Omega-3 dosage chart for dogs by weight PDFQuick answer
If you want the fast version instead of a calculator, this printable chart gives weight-based omega-3 targets for dogs and links back to the full calculator for exact product math.
Download the printable omega-3 dosage chart PDF
Printable PDF
Keep a quick reference copy for label checks, client handouts, or your own fridge.
Preview of the dosage chart
| Dog weight | Maintenance target | Therapeutic target |
|---|---|---|
| 10 lb (4.5 kg) | ~135 mg EPA+DHA/day | ~450 mg/day |
| 20 lb (9 kg) | ~270 mg/day | ~900 mg/day |
| 40 lb (18.1 kg) | ~540 mg/day | ~1,810 mg/day |
| 60 lb (27.2 kg) | ~820 mg/day | ~2,720 mg/day |
| 80 lb (36.3 kg) | ~1,090 mg/day | ~3,630 mg/day |
| 100 lb (45.4 kg) | ~1,360 mg/day | ~4,540 mg/day |
How to use the chart safely
- Use the chart as a starting estimate, not a final prescription.
- Check the product’s actual EPA+DHA concentration.
- Start lower for small dogs, puppies, seniors, and sensitive stomach dogs.
- Split doses with meals if tolerance is an issue.
When to start lower than the chart
- First-time fish oil use
- History of loose stool or GI sensitivity
- Pancreatitis risk or other medical complexity
- Very small dogs where little errors matter more
Waiting faithfully for your next visit — Club Hachiko
Waiting faithfully for your next visit — Club Hachiko