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Cara Menangani Kerontokan Bulu Anjing Dewasa Anda
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Jika Anda memiliki seekor anjing, Anda pasti berurusan dengan gangguan kerontokan bulu. Untungnya, ada beberapa cara mudah untuk membantu mengatasi kerontokan bulu anjing Anda ke tingkat yang dapat ditangani.
Ras Anjing yang mengalami kerontokan
Faktor utama yang terkait dengan seberapa banyak bulu anjing Anda rontok tergantung dari jenis anjing yang Anda miliki. Ras seperti Yorkshire Terrier dan Pudel, hampir tidak rontok sama sekali, dan sangat cocok untuk orang yang menderita alergi ketombe. Tetapi jika anjing bukan salah satu dari ras hipoalergenik ini, kemungkinan besar Anda menghadapi kerontokan. Berikut adalah beberapa tips praktis untuk menangani semua rambut itu.
Hari Rambut Buruk
Banyak anjing yang rontok musiman. Saat suhu mulai dingin, maka bulu bisa rontok. Anjing melepaskan bulu musim panas mereka di musim gugur dan saat musim dingin bulu mereka menjadi lebih tebal. Cara terbaik untuk menghadapinya dengan bersiap-siap. Sikat bulu anjing Anda lebih sering dan tentu menyedot debu bulu lebih sering. Ini akan menjaga bulu tebal agar tidak terlalu sulit diatur.
Anjing juga akan menjalani pembersihan musim semi versi mereka sendiri. Ketika suhu mulai naik di musim semi, anjing akan mulai melepaskan bulu tebal musim dingin itu. Sekali lagi, persiapan adalah kuncinya. Menyikat dan menyedot debu bulu secara teratur akan membantu Anda melewati masa-masa 'berbulu' ini.
Mengurangi Kerontokan Melalui Nutrisi?
Di antara jutaan helai bulu yang terus tumbuh, beberapa ras anjing bulu tumbuh hingga total 39 meter bulu per hari! Tetapi, anjing Anda mungkin tidak bangga dengan jumlah pertumbuhan bulu seperti itu, anjing terus-menerus mengganti bulu mengikuti sistem tubuh anjing. Tiga puluh persen dari kebutuhan protein anjing digunakan untuk pertumbuhan rambut. Jika anjing tidak menerima nutrisi yang tepat, tubuh anjing akan memasukkan protein yang diterimanya untuk mempertahankan massa otot, membuat bulunya menderita.
Bulu yang sehat dan berkilau bukan hanya tanda nutrisi yang tepat, tetapi juga kerontokan bulu berkurang. Makanan anjing premium seperti IAMS™ ProActive Health™ memberi anjing nutrisi yang mereka butuhkan untuk menjaga bulunya tetap sehat, yang berarti lebih sedikit kerontokan.
Masa penting untuk Kebersihan
Menyikat tidak harus menjadi tindakan yang dipaksakan. Latihlah anjing Anda untuk menikmati disikat, sering-seringlah memberikan pujian selama proses, dan mungkin memberi camilan di akhir. Paling mudah dilakukan sejak anjing Anda masih kecil, tetapi anjing yang lebih tua dapat diajar untuk menikmati disikat juga. Pentingnya menyikat tidak bisa terlalu ditekankan. Lihat saja semua rambut yang berakhir di sikat, dan sadari jika tidak ada rambut yang disikat, maka akan rambut tersebut ada di sofa, di lantai, dan mungkin, di tempat tidur Anda.
Pastikan Anda menggunakan jenis sikat yang tepat untuk bulu anjing Anda. Ras anjing dengan kulit yang tebal membutuhkan jenis sikat tertentu, sedangkan ras yang berambut panjang membutuhkan sisir.
Akhirnya, pastikanlah untuk sesekali memandikan anjing Anda. Selain bermanfaat nyata dari memiliki anjing yang bersih dan berbau harum, bulu anjing Anda juga akan menerima manfaat. Namun berhati-hatilah: Memandikan anjing Anda terlalu sering menghilangkan minyak alami pada kulit dan bulunya, mengakibatkan kulit kering dan, Anda dapat memperkirakan akan lebih banyak kerontokan.
