| Does Your Pet Have Itching, Allergies, Pancreatitis or Digestive Problems? |
Just
like peanut butter, cheese is a treat that many pet owners enjoy and
assume it is ok to give their pets. If your dog or cat is having any
scratching, itching, digestive problems such as loose stool, gas,
vomiting, eye tearing, ear infections or has pancreatitis, diabetes,
elevated liver enzymes, kidney disease, or is overweight (phew!--the
list goes on and on), then it's best to avoid it. Here is why:
1) Dairy is a big allergen for people and pets
Even
cheese that is organic or made from goat milk can be problematic for allergic
pets. Many treats and pet foods contain dairy and cheese so read the
labels carefully. If your pet displays any signs of itching, scratching,
ear infections or digestive problems, AVOID CHEESE.
If your pet has allergies, AllerEaze and Power Probiotic can provide fast relief of allergy symptoms.
2) Cheese is hard to digest and can cause vomiting and diarrhea in some pets
Many pets have
unexplained vomiting and diarrhea and pet owners may conclude it is just
"how the pet is". Vomiting and diarrhea can be symptoms of a
much deeper problem such as inflammatory bowel disease and these symptoms need to be monitored
closely. One of the biggest culprits for digestive problems are occasional treats containing
food allergens such as cheese or wheat.
If your pet has loose stool, vomiting, diarrhea, your pet may have food allergies or acid stomach. Gastro ULC and Power Probiotic can relieve acid stomach and digestive enzymes such as the Soothing Digestive Relief will firm up the stool.
3) Cheese is high in fat and can provoke a pancreatitis attack.
Sometimes
pets may be eating a low-fat diet for pancreatitis and yet the pet
owner is using cheese to "hide" pills as a treat. Instead of cheese,
try using canned pet food or a lower fat alternative.
If your pet has pancreatitis, it is essential to use Lypozyme and/or the Pancreatitis Kit to aid digestion and the metabolism of fats and protein.
4) Cheese is highly caloric and can cause pets to gain weight.
The
majority of cats and dogs are overweight. Keeping your pet at the
ideal weight will extend their life and the time you can spend with
them. Excess weight can lead to health conditions such as diabetes,
fatty liver, cancer and more. Instead of cheese, use low fat treats
such as fish-based treats, vegetables or a piece of lean meat.
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5) Cheese contains lactose (milk sugar) which feeds yeast overgrowth and bacterial infections
If your pet
has an
odor, is licking at the groin area or is getting yeast infections in
the ears, sugar is the worst food you can give them. Besides being a
potential allergen, the cheese and mold enable the yeast to grow faster
and
stronger. It is not unusual for a pet to be given a piece of cheese or
peanut butter and develop a yeast infection the very next day. Feed a
fresh raw frozen diet or low
carbohydrate canned food for best results if your pet has yeast. K9
Yeast Defense and Power Probiotic have been extremely helpful in controlling
yeast overgrowth.
