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The Benefits of Feeding Linseed Oil. For centuries horse owners have fed linseed (flaxseed) oil for a glossier, easier to groom coat, stronger hooves, improved condition, fitness and performance - modern scientists and vets have proven its efficacy is due to Omega-3. Dog owners have also noticed that dogs fed linseed oil have healthier coats with a championship sheen as well as helping alleviate arthritis and improving temperaments
- Linseed Oil balances fats in the diet so that other nutrients and supplements are metabolized more effectively
Top Quality Cold-Pressed Linseed Oil. If you give your animals fresh quality feed you will want the best linseed oil for them. Flax Farm Cold-pressed Linseed oil is simply the best; pure unrefined cold-pressed oil that is gently squeezed from home-grown linseeds. It is as close to nature as possible and contains all the naturally occurring micro-nutrients and antioxidants that aid absorption and health. Careful production, highest standards of quality control means that the omega-3 is in pristine condition.
- Fresh (we send it to you within a few days of pressing) .
- Clear light gold colour and delicate linseed fragrance is demonstration of highest quality cold-pressed linseed oil .
- Ultra-mild flavour. Linseed oil should always have a delicate flavour.
- Palatability. We taste the oil before it goes out to ensure quality and that your animals will enjoy it in their feed. Dogs usually love it!
- Convenient - no boiling or preperation.
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Omega-3 is essential for health of horses and dogs (and birds). Animals can't make omega-3 in their bodies, so like minerals and protien, they have to get it from food. Approximately 25% of every cell membrane is made from omega-3. It is imortant that enough is consumed to balance other fats in food; only then can animals make the healthy cell membranes that ensure strong bones, muscles and ligaments and healthy immune system.
Cold-pressed Linseed Oil provides the right kind of omega-3 for your animals. Omega-3 for feeding animals should always be fresh and pure to ensure quality.
Linseed Oil Omega-3 is even more important in animals diets when cereals, soya or oils are fed. Omega-3 will help your animals cope with the physical and mental stresses
of training and competition. Horses are strictly vegetarian, so linseed oil is
far more natural than cod-liver for horses - it is also completely free of the pollutants associated with fish-based supplements. The ALA in linseed oil is the essential omega-3 fatty acid for dogs and Flax Farm Cold-pressed linseed oil is an exceptionally healthy way to feed it.
How to use: The simplest way to use the oil is simply to mix it in food fresh every day. Unlike the whole linseeds the linseed oil does not need to be cooked, in fact the cooler you can keep it the better.
- Some little dogs are can be little fussier, so lots of our customer give their dog a capsule when they take their own.
How much to use
The amounts given are for normal healthy maintenance; to improve animals’ condition or treat those with inflammatory problems increasing the amount fed it is often recommended.
Horses
- Mix 3 to 4 tablespoons with regular feed for, ponies pro rata 1.5-3 tablespoons. Double the quantities for foals, young stock, pregnant and lactating mare..
Dogs
- 1.25ml and 10 ml daily depending on size of dog. Double the quantities for puppies, pregnant and lactating bitches
Poultry and other animals
- Feed poultry at the rate of 500ml per 25Kg ration.
You
- And don't neglect yourself ! Make sure you have 2-6 capsules/1-2 teaspoons per day and it will help you keep supple after competitions, falls, mucking out or long walks. Linseed oil will also help your skin stand up to the rigours of the outside life.
Storing Linseed Oil
- Store linseed oil in a cool dark place and try to finish within three months. Don't throw away any unused linseed oil it is good for treating woodwork.
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