Omega 3 Fatty Acids
Certain fats have been found to have anti-inflammatory properties. This finding has primarily been used in the treatment of itchy skin, but many arthritic dogs and cats have also benefited from fatty acid joint supplements.
While there are no toxic issues to be concerned with, these products require at least one month to build up to adequate amounts. Effects are not usually dramatic but can be helpful.
- Omega 3 fatty acids can be used in dogs and cats.
- Omega 3 fatty acids can be combined with other treatments.
Welactin® Canine – Softgel Caps
One Capsule Delivers:
Total Omega 3 Fatty Acids………………….…..300 mg
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)…………………..155 mg
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)……………….…100 mg
Dosing: Give 1 capsule per 20 pounds of your dog’s body weight daily
Ingredients: Fish oil, gelatin, glycerin, water, natural peppermint oil and mixed tocopherols.
Welactin® Canine – Liquid
One 6ml Scoop Delivers:
Total Omega 3 Fatty Acids……………………….1,450 mg
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)………………….…750 mg
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)……………..………500 mg
Dosing:
5-9 lbs: ½ scoop every other day
10-19 lbs: ½ scoop daily
20-44 lbs: 1 scoop daily
45-79 lbs: 1 ½ scoops daily
8-114 lbs: 2 scoops daily
Over 115 lbs: 2 1/2 scoops daily
Ingredients: Salmon oil, fish oil, mixed tocopherols, mono-and diglycerides, soybean oil, citric acid and rosemary extract.
Welactin® Feline – Softgel Caps
One Capsule Delivers:
Total Omega 3 Fatty Acids………………………250 mg
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)……………………125 mg
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)……………………85 mg
Dosing: Give contents of one softgel capsule daily. Twist end of cap to open and squeeze contents directly onto food. (Do not feed gelatin capsule to your cat, administer contents of capsule only.)