Whether we’re cooking in the kitchen or not, a bottle of olive oil is constantly sitting next to the stove ready for use at a moment’s notice. Now, you’ll need to keep a stash next to your dog’s food!
1. It tastes doggone good
Add a dash of cinnamon and turmeric, and you’ve spiced your dog’s meal in grand style!
2. It helps your dog lose weight
The monounsaturated fats in olive oil actually encourage pound-melting by breaking down the fat inside fat cells, getting rid of belly fat and reducing insulin sensitivity.
3. It promotes optimal canine health
Rich in monounsaturated fats, olive oil prevents and lessens the effects of cardiovascular disease and diabetes. It contains oleic acid, in addition to some compounds (squalene and terpenoids) that are believed to be effective in preventing cancer, which kills a staggering 50 percent of dogs over age 10.
4. It defends the immune system
With high levels of antioxidants — including polyphenols, vitamin E, chlorophyll, and carotenoids — olive oil is very effective at arming the body’s immune system so it can efficiently fight off disease.
5. It extends canine longevity
Olive oil prevents free radical cell oxidation, which can lead to premature aging, so it works to help keep your dog looking as vibrantly youthful as he did in his salad days.
6. It’s a brain food
Olive oil helps prevent the cognitive decline associated with aging in all species, so be sure to serve it to senior dogs at least once daily, to keep their minds beautiful and cloud-free. This is especially important if your dog is a super-smartie, such as a Border Collie, Poodle, or Mensa mutt.
7. It provides an energy boost to your dog
Circulation improves and breathing comes more easily with a daily dose of olive oil — it helps increase blood flow and, in humans, lessens the effects of asthma.
Whatever life stage your dog is in or whatever health problems your dog is experiencing, try integrating olive oil into his food. Of course, it’s always best to double-check with your vet to determine the amount and whether it’s actually safe for your particular dog, but the benefits are clear. Olive oil is a magical substance that can transform our dog’s health! You might start finding yourself adding more olive oil to your diet, too.
Article Source: Dogster
