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How to raise a Labrador Retriever in old age

2022-04-03 / 596 Read

Older dogs need more calcium and minerals, but feeding an elderly Labrador dairy is not a good idea. The lactose contained in milk is difficult to be absorbed by Labrador Retrievers. Adult Labrador Retrievers may cause diarrhea, and it is even more unsuitable for elderly Labrador Retrievers who tend to be frail.

How

1. Labradores in old age should not be fed too much dairy products, because Labradores in this period are physically The resistance is gradually decreasing, the metabolism is reduced, the activity level is reduced, the functions of various systems are gradually declining, and the adaptability is also very poor.

2. It is not wise to feed an elderly Labrador with dairy products.

3. The lactose contained in milk is difficult to be absorbed by Labrador Retrievers. Adult Labrador Retrievers may cause diarrhea, especially for elderly Labrador Retrievers who tend to be debilitated. fit.

4. Labrador Retrievers in this period need more calcium and minerals. Labrador retrievers in old age will reduce the intake of calcium and trace elements due to endocrine and other reasons, and on the contrary, the loss will increase.

5. It should be supplemented with calcium and trace elements for them. Soft foods or semi-liquid juice foods that are rich in protein and fat and easy to digest and absorb are suitable.

6. It is also necessary for Labrador retrievers in old age to maintain a certain amount of exercise, which can reduce the occurrence of diseases such as osteoporosis and nutritional metabolism. At the same time, more exercise can also help calcium absorption.