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Pets Deserve Quality Omega-3 Fish Oils! Nordic Naturals is the leader in Omega-3 oil supplementation, and manufactures Norwegian fish oils of exceptional purity and freshness for pets. At Nordic Naturals, they use the same oils and quality standards for the manufacture of both human and pet products.
All of Nordic Naturals oils are manufactured in Norway. Nordic Naturals adheres to and exceeds all quality requirements established by the Norwegian Medicinal Standard and the European Pharmacopoeia, delivering some of the purest, freshest, and most effective Omega-3 pet oils on the market.
• Omega-3 fatty acid and 100% natural Vitamin E • Oil derived from 100% wild anchovies and sardines • Fish body oil • High levels of DHA and EPA per serving • Encapsulated for convenient use • 90 Soft Gels per bottle
Health & Nutrition
For centuries, pet diets consisted of natural, unprocessed foods rich in Omega-3 fatty acids derived from fish, algae, and plants. The health-promoting Omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil are EPA and DHA. They are important for supporting healthy skin1, cNORDIC NATURALS Omega 3 PET Cats & Dogs 90 Softgelsoat, joints, brain, heart2, and eye health3, as well as a pet’s energy level. While research indicates that a ratio of Omega-6 to Omega-3 of 5:1 to 10:1 is optimal for dogs4, many pet foods contain primarily Omega-6 fatty acids from vegetable oils. This results in a highly unbalanced ratio dominated by Omega-6.
Some pet diets may include Omega-3 fatty acids; however, virtually none include satisfactory amounts of the most important Omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA. In line with pet recommendations in Scandinavia, Nordic Naturals feels it is crucial to give pets quality fish oil every day. Nordic Naturals Omega-3 fish oils (EPA and DHA) promote dog and cat health by supporting • optimal cellular health
• skin and coat health
• moisture retention in skin
• joint health
• heart health
• brain development and maintenance
• eye development and maintenance
—retinal and visual cortex
• energy production
All natural vitamin A supports
• vision
• growth
• immune function
• fetal development All natural vitamin D supports
• skeletal structure
• maintenance of mineral status
• muscle contraction
• nerve conduction, cell signaling
• phosphorous balance 1. Griffin C. Canine atopic disease. Current Veterinary Dermatology: The Science and Art of Therapy. Mosby-Year Book 1993:99–120.
2. Freeman L, Rush J, Kehayias J, et al. Nutritional Alterations and the Effect of Fish Oil Supplementation in Dogs with Heart Failure. Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine 1998;12(6):440–8.
3. Bazan N, de Turco R. Review: pharmacological manipulation of docosahexaenoic-phospholid biosynthese in photo-receptor cells: implications in retinal degeneration. Journal of Ocular Pharmacology and Therapeutics 1994;10(3):591–604.
4. Vaughn D, Reinhart G, Swaim S, et al. Evaluation of dietary n-6 to n-3 fatty acid ratios on leukotriene B synthesis in dog skin and neutrophils. Vet Dermatol 1994;5(4):163–173.
Exclusive and Exceptional Raw Material
A great finished product starts with the best. Nordic Naturals starts with the best raw materials available: fish low on the food chain, which naturally contain low levels of impurities. All of Nordic Naturals products are made exclusively from three fish species: Arctic Cod, Anchovies, and Sardines, as they are naturally high in the Omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA.
Not all Cod Liver Oils are created equal. Few customers are aware of the fact that most cod liver oil (CLO) products are mostly made from fish other than cod, such as seit or haddock, as Arctic Cod is by far the most expensive raw material available. Since only cod liver contains high levels of naturally occurring vitamins A and D, other cod liver oil manufacturers have to add back synthetic vitamins to standardize the fish oil as cod liver oil. Nordic Naturals uses 100% Arctic Cod for all of its cod liver oil products. Nordic Naturals Arctic Cod Liver Oil contains the highest Omega-3 level of any CLO product, and is tested to ensure healthy levels of 100% naturally occurring vitamins A and D.
Exceptional Freshness
Freshness, which ensures product integrity and biological efficacy, may be the single most important quality of fish oils. Nordic Naturals’ patented, oxygen-free manufacturing process delivers peroxide values (indicators of freshness) down to absolute 0.0 mEQ/kg, with an average of 0.75 mEQ/kg or approximately 14 times below the Norwegian Medicinal Standard and European Pharmacopoeia Standard limits. The lower the peroxide value, the fresher the fish oil.
Freshness is crucial for several reasons. It eliminates key complaints—fishy taste and repeat. On the physiological level, a low peroxide value prevents free radical formation, which has been shown to have a negative effect on the human body.
A low peroxide value may be the key reason why so many humans and their pets, who previously did not benefit from fish oil supplementation, report extraordinary results when using the Nordic Naturals brand.
Exceptional Purity
Nordic Naturals’ raw material is harvested from some of the cleanest waters in the world, and is tested by independent laboratories for heavy metals and over 210 other environmental contaminants.
