Why adding Omega-3 can help senior dogs weather Winter better.

Winter is to my mind is the most challenging season for dogs and their owners.  

The combination of less daylight hours, seasonally cold, damp weather, gritted pavements, mud all limit outdoor walking, especially for our seniors.

It’s a sobering reality that studies suggest that 80% of dogs eight years and older suffer from Osteoarthritis, or simply put inflammation of the joints, but as dogs are masters at disguising pain, sometimes it’s hard to notice that your older dog is struggling.

Supporting your senior dog through winter means making small, but thoughtful lifestyle adjustments. If movement is medicine, adapt your walks and focus on gentle, but regular exercise.

Factor the time into your daily routine to provide extra indoor enrichment from puzzle games to additional chewing options. Think about your older dog’s mental engagement by training  new tricks or playing indoor games to keep them on the ball.

As a canine nutrition expert, I suggest offering fresh, nutrient dense joint-supportive nutrition. I believe you are what you eat, and so is your dog!

I recommend feeding a raw balanced and complete diet that’s packed with whole food nutrients designed to optimise your dog’s carnivorous digestion promoting overall health.

Plus, I recommend adding Omega-3 essential fatty acids, which help to regulate metabolic function, promotes alert cognition through the gut / brain axis, and helps to put a spring in your older dog’s step.

My chosen source of Omega-3 is Green Lipped Mussel, which I’ve been giving to my fur-family for over 15 years.

I first learned about the incredible nutritional benefits of Green Lipped Mussel at the College of Integrated Veterinary Therapies. This unique shellfish from New Zealand provides a powerhouse of broad-spectrum Omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for health.

Naturopathic healthcare is built on the principle that prevention is better than cure. I believe that by  keeping the body in balance (homeostasis), we help it stay resilient and better able to fight disease.

One key part of that balance is the ratio of Omega-3 to Omega-6 fatty acids. These essential fats are vital for healthy cells, reducing inflammation, and overall wellness. Dogs can’t produce them on their own, so they must get them through their diet.

Unfortunately, many diets are too high in Omega-6 as a result many factors, including the effects of industrial farming practices.  Adding Omega-3 helps restore the balance and better supports natural health.

I only wish I had discovered Antinol’s Joint Care Pro oil capsules sooner—especially for Mr Binks, my nearly 14-year-old English Toy Terrier.

Since I rehomed him 12 years ago, he’s taken Green Lipped Mussel to support his joint health. I love it because it’s a natural food source that dogs are designed to eat. It’s bioavailable, easily absorbed, and efficiently used by the body.

What convinced me to switch to Antinol was its 25+ years of scientific research—and its advanced extraction method. The company uses CO2 Supercritical Extraction, a cold, minimal process that preserves the delicate Omega-3 lipids.

This technique creates a concentrated oil that’s more potent than whole mussel or mussel powder. It keeps the Omega-3 compounds stable, protects all 91 essential fatty acids (including EPA, DHA, and ETA), and removes any heavy metals or toxins. That means the oil is both powerful and pure and is suitable for long-term use, including dogs with kidney disease.

Green Lipped Mussel also provides rare fatty acids not found in other marine sources, like unique PUFAs and phospholipids. Together, they create an “entourage effect” that supports overall health.

Mr Binks takes his Antinol capsules whole with his meals. Even as an elderly gentleman, his stride is strong, he’s active and bright, and his glossy coat reflects his healthy metabolism—all thanks to this incredible source of Omega-3.

Why not try the Antinol 60-day trial? Claim a discount with my code ANNA WEBB.

Antinol is so confident you’ll notice positive changes in your senior, that if you don’t  there’s a money back guarantee!