spring to killl any bugs, eggs, etc.
Just a tip from Pat. hope it helps and u take heed that this stuff works I use it on my good shepherds and it will help cut your costs. Cottage cheese is good if no heart problems kinda high in sodium. Honey is great for dogs as a cleaser and heart tonic.

[sheplovr]

If u want supplements I use www.springtimeinc.com/live and get Buff Off Garlic to keep fleas off my dogs I never seen a tick and never see any nats or bugs at all on my dogs. I used to get Fresh Factors but got too expensive to find other ways for supplements such as honey, etc. I am using up Joint Guard on Inko he is young and good for joints, ligaments, and bones. Great products just getting to high for me with so many dogs but if u can afford them they are made of the best all natural ingredients and u can ask to speak to the president about his products too.

[Dobified]

Acadian Sea Kelp provides iodine to the body for correct functioning of the thyroid gland, which influences overall health, metabolism, skin and coat. Kelp also contributes to good pigmentation. Kelp contains some protein, is rich in iodine, calcium, sulfur, magnesium, iron, copper, phosphorus, sodium and potassium as well as vitamins A, B, E and D. Kelp also contains something called mannitol, a gentle purgative and bile stimulant, small amounts of lecithin, a phosphorus compound thought to be of great importance in the knitting of broken bones, especially in the older dog, and some carotin, a precursor to vitamin A production.

Red apples contain potassium, phosphorus, chlorine, sodium, magnesium, calcium, sulfur, iron, flourine, and silicon, plus many trace minerals.

Organic milled oat contains an antioxidant, and has a higher proportion of fat and protein than most other grains. Oats have a high silicon content, which makes them good for bones and connective tissues. They also soothe the digestive and nervous systems. They are low in starch and high in mineral content, especially potassium and phosphorus. Oats also contain calcium, magnesium, are rich in vitamin B and a very good source of iron, they also cleanse the intestines of impurities. Oats are a strength giving cereal, and are known as a nerve, blood and hair tonic. They help to build strong bones, nails and teeth.

Alfalfais a source of chlorophyll, magnesium, phosphorous, potassium, and is a natural anti-inflammatory. Alfalfa is also considered a tonic, kidney cleanser, and alkalinizer of the whole system, and contains 8 digestive enzymes.


Omega 3 fatty acids are used for combating inflammation conditions, hormone and immune system regulation, tumor fighting abilities, strengthening kidney, heart and liver functions, vision improvement and healthy coat and skin.

Flax seed oil is probably the most economical way to add Omega 3 fatty acids. This oil comes in either gel caps or opaque or amber bottles to protect it from sunlight and oxygen. This oil has a slightly nutty flavor and most dogs find it appetizing and will eat it readily poured on their food. A general rule of thumb for amounts is one teaspoon daily for small dogs, 1/2 tablespoon for medium dogs and a tablespoon for large dogs. Some dogs demonstrate a sensitivity to flax seeds and flax seed oil. Please monitor your dog closely, when using different essential fatty acids.

Salmon oil is sometimes more effective for immune compromised dogs, or dogs prone to allergies. The components of DHA and EPA are already converted and easier for some dogs to process than flax seed oil. Usual dose is 1,000 mg per 20 pounds of body weight, but it can be given in a higher dose of 1,000 mg per 10 pounds of body weight.

[Dobified]

OK that info was from here :

http://www.theskyesthelimit.com/CLIngredients.htm

That is an excellent website for information . It is not true raw feeding but it gives you a very good idea of what you can feed raw to your dog or as supplements to your dog's diet.

[littleLABgirl]

I give my dogs "missing links suppllement" with olive oil for the coat and ketchup for vitamin E

[BabyElephant]

Poppy is currently on Efavet for her skin/coat problem but when she's finished these the vet says she can go on to ordinary human evening primrose oil (500mg/daily) and when she gets to the age of about 5 (or before if she starts to show joint problems) then she can have glucosamine with chrondroitin to help protect her joints.

I don't know if this is true in dogs as well as humans, but I am on the glucosamine for my RA, the specialist says that I can take it for 3 months and then stop it for 3 months as it's effects last and you don't need to keep taking it all the time (unlike the fish oils I take).

[msmkm]

For the most part supplements are dependent on the dog and if the dog has a condition. You have to be careful when giving them, particularly minerals and vitamins. You need to make sure that the combination of what you are giving as a supplement combined with what is in the food is not too much for the dog. Overdoses can be worse than none at all.

I read somewhere that studies are starting indicate a link between kelp and damage to one of the internal organs, I think it was the liver, but can't remember for sure.

For any large breed I would start giving glucosimine minimum of 500 mgs. per day at the top end of the first year as a preventative for joint problems. I also give wheat grass the actual grass and not the pills etc. to the dogs. It helps rid the system of toxins.

[Deb's Tiny Dogs]

This new food I'm switching to - Life's Abundance - comes with a box of supplement, geared for your dog. I think that's a good idea.