What if my dog is shivering?
Isn't it heartbreaking when our dogs sit in front of us and shiver with all their might? All you want to do is pick them up and give them a big hug so they can warm up quickly.
You would think that the thick fur would keep our beloved pets warm and cozy. But that's not the case with some dogs. There are a number of differences that are typical for each breed. A prime example of this is the Whippet. This breed of dog practically has the word "freezing" in its name, which means "little wind chime". These very thin dogs have barely a gram of fat on their bodies and also very short fur. The phenomenon of shivering also often affects small dogs, such as the Miniature Pinscher. Large dog breeds such as the St. Bernard, on the other hand, have a longer coat and a more massive body structure, which means that they are naturally less sensitive to the cold and therefore shiver less often.
As with humans, the contraction of the muscles, i.e. "shivering", ensures that energy is generated and the body temperature rises.
What else could be responsible for the shivering?
Another reason for the uncontrolled twitching of the muscles can also be the animal's emotions. Some animals also react to stress, joy or fear with light to strong tremors. In particular, events such as a thunderstorm or the annual New Year's Eve fireworks or even a visit to the vet can quickly make the animal feel uneasy and cause our furry friend to shake violently.
What can I do if my dog is shaking?
If the shaking is caused by emotions, i.e. more of a reaction to stress, there are also nutritional support options, such as organic Bach flowers from cdVet, which gently strengthen the dog's nerves. Products based on St. John's wort and lemon balm have also proven to be effective. St. John's wort contains hyperforin and lemon balm contains sesquiterpenes. Both in combination can help to optimize the animal's diet, especially in acute stress situations.
For dogs that suffer from constant stress and are therefore constantly shaking, the focus should generally be on food. Often, poor nutrition is directly responsible for weak nerves. In humans, too, poor nutrition, e.g. with too much sugar, flavor enhancers, fat and additives, can make us feel worse overall and therefore react more emotionally. In particular, you can see how many children react immediately to being given sweets and then quickly walk across tables and benches.
It is therefore obvious that dogs that seem stressed can particularly benefit from a natural diet, such as a diet of raw meat or at least cold-pressed dry food. In addition, supplementary feed specially formulated with vitamins, minerals and secondary plant substances, such as nerve food from the cdVet Classic range, is suitable for anxious, restless or easily irritable animals.
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Fit-BARF BM-Yeast consists of brewers' yeast bound to malt rootlets. Brewers' yeast contains biotin, folic acid, iron, zinc, and trace elements, which have a positive influence on the condition and resistance of skin and hair. The nutrition-related regenerative capacity of individual cells can also be influenced. Malt rootlets are characterized by their content of easily digestible carbohydrates, crude fiber, and crude protein. Due to their high crude fiber content, germ buds also have a good dietary value.
Content: 0.6 Kilogramm (€18.25 / 1 Kilogramm)
The proportion of animal fat should be 15-25% in the diet of the dog and the cat should be at about 10%. If your dog or cat is fed with lean meat, it uses proteins to produce energy. In this case, wastes will be generated that need to be digested by liver and kidneys. The strain on the metabolism increases. On the long term, this can lead to congestions of the excretory organs. In case of dogs or cats that are poorly using the feed or very underweight, special attention should be paid to the fat content of the meat.
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Brewers' yeast, as the most balanced, natural source of vitamin B, whose vitamins are present in a broken down state and can be absorbed directly, is a valuable addition to the daily diet. In addition, brewers yeast has a positive effect on the intestinal flora. Its content of phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, calcium, iron, zinc, copper, and manganese, as well as the trace elements cobalt, molybdenum, chromium, and selenium, provide an important contribution to demand-oriented nutrition.
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Fit-BARF Cod Liver Oil is a high-value supplier for omega-3-fatty acids and vitamin D. Omega-3-fatty acid (for example linolenic acid) are polyunsaturated fatty acids, which cannot be created itselves by the body. Thus they are called essential and must be fed to the organism with the nutrition. Vitamin D is important for the builing of the bones and the regulation of the calcium balance.
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Calcium intake, in particular, plays a major role in the feeding of raw meat. This can only be achieved by feeding sufficient bone. Not every dog can or wants to eat bones, and in the case of cats, feeding whole prey (mice or chicks) is not always problem-free either.Fit-BARF Eggshell Powder is a readily utilizable animal source of calcium for daily feeding. It provides balance when feeding raw meat by balancing the high phosphorus content of the meat with its natural calcium content. Due to the fine degree of grinding, the product has a high bioavailability.neutralization of phosphorus excess with predominant meat feedingfor bone-free feedingas an extra source of calcium in times of increased demand (growth, gestation, lactation)
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Fit-BARF Feeding Oil is a mixture of high-grated cold-pressed vegetable oils. Cold-pressed, food-grade linseed oil forms the basis of this purely natural feeding oil. This admixed functional oils (evening primrose oil, wheat germ oil, pumpkin seed oil and argan oil) ensures the optimal, well-balanced maintenance with essential fatty acids. Through this combination of pure naturally ingredients Fit-BARF Feeding Oil is a high-concentrated energy source and similarly an origin of significant vital substances of selected oils in one product.
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Feed material (powder) for dogs and catsNatural source for taurine and glycosaminoglycans – for the demand-oriented provision at feeding with raw meatThe naturally very high taurine content of the greenshell mussel is a very pleasing aspect for cat owners. Cats in particular depend on a sufficient supply of this organic acid in their food, as they cannot produce taurine themselves and lose a large part of it through their excretions. Taurine is essential for cats. A deficiency can lead to severe impairments and physical damage.Fit-BARF Greenshell Mussel consists of New Zealand greenshell mussel powder (Perna canaliculus, freeze-dried, non-defatted mussel meat). In addition, the greenshell mussel provides important components of the body's own mucous membrane as a building block and can thus have a supportive effect on the functionality and elasticity of the urinary bladder and all other mucous membranes. Occasionally fed, the trace elements and vitamins contained in the greenshell mussel can have a positive effect on vitality, metabolism, nutritional imbalances and on stressed skin.Expert tip: Does your dog suffer from joint problems? Then take a look at ArthroGreen Classic. The herbal composition, proven for years, supports your beloved four-legged friend on his daily tours.Growing puppy? Here ArthroGreen Junior offers the nutrients for a safe step into the big, wide world.Composition: New Zealand greenshell mussel powder (Perna canaliculus, freeze-dried, non-defatted mussel meat) 100%Analytical constituents: crude protein 54,1%, crude fat 10,3%Feeding recommendation: Add daily to the feed. Cats: 0.5 g/5 kg body weight. Dogs: 0.5 g/10 kg body weight. 1 half tsp. corresponds to ca. 1.5 g.
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