Fish oil is a natural product made by extracting oil from fish. Fish oil contains essential fatty acids that aid in overall dog health. Fish oil and its fatty acids contribute to joint health and allergy relief, and they also offer promise for kidney and cancer treatment.
Fish oil contains eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). Potency is measured by EPA, the stronger anti-inflammatory ingredient.
Fish oil is calculated for dog weight at 20 mg/lb EPA. Multiply your dog’s weight by 20 to get the daily dose. For example, a 50 lb. dog gets 1,000 mg of EPA per day.
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For convenience, mix liquid fish oil in food or put a fish oil capsule in a treat. The dose may be given once daily or divided and given twice daily.
Fish oil loses potency with heat and air exposure. Follow label directions for storage and note expiration dates to ensure freshness.
Fish oil works over time. Joint mobility may improve within a few weeks. Dry skin and hair typically improve from nine to 12 weeks.
Fish oil has a mild blood-thinning effect that can affect blood clotting. Follow your veterinarian’s directions for discontinuing fish oil before surgery.
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