Can I use coconut, olive, or vitamin E oil for my dog's dry skin?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | unneutered | 3 months and 14 days old | 80 lbs
Can i use vitamin E or coconut or olive oil for my lab dry skin???? If yes then Orally or massage on the skin???
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Published on February 8th, 2018
Hello. The problem with using oils on the coat is the residual greasiness. If you want to use something, use a leave-in conditioner made for dogs, either post bathing, or one of the mousse rub in ones. The best way to get oils into the coat is to feed Arjun omega 3 fatty acids, so a good fish oil supplement daily. I would administer 1 000-1200 mg capsule twice daily & in a couple of weeks, his coat should start looking a little better. The longer you give it, the better it will work. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.
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Published on July 1st, 2019
Dogs can develop dry skin for many reasons including poor diet, endocrine disease or just have naturally dry skin. A better option is to use an omega 3 fatty acid supplement for dogs. You can also switch his diet to a brand that is good for coat health such as Royal Canin or Nutro. I hope this helps.
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