Sedikit Waktu Ekstra Sangat Bermanfaat
Meluangkan waktu untuk merawat bulu anjing Anda akan membantu mengendalikan kerontokan bulunya. Sering menyikat dan menyedot debu, dan memberi makan anjing Anda makanan seimbang seperti IAMS™ Proactive Health™ Adult Dog akan membuat Anda tidak terlalu khawatir tentang bulu yang terlalu banyak dan lebih banyak waktu untuk menikmati teman berbulu Anda.
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Feeding your dog the right nutrients and a complete, balanced diet doesn’t have to be a head-scratcher. Find out what can a dog eat, how much food to feed your dog, how many times to feed a dog, how to handle treats and supplements, and much more.
- How Do I Decide What To Feed My Dog?
When deciding which dog food is right for your pet, consider these three factors:
- Your dog’s life stage (Whether your dog is a puppy, an adult, or a senior)
- Lifestyle (How active your dog is)
- Condition (Overall health and bodyweight of your dog)
- How Many Times Should I Feed My Dog?
Puppies should be fed three times a day from weaning (3 to 6 weeks) to 4 months of age. After 4 months, they should be fed twice a day. Most dogs should continue to be fed twice a day throughout their life, although some pets do well with one feeding.
- How Much Food Should I Feed My Dog?
The amount to feed your dog depends on its age, size, and activity level. Feeding guidelines, which list the daily-recommended portion, are included on all IAMS™ packages. Start feeding your dog with this amount and adjust according to its needs. Remember to divide the portion accordingly if you feed more than once a day.
- How Much Should I Feed My Puppy?
The amount you need to feed your puppy depends on 3 main factors — breed, weight, and age. However, you can look at this general guideline that we recommend for puppies:
Puppy
Adult Target Weight (KG)
Recommended Daily Feeding (g/day)
<3 months 3-6 months 6-9 months 9-12 months 12-18 months
Toy breed
1-3
15-72
32-83
37-83
3-5
33-106
72-121
83-121
Small breed (25-50)
5-8
48-151
106-172
111-172
111-170
Transition to IAMSTM PROACTIVE HEALTHTM ADULT DOG
8-10
69-178
151-204
170-204
170-201
Medium breed
10-20
82-299
178-343
201-343
201-339
20-25
137-346
339-404
339-404
339-404
Large breed
25-40
136-492
346-575
404-575
396-575
396-563
40-50
191-509
493-675
575-681
563-681
553-676
This diet contains 390 kilocalories of metabolizable energy (ME) per 100 gms. Remember to have clean, fresh water available for your dog always.
- When Should I Switch My Puppy To An Adult Dog Food Diet?
You should not change your puppy’s food to adult abruptly. Giving your pet time to acclimatize to the new taste of adult food is very important. Also, if you suddenly switch your pup’s food, it can cause digestive problems. Go through this schedule that will help you understand how much to feed your dog and transition your dog’s diet from puppy food to adult food:
- Day 1 – Add 75% puppy food and mix 25% adult food on your dog’s plate.
- Day 2 – Add both foods in equal quantities i.e. 50% puppy food and 50% adult food.
- Day 3 – Increase the quantity of adult food to 75% and bring down the quantity of puppy food to 25%.
- Day 4 – Fully transition to adult dog food.
Here is the weight and age-wise breakdown on when to transition your puppy’s diet to adult food
Weight Range
Age to Begin Transition
Small breeds that weigh < 20 lbs
9 and 12 months of age
Medium breeds that weigh between 20 and 50 lbs
12 to 14months of age
Large breeds that weigh more than 50 lbs
12 to 24 months of age
- When Should I Switch My Dog To Senior Food?
While transitioning from adult dog food to senior dog food, it is important to factor in your dog’s weight. Take a look at this weight table to know when to transition your dog’s food from adult to senior –
Weight Range
Age to Begin Transition
More than 90 lbs
5 years
51 to 90 lbs
6 years
21 to 50 lbs
7 years
Up to 20 lbs
7 years
- What Is The Best Way To Introduce A New Diet To My Dog?
When changing your dog’s food diet, it’s important to slowly introduce new food. Start by offering your dog’s daily portion in a ratio of 25% new food to 75% current food. During the next three days, gradually increase the amount of new food and decrease the amount of the old food.
