Does your puppy seem exhausted and groggy during the day? Does he have a low attention span and trouble focusing just like a young toddler? Assuming that your veterinarian has examined your pup and ruled out any serious problems, your next step might be to try out some of these easy-to-implement natural remedies to raise your puppy`s energy level higher.

Once again it`s important to note that these methods are not a replacement for having a veterinarian check your puppy out. But rather they are things you can try if your puppy is generally healthy, in the vet`s opinion.

1. If your puppy is already older than six weeks old, then the first thing to try is reducing its eating times to only twice a day. It`s incredibly common to overfeed young puppies, under the assumption that feeding them more will help them grow and be healthier. But the result can instead be lethargy and an inability to focus for very long. Limiting the puppy`s meals to twice a day can help improve this situation.

2. Next is something that a lot of dog owners don`t really think about, which is the digestibility level of the puppy`s food. The digestibility level should be written on the food`s label, and you should make sure to buy food that has a digestibility level of 85% or higher, preferably even 90% or higher.

3. One important element of a dog`s diet that is all too often lacking is protein. Protein is essential for tissue growth and repair that strengthens the body. Especially in puppies who are in a period of rapid growth. The unfortunate reality is that many dog foods on the market contain too many carbohydrates and not enough protein. When choosing a food for your puppy make sure that it is a good source of protein.

4. Another recommendation is to supplement your puppy`s diet with brewer`s yeast, the yeast used for making beer. It is loaded with B vitamins and protein, and is known to strengthen the immune system and raise regular blood glucose levels in both humans and dogs. You can sprinkle brewer`s yeast into your dog`s food and he will eat it as though it is part of the food itself. In order to make it effective, you should give at least 1 mg per 5 pounds of the dog`s body weight. Brewer`s yeast also has the added benefit of acting as a natural flea repellant.

5. Another recommendation that is applicable to dogs and humans alike, is the consumption of omega-3 fatty acids. They are found in fish oils and flaxseed oil, and are known to increase your ability to concentrate, focus, and think clearly – preventing unfocused lethargy. In dogs these oils also promote a healthy shine in their coat.