Not exact matches
For a carnivore, like your
dog, this means a diet that is based
on meat (around 70 percent meat, and 30 percent carbohydrate, vegetable matter, fibre, and natural sources of vitamins, minerals, trace elements, and
antioxidants).
Also, if your
dog is
on a specially - designed diet and is advised to take in a lot of
antioxidants, vitamins and minerals instead of pure animal protein, this easily digestible product is the perfect one to keep your pooch healthy and happy.
So, look out for
dog food labels that have the words «whole» and «unprocessed grains and vegetables» written
on them; this way, you can rest assured that the goodness of vitamins and
antioxidants is still intact.
Fall and winter may call for a joint formula to be added, while spring shedding is better controlled when the
dog is
on a skin and coat formula and with a busier «social life» at the
dog park in summer, you may want to consider an
antioxidant formula to help toughen your pet's immune system.
A specially formulated sunscreen, Epi - Pet Sun Protector with tocopheryl, an
antioxidant that promotes healing for burned or damaged skin, has been approved by the FDA for use
on dogs and horses.
Another study, also performed
on dogs, discovered that the senior
dogs who consumed high -
antioxidant foods were less likely to suffer from the behavioral changes typically associated with the cognitive decline commonly seen as they age.
One study performed
on dogs found that the subjects who consumed
antioxidant - enriched foods learned complex tasks more quickly than the ones who did not, suggesting that
antioxidants protected cognitive functioning.
On a cellular level
antioxidants play a role in slowing the aging process of
dogs that live a long time.
On the forefront of pet health since 1997 Manufactured in a U.S. human pharmaceutical FDA - registered laboratory Natural, human - grade ingredients Strict adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) Loaded with
antioxidants, amino acids, herbs, vitamins, minerals, and more Cold - processed using a patented paddle - drying process to retain the rich nutrients found in each ingredient Safe for
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On top of that, Orijen's adult original
dog food is made with vegetables and fruit that are meant to provide your pet with healthy
antioxidants and boost its immune system.
PetMD.com cites a series of studies conducted
on dogs that found older
dogs provided with an
antioxidant - enriched diet could learn complex tasks with more success than those
on a controlled diet.
Understanding the influence of dietary
antioxidants on development and maintenance of immune health is important when developing diets for
dogs at risk of immunological stress.
Demonstrating the positive effects of dietary
antioxidants on the immune health of adult
dogs.
Proper balance of vitamin and mineral administration to
dogs will vary depending
on dogs» age, size and breed, as well as the type of
antioxidants given.
Creating insights that suggest a favourable impact of dietary
antioxidants on maintaining a positive antibody response in adult and senior
dogs.
Dietary
antioxidants have a positive effect
on the immune function of adult
dogs In a study at WALTHAM, 40 adult
dogs (mean 4.4 1.85 years of age) were divided into two groups where half received a standard diet and the other half received the same diet supplemented with
antioxidant nutrients (taurine, vitamin E, vitamin C, lutein,?
The supplemented
dogs were maintained for 6 months
on a diet supplemented with enhanced levels of
antioxidant nutrients (taurine, vitamin E, vitamin C, lutein,?
Specially formulated with extra glucosamine and chondroitin for joint support and a boost of
antioxidants for immune system support, this is a formula that your senior
dog will thrive
on!
A food with high levels of appropriate
antioxidants has been shown to slow the rate of cognitive decline in older
dogs, and the positive effects of
antioxidants on cognition happen fairly rapidly when the
dog is a responder to this approach.
At the very least, start your diabetic
dog on a specific canine
antioxidant vision supplement BEFORE cataracts form, to help prevent them from forming!
Besides proper diet, exercise, insulin dosage, and placing your pet
on a specific
antioxidant vision supplement, there is also a special veterinary supplement available to help in the regulation and maintenance of blood glucose levels in diabetic
dogs and cats (see our Veterinary Supplements page).
So instead of the usual fare, your little
dog will be dining
on freshwater trout, salmon, herring, and high -
antioxidant complex carbohydrates like peas and sweet potatoes.
It is the belief of Dr. McCalla, however, that a
dog with PRA that is
on daily specific
antioxidant supplementation supplementation AND still has some viable retinal function at the time that the cataracts progress, can undergo cataract surgery.
GRPU is a very serious disease, in which early detection is critical — with early detection,
dogs can be placed
on lifetime daily anti-inflammatory medications and a special canine
antioxidant vision supplement to help control inflammation and also to help support the health of all the cells of the eyes, and the immune system too.
A highly palatable, sprinkle
on cat and
dog supplement consisting of probiotics, enzymes, vitamins, minerals,
antioxidants, and other nutraceuticals.