The benefits of coconut oil for dogs!

12/4/2012

What is Coconut Oil?

Coconut oil is a fantastic addition to any dog's diet. More and more people are discovering the amazing health benefits of virgin, unrefined coconut oil... and we are learning that this oil has lots of benefits for our dogs too! Coconut oil consists of approximately 90% saturated fats, yet most of those fats are Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCTs). The main component of the MCTs in coconut oil is lauric acid; which is antiviral, anti-fungal, antibacterial and helps to balance the immune system. MCTs are an excellent source of energy and are extremely easy to digest, as they do not require lipase or gall bladder bile to digest - making it easily processed in the body.

How can Coconut Oil help my dog?

Coconut oil is very beneficial to the skin and coat. The addition of this oil to the diet can result in the alleviation of skin conditions such as itchy skin, eczema and allergies. Coconut oil can reduce allergic reactions and improve the overall health of the skin and coat while making fur soft and shiny. Coconut oil can be used to deodorize as well, which makes it a phenomenal toothpaste substitute for dogs with stinky breath. Coconut oil can also be used to treat both fungal and yeast infections, including candida overgrowth.

Due to the antibacterial properties of coconut oil you can apply it topically to disinfect wounds and skin abrasions and promote quick healing. I have used coconut oil topically on Hunter with nice results, I find that it speeds the recovery significantly while keeping the wound clean. Apply coconut oil to hot spots, insect bites and stings, scrapes and scratches for protection and healing.

This fantastic oil is also used to treat or improve digestive issues and it is also known for improving digestion and nutrient absorption. Coconut oil is also known to assist in normal regulation of the thyroid, which can also help overweight dogs shed the pounds.

In summary, coconut oil is an extremely healthy oil that consists of mostly saturated fats - but don't let that put you off! Coconut oil is extremely rich in Medium Chain Triglycerides and contains lauric acid which is very easily digested and converted to energy. Coconut oil improves skin and coat conditions, allergic reactions, improves digestion and nutrient absorption, support a healthy immune system and disinfects wound and promotes fast healing.

The dosage for coconut oil is one tablespoon for every 30lbs of body weight. Try this healthy oil for your pet, you won't be disappointed!

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253 Comments

Serene

1/18/2013 11:46:38 am

When I try to put coconut oil on hotspots and rashes, she bolts. Any ideas?

Val Jolly

2/11/2015 06:15:51 am

Put it on your dog's food.

MARY

3/15/2015 11:10:29 am

DOES THIS OIL COME IN LIQUID FORM OR DO YOU HAVE TO HEAT IT UP?........

Turtlebug link

5/15/2015 02:48:56 pm

I've been taking coconut oil in capsules for a few years now. No reason one cannot break the capsule open and pour it onto dogs food!

Gail Pereira link

10/17/2016 07:59:34 pm

So what kind of food should I feed him.he was on Earthborn but it had to much fat so I switched it to perfect ballance I give him an tablespoon of salmon oil.

R MARSH

4/27/2015 12:59:03 pm

Put in in your hands rub your hands together, then give her "pets" "body rubs", let her taste a little bit 1st so she knows it's a good thing. I do that with fresh aloe from the leaf, I rub it between my hands call 'em over, and as they run past swipe.... once they realize it won't BURN or Hurt like so many products sold for these things, they won't resist, they'll run right up for it.

wendy

5/5/2015 03:08:55 am

Put a towel under your doggie and have somebody help you hold her and comfort her so she knows its ok and feels safe after a minute she will stop getting stiff ,, put a towel also under her head for neck support

Karen Mitchell

5/17/2015 04:14:21 am

Don't do a song and dance when you do it. Have it close to you while your sitting with the dog. While your talking gently to it, apply it then.

I personally would try tea tree oil first

Lou82

6/4/2016 03:57:45 am

Tea tree oil is toxic to dogs ! I have a friend who put tea tree oil on her dog and he went into convulsions , she called her veterinarian and he informed her that it was dangerous to out tea tree oil on dogs.

K9 Instinct

1/18/2013 10:11:10 pm

Desensitize her to it and don't make a big deal out it for her. You can also ask her to lay down beside the open bottle and give her a massage. Then without her paying attention apply it.

Colleen Clark

12/24/2013 12:53:18 am

Also, put some on a spoon and have her smell and taste it...mine LOVE it and think its a special treat.... After tasting she'll be more apt to have you add it topically.

paijon link

11/26/2014 07:15:14 am

it also kills fleas it coats the skeleton of the fleas then they can't breathe and die. My vet recommends it. ( I continue to use activyl spot on and I don't need to use it nearly as often as once a month.I applied v olive oil that comes in the cold pressed form in the jar from the health food store when it melts in your hand and then rub it through the dog's coat down into the skin and the fleas hate it.

jose ava

5/14/2018 02:17:41 am

My symptoms started at the age of 46. My fingers on my left hand were stiff and were difficult to move. People noticed that my walk was not normal. I was often asked did I hurt. I noticed something different about my walk. It was difficult getting up from` a chair and getting out of a car. I was diagnosed a year later and i have to find a better solution and was introduced to try the help of herbal formula. I am now 59 tho and am fully cured from Parkinson's disease.
contact Total Cure Herbal Foundation on: [email protected] or visit their website at https://totalcureherbalfou5.wixsite.com/herbal/contact i had to use the remedies for 15 weeks usage which really help on my condition.
Ava

Cori

1/28/2013 11:48:20 pm

My dog is on a special diet for his allergies. Do you just mix it in the food?

K9 Instinct link

1/28/2013 11:51:51 pm

Yes, Cori! You just add it as a topper to the food, or if they will eat it directly you can feed it right off the spoon.

Ann

9/1/2013 12:10:57 pm

I have 2 dogs and they both love it right off the spoon.

samantha

5/15/2015 06:57:09 am

Can you use it on cats

Mary Dixon link

8/5/2013 09:51:43 am

I started using coconut oil as part of a recipe to make doggie cookies. There is a recipe somewhere here from K9 that includes his other addiction, peanut butter. In a month, his skin had improved remarkedly and his smell is improved, too. He ends up straight out of a jar if I give it to him like that. Sometimes I dribble some on a nylabone and he wants more, and more. I use it on my legs if I get bitten by mosquitos and he now wants to lick my legs!!

Marie Burr

2/10/2015 11:05:36 pm

I would love to get that recipe for doggie cookies using coconut oil, if you have it

Cheryl Williams link

3/14/2015 05:45:50 am

LOL Mary....you bet, all of us can identify with everything you said~

nancy

5/18/2015 01:21:43 pm

i put my dogs pill on peanut butter and he takes t right down.

Karen

10/14/2014 11:38:04 pm

I have two dogs both over 70 lbs, for dosage would it be two tablespoons at each meal or daily?

E Pyer

10/14/2014 11:41:49 pm

1 tablespoon per 30lbs once a day. See below for K-9 instinct reply.

stephanie

1/14/2015 03:55:10 am

you can or give it straight in the bowl

Karen Mitchell

5/17/2015 04:16:28 am

Is your dog on an all natural raw diet?

