Wednesday, January 6, 2016
"Carson, my beloved 14 year old Jindo Chow, was showing signs of extreme dementia. He was pacing all night, barking at nothing and exhibiting other odd and upsetting behavior. His quality-of-life was terrible and my husband and I were at our wits end… no sleep and just so worried. We tried Anipryl and while it helped his dementia for a while, the side effects almost killed him. We did not know where to turn until a friend recommended Ask Ariel’s Dog Brain Booster. OMG, what a difference it has made… it is a miracle herb. Carson has no more dementia traits; he sleeps thru the night, doesn't bark at nothing, and all his other dementia behaviors have disappeared. I wouldn't believe it if I wasn't living it, but it is like I said a miracle supplement. I could not be happier and my husband and I also have our lives back. No words can express our gratitude.
Thank you Ask Ariel!!"
Michele and Carson California, 2016
Tuesday, December 29, 2015
Bailey |
Our goal is to provide the highest quality products to help
pets have the best quality of life possible. We recently received this email
and it fills us with pride to know we are making a difference.
"Bailey is an amazing girl and
extremely humanistic with a very happy and lively soul. She is so full of
spunk for the ripe age of 12. She has
been taking supplements from Ask Ariel for several years and I know they have
helped with the aging process. Even Bailey won’t let you forget to give her the
supplements and has quite the daily routine. She will follow you around and
herd you into the kitchen until she gets them (however, it probably is because
we give them to her in a bite of yam). The Power Probiotic for Pets, Liver&Gallbladder Supplement for Pets and Canine Cushing's Support are a few products (of the many Ask Ariel
products) that have been especially helpful in keeping Bailey healthy.
Thank You all for the love,
kindness and support you give to each and every one of us."
Laurie & Bailey Calif. 2015
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
Today we would like to honor all the men,women and DoGS who have served in our military to help keep us safe. Here is the History as documented by the American Humane Association
2015 American Humane Association Military Dog Finalist
Rambo (Converse, TX) – Sgt. Rambo was an active Marine Corps military dog working in an explosive detection unit based out of Cherry Point, N.C. Rambo conducted 622 missions on base and in his local community. Rambo was medically retired due to a left shoulder injury and in November 2012 had to have that limb amputated. Rambo has gone on to be Alamo Honor Flight’s mascot, accompanying countless World War II veterans to Washington, D.C.and also serves as the mascot for Gizmo's Gift, a non-profit organization which supports retired services dogs.
Military working dogs first entered the service in 1942 to serve in the Army’s K-9 Corps. Today, these dogs, who have an actual military service record book assigned to them, are still playing an active role in searching for explosives and seizing enemies. Military working dogs have been used by the U.S. armed forces since World War I. In World War II, 436 scout dogs walked combat patrols overseas, often detecting the enemy at a 1,000 yards, long before the enemy became aware of them. Dogs continued to serve with distinction in other conflicts, such as Korea, where the Army used about 1,500 dogs, primarily for guard duty. During the Vietnam War, nearly 4,000 dogs were employed and, officially, 281 were killed in action. Today’s conflicts include dogs at every level, still serving our country, helping to protect our troops. American Humane Association
Tuesday, October 27, 2015
Subvalvular
Aortic Stenosis (SAS) is a type of heart disease that can cause sudden death to
your pet. It is one of the most common
types of inherited heart diseases found in Golden Retrievers, Newfoundlands,
and Rottweilers. The disease restricts the blood flow from the heart to the
aorta, due to a ridge or abnormal tissue growth. It can be classified as mild,
moderate, or severe. Fortunately, genetic testing is now available and
hopefully new methods of treatment can be implemented.
Symptoms and Life Span
- Mild- typically no observable clinical signs of disease.
- Moderate to Severe- difficulty breathing, weakness, fainting, and in extreme cases, sudden death.
Treatment:
In mild cases, your pet may not require
treatment, however, in moderate to severe cases of SAS you should work with
your veterinarian to determine the best course of action. A combination of life style adaptions
(limiting the workload on the heart by avoiding intense physical exertion), traditional
treatment (beta blockers) and holistic support can improve the quality of life
for your pet. We recommend a heart
healthy diet and including Amazing Omegas for Pets, and Purrfect Pet CoQ10 into
your treatment plan.
It is important to keep follow-up appointments
with your veterinarian to monitor your pet’s progress, so that changes can be
made to the treatment plan.
If your dog is having trouble breathing or
collapses, even if they recover quickly, see your veterinarian immediately.
