Pets Care

One of the basic characteristics of the liver is its functional reserve power to continue performing despite being affected by liver disease. Like other liver diseases in dogs , liver cancer too is usually diagnosed well after the disease has taken it roots and progressed to dangerous levels. Diagnosing canine and feline liver diseases , including liver cancer requires a comprehensive approach.

Liver, being closely associated with other organs in the body, demonstrates symptoms that mimic diseases of organs. Moreover, symptoms of liver disease in dogs are subtle and vary as the disease progresses.

Primary liver cancer is less common than secondary cancer that originates from elsewhere in the body. Liver has a dual blood supply – one through the portal vein and the other through the hepatic artery. While the liver needs this extra supply to perform its multiple functions, it also means that it is exposed to a greater risk of cancer cells that can reach it from distant organs that have spread in the blood stream.

Liver disease in dogs can occur at any age. In younger dogs and puppies there is a greater possibility of liver shunt, toxicity and viral diseases. In older dogs, inflammation and cancer is more likely than other conditions. Even though liver cancer does not show specific symptoms, severity of the following symptoms requires further investigation to rule out prevalence of malignancy:

* The most common symptom is poor or loss of appetite. Anorexia (poor appetite) often leads to a weight loss and improper metabolism of fats, carbohydrates and proteins further complicates an already complex situation.
Poor appetite also causes anemia. Anemia can also be caused by disease in liver cells.
* Increase in urination accompanied by excessive drinking of water is usually confused as being related to other diseases like diabetes and kidney diseases but is one of the important indications of prevalence of liver cancer.
* A tumor prevents the secretion of normal bilary pigments into the intestines. This leads to light colored feces.
* Coagulation of blood is one of the important functions of the liver. Liver cancer can inhibit this function and cause bleeding problems.
* If the tumor is big enough, it can be felt by probing the region from outside. A distended stomach and abdominal pain also indicate liver cancer.
* In severe conditions, liver cancer leads to jaundice. If the mucous membranes are yellowish or the dog is passing orange colored urine, it is a sure signal of jaundice and should be taken for examination to rule out cancer.

The liver is crucial to breaking down toxins. If the liver has primary or secondary cancer, the malignancy restricts its detoxification processes letting out toxicity in the blood stream. When this toxicity reaches the brain it may cause behavioral changes related to the nervous system, such as seizures, circling and tilting of the head. Watch out for these symptoms especially after meals.

It may be difficult but an early detection of liver cancer means that half the battle is won. The liver cells can regenerate to a great degree if they are provided with high quality supportive diet. Increasing the survival time may not be possible but you can at least provide comfort and a good quality of life to your pet.

Diet plays as important a role as drugs and insulin injections in treating diabetes in cats. Actually, diet control and management must be concomitant to medication. It is futile to expect medication as a standalone treatment to provide an effective cure for diabetes.

Diabetes is a condition where the pancreas is unable to produce enough insulin for regulating glycogen and oxidizing sugar. There is always some amount of glucose in the food that you feed your cat. If the intake is not regulated, there can be no limit to the amount of exogenous insulin that the cat may require to process the glucose.

Moreover, it is only cats with pronounced and persistent hyperglycemia that require insulin injections. Symptoms of diabetes in cats, with blood sugar levels only slightly above normal, can be treated with dietary management or oral pills only. Further, diabetic cats must be fed regularly to prevent a situation of overdose of insulin.

Obesity is one of the risk factors for diabetes in cats. Diabetic diet for cats should consider the weight factor before anything else. The weight loss of the cat should be gradual, preferably 3% of body weight per week. A diet with high fiber content and complex carbohydrates is most suited for loosing weight. It also helps in controlling blood sugar levels immediately after meals.

Underweight cats should be fed a high calorie diet till the time their body weight reaches the recommended level. The diabetic diet for maintaining weight can be started thereafter.

Diet for cats on insulin should be monitored based on the type of insulin that they are given. If the injection is being given once in a day, the cat should be fed half of the recommended diet at the time of the injection. The other half, when insulin reaches the peak of its activity. Cats receiving two injections in a day must be fed at each administration.

