Benefits of Chlorophyll for Dogs and Cats
Chlorophyll is a natural pigment found in algae and plants. It allows plants to absorb energy from light. It also happens to be a superfood with tons of health benefits for people. But what about chlorophyll for pets?
Chlorophyll is just as healthy for pets as it is for humans! It can be used as a nutritional supplement and immune booster for animals like horses, fish, birds, bunnies, and dogs and cats. Here are some of the awesome health benefits of chlorophyll for pets:
- Aids digestion
- Reduces inflammation
- Lowers cholesterol
- Lowers blood pressure
- May help with weight loss
- Aids immune function
- Anti-viral properties
- Improved absorption of nutrients
- May improve fur health
- Cleanses red blood cells
- May improve skin health
- Boosts energy
- Helps heal wounds
- Fights infection
- Helps break down bladder stones
How Can You Incorporate Chlorophyll into Your Pet’s Diet
Chlorella: This algae is a great source of chlorophyll but a little hard to digest. A great way to utilize its health benefits is through supplements that use a process that involves breaking the cell wall of the chlorella to make the chlorophyll more available.
Seaweed: Green, red, and brown seaweed are rich in chlorophyll that can be used for your dog or cat. Seaweed pigment is more complex than non-water plants, meaning that it has a full range of chlorophyll types that can be consumed by pets. A whole, mixed seaweed supplement is a great option that packs a punch with its health benefits.
Spirulina: Spirulina is an algae with chlorophyll as well as lots of other nutrients. However, it’s important to be careful with this one as large amounts are toxic to pets. A pet-safe supplement of seaweed and spirulina mixed is a better bet to avoid any risk of toxicity.
Pet Grass: Cat grass (oat, wheat, barley, alfalfa, and rye) is a great source of nutrients for your cat, including chlorophyll. Plus, it’s a great way to keep indoor cats happy!
As always, it’s important to make sure any plants in your home are safe for your pets. Purchasing cat grass from your local pet store is a good idea to avoid any potential problems.
How Much Chlorophyll Can Pets Have
It’s important to always consult with your veterinarian before adding any supplement to your dog ro cat’s diet. Check with them and see what they think about the benefits of chlorophyll for your pet. It’s best to go with a supplement brand that they recommend and to follow their exact guidelines on dosage.
In general, the following amounts of chlorophyll are safe for pets:
Dogs: Dogs can have ⅛ teaspoon of chlorophyll supplement per pound of food.
Cats: Cats can have ¼ teaspoon of chlorophyll supplement per pound of food.
Note that large quantities of chlorophyll can cause digestive upset in pets, and some pets may be sensitive to the pigment altogether. Once cleared by your vet, it’s best to test a very small amount with food and monitor your pet for any negative side effects.
Check out some other natural remedies for pets, like apple cider vinegar for dogs.
We hope this helped explain some of the health benefits of chlorophyll for pets! Check out our latest post on the effect of catnip on cats.
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