Long hailed as a “super food”, coconut oil has a long list of health benefits for humans – and as it turns out, dogs as well.
Organic coconut oil can improve your dog’s health as it is easily digested and can increase their metabolism. Coconut oil also contains lauric acid, which has antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-fungal properties, as well as vitamins, fibers and minerals.
Here are the 7 health benefits to incorporating coconut oil into your dog’s diet or applying it on their skin.
1. Skin and Coat Improvement
Coconut oil does wonders for a dog’s coat. The supplement helps clear eczema by treating fungal and yeast infections. Try adding coconut oil to their food or applying it directly to their skin. It is also great on paw pads and noses to soften, enrich and protect.
2. Parasite Control
Flea and tick bites can turn into a full-fledged flea allergy dermatitis in dogs. This skin disorder happens to dogs who are sensitive to flea saliva and turns into a painful, itchy condition. Coconut oil can help strengthen their skin and repel fleas.
3. Stings and Bites
Applying coconut oil directly to your dog’s skin can help relieve pain from bee stings, spider bites, or other irritations. It also helps with cell regeneration and aids with the healing process.
4. Weight Loss
Coconut oil is not just for skin issues – it can aid in weight loss and canine obesity. Coconut oil helps support the thyroid gland that gives energy and aids with mood control, which can improve activity levels and help with weight maintenance.
5. Digestion
Coconut oil has been known to help with your dog’s digestion and control certain conditions such as IBD (inflammatory bowel disease) and colitis. By repairing digestive problems, your dog will have increased energy, better muscle building, and improved breathing.
6. Increase Energy
If you’re about to go on a run, long hike, or do an agility course with your pup, try giving them coconut oil to instantly help improve their energy.
7. Disease Control
Coconut oil has healing properties that help balance insulin levels in order to control diabetes. It also helps alleviate joint disease and arthritis as well as improves their overall immune system.
Will Corrente is a career entrepreneur and trusted authority and expert in the dog care industry. Will has over 15 years of experience as the owner and operator of Very Important Paws Dog Resort in West Palm Beach, FL. Copyright 2020 k9vitatherapy.com