Boosting Your Pet's Health: The Importance of Omega-3s and How to Add Them to Your Pet's Diet

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Boosting Your Pet's Health: The Importance of Omega-3s and How to Add Them to Your Pet's Diet

8.26.2020

One of the biggest contributors to pet health is proper nutrition, and the essential building blocks of good nutrition include Omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3s are polyunsaturated fats that are found in food. There are three types (hence the 3 in Omega-3): alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). Omega-3s provide many benefits for dogs and cats, including increased heart health and the promotion of weight loss as well as,

  • Boost the Immune System: Omega-3s are said to enhance immune system response by improving the functioning of immune cells.

  • Reduce Joint Inflammation: Omega-3s reduce the production of molecules and substances linked to inflammation, which lessens the intensity of joint stiffness, swelling, and pain.

  • Maintain a Healthy Skin and Coat: Omega-3s reduce skin problems in dogs and cats such as dry skin, dander and scaling disorders like seborrhea.

  • Alleviate Skin Irritations and Allergies: Because Omega-3-packed fish oils reduce inflammation, they reduce the itchiness and discomfort caused by allergic skin reactions like flea dermatitis and food allergies.

Because pets need to get most of their Omega-3s from food, it’s crucial to feed cats and dogs foods rich in fatty acids. We create Omega-3-rich pet product at Vital Essentials, including:

Our Vital Essentials RAW BAR Freeze-Dried Salmon Skins are a great source of Omega 3s to help promote healthy skin and coat. In addition, these snacks promote healthy teeth and gums—all from a single-source ingredient you can trust, and your pet will love.

Raw pet food is made with simple ingredients and no junk to provide exactly what your pet needs. In addition to the benefits listed above, our raw pet food keeps your pet smelling fresh, leads to less poop, and soothes upset tummies. It’s also guaranteed to be Gluten Free, Grain Free and Guilt Free.

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