The Role of Omega-3s in Your Dog's Diet

Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for a dog's skin, coat, joint, and brain health. Learn why Wildridge includes marine microalgal oil in every pâté recipe.

What Are Omega-3 Fatty Acids?

Omega-3s are a type of polyunsaturated fat that dogs cannot produce on their own — they must get them from their diet. Common sources include fish oil, krill oil, and marine microalgal oil, the plant-based marine ingredient we use in our recipes.

Why We Use Marine Microalgal Oil

While fish oil is a common source of omega-3s, we choose marine microalgal oil because it is a direct, plant-based source of DHA — the most important omega-3 for dogs. It delivers the same benefits without relying on fish harvesting, making it both sustainable and consistent in quality.

Pairing omega-3s with a high-meat diet maximises absorption. The healthy fats in our pâtés work alongside the amino acids in our 95% meat and organ meat in broth recipes to support everything from joint health to brain function.

Key Benefits of Omega-3s for Dogs

• Healthier skin and shinier coat — Omega-3s reduce dryness and flakiness while boosting natural coat lustre.
• Joint support — These healthy fats reduce inflammation, helping senior dogs and active breeds stay mobile and comfortable.
• Brain and eye development — In puppies, omega-3s support healthy brain and vision development. In adults, they help maintain cognitive function.
• Immune system support — Omega-3s help regulate immune response, reducing the likelihood of inflammatory-related issues.

Already in Every Can

At Wildridge Family Farms, you don't have to think about supplementing. Marine microalgal oil is already included in every one of our pork, beef, chicken, and turkey pâtés — so your dog gets these benefits at every meal, automatically.