Actif Pets Flax Oil For Dogs
Actif Pets flax oil for dogs is a natural supplement that helps dogs with stiff joints or itchy skin. My dog has recently been trying it out.
I was sent the Actif Pets Flax oil for my dog to try. My opinions are honest and my own. This post may contain affiliate links. These are marked.
Any dog owner will know that a dog is a member of the family. You want to keep them in the best of health so they have a long and active life.
Dog food these days comes packed with plenty of essential nutrients for dogs. There are times when you might want to supplement your dogs diet with healthy oils containing Omega-3 and Omega-6. These oils will help keep his coat shiny and his joints flexible.
Actif Pets Flax Oil for Dogs
I have a dog, Eddie, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. He has been a friend and loyal companion for a number of years. Whilst Eddie is a lovely dog, he can be a bit of a diva. He will often lie there and squeak until you pet him.
Like most King Charles Spaniels, Eddie has a gorgeous silky coat. This needs regular brushing and is prone to shedding. Recently he began shedding more than usual. There is nothing worse than having dog hair over the carpet and your clothes.
To try and combat the problem I have been adding Actif Pets flax oil to his food. I was kindly send a sample for him to try out and see what I thought.
Read more: A dog day in the life of Eddie
What is Actif Pets Flax Oil?
Flax oil, or linseed oil is an oil made by pressing the seeds of the flax plant. The oil contains a high concentration of Omеgа-3 and Omеgа-6 oils, which are also found in fish oils. These oils help to boost heart health and a shiny coat. Flaxseed oil also helps with mobility for arthritic dogs.
Actif Pets is a family business based in Kent. They grow linseed on their family farm in Yorkshire and press the seeds manually to extract the oil. The cold pressing process ensures that all the essential nutrients in the flax oil are kept intact. Actif Pets Flax oil is 100% natural and has no additives or preservatives.
If you want to give your dog fish oils but do not like the fishy smell, flax oil is a great alternative.
How do I give Flax Oil to my dog?
The Actif Flax Oil packaging makes it clear exactly how much flax oil you need to give your dog each day. The dose depends on the weight of your dog.
At the top of the bottle is a dispenser which allows you to measure out the amount of oil you need. This is useful but unfortunately the smallest amount marked is 10ml and the dosage amount for my dog was less. To get the right amount you can use a syringe.
I put the oil into Eddie’s food. I did wonder if he would notice but he just ate his food without stopping.
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Effects of Actif Pets Flax Oil
Actif Pets say it takes three to four weeks of consistent use before you will see visible results.
Eddie has been trying out Actif Pets flax oil for around six weeks now. It has really made a difference to his coat. He is not losing nearly as much fur. His shedding is much more manageable and we are no longer finding clumps of hair on the floor.
In addition his coat looks much shiner and he seems to be more active and alert. Recently Eddie was diagnosed with arthritis. This has been causing him pain when he moves and jumps. Since starting the Actif Pets flax oil he seems to have been in less pain and a bit more lively.
I am really happy with the difference that adding flax oil into Eddie’s diet and would happily get Actif Pets oil again.
Can flax oil cause health problems for a dog?
Like anything, if you give your dog too much flax oil it might cause problems. These include weight gain and pancreatitis. If you stick to the recommended dosage for the weight of your dog it should be fine. Ask your vet if you are concerned.
Where can I buy Actif Pets Flax Oil?
Active Pets Flax Oil is available on Amaxon. 1 litre 15.99 500ml 10.99 (affiliate link) Actif Pets Flaxseed Oil for Dogs is available on Amazon. A 1 litre bottle is £15.00 and a 500ml bottle is £10.00
Have you ever tried flax oil for your dog? What did you think? Let me know below.
Win a 500 ml bottle of Actif Pets Flaxseed oil for dogs
Does your dog need a pick me up? Would you like to win a 500 ml bottle of Actif Pets Flaxseed oil for your dog? Actif Pets have kindly given me five bottles to give away to my readers.
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Sounds good for my dog he is getting on now and his joints do seem to stiffen up
It has made a real difference to Eddie so definitely worth a try
Jack is a very active dog, but sometimes gets a bit stiff. This sounds like just the sort of supplement that could help him
I take on elderly pets who frequently have, or develop, joint problems and get scurfy coats. Flax oil is a wonderful supplement for dogs – and for people.
Lilly is 1 years old but it’s never to early to keep joints supple
Pepper is a little out of sorts at the moment hopefully this might help
He’s a little yorkshire terrier with energy and adorability, loves swimming in the canal whatever the weather and also escaping his lead to run ahead, though he always comes back when called! xx
cassie struggles when getting up after lying down for a while
It would be good for my dog who seems to be getting stiff joints these days! Thanks
My dog Dennis is getting older now 🙂
My dog suffers with sensitive and itchy skin, so this would be great to try, the reviews are excellent !
my dog is 9 years old and could do with some help with her joints x
We’ve 2 dogs, this would be wonderful & very helpful
I have a PBGV who has a long back so am concerned about back problems later in life. This product might be a good preventative option.
