How to Give Coconut Oil to Dogs With Muscle Tremors
According to Cherrybrook.com, coconut oil benefits come from the oil's medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs), which provide an immediate source of energy for weak muscles. As an antioxidant, coconut oil supplies more vitamin E than carrots and tomatoes combined, and the acids in the oil work as antifungal, antiviral and antibacterial agents that cure muscle tremors, skin infections, poisoning and diseases, such as inflammatory syndromes, diabetes and arthritis. According to HelpingAnimals.com, all of those issues could cause muscle tremors.
Things You'll Need
- Extra virgin coconut oil (liquid, pill or ointment)
- 1 tsp. measuring spoon
- Weight scale for dogs
- Bandage
Instructions
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Find a coconut oil that is extra virgin, cold-processed and unrefined. According to Cherrybrook.com, this organic type of coconut oil tastes and smells fresh without containing any extra ingredients that could harm to your dog.
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Serve the coconut oil liquid to your dog. As a liquid, gradually increase the serving size of coconut oil until you're serving 1 tsp. per 10 pounds of body weight per day. You may need to weigh your dog before measuring the oil. Add it to the dog's food, or just serve it alone.
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Dispense the coconut oil pill. As a solid, hide one coconut oil pill inside the dog's food, once or twice a day. The pill form is ideal for a dog who doesn't enjoy the taste of coconut oil and won't eat it willingly.
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Apply the coconut oil ointment. As a topical ointment, apply the coconut oil to the muscles that are noticeably affected. Apply as much as needed to cover the area. You can cover the area with a bandage to allow the oil to soak in, or you can allow the dog to lick the oil and consume it internally.
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Tips & Warnings
Cut back on the dog's diet, because there's quite a bit of fat in coconut oil, which could lead to weight gain if consumed daily.
If the muscle tremors don't improve within a few days, visit your veterinarian. You may need to combine the oil treatment with another type of treatment.
