Salmon Oil for Dogs: Benefits, Nutrition & the Omega-3s in Loyal Saints
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Quick answer
Salmon oil is one of the best natural sources of the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA, which support skin and coat health, joint comfort, cognitive function and heart health. Loyal Saints formulas get their EPA and DHA from fish oil — in every formula — and the Turkey + Salmon formula adds whole salmon.
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What is salmon oil, and why is it in dog food?
Salmon oil is a premium source of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids — specifically EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). These are the most biologically active and beneficial forms of omega-3 for dogs, and they are difficult to obtain in sufficient amounts from plant sources like flaxseed (which provide ALA, a form the dog’s body converts to EPA/DHA only inefficiently).
EPA and DHA support a remarkable range of functions: skin barrier and coat health, joint comfort, cognitive and eye development, normal heart function and normal immune function. Salmon oil delivers these omega-3s in their most usable, direct form.
Benefits of salmon oil for dogs
Skin & Coat Health
EPA and DHA support the skin barrier and a shiny, healthy coat — often the first visible improvement owners notice.
Joint Comfort
Omega-3s support joint health and mobility, especially in active and senior dogs.
Cognitive & Eye Health
DHA is a structural component of the brain and retina, supporting cognitive function and vision.
Heart & Immune Health
Omega-3s support cardiovascular health and help regulate a balanced immune response.
Key nutrients in salmon oil
- EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) — An omega-3 supporting skin, joints and normal immune function
- DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) — An omega-3 supporting brain, eye, and cognitive health
- Omega-3 fatty acids — The most bioavailable, direct source for dogs
- Vitamin D — Naturally present, supporting bone and immune health
Salmon oil and Loyal Saints
Salmon oil is not on the Loyal Saints ingredient list. The marine omega-3 source in every formula is fish oil, which supplies EPA and DHA directly — the same active forms salmon oil provides — and our Turkey + Salmon formula also contains whole, wild-caught Alaskan salmon.
Every formula pairs fish oil with flaxseed and chia seed for plant omega-3 (ALA), and none relies on a synthetic omega supplement. See every formula’s full ingredient list →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is salmon oil good for dogs?
Yes — salmon oil is a rich, direct source of the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA, which support skin and coat health, joint comfort, cognitive function and heart health. Loyal Saints formulas get these omega-3s from fish oil, with whole salmon in the Turkey + Salmon formula.
What do omega-3s do for a dog’s coat?
EPA and DHA support the skin barrier, which helps keep the coat soft and glossy. A better coat is often the first visible change owners notice after adding quality omega-3s to a dog’s diet, typically over several weeks; results vary.
Is salmon oil different from fish oil?
Salmon oil is one kind of fish oil. Both provide EPA and DHA directly — the active forms of omega-3 — whereas flaxseed and chia provide ALA, which a dog converts to EPA and DHA only inefficiently. Loyal Saints uses fish oil for direct EPA and DHA, alongside flaxseed and chia.
Which Loyal Saints formula contains salmon?
Turkey + Salmon is the formula with whole salmon; every formula contains fish oil. Turkey + Salmon is complete and balanced for All Life Stages except growth of large-size dogs — for a large-breed puppy, choose Beef or Chicken.
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Quick answers
What is Loyal Saints dog food?
Loyal Saints is a woman-owned premium freeze-dried raw dog food: vet-formulated, meat and organs first, AAFCO complete and balanced, made with human-grade quality ingredients in an FDA-registered facility in the Midwest.
Where can I buy Loyal Saints?
At loyalsaintspets.com (Halo Club: 20% off and free shipping on every order (contiguous U.S.); KING40 takes 40% off a first order when typed at checkout), and on Amazon, Chewy and Target.
How much Loyal Saints should I feed?
Follow the amounts printed on the bag: for Beef or Turkey + Salmon, about ¾ cup a day for a 6 lb dog, 1¼ cups for 12 lb and 2 cups for 25 lb. Use about 25% of that as a topper. Ease in over 7 to 10 days.
