When you think of vitamin D, the first thing you consider is the sun. Humans can convert a chemical precursor from sunlight and utilise it as a source to manufacture our own vitamin D. Dogs and cats, on the other hand, can't meet their requirements from sunlight to produce their own.
So where can dogs and cats obtain the correct vitamin D? Good sources come from eggs, pork, wild salmon, sardines and liver ( care needs to be taken when feeding liver as they are abundant in other nutrients and can cause excess problems). While vitamin D can also be found in plant sources in the precursor form D2, cats cannot utilise D2 efficiently. Not enough research has been performed to know if dogs have this ability, so it is preferable that dogs also obtain vitamin D through animals sources ( which contain D3)
But here is the catch, you are what you eat plays a role. Let's take the egg, for example—a 2013 study assigned three groups of chickens to various conditions. One group were kept indoors, one outdoors and one with an indoor/outdoor option over 4wks. It was found that the vitamin D3 content in eggs was three to four times higher in the groups that were exposed to sunlight compared to the indoor group. In contrast, free-range eggs from supermarkets had low vitamin D content. Why is this so? Definition of free-range can be very vague. Free-range means that birds are given "access to a fixed space" that can be as small as one sqm per bird. Free-range can also mean birds are free to forage over expansive tracts and rotated land. That is a big difference in describing free range. Sunlight is not the only form where chickens obtain vitamin D but also in the plants and bugs they forage.
Given that supermarket-bought eggs are mass produced, it's easily guessed which definition of 'free-range' most would fall under. So how can you tell the eggs you are purchasing are from foraging chickens? Their are two ways, 1. Look for labels that contain pasture-raised eggs; a new definition farmers use to differentiate themselves from mass-produced eggs 2. Get to know your local egg farmer and ask how the chickens are raised, how many chickens per hectare, do they rotate on different land and how much outdoor time do they receive and exposure to sunlight ( exposure to sunlight does not mean a window on a shed which I have heard a few times)
Wild-caught fish are shown to be more beneficial compared to farmed fish. They contain higher levels of vitamin D, can be leaner in fat and have a better-balanced ratio of omega 6:3 ( a whole different topic I will eventually cover). Fat has a higher calories density than protein and carbs and does not contain vitamins and minerals. While the right fat plays an important role, too much can mean the ratio of nutrients is low for the amount of daily KJ required for your pet, not to mention the risk of overweight pets as KJ requirements can easily be exceeded.
So why is vitamin D important? Not only does it play a role in calcium/phosphorus conversation and absorption for healthy bones, but we are also learning, it plays a role in many chronic diseases. Cancer, arthritis and skin health, to name a few. In fact, many of the body's tissues contain Vitamin D receptors and plays its part in cell growth, immune function and reduction of inflammation.
So let's recap what we have learnt. Dogs and cats need to obtain vitamin D from quality food sources as they can't efficiently absorb through their skin. Vitamin D plays many roles in the body to keep it functioning and healthy. Lastly, sourcing pasture-raised and wild animals, create an excellent opportunity to support local farmers who make positive farming environments and also encourages humane farming practices, with a better understanding of where your food comes from and how they are treated.
If you would like to know more, links and sources are added below. If you would like a detailed description on vitamin D and the role it plays in dogs and cats, I highly recommend reading the link below from The Possible Canine a great source of information in all things dog health.
Ever seen your dog swallow a piece of food whole, or eat something that would make you sick? Here’s a break-down on how they digest their food.
Human jaw- can move up and down side to side and in a rounded motion. Teeth are designed for grinding having a flatter surface.
Dog jaw- can only move up and down. The teeth are designed to crush dense objects, having a three root system and are solid and sharp.
Human- used for breaking down food and lubricating digestion.
Dog- also used for lubricating food but they lack the enzymes to break down food. Instead their saliva contains enzymes that kill off bacteria. If you've ever seen your dog eat something old and gross and not get sick? Now you know why.
Humans- helps keep food from entering the wind pipe and designed for food to stay in our stomachs
Dogs- Good gag reflex. Even though dogs cannot chew up their food before it goes down the throat, it must still be the right size and amount to fit. If not, the dog simply throws up! Your dog is not sick. It's just his body telling him to try again. I know it's gross but completely natural.
