My two-year-old Yorkshire Terrier, Louie, eats a mixed diet that includes fresh food, so I regularly keep an eye on his nutritional balance. Omega-3 has been a constant part of his routine, and recently I had the chance to try a home health check kit called PeePee Kit. This post shares my experience using it to monitor Louie’s condition while continuing omega-3 supplementation.
1. The Role of Omega-3 for Dogs
Omega-3 fatty acids support skin and coat condition and are often associated with joint and heart health. Many dog owners consider omega-3 a basic supplement, even when no other supplements are given.
However, omega-3 is still a fat source. More is not always better. Each dog processes fats differently, so long-term supplementation should be paired with periodic monitoring. The balance between omega-6 and omega-3 also matters, especially for dogs already eating fresh or high-fat meals.
2. Omega-3 Supplement Louie Uses
Louie has weekly spa baths, which can sometimes dry out his coat, so I regularly give him an omega-3 supplement. Depending on his weekly diet, I occasionally reduce the frequency to every two or three days instead of daily.
He takes a mini-sized omega-3 capsule containing 120 mg of EPA and DHA, rather than the standard version with higher content. The smaller size makes dosage control easier for a small dog like Louie.
3. Possible Omega-3 Side Effects in Dogs
Omega-3 is generally considered safe, but some dogs may show changes over time.
Digestive discomfort such as loose stool or vomiting
Changes in fat metabolism affecting liver values
Weight fluctuations related to fat intake
Kidney-related indicators such as BUN or creatinine changes
Louie’s BUN level has been slightly higher than average in past tests, which is why I pay closer attention to monitoring while continuing omega-3.
4. What the PeePee Kit Measures
The PeePee Kit checks hydration and metabolic balance through a urine sample. One advantage is that it can be done at home without stressing the dog.
The kit includes comparison charts and two test strips.
Measured items include:
Protein
Glucose
Nitrite
Bilirubin
Specific gravity
Ketone
Leukocytes
Blood
Urobilinogen
pH
Ascorbic acid
5. How I Used the Kit
Collecting Louie’s urine was simple because he uses a dog toilet tray. The sample only needs to lightly wet the strip. After waiting for the indicated time, the results can be compared using the included chart.
6. Checking Omega-3 Effects with the Results
Louie’s results showed no concerning changes. Comparing results taken with and without omega-3 made small differences easier to notice.
When monitoring omega-3 use, these indicators are especially helpful:
Protein for kidney load reference
Bilirubin for liver-related changes
Specific gravity for hydration status
Ketone for metabolic balance
pH for urinary and kidney environment
These results are not diagnostic. If abnormalities appear, a veterinary blood test is still necessary.
Reflections
Using a home urine test kit helped me feel more comfortable spacing out blood tests.
For dogs on fresh food or long-term supplements like omega-3, small check-ins like this can provide reassurance without added stress.
Even when a dog looks healthy, subtle changes can go unnoticed. A simple monitoring tool can help owners stay aware and respond earlier if something shifts.