Substances that dogs need

1. Protein

Protein is the most basic nutrient. Lack of protein can lead to anemia, Slow growth, weight loss, decreased immunity, etc. Dogs can synthesize 12 kinds of amino acids themselves, and the other 10 need to be obtained from food.

2. Water

If the dog's body is not hydrated enough, it will cause severe thirst, a great loss of appetite, indigestion, reduced disease resistance, and blood loss. The loop slows down or even blocks. , the main function of water is to promote metabolism, regulate body temperature, etc.

3. Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates include various sugars, starches and plant cellulose. Sugars with the simplest structure are the easiest to digest. Adult dogs cannot digest lactose, which is mostly found in milk, but they can handle the most common sugar, sucrose.

4. Mineral trace elements

Mineral elements required by the animal body are essential. It is an important component of tissue cells in the animal body and is also responsible for bone growth. important elements. At the same time, it is an indispensable component for the synthesis of other vitamins, hormones, and enzymes. Trace mineral elements play an important role in promoting body metabolism, blood coagulation, nerve regulation and maintaining normal heart activity.

5. Fat

Fat is an important energy substance. Fat deficiency is manifested by rough coat, fatigue and weakness, reproductive failure, hormone secretion disorder and neurological dysfunction. Therefore, the dog’s fat content needs to be controlled. A dog that is too thin or too fat is unhealthy for the dog’s body.

6. Vitamins

Vitamin plays an important role in regulating physiological functions. It can enhance the functions of the nervous system, blood vessels, muscles and various organs, and participate in the composition of enzyme systems. Vitamin deficiency can lead to metabolic disorders and even death. Dogs can only synthesize a small amount of vitamins themselves, and most of them are supplemented by feed. Pet owners need to pay attention to supplementing vitamins for their dogs.