Just devastated to learn of the passing this week of a very dear friend
Stanlee Phelps. Stanlee was an inspiration to all who knew her.
Stanlee had a profound impact on my life and I loved her so much. Small
in stature, but large in life, Stanlee lived every day to the fullest.
Through her valiant battle with both breast and ovarian cancer, Stanlee
was forever the optimist, uncovering new ways every day to keep on
going, keep on fighting the fight. Stanlee helped me personally and
professionally. She was a great source of encouragement when I wanted
to pursue my dream of working with animals. She will live forever in my
heart and I will miss her terribly. Rest in peace my dear friend. It
was a blessing to call such a beautiful person my friend.
Monday, February 20, 2017
Tuesday, February 14, 2017
On
Valentine's Day and every day, please remember the abandoned cats and dogs that
need our help. They need our love and attention right now. Many thanks to all of the wonderful rescuers who
tirelessly go to the kill shelters to pull these animals out and all of
the kind pet owners who adopt them. If you can't adopt, please consider
fostering, volunteering or making a donation. #rescuedog #animalshelter #rescuecat #fosterdog #fostercat
Friday, February 10, 2017
Dr. Lynette Gebler
This article was contributed by Dr. Lynette Gebler from Focus Formulations.com
Our history with dogs is a long one, spanning from once being an indispensible part of a work team to now becoming part of our families. Whatever role a dog may play in your family, more and more dogs are becoming trained as “support animals”. Support animals provide therapeutic benefit to an individual with a mental or psychiatric disability and can also provide emotional support.
Research has demonstrated that petting a cat or dog helps your body release a relaxation hormone and cuts down on levels of a stress hormone, which can lower your blood pressure. This ability to help humans relax has made dogs a perfect companion for children and adults with autism. This is especially true when they find themselves in certain situations too overwhelming to handle. Children with autism may benefit from interacting with dogs, which can provide unconditional, nonjudgmental love and companionship.
Parents should consider their children’s sensitivities carefully when choosing a pet to ensure a good match. For example, a child who is easily agitated or is sensitive to noise may have difficulty with an extremely active dog or one that tends to bark. Bringing a dog into a home is a lifetime commitment and care should be taken that the dog is a good fit for your family. Ultimately, a well thought out decision to bring a support animal into your home is one that will bring years of joy and fulfillment to the family.
To learn more about autism, please visit FocusFormulations.com We provide the latest on autism treatment and advances and we would love to have you share your story with us.
Sunday, February 5, 2017
Pet obesity is a growing epidemic. If your cat or dog is overweight, it can be discouraging but there is hope. In addition to measuring out portions carefully, keeping treats to a minimum and ensuring your pet is getting daily exercise, here are a few more weight-loss tips to help your pet lose weight.
1- Avoid dry food as it is high in carbohydrates. Feed your overweight pet more protein to control insulin spikes. When we eat carbohydrates, our insulin spikes rapidly after and we feel hungry again. A high protein diet with plenty of fiber in the form of vegetables mixed in can help your pet feel full and feel better!
2- Avoid High Fat Treats--For ex: A tablespoon of peanut butter or coconut oil can be nearly as many calories as a 1/4 of a13 oz can or 1/4 cup of pet food---it is highly caloric. If you use peanut butter to administer pills, try putting them in a small amount of canned food or pumpkin instead.
3- Feed 2 -3
Smaller Meals-Small meals regulate your pet's blood sugar and improve
digestion. Best not to FREE feed even in multi-cat households as
usually some pets end up overeating while others undereat. Use a small
amount of pumpkin or add some green vegetables to help your pet feel
more satiated.
4- Use vegetables, especially green vegetables to help your pet feel more satisfied--Fiber naturally slows down the digestion of sugars so adding plenty of fiber in the form of green vegetables will help regulate your pet's blood sugar and help them feel full. You can also use a small amount of pumpkin as well. Good vegetable choices for dogs: green beans, squash and a small amount of carrots. Many cats like pureed asparagus if it is mixed into their food.
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4- Use vegetables, especially green vegetables to help your pet feel more satisfied--Fiber naturally slows down the digestion of sugars so adding plenty of fiber in the form of green vegetables will help regulate your pet's blood sugar and help them feel full. You can also use a small amount of pumpkin as well. Good vegetable choices for dogs: green beans, squash and a small amount of carrots. Many cats like pureed asparagus if it is mixed into their food.
#askariel #healthykitty #ilovemycat #holistichealth #holisticpetsupply #cats #catstagram #catsofinstagram #pets #huskies #lovemydog #holistic #dogstagram #dogs #cats #healthypet #2017goals
Wednesday, February 1, 2017
We humans get physicals annually, when was the last time your pet got a
checkup? While estimates are approximate, one year of your life is
equivalent to about 7 years of your pet's. Sadly pets age too quickly!
Think about the last time your pet had a physical exam and lab tests.
If it was two years ago, that would be as if you didn't see a doctor for
14 years! Going to the vet isn't just for when your pet is sick. Pets
mask their health issues and a vet visit is the best way to take good
care of them and catch things early, while still treatable! #askariel #healthykitty #ilovemycat #holistichealth #holisticpetsupply #cats #pets #lovemydog
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Need help with your pet? Email the experts at AskAriel.com at support@askariel.com
Need help with your pet? Email the experts at AskAriel.com at support@askariel.com
Monday, January 30, 2017
Valentine Toy Sweepstakes
Valentine's
Day is the best day to show how much your love your pet! Beginning
February 1st through Valentine's Day, Ask Ariel will give away one free
cat or dog toy each day to a lucky winner! Ask Ariel will randomly
choose the winner each day. Here is all you need to do to enter in our
Valentine Toy Sweepstakes:
If you haven't been following us, there is no better time as we will be posting daily tips to keep your pet happy and healthy!
2) Post a photo of your special Valentine pet(s) on either our Facebook page or tag us on Facebook or Instagram
3) Email us at support@askariel.com so we can contact you if you win!
Eligibility: Winners must be adults over 21 years of age and US residents only.
Each
day we will randomly choose a winner and post a photo of their special
Valentine pet(s)! So start following us now and enter to win. Can't wait to begin the fun and share our mutual love for animals all around!
Monday, January 23, 2017
DID YOU KNOW.... poultry is a big allergen for both dogs and cats.
Pets can have digestive problems such as vomiting and diarrhea or skin
problems, itching and scratching
You may want to take a closer
look at what you are feeding your pet. Poultry is one of the most
common ingredients in pet food. However, poultry allergies in dogs and
cats is a big problem. Even if your pet is not allergic to poultry per
se, your cat or dog could be intolerant of it. Poultry is a common
food allergy for allergic pets in the same way that dairy can be for
many allergic people. It can cause a great deal of inflammation, which
in turn weakens the immune system. What's a pet owner to do? Most
pets love chicken & turkey .......Sure, you want to spoil your pet,
but try taking a ride on the wild side and look into some exotic flavors
such as rabbit or venison. There are lots of tasty freeze dried, raw
and canned options.
Please limit or avoid dry food as it is much harder
to digest and can contribute to yeast overgrowth and digestive
problems. Dry food is not an ideal option for cats since they are not great water drinkers and can benefit from a high
moisture diet to prevent urinary tract problems.
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