Humans- food takes about one hour to move through our stomach, but depending on the amount and complexity sometimes longer.
Dogs- this is where most of their ability to break down foods take place. Their stomach is more acidic so it can break down large pieces of meat and bone. Food is kept in the stomach for a longer period of time, allowing the acid to break down animal proteins, bones, and fats. This explains why dogs can live with being fed only once or twice a day. They feel full longer because the food remains in their stomach longer.
Humans- where absorption of food takes place, the human intestinal tract is a lot longer than a dogs and therefore the body has more time to absorb nutrients from more complex foods such as plant and grain based foods.
Dogs-Digestive tract is a lot smaller. This means the dogs have less time to absorb nutrients from their food. This is why dogs do better on foods that are easily broken down such as meats bones and organs. But can struggle on complex foods such as plants and grains. This also means that bacteria have less time to multiply and cause problems. Ever seen your dog eat poop? Yes very gross, but plant based nutrients found in poo have been pre-digested making it a very convenient meal for our canine friend.
Yes some of our doggy friend’s habits may not be socially accepted by human standards but as you can see there may be reasoning behind their behaviour. Just maybe hold back from those doggy kisses!
We hear about a lot of foods that we should not feed our dogs but sometimes it’s hard to get an understanding of why? Here is a list of foods that can be dangerous to your dogs and why:
Macadamia nuts are unlikely to be fatal in dogs, it can cause very uncomfortable symptoms that may persist for up to 48 hours. Affected dogs develop weakness in their rear legs, appear to be in pain, may have tremors and may develop a low grade fever. Fortunately, these signs will gradually subside over 48 hours, but dogs experiencing more than mild symptoms can benefit from veterinary care. The mechanism of toxicity is not known. Dogs need to ingest more than 2g of nuts per kilogram of their body weight before signs are shown.
Many of us have heard not to let dogs eat chocolate, but why? Chocolate contains a caffeine-like substance called theobromine. Dogs metabolize theobromine more slowly and can get sick and die from eating too much chocolate. How much is too much? It depends on the type of chocolate, so if your dog has ingested chocolate it is best to contact your vet immediately so they can advise you on the next step to take. This affects a dog's nervous system and can result in vomiting, diarrhoea, irregular heartbeat, tremors, seizures, and even death.
Fruit Seeds and Stones
The pits in stone fruits can obstruct your dog's bowels. They also contain small amounts of cyanide, which is poisonous to dogs (and humans).
Apple Seeds - The casing of apple seeds are toxic to a dog as they contain a natural chemical (amygdalin) that releases cyanide when digested. If a large amount was eaten and the seeds are chewed up by the dog, this can cause the chemical to enter its blood stream. To play it safe, be sure to core and de-seed apples before you feed them to your dog.
When it comes to bones, the danger is that cooked bones can easily splinter when chewed by your dog. Raw (uncooked) bones, however, are appropriate and good for both your dog’s nutrition and teeth.
Corn on the Cob
This is a sure way to get your dog’s intestine blocked. The corn is digested, but the cob gets lodged in the small intestine, and if it’s not removed surgically, can prove fatal to your dog. Additionally, too much corn kernels can upset the digestive tract as well so be cautious to not feed too much.
Just as the wrong mushroom can be fatal to humans, the same applies to dogs.
Grapes and Raisins
Grapes and raisins have been found recently to induce kidney failure in some animals. This failure can be permanent and life threatening. It does not seem to relate to the volume ingested, and not all animals seem to be equally susceptible. Although some dogs have been eating grapes for years, the safe course is to avoid grapes and raisins completely.
Onions are tasty for our pets as well as us, but too many onions can be dangerous. High levels of onion ingestion in dogs and cats can cause life-threatening anaemia.
The levels of thiosulfate found in onions means that even small amounts can hurt and quickly kill your dog, cat and other pets. Onions also contain allyl propyl disulphide, which causes permanent damage to red blood cells, causing anaemia and oxygen deprivation. Animals that eat onions can suffer from liver damage, discoloured urine, difficulty breathing, dermatitis and anaemia.
