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Dog Food for Skin and Coat

The skin is the first organ that shows how your dog is really doing. A dog with health problems often has dry or greasy skin and a dull or flaky coat. This can be caused by allergies or other conditions, such as hormonal disorders or ageing. Nutrition can play an important role in supporting skin and coat health. Here you will find our complete range of dog food that supports the skin and coat.

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Nutrition to support skin and coat

A dog’s skin and coat may need extra support for several reasons. Sometimes there is a primary skin problem, such as an allergy or inflammation. Seasonal shedding, ageing, or underlying illnesses can also have an impact.

It is important that a veterinarian determines the cause so that targeted treatment can begin.

Nutrition for allergic dogs

If your dog is allergic, food often plays a central role in treatment. This applies to both food allergies and environmental allergies (atopic dermatitis).

For food allergies, hypoallergenic diets are essential. These can be formulated with:

Hydrolysed proteins:

Single protein:

For atopic dermatitis or a combination of food allergies and atopy, special diets help to reduce itching and strengthen the skin. Examples include:

You can also browse our full selection of allergy diets or hypoallergenic dog food for more options.

Nutrition to support a healthy skin and coat

A healthy coat demands a lot from the body: protein, energy, vitamins, and minerals. Illness, age, or excessive shedding can upset this balance. Weather conditions can also play a role. For this, specific diets have been developed, provided other causes are ruled out by your vet.

Alongside diet, proper coat care is also important.

Order dog food for skin and coat support

Would you like to know which diet best supports your dog? Browse the full range of diet food for dogs or contact our veterinarian at veterinarian@vetsend.co.uk.