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The Benefits of Omega-3 and Omega-6 Fatty Acids for Dogs

4/10/2013

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The omega fatty acids (Omega-3 and Omega-6) are a potent powerhouse of phenomenal health benefits that can dramatically improve the general health of people and animals alike. Originally recognized as an essential supplement for people, omega fatty acids are now being utilized to alleviate various ailments and improve general health in our pets as well!

Omega fatty acids are labeled as "essential fatty acids" because the body cannot produce them on it's own, so we must supplement them in our diet to receive all the benefits! Omega fatty acids are required for biological processes and act as a fuel for the body. Sources of Omega-3 and Omega-6 include fish oil (most notably salmon oil), flax seed oil, borage seed oil, hemp seed oil, leafy green vegetables, chia seeds, pumpkin seeds and canola oil.
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Omega fatty acids have a wide variety of benefits to our dogs; benefits that have been proven and enjoyed over and over again by holistic practitioners and veterinarians alike.

For dogs suffering from allergies, omega fatty acids can help soothe the skin and alleviate allergies. Adding omega fatty acids into your dogs diet will result in their coat becoming soft, full and luxuriously shiny. The most common benefit of these healthy oils shows itself in the spectacular condition of a dog's fur. The oils help to condition the coat and prevent dryness and dandruff, while helping heal various skin conditions - all of which can soothe an itchy dog!

Omega fatty acids are ideal for young dogs and growing puppies since they play a significant role in promoting healthy brain function while supporting proper growth and development. I always recommend puppies be supplemented with omega fatty acids until at least until they reach two years of age, but this supplement should be continued through out a dogs lifespan. Omega fatty acids are especially beneficial for senior dogs!

Clinical evidence shows that omega fatty acids can greatly benefit dogs with various heart conditions, diabetes, arthritis, joint problems, inflammatory bowel disease, other issues with inflammation, cognitive decline, various skin conditions and cancer.

Omega fatty acids are highly beneficial to dogs, helping to alleviate symptoms of various medical conditions while improving a dog's skin and coat dramatically. If you choose to offer only one supplement to your dog, my recommendation would be to add Omega fatty acid oils! Every dog, at any age, would benefit greatly from this supplement. The best sources of these essential fatty acids are fish oils, hemp seed oil and flax seed oil.

Appropriate dosage of omega fatty acids for dogs is 1000 mg of oil per 30lbs of weight.

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35 Comments
Nick
4/11/2013 07:12:07 am

Would i be able to give my dog omega 3 fish oil pills for humans? Or dog specific ones?

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Rick
4/27/2013 12:11:17 pm

Good question Nick, can't wait for the answer.

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K9 Instinct link
4/27/2013 12:12:12 pm

You can give the human grade, it is the same thing! :)

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Kyle
10/12/2014 12:05:46 am

is it ok to feed these oils to a diabetic dog?

peggy modjesky
2/3/2015 02:02:05 am

Just check out the dosage amounts. I use "human" supplements with no problems.

Jon
4/30/2013 01:58:23 pm

Do you have any suggestions for liquid, rather than the gels? My dog will not take them, and cutting them to apply them to his food is a pain.

Thanks

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Debi
5/6/2013 11:52:26 am

I puncture the gel cap and squeeze the oil on her food, she LOVES it. No problem getting her to eat it that way.

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peggy modjesky
2/3/2015 02:09:59 am

I just put the capsule or gelcap in their food and they just eat them. For tablet, I wrap in peanut butter and they take them willingly.

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Nancy
3/9/2015 02:25:24 am

They well pumps of fish oil. I use that and then just put two pumps on my dogs food in the morning. So much easier and less messy!

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Jane N.
4/30/2013 03:38:34 pm

I put the gel capsules in a bit of water, microwave for a few seconds to heat the water - the capsule softens or melts, the oil is released - pour everything into the dog's bowl!

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Lorraine
5/11/2013 02:32:43 am

do I just buy the tablets from the chemist or is there a special brand ect. thank you

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raw tahini link
5/12/2013 08:48:45 pm

Your take on the subject is wonderful. I agree with your opinion. Hope to read more on this topic to increase my knowledge in this field.

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Wendy
5/30/2013 10:18:51 pm

My poor baby has an area that she gnaws at (but not in my presence because I stop her), the vet said hot spot, shaved her back leg, gave medicine and it is still not stopping her. I keep putting the coconut oil on the area, and it seems to help somewhat, do you think adding this to her diet could help? she is on grain free food - Natures Recipe -- chicken, sweet potato, pumpkin. I use raw baby carrots and dehydrated bananas for training treats, not to mention she gets some of the coconut oil as I put it on the itchy spot. (I feed her some of it at the same time)... Or could there be something else I can give her or put on the area.

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peggy modjesky
2/3/2015 02:21:31 am

Try unfiltered Apple Cider Vinegar diluted 50% with water.in a spray bottle.and spray on "hot spot". If it doesn't work for that, it's still a good room deodorizer. I'm a big fan of ACV. Check the web for other uses.

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Carolyn Goerger
4/19/2015 06:06:04 am

Might try Tea Tree oil on the hot spot too. It works great for many skin problems.