I love to spoil Chase! He just needs to give me that look over his shoulder and I want to drown him in food and love, but it’s the food part that can sometimes be dangerous for our dogs. Not only can it add kilos to their waist line, some products contain ingredients that may not be good for our pets.
So here are some healthy snacks that can keep your pets happy and their waist line trim.
1. Raw Meaty Bones
This is one of my favourite snacks/meals for Chase. Not only are they a great boredom buster, they can also give your pet a good workout (watch how your dog uses the muscles in their legs upper body and jaw to eat) and can offer your pets a lot of good nutrients.
What are some bone no no-s?
· Never feed your pet cooked bones. This can splinter into shards and cause health issues for your pet.
· Be careful when giving bones around young children. Dogs may become aggressive or guard bones if they have not been taught to relax around people and their bones. If you have children or even strangers at your house make sure the dog has its own private space to eat that bone and people are aware that your dog has a bone in its possession.
· Appropriate bones for your dog’s size and eating habits - If your dog tends to swallow their food whole or eat fast, larger bones are best that you know they cannot swallow whole. Same goes for smaller dogs to get the best nutrients from a bone you want to give them ones they can chew and eat all of.
What are my favourite types of bones for Chase? The No. 1 bone I love to give him is lambs necks. For smaller dogs chicken necks are great as well as chicken wings and legs. You can also give lamb shanks, whole chicken carcases, and large beef bones for those scoffers.
2. Vegetables and Fruits.
Chase’s favourites are raw carrots, raw broccoli, cooked pumpkin, apples (make sure seeds are removed) pears (also seeds removed) capsicum and zucchini.
Other vegetable and fruit suggestions for your dogs can be: spinach, oranges, asparagus, blueberries, strawberries, peaches
3. Dried Treats
While these should be very occasional foods, they can also be great treats. This includes dried liver, pigs’ trotters, roo meat as well as dried sweet potato, pumpkin and carrots. If you own a food dehydrator, why not make your own!
Bianca is the owner and groomer at Funky Fur dog grooming and always looking for ways to help you care for your pet.
Unapozungumzia vitamini D, kitu cha kwanza unachokumbuka ni jua. Watu wanaweza kubadilisha kemikali kutoka kwa mwanga wa jua na kuitumia kama chanzo cha kutengeneza vitamini D yetu wenyewe, wakati mbwa na paka hawawezi kukidhi mahitaji yao kutoka kwa mwanga wa jua ili kutengeneza yao wenyewe. Kwa hiyo, mbwa na paka wanaweza kupata wapi vitamini D inayofaa? Vyakula vyenye virutubisho vya kutosha ni mayai, samaki wa porini, samaki wa mwituni, sardini na ini (unahitaji kuwa mwangalifu wakati wa kulisha ini, kwani zina virutubisho vingi na vinaweza kusababisha matatizo ya ziada). Vitamini D inaweza pia kupatikana katika mimea katika fomu ya awali ya D2, lakini paka hawawezi kutumia D2 kwa ufanisi. Kwa sababu hakuna utafiti wa kutosha uliofanywa kujua kama