Every day, toxins build up in your dog's body. The more waste in his body, the less energy your dog will have. Currently, we are seeing more complicated disease symptoms in dogs and this is mainly related to environmental changes.
A regular detox and drainage treatment to eliminate harmful substances from the body will keep your dog in great shape!
WASTE = TOXIC SUBSTANCES
When we talk about detoxification and drainagewe also come across terms like "toxins" and "waste". However, these terms do not have the same meaning. Ammonia, an example of waste, is a residual product of bodily processes.
This substance is rendered harmless by the liver and kidneys, after which it is eliminated through the urine. A toxin, such as heavy metals, pesticides and pollution, comes from outside and is more difficult for the body to render harmless.
Such toxic substances accumulate in your dog's body and interfere with the proper functioning of his organs.
The need for detoxification
Your dog absorbs toxins through the respiratory tract, mouth or skin. Toxins have a preference for fatty tissue. Body tissues that contain a lot of fat and where toxins can easily accumulate are :
The brain
The brain contains 60% fat. If the toxins get into the brain, this can lead to epilepsy, among other things.
The liver
Toxins interfere with the functioning of the liver. Your dog will have less energy and will be tired more quickly.
The joints
Hyaluronic acid is the main component of joint fluid and acts as a lubricant. Toxic substances like to accumulate in this fat-rich tissue and can lead to joint problems.
Detoxification is an active biochemical process
The most important excretions from the dog's body are sweat and urine. Both of these have a water base and are therefore not "fat soluble". It is like putting a drop of olive oil in a glass of water: the oil floats on the water and does not dissolve. To eliminate a toxin in the body, it must first be converted into a water-soluble molecule. This task is performed by the liver. This organ filters, neutralizes and transforms toxins. Then, these will :
➤ to the liver and gallbladder to be excreted in the bile and blood
➤ to the kidneys and bladder to be excreted in the urine
➤ to the lymphatic system and skin to be excreted through perspiration
➤ to the large intestines to be excreted in the stool
➤ to the lungs to be exhaled through the air and secreted through the mucus layer (by coughing via mucus or sneezing)
This detoxification process requires a lot of energy from your dog. During a cleanse, your dog may be lazier for 2 or 3 days.
Plants can help your dog!
Certain plants with draining and detoxifying properties can provide the necessary support for your dog:
The great burdock
has purifying and protective properties for the liver
The milk thistle
has protective properties for the liver as well as detoxification properties. It also contains "silymarin", a substance that supports the functioning of liver cells so that they can neutralize toxins more easily. This increases the ability to render free radicals harmless and stimulates liver regeneration.
The artichoke and the dandelion
stimulate the functioning of the intestines, liver and kidneys.
Detoxification
By stimulating the functioning of the liver and kidneys, detox - a superficial cleansing - is a rapid and immediate elimination of toxins. A detox cure is indicated after a medical intervention, after a prolonged medical treatment, after a deworming treatment or in case of intoxication.
Did you know that?
A healthy liver can eliminate 100% of the waste and toxins circulating in the body?
Drainage
Drainage is a deep cleansing that stimulates the functioning of all excretory organs such as the liver, kidneys, spleen, intestines, lungs and lymph nodes. You can describe it as a deep cleansing. The drainage process is a physiological process that has a decisive effect only in the long term. That is why such a cure usually lasts 21 to 30 days.
Our advice
Always combine a synthetic product with a detoxification program to minimize the burden on body functions.
For example, after a chemical deworming, a vaccine, or a drug treatment.
Give your dog a detoxification and drainage treatment at least twice a year to keep him in good condition. For example, as a preventive measure to facilitate moulting just before the period.
Moulting requires more energy from your dog than you think, and by regularly purifying his body, you can help your dog make the transition easier.
Have you tried a detox for your dog? Share your experience with us in the comments ↓