- What Food Can A Dog Eat If It Is Overweight?
If your dog has gained unhealthy weight, make sure to cut down on fats along with increasing regular exercise. We recommend IAMS Adult Healthy Weight Dry Dog Food, which is low on fats and offers a nutritious blend of fibers and natural prebiotics that support healthy digestion and L-carnitine for a healthy metabolism. How much food to feed your dog if they’re overweight is another major concern. You need to make sure you do not decrease the quantity of the food your dog eats as it will prove detrimental to its health — your dog needs its daily intake of proteins and required fatty acids.
- What Should I Feed My Pregnant Or Nursing Dog?
It’s important to understand that your dog’s nutritional needs change during pregnancy and ensure you feed her nutrition-rich food. For pregnant dogs, we recommend IAMS™ Puppy food as it’s full of proteins that can help your pregnant dog during the gestation period and also improve the quality of milk to nourish her puppies post-delivery.
- Is It Necessary To Feed Both Wet And Dry Food?
Wet food is an excellent treat that can be fed alone or mixed with dry food. Although IAMS wet dog foods are nutritionally complete and balanced, it is not necessary to offer wet food at every feeding. Our dry foods are formulated with high-quality protein sources such as chicken, lamb, or fish, and contain all the essential nutrients pets need. The crunchy texture of dry food also promotes healthy teeth and gums and aids in overall good oral hygiene. In addition, some of our dry dog foods contain a dental enhancement to help block tartar buildup on teeth during and after meals.
- Will My Dog Be Bored Eating The Same Food All The Time?
No. Boredom with food is a human trait. Dogs are creatures of habit and usually are happy with just one food. Dogs generally eat to meet their energy or nutritional needs. They have very short digestive systems, and if their diet is abruptly or constantly changed, digestive disturbances can occur. Also, constant changes can make a pet a finicky eater.
- Is It All Right To Moisten Dry Food?
Adding water will not change the nutritional value of dry pet food. However, once moisture is added, the food should be eaten relatively soon — and any uneaten portion should be discarded to avoid spoilage. We recommend feeding your dog dry food from IAMS because it is beneficial to your dog’s dental health.
- Will It Hurt My Dog If They Eat My Cat’s Food?
Cats and dogs have different nutritional requirements and should not eat each other’s food. For example, cats require a much higher level of taurine in their diet. An occasional venture into each other’s bowls will not be harmful, but it is not recommended to feed your dog cat food regularly.
- How Many Biscuits Can I Feed My Dog Each Day?
We recommend feeding your dog approximately two to four small biscuits per cup of food. Keep in mind that when you add biscuits to your dog’s daily diet, this increases its daily calorie intake, so you should reduce the amount of food you feed. Check the calorie content of the biscuit since biscuits vary in size and formulation.
- Can I Supplement Your Dog Foods With Vitamins, Minerals, Oils, Etc.?
Our foods are nutritionally complete and balanced. Adding vitamins, minerals or oils can offset the balance the food provides. One of the benefits of feeding your dog a high-quality product is that it has been carefully balanced in proper ratios to provide optimal nutrition — nothing needs to be added.
- Why Does My Dog Need To Eat Protein?
Protein is one of the essential elements that should be a part of your dog’s diet. Including protein in your dog’s diet will strengthen its muscles, ligaments, and cartilages. A protein-rich food also brings about a healthy shine to your dog’s coat!
- Why Should One Maintain A Feeding Schedule For Dogs?
It is important to maintain a feeding schedule for dogs so that they are conditioned to expect food at that time and also avoid irregular snacking in between.
- What Are Things Not To Feed A Dog?
You should never feed your dog home-baked goods, candy, gum, chocolate, limes, onion, and grapes. They can harm your dog’s digestive tract and cause infections as well.
- Why Should You Feed Iams Dog Food Over Homecooked Food?
IAMS dog food is full of key nutrients that your dog needs for its healthy growth. The basic ingredients in our food include chicken, fish oil, beet pulp, wholesome grains, and natural prebiotics.
- How Can I Learn More About Pet Nutrition?
To learn more about pet nutrition and dog food diet, feel free to contact us here.
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