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As our pets age, it’s likely some will suffer with an eye condition. If you put prevention methods in place early on, you can stave off problems. And the good news is, there are many natural remedies you can try out to support their overall vision.
None of these natural remedies mentioned, are meant to be a cure in any way if your pet suffers from an eye condition. It’s always advised to consult your vet for signs of developing problems with his vision. But, we will discuss some of the best remedies to potentially slow the onset of eye problems and support your pet’s eyes as they age.
Vitamin A will help keep your pet’s retina healthy and prevent problems like dry eye. Vitamin C is thought to slow vision loss in older pets and lower the risk of glaucoma and cataracts. When taken with vitamin A and C, vitamin E also supports age related vision loss.
This is another simple way to protect your pets vision. If your pet suffers from dry eye, you can help out by using a tear replacement product. Talk to your vet first, who can check for any underlying problem and advise on the best eye droplets for your pet.
Carotenoids are thought to reduce the risk of cataracts and may protect the eyes from sun damage. Lutein and zeanxanthin are carotenoids which are found in leafy greens, vegetables and deeply coloured fruits. You can even give your pet carotenoids in supplement form.
Taurine is an essential amino acid for eye health, especially cats. Without enough taurine in the diet, your pet’s retina is at risk of deterioration, even leading to blindness. If your pet is starting to get vision problems, ask your vet to check for a deficiency in taurine. Taurine is naturally found in seafood, meat and you can also fine taurine health supplements.
Bilberry is a fruit rich in antioxidants which may be beneficial to your pet’s vision. Similar to the blueberry, this little super fruit is used on humans to treat poor night vision and other eye diseases like cataracts. It can be hugely beneficial to pets also, in the early stages of vision problems.
Grape seed extract may aid in improving blood flow and reducing the risk of cataracts. Due to its high level of antioxidants, grapeseed can support eye function in your pets. Grape seed extract has a host of other benefits also like; anti-allergic, anti-inflammatory, brain function support, cardiovascular support and fighting a range of diseases.