We have all certainly seen our faithful companion thirsting for water after a long walk or a fun game with his furry friends. This sight reminds us how essential water is - not only for us, but also for our dogs. Water, the silent, transparent and often underestimated element, is in fact an invisible engine that keeps our four-legged friends' bodies running and is essential for their well-being and health.
In today's blog post, we invite you to dive deeper into this refreshing topic with us to explore together how this simple element can help improve the quality of life.
Why is water so important for your dog?
Did you know that water is not just a remedy for thirst, but also an active ingredient in numerous bodily functions of your dog, such as digestion and temperature regulation? Yes, you read that right! Our four-legged friends need constant access to fresh and clean water to stay healthy. But why exactly is that? And how can you, as a heartfelt animal lover, make sure that he always has enough of it?
The daily sip of joie de vivre
You may be wondering: How much water does my dog actually need? The answer is as simple as it is complex and depends on factors such as
- Alter,
- activity level,
- diet and
- ambient temperature
An adult dog that spends its days comfortably indoors at around 20-25 degrees Celsius needs an average of 50-60 ml of water per kilogram of body weight daily. And the type of diet, whether you prefer dry food, raw food or wet food, also plays a major role in your pet's water requirements.
Summer, sun, water time
Summer, the time of year when we love to romp around outside with our four-legged friends! But under the fluffy fur, summer can be a real challenge for dogs. Dogs regulate their body temperature mainly by panting and sweating through their paws.
This is accompanied by a significant loss of water. When temperatures remain above 30°C, your friend's water requirements increase dramatically, even when resting - so be particularly careful, always offer a cool place to retreat to and avoid excessive physical activity in high temperatures.
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