Cats are naturally carnivorous and their body is adapted to process proteins efficiently. The enzymes required for efficient processing of carbohydrates for energy are missing in cats. Whether a cat is diabetic or not, it requires very low amounts of carbohydrates – a mouse or a bird that cats eat contain only 3-5% carbohydrates. A low carbohydrate content in cat food helps not only in preventing diabetes but also aids during treatment.

At the same time it must be clarified that all carbohydrates are not the same. There are simple and complex carbohydrates. In as far as carbohydrates for diabetic cats are concerned the benchmark should be the Glycemic Index and Glycemic Load. These benchmarks reflect the speed with which a specific carbohydrate increases blood sugar levels and the extent of its overall impact on the diabetic state. The lower the index and load the better it is for a cat with diabetes.

The diet should always be appropriate to the species it is being fed to. The general rule for a diabetic diet for cats, despite assertions by advertisers that dry food or canned food is better is that all types of grain should be avoided.

Diet should contain only those carbohydrates that have a low glycemic index and load. A high fiber diet should be used only for the purpose of weight loss. If you stick to these guidelines right from the beginning, there is a great possibility that your cat may not have diabetes at all.

Playful dog biting by young puppies is a common phenomenon. But when the same situation occurs in adult dogs, it can result in serious consequences. Biting is a part of basic aggressive dog behavior. It arises from an inherent attribute of dogs to dominate a pack.

Wild dogs use biting as a tool to assert their dominance over other dogs within the pack. Even within a litter of puppies around the mother, it is common to see some pups trying to assert dominance and biting each other. Dogs tend to bite without provocation only when they start assuming the family as the pack and see a situation where they feel that can dominate and become the ‘alpha’ dog.

While any type of aggressive dog behavior is difficult to tolerate, dog biting assumes more significance in the light of the problems that are associated with it. In many cases, dog biting arises out of fear or when a dog finds him in an inescapable situation. If this behavior is not corrected in its early stages, dog aggression may assume unmanageable proportions.

Young puppies that are less than six weeks old seldom bite hard and are not able to break skin. However, these are the initial signs of an aggressive dog and should not be ignored as playful behavior. In fact, having moved to a new environment, the puppy is trying to assess his status in the new ‘pack’ to understand to what extent he can dominate the family.

Under no circumstances should puppies be allowed to bite playfully at human skin. Puppies that are young may also feel compelled to bite due to teething. Their mouths need stimulation, which is provided by biting. In such cases, provide chew sticks and bones for the puppy to chew on.

If your puppy has not spent enough time with the litter, he probably has not learned not to bite playfully. The natural way to check this habit is to yelp just as another puppy would in case he is bitten and withdraw from play. If this does not work try the following after every time he bites:

* Isolate in a crate for a couple of minutes.
* Hit gently on the nose.
* Spray some water lightly.

The puppy should also be trained to socialize. The more he gets used to strangers, in the house as well as outside, the better it is. Initially, put the puppy on leash when some one comes to deliver something or meet you. Let him sniff and get acquainted with the stranger. Also let your puppy interact with children as much as possible. Puppies brought up among only adults tend to snap and bite children.

Healthy and matured dogs do not normally bite humans but the potential exists. If your dog is prone to biting humans or neighboring animals, the best course of action is to first get him checked for any underlying disease. Consulting a veterinarian is the right way to rule that out medicals conditions that are causing discomfort.

If medical conditions have been ruled out, then dog biting may require some re-training. Dog aggression usually arises from dominance and territorial related aggression or out of fear. Try telling all strangers coming to your house to keep away from the dog house and his bed.

If you observe that it is fear that makes your dog bite, try to identify the fear factors and take corrective measures by insulating him from them.

All species of animals, including humans, have an underlying aggressive trait, which surfaces in specific situations and events. Cats are fairly predictable creatures. Despite this, there are instances when cat owners are startled by a sudden and abrupt change in behavior.

