What are the symptoms of calcium deficiency in Chow Chows? If Chow Chows are deficient in calcium as puppies, they are prone to intervertebral disc disease, and may have uneven teeth or even double rows of teeth; Chow Chows lacking calcium in adulthood will develop extra-rib disease. Turn over, the joints are deformed, the paws are splayed or limp, and the amount of hair will become less and the color of the hair will become dull.

1. The 2 to 3 months after a Chow Chow is born is an important period for the formation of intervertebral discs. If there is a lack of calcium at this time, they are susceptible to intervertebral disc disease, which will occur in adulthood, causing lifelong pain.

2. If calcium supplementation is insufficient, puppies will also develop rib valgus, deformation of the wrist and elbow joints of the forelimbs, deciduous teeth that are difficult to fall off during tooth replacement, slow growth of permanent teeth, thin enamel layer, unstable structure, and prone to double The condition of uneven teeth or permanent teeth.

3. Inadequate calcium supplementation in adult dogs will cause severe deformation of the forelimbs. If not detected in time and treated improperly, it may cause permanent paw splay or lameness.

4. In addition, calcium deficiency in Chow Chow will also be reflected in the color of its coat. If it is deficient in calcium, its coat color will not be as bright as that of a normal dog, and will be darker or even yellow. And compared to dogs of the same age, it doesn’t have that much hair.

How to supplement calcium for Chow Chow:

It is recommended that some calcium-containing foods should be added to the Chow Chow's diet, such as dried shrimps, soy products, fish, etc. These foods are rich in calcium, are safe, effective, and can Let the dog absorb it better. However, food supplements are slow to take effect. If your dog is obviously deficient in calcium, it is recommended to take some calcium supplement products.

If your Chow usually eats less calcium-containing food, it is recommended to eat some calcium supplement products, such as calcium tablets, calcium powder and other calcium supplement products, which can more effectively supplement calcium for your Chow. Chow Chows absorb calcium very well.

Regularly taking your Chow out to bask in the sun and do some exercises will not only help your Chow stay fit, but also help you have a perfect figure.