Sentences with phrase «excess calcium supplementation»
Like hip dysplasia it has been linked to over-feeding during the growth phase and excess calcium supplementation.
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Calcium deficiency can be corrected simply by adding 1 g of bone meal to each 50 g of meat, but excess supplementation can increase the risk of osteochondritis in growing large breed dogs (Hazewinkel et al. 1985).
Some such factors that could worsen symptoms are rough play, jumping, climbing, excess weight gain / rapid growth, calcium supplementation (which increases novel remodeling) or forced distance running especially on tarmac, asphalt or hard surfaces.
Additional supplementation of calcium to a balanced diet (eg, dairy, bone meal, over-the-counter supplements) is therefore contraindicated for puppies during this period, as excess calcium will be absorbed.