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Like people, dogs have different nutritional needs in various stages of growth. A well-balanced diet also entails intake of meat, fish, milk, egg, grains, as well as sufficient dosage of vitamins and mineral. |
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Meat |
Meat is not only crucial to the development of bones and regeneration of cells, but it also boosts metabolism. Yet meat should not take up more than 50% of the dog’s diet as their body requires other nutrients to thrive. |
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Fat |
Fat found in meat and vegetables provides fatty acid necessary for your dog’s development, making the skin and hair healthier and shinier. |
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Carbohydrates |
Carbohydrates from grains, rice, pasta, dry dog food and potatoes can add to the portion size and promote intestinal healthiness. |
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Water |
A daily fluid intake of 150cc is essential. |
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Have your animal buddy’s interests at heart! Owners should be wary of food that poses potential threat to your dog’s health: |
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Chocolate |
It contains theobromine which is harmful to your dog’s heart and nervous system, and might even result in lethal poisoning. |
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Onion and garlic |
The sulphur chemicals they contain will damage the dog’s red blood cells and cause anaemia |
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Bones of two-limbed animals |
The hard and sharp bones can easily puncture your pet’s oesophagus, mouth, and bowel. |
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Cow and pig bones |
Small cow or pork bones might tear the digestive tract or cause intestinal blockage. |
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Mouldy food |
Consumption might lead to muscle cramps and muscular dystrophy which can be fatal. |
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Raw food |
Raw or undercooked food contains large quantity of bacteria including Salmonella Poona that might cause food-poisoning. |
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Greasy food |
Obesity and pancreatitis are two health threats associated with consumption of greasy food. |
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Sweets |
Long-term consumption of sweet food might result in diabetes and obesity. |
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Shrimps & crabs |
Make your pet prone to diarrhoea and parasitic infestation |
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Salt |
Less than half a teaspoon of salt can be lethal to a dog. |
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Raw eggs |
Raw eggs are harmful to the hair and skin, therefore not recommended of dogs. |
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Milk |
Dogs are not built to digest lactose found in milk so you should refrain from feeding them milk or dairy products such as cheese and cream, etc. |