Omega-3 for Dogs

Omega-3 (EPA and DHA) for dogs

How marine omega-3 supports skin and coat, joint mobility, and development in dogs, delivered as a stable dry powder for pet-food formulation.

Why omega-3

Why dog food relies on marine EPA and DHA

Dogs convert plant omega-3 (ALA) to the long-chain forms EPA and DHA inefficiently, so pet-food formulators rely on marine sources to deliver EPA and DHA directly. DHA also supports brain and eye development in puppies and is included in AAFCO nutrient profiles for growth and reproduction.

A spray-dried omega-3 powder lets dog-food makers add EPA and DHA to kibble, treats, and supplements with accurate dosing and a long shelf life, where liquid fish oil would oxidize and complicate handling.

Benefits

How omega-3 supports dogs

Skin and coat

EPA and DHA support healthy skin and a shiny coat.

Joint mobility

Omega-3 supports joint health and mobility in adult and senior dogs.

Development

DHA supports brain and eye development in puppies.

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SALMATE® for dogs

Omega-3 that dry-blends into dog food

SALMATE® supplies EPA and DHA as a stable, free-flowing powder that dry-blends into kibble, treats, and supplements, with the shelf life and clean handling that dog-food lines need.

FAQ

Common questions

Why do dogs need marine omega-3 rather than flax?

Dogs convert plant ALA to EPA and DHA inefficiently, so a direct marine source supplies the long-chain omega-3 their diet is reaching for.

Is DHA important for puppies?

DHA supports brain and eye development in puppies and is included in AAFCO nutrient profiles for growth and reproduction. SALMATE® provides DHA in a stable dry form.

How is SALMATE® used in dog food?

SALMATE® is a spray-dried powder that dry-blends into kibble, treats, and supplements, with accurate dosing and a long shelf life.

Talk omega-3 for your dog-food formulations

Tell us what you formulate, and we will help you put stable EPA and DHA to work.