Calcium is very important for the growth of your pet's bones and teeth, but don't just randomly buy calcium supplements for them; too much or too little is not good!
"Too much" calcium
Dr. Glenberg, a German veterinarian, points out that excessive calcium can lead to bone abnormalities and increase the risk of hereditary diseases, such as hip dysplasia, hip joint disease, and hypertrophic osteodystrophy. Bones grow too quickly while muscle mass is insufficient, putting too much strain on the joints and leading to poor joint development.
Animal nutritionist Dr. Will further points out that too much calcium can also lead to kidney stones. When bone density is too high, causing it to lose flexibility and become brittle and fragile, the body has too much excess calcium to expel, increasing the burden on the kidneys and leading to kidney stones.
"Too little" calcium
Insufficient calcium absorption can also lead to stunted growth, lethargy, muscle tremors or spasms, and insufficient bone density, resulting in fractures.
Don't supplement calcium indiscriminately
Animal nutritionist Dr. Will points out that dogs can already absorb enough calcium from their daily diet, so there's no need for additional supplementation unless they are "pregnant" or have "calcium deficiency."
However, pet owners are not professionals. How much to supplement? When to supplement? It's better to consult a veterinarian.
Most dry and wet dog foods do not meet EU standards
Calcium absorption requires the combination of other vitamins and minerals, such as magnesium and vitamin D. However, a report from the UK indicates that most dry and wet dog and cat foods do not meet EU mineral nutrition standards, with 20-30% even showing signs of mineral imbalance.
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In December last year, there was even a case in the US where vitamin D levels exceeded the standard by 70 times, leading to an emergency
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