What do old dogs eat for calcium deficiency?

The method of calcium supplementation for elderly dogs

1. Feed calcium-rich foods

Eat some calcium-rich foods for elderly dogs, such as egg yolks, soy products, shrimp skins, beef, etc. These foods can be mixed in dog food and eaten together. The amount of feeding should not be too much, so as to prevent the elderly dogs from digesting it all at once, and be careful not to add seasoning, just boil it with water.

2. Feed pets with calcium supplements

The gastrointestinal digestion of elderly dogs becomes poor, and the nutrients in the food cannot be well absorbed and utilized, and the effect of calcium supplementation is not ideal. Therefore, it is recommended to feed some pet calcium supplements to the elderly dogs, mix some in the food of the elderly dogs, and eat them together.

3. Take the elderly dog ​​to bask in the sun

You can take it to bask more in the sun. The ultraviolet rays in the sun can make the elderly dog ​​produce vitamin D3 in the body. Vitamin D3 can help the elderly dog ​​absorb calcium in the body, and it is an indirect calcium supplement for the elderly dog. It is recommended to take the elderly dog ​​to bask in the sun at 9-11 am or 4-6 pm. The sun is not strong at this time, so there is no need to worry about the elderly dog ​​being sunburned. Afterwards, the elderly dog ​​should be replenished with water in time.

Symptoms of Calcium Deficiency in Dogs

1. The color of the hair will become dull, even a large amount of hair loss and sparse hair.

2. The dog has not been in an unfamiliar environment, and the indoor temperature is not low, but there are cases of shivering all the time.

3. When the dog lacks calcium, the symptoms of joint deformation and rib valgus may appear.

4. If there is calcium deficiency during tooth replacement, deciduous teeth will not fall out and permanent teeth will grow slowly.