Thursday, August 12, 2010
Holistic Pet Food - What is it?
Holistic Pet Food, What Is Holistic Pet Food?
Did you know the life span of your best friend dog or best friend cat is 25 to 30 years. So why are our dogs and cats only living to 13 to 14 years? The answer is simple, the same problem many American people struggle with today, "unhealthy eating habits". "But what can I do about it ? Provide the best holistic, premium, all natural dog food or cat food on the market today.
Premium Holistic natural cat and dog food is formulated with safe and wholesome natural cat food and dog food ingredients. Including a blend of the best, dog and cat vitamins and minerals, high-quality human grade cat and dog proteins, dog and cat best whole grains, a antioxidant system, nutritious natural holistic vegetables and fruits, omega fatty acids for your dog or cat, calcium and phosphorus for cat and dog healthy teeth, strong bones and dietary fiber to help maintain a healthy digestive tract.
Premium natural holistic cat and dog food contains no artificial flavors or colors. In addition, there is no corn, corn gluten, wheat or wheat gluten for your dog or cat best friend to consume. Some cat food and dog food manufacturers use ingredients that you would never knowingly feed your dog or cat. Including but not limited to bones, dead animals, road kill, chicken feet and heads, feathers, animal heads, etc.
Premium holistic natural human grade food is nutritionally dense food, which means that you will not have to feed your dog or cat as much food as other brands. That can translate into savings you can count on, meal after meal, year after year for your dog and cat. Smaller meals and concentrated nutrition means less mess to clean up outside or inside. Holistic cat food or dog food does not just treat hunger in your dog or cat it also address different ailments that might come to be in the health and well being of your "dog best friend" or "cat best friend" such as skin ailments, fleas, ticks, joint problems and intestinal diseases.
The best premium natural health pet food will contain ingredients such as Chicken Meal, Eggs, Catfish Meal, Chicken Fat, Whole Grains, Ground Brown Rice, Oat Groats, Vitamins and Minerals, Antioxidant System, Beets, Broccoli, Carrots, Celery, Lettuce, Parsley, Watercress, Blueberries, Pomegranate, OMEGA-3 Fatty Acids, Flax Seed Meal, Brewer‘s Dried Yeast, Beet Pulp (sugar removed), Direct-Fed Microbials.
So in conclusion make sure you read the label of the pet food you are feeding. This could help extend the life of your best friend. It is up to you and me to improve the health and life of our pets. With new technology and research we can make this possible. Most holistic pet food products manufacturers take extra steps in the care, inspections, and quality of products so please choose to start taking a look at the use of these feeds. Most of the holistic health food products you actually feed less than the cheaper pet foods I have noticed up to a cup less on a large breed dog.
See more info HERE
Did you know the life span of your best friend dog or best friend cat is 25 to 30 years. So why are our dogs and cats only living to 13 to 14 years? The answer is simple, the same problem many American people struggle with today, "unhealthy eating habits". "But what can I do about it ? Provide the best holistic, premium, all natural dog food or cat food on the market today.
Premium Holistic natural cat and dog food is formulated with safe and wholesome natural cat food and dog food ingredients. Including a blend of the best, dog and cat vitamins and minerals, high-quality human grade cat and dog proteins, dog and cat best whole grains, a antioxidant system, nutritious natural holistic vegetables and fruits, omega fatty acids for your dog or cat, calcium and phosphorus for cat and dog healthy teeth, strong bones and dietary fiber to help maintain a healthy digestive tract.
Premium natural holistic cat and dog food contains no artificial flavors or colors. In addition, there is no corn, corn gluten, wheat or wheat gluten for your dog or cat best friend to consume. Some cat food and dog food manufacturers use ingredients that you would never knowingly feed your dog or cat. Including but not limited to bones, dead animals, road kill, chicken feet and heads, feathers, animal heads, etc.
Premium holistic natural human grade food is nutritionally dense food, which means that you will not have to feed your dog or cat as much food as other brands. That can translate into savings you can count on, meal after meal, year after year for your dog and cat. Smaller meals and concentrated nutrition means less mess to clean up outside or inside. Holistic cat food or dog food does not just treat hunger in your dog or cat it also address different ailments that might come to be in the health and well being of your "dog best friend" or "cat best friend" such as skin ailments, fleas, ticks, joint problems and intestinal diseases.
