{"id":62,"date":"2024-10-14T11:56:16","date_gmt":"2024-10-14T11:56:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.duuvk.com\/index.php\/2021\/01\/24\/5-ways-to-improve-your-dogs-health\/"},"modified":"2021-01-24T16:00:00","modified_gmt":"2021-01-24T16:00:00","slug":"5-ways-to-improve-your-dogs-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.duuvk.com\/index.php\/2024\/10\/14\/5-ways-to-improve-your-dogs-health\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Ways To Improve Your Dog\u2019s Health"},"content":{"rendered":"

We\u2019re always getting questions about the #1 thing dog owners can do to boost their dog\u2019s health. The problem is, there isn\u2019t just one thing.<\/span><\/p>\n

So instead, I\u2019ve gathered a list of 5 things that can help make your dog healthier. <\/span><\/p>\n

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5 Ways To Boost Your Dog\u2019s Health<\/b><\/h2>\n

In no particular order, here\u2019s our top advice to get your dog on the path to good health.<\/p>\n

1. Heal Leaky Gut Syndrome<\/b><\/h3>\n

Leaky gut<\/span> is becoming a common condition in dogs. It\u2019s well-named because, with Leaky Gut syndrome, the gut lining lets toxins \u201cleak\u201d into the bloodstream. Here\u2019s what happens.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sometimes the delicate mucosal lining protecting your dog\u2019s gut gets damaged. The lining is a bit like cheesecloth that allows tiny digested food particles into the bloodstream. That\u2019s when it\u2019s working properly. <\/span><\/p>\n

But if the bacteria in your dog\u2019s gut get out of balance, and the \u201cbad\u201d bacteria start to outnumber the friendly bacteria. When this happens, the \u201ccheesecloth\u201d gets damaged and stretched out. This means it can let larger undigested food particles, bacteria and toxins pass through into the bloodstream. This causes many adverse reactions. First, it makes the liver work overtime to filter out the toxins. And then the immune system jumps into action to fight off the intruders (toxins). This can cause chronic inflammation in your dog.<\/span><\/p>\n

And this chronic inflammation can lead to all kinds of health conditions:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • Allergies<\/span>, skin disease, <\/span>thyroid<\/span>, <\/span>joint<\/span>, heart disease, spinal cord, eye or brain issues.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Inflammatory bowel disease, chronic cystitis, collapsing trachea, laryngeal paralysis.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Liver, gallbladder and pancreatic disorders.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Behavior problems such as aggression and obsessive-compulsive disorders.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Autoimmune disease and nutritional deficiencies. These can lead to cancer or chronic inflammation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Leaky gut is serious. But you can <\/span>manage it<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

    2. Feed Raw<\/b><\/h3>\n

    This shouldn\u2019t come as a surprise. Raw is the fastest growing sector of the pet food market.   People are recognizing that when it comes to feeding for health, <\/span>kibble<\/span> isn\u2019t the way to go.<\/span><\/p>\n

    There are many reasons kibble isn\u2019t good for your dog:<\/span><\/p>\n

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    • Most kibble contains 25 to 45 percent <\/span>starch<\/span> and dogs don\u2019t need starch in their diet.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Excess starch supports unhealthy gut bacteria.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • The high-temperature cooking process destroys the nutrients in the food.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Manufacturers add synthetic vitamins to replace the missing nutrients, which are harmful to your dog. <\/span><\/li>\n
    • High heat denatures the protein, making it hard for your dog to digest.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Animal nutritionist Dr Richard Patton makes it clear. <\/span>\u201cA bowl of kibble once a day is tantamount to daily endocrine abuse and is unhealthful. After eating, blood sugar spikes, insulin pours forth, blood sugar plunges.\u201d<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

      Natural enzymes<\/span> and <\/span>beneficial bacteria<\/span> are in raw pet foods. They\u2019re undamaged by any type of cooking process, making them much healthier. Raw foods are also full of REAL, natural vitamins and <\/span>minerals<\/span>, not fake ones.<\/span><\/p>\n

      And, a raw diet can help prevent and manage many common health conditions:<\/span><\/p>\n

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      • Gastrointestinal, liver and kidney disease<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Allergies and skin disease<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Obesity<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Arthritis<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Hormonal disease<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Cancer<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        3. Add In Some Antioxidants<\/b><\/h3>\n

        Your dog gets bombarded by <\/span>toxins<\/span> at every turn. I\u2019m talking about pesticides, antibiotics and toxins in food. Cleaning and lawn chemicals and vaccines too. And these toxins build up in the body and generate free radicals.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Free radicals are a natural byproduct of certain processes in the body, including metabolism.  They cause oxidative stress on your dog\u2019s body, damaging his cells, proteins and DNA. So what can you do to control the proliferation of free radicals?<\/span><\/p>\n

        The answer: <\/span>antioxidants<\/span>. Antioxidants help keep those free radicals under control and promote better health for your dog.<\/span><\/p>\n

        A healthy diet full of <\/span>antioxidants<\/span> helps prevent free radical takeover. And there are several foods you can add to your dog\u2019s diet to boost his antioxidants. One of my favorites is <\/span>berries<\/span>, which are full of a powerful antioxidant called <\/span>quercetin<\/span>. <\/span><\/p>\n

        4. Detox The Entire Body<\/b><\/h3>\n

        The food your dog eats, the water she drinks, even the air she breathes all bring <\/span>toxins<\/span> into her body. Vaccines, pesticides and chemical <\/span>flea<\/span> and <\/span>tick<\/span> meds are also a huge issue.<\/span><\/p>\n

        It\u2019s impossible to deny it. We live in a toxic world.<\/span><\/p>\n

        I covered toxins earlier with antioxidants, but there\u2019s even more you can do to clear them out. <\/span>Detoxifying<\/span> your dog means cleaning out the various systems \u2013 from head to tail. Just like you\u2019d do a detox for yourself, your dog also benefits from a good cleanse.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Whether you do it yearly or every 6 months, <\/span>a regular detox <\/b>is a great way to \u201cclean house\u201d and boost your dog\u2019s health.<\/p>\n

        If you want to help detox your dog, try <\/span>chlorella<\/span> or <\/span>bentonite clay<\/span>. <\/span><\/p>\n

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        5. Switch Out The Fish Oil<\/b><\/h3>\n

        Last, but not least, we\u2019re going to talk about fish oil. This is a hard one for some to accept, but it\u2019s important.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Millions of people feed their dogs fish oil because of the <\/span>omega-3s<\/span>. And that\u2019s a good reason to because your dog needs omega-3s. Omega-3s support immune health, heart health, brain health and more. They also balance out omega-6s, which can cause inflammation and chronic disease.<\/span><\/p>\n

        But <\/span>fish oil<\/span> isn\u2019t the best (or even a good) source of omega-3s. In fact, it <\/span>could be harming your dog<\/b>. Fish oil:<\/span><\/p>\n

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        • Is extremely vulnerable to oxidative damage and rancidity.<\/span><\/li>\n
        • May contain toxins like heavy metals and polychlorinated biphenyls.<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Is often full of radioactive particles.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          It\u2019s also killing the ocean.<\/span><\/p>\n

          So what\u2019s the alternative \u2026 no omega-3s? Of course not. There are several safe alternatives that give your dog the fatty acids she needs. One of our favourites is <\/span>green lipped mussels<\/span>. <\/span><\/p>\n

          Giving your dog a healthy life is a choice. But if you use these tips, you cans tart to get your dog back on track to healthy living.<\/span><\/p>\n

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