Recently, Dr. Anne Chauvet spoke for Sarasotadog.com at Poochie’s Pampered Pups about how to boost your dog's health and help it live a longer life. Dr. Chauvet discussed the merits of supplements like fish oils for better brain function, glucosamine for joints, vitamin B complex and vitamin E as well as the avoidance of obesity. The conversation engaged owners and encouraged them to be proactive in creating a healthy life for their dog through frequent interactions, varied activities and inviting them to learn new tricks.
Dogs, like people, enjoy touch therapy, and their health is better for it. Who says you cannot teach an old dog new tricks? Like us, dogs can get dementia. This is best prevented by varying their play, activities and teaching them new things. They cannot drink large amounts of coffee nor can they pick up piano lessons to promote their memory, but they sure can learn to search for treats in various places and be exposed to new environments and stimuli. The main message is be part of your pet's life, give them a well-balanced healthy diet and be educated on the type of supplements that may benefit them. As well, ensure they have regular visits to their doctor to catch diseases early and focus on prevention.
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