The best premium natural health pet food will contain ingredients such as Chicken Meal, Eggs, Catfish Meal, Chicken Fat, Whole Grains, Ground Brown Rice, Oat Groats, Vitamins and Minerals, Antioxidant System, Beets, Broccoli, Carrots, Celery, Lettuce, Parsley, Watercress, Blueberries, Pomegranate, OMEGA-3 Fatty Acids, Flax Seed Meal, Brewer‘s Dried Yeast, Beet Pulp (sugar removed), Direct-Fed Microbials.
So in conclusion make sure you read the label of the pet food you are feeding. This could help extend the life of your best friend. It is up to you and me to improve the health and life of our pets. With new technology and research we can make this possible. Most holistic pet food products manufacturers take extra steps in the care, inspections, and quality of products so please choose to start taking a look at the use of these feeds. Most of the holistic health food products you actually feed less than the cheaper pet foods I have noticed up to a cup less on a large breed dog.
See more info HERE
Monday, August 9, 2010
Dog & Cat Food Home Business
Would you like to join me in my pet food business? CLICK HERE and listen to our plan.
Starting a Life's Abundance business does not have to be difficult. If you can follow 3 simple steps, you will be successful. I am here to help.
Starting a Life's Abundance business does not have to be difficult. If you can follow 3 simple steps, you will be successful. I am here to help.
I started in this business because I love pets. Pet food is big business and here is a great way to make an income and it's repeated month after month. Dogs and cats love our products and there's more. Check out all the Life's Abundance pet food line. We have an amazing support group and better yet, an amazing product line of healthy, safe pet food and treats and supplements.
Business oppertunity at PipsChoice - my website.
Saturday, August 7, 2010
Shaving a Sheltie
Sheltie's do look very cute with short hair. See Murphy sporting his new haircut. He really enjoys the way he feels now says his mom Louis.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Merrick Pet Care Recalls Texas Hold'ems 10 oz. Bag
Merrick Pet Care Recalls Texas Hold'ems 10 oz. Bag (Item# 600616 Lot 10127 Best By May 6, 2010) Because of Possible Salmonella Health Risk
08.03.2010
Merrick Pet Care, Inc. of Amarillo, Texas is extending its July 2, 2010 recall of 10oz “Beef Filet Squares for Dogs (Texas Hold’Ems)” pet treat (ITEM # 60016 LOT # 10084TL7 BEST BY MARCH 24, 2012) to also include 83 cases of “Texas Hold’ems” (ITEM # 60016 LOT # 10127 BEST BY MAY 6, 2012) because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products. People handling the treats can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the chews or any surfaces exposed to these products. Consumers should dispose of these products in a safe manner by securing them in a covered trash receptacle.
Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers immediately.
Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian immediately.
The Beef Filet Squares (Texas Hold ‘Ems) were shipped to distributors and retailers throughout the US. These individuals have been notified and have activated their recall procedures.
The treats are sold in 10oz plastic bags marked with “Lot # 10127 Best By May 6, 2012” on the top of the bag and on a sticker applied to the bottom.
No illnesses have been reported to date for either lot of product. A sample tested positive for Salmonella.
Consumers who have purchased 10 ounce packages of “Texas Hold’ems” are urged to return the unused portion to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-664-7387 M-F 8:00 – 5:00 CDT.
Announcement on the Merrick website: Merrick Pet Care Recalls Texas Hold'ems 10 oz. Bag (Item# 600616 Lot 10127 Best By May 6, 2010) Because of Possible Salmonella Health Risk
Why take the risk in feeding your pet's treats. http://www.pipschoice.com/
Life's Abundance has NEVER been recalled!
08.03.2010
Merrick Pet Care, Inc. of Amarillo, Texas is extending its July 2, 2010 recall of 10oz “Beef Filet Squares for Dogs (Texas Hold’Ems)” pet treat (ITEM # 60016 LOT # 10084TL7 BEST BY MARCH 24, 2012) to also include 83 cases of “Texas Hold’ems” (ITEM # 60016 LOT # 10127 BEST BY MAY 6, 2012) because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products. People handling the treats can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the chews or any surfaces exposed to these products. Consumers should dispose of these products in a safe manner by securing them in a covered trash receptacle.
Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers immediately.
Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian immediately.
The Beef Filet Squares (Texas Hold ‘Ems) were shipped to distributors and retailers throughout the US. These individuals have been notified and have activated their recall procedures.
The treats are sold in 10oz plastic bags marked with “Lot # 10127 Best By May 6, 2012” on the top of the bag and on a sticker applied to the bottom.
No illnesses have been reported to date for either lot of product. A sample tested positive for Salmonella.
