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Calcium, phosphorus and your dog

Calcium and phosphorus are vital to your dog’s metabolism and to bone development for puppies. The wrong balance of these minerals can lead to brittle bones, deformed joints and even kidney failure.

Your dog can’t tell you what they need. So how do you make sure they’re getting the right balance? You put the right food in their bowl.

A good diet will give your dog the right balance of calcium and phosphorus, which are essential for healthy bones, cartilage and muscles.

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