{"id":914,"date":"2024-04-24T08:20:56","date_gmt":"2024-04-24T08:20:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bigdogsbighearts.com\/?p=914"},"modified":"2024-04-24T08:26:57","modified_gmt":"2024-04-24T08:26:57","slug":"tasty-and-nutritious-the-benefits-of-healthy-dog-treats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bigdogsbighearts.com\/tasty-and-nutritious-the-benefits-of-healthy-dog-treats\/","title":{"rendered":"Tasty and Nutritious: The Benefits of Healthy Dog Treats"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Healthy dog snacks offer much more than just a nice break for your furry pal. They take a variety of forms and are filled with many advantages that contribute to the improvement of his well-being overall. Here are just a few major ones of these benefits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Healthy treats ensure that your dog gets the necessary nutrients he needs to survive. The following nutrient-packed puppy snacks<\/strong><\/a> are how you can help your dog be healthy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Protein:<\/strong> Treats that have high-quality sources of protein like real meat, chicken, or fish provide raw materials for strong muscles. They also help your dog grow, develop and maintain strong muscles over the long term. Protein in general aids in tissue repair and restoration following physical activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Vitamins and Minerals: <\/strong>Healthy treats typically contain a healthy dose of vitamins and minerals necessary for various body functions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Antioxidants: <\/strong>Antioxidants protect cells against attack from oxides, which are introduced into the atmosphere as opposed to dissolving naturally and thus can cause chronic diseases like cancer, heart disease and arthritis . Antioxidants also help support overall immune function and maintain thinking power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Omega-3 Fatty Acids: <\/strong>Omega-3 fatty acid rich treats sourced from fish oil or flaxseed offer your dog multiple health benefits. Omega-3s reduce inflammation, support joint health, promote healthy skin and coat and may also improve behavior as well as cognitive function.<\/p>\n\n\n\n