dog oil supplement

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Stormy Stewart
Mio, MI

We all love our pups. We would be lost without them but sometimes we don't think about their health until they are no longer healthy. This quick and easy supplement will help your dog maintain his youthful vigor. This makes 1 cup or 48 teaspoons. That is enough for 24 days

(1 rating)
yield 1 cup full
method No-Cook or Other

Ingredients For dog oil supplement

  • 1/4 c
    flax seed oil
  • 1/4 c
    cod liver oil
  • 1/4 c
    canola oil
  • 1/4 c
    olive oil

How To Make dog oil supplement

  • 1
    Place oils in brown bottle and shake well. Store in refrigerator. Add two teaspoons to the dogs food each day. Can be add to dry food as well.
  • 2
    flax seed oil can boost your dog's health, aid in the treatment of cancer and play a major role in maintaining the immune system. Inflammatory disease like a bowel disease or arthritis can be maintained and even treated by feeding your dog flaxseed oil on a regular basis. heart disease in dogs. beneficial as a preventative measure. Implementing fatty acids as a regular part of a dog's diet can help prevent high cholesterol, blood pressure and heart rhythm problems. If your dog has already been diagnosed with heart disease, using flaxseed oil should still be a priority alongside his prescribed medications. Flaxseed oil is also helpful in the treatment and prevention of cancer in dogs. omega-3 fatty acids work to slow down cancer growth or prevent it in the first place. Better yet, regular intake of this substance can boost the immune system over time, helping your dog's body fight against the cancer on its own or prevent free radicals from converting more cells into cancer. Making flaxseed oil a regular part of your diet can also prevent or control allergies. Dogs that suffer from allergies often have poor immune systems to begin with. Another benefit of flaxseed oil for your dog is its affect on his coat. If your dog suffers from a dry or very dull coat, fatty acids help to improve the texture of his coat, making for fuller, shinier hair. While superficial, a dull coat is often a sign of other health problems like a weakened immune system. Since flaxseed oil makes the coat shiny, it is apparent that this also helps the health of your pet.
  • 3
    cod liver oil Health Benefits of Cod Liver Oil for Dogs Cod liver oil is a natural fish oil that provides the omega 3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA, as well as naturally occurring levels of Vitamin A and D. The omega 3's in cod liver oil supports: joint health cardiovascular health skin and coat health visual development brain health energy production anti-inflammatory environment Vitamin A in cod liver oil supports: vision health growth immune system Vitamin D in cod liver oil supports: bone and joint health phosphorus and calcium balance for healthy bone cells muscle contractions
  • 4
    canola oil It contains Lineolic acid (omega 6), an unsaturated essential fatty acid that plays an important role in the regulation and functioning of every organ and cell in the body. Linoleic acid also helps to balance and heal the immune system as well as reduce inflammatory reactions such as those seen in arthritis and allergic reactions.
  • 5
    olive oil Conditions your dog's coat from the inside out with a daily serving, which helps to impart moisture and gleam to even the driest, dullest fur. Circulation improves and breathing comes more easily with a daily dose of olive oil -- it helps increase blood flow and, in humans, lessens the effects of asthma. So, by extension, it can be a dogsend for brachycephalic breeds such as the Bulldog, who sometimes struggle to breathe. Olive oil helps prevent the cognitive decline associated with aging in all species, so be sure to serve it to senior dogs at least once daily, to keep their minds beautiful and cloud-free. This is especially important if your dog is a super-smartie, such as a Border Collie, Poodle, or Mensa mutt. Dogs don't live nearly as long as we want them to, but nothing looks sadder than a young dog going gray before his time. Olive oil prevents free radical cell oxidation which can lead to premature aging. Rich in monounsaturated fats, olive oil prevents and lessens the effects of cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Whether the portly pepperpot is canine or human, if there are some unwanted pounds that need shedding, olive oil will help grease the weight-loss engine. The monounsaturated fats in olive oil actually encourage pound-melting by breaking down the fat inside fat cells, to get rid of belly fat and reduce insulin sensitivity. With high levels of antioxidants -- including polyphenols, vitamin E, chlorophyll, and carotenoids -- olive oil is very effective at arming the body's immune system so it can efficiently fight off disease.
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