I want to be with my dog for a long time! What are the recommended treats for senior dogs?
We want our beloved dogs to live as long and healthy a life as possible.
This time, we will introduce some tips, things to be careful about, and recommended snacks that you can incorporate into your life so that your pet can stay healthy and have fun for a long time.
Bow Wow Place offers a wide variety of treats that contain the nutrients your dog needs to stay healthy. Please use the correct information to help maintain your dog's health!
1. Tips for choosing treats for senior dogs
As dogs become older, their chewing and digestive abilities weaken, and they find it difficult to eat large amounts of food at once.
Snacks not only help to supplement necessary nutrition, but they also add enjoyment to your daily life! Learn the key points for choosing snacks and use them wisely!
Low - fat and easy to digest
As we age, our digestive and absorptive functions decline, making us more susceptible to diarrhea, vomiting, and constipation. Also, foods high in fat put a lot of strain on our internal organs. Choose foods that are low in fat and easy to digest.
◆ Moderate hardness
Snacks that are relatively hard can be chewed thoroughly, which helps prevent tartar buildup and also helps relieve stress.
However, senior dogs tend to have weaker teeth, so it is best to avoid giving them treats that are too hard, such as animal bones, horns, or Himalayan cheese sticks.
This can cause teeth to chip or damage to the inside of your mouth.
Also, for children whose chewing or swallowing abilities are weakened, choose snacks that are as soft as possible.
Contains nutrients that are good for your dog
Choose food that contains nutrients that are appropriate for your dog's body and condition, such as antioxidants that prevent cell aging, good bacteria that regulate the intestinal environment, and glucosamine, which is necessary for maintaining healthy joints.
◆ Something that can help you stay hydrated
As we age, we may become less sensitive to thirst, feel reluctant to move our bodies, and stop drinking water for various reasons. In order to prevent dehydration, it is recommended that you drink plenty of fluids.
However, if your pet is drinking less water, you need to find out the reason. Please take your pet to your veterinarian for a checkup.
◆ Products that are additive-free and made with natural additives as much as possible
Senior dogs are prone to getting sick from even the smallest things.
Try to choose snacks that are free of additives such as colorings and preservatives.
Also, as long as the additives are natural, it's fine.
Food that does not contain preservatives or antioxidants is more likely to spoil, so if you choose products that are completely additive-free, you should be careful to replace them frequently.
By keeping these points in mind, you'll be able to choose the perfect treat for your dog!
2. Things to be careful about when giving treats to senior dogs
Seeing your dog happily eating a treat makes you happy too, and makes you want to keep watching.
However, it's important not to give too many treats! Let's take a look at some things to be careful of when giving treats to your dog!
However, it's important not to give too many treats! Let's take a look at some things to be careful of when giving treats to your dog!
◆ Be mindful of the appropriate amount
Be careful not to give your dog too many treats, as this can lead to an imbalance in nutrition and obesity. For senior dogs whose immune systems are weakened, a nutritionally balanced diet is essential. Obesity not only puts strain on the legs and hips, it also puts strain on the heart and respiratory system, and increases the risk of developing diseases such as diabetes.
◆ Make it possible for your dog to eat dog food as well as treats
Some senior dogs will not eat dog food and will only eat treats, but this may be a sign that their appetite is decreasing.
Try to find ways to encourage your dog to eat dog food as much as possible, such as by reviewing the contents of his food or changing the eating environment.
◆ Be aware of nutritional balance
As your pet gets older, it may eat less. In such cases, you need to be careful about nutritional balance. Choose snacks that are as low in calories and nutritious as possible. If your pet has a chronic illness, dietary restrictions may be necessary, so please consult your veterinarian.
◆ Adjusting feeding posture
Depending on your posture, it can be easier or harder to swallow. Large dogs are tall, so if you feed them with their head down, it will be harder for them to swallow, so it is recommended that you place the treats a little higher.
3. Recommended Snacks
Here are some recommended treats! Take a look at the features of each one and choose the one that's right for your dog.
<Low-fat snacks! Also contains nutrients and moisture>
♦ Moora Moora Kangaroo
This product is made with 95% to 99% luxurious kangaroo meat, which is wild-raised in the Australian wilderness. Kangaroo meat is low in fat, high in protein, and low in cholesterol.
It is a healthy, lean meat that is gentle on the body and is known as room meat. Recently it has been attracting attention as an alternative to venison.
Kangaroo meat is paired with red beets.
It contains beta-cyanin, which has antioxidant properties, is naturally sweet, and contains minerals such as iron, making it a food that is said to be like a ``drinkable blood transfusion.''
It also contains green apple, the king of fruits, which is rich in vitamins and minerals.
It is a healthy, lean meat that is gentle on the body and is known as room meat. Recently it has been attracting attention as an alternative to venison.
Kangaroo meat is paired with red beets.
It contains beta-cyanin, which has antioxidant properties, is naturally sweet, and contains minerals such as iron, making it a food that is said to be like a ``drinkable blood transfusion.''
It also contains green apple, the king of fruits, which is rich in vitamins and minerals.
No other ingredients are used than those listed, and no additives are added. It is an ideal snack that is highly palatable and easy to digest.
This freeze-dried method creates a vacuum, lowers the air pressure, and sublimates the moisture to dry it. It recreates the delicious taste of freshly made meat without compromising its flavor or nutritional value. It's also a great snack because you can rehydrate it with water and consume it as a moist raw meat meal!
<Snacks made with nutritious oats, tomatoes, and cheese. Safe to use as ingredients are also considered suitable for dogs with food allergies>
♦ Moora Moora Kangaroo
Originally from New York, these cute, tiny, bone-shaped tomato cheddar flavoured biscuits are just 2.4cm in size and made with little bodies in mind.
Tomatoes are healthy vegetables that are low in calories and rich in nutrients. They contain a good balance of vitamin C, vitamin E, and dietary fiber, and are rich in the antioxidant lycopene. By adding organic cheddar cheese, which has a rich flavor and mild taste with a refined sourness, you can enjoy a snack that is just like a Margherita pizza.
It is made with luxurious organic ingredients and contains no added preservatives, colorings, flavorings, sugar or salt, making it a safe snack.
In addition to the tomato cheddar flavor, there are six other varieties available. Try a different flavor every day for a week and see the excited look on your dog's face.
<A snack made with 90% animal-based ingredients and a luxurious blend of health-supporting ingredients such as manuka honey and chia seeds>
♦ WOOF Beef
As dogs are primarily carnivores, our food is made with over 90% animal-based ingredients, with the health of the dog as our top priority.
This snack is made primarily from meat produced in New Zealand, a country known worldwide for producing high-quality meat, seafood, and dairy products.
It is free of grains and potatoes, so you can feed it to your dog with peace of mind. It is a nutritious treat that contains a luxurious blend of ingredients that support the health of dogs, such as manuka honey, chia seeds, virgin coconut oil, hoki liver oil, green mussels, and kelp.
This snack is made primarily from meat produced in New Zealand, a country known worldwide for producing high-quality meat, seafood, and dairy products.
It is free of grains and potatoes, so you can feed it to your dog with peace of mind. It is a nutritious treat that contains a luxurious blend of ingredients that support the health of dogs, such as manuka honey, chia seeds, virgin coconut oil, hoki liver oil, green mussels, and kelp.
The freeze-drying process makes the food easier to eat when soaked in water, so it's great for getting fresh nutrients while staying hydrated.
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This time, we explained what kind of snacks you should introduce to your elderly dog to help them have fun, including tips on choosing them, things to be careful about, and recommended products.
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