An essential trace element and the centre of the red blood pigment haemoglobin.
Iron for dogs
Iron is an essential trace element and the centre of the red blood pigment haemoglobin. Most of the iron in the body is found in the blood.
Iron » the element in the red blood pigment
In the haemoglobin of red blood cells, iron binds the oxygen that the blood transports around the body. In muscle, the related myoglobin performs a similar task. Iron is also a component of numerous enzymes.
One special feature: the body can hardly excrete excess iron. It therefore controls the amount through absorption in the gut.
Haem iron and non-haem iron
In animal foods such as meat and liver, iron is mainly present as haem iron, bound in the blood and muscle pigment. In plants such as pulses and green leafy vegetables, it occurs as non-haem iron. Haem iron is absorbed better.
The absorption of non-haem iron can be increased by vitamin C, while phytate, tannins and a lot of calcium inhibit it.
What iron is valued for in your dog's diet
Iron contributes to the normal formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin and thus to normal oxygen transport in the body. It also contributes to normal energy metabolism.
Because too much iron can be harmful, what matters is a supply that meets the need, not as much as possible.
Which iron compounds exist
In complementary feed, iron is used as a compound, for example as ferrous fumarate, ferrous sulphate or as an iron chelate. Ferrous fumarate is a compound with fumaric acid, a natural metabolic product, and has a high iron content.
Origin and quality
We have worked with the same regular suppliers for many years. Their goods are tested for residues and are additionally examined by independent laboratories before they go into production.
Where we use iron
Iron is an ingredient of DOG FIT by PreThis® CARE senior and of DOG FIT by PreThis® VITAL health (as ferrous fumarate).
Frequently asked questions about iron
Iron that is bound in the blood and muscle pigment. It comes from animal foods and is absorbed particularly well.
Vitamin C promotes the absorption of plant iron, while phytate, tannins and a lot of calcium inhibit it.
Because the body can hardly excrete excess iron and regulates the amount through absorption.
We have worked with the same regular suppliers for many years. Their goods are tested for residues and are additionally examined by independent laboratories before they go into production.
Feel free to take a look at our large FAQ overview or write to us at service@dog-fit.com. You can reach us by phone on the Germany hotline 0800 790 790 9 or from abroad on +49 3221 322 210 0.
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Dr. Sibylle Ott, MD, veterinarian, plays a central role in our team at DOG FIT by PreThis®. As an experienced veterinarian with naturopathic expertise, she contributes significantly to the development of our products. Her experience and deep understanding of dogs' needs flow into many of the formulas we create. She is a valuable asset to our team and to the well-being of many dogs.
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