Our Morgs has hip dysplasia. He’s only 4 years old and on loxicom but we have had to reduce the dose as it was upsetting his stomach. On the vets advise we give him fish oil capsules (he loves these) , glucosamine and paracetamol – he hates these two and we have to wrap them in ham !! I do worry about him and would love to try this flax oil. Thanks
Louis has always had a problem with dry,flaky and itchy skin and I have tried various diets and food supplements over the years with little improvement. It would be good to see if Actif pets Flax Oil gives better results.
Dora the beardie is 11, she has had arthritis for a couple of years and until recently we were managing it by lifestyle changes but in this cold weather she is really suffering. I’d love to see if this would help a little.
I have an adorable now 10 year old Staffordshire Bull Terrier named Asha who has literally been a lifesaver to me on many occasions as my COPD has progressed. Be this actually bringing me round when my Oxygen levels have dropped to dangerously low levels&ive passed out, keeping me having to maintain mobility by walking&caring for him,being my constant companion and Anti depressant in living form he is a Hero in the truest sense of the word. He is also my spoilt little Bababoo and oh boy do I love making his life as enjoyable, interesting, fun, healthy etc in every way possible as often as possible. However, his not the young pup he once was(although he often still gets mistaken for one!)and although he always had a slight proneness to Dry Skin here and there it was never a big issue. What is now more apparent is that his Hip Dysplacia(not sure of spelling sorry!)is bothering him more and his joints in general arnt as supple as they were&his stiff after his much loved&enjoyed ball game which makes us very sad indeed. Although his on vet recommended treatments I feel that you can never be too proactive for those you love and that this product could well help put that extra spring back into his step and keep him bounding along for many years to come. Thanks for reading my rather epic post….I’m a little obsessed with him and all aspects of his life! Dxx
Ot would be great to give Alfie a much healthier and shiny coat x
My dog, Tia is an older dog so her costs gone a bit dull. I’ve never tried flax oil before, so maybe that will help.
We have a house full of pet basset hounds that do have joint pain from years of people messing with the bread.
My dog Ayrton is 2 and a half and could benefit from this xxxx
Our dog is getting older so any help he can get would be great! Thanks for the competition.
I keep my King Charles Fifi’s coat short and she loves it and hardly moults, she is such fun and just as lively as her son a Cavapoo who is 6 years her junior, I love them both so much, they make a family complete.
My old boy Mack is 15 and think he would really benefit from this.
Because he’s getting elderly and needs some joint support!
My Labrador Murphy has hip dysplasia and he had a hip replacement, he is now nearly 11 and starting to struggle when he stands so would love to try this
I would love to try flax oil, I think it would really help my dog, Bear, with his coat which is looking a little dull lately
Nakoma is an Alaskan Malamute-He went blind 3 years ago at the young age of 6 and has issues with his skin on his elbow and his coat despite giving salmon oil. I’d hope this would help iron out some of his problems along with getting up from lying down too. I love this big bear of a dog so much.
My springer spaniel Lady has stiff joints and id love to try this for her xxx
My lovely old girl Bonnie is 13 and suffers with arthritis and loses more fur than she used to. I’d love to try this for her, despite her old age and ailments she’s still going strong and I’m hoping this would improve her symptoms
I’ve been thinking about using this for a while.
Our dog Diego is a nine year old border terrier and would like to try flax oil for his coat.
Akira is a husky pup – and with hair nearly as long as mine, ACTIF PETS FLAX OIL sounds perfect for keeping her coat nice and shiny 🙂
I have 3 basset hounds who all would benefit from this i think
My 14 year old Pekingese Romeo suffers from stiff joints and itchy skin so sounds like something which might help him
as our dogs get older this would really help care for them
I’m hoping it’d help with Lily’s joints, she’s always had bad knees and now she’s nearly nine could do with extra help
I have just rescued a gorgeous Springer Spaniel but unfortunately she hasn’t had a good previous life. Her coat was very matted and in a poor condition so I think Actif Pets Oil would help to bring back the shine.
Rusty has low thyroid which causes hair loss leaving her with bald patches, and i think, that flax oil would help her x
My dog Juno is a Lurcher and she suffers with dry/flaky skin and I have Border Terrier called Zee she is nearly 14 years old and suffers a little with her hips. This product sounds amazing I would love to try it out on them both because they are both such beautiful and lovable dogs and deserves to have a shiny coat and and looked after joints 🙂
I have a 14.5 year old Phalene (drop eared Papillon – think moth not butterfly!) called Solei and I think this would really help him as he ages – he’s doing remarkably well for his age but I want to give him all the help he can, and obviously everything is ageing!
it would be great for my parents dogs who are struggling mobility wise as they’re getting older.
My dog Jac is a JR x Shih Tzu. He has a long coat and requires daily grooming. His skin itches a lot and he sometimes over-heats. I think the actif flex oil will help with that
I’ve never tried it but it sounds just the thing for my German Shepherd!
Our dog has had dry flaky skin since we got her
My boy Blue would really benefit from this product! He gets very dry and itchy skin which naturally worries us all! This would be great to try out!
This would be great for my spaniel
My dog regularly gets patches of dry skin which I’ve tried treating with various creams but the dry flaky skin returns – this sounds like the answer
Wow. I will definitely get some of this for my boy
This would be lovely to try on our 12yr old shepherd Jess. Bless her!
My dog Lily needs some help as she was a rescue and has come to us with a lot of problems
Great for old dogs like mine x