Everyone wants to do their best for their pet, from grooming to walks to dental health. However, one area where pet parents can have a great influence may fly under the radar—a dog’s brain health. Follow this easy list to ensure your pal gets the best support to be their brightest!
Go for Good Fats–as in Omega-3s
Like humans, dogs don’t produce all the omega-3s they need for brain health, so pet parents should turn to supplementation. Omega-3s are a collection of polyunsaturated fatty acids with eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), found in fish, providing the most health benefits for dogs. DHA is the most abundant fatty substance in the canine brain. Providing dogs with supplemental DHA supports the structure of cell membranes in the brain and supports healthy brain function, including memory and learning. Studies show that puppies fed higher levels of DHA score much higher on trainability than pups raised with low omega supplementation. While necessary for puppies, DHA is also important for dogs at any stage of life, including older dogs (who, according to the old, untrue adage, can’t learn new tricks). 
Here’s where you must be a smart pet parent: Not all omega-3 products are the same! Most fish oils are not a good source of omega-3s due to the possibility of rancidity and the dangerous amounts of heavy metals they contain. That’s not the case with Intelligent Omega™ from Terry Naturally® Animal Health. It’s an omega-3 sourced from Atlantic salmon without oil and in the perfect bioidentical form. Another difference? Intelligent Omega is derived without harsh solvents. It has better absorption because the omega-3s are bound to phospholipids, plus it contains peptides that support delicate blood vessels. Best of all, Intelligent Omega comes in a tasty chew!
Skip the Refined Carbohydrates—Get Adequate Dietary Fiber and Protein
A nutritious diet matters. Limit the treats your dog eats and turn to the fiber and antioxidants important for a dog’s diet, including veggies like carrots, green beans, kale, mushrooms, parsley, pumpkin, and sweet potato. Don’t forget the antioxidants in curcumin, which can be found in Curacel® Curcumin from Terry Naturally Animal Health. Make sure your pup’s diet includes highly digestible proteins from quality meats—not meat by-products that can be parts of animals not intended for human consumption.
Turn to Probiotics–A Surprising Way to Support Canine Mental Health
Did you know a dog’s gut and brain are constantly communicating? That means a healthy gastrointestinal tract and intestines are part of the synergy for stellar mental health in canines. Probiotic Daily™ from Terry Naturally Animal Health helps support proper digestion and bowel health, maintains proper gut flora, and balances intestinal microflora with two powerful probiotics.