The 4 Universal Health Needs of Dogs

Why are linoleic acid and zinc important to skin and coat health?
Linoleic acid and zinc are two of the most important nutrients for helping dogs maintain a healthy skin and coat. Research from The Waltham Centre has shown that supplementation of linoleic acid and zinc at levels well above minimal requirements will lead to increased coat gloss and an increase in the hydration of the skin. Further research shows that the addition of each of these nutrients separately is beneficial to the dog's skin and coat; however, the benefit is much greater when these nutrients are supplemented together.

 

Why is it important to protect a dog’s immune system?
A dog’s immune system works hard to combat daily exposure to disease, toxins, environmental stressors and free radicals. Its importance in keeping a dog healthy cannot be underestimated. Therefore, it is imperative that everything should be done to keep a dog’s immune system as strong as possible.

 

Why are vitamins E and C important to immunity defense?
Research from The Waltham Centre has shown that supplementation of the antioxidant vitamins E and vitamin C together, and well above minimum requirements, may have additional benefits by supporting the effectiveness of the immune system and by helping protect the function and integrity of every cell in the body.