Cat Celebrates Sweet 16 With Help From Natural Supplements

"My cat Michy celebrated his sweet 16 last month. Years ago, he was very sick, but now he is a healthy boy. He takes Gastro-ULC, Power Probiotic, Soothing Digestive Relief, Ultra-Flex, Kidney Health, and Renelix."

Marta-Alaska

Michy's Supplements

Power Probiotic - The best probiotic for pets!  Backed by scientific research, this powerful multi-strain formula promotes the growth of friendly bacteria which helps replenish a healthy intestinal ecosystem. Helpful for any pet with digestive discomfort and most pets love the taste too!

Gastro ULC For Acid Stomach in Pets- Natural stomach acid reducer-- relieves acid pain and repairs inflamed tissues.  Use with the K9 Digestive Enzymes and Power Probiotic.

Soothing Digestive-Gentle but effective formula for the treatment of any type of indigestion in pets. Helps with gas, loose stool, mucous in stool, tummy rumbling, diarrhea and malabsorption. Easy to administer

Ultraflex- A gentle formula that is easy to administer and clinically tested to reduce joint stiffness and pain in cats and dogs. It also supports the rebuilding of cartilage and joint connective tissue.Best joint support remedy for small pets.  

Renelix -flushes out the toxins from the kidneys and urinary tract. Helps restore normal kidney and urinary tract function. Use this product if your pet has ever had kidney or bladder stone or crystals or kidney disease or incontinence.  Please know Renelix will NOT break up bladder or kidney stones.

Kidney Health is an all natural, veterinary-approved supplement that provides protein support for cats and dogs enabling them to more efficiently breakdown, digest and metabolize protein. 

The Sun Will Come Out Tomorrow: Love & Hope from a Senior Rescue Dog

A longtime friend of Ask Ariel recently launched a special book that I would like to share with you – The Sun Will Come Out Tomorrow: Love And Hope from a Senior Rescue Dog.

Author Kelly Nardoni poignantly writes about her journey with Annie, a thirteen-fourteen-year-old poodle mix she adopted from a shelter.  Filled with everyday adventures and thoughtful reflections, Kelly includes many adorable photos of Annie to support the story – all with the goal of encouraging senior pet adoption.

Kelly found that there is something unique about adopting an animal whose years are limited.  It helps us uncover what is really important and to navigate our own humanity. This is a heartwarming story about the beauty of the human-animal bond and the love that endures from such companionship.

For more information and to learn where you can find Kelly’s book, please visit www.kellynardoni.com.  If you purchase directly from her site, a portion of the proceeds will benefit senior pet rescue organizations.

Protect You Cat From The Great Outdoors

If you are looking to join the over 36 million Americans who have the joy of being cat owners there is an important question to ask yourself…will your cat be an indoor cat or an outdoor cat? To protect your cat, you might consider having them be an indoor cat. In a recent study funded by Auburn University Cell and Molecular Biology Fellowship Program, researchers found that outdoor cats were three times more likely to contract a parasitic infection compared to indoor cats. Outdoor cats are also much more vulnerable to predators, cars, diseases and aggressive neighborhood bully cats.  Unfortunately, it is difficult to protect your cat in the outdoors. Cats can contract parasites from many sources including insects (such as ticks), prey or even the soil. They are much more vulnerable to If infected your cat can spread these parasites to other pets or even your family.  If your kitty is longing to go outside, consider harness training.  It has worked well for many cat owners especially if the kitty is started at a young age. 

SAMe And Natural Treatments For Hip Dysplasia Keep Border Collie Dot Moving!

"Dot was diagnosed with bladder crystals at 10 weeks of age (she is now 7 years old). For the remainder of that year she was on antibiotics, as problems would recur. I wanted to stop that cycle of treatment that was expensive and offered no solutions, while filling her little body with antibiotics. That is when I found you on-line… I began Power Probiotic and  fish oil (Amazing Omegas) supplementation ( and changed diet after it was discovered that Dot had allergies). She did not have another episode of bladder problems. Her diet has changed little... She takes Power Probiotic  every day ... has never been sick and has no bad breath. 

At age 2 Dot was diagnosed with bilateral hip dysplasia, common in both her breeds of Border Collie and Bernese Mountain Dog. Because I know the side effects of traditional anti-inflammatories, I started her on ArthroSoothe For Pets... at a dosage less than recommended. She had some limping. I began giving the recommended dose and she has done very well. Lesson learned. If there was a flare up of her hip dysplasia, I added Canine Comfort, which helped quickly. Also started CBD Oil within the past year, which has been a good addition. She recently had a wonderful day playing in the creek, chasing sticks. Putting weight on that leg is now painful for her, so I added Special SAMe. A hip replacement may be in the future, but I feel the supplements and natural treatments have been beneficial in helping keep her active and in good muscle tone, which, even with a replacement, would improve results. With activity limitation and a cut back on food, resulting in weight loss and the increased supplementation, I hope we get through this episode. I often wonder what we would have done without the help of you and the products."

