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Originally Posted by KatysMom

Never fed coconut oil to my sweetie, but see Aly Semigran, "Coconut Oil for Dogs: Understanding the Benefits and Risks," n.d., PetMD for claims, in part

*“Coconut oil can increase energy levels, improve skin and coat, improve digestion, and reduce allergic reactions,”

*"coconut oil can potentially slow cognitive dysfunction in dogs."

*"medium-chain fatty acids, like coconut oil, help with physical and digestive ailments because they are “directly absorbed in the GI tract and go directly to the liver where they are metabolized into utilizable energy.”

Risks are mentioned, including possible allergic reactions, wrong dosage, problems with pancreatitis-prone pups, may possibly raise "bad cholesterol."

It is also good for little cuts or sores and like tick bites. It can work like an antibiotic but if they lick it, it won’t make them sick.