Why Coconut Oil For Your Dogs?

At first glance, coconut oil may seem like a trendy, ”holistic” only type of thing. So, let us dig a little deeper into the background of this seemingly trendy oil. Coconut oil’s technical name is Cocos Nucifera.  What seems to be something new to us in the USA has been used in tropical and Pacific countries for thousands of years. Most notably, it’s used for its medicinal and nutritional values. “Coconut as a fruit is flesh. Coconut water, its milk, and coconut oil have been known to have a great influence in the lives of those belonging to the tropical countries.” Organicfield.co.uk And now we adopt this centuries-old oil into our dog’s diet and can study the effects that coconut oil for dogs is having at scale.

According to a study conducted by Ahmadu Bello University, ‘coconut oil is extracted from the kernel of the coconut.  Extracting from this area allows for healthy fatty acids. These fatty acids allow coconut oil to be heated for cooking, added to cosmetics for moisturizer, and makes for easy absorption of other essential nutrients.’

Therefore, this kind of saturated fat as present in coconut oil is essential for human as well as dog health.

Why Is Coconut Oil Great For Pets?

Consequently, the organic medicinal properties of such an oil keep our pet’s digestion, immunity, liver and skin systems supported. Today, there is no denying the benefits that coconut oil for dogs has on almost every function of their health.

Coconut oil is a superfood. According to Live Science superfoods are foods — “mostly plant-based but also some fish and dairy — thought to be nutritionally dense and thus good for one’s health. Blueberries, salmon, kale, and acai are just a few examples of foods that have garnered the “superfood” label.” Coconut oil is exactly that, “nutritionally dense”. It is high in fats such as Medium Chain Triglycedrides a.k.a. MCTs. Such fats assist the body with digestion, thyroid function, weight loss, and immune support. 

However, one of the greatest benefits that coconut oil has on your dog is its skin and coat.  In addition, this oil is made up of Capric Acid, Mystic Acid, Palmitic, Caprylic Acid, and even Lauric Acid.  MCT’s provide energy and balanced weight dogs. No more spikes in energy for your pup. It will have consistent balanced energy. 

Coconut Oil, Fleas & Healthy Coats

Especially relevant to our pups is how coconut oil for dogs helps guard against pesty fleas. Coconut oil containing Lauric Acid is the particular strand of oil you’ll want to use to repel fleas.

Fleas are small, brown critters that find their way into your pet’s skin and feed on your canines blood in order to survive and procreate.

Depending on the size of your dog you’ll want to rub one to two tablespoons of coconut oil onto your dog’s coat. Rubbing the oil into their skin creates a barrier and acts as a repellant. The Lauric acid and the oils suffocate fleas and keep them from being able to live in your dog’s environment. This is a massive money saving tip that vets do not want you to know about! 

Due to the levels of nourishing fats found in coconut oil, when applied directly to your dog’s coat you are adding fast-acting wound healing properties. Therefore providing protection and fighting against fungal infections such as Candida and other skin disorders. 

When using coconut oil for dogs you provide increased levels of antioxidants. Thus lowering oxidative stress especially in the liver. As a result, This allows your dog will properly remove toxins. While eliminating many skin conditions such as rashes, hot spots, candida, lesions and even anal gland rupture.

A Medicinal And Natural Alternative

As you can see, coconut oil for dogs is a medicinal and natural alternative to many ailments. Consequently, there are side effects when introducing it to your dog. It has been reported that your dog may experience diarrhea and greasy stool in its first few usages. Many dog owners find it essential yet lack the necessary time to ensure that the oil is rubbed into their skin and added to their food. Alternatively, they turn to dog foods with coconut oil already present in the food. 

We suggest Smack dog food. All of their dog food recipes are an excellent source of nutrition made specifically as preventative care dog food. However, it is the Carribean Salmon Fusion that has real organic chunks of coconut and it’s oil in raw pure form.

How much coconut oil for dogs?

Starting out with

• ¼ teaspoon per 10 lbs to introduce to your pet
• After 2-3 weeks of introducing small amounts to canine,
• Add 1 teaspoon per 10 lbs
• 2 weeks on with 1 week

Coconut oil tablets recipe:

Items needed:

2 Mini ice cube tray

2  Mason Jar

Organic Coconut oil

Directions:

• Allow Coconut oil to melt in hot water this a gentle warming process or leave out of the fridge overnight in temperature of 70 degrees or warmer. (No high heat)
• Pour 3 cups of Coconut oil onto the tray, until all areas are full.
• Place into the Refrigerator overnight
• After Coconut oil is in a solid state, take them out of ice tray and place them in a mason jar to keep fresh.
• Place the Coconut oil that is in the mason jar in a cool place and give as a treat or place in your dog’s food once or twice a day.

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