Omega 3 fatty acids are one of the most important categories of nutrients that is almost entirely missing from most pet foods today.  Omega 3's nourish the immune system and help fight inflammation from arthritis, allergies, or any other inflammatory disorder.  Omega 3 fatty acids are found in cold water, wild caught fish such menhaden. Flaxseed is the only substantial terrestrial source of these important fatty acids.  No other dry pet food contains as high a level of Omega 3 fatty acids as VéRUS Advanced Opticoat Canine Formula.