How to support your dog in their older years

It is important as a dog owner to understand that when a dog ages they will have different care requirements than what they needed when they were younger. Just like humans their daily tasks and routines that they could carry out with no problem take a bit more effort and energy in their old age. It is especially important at this stage of their lives that they receive all the essential nutrients to keep them as healthy and happy as possible. Nutrition plays a huge roll in the aging of a dog. Older dogs require certain nutrients to help meet their energy needs and to maintain and repair body tissues.

Arthritis is a common disease that older dogs are prone to causing them to slow down and tire a lot quicker. With age, dogs become less mobile and their energy levels decrease. This essentially will have a negative impact on their life causing obesity and other weight-related problems. Overweight dogs are more prone to diseases like diabetes and cancer. If you follow our feeding guide it will inform you exactly how much food your dog needs depending on its age and weight. Our products do not include gluten or grain, reducing allergies and keeping dogs fuller for longer so they do not overeat.

When a dog ages they start to shed and their skin becomes rougher and duller. All of our recipes include fatty acids like Omega 3 and 6 to help maintain their healthy skin and shiny coats even through their senior years.

Older dogs may have a weaker immune system causing them to get sick easier and pick up disease. It is important to have a diet that includes natural antioxidants the main part of our recipe to help strengthen their immunity.

You can take comfort in knowing our dog food is the premium choice for your dog’s health and longevity. With optimal nutrient ratios of proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals our recipe has all the essential ingredients to support the health and wellbeing of your older dogs so that they can live the longest and happiest lives possible.