However dogs sweat very little, leading critics to say that the drinks could cause an unhealthy
buildup of electrolytes in dogs.
The study, published in open - access journal Frontiers in Veterinary Science, also shows that the dogs did not suffer from
a buildup of electrolytes from the drink, suggesting that electrolyte drinks are a safe hydration alternative for sniffer dogs, who are at risk of heat stroke in hot weather.
Not exact matches
Interestingly, these dogs did not suffer from a
buildup of sodium, a component
of electrolyte drinks that could have negative effects in the body in large quantities.
Replenishes lost
electrolytes and minimizes the
buildup of lactic acid for sustained performance.
Therapy is geared toward minimizing the
buildup of toxic waste products in the bloodstream, maintaining adequate hydration, addressing disturbances in
electrolyte concentration, supporting appropriate nutrition, controlling blood pressure, and slowing the progression
of kidney disease.
The
buildup of toxins,
electrolyte imbalances, dehydration, and even anemia are the causes
of a poor appetite in kidney disease.