{"id":37342,"date":"2022-03-18T06:57:21","date_gmt":"2022-03-18T06:57:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/addictionpet.com\/en-sg\/?p=37342"},"modified":"2022-03-18T07:02:39","modified_gmt":"2022-03-18T07:02:39","slug":"should-you-include-coconut-oil-in-your-pets-diet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/addictionpet.com\/en-sg\/blog\/should-you-include-coconut-oil-in-your-pets-diet\/","title":{"rendered":"Should you include Coconut oil in your pet&#8217;s diet?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Coconut oil started surging in popularity in 2011, being tagged as a &#8220;health food&#8221; for its countless health benefits and uses. Its proliferation in natural skincare products and health food aisles became so apparent that pet parents had to ask \u2013 is it something my pets can also benefit from?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The answer is a resounding yes. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pets.webmd.com\/dogs\/what-to-know-dogs-eat-coconut-oil#:~:text=There%20are%20many%20ways%20coconut,diet%20are%20healthy%20and%20safe.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Veterinarians agree<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> that Coconut oil is healthy for pets. If you&#8217;re on edge about including this edible oil in your pet&#8217;s diet, read on to know its components and what makes it beneficial for pets.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What is Coconut oil<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Coconut oil is extracted from the meat of a Coconut. It&#8217;s high in <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), a type of saturated fat.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Saturated fat is a dietary fat commonly found in meat but is also seen in plant foods like Coconut and Palm oil.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5044790\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">several types of MCTs<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> found in Coconut oil:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Lauric acid (49%)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Caprylic acid (8%)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Myristic acid (8%)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Palmitic acid (8%)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Capric acid (7%)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Oleic acid (6%)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Stearic acid (2%)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Linoleic acid (2%)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h1><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The benefits of coconut oil<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Coconut oil has a wide range of nutrients that help contribute to your pet&#8217;s overall health. &#8220;Coconuts are a rich source of protein and minerals. The oil itself has antibacterial properties effective against certain types of fungi,&#8221; said Dr. Jean Paul Ly, DMV. Some of the benefits of coconut oil include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\">\n<h2><b>Energy boost<\/b><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Coconut oil&#8217;s MCT<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> components contribute to higher energy levels in pets. According to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.whole-dog-journal.com\/care\/how-coconut-oil-benefits-your-dogs-health\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Dr. Bruce Fife, C.N., N.D.,<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Coconut oil &#8220;balances the thyroid, <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">helping overweight dogs lose weight and helping sedentary dogs feel energetic&#8221;.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"11\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\">\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Better digestion <\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Dr. Fife also notes the power of Coconut oil in improving digestion. Lauric acid&#8217;s antibacterial properties help promote gut health by supporting the growth of good bacteria. As a bonus, Lauric acid also helps the body absorb nutrients from foods.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\">\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Healthier skin and coat\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Aside from Lauric acid promoting good gut health and nutrient absorption, it&#8217;s also effective in reducing inflammation.\u00a0 Together with <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Capric Acid and Caprylic Acid, they make one of the best antibacterial and antifungal agents. This makes Coconut Oil effective in promoting skin and coat healthy by easing irritation caused by hot spots and yeast dermatitis.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\">\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Improved cognitive function<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">We&#8217;ve previously discussed how Coconut oil is made up of several MCTs. These MCTs, once digested by the body, turn into Ketones. Ketones provide energy to the brain. A <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/20141643\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">study<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> conducted on senior Beagles proved that MCTs help stimulate senior dogs&#8217; cognitive function. So, giving your senior dogs Coconut oil can help sharpen their memory. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Including Coconut oil in your pet&#8217;s diet<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As with any other new food introduced to pets, it&#8217;s best to err on the side of caution. Talk to your veterinarian so you can make an informed decision about adding Coconut oil in your pet&#8217;s diet. And if you decide to push through about adding this edible oil, make sure to start slow to avoid diarrhea. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pet food with Coconut oil<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you want to opt for a more convenient way of including Coconut oil in your pet&#8217;s diet, consider feeding your pets food that includes Coconut oil in the ingredients list. Addiction Pet Foods&#8217; provides pet parents like you a wide range of nutritional solutions enriched with Coconut oil:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Addiction Raw Alternative Food<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/addictionpet.com\/en-sg\/shop\/chicken-and-apricot-dinner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Country Chicken and Apricot Dinner<\/span><\/a>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Features tender and cage-free 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data-contrast=\"auto\">Free-range New Zealand Venison formula free from common allergens, ideal for dogs with skin and digestive sensitivities<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/addictionpet.com\/en-sg\/shop\/zen-vegetarian\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Zen Vegetarian<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A 100% plant-based formula with added vitamins, minerals and amino acids.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Addiction Dog Treat<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"12\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/addictionpet.com\/en-sg\/shop\/meaty-bites-chicken\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Chicken Recipe Meaty Bites<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"12\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Moist and soft-textured treats made with cage-free New Zealand Chicken as the #1 ingredient<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/addictionpet.com\/en-sg\/shop\/meaty-bites-venison\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Venison Recipe Meaty Bites<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Moist and soft-textured treats made with free-range New Zealand Venison as the #1 ingredient<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/addictionpet.com\/en-sg\/shop\/meaty-bites-brushtail\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Brushtail Recipe Meaty Bites<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Moist and soft-textured treats made with wild New Zealand Brushtail as the #1 ingredient<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/addictionpet.com\/en-sg\/shop\/meaty-bites-beef\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Beef Recipe Meaty Bites<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Moist and soft-textured treats made with grass-fed New Zealand Beef as the #1 ingredient<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Would you consider feeding your pets a diet made with Coconut oil? Let us know in the comment section! <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u2013 Addictionpet.com<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Credits:<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Photo by <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/@mikhail-nilov?utm_content=attributionCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=pexels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Mikhail Nilov<\/span><\/i><\/b><\/a><i><span data-contrast=\"none\"> from <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/a-close-up-shot-of-broken-coconut-7676717\/?utm_content=attributionCopyText&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=pexels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Pexels<\/span><\/i><\/b><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\r\n\t\t<div class=\"da-reactions-outer TpostID37342\">\r\n            \r\n            <div class=\"da-reactions-data da-reactions-container-async center\"\r\n                data-type=\"post\"\r\n                data-id=\"37342\"\r\n                data-nonce=\"5e28592215\"\r\n                id=\"da-reactions-slot-post-37342\">\r\n                <div class=\"da-reactions-exposed\">\r\n                    <img src=\"https:\/\/addictionpet.com\/en-sg\/wp-content\/plugins\/da-reactions\/assets\/dist\/loading.svg\" alt=\"Loading spinner\" width=\"64\" height=\"64\" style=\"width:64px; height:64px\" \/>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Coconut oil started surging in popularity in 2011, being tagged as a &#8220;health food&#8221; for its countless health benefits and uses. 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