Is salt harmful to dogs

Answer 1

HELL YEAH! ;)

I would disagree with the above answer. Some say it's bad, others say it's okay to give them a little. I mean, how much different are dogs from horses and cows (besides the fact that dogs are omnivores and horses and cows are herbivores)? Horses and cows are given salt licks to satisfy their salt need. Why would it be wrong to give dogs a little salt now and then? But then again, I never use refined salt (such as Morton, etc.), I use unrefined Celtic sea salt (Realsalt brand). It has over 50 trace minerals which our bodies need. Do not buy sea salt that is white in color - this means it has been refined and all the trace minerals are gone, thus rendering it poisonous to our body. Unrefined sea salt will be colored - pink, gray and other colors. These are the trace minerals and are very important and necessary for healthy function. Occasionally I give my Rottie a little of this good salt mixed in with his food.

Answer 2

In small amounts, salt helps maintain proper muscle and nerve function in the dog - it is a vital nutrient. In large quantities, it can induce vomiting or result in salt toxicosis, a potentially fatal neurologic condition.

Answer 3

Salt water cannot harm canines. In fact, it has been found that salt water is beneficial to dogs because it can prevent fleas.