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Liz Gill
11/29/2014 01:41:11 am

There is some research that suggest that dogs with epilepsy should not be given omega 6.

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Hazel
11/29/2014 02:03:59 am

How much should I give to a 6 pound yorkie

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matt
11/29/2014 03:06:17 pm

"1000 mg of oil per 30lbs of weight"

Per feed? Per day? Or per month?

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Andrea
1/16/2015 03:35:40 am

Hi! Im really glad that i found your website and im really thankful all the info you share! I have 16 month old amstaff puppy who has diagnosed really bad atopic dermatris. She was on medrol about 2 months and now i decided to try all your Suggestons on my dog. She wheights 22kg. And have been giving her 1tbl spoon of AVC,1teaspoon coconut oil and salmon oil to her morning meal and in eavning only salmon oiland little bit of honey. She eats raw food. Her skin is so itchy and red, she has scratched her furr off and is miserable.. We also purchased week ago air sterilizer for her. Wanted to ask that are these dosages all right and when i could see the results and can i give all these thing at once? My husband tells me to give her medrol again because its terrible to watch how miserable my dog is... Thank you for great articles!!

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Barb
1/18/2015 11:36:32 am

Andrea, my Airedale also has this skin condition. She's 9 and I've had her tested by a dermatologist vet twice in her life. They cannot accurately diagnose food allergies but I suspect chicken & turkey are the culprits so I feed her fish. I make my own raw food for both my Airedales and it has helped her quite a bit. The most recent allergy test states dust mites are her main problem so I got two air purifiers and it seems to help. I think it's a combination of a lot of things but the test results were all about environmental allergins - grasses and trees. What's a mom to do?? I feel for you. Keep trying.

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yvonne lenegar
1/16/2015 06:47:51 am

Thank you

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Amr
1/16/2015 07:37:12 am

If I give my dog omega3 there is no disease

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Amr
1/16/2015 07:43:58 am

As some dogs have allgeria from fish oil is that true or not as I give my dog omega 3 as a result I saw she began to lose her hair so slowly is that from the omega or something else...

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Kim Long link
1/16/2015 11:50:28 am

My dog is 7 how much fish oil should she get daily?. She's going to join the rest of us as me and my husband both take it. Thanks for the article.

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Dan deez
1/16/2015 09:30:31 pm

It also calms down there anxiety. We have a rescue dog that was very jumpy and anxious, and we started giving her some hemp seed oil on her food and it calmed her down allot. It was like a miracle. She loves it and won't eat her food without it. Makes coat shiny as well.

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Samuel
1/16/2015 10:03:19 pm

For all people who are having problems with their dogs chewing the capsule and just spitting it out. I started using these supplement with "pill pockets" and not a single time did Max and Leo (Dobberman) spit them out after that. These supplements are very beneficial. At the dog park I always get asked if my pups are show dogs because of how beautiful their coat looks and how I should show them...

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Debbie
2/3/2015 06:39:14 am

My vet just recommended omega 3, 6, & 9 for my 160lb Dane who has really dry skin. She said 1600mg divided into 2 doses every day based on his weight.

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Moni
6/3/2015 02:48:45 am

try out omega xl!

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Kim
2/26/2017 06:00:51 am

Can I give my 14lb maltipooh omega Xl and if so what dosage

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Betty hill
7/5/2018 09:23:53 am

What is the answer to how much omega xl can a 14 # maltipoo

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Karen Mitchell
9/6/2017 09:13:47 pm

And Vitamin E needs to be given with fish oils

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Tiffany Locke link
4/19/2018 05:43:28 pm

Thanks for explaining how hemp seed oil and fatty oils are a great source of essential fatty acids. Since this is the case, it would probably be a good idea to research the different suppliers to find one that can offer you high-quality products that use the right ingredients to help your dog's health. Looking online could give you the chance to research the different options by checking the supplier's official website, as well as their reviews to makes, rue that you can find a hemp product for your dog that will help them stay healthy.

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ELAINE RYZA
8/18/2018 09:41:50 pm

OMEGA XL IS NOT FISH OIL, IT IS MADE FROM MUSSELS FROM THE SEA, NO FISHEY TASTE, MUCH MORE POWERFUL THAN FISH OIL, . IT TOOK THE ARTHRITIS AND SWOLEN JOINTS OUT OF MY HANDS WITH ONE BOTTLE, I HAVE BEEN ON IT FOR A YEAR NOW, IT WORKS, I READ IT IS FOR ANIMALS, . DOGS WITH ARTHRITIS, ON THE COMPUTER! WHERE CAN ONE GET IT// IT WAS BY A VET.

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Olga
10/16/2018 10:14:56 am

My question is about diet - I have my 8 week old puppy (Gerberian Shepsky) on a raw meat diet supplement with homemade food - my question is, can I give fresh corn and the cob to eat? I do cooked rice, kale, carrots, raw egg with the shell, apple or blueberries, turmeric and fish oil the raw meat is chicken wings for now. I want to alternate the rice with the raw corn just not sure. Any suggestions on other alternatives for the rice?

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