your pet is the best indicator of their health
Their bodies can actually tell you when something is not right.
Body Composition
- Animals that have too little or too much body mass.
- Lack of muscle tone.
- Difficulty with or lack of interest for exercise.
Mouth & Teeth
- Discolored teeth with excess plaque
- Broken or loose teeth
- Pale, bleeding or swollen gums.
- Difficulty chewing or swallowing.
Temperament
- Fearful or excessively shy
- Anxiety
- Excessive panting, drooling or foaming at the mouth
- Destructive behavior
The Back End
- Scooting or straining to promote pooping
- Anal itching or discharge
- Diarrhea
- Inconsistent sizes and shapes
How Vitamins & Supplements
May Help
Vitamins and supplements support pet longevity by boosting immune function, improving overall health, and preventing nutrient deficiencies. See some examples below:
Omega-3
Fatty Acids
- Anti-inflammatory Properties: Helps reduce inflammation, which can alleviate symptoms of arthritis and other inflammatory conditions.
- Heart Health: Supports cardiovascular health by improving blood flow and reducing the risk of heart disease.
Glucosamine & Chondroitin
- Joint Health: Aids in the repair and maintenance of cartilage, reducing pain and improving mobility in pets with arthritis.
- Prevents Degeneration: Helps slow down the progression of joint degeneration, promoting long-term joint health.
Prebiotics & Probiotics
- Digestive Health: Promotes a healthy balance of gut bacteria, improving digestion and nutrient absorption.
- Immune Support: Enhances the immune system by maintaining a healthy gut microbiome, reducing the risk of infections
CBD
- Chronic Pain Management: It can alleviate chronic pain from various conditions, leading to better overall comfort and longevity.
- Calming Effects: CBD can help reduce anxiety and stress in pets, promoting a sense of calm and well-being, which is particularly beneficial for pets with anxiety disorders or those prone to stress.
Digestive Enzymes
- Enhanced Digestion: Digestive enzymes break down food into smaller, absorbable components, ensuring pets get the maximum nutrients from their diet, which supports overall health and vitality.
- Supports Gut Health: A well-functioning digestive system supports a healthy gut microbiome, which is crucial for a strong immune system and overall well-being, contributing to a longer, healthier life.
Taurine
- Cardiac Function: Taurine is essential for maintaining normal heart function. It helps regulate calcium levels in the heart muscle, which is critical for proper heartbeats and preventing heart disease.
- Retinal Function: Taurine is vital for maintaining the structure and function of the retina, the part of the eye responsible for vision.
Supplementing by Life Stage
Dogs benefit from healthy supplements by improving joint health and mobility through ingredients like glucosamine and omega-3 fatty acids, which help reduce inflammation and support cartilage repair. Supplements such as probiotics and digestive enzymes enhance digestive health and nutrient absorption, preventing gastrointestinal issues and promoting overall vitality. Additionally, antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids support heart health and cognitive function, contributing to a longer, healthier life.
Puppies (up to 1 year)
Puppies are in a rapid growth phase requiring higher levels of protein, calcium, and certain vitamins to support bone development, muscle growth, and overall health.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Supports brain development, and a healthy skin and coat.
Probiotics
Enhances digestion and boosts the immune system.
Colostrum
Supports the immune system and supports gut health.
Adult Dogs (1-7 years)
For adults, preventive health measures become important to avoid the onset of chronic conditions. Supplements like omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants can help maintain joint, skin, and heart health.
Glucosamine & Chondroitin
Maintains joint health and reduces the risk of arthritis.
Probiotics
Promotes digestive health while enhancing nutrient absorption.
Digestive Enzymes
Improves digestion for overall healthy gut.
Seniors (7+)
Aging can lead to cognitive decline and a weakened immune system. Supplements like omega-3 fatty acids, CBD, and antioxidants are beneficial for supporting brain health and enhancing immune function in senior dogs.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Supports cognitive function and helps to reduce inflammation.
CBD
Manages pain and inflammation and helps manage stress and anxiety.
Anti-Oxidants (Vitamin A&C)
Supports health health and enhances energy levels.
Cats benefit from healthy supplements as they support overall well-being by enhancing nutrient absorption and boosting the immune system, leading to improved digestion and reduced risk of infections. Supplements like taurine and omega-3 fatty acids promote heart health, cognitive function, and a shiny coat, which are essential for both growth and aging. Additionally, supplements such as glucosamine and chondroitin help maintain joint health, reducing pain and increasing mobility in senior cats.
Kitten (up to 1 year)
Kittens are in a rapid growth phase, requiring higher levels of protein, calcium, and essential vitamins to support bone development, muscle growth, and overall health. Nutrient-rich food and supplements are critical to their development.
DHA
Supports cognitive development, and promotes retinal health.
Calcium
Strengthens bones and teeth as well as muscle function.
Colostrum
Supports the immune system and supports gut health.
