How to Feed Dogs in Summer? What Are the Precautions for Raising Dogs in Summer?
In summer, the heat is intense and bacteria are more abundant, making food more prone to spoilage. Owners must pay attention to whether the food given to dogs is fresh and avoid feeding spoiled food. Also, do not feed them frozen food directly, as it may cause damage to the gastrointestinal mucosa. Today, let's see how to feed dogs in summer and what precautions are needed when raising dogs in summer.
Because the weather is quite hot, dogs' appetites may decrease, so owners should appropriately reduce feeding amounts. Firstly, to avoid waste, and secondly, leftover food can cause poisoning if eaten by dogs. For the health of dogs, never feed them spoiled food. If dogs show symptoms like vomiting, diarrhea, or trembling after eating leftover food, owners should take timely measures and provide prompt treatment to avoid endangering the dog's life. In addition, pay attention to the following three points:
1. Due to the heat, dogs eat less in summer compared to the other three seasons, which is normal. Owners need not worry and can appropriately reduce feeding amounts to prevent waste, ensuring dogs consume a suitable amount of food.
2. Dog food can be placed in the refrigerator to freeze slightly, making it more refreshing to eat. Yogurt, meat slices, cheese, etc. can be mixed into the dog food to stimulate dogs' desire for food, thereby improving their appetite.
3. Appropriately supplement dogs with fresh fruits, which can be chilled but not too cold to avoid irritating their stomachs. Also, always provide fresh water daily, cooling boiled water before giving it to dogs. In the evening, take dogs out for moderate exercise. Since their appetites are generally weak, without exercise, the food inside their bodies cannot digest well. Taking dogs for a walk helps digestion.