ANIMALS can also benefit from boosting their immunity, which helps prevent them getting sick.
"The immune system identifies harmful pathogens like bacteria, viruses and parasites; then works to eliminate them," says Dr Donna Raditic of the American College of Veterinary Nutrition (ACVN). "When this system is compromised, your dog may become increasingly vulnerable to illness."
WAYS TO BOOST IMMUNITY
1 KEEP YOUR DOG ACTIVE
Keeping your dog fit and at the right weight are two of the best ways to boost immunity, says Dr Ken Tudor, a holistic veterinarian.
"Fat is the body's largest endocrine gland, responsible for secreting more than 40 different inflammation-promoting hormones, which cause disease," he says. "Even the smallest amount of excess fat can increase the amount of these hormones in the body."
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