5 Steps to a Shiny and Healthy Coat For Your Dog
Most people don't know this but if you want a shiny and healthy coat for your dog, you can adjust your pet's diet to help it gleam.
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First, make sure your dog is eating a good diet rich in omega fatty acids (fish, olive oil, flax seeds and other foods are full of these healthy acids)
This can be really simple
Choose any of the following or mix them up for a shiny and healthy coat for your dog.
Pour a tsp. or tbls. of olive oil over your pet's food daily.
Add a tsp. of flaxseeds over your pet's food too or feed treats rich with flaxseeds
Salmon Oil
Raw foods have a great affect on the coat of your pet. There are frozen varieties available which make it simple for you.
I add sometimes buy frozen raw beef or lamb medallions to mix in with Baggins' kibble and then add some olive oil. He loves it and his coat has gotten softer and has fewer tangles after just a week of adding the olive oil!
But Does Your Dog Have a Skin Condition that Affects His Coat?
It could be your pet is suffering from hot spots or other problems that could cause fur to fall out or become sparse in places. Try adding Omega 3's for a month to help.
If your pet's coat is dry and brittle Omega 3's like flaxseeds, salmon oil and olive oil will help the fur become soft again.
If your dog doesn’t have a shiny and healthy coat it's often because of a diet deficiency.
Maybe she's been ill or has chronic skin conditions, here are some ways you can help to make that coat super soft and lush and heal your pet.
Rule out allergies or sicknessAre there other symptoms--excessive scratching, visible pain, lethargy—if so, these could be symptomatic of a larger issue and you should get your pet to the vet.
Diet changeIf you feed kibble, change brands, try to find one with different ingredients than what you’ve been feeding. Remember, it can take up to three months for changes to be visible in your pet. Add flaxseeds and olive oil to your pet's food. A tsp. of each should make a difference within a week or two.
Fatty acids Make sure your dog is getting enough of these important vitamins, minerals and biotin—these are found in many supplements. Try adding some fish oil, olive oil or flaxseeds to your pet’s food to help him get more vitamins.
Brush your dog Regular brushing is good for your dog’s coat. Brush gently and go with the lay of the fur. Plus, it’s a great bonding time for you and your pet.
Change shampoo There are nearly as many shampoos on the market for dogs as for people. You might want to try a moisturizing shampoo for a dry, brittle coat, or an oatmeal one for overall soothing of itchy, irritated skin. Botanical Dog has a Coat Therapy Shampoo for overall good coat health and a Skin Therapy Shampoo for more challenged skin and fur. Their Refresher Spritz is great for in between times. Or if you're looking for the benefits of an oatmeal shampoo try
Doc Ackerman's Herbal Colloidal Oatmeal Shampoo 20 oz.
In conclusion, a shiny and healthy coat for your dog should be enjoyed in a healthy pet. Luckily, you can easily add to your pet's health by feeding a good diet with healthy omega 3's.
Baggins' Coat is very healthy, luckily. I use the Coat Therapy on him and it makes his coat lush and soft. And, it's the best between baths, a few spritz, I rub it in and brush him...it's like he had a bath!
For a Shiny and Healthy Coat for your Dog
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