I would say it depends upon what you're doing with your dog. In most instances, plain water is sufficient. However, if the dog is working for an extended period of time, electrolyte replacement may not be a bad idea.
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I did a quick search and think your most likely correct. Sick pets and K9s would benefit from electrolyte replacement suppliments. I just got done reading a archived post about a SAR dog that was going strong with no sign of stress and then stumbled and collapsed.
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Just a question for those who may know the answer, but if dogs don't sweat, how can they get electrolyte imbalances? Aside from dehydration (which plain h2o will correct), and excluding underlying pathology (such as diabetes, Addison's disease, renal failure, diarrhea, etc)?
Just curious; maybe it would help the cellular recovery time after strenuous activity?
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saliva on the tongue with rapid air flow across it and they have sweat glands in between thier toes. Some species of wild dogs dissapate heat thru thier ears.
Dehydration will cause electrolyte imbalances which plain H2O may not be sufficient to correct. Dogs lose fluid through evaporation from their mouth and respiratory tract as they pant, through their sweat glands on their feet, through urination and defecation, and through excessive salivation (i.e. drooling).
I am no expert on anything to do with dogs.....but I remember someone saying they use pedialyte for dogs--its used for children to maintain electrolytes......Seems like it wouldnt hurt----maybe someone who understands the theory could check out pedialyte.com to see if it flys....
Since dogs don't lose electrolytes through sweating, as we do, there's little reason to replace them with sports drinks. BUT they often need to be induced to drink extra water because of their activity or dehydration. Some sports drinks help with this by giving a flavor to the water. But NEVER give them to the dog as they come, straight from the bottle. They should be very diluted so that there's only enough to give it a taste to the water. Some dogs don't like some flavors so hunt around until you find one that the dog likes. Don't wait until your dog is dehydrated for this.
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