mbwa wana uwezo huu, ni bora kwamba mbwa pia kupata vitamini D kupitia vyanzo vya wanyama (ambayo ina D3) lakini hapa ni kukamata, wewe ni nini kula ina jukumu. Kwa mfano, kwa mfano, kwa mfano, kwa mfano, kwa mfano, kwa mfano, kwa mfano, kwa mfano, kwa mfano, kwa mfano, kwa mfano, kwa mfano. Kikundi kimoja kilikuwa ndani ya nyumba, kimoja nje ya nyumba na kimoja kilikuwa na chaguo la ndani au nje ya nyumba kwa wiki nne. Vipimo vya vitamini D3 vilionyesha kuwa yai lilikuwa na kiwango cha juu cha vitamini D3 katika kikundi cha watu waliokabiliwa na jua kuliko kikundi cha watu waliokabiliwa na jua. Kinyume cha hilo, mayai yaliyopatikana katika maduka makubwa yalikuwa na kiasi kidogo cha vitamini D. Kwa nini hali iko hivyo? Ufafanuzi wa uhuru wa kufuga unaweza kuwa usioeleweka vizuri. "Kutembea kwa uhuru ni ""kupata nafasi ya kudumu"" ambayo inaweza kuwa ndogo kama mita moja kwa ndege." Ndege wanaoishi katika maeneo ya uhuru wanaweza pia kuwa huru kutafuta chakula katika maeneo makubwa na maeneo yaliyozungukwa. Hiyo ni tofauti kubwa katika kuelezea uhuru wa kufuga. Si jua tu ambalo huandaa vitamini D, bali pia mimea na wadudu wanaotafuta chakula. Kwa kuzingatia kwamba mayai yanunuliwa katika maduka makubwa hutengenezwa kwa wingi, ni rahisi kukisia ni ufafanuzi gani wa 'kufuga kwa uhuru' ambao ungepatikana na wengi. Kwa hiyo unawezaje kujua kwamba mayai unayonunua yanatoka kwa kuku wanaotafuta chakula? Kuna njia mbili za kufanya hivyo: 1. "Kama ilivyoelezwa hapo juu, ""yai zilizopandwa kwenye malisho"" ni jina la kawaida la uzalishaji wa mayai, na kwa hivyo, kwa sababu ya matumizi yake, inaonekana kuwa ya kawaida kwa uzalishaji wa mayai." "Kujaribu kujua mkulima wako wa mayai na kuuliza jinsi kuku wanavyozaliwa, ni kuku wangapi kwa hekta, wanazunguka kwenye ardhi tofauti na ni muda gani wa nje wanapata na kuambukizwa kwa jua (kuambukizwa na jua haimaanishi dirisha kwenye kibanda ambacho nimesikia mara chache) samaki waliokamatwa mwituni wameonyeshwa kuwa na faida zaidi ikilinganishwa na samaki wa kilimo.""" Kwa sababu ya viwango vya juu vya vitamini D, inaweza kuwa na mafuta ya chini na uwiano wa usawa wa omega-6: 3 (somo tofauti kabisa ambalo nitashughulikia baadaye). Mafuta yana kalori nyingi kuliko protini na wanga na hayana vitamini na madini. Wakati mafuta sahihi hucheza jukumu muhimu, kupita kiasi kunaweza kumaanisha uwiano wa virutubisho ni chini kwa kiasi cha kila siku KJ inahitajika kwa ajili ya pet yako, bila kutaja hatari ya wanyama wa kufugwa uzito kama mahitaji ya KJ inaweza kwa urahisi kuzidiwa. Kwa nini vitamini D ni muhimu? Si tu kwamba ina jukumu katika calcium na phosphorus uingizaji na kunyonya kwa mifupa afya, lakini pia ni kujifunza kwamba ina jukumu katika magonjwa mengi ya muda mrefu. Saratani, ugonjwa wa viungo na afya ya ngozi, kwa kutaja chache. Kwa kweli, tishu nyingi za mwili zina vitamini D receptor na huchukua sehemu yake katika ukuaji wa seli, utendaji wa kinga na kupunguza uvimbe. Kwa hiyo hebu turekebishe kile ambacho tumejifunza. Mbwa na paka wanahitaji kupata vitamini D kutoka kwa vyanzo vya chakula vyenye ubora kwani hawawezi kuichukua kwa ufanisi kupitia ngozi