Sue

1/29/2013 12:23:59 am

I am going to try this for Levi! He has very bad allergies with skin issues and hoping this will help him. He has been on fish oil caps 2x a day since he was a pup.

kathryn

2/1/2014 01:38:39 pm

My yorkie had hot spots all the time, aherbal vet. told me to never let dogs have wheat in there food

Peggy Van Meter

4/28/2015 11:01:47 pm

Use Rachel Ray 6 ingredient. My Papillion loved this.

Laureen

5/3/2015 02:31:22 am

I have 2 Yorkies and they don't have wheat in their diet.. One still gets hot spots.. that could be allergic to certain carpets or material like blankets they lay on..

Karen Mitchell

5/17/2015 04:17:47 am

Sue, is Levi on an all natural raw diet?

Karen

1/29/2013 06:53:43 am

Is this a teaspoon per 20# daily? I feed my dogs twice a day and am wondering if I would add coconut once or twice a day?

K9 Instinct link

8/6/2013 01:08:28 am

1 tablespoon per 30lbs once a day.

Rhonda

7/24/2014 05:04:12 am

Since a tablespoon = 3 teaspoons, then 1 teaspoon per 10#. So Karen, for 20# use 2 teaspoons.

Debbie Schapp

12/18/2014 11:50:02 pm

I have a 3 month old rat terrier mix & he suffers from itchy skin. He weighs less then 10 lbs & I was wanting to try the coconut oil on him. Can you tell me how much I could safely give him? Thank you!

Karen A

2/10/2015 08:50:30 am

OK. Let me make sure I understand how much to Coconut Oil to feed my labs who weigh about 80lbs each....
1 tablespoon per 30lbs (3 teaspoons in a tablespoon) = 1 teaspoon per 10lbs.....
so I would give them each 8 teaspoons per day, right?

DaiseyLexus

2/11/2015 02:27:47 pm

I recently bought a bottle of coconut oil in a gel capsule does that work just like the coconut oil in the jar? I've also heard coconut oil can make your dog gain weight which my dogs (boxers) need to lose some pounds.

Linda Taurman

5/16/2015 01:47:54 pm

My yorkie only weighs 11 pounds. How much would I give him?

K9 Instinct

1/30/2013 07:38:13 am

Good luck! Have you considered feeding raw?

Mary

2/6/2013 02:01:06 am

Our GS is 6 years old next week.He is an old fashion long hair. I am going to try the coconut oil as soon as I can find some. He has a long history of dry skin and itching. I will not go raw.

Kimberly

3/3/2013 02:30:36 am

Natural living centers or the natural/ organic/ vegan area in your groceries store probably carries it. I buy it at the area natural living center.

Bob

5/16/2013 02:24:53 pm

I buy mine at Costco. 2X the amount for 1/2 the price of health food/grocery stores. At least in my area.

tammy

1/18/2015 05:54:43 am

I buy mine at Vitamin World 54oz. for 23.00, however some health for stores are very expensive!

Janet King link

3/15/2015 08:12:53 am

Where can I find the proper coconut oil at Cosco. In what part of the grocery dept.?

Mary Dixon link

8/5/2013 09:53:09 am

I order mine from Swanson's Vitamins online. It is the best buy I have found and I do love it just like my 'beast'.

Cathy Flowers

4/27/2015 02:32:06 am

Costco has it in the organic isles , 78 fluid oz ,, { Nativa } i brought it while on sale cost was 14.99 , reg price , 21.00 .. i use it for them & us

Vickie

8/5/2013 09:56:20 pm

You can also get it at Walmart. It might be less expensive than at a Health food store.

Brenda link

11/27/2014 09:29:05 am

Where in Walmart do I look for coconut oil?

Adrienne

12/17/2014 10:54:19 am

In my Walmart, the coconut oil is next to the other cooking oils on the grocery side.

The are a lot of benefits for us using it, will have to try it out on my furry kids, too!

Karen Medcoff

1/14/2015 03:59:59 pm

if you are talking about lou anna co, don't use it. it's garbage. you want organic cold pressed NOT REFINED co.

John Catenacci link

1/15/2015 03:48:03 am

I buy coconut oil in 8 pound tubs on Amazon for a quite reasonable price - and use it in cooking, mixed with grape seed oil on my own skin for years - and now, for my dog, Spirit too.

Karrie

2/10/2015 05:33:06 pm

I have found extra virgin coconut oil in the vitamin section at walmart.

tatiana

8/22/2013 06:27:50 am

I found some at our local asian market. very reasonable price.

Gayle L.

11/3/2013 12:34:17 am

If you have a Costco near you, they carry a large container of organic coconut oil.

E Hastings

11/26/2013 11:11:18 pm

We have it everywhere in Tuscon ...even an organic unrefined at the Walgreens drugstores! We have started our Boston Terrier on it for her seasonal allergies and her BT sweaty sock smell.....have to say its working....

Leslie

2/12/2015 11:01:36 pm

i to have a Boston,she licks her feet in late summer, when I put the coconut on her feet,she licks it off so fast,don't think it has a chance to work! Lol

Gary ten kley

1/14/2015 02:09:32 am

You can get coconut oil at Costco or any health food store. You cannot feed them too much. I eat 4tablespoons a day myself to help my memory loss.

Penny

8/16/2018 07:31:41 pm

Gary, Does the coconut oil really help your memory? I have been looking for something natural to help me with my memory...

Dee

2/10/2015 06:48:04 pm

You can get it at Walmart. Organic too.

shelli Moore

2/22/2015 10:51:34 pm

I buy mine at walmart also... in the cooking isle it's called extra virgin organic coconut oil by Better Body. I paid 15.00 for a 30fl oz. Tub of it.

Sharon Dees

2/11/2015 08:32:40 am

I found coconut oil on spice isle in Walmart liquid or solid. And also Brookshires has both. I prefer liquid, unless recipe calls for solid. I'm going to try it on my Yorkie, she has skin allergies too. And scratch scratch scratch, it's so annoying for her. And us. I hate to give her allergy meds. but if she starts this gagging and such I have to. She's 6 almost 7 and the older they get the more harmful steroids are for them. Little ones particularly. Good luck to you and your babies.

GS Foley

2/14/2015 01:25:12 pm

I just found Coconut Oil at Target (food store). It's in a jar and solid. I melt it in the microwave and add a tablespoon to her dinner; smells great and my 12 yr old Cocker Spaniel loves it. Also just tried a tablespoon of raw honey in her food and she licked every bit of food off her plate!

Terrie

2/6/2013 02:21:52 pm

We have a GSD with very itchy skin, trying a grain free food Blue Wilderness, we got a shampoo with cortisone in it, helped some, gonna try the coconut oil, sounds interesting

lucy w.

