Our canine buddies are part of our family. Thus, we cannot help but worry when they get sick,
and we cannot explain the grief when they suddenly pass. The average lifespan of a canine
ranges from 10-15 years. However, life expectancy varies by breed of dog. While it is already
difficult to determine the lifespan of a purebred, the crossbreed is even more difficult.
A website, Ultimatehomelife.com, which is dedicated for all things dog, features a cross
between a golden retriever and a German shepherd. Wouldn’t it be a heartbreak to say goodbye
to such a majestic creature? So just like our human loved ones, we aim to lengthen the lives of
our dogs. We try to feed them healthy food, we play with them as a form of exercise, and we fly
to the veterinarian at the first sign of illness.
A recent study published concluded that a high meat diet is better for our canine buddies better
than leftover food or canned diet we treat our dogs with. Basically, the study confirms that the
best diet we can give our dogs is a carnivorous or raw meat-based diet. Move past the cute
doggie commercials that convince us that their processed products are the best goodies for our
dogs.
But does a healthy diet increase the life expectancy of our furry friends? Yes, it does. A study
supporting this confirmation has been published. With 552 dogs included in the study and
observed for over a 5-yr period, the study showed an astonishing difference between dogs fed
with healthy food and dogs fed with processed meals.
The former living approximately 3 years longer than those dogs enjoying canned goods during
meals. Including raw bones in their meals prevent the development of dental infections, which
when becomes chronic also leads to a shorter life span. So don’t be lazy and don’t feed your
dogs with those not-so goodies in a can. Imagine having an additional 3 years of cuddling,
playing and exercising with your beloved doggie best friend. However, keeping them healthy
does not mean fat. Dogs live longer when they are thin, so it is essential not to give them fatty
and oily food.
Apart from a healthy diet, there are still several ways to help lengthen the life of your precious
ones. Daily exercise like humans, keep the dogs healthy. Let them run around daily even for just
15 minutes. You can also exercise with them, by hiking, running around in the park or even
taking a morning run to the beach. Also, don’t forget to groom your pets should be on a daily
basis. This will prevent bacteria and fleas from infecting your precious one.
There are also vaccines available in the market to prevent them from getting viruses. However,
you must remember not to overdo this and over vaccinate your pet. Remember, too much of
everything is bad. So consult with your vet. They would also want what’s best for your dog.
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