This can cause a seemingly content and friendly cat into a spitting and aggressive cat. Cats normally do not do anything without reason and there is always an understandable reason behind the aggression. Like dog aggression, feline aggressive behaviors also need to be understood before any specific action can be taken.

The most common type of aggressive behavior observed in cats is playful aggression. Young cats that are less than two years of age love to play and indulge in activities that appear aggressive to humans. Young cats do not let go of any opportunity to practice skills that they need for survival.

This involves exploration, investigation and predation. A kitten is likely to pounce upon anything that moves to investigate and explore. It may even bite an innate object that appears as a prey. Socializing at a young age ensures that the playful activity is limited to scratching and restricted biting that does not break the skin.

Another type of feline aggression that normally surprises owners is typical to cats and is generally not seen in aggressive dog behavior . It is common for cats to bite suddenly while being petted. Petting that was being enjoyed and welcomed a moment ago, suddenly becomes unpleasant to the cat. The only logical explanation to this abrupt offense is that cats have a certain tolerance level. Once that level is reached they tend to treat the same petting hand as a probable large predator.

Cats normally give signals using body language to indicate that they have had enough petting for now. It is up to the owners to observe and understand it. The signs that the cats may give to indicate that they want the petting to stop are restlessness, ears turning back and forth and moving the head towards the petting hand. The last sign is likely to be tail lashing and if you reach that stage, you may actually be too late.

Defensive or fearful, territorial, redirected aggression and aggression that defies understanding are kinds of aggression that owners need to be most careful about. Fearful cats tend to behave like dogs and make submissive postures.

Crouching on the floor with ears turned back, tail between the legs and rolling on the ground should not be mistaken for signs of submission. The cat is in all probability fearful and defensive. Just as fear induces dog biting in dogs, there is a strong possibility of cat biting if touched in such a condition.

As stated earlier, cats are usually predictable and seldom resort to inexplicable aggression. If it is difficult to understand why your cat has suddenly turned aggressive, there is likely to be a medical reason behind it. While grooming your cat, always pay attention to signs of any wound or an infection developing on the skin.

Although external parasitic infections are less common in cats, mite or flea infestation can cause extreme discomfort that may lead to aggression. In addition to grooming a regular examination of cat feces will let you know if there are any intestinal parasites that are causing aggression.

If left untreated, feline diabetes like diabetes in all animals and humans can lead to complications. The complications that arise may be difficult and in some cases, impossible to treat. Continuous and abnormally high levels of blood sugar, hyperglycemia, can adversely affect the nerves, kidneys, retina and bones leading to complicated diseases.

* Diabetic neuropathy is the most common complication of chronic hyperglycemia leading to a peculiar symptom of diabetes in cats. The femoral nerve is the most commonly affected. An affected femoral nerve can lead to a plantigrade gait, which is walking on the whole sole of the foot like rabbits, bears and humans. In cats this takes the shape of walking on hocks, the tarsal joints of hind legs.
* Diabetic nephropathy or renal disorder is a more serious complication of diabetes and takes precedence over heart disease as far as illness or death from diabetic conditions are concerned. Flooded with more blood sugar than the kidneys can handle, the overworked organ gradually stops functioning and ultimately leads to death of the cat.
* Chronic diabetes leads to early hardening and thickening of the walls of blood vessels, a condition normally associated with advanced age. With the passage of time the cat develops atherosclerosis, a condition in the blood vessels become narrow as fatty deposits accumulate.
* Hardening, bulging, bleeding and severing of the veins and capillaries of the retina are typical to diabetic retinopathy. From diminished vision and decrease in field of vision, the disease proliferates to bleeding and detachment of the retina leading to total blindness.
* Another complication of diabetes surfaces is in the shape of digestive disorders that manifest as ulcers, inflammation of the colon, symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome and abdominal pain.
* Perhaps one of the most feared complications is that of hypoglycemia, abnormally low blood sugar. Diabetes must necessarily be treated with insulin injections if oral medications are not successful in treating diabetes in cats. If you miscalculate the quantity of insulin needed, accidental infusion of excess insulin can reduce blood sugar levels drastically. Such a condition can also result from a missed meal after insulin has been injected. Hypoglycemia can result in instant death of the cat.
* Diabetes is a metabolic disorder. Ketones are a natural by product of metabolism of fats. Lack of insulin in the body can lead to accumulation of ketone bodies in cases of uncontrolled or poor management of diabetes. This results in another acute complication known as diabetic ketoacidosis, which can lead to a life threatening diabetic coma.

