Essential Fatty Acids for Dogs and Cats

Veterinarians often prescribe fish oil supplements containing essential fatty acids (EFAs) for dogs and cats with allergies, and dry itchy skin. Now, research shows that omega 3 fatty acids are beneficial for numerous health conditions in pets, including:

• Cardiovascular disease (including heartworm and CHF)
• Cancer
• Food Allergies
• Atopic dermatitis
• Kidney disease
• Arthritis
• Otitis (ear infections)
• Diabetes
• Autoimmune disorders
• Respiratory diseases, including asthma
• Sinusitis

Benefits of Essential Fatty Acids for Cats and Dogs

Learn more about the health benefits that a daily fish oil supplement can provide for your dog or cat by reading these articles:

• What are Essential Fatty Acids and Why do Dogs and Cats Need Them?
  
  
• Fatty Acids are Essential for a Healthy Skin and Coat in Dogs and Cats
  
  
• Can Omega 3 Fatty Acids Help Prevent Heart Disease?
  
  
• Additional Benefits of Essential Fatty Acids

Omega 3 fatty acids for dogs and cats:

Holistic Pet Info carries essential fatty acid supplements for dogs and cats in various forms -- powders, gelcaps, and easy to dose pump bottles.

Omega Gel Caps by NaturVet

Omega Gel Caps are recommended to help maintain healthy skin and glossy coat. A concentrated source of EPA and DHA fatty acids help to achieve a soft, silky, shiny and healthy coat and maintain normal moisture content.

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Super EPA by Thorne Research

Super EPA is a fish oil concentrate that is a superior source of Omega-3 fatty acids. Omege-3s are needed to help prevent skin from drying and cracking and they are also an anti-inflammatory.  This will improve the quality of your pet’s coat and reduce the swelling and wounding associated with biting and scratching.

Omega-3 fatty acids have been shown to prevent heart disease – they help to maintain healthy cholesterol levels, reduce blood pressure, stabilize irregular heart rhythms and reduce clotting of blood platelets. Omega-3s also work as an anti-inflammatory for skin diseases, asthma, allergies and kidney inflammation and some studies have shown them to be beneficial in reducing and stopping the growth of tumors.

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Kelp Help by NaturVet

Kelp Help combines the benefits of natural Omega 3, 6, and 9 Fatty Acids for healthy skin and a glossy coat, as well as being fortified with ESSENTIAL vitamins and minerals important to maintain normal digestion and proper vitamin utilization.

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A high quality dietary supplement with Omega 3, 6 & 9 Fatty Acids from natural sources fortified with vitamins for healthy skin and a glossy coat on your pet. Relieves itching, dull coat and excessive shedding when caused by dietary (fatty acid and/or vitamin) deficiency.

Contains no hormones or antihistamines and may be fed as needed to control itching, or every day for a beautiful coat.

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Ultimate Skin and Coat from NaturVet

Formulated with only the highest quality, all natural active ingredients, Ultimate Skin and Coat by NaturVet combines the benefits of natural Omega 3, 6 & 9 Fatty Acids for healthy skin and a glossy coat. Fortified with biotin, vitamins, and minerals important to maintain normal digestion and for overall health.

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