How Do You Prevent Cataracts In Dogs?
It is normal for the eyes to age and undergo some changes as dogs get older. If the pupils are cloudy or milky white, cataracts may be present. They can be caused by diseases like diabetes or by injury. They can also be caused by free radicals, which are harmful oxygen molecules in the body that gradually damage the tissue in the eye. The good news is that free radicals can be fought with preventive treatment before your dog gets cataracts. If your dog already has cataracts, fighting free radicals may prevent them from getting worse. Fight free radicals with vitamins E and C. These vitamins are known as antioxidants because they block the harmful oxidizing effects of free radicals. For pets with cataracts the dose is 50 IU of vitamin E for every 10 pounds of weight once a day. Punch a hole in the vitamin E cap and squeeze it into your pet’s food. For vitamin C, give 100 mgs twice per day for every 10 pounds of weight. Use powdered vitamin C and add it to food. Vitamin C can cause diarr
