{"product_id":"diatomaceous-earth-500-g-for-dogs","title":"Diatomaceous Earth 500 g for Dogs","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"232\" data-end=\"250\"\u003eDiatomaceous Earth for Dogs\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"505\"\u003eDiatomaceous earth is a natural source of silicon. Silicon is a trace element found in the body as part of \u003cstrong data-start=\"347\" data-end=\"384\"\u003etissue structures and supporting structures\u003c\/strong\u003e, and it is considered in nutrition particularly through its connections to \u003cstrong data-start=\"458\" data-end=\"504\"\u003ecollagen and mineral metabolism\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"738\"\u003eChia de Gracia diatomaceous earth consists of fossilised single-celled micro-organisms whose cell walls have accumulated a high concentration of silicon over time. The raw material is of freshwater origin and naturally contains a high concentration of silicon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"740\" data-end=\"778\"\u003eSilicon as Part of the Dog's Tissue Structures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"1096\"\u003eSilicon is found in the body in tissues that require structural strength and flexibility. In research literature, silicon has been described as part of collagen-containing tissues, such as connective tissues and other supporting structures. Collagen is the most common structural protein in the body and a key component of the structure of many tissues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003eThe nutritional significance of silicon is considered as part of a whole, taking into account the interplay of multiple nutrients and trace elements, rather than the isolated effect of a single substance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003eWhen Is Diatomaceous Earth Used in Dog Feeding?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003eDiatomaceous earth is used in dog feeding particularly when you want to take \u003cstrong data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1437\"\u003etissue structures\u003c\/strong\u003e into account as part of a balanced and considered diet. It is often chosen for the diet in situations where attention is paid to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1902\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003ekeratin-containing structures\u003c\/strong\u003e, such as nails, coat, and skin surface structures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1739\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1739\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003ecoat and fur\u003c\/strong\u003e, which are continuously renewing and dependent on nutrition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003ethe dog's \u003cstrong data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003esupporting tissues and connective tissues\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"1832\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1832\"\u003ethe overall diet of the ageing dog\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"1902\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1835\" data-end=\"1902\"\u003evaried trace element intake as part of the daily diet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"2056\"\u003eThe use of diatomaceous earth is based on the nutritional background of silicon, the natural composition of the raw material, and long-standing feeding experience in animal nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2086\"\u003eDiatomaceous Earth as Part of the Diet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2087\" data-end=\"2322\"\u003eDiatomaceous earth is a fine, mineral-based raw material that is not a digestible nutrient. It passes through the digestive tract unchanged. Diatomaceous earth is suitable for use as part of the daily diet or as a course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2412\" data-end=\"2424\"\u003eDosage:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2426\" data-end=\"2439\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2426\" data-end=\"2437\"\u003eDogs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2440\" data-end=\"2558\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2440\" data-end=\"2471\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2442\" data-end=\"2471\"\u003eSmall dogs: ¼ tsp \/ day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2510\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2474\" data-end=\"2510\"\u003eMedium-sized dogs: ½ tsp \/ day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2511\" data-end=\"2542\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2513\" data-end=\"2542\"\u003eLarge dogs: 1 tsp \/ day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2544\" data-end=\"2558\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2546\" data-end=\"2558\"\u003e1 tsp ≈ 4 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2560\" data-end=\"2658\"\u003eMix into moistened food.\u003cbr data-start=\"2593\" data-end=\"2596\"\u003eAlways start with a small dose and increase the amount gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2665\" data-end=\"2684\"\u003eOther Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2685\" data-end=\"2820\"\u003eDiatomaceous earth is also suitable for \u003cstrong data-start=\"2706\" data-end=\"2728\"\u003eexternal use\u003c\/strong\u003e. It can be used, for example, for odour control in dogs' resting areas or surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2827\" data-end=\"2854\"\u003eOrigin of the Raw Material\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2855\" data-end=\"3023\"\u003eChia de Gracia diatomaceous earth originates from a freshwater environment. Freshwater diatomaceous earth is traditionally considered a purer raw material compared to saltwater diatomaceous earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3030\" data-end=\"3054\"\u003eNutritional composition; Silicon 94,2 Calcium 0,3 %, Sodium 1,0 % Phosphorus 0 %\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3030\" data-end=\"3054\"\u003eBackground Information:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"883\" data-start=\"454\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"883\" data-start=\"457\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"526\" data-start=\"457\"\u003eLang K.J., Nielsen B.D., Waite K.L., Hill G.M., Orth M.W. (2001).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"529\" data-start=\"526\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"614\" data-start=\"532\"\u003eSupplemental silicon increases plasma and milk silicon concentrations in horses.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"617\" data-start=\"614\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"647\" data-start=\"620\"\u003eJournal of Animal Science\u003c\/em\u003e 79(10):2627–2633.\u003cbr data-end=\"668\" data-start=\"665\"\u003eThe study found that silicon-containing supplementation increased silicon concentrations in plasma and milk in lactating mares and foals above previously observed levels. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1357\" data-start=\"885\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1357\" data-start=\"888\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"983\" data-start=\"888\"\u003eO'Connor C.I., Nielsen B.D., Woodward A.D., Spooner H.S., Ventura B.A., Turner K.K. (2008).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"986\" data-start=\"983\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1054\" data-start=\"989\"\u003eMineral balance in horses fed two supplemental silicon sources.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1057\" data-start=\"1054\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1111\" data-start=\"1060\"\u003eJournal of Animal Physiology and Animal Nutrition\u003c\/em\u003e 92(2):173–181.\u003cbr data-end=\"1129\" data-start=\"1126\"\u003eThis dual study examined the effects of different silicon sources on mineral and silicon metabolism in horses and demonstrated that different silica sources can alter silicon absorption and retention. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1675\" data-start=\"1359\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1675\" data-start=\"1362\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1385\" data-start=\"1362\"\u003eBeynen A.C. (2021).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1388\" data-start=\"1385\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1412\" data-start=\"1391\"\u003eSilicon in petfood.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1415\" data-start=\"1412\"\u003eThe article discusses the occurrence of silicon in dog foods, its forms, and absorption of different silicate forms in dogs and cats. Silicon has been analysed in dry dog food concentrations and its absorption properties have been evaluated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chia de Gracia EN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56271986688326,"sku":"143-2","price":19.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0100\/2360\/0213\/files\/cdg_piimaa_ml_a82e503a-6732-4346-81d7-a711996de335.png?v=1774958640","url":"https:\/\/www.chiadegracia.com\/products\/diatomaceous-earth-500-g-for-dogs","provider":"Chia de Gracia EN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}