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What can I give my dog for dry skin? Does fish oil really work?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Australian Shepherd | Male | neutered | 2 years and 10 months old | 45 lbs

What can you give your dry to help dry skin? Fish oil?

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on April 2nd, 2020

You can try adding in an omega 3 fatty acid supplement for dogs, this can help improve the skin health. There is a product called Welactin that tends to work well. You may also try changing his diet to something like Royal Canin or Nutro as they are aimed at skin health. Also protect the area from trauma by having Jameson wear an elizabethan collar at all times if he wants to lick the area. I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

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