Salt

MasonsBeagles · Post by **MasonsBeagles** » Wed May 21, 2003 2:13 pm

Has anyone used salt for their beagles? I have one that can retain water I have been salting his food and he is fine know. Noticed when temps got above 50 degrees. I am thinking about placing salt blocks in kennels. Any comments? Pros or Cons. Looking for backup if anyone has ever encountered this.

Emery · Post by **Emery** » Wed May 21, 2003 8:45 pm

Salt makes the body retain water. I would think that putting a salt block in the kennel would only amplify your problem.

Emery

Boomer · Post by **Boomer** » Fri May 23, 2003 11:48 am

I've read the same thing in some "health and fitness" articles - salt causes water retention.

MasonsBeagles · Post by **MasonsBeagles** » Sat May 24, 2003 8:05 pm

Sorry I had a typo. The dog was not retaining water. He appeared dehydrated quick. Wondering if anyone has heard of dangers of giving salt.