I’ve shared my love for coconut oil many times before and use it in various ways around the house. But there’s one detail I haven’t mentioned much: our pets, Peneolope the cat and Daisy the dog, plus her seven puppies, are big fans of coconut oil too.
The health benefits of coconut oil aren’t just for humans; they work for pets as well. Our cat started getting extra curious every time I cooked with coconut oil, which led me to look into its benefits for pets. It turns out coconut oil can help with digestion, improve their coats, prevent infections, and more. Cats and dogs, being carnivores, naturally consume a lot of saturated fats in the wild. Coconut oil’s beneficial fats can help ensure they get enough healthy fats in their diet. Our pets also enjoy a partly raw meat diet to stay healthy.
Doginton Post suggests using coconut oil for pets both internally and externally. It helps with skin infections, heals wounds faster, and keeps their coat shiny and healthy. Plus, pets usually love the taste, so mixing it into their food can even help picky eaters. Many vets and researchers recommend coconut oil as a nutrient-rich addition to a pet’s diet, and it keeps them healthy overall.
The suggested amount is straightforward: give a teaspoon of coconut oil for every 10 pounds of your dog’s weight, or a tablespoon for every 30 pounds. Start slow with about a quarter of the recommended dose, then gradually increase it over three to four weeks to avoid any flu-like symptoms.
We add coconut oil to our pets’ food daily and use it on their fur for extra care. We order our coconut oil from a supplier that offers high-quality, pure options that pets seem to prefer, but any unrefined coconut oil will do the trick. If you’d like to make homemade treats for your pets, there are recipes available for both dog and cat treats using coconut oil. You might also explore natural pet food options like Nomnomnow that deliver to your door.
Some top brands of CBD oil for dogs also use coconut oil as a carrier. If you’re interested in holistic pet care, you can check out how we approach Natural Cat Care and other alternative methods.
Do you use coconut oil for your pets? I’d love to hear about your experiences!