Treating diabetes involves regular monitoring of blood sugar levels. It also involves regulated insulin injections. Managing of diabetes involves dietary modifications while keeping in mind the obligate carnivorous nature of cats.

Cats are poor in processing carbohydrates and their diet must necessarily include animal proteins from where they can derive energy easily and most efficiently. Regular insulin injections with strict adherence to dosage and timing of injections and correlating them with mealtimes are of utmost importance if you want to avoid diabetic complications.

A natural filter in the urinary system

The kidneys have a number of very important life-sustaining functions. These include excretion, fluid conservation, and endocrine processes. The kidneys filter waste products from the bloodstream, so that they may be excreted from the body in the urine.

They kidneys act as natural ‘sieves’ of the body, filtering out goodness from ingested food and liquids and leaving waste to be excreted. Animals cannot function properly if their systems are not ‘clean’ of toxins. The kidneys also produce hormones, including erythropoietin, which stimulates the bone marrow to produce new red blood cells.

The natural way

There are a number of things that we can do for our pets to prolong the healthy functioning of the kidneys. Make sure that your pet always has access to fresh, clean water. Make sure that dogs have the opportunity to urinate often and cats have access to a clean litter tray, so that they do not have to hold the urine in for unnecessarily long periods of time.

Feed a good natural diet low in salt, phosphorous and relatively low in protein. As your pet gets older, regular check ups at the vet are advised so that progress of the kidneys can be monitored. Our pets are exposed to a variety of toxins that are particularly harmful to the kidneys.

Anti-freeze is one of the most dangerous as it tastes relatively pleasant and can easily be lapped up by your dog or cat if left lying around. Certain antibiotics are also very toxic to the kidneys – try and go the natural way.

How can natural remedies help?

In the wild, animals instinctively eat plants and other natural substances to help them to maintain health in different organs, including the kidneys.

By supporting the body’s natural healing capacity and assisting the body in maintaining harmonious balance between all organ systems, herbal remedies bring about good health naturally – providing benefits that may be missing from the diet of domestic animals.

Traditional medicine has been used for thousands of years to support health and to enhance wellbeing. Clinical trials are proving the efficacy of many natural therapies and more pet owners are becoming aware of the benefits of providing their pets with the benefits of Mother Nature’s medicine chest!

What is Kidney Support?

Kidney Support is a 100% safe, natural remedy formulated by a team of experts in the field of natural medicine.

Used regularly, Kidney Support will promote kidney functioning, support healthy blood pressure within the normal range and encourage excretion of waste products – thus providing support for optimum performance of the canine or feline urinary tract system!

Kidney Support contains herbal ingredients especially selected to address canine & feline kidney health and provide support to the urinary tract system.

Kidney Support is presented in a concentrated tincture formula, making it easy to administer to animals disguised in their food or favorite treat.

The formula remains true to the whole spectrum method of herbal extraction, ensuring the bio-availability and balance of all the active ingredients contained in the remedy. This method of manufacture also significantly reduces the likelihood of side effects and maintains all active ingredients in perfect balance – exactly as nature intended!

Use PetAlive Kidney Support to:

* Promote urinary tract health
* Support kidney function
* Support water balance and fluid regulation
* Support the kidneys in carrying out the natural function of converting Vitamin D to its active form
* Encourage the production of certain hormones including those involved in red blood cell formation and blood pressure regulation
* Encourage the excretion of waste products produced during metabolic activities in the body

Related Products:

* To naturally detox and ‘flush out’ your pet’s system visit PetAlive Detox Plus

How has Kidney Support helped others?