Adults Cats (1 -7 years)
Adult cats require a balanced diet that maintains their health without the high nutrient demands of growth. Their nutritional needs focus on sustaining muscle mass, healthy skin and coat, and overall vitality.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Supports cardiovascular health and reduces inflammation.
Probiotics
Enhances digestion and boosts the immune system.
Taurine
Supports heart health and helps to maintain visions and retinal health.
Senior Cats (7+ years)
Senior cats have lower energy levels and may need fewer calories, but require nutrient-dense food to maintain their health and prevent weight loss or gain.
Glucosamine & Chondroitin
Reduces joint pain and support mobility.
CBD
Manages pain and inflammation while helping reduce anxiety and stress.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Supports cognitive function and reduces inflammation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Just like for us, a good vitamin or supplement can help to boost your pet’s immunity against disease, can work to treats specific injuries or ailments, and can be used as a preventative tool to help keep illness or disease at bay.
If you do nothing else, adding a digestive enzyme to your pet’s meal time routine will boost your pet’s metabolism and improve digestion.
This means that they will be better able to unlock all the benefits of their food by improving their ability to absorb the nutrients they truly need while effectively ridding their bodies of the stuff they don’t. Ensuring that the food you feed, does all the good work it is intended to do.
- Dental Supplements will help to prevent tartar and gum disease that can ultimately lead to many other long term health issues – like heart disease.
- Pre and Pro Biotics work to boost overall immunity (so your pets can fight illness and disease) while promoting a healthy gut.
- Taurine is great for supporting heart health and overall immunity.
- Joint supplements can be used as a preventative or a supportive tool for strong bones, joints and cartilage.
- Balanced Omega 3 & 6 are a whole body supplement that can help with brain, skin and coat, inflammation and immunity health.
- Omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oils helps to reduce inflammation and may reduce reactions to pollen and other common triggers.
- Coconut oil can help to improve skin itchiness and dryness.
- Digestive enzymes and probiotics can really help itchy skin by helping to support the digestive system to absorb nutrients and to eliminate toxins in the body.
- Yucca and MSM are known for their anti-inflammatory and itch relieving properties.
- Supplements especially created to support seasonal allergies.
Dogs may eat their own poop because they are not digesting food properly and there is undigested food in the poop. Add a probiotic/digestive enzyme to a diet high in quality animal protein and low carbohydrates to digest as much of the food as possible.
Bad breath can be caused from gas, bloating, poor digestion, and plaque buildup. Feed a diet high in animal protein and low in carbohydrates. Probiotics contain live active cultures that can help odor. Digestive enzymes in probiotics will balance the digestive system. Brush teeth or offer chews or bones regularly to remove plaque and tartar.
- Brush daily to remove excess hair especially in long haired cats.
- Offer fiber like pumpkin to meals to help hair move through the digestive system.
- Adding a fish or hemp seed oil a few times a week to help lubricate the digestive system to help hairballs to move along without causing digestive disturbance.
- Offer canned wet food daily as it is easy to digest and helps hair to pass through the body quickly as well as offering many other health benefits.
- Offer a food specifically designed as hairball control formulas as they use fish oils and increased fiber to help support and unblock the digestive system.
Offering an herbal calmer helps to soothe anxiety and is safe and gentle to use and does not alter personality.
- Milk Thistle provides antioxidants to help prevent free radical damage associated with cancer.
- Marine Phytoplankton strengthens the immune system, has anti-inflammatory properties, and antioxidant to help remove cancerous free radicals.
- Chaga Mushrooms may prevent and aid in fighting cancer, support the immune system, and has anti-cancer properties.
- Turkey tail Mushrooms help to prevent cancer, help to fight cancer, and supports the immune system.
- Omega-3 fatty acids like hemp seed oil, marine phytoplankton, cod liver oil, flaxseed oil, fish oils (Salmon, trout, mackerel, tuna, and herring) support the immune system, reduce inflammation, support heart health, and increase the pet’s ability to fight cancer.
- Probiotics to increase food absorption to help support weight in cancer patients, boosts the immune system, and prevents leaky gut by ensuring proper digestion and nutrient absorption for cancer patients.
- Turmeric contains curcumin which has anti-inflammatory effects, helps to kill cancer cells, boosts the immune system, can inhibit tumor growth, and is an antioxidant that helps in fighting free radicals that can cause cell damage.
- Probiotics will supply beneficial bacteria to keep the bad bacteria away.
- Supplements containing different forms of cranberries, D-Mannose, Glucosamine, and specific herbs help support a healthy urinary bladder.
- Adding bone broth, wet food, wet toppers to meals to help flush the bladder.
- Raw diet creates an acid environment in the bladder. It is high in animal protein and low carbohydrate and adds moisture.
- A diet high in meat content and low carbohydrate encourages an acid urine which makes it hard for bacteria to survive and reduces the risk of crystal or stone formation.