Vetri Science Laboratories have developed Omega 3 6 9 which is made from a range of all natural products, including borage seed, flaxseed and fish. The purpose of this pet supplement is to provide dogs and cats with access to a good amount of fatty acids. There is little debate that essential fatty acids, or EFAs are highly effective in promoting good mental and physical health and EFAs have also proven just as effective for animals. Omega 3,6,9 gives a good balance of all fatty acids and with the right dosage, the animal’s weight is kept at a healthy level, and the development and growth of the nervous system is optimal.
Ingredients
The ingredients of Omega 3 6 9 in unknown quantities, are listed below:
- ALA or Alpha Linoleic Acid – 17mg – this ingredient has shown to be beneficial in promoting a healthy heart and skin.
- Other ingredients include, LA – 171.6mg, Oleic Acid – 145mg as well as Gamma Linoleic Acid and d-alpha Tocopherols or Vitamin E.
- The inactive ingredients in Omega 3, 6, 9 are shown as borage seed oil, fish oil and flaxseed oil.
Dosage
Vetri Science recommends that Omega 3 6 9 should be administered to cats, and the dosage should be one gel cap every second day. The recommended dosage for dogs for Omega 3 6 9 which have a body weight of less than 15 lbs is one gel cap every second day. Dogs that weight between 15 and 30 lbs, the recommended dose is a single gel cap on a daily basis. For dogs who have a body weight of more than 30 lbs, the recommended dose is one gel cap per 30 lbs of bodyweight and this should be taken daily.
Price
When researching the product, no listed price was found.
Guarantee
During the research of the product, there was no mention of a guarantee. Orders could not be placed online and interested buyers are recommended to locate an affiliated veterinarian in their area in order to purchase the product. Since the product was sold without a guarantee, should buyers not be satisfied with the purchase, no refund is given on the product.
Conclusion – VetriScience Omega 3, 6, 9
There is no evidence to disprove that Omega 3 6 9 is not a worthwhile product or that it is not able to provide the necessary benefits to a pet. The worrying factor, however is that there is no guarantee, and there is no recommendation for pricing. In addition, there is little scientific or clinical proof that the ingredients which are used to manufacture Omega 3,6,9 are effective and able to treat or alleviate the conditions listed.