“We have a neighbor who uses your FCV-Protect product and she said we should look on your site for a remedy. We chose this product, (Kidney Support) and we are glad to say that our dog is doing very well! Thank you very much!”

—David

“Our young cat Alfonso needed support for his kidneys, and our vet (who has a keen interest in natural remedies) recommended Kidney Support. Alfonso is doing great, and I am so relieved to know that using a natural product means that we are not harming his body! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts”

—Rita

“Just a quick shout out to let you know that this product has helped our two terriers immensely – keep up the great work!!!”

—The Tomlinson’s

What are the Ingredients?

Native Remedies’ products are created using our Full Spectrum Approach™ (FSA), a set of standards and processes that combine the best quality, laboratory tested, raw ingredients, Good Manufacturing Practices and a Full Spectrum manufacturing method to guarantee you products of the highest quality, safety and effectiveness, all backed by our One Year Unconditional Money Back Guarantee.

Our products are not tested on animals and individual ingredients are well-researched and are natural, safe and effective.

* Arctium lappa (Burdock) is widely known as a systemic cleanser and blood purifier, Burdock is also an effective digestive tonic and helps to support healthy blood sugar regulation. It is also well known for its ability to maintain balance in body fluid levels and can help the kidneys in their natural action of flushing out toxins. Burdock has also shown positive results in helping to maintain blood sugar levels within the normal range. (Swanston-Flatt SK, Day C, Flatt PR, et al. “Glycaemic effects of traditional European plant treatments for diabetes. Studies in normal and streptozotocin diabetic mice. Diabetes” Res . 1989;413:69–73. )

* Taraxacum officinalis (Dandelion) is a rich source of vitamins and minerals, including Vitamin A, D, and C, as well as various B Vitamins, iron, lecithin, silicon, potassium, magnesium, zinc and manganese. It helps naturally to promote a healthy appetite and may also support the maintenance of blood sugar levels within the normal range due to its positive effects on fluid balance.(Rcz-Kotilla, E., G. Rcz, A. Solomon. 1974. “The action of Taraxacum officinale extracts on the body weight and diuresis of laboratory animals.” Planta Med 26(3):212217.)

* Galium aperine(Cleavers) is an herb which has been used in folk medicine for many centuries as a cleansing tonic, lymphatic cleanser and blood purifier. Regular use helps to support all mechanisms of the urinary system.

How do I use Kidney Support?

DIRECTIONS

The drops may be mixed into a small amount of food or added to a bit of water and syringed into your pet’s mouth.

* Cats and small dogs: 2-3 drops 2 to 3 times a day
* Medium dogs: 5-10 drops 2 to 3 times a day
* Large dogs: 10-15 drops 2 to 3 times a day.

CAUTION

Please consult your veterinarian should symptoms persist. Safety during pregnancy and nursing is not yet established

Kidney Support is highly recommended along with the following natural remedies for maximum effectiveness.

* Immunity and Liver Support is used for natural systemic support for the liver with immune system tonic!
* Detox Plus contains natural ingredients to ‘flush out’ your pet’s system (our animals need detox too!)
* RuniPoo Relief supports firm healthy stools and promotes digestive stability!

How long until I see results?

Results may vary, due to a number of influential factors and some animals will respond sooner than others. When used regularly, Kidney Support should provide systemic support within the first week. Over time Kidney Support will then act in a supportive capacity to systemic balance and harmony in the urinary system.

How long will a bottle last?

One bottle of Kidney Support will last approximately 30 days depending on frequency of use.

Undesirable and abnormal behavior in dogs is a result of inept training, lack of nutrition and inadequate exercise. Aggressive dog behavior is perhaps one such abnormal behavior that annoys dog owners the most.

Although in certain cases dog aggression may be a direct result of an underlying medical condition, your handling may be playing an important role in encouraging aggressive behavior in your dog. If you ignore or encourage aggression, the dog is most likely to presume that it as acceptable.