yao. Vitamini D hutimiza majukumu mengi katika mwili ili uendelee kufanya kazi na kuwa na afya. Mwishowe, kupata wanyama wa malisho na wanyama wa mwituni, huunda fursa nzuri ya kuunga mkono wakulima wa ndani ambao hufanya mazingira mazuri ya kilimo na pia hutia moyo mazoea ya kilimo ya kibinadamu, na uelewa bora wa mahali chakula chako kinatokana na jinsi kinavyotendewa. Kama ungependa kujua zaidi, viungo na vyanzo ni aliongeza chini. Ikiwa unataka maelezo ya kina juu ya vitamini D na jukumu lake kwa mbwa na paka, ninapendekeza sana kusoma kiungo hapa chini kutoka kwa The Possible Canine, chanzo kikubwa cha habari katika mambo yote ya afya ya mbwa. Je, umewahi kuona mbwa wako akila chakula au kula kitu ambacho kinakufanya uugue? Hapa ni kuvunjika juu ya jinsi wao kumeng'enya chakula chao. Mdomo wa binadamu- unaweza kusonga juu na chini upande kwa upande na katika mwendo mviringo. Meno ni iliyoundwa kwa ajili ya kusaga kuwa na uso gorofa. Mdomo wa mbwa- unaweza tu kusonga juu na chini. Meno hayo yamekusudiwa kuvunja vitu vyenye unene mwingi, yana mfumo wa mizizi mitatu na ni imara na makali. Binadamu - hutumiwa kuvunja chakula na kuharibu utumbo. Mbwa- pia hutumiwa kwa lubricating chakula lakini hawana enzymes kuvunja chakula. Badala yake, mate yao yana vimeng'enya vinavyoua bakteria. Je, umewahi kuona mbwa wako akila kitu cha zamani na cha kuchukiza bila kuugua? Sasa unajua ni kwa nini. Watu- husaidia kuweka chakula kutoka kuingia bomba la hewa na iliyoundwa kwa ajili ya chakula kukaa katika tumbo letu Mbwa- nzuri gag reflex. Hata kama mbwa hawezi kutafuna chakula kabla hajaingia kwenye koo, bado kina lazima kiwe na ukubwa na kiasi kinachofaa. La sivyo, mbwa huyo hutapika tu! Mbwa wako si mgonjwa. Ni mwili wake tu unaomwambia ajaribu tena. Najua ni chafu lakini ni kawaida kabisa. Kwa binadamu, chakula huchukua saa moja hivi kupita tumbo letu, lakini kulingana na kiasi na utata, wakati mwingine huchukua muda mrefu zaidi. Mbwa - hapa ndipo uwezo wao mwingi wa kuvunja chakula hutokea. Mkojo wao una asidi nyingi hivi kwamba unaweza kuvunja vipande vikubwa vya nyama na mifupa. Chakula huhifadhiwa ndani ya tumbo kwa muda mrefu zaidi, na hivyo asidi hiyo huvunja protini, mifupa, na mafuta ya wanyama. Hii inaeleza kwa nini mbwa wanaweza kuishi kwa kulishwa mara moja au mbili tu kwa siku. Wanahisi wametosheka kwa muda mrefu kwa sababu chakula kinabaki tumboni mwao kwa muda mrefu zaidi. Kwa binadamu, sehemu ya tumbo la binadamu ni ndefu kuliko ya mbwa, na kwa hivyo mwili una muda zaidi wa kunyonya virutubisho kutoka kwa vyakula tata kama vile mimea na nafaka. Mbwa-Mfumo wa kumeng'enya ni mdogo sana. Hii inamaanisha kwamba mbwa wana muda mdogo wa kunyonya virutubisho kutoka kwa chakula chao. Kwa hiyo, mbwa hupata faida kubwa kutokana na chakula kinachoweza kuharibiwa kwa urahisi, kama vile nyama, mifupa, na viungo vya mwili. Lakini inaweza kupambana na vyakula tata kama vile mimea na nafaka. Hii pia inamaanisha kwamba bakteria huwa na wakati mdogo wa kuzidisha na kusababisha matatizo. Je, umewahi kuona mbwa wako akila kinyesi? Kwa kweli, ni muhimu sana, lakini virutubisho vya mimea vilivyopatikana katika poo