This is a placeholder text
Group text
by clc29 on 12 September 2012 - 00:09
Hello Everyone :)
I started feeding coconut oil to my dogs about 45 days ago.......I like the benefits so far.
The biggest improvement is in their coats (GSD and Chow X).......I'm seeing a significant reduction in shedding in both dogs and Cisco's course hairs are softer and thicker.
The biggest down side is the cost. I feed K9 Granola Factory PROCARE SERIES Organic Virgin. It comes in a 16oz jar. I'm feeding three Tablespoons a day between the two dogs. Needless to say the jar only lasts about a week and at $18.00 each it's getting painful to keep up.
Do any of you feed cocnut oil?
What brand do you use, how much does it cost and where do you get it?
Cheri
I started feeding coconut oil to my dogs about 45 days ago.......I like the benefits so far.
The biggest improvement is in their coats (GSD and Chow X).......I'm seeing a significant reduction in shedding in both dogs and Cisco's course hairs are softer and thicker.
The biggest down side is the cost. I feed K9 Granola Factory PROCARE SERIES Organic Virgin. It comes in a 16oz jar. I'm feeding three Tablespoons a day between the two dogs. Needless to say the jar only lasts about a week and at $18.00 each it's getting painful to keep up.
Do any of you feed cocnut oil?
What brand do you use, how much does it cost and where do you get it?
Cheri
by EuroShepherd on 12 September 2012 - 00:09
I occassionally feed coconut oil...I get it from my mother who buys big tubs of it, I'll ask her where she gets it.
by GSDNewbie on 12 September 2012 - 01:09
I make my own soap and I get it by the tub for the oils in my soap.
by clc29 on 12 September 2012 - 01:09
Hey Newbie:)....Been missing you in the Chat room.....We have a lot to catch up on :)
Is it virgin?
I've read you're only supposed to feed the pure (no added ingredients) virgin kind because of the processing.........Man this comment could go in so many different directions....LOL
Is it virgin?
I've read you're only supposed to feed the pure (no added ingredients) virgin kind because of the processing.........Man this comment could go in so many different directions....LOL
by EddaSG on 12 September 2012 - 01:09
Look on Amazon. There are many options for virgin coconut oil and some are free shipping. I do use Dr. Bronners coconut oil
for mine here these days, but will buy other brands of good virgin oil. Just one example on Amazon is Barlean's 16oz organ virgin oil $13 & free shipping, or Nature's Way 160z $8.72. Good luck.
I also have made my own soap for 14 years, and buy large tubs of oil, but would not use that for the dogs since there is more processing with it and a much lower grade than virgin.
Glad you notice a difference in your two.
for mine here these days, but will buy other brands of good virgin oil. Just one example on Amazon is Barlean's 16oz organ virgin oil $13 & free shipping, or Nature's Way 160z $8.72. Good luck.
I also have made my own soap for 14 years, and buy large tubs of oil, but would not use that for the dogs since there is more processing with it and a much lower grade than virgin.
Glad you notice a difference in your two.
by Nans gsd on 12 September 2012 - 01:09
Organic Coconut oil from Wal Mart $10.00 for 12 oz. Extra virgin organic.?? So, So price wise, Just to let you know. Nan
PS: maybe price it on line?? Springfield, or Spectrum?? I'll check to see if you can beat that price. Nan
also you could probably cut back a little, I do not use it everyday, every couple of days seems OK. ??
PS: maybe price it on line?? Springfield, or Spectrum?? I'll check to see if you can beat that price. Nan
also you could probably cut back a little, I do not use it everyday, every couple of days seems OK. ??
by LadyFrost on 12 September 2012 - 02:09
I use coconut oil for me and my dogs....and i pay 1/4 of what you pay....check out www.vitaminshoppe.com and www.bodybuilding.com both sell in bulk.
by triodegirl on 12 September 2012 - 02:09
I bought a jar of Nature's Way coconut oil. Eight bucks for 16 ounces on Amazon. Neither one of my dogs would touch it so I tried some myself. Did a nice job of cleaning out the 'ole pipes lol
by GSDNewbie on 12 September 2012 - 02:09
I have never consumed nor fed it to my dogs and did not know so I am glad it came out that it must be "virgin" lol It is nice to see you to :)
by Bhaugh on 12 September 2012 - 03:09
I take it give it to my dog. Whole Foods, Virgin and unrefined. Organic. I think it costs about 7.00. Great for Omega 6 to add a good Omega 3 Chia seeds.
Coconut oil is one of the only medium chain fatty acid oils there is. Easier to digest and imo better than olive oil (which is long chain fatty acid) Great to rub on your skin. Makes it soft and a good moisturizer. Ive read several articles that it actually works better than gaterade for dehydration. Certain brands of coconut water are quite good.
Coconut oil is one of the only medium chain fatty acid oils there is. Easier to digest and imo better than olive oil (which is long chain fatty acid) Great to rub on your skin. Makes it soft and a good moisturizer. Ive read several articles that it actually works better than gaterade for dehydration. Certain brands of coconut water are quite good.
Contact information Disclaimer Privacy Statement Copyright Information Terms of Service Cookie policy ↑ Back to top