Behavior issues like separation anxiety, unnecessary barking and fear of the leash or a car ride are far removed from aggressive dog behavior that may include dog biting and refusal to submit to discipline. Some of these behaviors ultimately lead to further aggression as the dog starts to assume leadership of the pack. Dogs may have evolved to live peacefully with humans but they are unable to shed their genetic traits.

Dogs start to consider family members as part of the pack. It is only natural for the dog to try and assume leadership since survival and access to the best of the available resources depends upon who can dominate the most. Dominating a pack obviously requires aggression. So when you see your dog’s aggression increasing, you can assume that this is a manifestation of dominance related aggression.

It is not only dominance that makes a dog aggressive. Aggression can be caused by other factors as well. Sometimes the dog is actually afraid of a person or situation and trying to escape or hide. Forcing your dog to face the person or situation is akin to pushing him in a corner. It is therefore likely to elicit aggressive behavior.

Inter-male rivalry, maternal aggression to protect the litter and predatory aggression (aggression towards quick moving stimulus like a car or bike that the dog considers a prey) are other types of aggressive behavior that dogs are likely to exhibit.

Dogs like to be masters of the territory that they consider their own. This could include your house, bed or whichever area he is fond of. Territorial aggression is mostly directed towards other dogs or strangers. In as far as family members are concerned it may be limited to a refusal to vacate the sofa or bed.

Signs of typical territorial aggression are similar to dominance related aggression. Although breeds such as German and Australian Shepherds that are more prone to territorial aggression. Certain dogs that have not been trained as puppies to socialize develop fear of other dogs later. Territorial matters are not easily resolved between dogs if the underlying factor is fear. The fearful aggressive dog may not calm down unless the canine visitor leaves.

Dog aggression normally manifests as:

* Growling.
* Showing Teeth.
* Snapping.
* Dog Biting.
* Refusal to Accept Commands.

If you perceive any or all the above signs, the first line of treatment is to get your pet checked for an underlying medical or physical condition. Training techniques are simple and you may be able to train your dog allover again at home. Persistent dog aggression however is a matter of concern that may require professional help.

No cat wants to be dirty, and it’s up to you to ensure that your cat stays clean. Grooming is very important, as it helps your cat remain clean and healthy. Grooming starts with brushing, as brushing helps to keep the cats hair from becoming hairballs.

Brushing will remove loose hair, and help prevent the risk of hairballs. A lot of cats have trouble dislodging hairballs. If the cat isn’t able to get a hairball out, it could result in a blockage of the intestines. Blockages are very serious, and can quickly become life threatening for your pet.

Cats that have long hair need to be brushed and combed on a daily basis, while cats with short hair need to be groomed on a weekly basis. When you brush your cat, you should always watch for lumps in the coat and skin irritations. You should start brushing along the cat’s back, going from his head to his tail. Do this a few times on one side, and then switch to the other. Each area should be brushed a few times in the direction of the way your cat’s hair is growing.

When you brush your cat, you should always avoid brushing his face and paws. If a cat doesn’t like to be brushed, you can still groom him using another tool. The grooming glove is an excellent alternative to the brush, as most cats don’t mind it at all. Starting out young is the key to grooming, as it will get your cat used to brushing and grooming. Some cats that have started grooming when they were kittens grow to love it, many of which often look forward to their grooming time.

When brushing your cat, make sure that you check his ears, eyes, teeth, and claws. His eyes should be bright and clear with nothing residing in the corners. His ears should be clean, pink in color, and no sign of ear mites. Ear mites result from dirt built up in a cat’s ears, and can result in the ears shriveling up and your cat losing his hearing. Ear mites are very annoying for the cat, and hard for you as an owner to get rid of. The best way to get rid of them – is to ensure that your cat’s ears stay clean and healthy.

Each time you groom your cat, you should always aim to go a bit further with your examinations. When your cat remains still, you should always praise him and give him a treat. If your cat doesn’t cooperate and starts to struggle, you shouldn’t fight with him, but instead let him go and try the next day. Once your cat gets used to grooming he will look forward to it each and every day.