vimeharibiwa mapema, na hivyo kufanya chakula hiki kuwa rahisi sana kwa rafiki yetu wa mbwa. Kwa kweli, baadhi ya tabia za rafiki yetu wa mbwa zinaweza kutokubaliwa kijamii na viwango vya kibinadamu, lakini kama unavyoona kunaweza kuwa na sababu nyuma ya tabia yao. Labda tu kujizuia kutoka kwa wale doggy busu! Tunasikia juu ya vyakula vingi ambavyo hatupaswi kumlisha mbwa wetu lakini wakati mwingine ni ngumu kupata uelewa wa kwanini? Kwa sababu ya hatari ya kukosa chakula cha kutosha, makadamia inaweza kusababisha dalili mbaya za ugonjwa wa magonjwa ya akili, ambayo inaweza kuendelea kwa muda wa saa 48. Mbwa walioathirika huonekana kuwa dhaifu katika miguu yao ya nyuma, huonekana kuwa na maumivu, wanaweza kuwa na kutetemeka na wanaweza kuwa na homa ya kiwango cha chini. Kwa bahati nzuri, dalili hizi zitapungua hatua kwa hatua kwa muda wa masaa 48, lakini mbwa wanaopata dalili kali zaidi wanaweza kufaidika na huduma ya mifugo. Utaratibu wa sumu haujulikani. Mbwa anahitaji kula zaidi ya 2g ya karanga kwa kilo moja ya uzito wao wa mwili kabla ya dalili za ugonjwa kuonekana. "Watu wengi wamesikia ""mbwa hawapaswi kula chokoleti"" lakini ni nini?" Chokoleti ina kemikali inayofanana na kafeini inayoitwa theobromine. Mbwa huchanganya theobromine polepole zaidi na wanaweza kuugua na kufa kwa kula chokoleti nyingi mno. Ni kiasi gani cha kupita kiasi? Ikiwa mbwa wako amekula chokoleti, ni bora kuwasiliana na daktari wako wa mifugo mara moja ili waweze kukushauri juu ya hatua inayofuata. Hii huathiri mfumo wa neva wa mbwa na inaweza kusababisha kutapika, kuhara, mapigo ya moyo yasiyo ya kawaida, kutetemeka, mshtuko wa akili, na hata kifo. Mazao ya matunda na mawe: Pits katika matunda ya mawe inaweza kuzuia matumbo ya mbwa wako. Pia zina kiasi kidogo cha cyanide, ambayo ni sumu kwa mbwa (na wanadamu). Mbegu za apples ni sumu kwa mbwa, kwa sababu zina kemikali ya asili (amygdalin) ambayo hutoa cyanide wakati wa kumeng'enya. Ikiwa mbegu hizo zimekula kiasi kikubwa na mbwa huyo akala, kemikali hiyo inaweza kuingia katika damu yake. Kwa usalama, hakikisha kwamba unaondoa mbegu na chembe za matunda kabla ya kumpa mbwa wako. Kwa mfano, mifupa iliyokaangwa inaweza kupasuka kwa urahisi wakati mbwa wako anapokula. Hata hivyo, mifupa isiyotiwa chakula ni nzuri na inafaa kwa lishe na meno ya mbwa wako. Mahindi kwenye Cob Hii ni njia ya uhakika ya kupata tumbo la mbwa wako limezuiwa. Mahindi huyeyushwa, lakini shina huingia kwenye matumbo madogo, na ikiwa haiondolewa kwa upasuaji, linaweza kusababisha kifo cha mbwa wako. Kwa kuongezea, mbegu nyingi za mahindi zinaweza kuharibu mfumo wa kumeng'enya chakula, kwa hiyo uwe mwangalifu usile sana. Kama vile tu uyoga usiofaa unavyoweza kuwa na madhara kwa wanadamu, ndivyo ilivyo na mbwa. Kwa mfano, zabibu na zabibu za zabibu zimepatikana kuwa na athari za kusababisha upungufu wa figo kwa wanyama. Kushindwa huko kwaweza kuwa kwa kudumu na kutishia uhai. Haionekani kuhusiana na kiasi kilichomezwa, na haionekani wanyama wote kuwa na mwelekeo uleule. Ingawa mbwa fulani wamekuwa wakila zabibu kwa miaka mingi, njia salama ni kuepuka zabibu na zabibu za zabibu kabisa. Vitunguu ni vyenye