Test winner salmon oil for dogs: the best salmon oil in the test

How can you recognize high-quality salmon oil for dogs?

Not every oil delivers what it promises. These questions will help you distinguish quality from marketing:

1. Free from additives

A good salmon oil is all-natural—without artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives.

2. Origin of the salmon

The origin provides information about quality and sustainability. Good salmon oil comes from Norway—a region with strictly controlled fishing practices.

3. High-quality production

According to feed regulations, salmon oil may not be labeled as “cold-pressed.” However, it should still be extracted from fresh salmon without harmful chemicals and without high temperatures—to ensure the most natural fatty acid structure possible.

4. Taste

Salmon oil should not only be effective, but also well tolerated and tasty – because even the best ingredients are useless if your dog refuses to eat them. Precisely because salmon oil should be taken over the long term, taste plays a key role.

Dosage: A high-quality oil should be easy to dose – depending on the size and needs of your dog. Our drop form allows for precise, individual dosing – ideal for small and large dogs alike, without leaving greasy residue in the bowl.
Tested quality: Fish oils such as salmon oil can contain heavy metals – for example, mercury, lead, or cadmium. These substances enter the sea through environmental pollution and can accumulate in fish tissue. Therefore, salmon oil for dogs should be subject to strict quality controls – including laboratory analyses for heavy metals.

Why is salmon oil so valuable for dogs?

Salmon oil provides high-quality omega-3, particularly the fatty acids EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). These play an important role in:

supporting skin and coat health
maintaining healthy heart function
regulating inflammatory processes
cognitive development in young dogs
supporting joints and mobility

A targeted supplement with omega-3 can be particularly useful for dry skin, coat problems, or during periods of increased stress.

Experiences with salmon oil from BIOGENA PETS

Alfie (7 months old, miniature poodle) – Salmon oil to support growth

Brauner, lockiger Hund mit einem Geschirr mit Pfotenabdrücken, der auf einem Baumstumpf in einem sonnendurchfluteten Wald mit Laub sitzt.

Alfie is a young miniature poodle full of energy. His owner uses BIOGENA PETS Omega Drops to support his physical development—especially because the immune system is not yet fully mature at this age.

Benefits:

Visibly shinier fur
Fit and active – even in wet and cold weather
Good tolerance: Alfie likes the taste and takes the drops with his food without any problems

Important to know:
The effect usually becomes apparent after 2–4 weeks of regular use.

Rosi (9 years old, Yorkie mix) – Salmon oil for more shine and less hair loss

Nahaufnahme eines kleinen flauschigen braunen Hundes mit zerzaustem Fell und Halsband, der seinen Kopf vor einem einfarbigen hellen Hintergrund neigt.

Rosi's fur was a cause for concern for her owner: it looked dull, tended to flake, and she lost a noticeable amount of hair, especially during the shedding season. Omega drops from BIOGENA PETS were introduced as a daily supplement.

What changed:

After about three weeks, there was a noticeable difference: less hair loss and no more dull fur.

Important to know:
The improvement occurred gradually—after about 3–6 weeks, a clear difference was noticeable.

Ary (5 years old, Maltese mix) – Salmon oil to soothe the skin from within

Kleiner schwarz-weißer, flauschiger Hund, der auf einem beigen gepolsterten Stuhl im Sonnenlicht sitzt und in die Kamera schaut.

Ary has struggled with allergic skin reactions and allergies repeatedly in recent years. Her owner was looking for a natural way to provide her with long-term support—in addition to veterinary care. She tried the Omega Drops from BIOGENA PETS.

Advantages:

Significantly less itching
Skin appears calmer and more resilient
Daily use is straightforward – Ary accepts the drops well

Important to know:
Salmon oil is not a substitute for medical treatment—but it is a useful supplement to general skin care from the inside out.

Our winner

Among the numerous salmon oil products on the market, Omega Drops from BIOGENA PETS stand out thanks to their well-thought-out composition, tested quality, and high suitability for everyday use.

The salmon oil used comes 100% from the innards of Atlantic salmon, extracted from fresh fish – without harmful chemicals or high temperatures. Its origin in Norway, a country with strict environmental and production standards, is another testament to the high quality of the product.

BIOGENA PETS supplements the salmon oil with 10% hemp oil, a combination that effectively rounds out the fatty acid profile: Salmon oil provides the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA, while hemp oil contributes important omega-6 fatty acids as well as alpha and gamma linolenic acid (ALA, GLA). This combination supports the dog's skin, coat, metabolism, and general well-being – especially during periods of increased stress, when changing coats, or if the dog has sensitive skin.

The drops are suitable for dogs of all ages, provided they are food-receptive. The drop form allows for precise dosing, tailored to the animal's weight – also ideal for small or nutritionally sensitive dogs. In addition, each batch is tested by an independent laboratory, which ensures additional safety and transparency.

Another plus point: the natural taste is well accepted by most dogs – a decisive factor, as omega-3 supplements usually have to be used over a longer period of time to be effective.