Apple cider vinegar (ACV) may have several health benefits for animals, including:
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Digestion
ACV can help with digestion by promoting stomach acid production, which can be beneficial for dogs with mild digestive issues. It can also adjust stomach pH levels to promote a healthy immune system and help animals fight off harmful bacteria.
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Skin health
ACV can help relieve itchy skin caused by allergies, insect bites, or yeast imbalance. It can also help treat “hot spots”, which are inflamed areas of skin that are often caused by insect bites or allergies. ACV can be used as a topical solution by diluting it and spraying it onto the skin.
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Ear health
Diluted ACV can be used to clean a dog’s ears and help prevent ear infections. To clean a dog’s ears, put a few drops of diluted ACV in the ear and then rub it in.
- Flea and tick repellent
ACV’s strong odor may act as a natural repellent against fleas and ticks when applied to a dog’s coat.
- Heart health
Some studies have found that ACV can lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood, which are risk factors for heart disease.
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Other benefitsACV may also improve fertility and endurance in working dogs, help encourage feathering and growth in birds, and help with physical therapy in dogs.