12/06/2021
7 Reasons To Use Coconut Oil For Dogs and Cats
#1 It helps with weight loss
Obesity in dogs is a common issue, one that can have some long term health effects. If your dogâs overweight, this puts stress on his body and can lead to:
High blood pressure
Joint problems or osteoarthritis
Diabetes or insulin resistance
Respiratory difficulties
Liver disease or dysfunction
#2 It can disinfect cuts and wounds and soothe cracked pads
Studies show that coconut oil has natural antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-fungal properties. This makes it ideal as a natural topical antibiotic and the perfect alternative to those chemical based products out there. Use it to help heal cuts and wounds.
If your dog scratches his ears or chews his paws because of allergies, itâs also really good for soothing and healing these sores too.
And since itâs safe to eat, you donât have to worry about your dog licking it off.
#3 Itâs great for the skin and coat
Studies show that coconut oil hydrates the skin and increases skin surface lipid levels. This makes it an effective moisturizer if your dog suffers from dry skin or has dandruff.
And, not only does it hydrate dry skin and help your dog beat the annoying itch that comes with it, it will make his coat sleek and glossy and help combat that âstinky dogâ smell.
#4 It helps improve brain function
As your dog gets older, his brain may need a little extra simulation to stay young.
Coconut oil is the answer. It can improve cognitive function in older dogs by providing the brain with energy in the form of ketones, promoting good nerve and brain function and preventing dementia.
#5 It may help improve gut health
Note: Since this original post, thereâs new research suggesting coconut oil may not support your dogâs gut health. Weâre now recommending MCT oil instead â without lauric acid. Please read this updated information on coconut oil and gut health.
If your dog has allergies, yeast may be a big concern, especially in the gut.
But you can use coconut oil MCT oil for dogs with allergies!
In a research study comparing several different oils, coconut oil showed the greatest impact on stopping the growth of yeast in the gut. (Again, see the new research here.)
It also helps the gut in other ways:
Improves digestion and nutrient absorption
Reduces inflammation
Helps heal digestive disorders like inflammatory bowel syndrome and colitis
#6 It can be used to clean teeth
Searching for a natural toothpaste?
Thanks to its antimicrobial properties, coconut oil makes the perfect natural teeth cleaner. It helps eliminate the harmful bacteria that live in your dogâs mouth. This can help prevent plaque from forming and avoid dental disease.
Best of all, most dogs love the taste so it makes this âchoreâ less of a pain. Just open his mouth wide and scrub some on your dogâs teeth.
#7 It can repel fleas and ticks
One little known use of coconut oil is to repel insects like fleas and ticks. It smells pleasant and is completely non-toxic. Just rub it into your dogâs coat before going for a walk in the woods to help repel ticks.
Research shows that it can even help naturally eliminate mites that cause mange.
Unlike many over-the-counter products, coconut oil is safe, even if fed in larger amounts. Itâs also much less likely to oxidize and become rancid than other fats (including fish oil).
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