Meet Pet Nutritionist Susan Davis Sunday 6/22 in Laguna Beach

 

Come meet Pet Nutritionist Susan Davis this Sunday 6/22 from 12 -4 at the Dog Ranch Pool Party & Open House in Laguna Beach, CA.   Susan will be available to answer your questions about how diet and supplements can keep your pets happy and healthy!  Dog Ranch is located at 20401 Sun Valley Drive Laguna Beach, CA. (949)494-0484

You are invited to come and celebrate
the opening of our NEW custom designed
double sided dog pool!

Please join us for an afternoon of food, drinks and fun
Tour the Dog House and newly remodeled sleeping areas
Meet other Dog Ranch dog owners.

It will be a Dog-Gone good time!!

For the safety of all our guests, dogs are not permitted to attend this event.  We apologize for any inconvenience.

Visit our new website:   www.thedogranch.com

Supplements Help Beautiful Cat With Lymphoma

Many thanks to E. Cooper for sharing her story about beautiful Princess.

"Princess is my best friend, the light and love of my life. She has always been a good sized cat, weighing between 11 and 12 lbs.  In June of 2013, I noticed that she seemed very light in my arms and that I could feel her ribs and spine.  She was diagnosed with hypercalcium and only weighed 8.46 lbs.  Her vet explained to me that the elevated calcium level is an indicator for feline lymphoma and discussed with me options for further bloodwork and chemotherapy.  At the time, I couldn't afford any kind of treatment for her.  I cried for an entire day.

The following day, I got myself together and looked at the reality: Princess wasn't sick.    We contacted Ask Ariel and ordered her the Power Probiotic, Samento and Lymph Terrain.  She started taking the supplements once daily, and man, does she hate it!  I have to add everything to water and syringe it down her throat each day while she fights me...but I have seen such an improvement.  Within a month, she was feeling more solid, her coat was shinier and her eyes were brighter.  She was playing more and just in general acting better. 

"After about three months of the supplements, I took her back to the vet and had her full blood panel repeated.  Her calcium had dropped back into the normal range!  Her A/G Ratio had lowered but was still borderline high, and her cholesterol was down.  Her monocytes were back into the normal range also.  But her platelet count ALT levels, creatinine levels,bilirubin were all low.  So we added Notatum and Immune Harmony into her "cocktail" and again, I've seen improvements.  She was back to the vet in mid-March, and all of her levels were looking good again, and best yet, she had started gaining weight again! 

My Princess is 12 years old and she is just as lovable as ever. Thank you so much Susan for all of your help and advice. I credit you whenever possible to keeping my baby healthy :)."

E. Cooper and Princess
Trenton MI. 2014

Hills Pet Recalls Bags of Science Diet Dry Dog Food

IMPORTANT PET FOOD RECALL

Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc. Voluntarily Recalls 62 Bags of “Science
Diet® Adult Small & Toy Breed™” Dry Dog Food in California,
Hawaii and Nevada Because of Potential Health Risk

Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc. of Topeka, KS is voluntarily recalling 62 bags of Science Diet® Adult Small & Toy Breed™ dry dog food as they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The suspect product, part of a single production run, was distributed to 17 veterinary clinic and pet store customers in California, Hawaii and Nevada between April 24 and May 13, 2014.

Hills Pet Nutrition
Science Diet Small And Toy Breed Dry Dog Food

Ingredients

Chicken Meal, Whole Grain Wheat, Brewers Rice, Whole Grain Sorghum, Soybean Meal, Cracked Pearled Barley, Pork Fat, Chicken Liver Flavor, Soybean Oil, Flaxseed, Lactic Acid, Pork Liver Flavor, Dried Carrots, Dried Spinach, Dried Grape Pomace, Dried Tomato Pomace, Dried Citrus Pulp, Iodized Salt, Oat Fiber, Choline Chloride, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Taurine, Potassium Chloride, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Phosphoric Acid, Beta-Carotene, Natural Flavors.

This diet contains grains, salt, soybean oil and other ingredients which can be problematic for   For optimal nutrition, AskAriel Your Pet Nutritionist recommends feeding your pet a grain-free, hypoallergenic diet.  Use canned or raw frozen diets for best results.  Pets with allergies or digestive problems can experience relief of symptoms using raw frozen hypoallergenic protein sources such as rabbit.  To learn more about the pros/cons of using a raw frozen diet for your cat or dog, please read this comprehensive pet nutrition article.

