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How much salmon oil should I give my dog? How often and how to feed?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | French Bulldog | Male | unneutered | 3 months and 20 days old | 30 lbs

Hi there, I bought salmon oil for my dog but how should I feed it to him and how much should I give him? Should I also give it to him once a day? Thank you for the information

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Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

Published on July 30th, 2017

Hi there! Yes, it's find to give a daily supplement of salmon oil to Joey if you wish - this can help to promote healthy skin and joints, and most dogs also enjoy the taste :) Once daily on his food is fine. Different brands of salmon oil have different concentrations, so I can't say how much you should give without being able to see the label of the product you have. If it's a veterinary products, there should be instructions on the label for how much to give each day, depending on Joey's weight.

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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    Published on December 15th, 2019

    Check out this website for a dosage chart based on his weight. I'd give it daily to get the best effects. http://csu-cvmbs.colostate.edu/vth/small-animal/sports-medicine-rehabilitation/Pages/fish-oil-dosing-chart.aspx

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