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Which Vitamins and Minerals for Your Dog’s Skin and Coat?

You maintain your dog’s coat by combing and brushing it. Some dogs also benefit from regular visits to a grooming salon. However, true health and beauty come from within. What does your dog need to keep its skin and coat beautiful and healthy?

Skin

17 March '26 • 1 min reading time

The skin and coat protect your dog from external influences. Think of cold, heat, insects, injuries, fungi, and parasites. The skin continuously renews itself, and the coat is regularly replaced as well. For these processes, your dog needs nutrients, which it obtains from its diet.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids

The essential omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA are indispensable building blocks for a shiny coat and supple, healthy skin. These fatty acids are mainly found in fish products, such as salmon oil. Omega-3 fatty acids are not only beneficial for skin and coat, but also for your dog’s immune system, heart, blood vessels, and brain.

Silicon

The mineral silicon is essential for building various body tissues, such as connective tissue, tendons, cartilage, and bones. It also stimulates hair growth and supports healthy nail growth. For a healthy coat and skin, it is therefore advisable to add silicon to your dog’s diet. It promotes coat health and growth. Liquid, hydrolyzed silicon is the most easily absorbed form for your dog.

Biotin and Zinc

If your dog’s skin is flaky, if your dog scratches regularly, or if the coat looks dull, biotin and zinc may help. These supplements help prevent dandruff and itching. By temporarily adding biotin and zinc to your dog’s food, the coat can recover. The result: a happy dog with a shiny coat.

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