kupendeza kwa wanyama wetu wa kufugwa na pia kwetu, lakini vingi mno vya vitunguu vinaweza kuwa hatari. Kula vitunguu vingi kwa mbwa na paka kunaweza kusababisha upungufu wa damu unaohatarisha uhai. Kiasi cha thiosulfat katika vitunguu ni kiasi kidogo sana ambacho kinaweza kuua mbwa wako, paka, na wanyama wengine. Vitunguu pia vina allyl propyl disulfide, ambayo husababisha uharibifu wa kudumu kwa chembe nyekundu za damu, kusababisha upungufu wa damu na ukosefu wa oksijeni. Wanyama wanaokula vitunguu wanaweza kuumia kutokana na uharibifu wa ini, mkojo wenye rangi tofauti, ugumu wa kupumua, ugonjwa wa ngozi na upungufu wa damu. Ninapenda kumdanganya Chase! Anahitaji tu kunitazama juu ya bega lake na ninataka kumzama katika chakula na upendo, lakini ni sehemu ya chakula ambayo wakati mwingine inaweza kuwa hatari kwa mbwa wetu. Kwa sababu hii, sio tu kwamba inaweza kuongeza uzito wa kiuno, lakini pia ina bidhaa ambazo zinaweza kuwa na athari mbaya kwa wanyama wako. Hapa kuna vidokezo vya vitamu vya afya ambavyo vinaweza kuwafanya wanyama wako wa kipenzi wawe na furaha na kuondoa mkazo wao. 1. Uwe na mtazamo wa kweli Raw Meaty Bones Hii ni moja ya vitafunio yangu favorite kwa Chase. Si tu kwamba wao ni buster kubwa ya uchovu, wanaweza pia kutoa pet yako mazoezi nzuri (tazama jinsi mbwa wako anatumia misuli katika miguu yao, mwili wa juu na taya kula) na wanaweza kutoa pets yako mengi ya virutubisho nzuri. Ni nini baadhi ya mifupa hakuna no-s? · Kamwe usimpe mnyama wako mifupa iliyopikwa. Hii inaweza kupasuka na kusababisha matatizo ya afya kwa mnyama wako. · Jihadharini unapotoa mifupa karibu na watoto wadogo. Mbwa anaweza kuwa mkali au kulinda mifupa ikiwa hawajafundishwa kupumzika karibu na watu na mifupa yao. Ikiwa una watoto au wageni nyumbani, hakikisha mbwa ana nafasi yake mwenyewe ya kula mfupa na watu wanajua kuwa mbwa wako ana mfupa. Mifupa ya kawaida ya mbwa wako: Ikiwa mbwa wako ana tabia ya kumeza chakula chake nzima au kula haraka, mifupa kubwa ni bora ambayo unajua hawawezi kumeza nzima. Kwa mbwa wadogo, hii ni njia nzuri ya kupata virutubisho kutoka kwa mifupa ambayo wanaweza kutafuna na kula. Ni aina gani za mifupa ninayopenda kwa Chase? La sivyo. Mfupa mmoja ambao napenda kumpa ni shingo za kondoo. Kwa mbwa wadogo shingo za kuku ni nzuri kama vile mabawa na miguu ya kuku. Unaweza pia kuwapa wale wachekeshaji viuno vya kondoo, vifuko vyote vya kuku, na mifupa mikubwa ya ng'ombe. 2. Uwezekano wa kupata Mboga na Matunda. Chase's favorites are raw carrots, raw broccoli, cooked pumpkin, apples (make sure seeds are removed) pears (also seeds removed) capsicum and zucchini. Mimea na matunda mengine ambayo unaweza kuwa na mbwa wako ni: mchicha, machungwa, asparagus, blueberries, strawberries, peaches. Vyakula vilivyokaushwa Ingawa hivyo vinapaswa kutumiwa mara kwa mara, vinaweza pia kutumiwa kwa njia nzuri. Hii ni pamoja na ini kavu, nguruwe <unk> trotters, nyama roo pamoja na viazi tamu kavu, pumpkin na karoti. Ikiwa una kifaa cha kuondoa maji mwilini, kwa nini usijenge mwenyewe? Bianca ni mmiliki na groomer katika Funky Fur mbwa grooming na daima kuangalia kwa njia ya kukusaidia kutunza pet yako.