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How much calcium is required for a 5mo Labrador Retriever puppy? I feel 5 ml as recommended by our previous vet is less. Does it vary from brand to brand? Can you share your experience with your furbaby feeding? Thank you 💞
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3 years ago
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Vani Ravija
Labrador Retriever
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Dr. Rohan Kelawala
Veterinarian, 3 years ago
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Yes it depends on the composition of calcium in your product. So decide the dosage with your vet and give based on his condition.
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Anirudha Raj
Labrador Retriever, 3 years ago
NRC and AAFCO agree that puppies need at least 3 mg of calcium per Calorie (three times the amount of calcium that adult dogs need on a caloric basis). The maximum amount of calcium that puppies should get is 4.5 mg per kcal (4.5 g/Mcal).😊😊 1mg = 0.001ml
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Dishita
Labrador Retriever, 3 years ago
I give 5 ml to my furbaby as recommended by the vet . I recommend to consult the vet before giving much calcium syrup. Thanku 🙂😊
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Ann Mary
Shih Tzu, 3 years ago
It's is alway better to consult a vet regarding this as calcium products prescribed is different and it also depends on the breed Please consult a vet for this
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Ann Mary
Shih Tzu, 3 years ago
My vet prescribed me to give 1 ml every day as mine is a toy breed
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Rachna Nagpal
Golden Retriever, 3 years ago
5 ml / 1 teaspoon can be given per 10 kg body weight or serve as recommended by the veterinarian. Add recommended quantity in current food by mixing well and feeding your pet. Shake well before use.
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Kajal
Desi Indie Dog, 3 years ago
In case of any medication, always Consult your veterinarian. and "GOOGLE" is not always right ....
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Vani Ravija
Labrador Retriever, 3 years ago
True Kajal. I I asked. Recommended 5ml twice a day for my pup. :)
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Vani Ravija
Labrador Retriever, 3 years ago
Thanks Dr Rohan. Any specific brand/s you would recommend? In addition to it, I give curd and buttermilk alternately.
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Kajal
Desi Indie Dog, 3 years ago
I always consult vet for everything (related to my doggo).
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Vani Ravija
Labrador Retriever, 3 years ago
Also, is choona (pinch of quicklime) suggested for puppies or a big no-no?
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Ann Mary
Shih Tzu, 3 years ago
yes .. It's true
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Vani Ravija
Labrador Retriever, 3 years ago
Nice Kajal, I too will keep him posted about any concerns related to Gadhu 💞
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Vani Ravija
Labrador Retriever, 3 years ago
Thanks a bunch Rachna, I too got this recommendation by our vet 🌻🤞
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Vani Ravija
Labrador Retriever, 3 years ago
Thanks Anirudha, technical but yes, very helpful. Thank you 😊
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