Symptoms of dogs with calcium deficiency

The symptoms of calcium deficiency in dogs generally include weakness in the four limbs, unstable walking, poor joint development or deformation, easy spasms, thin hair, dull fur color, depressed spirit, poor appetite, weight loss, etc. These symptoms are more common in elderly dogs. If not corrected for a long time, it can lead to various skeletal problems in dogs, such as joint deformation, X-leg, O-leg, rib cage protrusion, etc. Severe calcium deficiency in dogs can also cause muscle weakness. If dogs have calcium deficiency during the teething period, they may have slow milk tooth shedding, slow growth of permanent teeth, etc., resulting in crooked teeth and large tooth gaps.

Calcium is one of the essential elements in a dog's body, and calcium deficiency in dogs of different age groups will also have different symptoms.

Symptoms of calcium deficiency in puppies

1.1. The formation of a puppy's teeth is related to calcium. If a puppy has calcium deficiency, it may cause tooth problems, leading to slow growth and crooked teeth.

1.2. If the puppy has a long-term calcium deficiency, it will seriously affect the skeletal development, resulting in dwarfism, O-leg, etc.

1.3. If the symptoms are severe, the puppy may have difficulty standing, poor mental state, and weak activity. The puppy may want to rest after walking a short distance.

Symptoms of calcium deficiency in adult dogs

Adult dogs will show symptoms such as unstable walking, occasional seizures in the four limbs, depression, and decreased appetite when they have calcium deficiency.

Symptoms of calcium deficiency in elderly dogs

Elderly dogs with calcium deficiency will exhibit constipation, low immunity, and severe cases may have incontinence, weak hind limbs, and sudden paralysis.

Note: In daily breeding, dogs should be given scientific calcium supplementation. For example, calcium tablets can be given to dogs during their childhood, and regular dog food should be chosen. Calcium supplementation is not necessary for adult dogs, but their exercise can be increased in daily life. In their elderly years, dogs can be given oral liquid calcium, which is easier to absorb.