Vinegar

Benefits of vinegar for dogs

According to some dog owners and experts, vinegar can have positive effects on the health and well-being of dogs. Here are some possible benefits:

• Vinegar stimulates a dog's appetite and digestion. If your dog eats little or suffers from constipation, you can add a little vinegar to his drinking water. This stimulates the production of gastric juice and promotes bowel movement.
• Vinegar helps with skin and coat problems and also has an antibacterial and antifungal effect that can prevent or alleviate infections.
• It can also balance the pH value of the skin and relieve itching. You can give your dog a bath with vinegar water or rub him with a damp cloth.
• Vinegar kills fleas and ticks. Vinegar makes your dog's coat unattractive to parasites as it disrupts their sense of smell. You can regularly add a little vinegar to your dog's drinking water or spray him with a mixture of water and vinegar.

Disadvantages of vinegar for dogs

Although many dog owners have had positive experiences with vinegar, there are also some risks and side effects that should be considered. Here are some possible disadvantages:

• Vinegar can corrode your dog's tooth enamel. If your dog drinks too much vinegar or too often, it can damage his teeth. Therefore, only give him small amounts and change his drinking water regularly.
• Some dogs do not tolerate vinegar well and get diarrhea or vomiting. This can lead to dehydration. Therefore, you should always pay attention to how your dog reacts to vinegar and stop giving it to him immediately if he has problems with it.
• If your dog has open wounds or sensitive skin, acetic acid can irritate the skin even more. Therefore, always use diluted acetic acid (about 1:10) and do not apply it to injured areas.
   

How to feed your dog properly

When feeding your dog, you should always follow a few rules:

• Choose a natural and high-quality food. Apple acetic acid (also known as fruit acetic acid) is best, as it contains many vitamins and minerals. Avoid artificially flavored or colored foods.
• Only give your dog small amounts of vinegar. The recommended dose is about one teaspoon for small dogs and one tablespoon for large dogs per day. You can add the vinegar to your dog's drinking water or food. Do not give your dog the vinegar more than twice a week.
• Always dilute the vinegar with water. If you give your dog a bath with vinegar water or spray him with it, you should use a mixing ratio of about 1:10 (vinegar:water). This is gentle on your dog's skin and eyes.
• Observe how your dog reacts to vinegar. Every dog is different and reacts individually to vinegar. Some dogs don't like the taste or smell. Others may be allergic or sensitive.
• If you notice that your dog is drinking less, has diarrhea, vomits or scratches, you should stop the vinegar treatment immediately.