A Fish Oil Dosage Calculator for cats is a specialized tool designed to assist pet owners in determining the optimal amount of fish oil supplements for their feline.
This calculator considers crucial factors such as your cat’s body weight, the concentration of EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) and DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) in the fish oil product, and the recommended daily allowance of these essential omega-3 fatty acids.
For a 10-pound cat, using a fish oil product containing 180mg EPA and 120mg DHA per ml:
- Input cat’s weight: 10 pounds
- Enter fish oil concentration: 300mg/ml (180mg EPA + 120mg DHA)
- Calculator determines: 0.2ml daily dose
Fish Oil Dosage Calculator For Cats
| Cat Weight | Fish Oil Concentration | Daily Dose (ml) | Weekly Dose (ml) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 lbs (2.3kg) | 500mg/ml | 0.12 | 0.84 |
| 6 lbs (2.7kg) | 500mg/ml | 0.15 | 1.05 |
| 7 lbs (3.2kg) | 500mg/ml | 0.18 | 1.26 |
| 8 lbs (3.6kg) | 500mg/ml | 0.20 | 1.40 |
| 9 lbs (4.1kg) | 500mg/ml | 0.23 | 1.61 |
| 10 lbs (4.5kg) | 500mg/ml | 0.25 | 1.75 |
| 11 lbs (5.0kg) | 500mg/ml | 0.27 | 1.89 |
| 12 lbs (5.4kg) | 500mg/ml | 0.30 | 2.10 |
| 13 lbs (5.9kg) | 500mg/ml | 0.32 | 2.24 |
| 14 lbs (6.4kg) | 500mg/ml | 0.34 | 2.38 |
| 15 lbs (6.8kg) | 500mg/ml | 0.34 | 2.38 |
| 16 lbs (7.3kg) | 500mg/ml | 0.40 | 2.80 |
| 17 lbs (7.7kg) | 500mg/ml | 0.42 | 2.94 |
| 18 lbs (8.2kg) | 500mg/ml | 0.45 | 3.15 |
| 19 lbs (8.6kg) | 500mg/ml | 0.47 | 3.29 |
| 20 lbs (9.1kg) | 500mg/ml | 0.50 | 3.50 |
Fish Oil Dosage For Cats Calculation Formula
The formula for calculating fish oil dosage follows this structure:
Daily Dose (in ml) = (Cat's Weight in kg × Recommended EPA/DHA per kg) ÷ Product ConcentrationWhere:
- Recommended EPA/DHA is typically 20-30mg per kg of body weight
- Product concentration is the total EPA+DHA in mg per ml
For a 5kg cat using fish oil with 500mg/ml concentration:
Daily Dose = (5kg × 25mg/kg) ÷ 500mg/ml
Daily Dose = 125mg ÷ 500mg/ml
Daily Dose = 0.25mlHow to Calculate Fish Oil Dosage for Cats?
Follow these steps to calculate the appropriate fish oil dosage:
- Convert Weight: Convert your cat’s weight to kilograms (if in pounds, divide by 2.2)
- Check Product Concentration
- Find EPA and DHA content per serving on the product label
- Add these numbers to get total omega-3 concentration
- Apply Formula: Use the formula to ensuring units match
For a 12-pound cat using fish oil containing 1000mg/ml:
Convert weight: 12 lbs ÷ 2.2 = 5.45kg
Calculate target dose: 5.45kg × 25mg/kg = 136.25mg
Final calculation: 136.25mg ÷ 1000mg/ml = 0.14ml dailyHow Much Salmon Oil for Cats Per Day?
The typical recommendation for salmon oil ranges from 20-30mg of combined EPA/DHA per kg of body weight.
Salmon oil dosing follows similar principles to general fish oil but may vary slightly due to different concentrations.
Using pure salmon oil (800mg EPA/DHA per ml):
For an 8-pound cat (3.6kg):Daily dose = (3.6kg × 25mg/kg) ÷ 800mg/ml = 0.11mlHow Much Fish Oil for Cats?
The guidelines for fish oil supplementation are:
- Small cats (under 5 lbs): 125mg EPA+DHA daily
- Medium cats (5-10 lbs): 250mg EPA+DHA daily
- Large cats (over 10 lbs): 500mg EPA+DHA daily
For a 7-pound cat using standard fish oil (500mg/ml):
Target dose: 250mg
Daily dose = 250mg ÷ 500mg/ml = 0.5mlCan I Give My Cat Human Fish Oil Capsules?
Yes, human fish oil capsules can be used for cats, it’s essential to:
- Choose pharmaceutical-grade products
- Avoid products with added ingredients
- Calculate dosage carefully, as human capsules are much more concentrated
Using a 1000mg human fish oil capsule (300mg EPA/DHA):
For a 9-pound cat (4.1kg):
Required dose = 4.1kg × 25mg/kg = 102.5mg Capsule portion = 102.5mg ÷ 300mg = 1/3 capsuleReferences
- Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine – https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/cornell-feline-health-center
- American Veterinary Medical Association – https://www.avma.org/resources/pet-owners/petcare/
- PetMD – https://www.petmd.com/cat/nutrition/
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