Top 10 Cat Breeds in 2014

Top 10 Cat Breeds in 2014

1. The Persian- Persians are affectionate and loyal but need their long fur groomed daily.
2. The Maine Coone-Large kitties with a long flowing coat:  gentle personality.
3.  The Exotic-bred to be similar to a Persian but with short hair
4.  The Siamese-They like to “chat” with their owners and are very active.
5.  The Abyssinian-They’re slim with a shiny coat; very playful and friendly.
6.  The Ragdoll-these kitties go limp when picked up, much like a doll...should be kept inside as they are very docile and won’t defend themselves.
7.  The Birman-friendly, outgoing, and love to be around humans.
8.  The Shorthair-the "happy medium" kitty--medium in size and temperament
9.  The Oriental- a quiet breed and act a lot like Siamese cats.
10.  The Sphynx- climbs anything, is and lively and athletic. They have no fur, and come in a multitude of colors.

Source: http://trend-junky.com/ 

Each breed may have genetic predispositions to certain conditions that will need to be addressed in their lifetime, but ALL cats can benefit from good nutrition and supportive supplements to aid in having a long, happy, and healthy life.  We have found adding Power Probiotic and using a fish oil like Amazing Omegas will help your cat fight off viruses and supports their overall health.

Protect Your Pet from Pancreatitis

At holiday time and all the time, it's fun to pamper our pets!  But, please be careful with table scraps.  Table scraps can be high in fat and may contain spices and unusual ingredients that can make your pet sick.  Instead, keep a variety of treat options handy (freeze dried food and treats work great!) so that you can pamper your pet with foods that will keep them healthy and happy.  Lypozyme is great to keep on hand as it improves digestion of fats and can help ward off pancreatitis. 

Pancreatitis is inflammation and swelling of the pancreas. It can occur in  mild or severe forms and can be triggered by eating table scraps or a fatty meal.  Pets can also get pancreatitis from eating spoiled food so be careful to keep trash tightly closed.  Symptoms of poor digestion related to fat absorption can include gas, bloating, swollen abdomen and elevated pancreatitic enzymes. Our veterinary-approved Pancreatitis Kit includes 3 formula (Lypozyme, Liver & Gallbladder , Power Probiotics) that contain powerful enzymes and nutrients to support cats and dogs with pancreatitis.  If you suspect your pet may have eaten inappropriate food and is now not eating or showing signs of lethargy, inappetance, vomiting or diarrhea, please contact your veterinarian immediately.  This can often happen when house guests are there so please keep a close eye on your pet when food is being served, especially on lower tables such as those near a couch.

May is Pet Allergy Awareness Month

Your pet can suffer from allergic symptoms , just like people, when their immune systems start recognizing everyday substances (dust, grass, shampoo, food items) as dangerous. Despite these allergens being common and harmless to most animals, a pet with allergies can have an extreme reaction to them. Allergens can be inhaled, ingested or come in contact with your pet's skin, so as their body tries to rid itself of these substances, a variety of reactions can occur. They can show up as skin, digestive and/or respiratory symptoms.

Common Symptoms of Allergies In Dogs And Cats include:

• Itchy, red, moist or scabbed skin
• Increased scratching
• Itchy, runny eyes
• Itchy back or base of tail (most commonly a flea allergy)
• Itchy ears and ear infections
• Sneezing
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Snoring due to an inflamed throat
• Paw chewing/swollen paws
• Constant licking

The first step would be to limit your pets exposure to known allergens as much as possible.  Of course it may be impossible to completely eliminate them (especially during certain times of the years). Holistic intervention can be very effective.  If you suspect your dog has a food allergy, a diet change to a hypoallergenic diet can be helpful. For skin and environmental allergies, it is important to support your pets immune system and calm the inflammation.  To learn more about how to help your pet with allergies, click here. 

When You Feel Like You Are Not A Good Pet Owner

Have you ever felt this way? Recently have received a few emails from great pet owners contacting us because they wonder that they are not "good enough" or the right fit for their pets. The owner can feel badly because their pet is not feeling well or having immune challenges and the pet owner becomes frustrated thinking it is somehow their fault or that somehow they are not doing enough for their pet. The person may be working full time, or not be able to spend as much time with the pet as they would like to. Well....just the fact that the person is feeling this way, is a sign that the pet owner IS a good owner, IS sensitive to their pet's needs and is kind enough to care. It the people who leave their dogs all day in the sun with no water, or "forget" to feed their pets because they are too busy, that should be feeling this way. Please remember, your pets do love you and you are a good pet owner. Sometimes pets are just reflecting sadness, because you may be sad. Sometimes, it is just a tough time, but the sun will shine through again!  Give your pet a hug and spend extra time at your next opportunity.