All this talk of coconut oil...

[YorkieLov3r]

Originally Posted by Maximo

I'll test it on my dad, lol, if he is willing. He has allergies.

I tried coconut oil on tangles and it made a big mess, made the hair more prone to breaking.

So.. kristin...u think that coconut oil is not effective for dry skin???

[mimimomo]

Originally Posted by Maximo

I'll test it on my dad, lol, if he is willing. He has allergies.

Here dad, put this up your nose

My allergies to pollen usu hits in March, so I'll try it then. My dad has allergies too & asthma, so I asked him today if he was congested @ all...he wasn't. Told him to put coconut oil up his nostrils if he does & he said ok.

[IDPiper]

Originally Posted by YorkieLov3r

So.. kristin...u think that coconut oil is not effective for dry skin???

I prefer to feed the coconut oil for dry skin. When I put coconut oil directly on Piper's hair, I use a very small amount rubbed on my hands and then I just run my hands over her coat. Makes my hands soft, too.

[IDPiper]

Originally Posted by Maximo

I know oil pulling is reported to have many health benefits, but for plaque and whitening teeth, buy a SonicCare toothbrush. You will never have plaque. Good for your gums too.

That's what I want for Christmas!!

[YorkieLov3r]

Originally Posted by IDPiper

I prefer to feed the coconut oil for dry skin. When I put coconut oil directly on Piper's hair, I use a very small amount rubbed on my hands and then I just run my hands over her coat. Makes my hands soft, too.

Have u tried the salmon oil? Which one is better? Salmon or coconut? Thx

[IDPiper]

Originally Posted by YorkieLov3r

Have u tried the salmon oil? Which one is better? Salmon or coconut? Thx

Maybe I do overkill but she gets about a half tsp (don't give too much because it's a detoxing oil and it can give your baby diarrhea) of coconut oil on her raw food in the morning and a capsule of fish oil on her raw food at night. I must say that she has an absolutely beautiful soft, shiny coat and no more dry skin!!

[YorkieLov3r]

Originally Posted by IDPiper

Maybe I do overkill but she gets about a half tsp (don't give too much because it's a detoxing oil and it can give your baby diarrhea) of coconut oil on her raw food in the morning and a capsule of fish oil on her raw food at night. I must say that she has an absolutely beautiful soft, shiny coat and no more dry skin!!

Wowww....nice ... I'll try...thanks piper's mom....

[Maximo]

Originally Posted by YorkieLov3r

So.. kristin...u think that coconut oil is not effective for dry skin???

I believe coconut oil and fish oil is helpful with dry skin, but it isn't a cure for a serious skin problem. My boys' coats did improve with a fish oil supplement (and I need to order more). Haven't tried coconut oil on them.

As IDPiper indicated, you don't want to go overboard with either. More is not better. You can make your baby very sick with both -- or I should say, with each (meaning not just combined).

[YorkieLov3r]

Originally Posted by Maximo

I believe coconut oil and fish oil is helpful with dry skin, but it isn't a cure for a serious skin problem. My boys' coats did improve with a fish oil supplement (and I need to order more). Haven't tried coconut oil on them.

As IDPiper indicated, you don't want to go overboard with either. More is not better. You can make your baby very sick with both -- or I should say, with each (meaning not just combined).

Thaaaaanks... I think I'll give them what I have. Primrose oil, and coat vit (pb). But if it won't work..I'll still wanna try the coconut oil

[Maximo]

Originally Posted by YorkieLov3r

Thaaaaanks... I think I'll give them what I have. Primrose oil, and coat vit (pb). But if it won't work..I'll still wanna try the coconut oil

Is the primrose oil a dog supplement? Do not give any supplements made for humans. I have never heard of using primrose oil orally. I know it is an ingredient in topicals, like Isle of Dogs products.

[YorkieLov3r]

It's from dorwest, kristin...herbal dog supplement. Suppesed to b ok

[Teegy]

Originally Posted by IDPiper

I use it in my toothpaste, for oil pulling, in my hair, body cream, for Piper, and I use it to cook with all the time. I also have a jar of the unscented for when I don't want that taste in my food. We love it and I usually go through about a gallon and a half at least every year.

You got me, what's oil pulling?

I use it everyday on my face for cooking I feed it to the dogs, I put it in smoothies

[Teegy]

Originally Posted by YorkieLov3r

Have u tried the salmon oil? Which one is better? Salmon or coconut? Thx

I've heard krill oil is actually better than salmon oil, salmon oil is used as a supplement for omega 3's.
My vet explained that coconut oil is good to use in older dogs to help gain weight

[mimimomo]

Originally Posted by Teegy

You got me, what's oil pulling?

I use it everyday on my face for cooking I feed it to the dogs, I put it in smoothies

IDPiper posted a link about oil pulling on post #9.

Originally Posted by Teegy

I've heard krill oil is actually better than salmon oil, salmon oil is used as a supplement for omega 3's.
My vet explained that coconut oil is good to use in older dogs to help gain weight

I've heard that too, that krill oil is excellent for both humans & pets. Which do you use?

I'm a little confused about weight gain on coconut oil bc I've read that it helps boost your metabolism...maybe it's different for pets?

[Maximo]

Originally Posted by mimimomo

Here dad, put this up your nose

My allergies to pollen usu hits in March, so I'll try it then. My dad has allergies too & asthma, so I asked him today if he was congested @ all...he wasn't. Told him to put coconut oil up his nostrils if he does & he said ok.

LOL, can't wait to hear your dad's report the first time he does it.

My dad has learned not to laugh at me (at least not in front of me ).