Dogs, like people, can suffer from allergies. Jennifer Wilner, founder and President of K9 Confections, recognized this in her own dog, Dutchess, and took control. She started a company that specializes in premium, all-natural and organic dog and cat treats that contain no added salt or sugar, artificial flavorings, fillers or preservatives. All of the products are free of wheat, corn and soy, and made with the highest-quality human-grade ingredients, using USDA Certified organic grains.
In addition to being healthy, these treats are also gorgeous! The Spring collection includes bunnies, chicks and eggs that are all hand-made. You'll also find Easter Salmon Sweet Potato Dog Treats and Pumpkin Biscotti.
Get these beautiful (and healthy!) treats here. K9 Confections can also be found in retailers across the country. Click here to find a retailer near you.
A Holistic, Natural Dog Supplement (and it's tasty too!)
An impressive intelligence, a striking physique, and an utter fondness and devotion toward his or her person make the Pit Bull Terrier a perfect companion. But there are also a few minor ailments characteristic to this breed: My dog Ruby, a Pit mix, has some dry skin issues and a very weak stomach.
Last winter I noticed that Ruby’s ID collar was rubbing against her skin and causing the hair around her neck to fall out. I went to my local pet store looking for a “skin and coat” formula of some sort and found exactly what I needed: Nupro All Natural Dog Supplement.
Nupro is a holistic powder that, when added to your dog’s food with a bit of water, creates a tasty gravy. One of the ingredients is desiccated (dried) liver, a flavor that is very palatable to dogs, so even the most picky eaters are sure to enjoy it. The liver also works to supply your dog with Iron and Vitamin B.
Other ingredients include Norwegian Kelp, which is a great natural source of minerals and vitamins that work to benefit your dog's overall health, specifically aiding in bone strength and growth, a strong heart rate, and a sound nervous system. Norwegian Kelp will also sustain muscular strength, and is great for your dog’s coat.
Micro-pulverized Bee Pollen, considered a natural “superfood,” supports a healthy immune system, and also helps to control any allergies your dog may have.
Imported Yeast Culture is another awesome ingredient included in a dose of Nupro. Not only does it support a healthy coat, but also may control excessive shedding, hot spots, and dry skin. This ingredient makes Nupro especially superior to other brands, as most use cheaper yeasts made from grains in which many animals are highly allergic. Yeast Culture is grown on sugar beets, without the use of grains, eliminating the possibility of an allergic reaction.
Nupro also provides your pet with essential Omega 3 fatty acids, a healthy does of fiber, and works to ward off possible types of infection. Lactobacillus Acidophilus aides in digestion and produces healthy intestinal bacteria.
All of the all natural ingredients in Nupro are raw and human grade, and Nupro contains no Sugar, Filler, Preservatives, or By-Products. By adding this supplement to Ruby’s food every morning and evening, I not only made her meals more enjoyable, but I also helped control her dry skin and made her a more overall healthy canine in the process. For more information or a sample of the product call 1-800-360-3300.
The minute the blossoms appear on the trees in Springtime, my dog starts to itch. Welcome to the uncomfortable world of seasonal allergies! This year allergies kicked in very early, and before we knew it, Axel was biting his back and legs until they bled. Of course we took him to the vet, he had his allergy shots and anti-biotics, and then out came the dreaded Elizabethan collar! "We need to stop Axel from biting himself until the drugs kick in," announced the Vet, "He needs to wear the collar 24/7 for a few days."
The dreaded Elizabethan collar! God help us!
As if Axel was not miserable enough with his itchies, he now faced the indignity of hitting walls as he walked around our narrow rowhome, hitting his snout against the hard plastic collar going up and down our stairs, and forget about eating with it on!
Never content to see my little guy unhappy, I went online in a desperate search for a better product, and I found it! Introducing the BiteNot Collar, a comfortable, machine-washable, collar made of flexible plastic and foam that comes with a harness strap to ensure that it stays put. BiteNot collars are so comfy they make the Elizabethan collars look like an ancient instrument of doggy torture by comparison! Described as the "Collar that Cares", the BiteNot collar allows your dog or cat to eat, drink, play, run up stairs and sleep confortably - plus, they allow for complete peripheral vision! At the same time, they protect wounds and sutures on most areas of your pet's body. They come in seven size alternatives for dogs, and two sizes for cats; and range in price from $20-$45. Visit their Web site to find a supplier in your area as they are not sold at regular petstores.
After our BiteNot collar came in the mail, Axel and I made a happy trip together to the outside trashcan and bid the dreaded Elizabethan collar farewell forever.
Dogs, like people, can suffer from allergies. Jennifer Wilner, founder and President of K9 Confections, recognized this in her own dog, Dutchess, and took control. She started a company that specializes in premium, all-natural and organic dog and cat treats that contain no added salt or sugar, artificial flavorings, fillers or preservatives. All of the products are free of wheat, corn and soy, and made with the highest-quality human-grade ingredients, using USDA Certified organic grains.