Consumers who have purchased 10 ounce packages of “Texas Hold’ems” are urged to return the unused portion to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-664-7387 M-F 8:00 – 5:00 CDT.
Announcement on the Merrick website: Merrick Pet Care Recalls Texas Hold'ems 10 oz. Bag (Item# 600616 Lot 10127 Best By May 6, 2010) Because of Possible Salmonella Health Risk
Why take the risk in feeding your pet's treats. http://www.pipschoice.com/
Life's Abundance has NEVER been recalled!
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Iams Vet Dry & Eukanuba Naturally Wild RECALLS Includes others
CINCINNATI, July 30, 2010 – The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) (NYSE:PG) is voluntarily expanding its recall to include veterinary and some specialized dry pet food as a precautionary measure because it has the potential to be contaminated with salmonella. No salmonella-related illnesses have been reported.
Iams Veterinary Dry Formulas
All dry sizes and varieties
Best By Dates: 01Jul10 – 01Dec11
All UPC Codes
Eukanuba Naturally Wild
All dry sizes and varieties
Best By Dates: 01Jul10 – 01Dec11
All UPC Codes
Eukanuba Pure
All dry sizes and varieties
Best By Dates: 01Jul10 – 01Dec11
All UPC Codes
Eukanuba Custom Care Sensitive Skin
All dry sizes
Best by Dates: 01Jul10 – 01Dec11
All UPC Codes
The affected products are sold in veterinary clinics and specialty pet retailers throughout the United States and Canada. No canned food, biscuits/treats or supplements are affected by this announcement. A full listing of UPC codes can be found at www.iams.com.
These products are made in a single, specialized facility. In cooperation with FDA, P&G determined that some products made at this facility have the potential for salmonella contamination. As a precautionary measure, P&G is recalling all products made at this facility.
Consumers who have purchased the specific dry pet foods listed should discard them. People handling dry pet food can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with surfaces exposed to this product. Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.
Pets with Salmonella infections may have decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. If left untreated, pets may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.
For further information or a product replacement or refund call P&G toll-free at 877-340-8823 (Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM EST).
Media Contact: Jason Taylor 513-622-3205
You'll also find this on the Iams board.
Why take this risk ever again????
Feed Life's Abundance - get it at: www.pipschoice.com
Never been a Recall!
Iams Veterinary Dry Formulas
All dry sizes and varieties
Best By Dates: 01Jul10 – 01Dec11
All UPC Codes
Eukanuba Naturally Wild
All dry sizes and varieties
Best By Dates: 01Jul10 – 01Dec11
All UPC Codes
Eukanuba Pure
All dry sizes and varieties
Best By Dates: 01Jul10 – 01Dec11
All UPC Codes
Eukanuba Custom Care Sensitive Skin
All dry sizes
Best by Dates: 01Jul10 – 01Dec11
All UPC Codes
The affected products are sold in veterinary clinics and specialty pet retailers throughout the United States and Canada. No canned food, biscuits/treats or supplements are affected by this announcement. A full listing of UPC codes can be found at www.iams.com.
These products are made in a single, specialized facility. In cooperation with FDA, P&G determined that some products made at this facility have the potential for salmonella contamination. As a precautionary measure, P&G is recalling all products made at this facility.
Consumers who have purchased the specific dry pet foods listed should discard them. People handling dry pet food can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with surfaces exposed to this product. Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.
Pets with Salmonella infections may have decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. If left untreated, pets may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.
For further information or a product replacement or refund call P&G toll-free at 877-340-8823 (Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM EST).
Media Contact: Jason Taylor 513-622-3205
You'll also find this on the Iams board.
Why take this risk ever again????
Feed Life's Abundance - get it at: www.pipschoice.com
Never been a Recall!
Sunday, August 1, 2010
Why Cats Purr
Most people believe cats purr when they are content or happy. While cats do purr when they are content, researchers attempting to uncover the answer to this 3,000-year-old mystery are finding the answer more complicated than previously thought. All domestic cats purr, as well as many wild cats, like pumas, ocelots, lions and cheetahs. Purring can occur in a variety of situations. When cats purr in the presence of other unknown cats or kittens, the behavior may serve to convey submissiveness or a friendly greeting. While it is true that cats purr contentedly while on their pet parent’s lap, they also purr when they give birth, when they are frightened, severely injured and even while dying. Because kitties clearly cannot be content in all these situations, contentment or friendliness cannot be the only reason they purr.
So why else would they purr?
