B vitamins for fur, skin and nerves.
Brewer's yeast for dogs
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Zuckerpilz des Bieres
So lässt sich Saccharomyces cerevisiae übersetzen. Seit Jahrtausenden gärt dieser winzige Pilz in Braukesseln und Backtrögen.
Pasteur und Hansen
Um 1860 zeigte Louis Pasteur, dass hinter der Gärung lebende Hefezellen stecken. 1883 züchtete Emil Christian Hansen bei Carlsberg die erste reine Bierhefe.
The ritual
Die Hefe, die sich im Sudkessel absetzt, wird gewaschen, entbittert und getrocknet. Als würzige Flocken streut man sie über Müsli, Suppe oder in den Napf.
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Mehr über die Bierhefe im Botanical Archiv →Pure brewer's yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) as a supplementary feed for dogs, in flakes or tablets.
At a glance
- What it is: Inactive yeast from beer production, dried, alcohol-free
- Includes: B vitamins (B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, biotin, folic acid), protein, zinc, selenium, chromium
- For: Dogs of all breeds and ages, especially those with dull coats and during shedding season
- Tradition: A classic in the food bowl for generations.
Why your body is aware of this issue: Your dog's coat reflects their overall health: a lack of B vitamins and biotin leads to dullness and flaky skin. Brewer's yeast provides these essential nutrients in a natural form, and most dogs love its savory flavor.
Here's how to use it
As a guideline, approximately one gram per ten kilograms of body weight per day, sprinkled over food or taken as a tablet. Introduce gradually, administer over three to four weeks, and repeat during the shedding seasons in spring and autumn.
Folk medicine, tradition, research
What brewer's yeast traditionally stands for, what is contained in the inactive yeast cells, and what current research says about skin, hair, and blood sugar.
Good to know
- If you have a yeast allergy or food allergy, first test with a small amount.
- Dogs with kidney problems or a tendency towards gout: consult your veterinarian beforehand, brewer's yeast is high in purines.
- Brewer's yeast is not a tick repellent, even though this is often claimed. Protection must be achieved through other means.
As always, supplementary feed is not a substitute for a balanced diet or veterinary care. Consult your veterinarian beforehand if your pet is ill, pregnant, or on long-term medication.
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