3/16/2013 08:10:25 am

When our WGS, Frank, came down with a terrible bit of 'itchiness' - he was scratching off hair left and right...it was awful. i tried all different kinds of food....and added coconut oil to his food...he eats 2x a day - 2 tsps to each serving...after trying all grain-free foods, we finally are happy with CANIDAE....and the coconut oil...his coat is full and there are no more sore spots. Coconut oil is wonderful for dogs and humans alike! Thank you for posting your website - lots of great information on here!!!

Reg Day

5/23/2013 01:45:38 pm

Try shaved grocery carrots with a heaping tablespoon of natural yogurt. I try to buy the whole yogurt with probiotics when on sale. Anyway, the shaved carrot diet added to her kibbles works great. My itchy shepard has stopped flaking and itching. Plus her coat is fabulous. Beats spending a fortune at the pet store. Hardwood floor has no more dust bunnies and furniture is clean....! Swear its true! My budget sucks for extravagance... :)

Jennifer Simpson

6/15/2014 06:20:28 am

Thanx Reg for the tip, mine would kill for a piece of carrot but didn't think of mixing it together :-)

Jeannine

6/1/2014 03:19:49 am

I have GSD on grain free Solid Gold Barking @ the Moon and all his itching and allergies have stopped. His coat is so shiny too. I'm going to try adding coconut

Rev. Mary Dusina link

2/6/2013 11:57:16 pm

Thank you for enlisting pet owners with holistic data & products like coconut oil / veggi's and such.
Cats respond well to olive oil put onto their front part of their legs and it stops hairballs.
remind people that tea tree oil works for dogs but is toxic to cats. blessings!

Debbie Sherrill

3/3/2013 12:04:17 am

Thank you for your tips!! Are you allowed to tell me the brand that you are using at this time for your dog?

Cindy

3/3/2013 01:28:07 am

Please read the enclosed information with your tea tree oil, it is not safe for dogs. I bought some because my neighbor was using it for tick removal but have not used it because of the warnings included with the product.

Pam

2/11/2015 12:50:09 am

Sams wholesale also has it at a very reasonable price, it is very beneficial to humans as well, I am been using it for years search oil pulling with coconut oil

Mary Campbell

5/16/2013 11:55:05 am

may i have more information on hairball remedies, natural

Pam

3/3/2013 12:01:29 pm

Where do you buy coconut oil? I've never heard of it.

Deb Smith-Utes

3/5/2013 09:18:34 am

If you have a Costco near you, they sell a brand that I believe is called Carrington Farms that is a virgin unrefined pure Coconut Oil, for much less than most places. VERY reasonable.

Grammy

4/7/2013 02:56:24 am

Walmart has coconut oil as well. I buy it there all the time. It's in the regular cooking oil section.

Monika

5/25/2013 04:05:04 am

I have a rescue GSD - 10 years old -. He had quite a few spots with fur missing. I give him 3 tbsp ORGANIC extra virgin coconut oil per day plus add raw, shaved organic carrots. I also add daily Vitamin E to his diet. He is fed grain free with veggie pulps and probiotics. His fur now looks gorgeous - nor more itching. His energy also has increased.

Sandee

11/28/2013 06:53:39 pm

I bought a big jar of it at costco today. Was rather surprised at the consistancy. For some reason thought it would be softer. The dogs both love it. Hoping it helps with their constant itching these days!!

Kim

3/16/2013 08:07:08 am

Pam I found it at Frys (kroger). made by LouAna.

Robin

5/16/2015 11:36:52 pm

I buy mine in Kroger's as well... it's in the health food section!

Julie

3/26/2013 04:09:34 am

I get it at Costco. I'm sure Whole foods and maybe trader joe's.

Maillette

7/2/2014 10:10:36 pm

Can you tell me what section I can find this in Costco? (food or pharmacy?)

E Pyer

7/4/2014 10:44:48 am

Maillette. I found it in the food section at Costco (near the baking supplies) (oil, sugar, flour). Very good by Nutiva.

E Pyer

7/4/2014 10:45:15 am

Maillette. I found it in the food section at Costco (near the baking supplies) (oil, sugar, flour). Nutiva brand

E Pyer

7/4/2014 10:45:30 am

I found it in the food section at Costco (near the baking supplies) (oil, sugar, flour).

Valerie

7/18/2013 06:30:17 am

I found it at Apple Crate. You can also get at Vitamin Shops

Karin Smith

4/12/2014 12:55:42 am

Grocery Outlet if you have those where you live and Walmart..

Kimberly Kane

10/14/2014 12:47:16 pm

I get my coconut oil at iherbs.com very well priced. I have been using on my skin and giving it to my dog. Her coat is beautiful. I am fostering an elderly cat that had fleas . fleas are gone now but man her skin is bad going to give her a taste in the morning.

Chris

12/17/2014 02:22:05 am

We get ours at TJ Maxx or Ross, but I've also seen it at both Kroger and Publix.

Pam

2/11/2015 12:51:13 am

try Sams club if you are a member

Elise

3/4/2013 11:37:37 pm

I buy Coconut oil at the health food store. It is solid but can liquefy and is good to use either way. It's healthy for humans al so, although I don't like cooking with it.

chuck

3/15/2013 01:15:45 am

will coconut oil also help a dry nose, my shepherd's nose dries over the winter

Brenda

3/15/2013 01:40:51 am

What if you don't have a natural store around.. Where can you get the coconut oil?

Melody K. Barrett

3/26/2013 11:25:08 am

Hi, Brenda! I just ordered my coconut oil from www.puritanspride.com. It is where I get all my supplements. Great Service, Great Pricing!

Jasmine

8/5/2013 10:58:51 am

Brenda, most grocery stores have it. My local grocery store (part of the Kroger chain) has it in the vitamin section. Have also found it in the vitamin section at Walmart.

E Pyer

7/4/2014 10:47:05 am

amazon.com

Susan Fellure link

4/27/2015 02:37:19 am

I get mine Sam's Club, walmart, and grocery store I imagine, even saw it at Aldi's

Sharon

3/15/2013 03:26:41 am

Hi I have 2 rescues, and one of them is a Golden Retreiver, named Phoebe, she does have skin problems and also Thyroid condition in which she is on medication through our Vet. I will give this a try, but need to know the proper dosage. I read 1 tsp for every 20lbs., then I read 1TBS per 20 lbs., please let me know which is right.

K9 Instinct link

8/6/2013 01:09:30 am

1 tablespoon per 30lbs once a day. :)

Theresa

3/17/2013 12:42:46 pm

I'm looking forward to trying this I have a 6lb Pomeranian that has dry skin. I love coconut oil and I like trying ideas that are natural and healthy.

jacq

3/17/2013 11:41:42 pm

Can you give coconut oil in addition to fish oil and cosequin?!? My dog is already on these 2 supplements for lymne disease, but i would like the added benefit of coconut oil. thanks in advance for your reply!

K9 Instinct link

8/6/2013 01:10:25 am

Yes, it is safe to give all of those things.

