A German shepherd has perhaps the most luxurious coat of all dog breeds–but it’s not immune to becoming dull and losing its luster. 

As my German shepherd aged, his coat seemed to lose its lustre and sheen.

Over time the coat went from a high gloss to a more dull matte appearance.

I was initially concerned that he was unwell and might be suffering from a digestive condition or general poor health.

Fish Oil for a Gleaming Coat

My vet suggested using a fish oil product to restore some of the natural oils back to the German shepherd’s coat.

I initially tried capsules and within a week I was noticing a general improvement in his hair’s sheen.

His second coat seemed to begin to take on a shine that had been missing for some time.

The fish oil capsules are not cheap; in time I purchased a bottle of fish oil and was pleasantly surprised at the affordability of the product and its effectiveness in restoring my dog’s coat back to good health.

Fish Oil for Achy Joints

I found it most effective to put a full squirt of the fish oil directly on his food in the morning when he received his first meal.

I was pleased with the condition of the coat, but I was equally pleased with the improvements I saw in his overall health.

The aging German shepherd seemed to be suffering less from arthritic aches and pains, and his overall digestive health seemed to benefit as well.

He seemed to defecate on a more regular basis, and his excrement was of a healthier consistency.

The old wives’ tale about cod liver oil rings true for dogs as well as humans. The health benefits of this product should not be overlooked.

A squirt of fish oil goes a long way in promoting good German shepherd health including a healthier looking coat.

Lorra Garrick has been covering medical, fitness and cybersecurity topics for many years, having written thousands of articles for print magazines and websites, including as a ghostwriter. She’s also a former ACE-certified personal trainer.