Monday, October 26, 2015
Holly (on the right) with Daisy and Precious |
"I just want to let you know I have a 13 year old beagle who was
diagnosed with pancreatitis.* She wouldn’t eat and she also already had
congestive heart failure and liver disease. Her liver score was so high
it wouldn’t register on a chart. I was desperate and searched the
internet and found your product (Pancreatitis Support Kit). I was worried it wouldn’t get to me in
time to help her, luckily it did. Twenty-four hours after giving her
first pills, which I had to do by mouth, she very slowly started to
improve. I had planned to go away within the month and had someone coming
in to take care of my dogs. I typed up a daily chart to take care of
Holly after the second week of treatment. By the time I actually left and
reviewed the chart to give my friend, it was completely different. Holly
has improved dramatically and has the energy of a dog years younger. She
is actually behaving better now than before she got pancreatitis. Your
pancreatic and liver care kit will remain a part of her daily care.
Thank you for giving me back my baby,
Lori
Williamsport, PA, (2015)
*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.
With a change to a hypoallergenic, low fat, high fiber diet and
using Ask Ariel's Pancreatitis
Kit, pets can recover and lead a healthy
lifestyle.
Thursday, October 22, 2015
Have you noticed your dog
excessively chewing on his paws? Is your cat vomiting excessively or missing patches of fur? Are your pets getting constant ear infections or smelling after a bath? All these symptoms could mean your pet is due for a diet change. A diet change will
be necessary to eliminate potential offending foods, but what should the change be?
One approach is to switch your pet to a novel protein diet.
What is a novel protein
diet?
It is a diet that contains a protein source
that your pet has not eaten before. The most common protein sources included in
most brands of pet foods include beef, chicken, lamb and turkey. However, these same proteins are common
sources of food allergies or food sensitivities (from eating the same food for
an extended period of time). Your pet
may exhibit symptoms that include upset stomach and/or skin problems. By
substituting a new, exotic novel protein your pet's symptoms may be alleviated.
Some proteins to try may include: Bison, Rabbit, Salmon (dogs only--cats are often allergic), Venison, Ostrich, Quail and Kangaroo. Select a LOW carbohydrate, grain-free diet such as a raw frozen diet . We do not recommend any dry food for dogs and cats with allergies as they are high in carbohydrates that can also cause symptoms such as scratching, itching and ear infections.
You can get serum allergy testing done at your vet's office but we prefer Nutriscan. Nutriscan is a new test that can help determine your pet's food allergies through saliva which is thought to be more accurate than blood. It's important to remember two points though about food allergy testing for pets: 1) even the best tests can have false negatives if the pet or person hasn't ingested the food recently (meaning the pet is still allergic even though the test says not 2) often food "families" cause a problem. It is quite common for a dog to have an allergy to chicken and perhaps even test ok on duck, but the intolerances are there for all poultry. Generally if there is one type of food that is a problem, it's best to stay away from all of it.
You can get serum allergy testing done at your vet's office but we prefer Nutriscan. Nutriscan is a new test that can help determine your pet's food allergies through saliva which is thought to be more accurate than blood. It's important to remember two points though about food allergy testing for pets: 1) even the best tests can have false negatives if the pet or person hasn't ingested the food recently (meaning the pet is still allergic even though the test says not 2) often food "families" cause a problem. It is quite common for a dog to have an allergy to chicken and perhaps even test ok on duck, but the intolerances are there for all poultry. Generally if there is one type of food that is a problem, it's best to stay away from all of it.
Thursday, October 15, 2015
Does your dog have an embarrassing and annoying problem
of unexplained frequent urination? Does it happen especially if they are scared
or excited? Your pet may be suffering
from submissive or excitement urination. This is not a training issue, but an
involuntary reflex that will need patience to fix.
Signs of Submissive Urination
- History or being shy, timid or anxious
- Urinates when someone (especially strangers) approaches him.
- Urinates when being scolded or fears being in trouble
- Urinates when crouching, rolling over (exposing their stomach) or has their tail between their legs, indicating a submissiveness.
What to Do:
- Take your dog to the veterinarian to rule out medical reasons for the behavior.
- Avoid direct eye contact.
- Get down on their level, not just bending over, but kneel down.
- Try approaching from the side vs. the front.
- Teach them commands that can be used to distract and encourage confident behaviors and then reward them for performing them. For example have them “sit” or “shake” when being greeted. This will help them feel in control of the situation and lessen the anxiety.
Excitement Urination, most often occurs, during playtime or when they are excited to see you. It is most common in puppies and luckily usually improves with maturity. However, it can persist if the behavior is
rewarded with positive reinforcement (even if inadvertently)
What to Do:
- Take your dog to the veterinarian to rule out medical reasons for the behavior.
- Precautions are key, to avoid mishaps, play outdoors or places with easy clean up
- Keep greetings low-key…do not greet your pet with excited tones or gestures.
- Ignore him when he is excited, wait until he calms down.
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