5 signs your dog is trying to tell you something

Understanding your dog’s needs is a big challenge for dog owners. America’s Favorite Vet, Dr. Gary Richter, addresses some health warning signs every dog owner should know about and that shouldn’t be ignored.

Dr. Gary Richter
Dr. Gary Richter, America’s Favorite Vet

Shedding all over the house

Shedding is a natural process but excessive fur on your couch, floor, and all-around may be a sign that something is not right. Spring is a common time of year for dogs to shed unneeded fur. But beware, excessive shedding can be a sign of poor nutrition.

Itching, itching & more itching

This can be so frustrating...Your dog is itching more than ever and even his skin becomes irritated. Dogs scratch themselves sometimes, but it can be a sign of a problem if it’s excessive or more frequent than usual. Often it’s caused by a food allergy or missing probiotics in your dog's meals.

Irregular poop routine

A healthy dog on a healthy diet should have regular, effortless bowel movements. In addition, his stool should be firm. If your dog is having a hard time pooping or his poop is liquid, mushy, or extra smelly it's a BIG sign you may need to upgrade your dog's food. Digestive enzymes can help do the trick.

Bad odor

We’ve all experienced having a guest in our home who comes with a distinct “doggie smell.” This unpleasant scent can usually be traced right back to the dog’s food! Believe it or not, your dog really shouldn't be stinky! Some dog-parents who add probiotics, fiber, and vitamin D to their dog's diet report an improvement in their odor.

Snacking on poop

This is so weird and disgusting, yet it actually has a reasonable explanation. When your dog eats poop it could be that he’s missing essential nutrients and is looking to get them from “leftovers.” To help stop this behavior consider boosting his diet with digestive enzymes.

As you can see most of these doggy problems can be traced back to what you’re feeding your dog!

Unfortunately, most pet foods only meet the minimum nutritional requirements for dogs. And that’s my #1 reason why dogs are getting sick.

As a veterinarian for over 20 years and a dog-parent myself, I know it's not easy to switch your dog's food. That is why i created a short video with my beliefs and knowledge about dogs’ health and longevity.

In this presentation, you will learn more health signs to look out for and my simple hack to support your dog's mood, digestion, and overall health. It's so easy and you can do it from your own kitchen - without changing your dog’s food!

Many report that this method leads to fewer digestive issues and health problems, a healthier coat and skin, and overall, helps dogs to live a happy and healthy life.

Watch Dr. Richter’s Diet Tips For Your Dog Here

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Dr. Gary Richter, MS, DVM

About Dr. Gary Richter, MS, DVM

Dr. Gary Richter loves animals, and is passionate about keeping them healthy and happy for as long as possible. He has received more than 30 awards for his expertise in the field, and The American Veterinary Medical Foundation named Dr. Richter “America’s Favorite Veterinarian.” Dr. Richter has been at the forefront of pet nutrition for two decades, and he is also the author of the bestselling “The Ultimate Pet Health Guide”.