Flax Seed Oil V Fish Oil V Others V Vitamins

[Bullbreedlover]

Ok

So these products have been around for years and have been used by dog owners for just as long.

Experiences please from those who supplement with these.

There are alot of studies out there which have said this and said that.

Your views.

Also a recommendation for oils which are safe for bitches as well

I am aware that excess Vitamin A is a no no as it can cause birth defects.

[espinay2]

Avoid cod liver oil for bitches in whelp. Ok at other times. Flax oil and fish oil are fine (provided they have not had other stuff added which I can not comment on)

Falx and fish oil - I have fed both over the years and find them both good.

(brand-wise my 'favourites' have probably been the Stoney Creek brand flax seed oil and cheaper bottles of 400 fish oil caps from the discount chemist. I also add LSA to their food from time to time)

Some dogs may react to flax oil moreso than fish oil as it is plant based, so with allergic dogs I might stick to fish oil.

[Jumabaar]

My clinic advises going off all fish oil supplements 3-4 days before a surgery because they have found it can extend clotting times. They deal with unusual cases so probably not a big deal for a young healthy dog but if they are compromised it is something to keep in mind.

They recommend flax or fish oil as part of a balanced diet at all other times.