Is Astaxanthin Safe For Dogs?

Oct 08, 2021 Leave a message

Astaxanthin is an antioxidant and a kind of carotenoid. With the demand of people who are love pets, many pet shops have sold astaxanthin supplemented foods for dogs, It can combine with protein in dogs’ bodies and be good for their health.

astaxanthin for dog eye problems

Keratoconjunctivitis sicca is also called Xerophthalmia, which is a common disease in dogs as "dry eye". This situation refers to inflammation of the cornea and surrounding tissues due to dryness. Treating dry eyes with astaxanthin has an anti-inflammatory effect. The reason for dry eye is that the watery part of the tear film is insufficient production. This film protects the dog's eyes through the lacrimal gland. Diseases such as hypothyroidism and autoimmune diseases can lead to dry eye. The glands can be restored through proper overall management. Astaxanthin can cross the barrier to reach the retina. Astaxanthin also recommended for retinal detachment. And it's not hard to imagine that it's very effective with marigold extract Lutein in preventing cataracts.


Astaxanthin has a resistance effect on tumors in elderly dogs. It is good for the skin health of dogs and promotes the renewal of skin cells in dogs. And it also helps dog hair shiny. Astaxanthin can relieve dog fatigue, promote cell metabolism and make dogs vigorous.


Astaxanthin is very good for the health of dogs. The main source of natural astaxanthin is Haematococcus Pluvialis. It is safe to give dogs 1 to 1.5mg of astaxanthin per 20 pounds per day. The pet owner needs to give the dog a reasonable supplement. We are a manufacturer based in China and have US warehouses with enough stock of Astaxanthin powder 2%, 3%, and 5%, oil 5% and 10%. pls feel free to contact us if you are looking for this product.