Julia link

3/20/2015 04:11:28 pm

Hi Jacq! Your dog and I have the misfortune of being ill with the same disease. I hope your furry friend is also on an antibiotic. I can't see why there would be a problem adding in the coconut oil; as far as I know it doesn't interact negatively with other supplements. I heard that Dr. Mercola (The God of natural meds and sups) sells an excellent probiotic for pets. As a human with Lyme Disease and 4 co-infections, I know it is absolutely vital that we take a good probiotic daily if we are on antibiotics. I'm sure you know that not all human supplements are OK for dogs but if your dog suffers with pain, inflammation, arthritis etc from the Lyme, you might want to look into a product with tumeric if it's OK for dogs and I recently read that many dog owners were adding a bit of apple cider vinegar to their dog's drinking water and seeing great benefits! BTW, it is pretty hard to treat humans for Lyme once it's gone past a certain stage however dogs seem to recover quite quickly. My sister had 2 infected dogs who recovered 100% and lived to be 16 and 18 yrs old. May I also recommend you go on amazon or to your pet store and buy a proper tick remover...the key type is good. Never ever just pull or burn the ticks off...they leave their mouth parts inside as well as legs and continue infecting. Good luck!

jacq

3/17/2013 11:43:18 pm

Forgot to mention she also takes vitamin E too!

Melody K. Barrett

3/26/2013 11:36:08 am

Angel....First of all...Thank You for all the great advice...you are a treasure! My question is 'can or should I give fish oil gels in addition to the coconut oil? And would you please clarify the amount per 20 lb. Is it one teaspoon per 20 lb or one tablespoon per 20 lb ?
Thank you so much! ♥

Donna

3/30/2013 10:48:14 pm

You say that it can help with digestive problems and i am wondering if it would this help with the diarrhoea that one of my dogs get?
I have found no reason for it and changing foods isn't an option as it can make it worse...he has had tests etc and i do try starving him for a day when it starts but that doesn't always work, he can be fine for a while then get its for a few weeks on and off ( he is a big lad too and its fun cleaning it all up - not! lol )

Joanne

4/7/2013 02:09:33 am

Donna, my Shiloh Shepherd had the same problem. I use PetDopholis which I purchase from VitaCost. It works wonders for any digestive problems. It's all natural.

susan

4/7/2013 10:22:42 pm

I give my Dog Puree Pumpkin for Loose Stoole. It's really good for Digestive Issues. You can also give him a Pro-biotic.

sherri

8/5/2013 11:41:17 am

My G.S. had chronic diarrhea until a friend told me to give her Pepto, and start her on plain yogurt, a couple tsp. in her kibble. She has not had it since, knock on wood. My Husband uses Coconut oil in his oatmeal daily, he swears by it!

Cathy VanBeek

4/7/2013 02:26:36 am

My GSD was recently diagnosed with anal fistulas. He is in anti inflammaroty meds and laxatives but he seems to be no better and is suffering. He is loosing weight and can't seem to have a normal BM. Do you think he would have any benefit from coconut oil?

Lucy W.

4/7/2013 05:07:27 am

Cathy - you should have your dog checked - asap - for EPI - my dog, Frank was diagnosed with this a couple of years ago - he lost 45 pounds in a couple of weeks...his poop looked like grey piles of mud. He was not getting nourishment from his food. I now buy a supplement that is put into every one of his meals and he has been normal ever since... check the website http://www.globalspan.net/epi.htm
for information on what the disease is - and it is prevelant in german shepherds. Best wishes on getting your doggy healthy again!

Jennifer Simpson

6/15/2014 07:31:42 am

Good link. Had my GSD diagnosed with phantom pregnancy. If Prolactin reducing drops don't help, next pancreatic tests. Thanx as very informative.

DeeDee Bolander link

11/27/2014 02:45:22 pm

Our GS, 12 yrs old was diagnosed with an anti-immune disorder and put on Atopica. He was constantly licking his bottom, and it looked like swollen purple donut. Poor guy....He has been on this for a month and a half now. Can't see where it has helped much. He doesn't walk around with his tail straight out as much, I assume because it is hot and that helps to cool it. No diarrhea now, but he just isn't himself. He also has a dry nose, doc says needs to be treated from within. He is on Iams Senior, and a Vit E tablet. Has anyone else delt with this? Do you think coconut oil would help?

Susan Dollins

11/26/2014 06:51:00 am

Hi Cathy,
Our female GSD had a peri-anal fistula. We eventually had to put her down because she was just suffering too much, but we had 8 mostly good years keeping the disease at bay. It is very important that you find a vet who really knows how to treat this disease. A vet school might be a good place to start. It is an auto-immune disease. There used to be a yahoo group if I remember correctly that deals exclusively with this. It was helpful. I hope that you and your GSD do well!
Susan

Karen Gustafson

4/7/2013 02:49:51 am

I get a huge container of Coconut Oil from Costco at a good price.

Kimberly Sheppard

4/7/2013 04:01:36 am

I use Virgin Coconut Oil by the company NOW, I would like to know if it can still be used for a German Shepherd that is recuperating over kidney failure?

Kimberly Sheppard

4/7/2013 04:07:17 am

In reply to my last post about the NOW coconut oil... I meant to say... that I personally use it daily,,, I never thought about giving it to my dogs. My male German shepherd was diagnosed with kidney failure, he has been on a weekend of I.V. and then homeopathic products. I am quite sure he is coming out of it, he wants to play all the time, he is acting like his normal Phantom again! so would it be safe to give him coconut oil on top of his other supplements, like fish oil, omega 6? thanks!

karen

4/7/2013 04:16:47 am

can u give the coconut capsules to your dog

Kathy L

4/7/2013 09:41:51 am

Angel
My boy used to LOVE the coconut oil (in his food, mixed with yoghurt, and right off the spoon), but all of a sudden he won't touch it. If I put it in his food, he will eat around it and spit it out on the floor....have you ever had this happen? Any suggestions on what I can do to get him to start eating it again? He has been on antibiotics for the last 2 weeks and I'm wondering if that is the problem (maybe he thinks I'm trying to hide his pills in it)?

Nicky

4/7/2013 09:45:41 pm

You can also buy it direct from Amazon
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Biona-Organic-Virgin-Coconut-Pack/dp/B0062Y7RTU/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1365421508&sr=8-2&keywords=raw+coconut+oil

Kathy Alexander link

4/7/2013 11:47:45 pm

Bought Carrington Farms Coconut Oil 54oz pure, unrefined, cold pressed, extra virgin for $15.69 at Costco, great price. Using with our 3 showline GSD who have placed 1st in regional shows, do well in Schutzhund, Tracking and working with veterans group to finish certification for theraphy work with the Veterans in our area. Sorry proud of them! No negative effects, looking forward to what we'll see in the long run. BUT so many different dosage instructions. I also see to start with a very small dose and gradually increase it, so with our experience and research I started with a 1/16 teaspoon moving up to 1 teaspoon once a day. Also see 1 teaspoon and 1 tablespoon per 20lbs??? Can someone clarify what they are actually using as a dosage successfully, for how long they have used it and who/what they used as a reference source for the dosage information. Thanks!