Thanks

Linda- Arkansas

Healthy Alternatives To Avoid Declawing Your Cat

Many cat owners may not realize the long term effects that declawing can have on their pet's wellbeing. 
Declawing, or onychectomy, requires completely amputating the last bone on every toe of the cat because the claw grows from that bone. If you leave a fragment of that bone, the claw will regrow, often in a deformed way that leads to infections and lameness years after the surgery. Many people who had cats declawed in the past had no idea that bones were being amputated or the potential for long-term pain and suffering. There is also an increase in behavioral problems, which can be very difficult to treat. Many cats stop using the litterbox after surgery and start eliminating on soft objects like rugs, sofas or beds, which tends to be a lifelong problem and often leads to the abandonment of the cat. Some cats do seem to increase biting behavior after surgery as well.

Healthy Alternatives To Avoid Declawing Your Cat

1) If you have a kitten, you can acclimate them to nail trims early on. Adult cats can usually also learn to tolerate nail trims, but it can take longer.

2) Be sure your cat has appropriate scratching surfaces where your kitty can scratch freely.

3) Keep areas you don’t want scratched such as the arm of a sofa, temporarily covered with plastic or double-sided tape to deter scratching while the cat learns to use the post.

4) Consider nail caps as these can work well too.

Having a pet can present challenges and requires training and effort to ensure you and your cat can have a mutually enjoyable living arrangement. Please consider these alternatives and/or seeking the advice of a cat expert before resorting to declawing. For more Information click here ➡️Www.thepawproject.org/FAQs/

Rescue Puppy with Giardia And Heart Disease Lives To Be 10 With Help From Natural Supplements

“My precious Romo passed away.  Romo lived to be 10 years old despite having a tough start.  He was 4 months old when I rescued him. He had Giardia, had been bitten on his leg which caused an infection, and he had a seroma from his vaccinations since they gave him all his vaccinations at the time he was neutered.  Romo was a very loving, kind and extremely smart dog. He developed dilated cardiomyopathy and kidney disease when he was about 5 years old. I changed his diet to homemade and started him on a supplement regimen which include the following products from Ask Ariel:

Purrfect Pet CoQ10 for Dogs
Power Probiotic for Pets
Kidney Health Protein Support for Pets
Resveratrol for Dogs
Renelix Dog and Cat Kidney Formula 

I believe the supplements and changing his food slowed down the progression of his heart disease and I was able to reverse his kidney disease. His kidney function and kidney values returned to normal.  His vets said he had kidneys of steel. His heart disease and kidney disease I feel did not contribute to him passing away, all blood work was normal and heart was stable.  We don't know the reason for his passing, but I miss him every day and my love for this special dog will never die.  Love you Romo, you will never be forgotten. "

Cindy F.  - Illinois 

What is dilated cardiomyopathy in dogs? Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) is a heart condition that can affect dogs. It is characterized by the enlargement (dilation) of the heart chambers, particularly the left ventricle. As the chambers enlarge, the heart muscle becomes thin and weakened, leading to a decrease in the heart's ability to pump blood effectively.

The exact cause of dilated cardiomyopathy in dogs is not always clear, but it is believed to have both genetic and nutritional components. Certain breeds, such as Doberman Pinschers, Boxers, Great Danes, and Cocker Spaniels, are more predisposed to developing DCM.

Symptoms of dilated cardiomyopathy in dogs can include:

Coughing

Difficulty breathing or rapid breathing

Fatigue or weakness

Fainting or collapsing

Abdominal distension

Increased respiratory rate

Irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias)

Diagnosis typically involves a combination of physical examination, imaging techniques like X-rays and echocardiography, and sometimes electrocardiography (ECG) to assess the heart's function and rhythm.

March Is National Nutrition Month And A Great Time To Reassess Your Pet's Diet

March is National Nutrition Month^® which originated in 1973 as an annual nutrition education and information campaign by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. It is intended to help spotlight the importance of eating a nutritious diet and developing an eating and physical activity plan for a healthy lifestyle.

Although this was intended for people, we would like to extend this to pets. Dogs and cats should eat a healthy balance between protein, fiber, fats (especially Omega 3 fatty acids) and limited carbohydrates. Many pet foods that claim to be “healthy” contain ingredients that can contribute to a variety of problems including allergies and urinary tract infections.

To read more about proper nutrition for your pet click here