Home dental care is to be given more emphasis nowadays because of the fact that the dental diseases are emerging in the case of pet animals like dogs to a greater extent. Though you are giving home dental care, if you suspect on the extension of the dental diseases, then immediately approach the veterinarian for intervention.

Try to provide bone materials without very sharp points to the dogs and they may love to chew them and then swallow the bitten products. Such activities help them to go for the development of strong teeth structures in a natural manner.

Mind that the breeds of dogs like Pekingese, etc. are more prone for the development of teeth diseases because the teeth are closely crowned in the oral cavity be to the small size of the these dogs. Hence, these dogs need to be checked up for the excessive plaque formation in the home itself.

Recreational raw beef bones are wonderful materials to keep the teeth structures of your dog clean and free from formation of plaque with build up of bacterial organisms. Teeth brushes are available for use with care in case of dogs and one has to be careful during the usage of these brushes in dogs. Teeth brushes are to be used with special kinds of pastes recommended by the veterinarians for home use in case of dogs.

Specially prepared food materials are available in the pet shops to remove the tartar and the plaque materials from the teeth structures. Dry dog food and toys that are specially made to add strength to the teeth structures are often used at home for better teeth cleaning.

The plaque materials are intermittently to be removed at home to avoid any occurrence of the periodontal diseases, which are more common among the dogs. Dental wipes are available in the pet shops and they may be used carefully in the home. This helps to remove more plaque and the tartar like materials that are loosely attached.

A simple spritz to bad breath

Those who have awoken in the morning to a nose-full of pet breath wafting across the face would agree that all cats and dogs should have their teeth brushed!

This is far easier said than done. Most pet owners find the task of brushing a feline or canine mouth extremely difficult, and this can also be an emotional task for our poor pets, too!

While we may not realize it, the bacteria in a cat or dog’s mouth forms its own ‘ecosystem’ and self-regulates itself naturally. This is not to say that an animal’s mouth should be left unattended. On the contrary, while all mammals have bacteria in their mouths, it is only when levels stay within the normal range that oral health is achieved…

The natural way

Animals in the wild often seek out herbs when they are unwell. Oral health is no different. While wild animals may occasionally need professional dental care from game rangers or veterinary professionals, on the whole teeth, gums and tongues are kept generally healthy through natural leaves and organic materials cleaning the mouth.

However, due to modern farming methods (and unhealthy treats we sometimes give our pets), dental hygiene and oral health care can be jeopardized.

What is OralHealth Mouth Spray?

No mess, no fuss… finally, a pet-friendly way to freshen doggie and kitty breath in a natural way.

OralHealth Mouth Spray has the added benefit of promoting oral health inside the mouth, supporting healthy teeth, gums, and tongue.

OralHealth Mouth Spray contains colloidal silver – an ingredient to promote healthy levels of bacteria in the mouth. With a simple squirt a few times a day, you can rest assured that the natural bacteria-regulating mechanisms in your animal’s mouth will be naturally supported.

OralHealth Mouth Spray may be used at the first signs of particularly bad breath to address unpleasant odors quickly and effectively, without side effects! Presented in handy spray form, even children can administer the remedy to their furry friends.

Use PetAlive OralHealth Mouth Spray to:

* Encourage overall oral health
* Support normal levels of bacteria in the mouth
* Help support healthy, strong teeth
* Help support healthy, firm gums and tongue
* Promote fresh, pleasant pet breath

Related Products:

* To promote strong teeth and discourage cavities, visit PetAlive Gumz-‘n-Teeth

How has OralHealth Mouth Spray helped others?

“We love our two Cocker Spaniels – Daisy and Duke. They are the lights of our lives, but boy – what stinky breath! I have always meant to brush their teeth regularly, but it’s such a production. Thank you for a great product that not only encourages mouth health, but also helps with the breath fumes!”

— Kimberly and Nathan, OH, USA

“Our kids just love giving our cats a spritz or two – and our cats seem to love it! Thanks for a natural product for our pets”

— The Francis Family

“My owners used to complain about my breath. I was ashamed of my stinky mouth, but it was hard to keep it clean with all the doggie treats and pet food! I never liked my teeth being brushed and used to run and hide behind our old sofa. Now I love getting a spray in the morning, and both my owners are very happy!”

