Specific Dog COD Skin Function Support Veterinary Dog Food | 2 kg

Particularly high levels of the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA from fish oil and the omega-6 fatty acid GLA from borage oil. These fatty acids affect the immune response and metabolism by altering the production of eicosanoids. In a double-blind controlled study, it was shown that these high levels of EPA, DHA and GLA can improve the condition of the skin and coat in dogs with atopy. SPECIFIC® C?D Omega Plus Support contains beta-glucans and increased levels of zinc, selenium, arginine and omega-3 fatty acids to support the immune system. Beta-glucans can bind to macrophages and alert the immune system, thereby supporting the immune response and altering the production of cytokines. The high energy density, high concentration of essential nutrients, high digestibility and excellent palatability aid recovery from illness, surgery, trauma or periods of debility. The particularly high levels of omega-3 fatty acids can help in cases of cachexia related to, for example, cancer or heart disease. The increased level of nutrients that support the immune system stimulates the response to infections. L-carnitine and taurine have been added to the diet to support heart muscle function. The moderate level of sodium helps to reduce water retention and maintain normal blood pressure. Combined with the high level of omega-3 fatty acids that support the maintenance of lean body mass, appetite and normal heart rhythm, this diet nutritionally supports dogs with reduced heart function. The skin has an active metabolism and a high need for specific nutrients. The increased levels of polyunsaturated fatty acids, total fat, vitamins A, E and B complex, protein, zinc and selenium contribute to healthy skin and coat.

Omega Plus Support is indicated for allergic dermatitis caused by atopy or flea bite allergy, recovery, post-surgery, cachexia (related to cancer or heart failure, for example) and anorexia, heart failure (without intercurrent renal failure), skin and coat problems responsive to increased intake of nutrients such as polyunsaturated fatty acids, vitamins and minerals, inflammatory conditions and immune system disorders responsive to increased intake of omega-3 fatty acids, such as asthma or colitis, cancer and daily diet for healthy dogs. Not recommended for dogs with coagulation disorders and dogs with hyperlipidemia.

Wheat, rice, eggs, fish meal, fish oil, potato protein, minerals, animal fat, corn protein, hydrolyzed pork protein, vitamins and trace elements, powdered cellulose, borage oil, psyllium husk, taurine, yeast (source of ß-1,3/1,6-glucans), L-carnitine, arginine, sunflower oil. Antioxidants: additives approved by the European Community (EC): BHA, BHT, propyl gallate and ascorbyl palmitate. Contains no artificial colors or flavors.