Perhaps it is helpful to look at purring in the context of natural selection. Natural selection tells us that a particular behavior or trait will persist from generation to generation only if it is beneficial to an animal’s survival. For purring to exist in both domestic and wild cats, there must be something vital about the behavior. Purring is created by the vibration of the cat’s larynx and diaphragm, and therefore requires an expense of energy. If a kitty is sick, they would not use precious energy to purr unless there was a very good benefit.
Researchers have found certain types of purrs are meant to communicate with their people. In 2009, researchers discovered a high-pitched cry, similar to that of a human infant, embedded in the purrs of cats soliciting food. They were using the purr to signal their human caretakers that they needed something. Those sneaky kitties!
I’m sure you have heard the expression that “cats have nine lives”. Similarly, veterinarians have an old saying that if you put a cat who has broken bones in a room with other cats, the breaks will heal. In fact, cats are amazing self-healers: they have fewer post-operative complications than dogs, have a lower incidence of bone and joint disease than dogs, and 90% of cats survive high-rise falls – I’m talking falls from 5 story buildings! (Robinson, et. al 1976) What could possibly account for these facts?
One theory is that the purr has healing properties. Researchers have found that vibrations in the frequency range between 25 and 50 hertz promote bone strength, stimulate healing of fractures, provide pain relief, and help heal tendons and muscles. In 2001, National Geographic reported a study where chickens grew stronger bones after been placed on a vibrating plate for 20 minutes daily. Bioacoustic researchers have recently studied purring in 47 cats, both wild and domestic. They studied the frequency, pitch, loudness and duration of purring in relation to the cat’s behavior, and guess what they found? The domestic house cat purrs in the range of 25 and 50 Hz: the exact range associated with healing properties such as increased bone density.
Maybe this has something to do with a cat’s uncanny ability to “heal by association”. Perhaps purring is part of the reason why, when we fall ill, having a cat sit on our laps can actually make us feel better. Whether it is simply the comfort of having a friend nearby, or whether it’s the vibrational frequencies of your kitty’s rumble, the joy of a cat purring on your lap is priceless.
Whatever the reason, I encourage you to take care of your cat. Keep him happy and purring and you’ll likely both lead healthier and happier lives.
To ensure that your cat is fed the purrfect food - get it here at: www.pipschoice.com click on Cat
So why else would they purr?
Perhaps it is helpful to look at purring in the context of natural selection. Natural selection tells us that a particular behavior or trait will persist from generation to generation only if it is beneficial to an animal’s survival. For purring to exist in both domestic and wild cats, there must be something vital about the behavior. Purring is created by the vibration of the cat’s larynx and diaphragm, and therefore requires an expense of energy. If a kitty is sick, they would not use precious energy to purr unless there was a very good benefit.
Researchers have found certain types of purrs are meant to communicate with their people. In 2009, researchers discovered a high-pitched cry, similar to that of a human infant, embedded in the purrs of cats soliciting food. They were using the purr to signal their human caretakers that they needed something. Those sneaky kitties!
I’m sure you have heard the expression that “cats have nine lives”. Similarly, veterinarians have an old saying that if you put a cat who has broken bones in a room with other cats, the breaks will heal. In fact, cats are amazing self-healers: they have fewer post-operative complications than dogs, have a lower incidence of bone and joint disease than dogs, and 90% of cats survive high-rise falls – I’m talking falls from 5 story buildings! (Robinson, et. al 1976) What could possibly account for these facts?
One theory is that the purr has healing properties. Researchers have found that vibrations in the frequency range between 25 and 50 hertz promote bone strength, stimulate healing of fractures, provide pain relief, and help heal tendons and muscles. In 2001, National Geographic reported a study where chickens grew stronger bones after been placed on a vibrating plate for 20 minutes daily. Bioacoustic researchers have recently studied purring in 47 cats, both wild and domestic. They studied the frequency, pitch, loudness and duration of purring in relation to the cat’s behavior, and guess what they found? The domestic house cat purrs in the range of 25 and 50 Hz: the exact range associated with healing properties such as increased bone density.
Maybe this has something to do with a cat’s uncanny ability to “heal by association”. Perhaps purring is part of the reason why, when we fall ill, having a cat sit on our laps can actually make us feel better. Whether it is simply the comfort of having a friend nearby, or whether it’s the vibrational frequencies of your kitty’s rumble, the joy of a cat purring on your lap is priceless.
Whatever the reason, I encourage you to take care of your cat. Keep him happy and purring and you’ll likely both lead healthier and happier lives.
To ensure that your cat is fed the purrfect food - get it here at: www.pipschoice.com click on Cat
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