Beschreibung
Especially in the cold season, but also for dogs that are exposed to external stress factors (environmental insecurity, moving, issues with other animals, etc.), or those that are immunosuppressed due to illness, it is important to focus on supporting the immune system.
Zinc is an essential component of numerous enzyme systems and is involved in many metabolic processes. It also plays an important role in the formation of antibodies. Additionally, it supports cell growth and proliferation in wound healing (e.g., as a result of surgeries or injuries).
Vitamin C acts as an important antioxidant. Although dogs can produce vitamin C themselves, the production may not be sufficient during a phase of immune weakening. However, a possible overdose is harmless, as vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that is excreted through urine in case of an excess. Unsaturated fatty acids cannot be produced by dogs themselves and must therefore be added to their diet. This includes, for example, linoleic acid and alpha-linolenic acid. Omega-3 fatty acids (n-3 FAs) can have anti-inflammatory effects. They inhibit the formation of eicosanoids, which have strong pro-inflammatory properties. This effect is particularly utilized in patients with chronic skin diseases (atopic dermatitis).