Heavy Metals
Nordic Naturals products show no detectable lead or mercury when tested down to 10 ppb, or 10 times below the Norwegian Medicinal Standard and European Pharmacopoeia Standard limits. Dioxins and Furans
Nordic Naturals oils have been tested down to 0.5 ppt with zero detection of dioxins and furans. The Norwegian Medicinal Standard and European Pharmacopoeia Standard limits for dioxins are 2 ppt. Analysis is based on the toxicity equivalent testing methodology established by the World Health Organization (WHO).
PCBs
Nordic Naturals oils show no detectable PCBs when tested down to 0.5 ppt. The Norwegian Medicinal Standard limit for PCBs is 3 ppt. No Limit has been established by the European Pharmacopoeia Standard. Analysis is based on the toxicity equivalent testing methodology established by the WHO. Award-Winning Taste
The freshness of an oil is revealed by its taste. Nordic Naturals has earned a reputation for the best-tasting Omega-3 fish oils on the market. Nordic Naturals oils have been awarded "Best Tasting" three years in a row by the American Culinary Institute.
Nordic Naturals exceptionally fresh Omega-3 fish oils have a clean taste, without the unpleasant repeat. This results in a highly palatable oil for both canines and felines, with increased patient compliance.
In contrast, rancid oils have a fishy taste and odor, and are harmful to pet health by producing free radicals in the body. Third-Party Laboratory Testing and Verification Every batch of Nordic Naturals Omega-3 oils is tested for purity and freshness at NILU in Oslo, Norway. Nordic Naturals finished product is third-party tested by laboratories in the United States and in Canada, verifying purity and freshness levels. Triglyceride versus Ethyl Ester Form
Nordic Naturals uses only the natural triglyceride form of fish oil. Triglycerides contain a glycerol backbone, stabilizing the oil molecules in their natural form. Fish oils in ethyl ester form are highly unstable and rapidly break down during storage. They are prohibited in Sweden and Denmark, and soon in Norway and the UK.
Additionally, when fish oils are digested, they are converted into free fatty acids. After absorption through the epithelial cells, free fatty acids are immediately converted into triglycerides. If the glycerol backbone is missing (as they are with ethyl esters), and no other glycerol backbones are available, the oil cannot be converted back to triglyceride form. Fatty acids not converted to triglycerides pose an oxidation burden in the form of free radical formation.
Testimonials
I wanted to tell you about our experience with Nordic Naturals for our Bichon Frise. Jake is fifteen years old, has bad arthritis, and very bad skin. His skin was so dry and inflamed that he often itched it to the point of bleeding. We had tried hydrocortisone with limited success and then the vet said that he may be lacking important oils in his diet. I had remembered reading about Nordic Naturals in the book, the Gold Coast Cure. So I picked up some of your fish oil for Jake. I gave him his first tablet at night and the next morning he was snoring. Before, he woke us up every morning while he was itching himself incessantly. His skin continued to improve with the oil which was given to him twice a day. The other miracle I noticed with the oil was that he was able to jump down from our bed while using it. Before this he would always need to be lifted and he had pain just walking. The fish oil seemed to give him a dramatic improvement for his coat, joints and general well being. I found Jake coming back to his old self and being the happy, loveable and playful dog that we once knew. Thank You. - Wayne H., Florida Every morning I fry an egg for my Bichon Frise, Turbo. It is when I go to the refrigerator for his Nordic Naturals Pet Cod Liver Oil that he sits up to take notice. He will stand on his hind legs trying to get a better look at his favorite treat. If he doesn’t feel like eating at dinnertime, I will mix Pet Cod Liver Oil with his kibble. The once boring dinner becomes a feast to celebrate. I swear he smiles at me when he is done. Friends and neighbors have told me that Turbo is the most well behaved dog they have ever met. I know I can thank Nordic Naturals Pet Cod Liver Oil for giving him a good mood and healthy mind. —Tiffany D., California
Guaranteed Analysis (average analysis; please refer to product label on bottle for current guaranteed analysis)
1 soft gel = 1500 mg
1 soft gel contains 1000 mg fish oil
Crude fat (min.) ......................................................... 67%
Moisture (max.) ........................................................... 3%
Total Omega-3 Fatty Acids* (min.) ........................ 22%
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)* (min.) ................ 11%
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)* (min.) .................. 7%
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO dog or cat food nutrient profiles.
Ingredients: fish oil, soft gel capsule (gelatin, water, glycerin), d-alpha tocopherol (a preservative). One capsule contains
165 mg EPA, 110 mg DHA, 46 mg other Omega-3 fatty acids, and 15 I.U. vitamin E Suggested daily use
Use one capsule for every 20 lbs. of body weight.
Larger dogs: add capsule to food.
Smaller dogs and cats: puncture capsule(s) and apply oil directly onto food, or serve by itself. People and Pets on the GO!
Nordic Naturals Omega-3 Pet formula is great for traveling with your pet to dog or cat shows, field trials, obedience and agility competitions, or just vacationing and relaxing with your family pet companion.
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