Greta Marchus

4/21/2013 07:55:46 am

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Judy

4/29/2013 10:49:07 pm

I get coconut oil from Tropical Traditions in the 5 gallon bucket. Order it when they have a free shipping day!

I also get supplements from Dr Andrew Jones.

Debi

5/6/2013 12:26:22 pm

K9 previously said 1 tesp per 20 lbs.
I too want to know if I can continue with the fish oil. My Wheaton Scottie has seasonal allergies-ichy skin. I am doing everything I can to help her. She has been eating raw for the past several months

Kathy L

5/8/2013 10:22:19 am

Debi
I give mine both the fish oil capsules as well as the coconut oil. The extra Omega-3's won't hurt them, if their stools change drastically, cut back on one or the other...but mine gets 2 fish oil caps 2x a day as well as the coconut oil 2x a day (about 1 tablespoon each meal)

Debi Pinck

5/8/2013 11:51:13 am

Kathy, are you giving this for a particular reason? What size is you dog? Abby is 22lbs loves loves loves the coconut oil

tammy

2/10/2015 03:29:45 pm

Debbie I have a golden retriever suffers terribly from alergiies and chew himself raw and bare I started using seagreens powder and i have noticed his fur is growing back in and has becoe much healthier, he's still chewing his paws but not as much.. They say bee pollen for seasonal allergies and seagreens for food www.holisticblend.com.. I'm going to also try coconut oil started today hoping the combination will make a difference..next step hypoallergenic food with hydrolized protein at $140/ bag every 3 to 4 weeks.. hoping for some good results before the food change...

Debi

5/6/2013 12:39:44 pm

Jaylyn link

5/22/2013 01:44:18 am

I have a 6 lb yorkie, 13 lb shih tzu, and a 7 lb maltipoo what is the amount of coconut oil for them?

Susie

6/9/2013 10:35:08 pm

The paragraph stated "the dosage for coconut oil is one tablespoon for every 30lbs of body weigh"

E Pyer

6/10/2013 06:53:54 am

What is the purpose/benefit of shaved carrots? I am going to start my furbabies on coconut oil soon as I finish the salmon oil but noticed a couple of comments about shaved carrots. Please advise

Joan link

7/2/2017 06:15:35 pm

Carrots are good for them. My dogs love them. I had a dog 10 years ago that would jump the fence to the garden and just dig up the carrots. She would just lie down in the grass and eat them. Every year after she started jumping the fence i would just plant more rows of carrots for her!! RIP Mandylee

Joann Cross link

6/10/2013 06:54:58 am

My little guy is diabetic, would the coconut oil be safe for him?

Al Magaw link

6/10/2013 08:15:36 am

do you have a url to the studies that were done with the virgin coconut oil? or a copy of it that I could read? - thank you - Al

Debi Pinck

6/10/2013 11:30:07 am

I give my baby both salmon oil or fish oil AND coconut oil. The pads of her feet are nice and soft. Her coat is think and healthy. Most important-no hot spots, allergies or patches of fur missing like in the past. I couldn't be happier! No drugs to control allergies !!!!

Sharon

6/11/2013 04:46:33 am

Would coconut oil work to reduce tear staining in white dogs?

Barb link

6/12/2013 12:39:14 am

I've been adding it to my dog's food (and mine) for a while now. I haven't noticed any startling changes to his health but he doesn't really have too much wrong with him in the first place. I just thought it sounded like a good idea, lol. I've had no issues with him not liking the taste.

Joyce

6/12/2013 04:25:40 am

How much of a dose do I give my 6lb Shih Tzu?

Nicole

6/24/2013 11:18:46 am

I have a 18 week old Catahoula, he weighs 37 lbs. What is the correct serving? also can a puppy have coconut oil?

Jess

7/9/2013 05:13:27 am

Is there a difference between Extra Virgin Coconut oil and just regular Coconut oil?

Diane Brown

8/5/2013 09:34:42 am

I've been giving them the coconut oil for almost 3 weeks now; I noticed a difference in the scent and the shiny appearance of their coat; and it does make a difference with their digestive system; I will have to adjust the dosage, I was not giving them enough!

Wendy

8/5/2013 09:47:45 am

Maybe this is why my shep/husky has been "stealing" my jar of homemade coconut oil/baking soda toothpaste from the bathroom lately - she's trying to tell me something...

Michele Bailey

8/5/2013 10:06:03 am

Can I give me Sheppard a whole raw coconut to play with/eat?

K9 Instinct link

8/6/2013 01:14:21 am

Not recommended, just the oil, coconut flour or shredded coconut is what I have tested safe.

Nancy

12/17/2014 05:40:01 am

The difference between Extra Virgin oil and plain is the amount of processing. I get organic, raw, cold pressed. I've seen it sold in all the grocery stores, and the warehouse stores. Coconut oil used internally and externally is so good for us. My hands never felt so soft! But, a little goes a long way.
Also, Coconut water is a great way to re-hydrate dogs (and humans). Just check the label for no added sugars or flavorings. It's great for a special treat as well, or mixed in food daily.

Kristi

8/5/2013 10:12:42 am

I started coconut oil with my dogs and one of my females gained a lot of weight. Anyone else have this problem?? I use coconut oil on my skin and LOVE it!!

Diane Brown

8/5/2013 10:28:09 am

Well I'm checking on my female, I weigh her once a month, so I'll next week if she gained weight, I don't want her to gain any weight she had some to lose last year, and she's lost it so I woundn't like her to gain it back. I'll keep you posted

Kathy

8/5/2013 10:13:59 am

This really works! Batty has been miserable in the summer since she was a year old. Her shot record shows allergy shots every summer, sometimes twice, for the last eight years. I started her in May or June on a teaspoon of coconut oil mixed in her food at supper, and at this point she has not started chewing or licking at all. Usually by now her legs are practically totally naked and all raw. You can get it really cheap at Walmart, probably other stores as well.

Kathy

8/5/2013 10:17:31 am

I found it in with the other oils at Walmart, may the baking section. I don't see any pont in paying a premium price at a natural food store after seeing the results I got. I probably use a generous teaspoon full, and she weighs about 50 pounds.

Naveen

8/5/2013 10:18:15 am

How do I use coconut oil to freshen breath?

K9 Instinct link

8/6/2013 01:12:46 am

Absolutely, it works great as a breath freshener.

