Skin and coat dog supplements help target the symptoms of poor dermal and follicular health, giving your pet the nutrients they need for a glowin’, tail-waggin’ sheen. Your dog’s natural shine is a staple to their confidence—and a peek into their overall health and wellness. For some, a long, flowing mane is a recognizable feature of their breed, while others sport a shorter coat, peppered with unique markings and spots. Their skin and coat are essential to their natural doggo glow, but a number of factors can dampen that sheen, like their diet, age, and stress levels.
In this article, we’ll unpack the exact vitamins and minerals found in our Skin & Coat Supplement for Dogs. We’ll explain how each ingredient fights for stronger dermal health, while filling out the nutritional gaps in your dog’s diet. We’ll also discuss common concerns that affect your dog’s signature coat, and suggest ways to counterbalance these concerns. And we’ll even show you a few more of our products to help round out your dog’s supplement stack.
But first, let’s get up close and personal with our dog supplement for skin and coat.
Our Skin & Coat Supplement for Dogs
Boasting a delicious, lip-lickin’ (100% vegan!) chicken flavor, our Skin & Coat Dog Chews combine a ton of ingredients into one small but mighty (healthy) treat. These soft chews use biotin and coconut oil to curb shedding and improve skin condition; they also foster a healthier gut microbiome with the help of P-6 Probiotics; and, with high levels of vitamins B1, B3, B12, and E, they deliver essential nutrients not found in traditional kibble-based diets.
Just simply add this supplement to your dog’s breakfast or dinner, or call ’em over and make ’em sit, stay, and wait for a delicious treat. It’s the perfect addition to your dog’s daily routine—plus, it helps you show their skin and coat a little TLC.
What Steals Your Dog’s Sheen?
Your dog’s coat goes through quite the crucible. Mud puddles, pond dives, grass stains, and bed heads, their coats weather all the seasons from puppyhood to their golden years. Some breeds don extra layers in their fur to withstand the winter months, shedding their entire outer coat at the howl of spring, while others rock a short cut year-round. Yes, your dog’s coat is mighty; it’s robust; but it’s also susceptible to a number of issues that can hamper its glow.
Breed-related Conditions
Many breeds are more susceptible to dermal dilemmas than others. This could be due to common canine allergies, dry skin, or a number of other, more specific, breed-related issues. When adopting a dog, it’s always best to know their breed and be on the lookout for tell-tale signs of skin issues, like constant licking, itching, pawing, or biting their coat. If you notice symptoms like these, your first step should be to consult your veterinarian.
Allergies
One of the most common causes of skin and coat issues stems from allergies. Like us, dogs have unique allergies, ranging from seasonal pollen to food allergies to insect bites. These allergens trigger a response in your dog’s immune system, alerting their brain of an intruder. And what does their brain tell them to do? Lick, scratch, paw, bite, and wiggle. Though this might help get rid of the allergen, their immune system often overcompensates, resulting in incessant licking and scratching. These actions can leave behind red, inflamed skin, excess dermal oils, and hairless spots.
Our Immunity Booster Dog Chews help reinforce your dog’s immune system with a host of adaptogens, vitamins, and antioxidants—compounds that help settle the symptoms of common canine allergies.
Stress
On the outside, your dog may look confident, composed, and calm. They might be big and burly, or carry a Napoleon complex that dwarfs even a Great Dane. But on the inside, they may be an anxious wreck. Stress and anxiety can lead to noticeable changes in your dog’s sheen.
Help counteract the effects of high stress with our Calming Dog Chews, made with naturally relaxing ingredients like tryptophan, passion flower, and Valerian root.
Diet
The standard American diet consists of kibble, a little treat, a piece of chicken when no one’s looking, and more kibble. While some kibble is nutrient-dense, most aren’t. Most kibbles carry too many fillers and additives to really be considered healthy. Because of this, your dog’s diet might lack essential nutrients, like vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
Our 10-in-1 Multivitamin Dog Chews combine a ton of health-boosting compounds to fill in the gaps in your dog’s diet—and give your pupper a tasty, lamb-flavored treat.
Aging
Just like with you and me, your dog’s hair will get a little gray and white with age. This is totally natural. Some dogs even experience age-related alopecia, too. (That’s just a fancy word for hair loss.) You can fortify your furry friend’s aging coat with organic, non-GMO skin & coat supplements for dogs.
