Salt is a key source of vital electrolytes: chlorine, sodium, and potassium. Sodium plays a crucial role in maintaining electrolyte balance and osmotic pressure. It regulates water balance both inside and outside cells, facilitates electrical charge transfer across cell membranes, and influences blood pressure.

While sodium is essential, excessive intake can lead to hypertension, arterial stiffness, and damage to blood vessels, kidneys, and the brain. It also disrupts electrolyte balance and water regulation in the body.

Conversely, sodium deficiency can cause an imbalance in electrolytes and osmotic pressure, impair water balance, and lead to dysfunction in the brain and kidneys. In extreme cases, it can result in edema (inability to expel excess water), dementia, heart and brain issues, lethargy, and even death.

Sodium, chlorine, and potassium are macronutrients typically found in animal-based foods such as meat, organ meats, body fluids (like blood), eggs, natural calcium sources (like calcium algae), and seaweed. For this reason, carnivores on a balanced diet typically do not require additional salt supplements.

When Should Salt Be Given?

• When the diet is unbalanced (either cooked or raw)

• During electrolyte loss due to intense vomiting or diarrhea

• When going to bodies of fresh water (reservoirs, lakes, etc.), especially for dogs who enjoy playing in water. Prolonged water exposure can lead to overhydration, causing a drop in sodium levels in the body, which can prevent proper water excretion and result in pulmonary edema. In such cases, giving a small amount of salt can help restore sodium balance and support water management.

Composition:
Salt (NaCl) 100%

Analytical Composition:

• Sodium chloride: 98%

• Calcium: 0.4%

• Magnesium: 0.2%

Method of Use:
Administer as needed.