Understanding Omega-3s for Pets

EPA and DHA, two essential omega-3 fatty acids, are crucial for a pet’s overall health and well-being, as they cannot be synthesized by the body and must come from their diet. These nutrients are key structural components of cell membranes, supporting cellular communication and optimal whole-body function.

DHA is a vital omega-3 fatty acid that plays a critical role in brain development, cognitive function, and eye health. Essential during puppyhood and kittenhood, DHA supports the formation of neural structures, synaptic connections, and retinal integrity, fostering learning, memory, and motor skills while promoting optimal vision. For senior pets, Phospholipid DHA may help delay cognitive decline and protect against age-related eye and cognitive conditions, enhancing overall quality of life. Additionally, DHA contributes to skin and coat health by maintaining skin hydration and supporting a shiny, healthy coat. DHA is an important nutrient in helping support animals’ joint stiffness, or canine and feline degenerative joint disease and arthritis. Whether improving mobility or bolstering overall wellness, DHA is an essential nutrient for pets at every life stage.

EPA is particularly known for its anti-inflammatory properties, helping to regulate and resolve inflammation, which is beneficial for pets with conditions like mild arthritis, cardiovascular disease, allergies, and chronic kidney issues. EPA is known to support a balanced immune system through its anti-inflammatory properties which make it especially supportive and beneficial for pets with allergies, auto-immune disorders and other immune related conditions. In addition to promoting a healthy inflammatory response, the combinations of

EPA and DHA support brain and cognitive function, cardiovascular health, and immune system balance. They also contribute to healthy skin and a shiny coat, alleviating symptoms of conditions like allergic dermatitis. By including these omega-3s in your pet’s diet, you can enhance their overall health, from improved learning during their growth stage, cognitive function as well as recall and memory to a resilient immune system and radiant coat.

Marine microalgae are the original source of omega-3 fatty acids, producing essential nutrients and natural antioxidants that protect against harmful free radicals. With PhytoSmart Krumble™, and PhytoSmart Paste you get stable, whole-food omega-3 nutrition—without the fish, without the oil, without the processing, without chemicals and odor enhancers!

Our DHA and EPA come from pure marine microalgae, grown and harvested in our patented, heat-free system in Maine, USA. PhytoSmart Krumble™ and Paste is cultivated using cutting-edge technology to ensure purity, freshness, and sustainability.

PhytoSmart Omega-3 is contaminant-free, un-extracted (whole cell algae cultivated without the use of heat extraction), and rich in bioavailable omega-3’s. We never use heat or chemicals, preserving the integrity of our algae and protecting against oxidation. Unlike fish-derived oils, our vegan, sustainable approach bypasses overfishing and supports healthier ecosystems.

PhytoSmart ™ products provide convenient sources of bio-available Omega-3 nutrients for cats, dogs, small animals, fish, birds, reptiles, chickens and horses