It is beneficial for puppies to bask in the sun. First of all, sunbathing helps the synthesis of vitamin D in the dog's body, thereby promoting the absorption of calcium. Secondly, basking in the sun can also promote melanin deposition and make the dog's nose darker. But owners should also be careful not to take their puppies to bask in the sun at noon or afternoon in summer or when the light is strong, to avoid heat stroke and dehydration. In addition, if the puppy's immunity has not been completed, it is also recommended that the owner does not take it outside to bask in the sun. It is recommended to bask in the sun at home to avoid contracting diseases.
1. Benefits of sunbathing for dogs
1. Sunbathing can promote the absorption of calcium in dogs, prevent dogs from calcium deficiency, bone deformation, etc., and is useful for preventing rickets, Lying on the hoof has a certain effect.
2. Sunlight contains ultraviolet rays, which can promote melanin deposition and make the dog's nose darker. It can also effectively sterilize and disinfect the dog's hair.
3. Sunbathing can effectively increase blood circulation in dogs and promote metabolism.
2. How long should a puppy bask in the sun?
Puppies should bask in the sun for about 1-3 hours a day. Because the body and skin of newborn puppies do not have the ability to feel heat, too strong light may cause skin sunburn, so puppies should not bask in the sun for too long every day, and they should not be exposed to the sun.
3. Precautions
1. Puppies that have not been vaccinated have poor resistance and are susceptible to diseases outdoors, so it is not recommended to take them outside to bask in the sun. You can place it in a place at home where it can get sunlight.
2. Puppies should not be exposed to the sun, and they should not be exposed to the sun for too long every day. Under normal circumstances, puppies should choose to bask in the morning or when the temperature is moderate, not noon or afternoon, otherwise the puppy will suffer from heatstroke or sunstroke.