I know a lot of pet parents wonder about fish oil and omega-3 supplements for their kittens and pups! We certainly get that question a lot in this group.
The truth is while omega fatty acids are essential for the skin, coat, heart and overall health fish oils oxidize quite quickly and we definitely DON’T want our four legged companions eating rancid fats!
Whole fish are much healthier for our dogs and cats, they dont contain rancid fat and they have much more nutrients and health benefits as well.
Small oily fish are best for our pets! Larger fish like salmon are higher in mercury, metals and are often more inflammatory. Most fish can be fed whole just as nature intended!
I recommend feeding fish at least 3 days of the week! Remember that wild-caught is preferred to farmed! To keep things as natural as possible.
Safe Fish:
- Sardines
- Smelt
- Herring
- Mackerel
- Anchovies