Leanne

2/1/2014 12:54:55 am

I have fed my 11 month old gsd a raw food diet since he came to us at 10 weeks. Between that a using coconut oil he hardly sheds at all. I would love everyone to feed their dogs a raw food diet. He loves coconut oil. If I have it on my hands (I use it as a moisturizer), he's all over me :)

tom

8/5/2013 10:30:48 am

I started giving my GSD coconut oil 4 weeks ago she is now one big soft fur machine that all you wanna do is hug

Diane Browon

8/5/2013 10:47:15 am

I know Tom, same with my dogs, and their skin smells so good!

annette wiegand

8/5/2013 10:58:25 am

Oh my gosh! My GSD has been suffering SO BAD with itchy skin! We have been to the Vet so many times. She is on a very expensive prescription diet and steroids everyday. I will go find this tomorrow! We have an appointment scheduled with a Canine Dermatologist in October. It would be fantastic if this works and we could cancel the appointment! I'll try almost anything at this point. I'm so glad to hear others have this issue with their GSD. I was beginning to believe it was only us!

Giselle

8/5/2013 11:00:27 am

How do you use it as toothpaste? I have a 5kg Pomeranian and I usually brush his teeth everyday. I'm afraid I could use too much of it and cause some health issue...

K9 Instinct link

8/6/2013 01:12:10 am

It's safe! Just apply some to the toothbrush or finger brush and brush as you would with toothpaste.

Diane Brown

8/6/2013 01:29:53 am

Starting tonight, Cocconut oil will be their new tooth paste :)

Esther

8/5/2013 02:45:09 pm

Hi, I live in the Netherlands and was wondering where I can find coconut oil here. It sounds like this could help our old fashioned longhair of his hotspots and of doggy odor.

Liz

8/5/2013 03:26:10 pm

Wow!!! But where do I buy it in the UK? What type of shop? I live in Italy but am going to England tomorrow and definatly want to get some! Thanks

carrie

8/5/2013 05:37:39 pm

if i am not mistaken in BIO health shops thats where i'm getting mine

Liz

8/5/2013 05:40:50 pm

Ik I will check it out-thanks!!

carrie

8/5/2013 05:35:04 pm

okido i wl go buy a bottle n put it in her dry food that it's makes with doggy tin food

barbara link

8/5/2013 08:23:18 pm

Can u us the cocnut that u see in the produce dept at the grocery store

K9 Instinct link

8/6/2013 01:11:25 am

Yes, as long as it is unrefined, virgin coconut oil. :)

Jim

8/5/2013 09:45:53 pm

There is nothing better for your dog than a well balanced RAW diet... Our 5yr old gsd has been on a raw diet for 6 months and the improvement to his skin, coat, breath, and smell have been nothing shy of amazing! It's hard to wrap your head around it at first but it makes sense; feed them as close to what nature intended them to eat and watch the improvements happen on their own. Our 110 pound GSD eats for under $3.00 a day

Bree

8/6/2013 12:15:37 am

I see a lot of questions being asked about coconut oil, but not responses. Are they posted somewhere else? I too would like to know what kind of coconut oil to use. I bought LouAna 100% pure and wanted to know if this is the right kind and how much to use on my Chihuahuas, Shepard/malamute mix, and my poodle. Also, someone mentioned using it to brush their teeth. Is it mixed with anything else to do that?

Diane Brown

8/6/2013 12:49:13 am

I use the coled pressed coconut oil; I haven't tried brushing their teeth with it; I give to my dogs for their fur and one of them had digestive problems; the coconut oil solved the problem! The quantity suggested is 1 table spoon per 30 pounds weight!

K9 Instinct link

8/6/2013 01:01:59 am

The article states that the correct kind is virgin, unrefined coconut oil. :)

Michelle link

8/6/2013 01:28:29 am

will rubbing an orange on the back of your dog actually protect it from fleas,ticks?

Pat

8/6/2013 03:05:21 am

I also have a diabetic dog that I give insulin to twice a day, ok for him?

Donna Myers

8/6/2013 03:44:36 am

Can you recommend a brand or product? Is there anything specific to look for when shopping around?

Michelle

8/6/2013 10:47:34 am

Does it have to be unrefined? My coconut oil says 100% pure refined. My GSD needs help really bad. She's pretty much made herself bald. The vet put her on clyndamyacin and it really helped but when the pills ran out it came back worse. Please please help. :(

2/10/2015 06:02:26 am

It must be virgin UNrefined. I accidentally bought refined and that stuff is crap.

Sarah

8/6/2013 09:18:20 pm

I'm in the uk & very interested in giving this to one of my GSD's who suffers badly with itchy & irratated skin. Can you recommend somewhere I can buy it from please. Thanks every so much, he's really suffering at the moment!! 😒

Debra Pinck

8/8/2013 05:11:54 am

Debra Pinck

8/8/2013 05:18:00 am

Sarah, you should be able to find it in a grocery or health & Beauty aids. Also try Nupro Summplements. nuprosupplements.com. The RX your vet prescribed was an antibiotic, it won't rid the dog of the problem. Do some research online you should be able to find help good luck in helping your pup. Wipe her down when coming in from outside and baths are helpful. I have used lavender one drop on a cloth collar to calm. Keep your dog out of the grass and windy environments. Also remove grain from the diet.

Shanda

8/8/2013 06:39:49 am

I've recently started following your blog and I'm completely intrigued! I have a GSD named Judge who will be three this November. He has seasonal allergies that begin every year around May 18 and last until end of September / beginning of October. (We don't know what he is allergic to) For that entire period he is on a combination of prednisone and antibiotics. At first the vet thought it was a food allergy but he has no problems during the winter. (We feed him Acana ) when we try to lower his dosage of pred. He gets a rash on his belly/ pecker area. Would coconut oil help him? How would i give it to him? I worry about the effects all the medication will have on him long term. Also, how do you apply coconut oil for wounds? Just like you would an ointment? He recently hurt himself and has quite the gash that couldn't be stitched closed. It's only day 2 but I'm worried about keeping the area clean. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Ajmail Hasham

2/20/2021 09:04:36 am

Sarah my shep has it.I get it from B and M in the baking aisle.I rub it between my hands and then all over his body and give him a spoonful to eat at same Time.He loves it.

Tatiana

8/22/2013 06:26:03 am

I have a black lab who I just switched to raw. he is overweight. If I give him the appropriate amount of coconut oil it will add an additionial 390 calories to his intake. Should I reduce the amount of coconut oil I give him, or reduce the amount of food he is fed?

simmy

8/31/2013 06:24:09 pm

can i give my 45 days german shepherd puppy humans coconut oil??

Dana

10/11/2013 10:18:50 am

Do you recommend the flavored or unflavored coconut oil?

E Pyer

7/4/2014 10:38:13 am

Extra virgin coconut oil

11/6/2013 12:21:59 am

Hi! Great article!
I have two questions
Is there a loading dose? Do I work up to a tablespoon per 30# over a few days or just start cold turkey?
Can I use it for ear infections? If so how would I use it?
THanks!

Lorraine

11/27/2013 12:28:46 am

I give this to my cats and dogs. My cat had a growth on her back and i applied this everyday for a week and the growth started shrinking. Big problem though...my cat loves the taste of the coconut oil so she started eating the hair off the area I had applied it so now she has a big bald spot. So I had to stop using it topically. I'd like to continue but not sure where to get a cone other than a vet. For now they just get a spoon in their morning meal.

