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Why is Calcium So Important for Puppies and Kittens?
Do we have to give besides daily food?
Same as human, calcium have the same functions
● For strong bone, balance the calcium and phosphorus ratio in the blood
● It affects bones, muscles, and cardiac muscle
● It participates in the endocrine mechanism
That's why it's important for growing, pregnant, and lactating pets.
Daily Meal is usually a complete and balanced diet, but puppies, and pregnant, or lactating moms, need additional supplements.
If you're feeding homemade food or raw food, it's recommended to add these supplements too
How does calcium deficiency affect dogs and cats?
Calcium deficiency can be caused by:
● Inappropriate dietary content
● Excessive in urine or feces
● Calcium-phosphorus ratio imbalance
● Need a lot of calcium during growth or pregnancy and lactation
Most dogs with mild calcium deficiency have no symptoms.
However, severe calcium deficiency may cause muscle tremors, cramps, abnormal heartbeat, and stiff gait, it may even be life-threatening.
What should I pay attention to when helping Furkids with daily calcium supplementation?
If given an appropriate dose, calcium supplementation usually does not have side effects,
But still, pay attention to whether they are constipated;
If given too much, it may cause bone dysplasia, bladder stones, mineralization of soft tissue, nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite, etc.
Therefore, if fed to a dog with heart or kidney disease, special care is required, it is recommended to ask a veterinarian to assess the calcium supplementation.