Prevention of Liver Disease
To prevent liver disease, it is essential to reduce the burden on the liver. For pets that have been on long-term medication, it would be ideal to discontinue the medication, but some pets must continue to take their medication due to their condition. In such cases, revisiting their daily lifestyle is crucial.
Ensuring that your pet does not overeat and gets adequate exercise is important. Choosing foods that do not stress the liver (those with fewer additives) or using ingredients that support liver function (such as liver, turmeric, natto, and sesame) in homemade meals can also be beneficial.
An elevated liver enzyme level indicates that the liver has been damaged by inflammation, causing enzymes to leak from liver cells. Therefore, reducing liver inflammation can help improve liver enzyme levels. Consider incorporating anti-inflammatory agents like EPA and DHA (DHA < EPA in terms of anti-inflammatory effects), Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, and Vitamin B2, which promotes cell regeneration.
- EPA, DHA: These are primarily found in fish. Consuming fish itself provides not only these beneficial oils but also high-quality protein. If your pet does not like fish, consider supplements like salmon oil or krill oil (EPA and DHA from Antarctic krill).
– Vitamin C: This has strong antioxidant properties and supports the immune system. It is abundant in foods like broccoli, komatsuna, and daikon radish.
– Vitamin E: This is found in large quantities in plant-based oils and has strong antioxidant properties. While almonds also contain high levels of Vitamin E, they can cause digestive issues, so make sure to finely crush them and introduce them gradually.
・Vitamin K: This vitamin is involved in blood clotting. It is abundantly found in spinach, molokheiya, broccoli, cabbage, and natto.
・Vitamin B2: This vitamin promotes cell regeneration and has antioxidant properties. It is abundantly found in pork, liver, natto, and eggs.
Additionally, there have been many cases where liver enzyme levels stabilized by stopping treats. Commercial treats often contain a lot of additives and can lead to overeating. While meals are essential daily, treats are not something that must be eaten.
By avoiding substances harmful to the liver and giving it a rest, you can help protect it.
The liver is one of the most important organs in the body.
Reducing the burden on the liver can help maintain the health of your dogs and cats.
Ongoing care is crucial, so why not consider incorporating placenta supplements that support liver function?
For our recommended placenta supplement, please refer to Placenta Powder from Domestic SPF Pigs.
Reference Articles on Liver Cancer in Dogs and Cats
Concerned about your pet’s liver health, or dealing with a liver disease in your dog or cat? For tips on restoring vitality and appetite, please check out this page and the links below.
- Liver Cancer in Dogs and Cats – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Improvement Methods
- About Placenta – Part 1Types and Efficacy of Placenta
- About Placenta – Part 2Effects of Placenta on the Liver
- About Placenta – Part 3Effects of Placenta on the Skin
- Liver Function and Liver Activity in Dogs, Cats, and Pets
- Blood Test Items for Liver Enzymes in Dogs, Cats, and Pets
- Symptoms of Deteriorated Liver Function in Dogs, Cats, and Pets
- Preventive Measures for Liver Function Deterioration in Dogs, Cats, and Pets (Protecting Liver Function)
監修獣医師：林美彩 所属クリニック：chicoどうぶつ診療所
代替療法と西洋医学、両方の動物病院での勤務経験と多数のコルディの臨床経験をもつ。 モノリス在籍時には、一般的な動物医療（西洋医学）だけでは対応が困難な症例に対して多くの相談を受け、免疫の大切さを痛烈に実感する。
ペットたちの健康維持・改善のためには薬に頼った対処療法だけではなく、「普段の生活環境や食事を見直し、自宅でさまざまなケアを取り入れることで免疫力を維持し、病気にならない体づくりを目指していくことが大切である」という考えを提唱し普及活動に従事している。
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