NaturVet Omega-Gold Plus Salmon Oil Skin and Coat Supplement

The Verdict

If your dog is scratching a bald patch into their flank or you’re vacuuming up enough fur to knit a second dog, you’ve probably considered a fish oil supplement. The market is flooded with them, but NaturVet’s Omega-Gold Plus stands out for one reason: it’s not just salmon oil. This is a four-ingredient skin-and-coat stack that goes beyond the single-nutrient formulas most brands push.

Here’s what you actually get in the bottle: a blend of salmon oil (for omega-3s), flaxseed oil (for omega-6s), biotin, and vitamin E. That’s a notably more complete approach than the plain salmon-oil-only products that dominate this category. Omega-3s fight inflammation and support coat shine; omega-6s maintain skin barrier health; biotin strengthens hair follicles; and vitamin E acts as an antioxidant. The soft chews come in a chicken-liver flavor base, which is where things get either great or problematic depending on your dog’s palate.

Real-world performance shows a split. The 4.2-star average across 210 ratings tells the story: roughly a third of reviewers report visible improvements in 2–4 weeks—less scratching, softer coat, reduced shedding—while a smaller but vocal group says their dog flat-out refused to eat them. One reviewer noted, “My lab would eat a rock if I buttered it, but she spit these out twice. Had to hide them in cream cheese.” That’s the tradeoff with flavored chews: they’re convenient, but you can’t mask a taste your dog dislikes.

The dosing schedule is worth flagging. NaturVet recommends doubling the serving for the first two weeks as a “loading dose,” then dropping to the maintenance amount. Dogs under 25 pounds get half a chew daily; 25–50 pounds get one chew; 50–75 pounds get one and a half; and over 75 pounds get two. Read that label carefully—buyers who skipped the loading phase reported slower results and sometimes wrote negative reviews for a product they weren’t using as directed.

What buyers consistently praise: The pump-style bottle is a genuine improvement over pour-top oil bottles that get slippery and sticky. For a liquid oil, the pump also lets you dose accurately without over-pouring—a common complaint with competing brands. Multiple reviewers mention the value per serving, particularly for large-breed owners who’d otherwise go through a $30 bottle of liquid oil in three weeks. The inclusion of biotin and vitamin E also gets positive mentions from owners whose dogs had dry, flaky skin rather than just dull coats.

Where it falls short: Beyond the taste-refusal issue, some dogs experience loose stools during the first week, especially if you’re switching from a different omega supplement. This is common with any fish oil product, but worth knowing before you start. The chews are also soft and can dry out if you don’t seal the bottle properly—a few reviewers reported crumbly, hard chews by the end of the bottle. And at the loading dose, a 75-pound dog burns through the bottle in about three weeks, which makes the per-dose cost higher than bulk liquid alternatives.

Who should buy this: Owners of dogs with mild-to-moderate skin issues—dry flaking, seasonal itching, dull coat—who want a multi-nutrient approach without buying three separate supplements. It’s also a solid choice if you travel with your dog, since chews are TSA-friendly and don’t need refrigeration. Skip it if you have a notoriously picky eater, or if your dog has severe allergies that require a limited-ingredient diet—the chicken-liver flavor base could be a problem for sensitive dogs.

FAQ:

Q: How long until I see results? A: Most reviewers report visible coat improvement in 2–4 weeks. Skin issues like flaking typically respond faster than hair regrowth. If you don’t see changes after 6 weeks at the correct dose, consider a veterinary dermatology consult.

Q: Can I give this to a cat? A: No. This formula is specifically dosed for dogs. NaturVet makes a separate feline formula—don’t swap them.

Q: Does it need refrigeration? A: No, but store it in a cool, dry place. Heat can degrade the oils and soften the chews into a sticky mess. Seal the lid tightly after each use.

The Verdict:

Buy it if your dog has dry, itchy skin or a dull coat and you want a more complete fatty-acid supplement than plain salmon oil, especially if you value pump-bottle convenience and don’t mind a 2-week loading phase.

Skip it if your dog is a picky eater who rejects novel treats, or if you need a strictly limited-ingredient formula for allergies. In those cases, a flavorless liquid oil mixed into food is a safer bet.

Rating: 4.2/5 — A well-formulated supplement that works when your dog will actually eat it. The taste-refusal issue is real but not universal; at this price point, it’s worth trying a bottle to see if your dog accepts it.

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Last updated: 2026-08-06. Ratings and prices current as of review date. Verify on Amazon before purchasing.