Veterinary Continuing Education: Krill Oil in Canine and Feline Medicine

Educational modules on high-astaxanthin and concentrated phospholipid krill oil for dogs and cats.

These materials cover phospholipid-bound omega-3 delivery, astaxanthin co-localization and mechanisms, evidence-based EPA + DHA dosing, Omega-3 Index monitoring (dogs), and practical product selection for joint support and senior cognitive support.

Modules

Module One

Krill Oil in Canine and Feline Medicine

Phospholipid delivery, astaxanthin, joint support, and erythrocyte monitoring

Topics include:

• Limited conversion of ALA to EPA/DHA in dogs and cats
• Triglyceride versus phospholipid omega-3 delivery
• Astaxanthin structure, co-localization, and proposed mechanisms
• Omega-3 Index (OmegaQuant; dogs only) for baseline and serial monitoring
• Evidence-based EPA + DHA dosing and the NRC safe upper limit (dogs)

Module Two

Concentrated Phospholipid Krill Oil and Cognition

Lyso-PC–DHA transport, phosphatidylcholine, choline, and astaxanthin neuroprotection

Topics include:

• Lyso-PC–DHA transport across the blood–brain barrier via Mfsd2a
• Dual role of phosphatidylcholine (membrane lipid and acetylcholine precursor)
• Astaxanthin neuroprotection (BBB transit, microglia, mitochondria)
• Cognition-range EPA/DHA dosing and monitoring with the Omega-3 Index (dogs only)

Intended Audience

Veterinarians and veterinary professionals seeking evidence-informed continuing education on marine omega-3s and krill oil in companion animals.

Files

• module1_joint_support_titles_intact.pdf – Module One slides
• Module1_Notes_and_Quiz.pdf – Module One speaker notes summary and self-assessment quiz
• module2_original_with_links.pdf – Module Two slides
• Module2_Notes_and_Quiz.pdf – Module Two speaker notes summary and self-assessment quiz

Disclaimer

These materials are provided for educational and informational purposes only. They do not constitute veterinary medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment for any specific animal. The content is not a substitute for professional veterinary judgment. Product selection, dosing, monitoring, and all clinical decisions must be made by a licensed veterinarian based on individual patient assessment. The authors and Earthborne Curatives assume no liability for any outcomes resulting from the use of this information.

Usage

Always consider diet contribution, product verification (COAs, oxidation testing), and patient-specific factors when recommending supplements.

License

Educational use is permitted with attribution. For other uses, please contact the authors.

Attribution

If you reference these materials, please cite:
Earthborne Curatives. Krill Oil in Canine and Feline Medicine (Veterinary CE Modules). 2026.
https://github.com/MCattell01/krill-oil-veterinary-ce

Related Resources

• Product information and third-party testing: [krilpet.com]
• Earthborne Curatives

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Last updated: November 2026