DHAgold Omega 3 DHA EPA DPA for Dogs Product Analysis and Information UK
Many pet food products claim to be a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, but not all omega-3’s are equal.
While DHA provides a broad range of health benefits, shorter chain omega-3’s are mainly a source of energy. Additionally, shorter chain omega-3’s do not efficiently convert to long-chain DHA in the body, partly because of the presence of omega-6 fatty acids competing for this conversion. Therefore, the supplementation of a preformed source of DHA is the
preferred nutritional strategy. (1, 2, 3)
Algae as a consistent source of DHA
There are many ingredients that contain omega-3 fatty acids – but many of them are not adequate sources of DHA omega-3. For example, flax seed and vegetable oils are mainly a source of shorter chain omega-3’s. Fish oils and fish by-products are the most common sources of DHA omega-3 used in pet nutrition products. However, the DHA content in fish can vary significantly dependent on fish species, geographical origin and the way the raw materials are processed and stabilised. (4, 5)
At this point modern biotechnology helps. Cultivating algae under controlled conditions provides a consistent alternative source of DHA-omega-3 which is unaffected by seasonal fluctuations, the avail ability of marine sources, any geographic variability or unwanted shifts in quality.
Why DHAgold?
- Reliable source of high quality DHA omega-3
- Fermentation derived product from algae grown consistently under controlled conditions
- Provides health benefits through all life stages
- Sustainably produced independent from fish sources
- Non-marine origin and free from ocean borne contaminants
- Suitable for all common pet nutrition, including dog food, products
Bonza vegan dog food includes DHA from algae because of its performance and sustainability
