Salmon Oil for Dog
Salmon oil is an essential food supplement! It has many qualities and can improve your dog's health and the palatability of his bowl. Easy to find and very affordable, it can be added to every meal for your dog's greatest pleasure!
How is salmon oil made?
Salmon oil is made from the flesh of the fish through a filleting process. This process allows the oil to be extracted and the salmon fillets to be recovered for sale.
Salmon oil is thus a natural and quality product.
What are the qualities of salmon oil?
Salmon oil has many qualities! It improves the health of your dog's skin and coat, strengthens its immune functions and reinforces its joints. It also has an anti-inflammatory and anti-stress effect. It reduces cardiovascular risks, promotes circulation, etc..
In short, it has only qualities!
Why give salmon oil to your dog?
Salmon oil has many virtues. Rich in essential fatty acids and Omega 3, it is a very beneficial food supplement for your dog. In general, fatty acids help improve reproduction and coat beauty, but that's not all!
Here is a non-exhaustive list of the benefits of salmon oil for your dog:
• It reduces arthritis problems
• It also reduces the risk of cardiovascular accidents
• It optimizes brain functions
• It fights against vascular hypertension
• It stimulates the immune functions
• It has an anti-inflammatory effect
• It increases the functions of sight and hearing
• It promotes fertility
• It helps to regulate stress by regulating the function of adrenaline
• It makes the hair shiny and better maintained
In short, salmon oil has many qualities. An important point to add is that salmon oil adds palatability to a product.
So, if your dog is picky and refuses to eat his kibbles, adding a little salmon oil to his kibbles will be good for his health, but will also make him want to eat them.
Which salmon oil should I choose for my dog?
As with all oils, there are several qualities of products available. And it is necessary to pay attention to the quality of the product in order to obtain all the benefits of this oil.
Here are some tips to help you:
First of all, it is recommended to choose a cold-pressed oil, in order to preserve all the nutrients. In addition, it is important to know that there are several sources of fish.
It is preferable to choose an oil made from wild and not farmed salmon. This is recommended, first of all because of the quality of the fish, but also because the farming conditions are not always respectful.
Also, beware of oils that contain additives, your salmon oil must be 100% natural.
Finally, it is strongly recommended to choose an oil made from food quality salmon fit for human consumption and not from fish by-products, in order to obtain a quality oil.
A little extra: Also pay attention to the container of your salmon oil, the bottle must be practical to use and the oil must keep well.
Salmon oil is a natural product, good for your dog, but there can be undesirable effects, especially if given in too large quantities. In order to respect the dosage, do not hesitate to consult your veterinarian to obtain advice tailored to your dog.
How much to give my dog and when to give it?
Salmon oil can be added to your dog at every meal. Whether your dog eats kibble or homemade rations, salmon oil can be added and will be beneficial to your dog.
There are several types of packaging for the oil, and some bottles have a practical push button to ensure correct dosing and to avoid getting it everywhere, as salmon oil can stain!
Concerning the quantities to give, it is recommended to give per day :
- About 2.5ml for a dog of less than 5 kg
- About 5 ml for a dog from 5 to 10 kg
- About 10 ml for a dog from 10 to 15 kg
- Up to 15 ml for a dog over 15 kg
In any case, don't hesitate to refer to the instructions on the packaging of your bottle of salmon oil and/or ask your veterinarian for advice on how best to feed your dog according to his age, activity, weight, etc.
