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[Queen of Poop]

Have you asked the vet about Omega supplements for your poor dogger?

My RB dog had some skin issues many years ago and was given Omega supplements to help. Perhaps something like Salmon Oil supplements?

[polarpooch]

No one ever recommended fish oil supplements? Is this something that needs vet approval, or can I just head over to the GNC and get some?

[critter crazy]

No one ever recommended fish oil supplements? Is this something that needs vet approval, or can I just head over to the GNC and get some?

Mine was recomended by my vet, but can be purchased at any store in the vitamin section.

[Queen of Poop]

I've seen it in our local pet stores.

[polarpooch]

OK. I'm going to try that immediately. Sounds like it couldn't hurt at least. I'll get some at the store tomorrow. Anyone have any other suggestions?

[K9karen]

I add a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil to Logan's food. She also takes a multvitamin. She always smells great and her hair is smooth and silky. I brush her every other day. She had white flaky dandruff the day I brought her home.

[polarpooch]

Thanks. I have some olive oil in the kitchen. which is better, fish or olive oil?

[clara4457]

I think fish oil is a bit better than olive oil, but either will work. One thing that is great is that unlike medications - these items can only help and won't do any harm. Also, do yourself a favor and buy the fish oil capsules at the health food store and not the pet store. It amazes me how much more they charge for the same item when they put "canine" on the label.

Also food is a big issue - look for foods that contain Omega 3 fatty acids. Two of my favorites are Innova and Eagle Pack Holistic Fish and Anchovy variety.