Learn more about how supplements can help your senior doggos.
Health Conditions
We said earlier that skin and fur issues can signal a larger issue in your dog’s physical and mental health. Dermal dilemmas may stem from more serious ailments that should be treated by a licensed professional. So, if your dog is experiencing skin or fur changes, it’s always best to consult your vet first.
Supplements to Help Your Dog’s Coat
Here’s a more in-depth look at the supplements we mentioned above—and a few more to complement your dog’s nose-to-tail health.
| Happy Paws Supplement | Key Ingredients | Benefits** |
| 10-in-1 Multivitamin for Dogs | Organic Coral Calcium, Green Lipped Mussel, Sea Kelp, Vitamin B6, D3, Biotin, Coconut Oil, Kona Berry, Colostrum & Sweet Potato | Daily nose-to-tail health support |
| Bladder Health Supplement for Dogs | Cranberry, Kona Berry, Marshmallow Root & Nettle Leaf | Support healthy bladder function |
| Calming Supplement for Dogs | Chamomile, Passion Flower, Valerian Root, Tryptophan & Theanine | Promote a calmer, more relaxed state |
| Cognitive Supplement for Dogs | Sweet Potato, CoQ10, Taurine, Spirulina, Vitamin E, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B3 & Vitamin B12 | Fortify brain health & memory while soothing mental stress |
| Dental Health Supplement for Dogs | P-6 Probiotics, Sea Kelp, Spirulina, Parsley, Spearmint, Enzyme Blend & Coconut Oil | Support natural dental health & freshen stinky dog breath |
| Immunity Booster Supplement for Dogs | Coconut Oil, Turkey Tail Mushroom, Maitake Mushroom, Reishi Mushroom, Astragalus Root, Turmeric, Vitamin C & Kona Berry, Colostrum | Promote optimal immune function & allergy relief |
| Skin & Coat Supplement for Dogs | Coconut Oil, Biotin, Sweet Potato, Organic Coral Calcium, Vitamin E, Vitamin B3 & P-6 Probiotics | Strengthen skin & coat while soothing dermal dilemmas |
| Digestive Health Supplement for Dogs | P-6 Probiotics, Enzyme Blend, Pumpkin Meal & Ginger Root | Foster natural digestive function |
**It is always best to consult with a licensed veterinarian before adding supplements to your dog’s daily routine.
Other Ways to Help Your Dog’s Coat
Along with supplementation, here are a few more ways to reinforce your dog’s skin and fur health.
Vitamin-rich Diet
Opting for a more vitamin-rich diet can lead to a stronger immune system and a healthier, happier pup. Our dog supplements are vitamin-dense, made with natural ingredients, and tasty, dog-friendly flavors. Adding these supplements to your dog’s day is much easier than telling them that they need to go on a diet.
Routine Grooming
Regular grooming can help any breed, no matter their hair length. This can include a bath, a haircut, or a nightly brush—anything to clear out potential allergens, insects, dirt, or pests from their fur.
Stress Management
We talked about how stress can affect your dog’s sheen, and it can pop up at any point in their lives. So, teaching your dog self-soothing and confidence-building techniques, backed by gentle reinforcement, can help steer your worried dog into a better mood. Also, exercise and involved play can help cheer your dog up.
How to Choose the Best Daily Vitamin for Canines
Before opting for new daily supplements for your dog, review this quick checklist.
Consult Your Dog’s Veterinarian First
First and foremost, always consult your veterinarian before adding a supplement to your dog’s daily routine. Your vet will help you discern if a supplement is best for your dog and what ingredients to look for.
Prioritize High-Quality Vitamins & Ingredients
Looking for the right supplement for your dog can be ruff. The market for dog supplements is rife with cheap fillers and additives. So, it’s always key to look for organic, non-GMO supplements—especially ones backed by veterinarians. Supplements like these use natural compounds to pack their formulas with vitamins, minerals, and other essential nutrients.
High-Quality Supplements Delivered to You
You shouldn’t have to dig, dig, and dig some more to find the right supplements for your pupper. At Happy Paws, we know it’s hard to find the right supplements for your pet—the ones with quality ingredients and tasty flavors. That’s why we started Happy Paws. Our products are backed by a team of dog owners and pet lovers who believe in giving our furry friends the best supplements possible. Now, you can spoil your dog with a healthy treat that actually tastes like a treat!
