Signs of excessive calcium supplementation in dogs

Excessive calcium in dogs will not only not be absorbed by the body, but will also cause many diseases. For example, hip dysplasia, dissociated chondritis, hypertrophic chondrodysplasia, and forelimb radial bone deformity. In addition, there are non-orthopedic related diseases such as stones, calcinosis cutis, cardiovascular disease, and renal disease. etc.
For example, the formation process of hip dysplasia. Calcium can promote bone growth, but it cannot promote muscle growth at the same time as the bones. When the bones grow rapidly and the muscles cannot keep up, they pull the femoral head out of the socket, causing structural changes in the hip joint and changes in orthopedic mechanics. In addition, the dog's daily exercise volume is relatively large, and the stress on the bones increases, the hip joint becomes loose, the glenoid fossa becomes narrow, and the femoral head is ground flat. In order to stabilize joints, the animal's physiology promotes the formation of bone spurs, ultimately leading to degenerative arthritis. The occurrence of this disease is irreversible.

Methods to correct excessive calcium in dogs

Once excessive calcium is found in dogs, calcium supplementation should be stopped, or the dosage of calcium supplementation should be adjusted in time. Usually, as long as the dosage of calcium supplement and vitamin D is appropriately adjusted, the symptoms of excessive calcium will disappear quickly. However, once bone calcification forms, there is often no good way to eliminate it. Avoiding excessive calcium and vitamin D preparations may be the best way to delay further calcification.

How to supplement calcium for dogs more safely

The specific amount of calcium supplement for dogs depends on the breed, size, age and calcium deficiency of the dog. It is best to go to the animal The hospital takes advice from professional veterinarians.
In terms of diet, in addition to dairy products, dogs can also be given soy products, dried shrimps, fish and other foods to supplement their diet. In addition, appropriate exposure to the sun and outdoor exercise are beneficial to the absorption and utilization of calcium.
It is best to use calcium tablets under the advice of a doctor. The dosage must be controlled and the instructions for use must be strictly followed.