Christie

12/8/2013 12:03:31 am

My Black and Tan obsesses over his hot spots and licks himself raw! His fur is dry and skin is flaky, I can't wait to start him on the coconut oil thank you! My black shepherd is super healthy with a shiny coat but she will still benefit from the coconut oil. I make their food and treats and use brown rice flour a lot. :)

lynda wright

12/8/2013 12:50:36 am

what is the amount to be given if using caplets

Christie

12/8/2013 01:17:00 am

Any recommendations for toxic free parasite control?

connie

1/31/2014 11:22:09 pm

I have a 10 year old gsd, I give her 2 tbs 2x a day, She just loves it. She has dm. I get a large container of it at Sams Club. They carry it at a reasonable price.

Debbie link

2/9/2014 05:34:16 am

Thanks to everyone for these wonderful coconut oil tips. I am going to try this on my 5 yo GS who has had skin issues since he was a puppy. Also will start putting it on my 5 mo. old female's food to prevent any skin issues.

Geoff

3/11/2014 04:56:24 pm

Is it safe to put in dogs ears

Ann

4/11/2014 12:13:02 pm

WAL- MART sells this on grocery side with the cooking oils. Also in vitamins isle. It is cheaper on the grocery side.

Kimberly

4/11/2014 02:02:10 pm

I feed my dogs raw and use to use Fish Oil for the Omega, I have since switched to coconut oil and o like the results.

glo

4/12/2014 02:55:06 am

Is it safe for dogs with diabetes? It seems to me it might be a little sweet.

ina hanan

5/9/2014 06:46:52 am

can i use for my cats too as i can't keep them out of cat stuff

Mark

6/1/2014 10:38:16 am

The dosage for coconut oil is one tablespoon for every 30lbs of body weight.

Is that per meal, per half day, per day, per week? This is important when specifying a dosage ...

Thanks.

Karen

10/15/2014 02:46:46 am

Where can you get this oil. My dog has a skin issure should i rub some on her or just put it in her food.

nikki

10/19/2014 07:50:33 am

Just curious, I have gel tabs of coconut oil how much do I give my 50lb senior dog a day?

E Pyer

10/19/2014 08:44:52 am

Wow never have run into gel tabs. Is it organic unrefined, extra virgin coconut oil?

nikki

11/3/2014 04:58:40 am

nature's bounty, doesn't say organic or anything

GothicGoblin

11/3/2014 01:02:06 am

My Collie and Husky share a coconut ever two weeks - and it's their most loved treat... you absolutely wont go wrong....

Carin

11/26/2014 07:24:50 am

what about coconut oil and cats ... I've one with hot spots

Judy link

11/26/2014 08:09:03 am

Where can you get the coconut oil?

Lanelle

11/26/2014 10:16:25 am

If Coconut oil is good for your dog's hair growth and thickness would it be beneficial for humans to take for their hair? I'm going to get some for my 2 Chi's and 1 Yorkie.

DESIREE

11/26/2014 11:40:35 am

My 1.5 year old rescue named Capone often gets ear infections , usually yeast. The article mentions that you can use it for the infections, but how do you do it just cotton swab it? Thanks in advance and this is a great article

Dawn link

11/26/2014 01:32:52 pm

What about Coconut water???mine will drink that and if ok how much would I give them and also is it ok for cats?Just in vase they would get into it?thank you so much.....

Kitty

11/26/2014 08:38:35 pm

I live in a country where they have plenty of coconut trees, but you can't buy any coconut oil here, can I replace this with giving them pieces of coconut instead or give them the milk that comes out of the coconut or the canned milk? They really love the fresh coconuts and mangos that we grow in our garden.

Rebecca Young

11/27/2014 03:48:15 am

What of a dog gets groomed and a few days gets greasy feeling and the fur, yuck. Would this help that? They also have an itch problem too. That is why I ask. Not sure if it would make the greasy fur worse.

Rachael Pascale

11/29/2014 12:06:37 am

I have a Maltese with eye stains. I am told this is because of allergies. Would the coconut oil help in that respect?

Debi

11/29/2014 09:54:59 pm

I bought
"Wild Oats" Organic, extra virgin & unrefined Coconut Oil at Walmart. 29 ounces for $11.00 in the baking isle. I just started my dog on this yesterday. He is a 90lb Golden Retriever & suffers horribly in the summer from breakouts of numerous hotspots at one time (at least 4 times) & in the fall he gets a severe skin infection. He is just miserable from The first week of June until about November. The Vet bills are enormous because so many times the hotspots get infected. He is an inside dog, my home is very clean and he is bathed regularily with a mild shampoo per Vet instructions. I pray this works or at least helps. This Spring we are doing the expensive allergy testing when he has his first breakout. I am hoping that between the allergy drops & now the coconut oil my dog Spencer A.K.A. Doodle can enjoy his summer. Thank you for posting this!

Debi

11/29/2014 09:57:32 pm

Forgot to mention above that my dog is SUPER FUSSY & he absolutely LOVES this stuff! I do not have to try to hide it in any way. He eats it right from the spoon. What a relief!

Lynne

12/17/2014 03:01:55 am

How long will this take to see results?

Heather

12/18/2014 08:33:59 pm

just to be clear....I bought coconut oil in jar, it's not in liquid form but hard. So one tablespoon per 30lbs? U just put it on top of his food or allow him to eat off a spoon?

Emily

12/19/2014 03:26:49 am

I have a 10 yr old boxer who weighs 90 lbs. He's had allergies and skin infections for as long as I can remember. I've tried everything and the vet bills are enormous. I lived in florida from 2009-2012. He was almost hairless from allergies by the time I moved back to buffalo, NY 2 years ago. The first year here his fur came back beautiful, now it's starting again! When I had him tested for allergies ( and I had to give him injections daily), it showed he was allergic to wheat, corn, chicken and soy. I've always had him on a wheat and soy free dog food, so I don't understand day it's starting up again. I've been feeding him Merrick Texas Beef and he absolutely loves it. I bought the coconut oil and have just started him on it - I'm rubbing it in his skin and in his food, he absolutely loves it! I guess time will tell!

lisa

12/20/2014 03:20:39 am

I have an 8yr old shi tzu an every so often he gets a lot of dry flakey skin on his belly. It's not painful or itchy for him but we do have to buy medicated shampoo from the vets which can be quite expensive would the coconut oil help with this

Kathleen link

1/9/2015 06:38:39 am

I have a yorkie that is 6 lbs , how much coconut oil do I give her??? I only see how much to give a dog that is 30 lbs... Please let me know asap. Thank You Kindly

E Pyer

1/9/2015 08:18:37 am

you might try 1/4 teaspoon per day. I couldn't find the exact measurement but I did see this mentioned for a cat with normal weight of 10-11 lbs they recommended 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon. Hope this helps

Shonna Partlow

5/19/2015 04:24:34 am

1 teaspoon per 10lb so I would give her 1/2 tsp.

