Overview
No. Dogs should not ingest MTG oil. It contains ingredients that may be toxic to dogs when consumed. However, MTG oil can be applied to the skin to help treat skin problems in dogs like itching, mange, dry skin, and hot spots.
Can dogs have MTG oil?
Benefits
- MTG oil (Mane-Tail-Groom) is a blend of natural oils used on horses to treat various bacterial and fungal skin problems. MTG oil is formulated to heal, moisturize, and condition the affected area, which promotes skin regeneration and hair regrowth.
- Although MTG oil is made for horses, it also works on dogs. When used topically on the skin and coat, it can help treat dry skin, itching, mange, hot spots, and other skin problems.
Risks
- MTG oil may contain cade oil, mineral oil, sulfur, glycerin. These ingredients are not for ingestion. When consumed, MTG oil may cause digestive issues in dogs.
- Some formulations may also contain paraffinic distillates and petroleum distillates, which can be toxic to dogs.
Servings
- Do a patch test before you use MTG oil to treat a larger area on your dog.
- Apply a thin layer of MTG oil on the affected skin. MTG oil is used only as needed. It's not meant to be used daily.
- If you're considering using MTG oil to treat your dog's skin condition, be sure to speak with your veterinarian first. They can advise you on the best way to use it and ensure that it won't interact with any other medications your dog is taking.
