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5 ways you can support your dog this winter

5 ways you can support your dog this winter

Amy Matthews |

As winter sets in, our dogs’ needs often change, requiring extra support to keep them comfortable and healthy through the colder months. From joint care to skin health, here are five natural ways you can support your four legged friend this winter!

1. Keep your dog moving comfortably with MoveWellia® Tablets

Changes in weather can be hard on joints, especially for older dogs or those already managing stiffness or discomfort. MoveWellia® Tablets are a perfect addition during the colder weather, formulated with natural Boswellia, Glucosamine, and Chondroitin. These ingredients work together to support comfortable movement and help joint stiffness, allowing your dog to stay active and enjoy their favourite activities. Boswellia, is the main active ingredient and contains 90% boswellic acids which support natural anti-inflammatory pathways in the body, making it great for dogs that are prone to inflammatory joint conditions. Adding MoveWellia® to your dog’s routine not only helps them feel more comfortable day-to-day but also maintains their long-term joint mobility.

2. Calm anxious dogs with Scullcap & Valerian Tablets

Winter often brings along seasonal stressors like fireworks, family gatherings, and more time indoors, all of which can cause anxiety for many pets. Scullcap & Valerian Tablets help dogs stay calm in stressful situations without causing drowsiness. As one of our best-sellers, we recommend adding Scullcap & Valerian Tablets to your routine this winter to tackle stress, fear, and anxiety, whatever the cause, helping both you and your pet to relax!

3. Maintain a healthy winter coat with Kelp Seaweed and Elderberry & Nettle

A glossy, well-pigmented coat is a sign of health, and winter can be a challenging time for maintaining that shine and strength. Kelp Seaweed is packed with vital minerals, including iodine and iron, to naturally support coat growth and pigmentation. This can be especially beneficial for breeds prone to pigment loss or dull coats in winter, as it restores vibrancy and strength to their fur.

For those looking to further enhance coat health, Elderberry & Nettle Extract provides an extra boost. Rich in natural minerals, like iron and iodine, this extract promotes pigmentation and overall coat vitality. These supplements work to keep your dog looking and feeling their best, with a lush, healthy coat that not only shines but also keeps them warm through chilly days.

4. Soothe dry and itchy skin with Omega Star® and topical balms

Winter dryness can make a dog’s skin itchy and uncomfortable, daily exposure from the cold weather to warm conditions at home can cause their skin to dry out more than usual. You'll notice dry skin by spotting specks of it on the top part of your dog’s coat.

Omega Star® contains naturally balanced blend of omega oils from plant-based ingredients, offering deep nourishment for their skin moisture barrier, restoring coat shine and supports quality coat growth and coat. 

Winter is the perfect time to add topical care to your dog’s routine. Our natural lick-safe balms are great for soothing dry patches, protecting cracked paws, and keeping their skin hydrated. Our ultra-nourishing Paw & Nose Balm is perfect for softening crusty noses and soothing sore, cracked pads. With no added fragrance it's ideal for those highly sensitive doggy noses!

 

5. Help build strong immune defences with Garlic & Fenugreek Tablets

Our Garlic & Fenugreek Tablets For Dogs can also be a great addition to support your dog's immune system this winter. Herbal supplements for dogs provide essential nutrients which they could be lacking elsewhere. Due to their active compounds that are proven to help the body remain strong against disease, parasites and infectious agents in a variety of ways, as well as amino acids that are essential for growth and repair.

Black aged garlic and fenugreek are both packed full of powerful health-promoting compounds to help naturally support your pet in a variety of ways:

  • General health - high in antioxidants, to neutralise free radicals, helping to maintain general cell health, as well as compounds that are proven to help the body remain strong against disease, parasites and infectious agents such as bacteria
  • Immunity - help to stimulate and develop a strong immune system
  • Skin - high in antioxidants, which are calming and help to maintain skin health, as well as compounds that assist the skin's natural defences against infections and parasites
  • Joints - helps to maintain comfort and mobility

We highly recommend Garlic and Fenugreek Tablets for Dogs as a great all-rounder for a healthy dog in winter!

By incorporating these natural products into your dog’s winter routine, you’ll be providing them with the extra care and support they need to enjoy a healthy, comfortable, and happy season!

If you'd like any more advice on our products, please get in touch on 01308 897272 or email us at advice@dorwest.com.