Veterinarian Mikhail Shelyakov warns that giving milk to adult pets…
Veterinarian Mikhail Shelyakov warns that giving milk to adult pets is not advisable, as it can cause digestive issues due to poor lactose absorption and the risk of contamination. He notes that milk should not replace water and may be used clinically as a mild laxative or for appetite stimulation.
Consensus
- Milk is not suitable as a replacement for water in adult animals.
- Adult pets often cannot properly digest lactose found in milk, which can lead to digestive problems such as diarrhea.
- Milk is a perishable product that can quickly accumulate pathogens, bacteria, mold, and contaminants.
- Veterinarian Mikhail Shelyakov from the 'Martovskiy Kot' network provided expert commentary on this topic.
- Milk may be used in clinical practice for specific purposes such as mild laxative effects or to stimulate appetite.
Points of divergence
- The use of electric fumigators, UV lamps, aromadiffusers, and aroma lamps for mosquito protection may harm pets, according to Dr. Mikhail Shelyakov. — vm
Coverage (2 sources)
- Can Dogs Be Given Milk? — Вечерняя Москва
- Acts as a laxative: why you shouldn't treat animals with milk — РИАМО