MSharp

1/14/2015 02:56:26 am

I have a 7 year old female bully and she has had very loose and bloddy stools for awhile now, what can I give her and would the coconut oil help?? And what vitamins are best for dogs?

Lucy

1/14/2015 05:28:56 am

not sure if coconut oil will help for loose/bloody stools. Sounds like you need a trip to the vet, especially because of the blood. If not for the blood, I would have said, to add some cooked rice to her diet.

Lisa

1/14/2015 06:47:20 am

I leave my coconut oil in a glass container on my radiator cover so it keeps it warm in the winter and then I can pour a spoonful on my dogs food or dip a cotton ball in and wipe in her ears with it - best smelling ears ever :)

Vivian link

1/14/2015 09:25:44 am

What is the dosage and how often?

Kim w

1/16/2015 11:21:38 pm

love your blog I will definitely try this just one question do you know if the consumption amount is the same for humans

Mari A

1/19/2015 12:07:24 pm

I have a GSD that is on a grain free diet but we have a hard time keeping weight on her. Will this help or hurt her?

Marc

2/8/2015 03:56:30 am

My dog has allergy problems, and want to know if the same coconut oil can ...
- Put a skin wound through a vaporizer .. and
- Give to scoop my dog to swallow it ...?
Thanks...!!

anita

2/10/2015 05:00:24 am

I use flakes.? Just as good? Thickens his food up

Dina

2/10/2015 08:02:11 pm

hi, i just want to know this coconut oil is it special oil for dogs or is it the type you buy at the pharmacy??

Bobbie Symonik-Weik link

2/11/2015 01:47:01 am

Would coconut work for my kitty? She does a lot of shedding.

Donna

2/11/2015 04:57:20 am

Do u heat the coconut oil in microwave or just put it straight on their food

Colleen

2/11/2015 05:24:18 am

ok, this is how I read it:
1 tablespoon for every 30lbs. Which equals 1 teaspoon for every 10lbs once a day.
Thank you so much for this tip!

Desiree

2/11/2015 05:32:09 am

My dogs love coconut oil. They have very bad breath so I would love to brush their teeth with it but haven't brushed their teeth before. How do I brush their teeth if the won't hold still?

Leonie

2/11/2015 02:14:43 pm

if your dog has never had coconut oil before start by giving 1tsp per day and work up to 1tbsp per day. A full grown medium to large dog only needs 1tbsp per day after the initial run in period (over a couple of weeks)

Dogs love it. and will lick it off the spoon, or put semi melted blobs on top of their food.

DO NOT melt or soften coconut oil in the microwave, always soften by placing container over bowl of hot water, only takes a few seconds to melt.

Enjoy the benefits of great dog health. its so worth it.

Kim

2/16/2015 09:33:13 am

I have a 16 year old chihuahua and he will not eat the coconut oil. Any advice on how I can make him eat it?

Julia link

3/20/2015 04:24:19 pm

For everyone who is asking where to find this miraculous coconut oil, it is sold commonly almost everywhere... in grocery stores, Costco, Walmart, Sam's, health food stores, amazon, online stores, you name it they've probably got it. It is not an exotic item, it's like buying olive oil. And don't fall into a trap of paying a huge amount of money for a tiny jar, you can buy an inexpensive bucket of it which is just as good. It really can be used for many purposes.. google it and you will see articles on 200 ways to use coconut oil and the like. It really is great stuff!

Cheryl Phillips

4/27/2015 04:16:10 am

This is good to know!

Lynette

4/27/2015 04:34:58 am

Does this work on skin tags?

Marsha Adans

4/27/2015 06:03:28 am

Can also order from Puritan's Pride. LOVE it!!!!

Cindy

4/27/2015 10:02:09 am

I eat and use coconut oil daily brushing my teeth and my Boston also eats it. I buy organic from Vitacost.

chandra

4/29/2015 02:31:00 am

Hello! I was wondering how long until changes can be noticed by feeding my dog coconut oil? I asked my vet awhile ago if this was okay to do for her and he said fish oil is bes . But I already had coconut oil for my own benefits and used it instead of fish oil for her. The vet said it may upset her stomach. I've used it only a few times didn't see any affect on upset stomach. I can't put it on her food, bcas of my mothers dog and she will not let me. So I just scoop it out and fed it to her. I also was wondering if you knew how much the turmeric costs? My dog has recently developed a few lumps. Only one so far has me worried but the vet said it could progress to cancer later on. And also a skin tumor on her ankle :( She's 9 years old but still my baby.

joan libby link

7/2/2017 06:52:43 pm

http://www.petguide.com/health/dog/what-are-the-benefits-of-coconut-oil-for-dogs/

Cindy link

5/12/2015 02:50:59 am

I have a female miniature schnauzer seven years old diagnosed with Cushing's disease last year with hepatitis liver & fatty liver and a kidney stone could she benefit from the coconut oil

Robert

5/18/2015 08:44:22 am

We bought refined coconut oil. Can we use it or go back and get unrefined?

Shonna Partlow

5/19/2015 04:30:57 am

So that's 1 teaspoon per 10lb. Ok has anyone tried coconut flour a substitute for whole wheat flour in dog treats? Looking for the conversion necessary from amount of whole wheat flour to the amount of coconut flour.

Hazel

5/21/2015 11:49:00 pm

Hi my dog has a poorly paw and she keeps licking it i have bought some organic coconut oil but it's in solid form, do i just put some on her paw or does it have to be in liquid form . thanks .

randi link

8/11/2015 06:17:46 am

How long till you see a difference on the flaking skin? I used virgin coconut on my german shepherds whole body ...rubbing in into the skin through all the hair. She loved it since she is itchy.

Inday

11/11/2015 09:10:38 pm

Can i rub coconut oil in my dog's skin? my pom has just been shaved, the groomer never knew about not shaving a pom. and does anyone have any idea how to grow it fast?

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9/15/2017 09:02:53 am

I have a boxer, and we all know boxers are generally the one breed of dog that is literally allergic to EVERYTHING! I have my 2 1/2 year old boy, Murphy, on Blue Buffalo Salmon and Potato Grain Free and the only "human food" I give him are veggies and fruits. I've always heard about Coconut Oil being good for them so I figured I try it out. Can this be a replacement for toothpaste as well? I have the Carrington Farms 100% extra virgin coconut oil and it's in a hard form. I give him some off a spoon to eat. But obviously there's more I can do with it. I need some recipes if you ladies would care to share any.

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Coconut Oil is fantastic for detangling fur and removing mattes.

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It got me when you said that coconut oil will be great for our pet's skin and coat, since it can treat itchy skin, eczema, and allergies. I will suggest this to my husband so that we can get organic pet oils this weekend to try on our dog. It might work on him, since our dog just started to scratch all over its body when it hasn't happened ever before.

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