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When feeding your Dalmatian, it is
important to keep in mind that dietary choices can affect the
development of orthopedic diseases such as hip dysplasia and
osteochondrosis. When feeding a puppy at risk, avoid high-calorie diets
and try to feed him several times a day.
Sudden growth spurts are to be
avoided because they result in joint instability. Recent research has
also suggested that the electrolyte balance of the diet may also play a
role in the development of hip dysplasia.
Rations that had more balance
between the positively and negatively charged elements in the diet were
less likely to promote hip dysplasia in susceptible dogs.
Avoid supplements of calcium, phosphorus and vitamin D because they can
interfere with normal bone and cartilage development. The fact is that
calcium levels in the body are carefully regulated by hormones as well
as vitamin D.
Supplementation disturbs this normal regulation and can
cause many problems. It has also been shown that calcium
supplementation can interfere with the proper absorption of zinc from
the intestines.
Diet cannot prevent bloat but changing feeding habits can make a
difference. Initially, the bloat occurs when the stomach becomes
distended with swallowed air. This air is swallowed as a consequence of
gulping food or water, stress and exercising too close to mealtime.
This is where dog owners can make a difference. Divide meals and feed
them three times daily rather than all at once. Soak dry dog food in
water before feeding to decrease the tendency to gulp the food. If you
want to feed dry food only, add some large clean chew toys to the feed
bowl so that the dog has to "pick" to get at the food and cannot gulp
it.
Putting the food bowl on a step-stool so that your Dalmatian does
not have to stretch to get the food may also be helpful. Finally, do
not allow your Dalmatian any exercise for at least one hour before and
after feeding.
Fat supplements are probably the most common supplements purchased from
pet supply stores. They frequently promise to add luster, gloss, and
sheen to the coat, and consequently make dogs look healthy.
The only
fatty acid that is essential for this purpose is cislinoleic acid,
which is found in flaxseed oil, sunflower seed oil, and safflower oil.
Corn oil is a suitable but less effective alternative. Most of the
other oils found in retail supplements are high in saturated and
monounsaturated fats and are not beneficial for shiny fur or healthy
skin.
For dogs with allergies, arthritis, high blood pressure, high
cholesterol, and some heart ailments, other fatty acids may be
prescribed by a vet.
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