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My Great Dane puppy has early rickets. What's the cure and treatment?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Great Dane | Male | 2 months and 25 days old | 35.274 lbs

I have 3months Great Dane puppy his having rickets problem which is only in starting state is any cure for rickets and if there is cure could u give me a tips so that I can help him

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on April 7th, 2019

Correct of diet is the primary treatment for rickets. Many homemade diets for dogs are deficient in minerals and have altered calcium:phosphorus ratios. Therefore, a high-quality commercial food, or one designed by a credentialed veterinary nutritionist, is recommended. Brands of puppy food I recommend include Royal Canin, Hill's Science Diet, Purina ProPlan, and Iams. I hope this helps!

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