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Silicon very suitable for pregnant bitches.

Dog owners often associate silicon with older dogs with arthritis or other joint problems. But silicon is a mineral that has a much broader effect and supports the entire body. Therefore, silicon is also recommended for pregnant bitches, read in this blog how it works.

Silicon

28 July '23 • 1 min reading time

Silicon supports entire skeleton

The mineral silicon supports the entire body of the dog, not only the bones and joints but also the tendons, ligaments, muscle attachments, and the skin and coat. This supports the entire body and ensures that the dog has a stronger body overall. In addition, silicon stimulates the production of body's own glucosamine and collagen. By giving (hydrolyzed) silicon to your dog, you ensure that there are enough building blocks in the body to make the skeleton stronger as a whole.

Stronger skeleton for unborn puppies

The bitch transfers nutrients to her puppies in her womb. The more nutrients the bitch has in her body, the more she can pass on to the puppies so that they have a better start in life.

By giving silicon to the bitch (start before the pregnancy), you automatically ensure that the puppies also receive this silicon, so they start with a stronger body as soon as they are born. This has positive effects for them as they grow and may also make them less prone to injuries later in life.

Conclusion: start silicon on time!

Is there a litter of puppies planned? We recommend starting with silicon about 2 months before mating. Of course, earlier is also possible! But silicon is a building material and therefore it takes some time to work properly. Give (hydrolyzed) silicon during pregnancy and possibly afterwards as well.

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