kolarik1 Posted July 26, 2013 Share Posted July 26, 2013 How much coconut oil do you give your greys? I just ordered a jar from Amazon and I'm going to use it myself as well. TIA Quote Marble, Noah, Eden, Raya (red heeler), Cooper & Trooper (naughty kittens) Missing my bridge angels: Pop, Zelda, Mousey & Carmel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramonaghan Posted July 26, 2013 Share Posted July 26, 2013 I have read that you can give one tablespoon per 30 lbs (or a teaspoon for every 10 lbs). I think you're supposed to work up to that, but I didn't know to do that and Sweep didn't suffer any ill effects. She's 60 lbs and gets about a tablespoon a day, but I also give her fish oil. Quote Rachel with littermates Doolin and Willa, boss cat Tootie, and feline squatters Crumpet and Fezziwig. Missing gentlemen kitties Mud, Henry, and Richard and our beautiful, feisty, silly Sweep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest chickenpotpie Posted July 27, 2013 Share Posted July 27, 2013 I give a teaspoon a day but I also give her fish oils. I give coconut for taste, and smear a little on her hairless parts/fur Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted July 27, 2013 Share Posted July 27, 2013 I give about a tablespoon per day, I don't really measure, just scoop it out and glop it on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LunaTheGreyt Posted July 27, 2013 Share Posted July 27, 2013 About a tablespoon, but I don't measure it precisely. she gobbles it up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kolarik1 Posted July 27, 2013 Author Share Posted July 27, 2013 Thanks all...Zelda can be a picky eater (she takes after me)...but since I'm trying to improve my health using essential oils, and I'm going to try to eat better and use the coconut oil, I was thinking it wouldn't hurt to try her with the coconut oil. If she doesn't like it, then I can still use it LOL Quote Marble, Noah, Eden, Raya (red heeler), Cooper & Trooper (naughty kittens) Missing my bridge angels: Pop, Zelda, Mousey & Carmel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
galgrey Posted July 27, 2013 Share Posted July 27, 2013 (edited) I've been using it for my dogs (and myself) for years now after reading this article: http://www.cocotherapy.com/wdj_coconut_oil_article.pdf The following info is from the article: Solid or liquid coconut oil can be added to food at any meal or given between meals. The optimum dose for dogs is about 1 teaspoon per 10 pounds of body weight daily, or 1 tablespoon per 30 pounds. These are general guidelines,as some dogs need less and others more. But don’t start with these amounts. Instead, introduce coconut oil a little at a time in divided doses. Because coconut oil kills harmful bacteria, viruses, parasites, yeasts, and fungi, the burden of removing dead organisms can trigger symptoms of detoxification. Headaches, fatigue, diarrhea, and flu-like symptoms are common in humans who consume too much too fast, and similar symptoms can occur in dogs. Even in healthy dogs, large amounts of coconut oil can cause diarrhea or greasy stools while the body adjusts. Start with small amounts, such as ¼ teaspoon per day for small dogs or puppies and 1 teaspoon for large dogs. Gradually increase the amount every few days. If your dog seems tired or uncomfortable or has diarrhea, reduce the amount temporarily. Edited July 27, 2013 by galgrey Quote Cynthia, & Cristiano, galgoAlways in my heart: Frostman Newdawn Frost, Keno Jet Action & Chloe (NGA racing name unknown), Irys (galgo), Hannah (weim), Cruz (galgo), & Carly CW Your Charming Princess http://www.greyhound-data.com/d?i=1018857 "It came to me that every time I lose a dog they take a piece of my heart with them. And every new dog who comes into my life, gifts me with a piece of their heart. If I live long enough, all the components of my heart will be dog, and I will become as generous and loving as they are." -- Unknown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kolarik1 Posted July 27, 2013 Author Share Posted July 27, 2013 Thanks! Will start Zelda and the new foster on it when it gets here, 1 teaspoon a day. Quote Marble, Noah, Eden, Raya (red heeler), Cooper & Trooper (naughty kittens) Missing my bridge angels: Pop, Zelda, Mousey & Carmel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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