linoleic acid
Linoleic acid is a polyunsaturated omega-6 fatty acid and essential for dogs. Their bodies cannot produce it on their own.
What it is?
A lack of linoleic acid can lead to health problems such as poor skin and coat, abnormal growth and weakened immune systems.
How it applies?
Swapping saturated fat and carbohydrates for linoleic acid – the main polyunsaturated fat found in vegetable oil, nuts, and seeds – lowers risk of coronary heart disease.
Additional info?
Whole food sources for this is vegetable oil or poultry.
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