—Rufus the Daschund (assisted by Beulah)

What are the Ingredients?

OralHealth Mouth Spray contains the following natural ingredients especially selected to address oral hygiene and promote a natural balance in the mouth:

Native Remedies’ products are created using our Full Spectrum Approach™ (FSA), a set of standards and processes that combine the best quality, laboratory tested, raw ingredients, Good Manufacturing Practices and a Full Spectrum manufacturing method to guarantee you products of the highest quality, safety and effectiveness, all backed by our One Year Unconditional Money Back Guarantee.

Our products are not tested on animals and individual ingredients are well-researched and are natural, safe and effective.

* Colloidal Silver is a suspension of submicroscopic metallic silver particles in a colloidal base (many may remember their grandparents putting silver dollars in milk to prolong its freshness at room temperature). Research suggests that colloidal silver leaves tissue-cell enzymes intact, while discouraging harmful bacteria. (Thurman, R.B. and Gerba, C.P. (1989) “The molecular mechanics of copper and silver ion disinfection of bacteria and viruses”. Quoting, Dr. Richard Davies, The Silver Institute, Wash, V. 18, 4, p. 295).

* Filtered water is used as the base for this spray, infused with the other herbal ingredients.

* Apium graveolens (Celery) celery leaves and inflorecences were part of the garlands found in the tomb of Tutankhamun, pharaoh of ancient Egypt. Another historical record of the word celeri is in a 9th-century poem written in France or Italy, giving the medicinal uses and believed merits of the plant. Constituents of this herb include Flavonoids and glucosides. (Lin LZ, Lu S, Harnly JM. “Detection and quantification of glycosylated flavonoid malonates in celery, Chinese celery, and celery seed by LC-DAD-ESI/MS”. J Agric Food Chem. 2007 Feb 21;55(4):1321-6. Epub 2007 Jan 25. PMID: 17253711) Recent studies indicate the potential of this herb to positively act on inflammation. (Mencherini T, Cau A, Bianco G, Della Loggia R, Aquino RP, Autore G. “An extract of Apium graveolens var. dulce leaves: structure of the major constituent, apiin, and its anti-inflammatory properties”. J Pharm Pharmacol. 2007 Jun;59(6):891-7. PMID: 17637182). We also all know of the traditional practice of chewing celery to freshen breath!

* Foeniculum officinale is found most often in dry, stony calcareous soils near the sea. It has been used more recently as a popular ingredient in herbal toothpastes. The flavor of this herb depends upon its two main constituents: Fenchone – a bitter tasting element and anethole – which has a sweet anise-like flavor. The proportions of these two ingredients vary according to strain and region.

* Gallium aparine (Cleavers) is a climbing plant native to North America, Europe, and Asia. This herb stimulates natural cleansing and aids in the efficient removal of waste products that naturally occur in the animal body. Cleavers has an aromatic honey-like fragrance and is said to be an excellent general tonic, assisting in the routine detoxification of tissues and the immune system by the body.

How do I use OralHealth Mouth Spray?

DIRECTIONS

Spray directly into your pet’s mouth two to three times daily.

CAUTION

Please consult your veterinarian should symptoms persist. Safety during pregnancy and nursing not yet established

OralHealth Mouth Spray is highly recommended along with the following natural remedies for maximum effectiveness.

* Pup Teeth is used to help to lessen teething pain and promote healthy teeth in pups and kittens
* Immunity and Liver Support – is used to support the immune system and encourage the expulsion of systemic toxins
* DetoxPlus – is used to encourage systemic cleansing through routine detox and waste removal

How long until I see results?

Response times vary from animal to animal, based on their physiological composition and other circumstances. While some pets show an immediate improvement that increases over time, others will see results after 3 – 5 doses.

How long will a bottle last?

One bottle of OralHealth Mouth Spray will last approximately 30 days, depending on the frequency of use.