Daily, I am asked about skin and coat issues with dogs coming into the Salon for grooming. For some, it's a simple recommendation of using conditioner after shampooing and recommending conditioner and water to spray on your pets skin and coat before you brush so the hair is not broken and making it mat up so easily. Some may just need to remember pet's skin and coats dry out just like ours in winter use a humidifier.
What shampoos and conditioners do I recommend?
I recommend only two lines of products. These products are for dogs and cats and are made with Natural ingredients, enhancing and giving me the results I need and want in my show dogs and cats.
Many pets I have been grooming lately, need much more more than that.
It's dry skin, smelly skin, smelly breath, bad teeth, anal gland issues, hair and coat is totally damaged from chemicals, sanitation, uneducated owners on great care or bad nutrition and on and on.
Many of these pet's owners are seeking groomers and vets for help.
I really want to educate owners and help them rather than just say 'see your vet and get a pill or shot.' I, as a professional groomer, can work from the skin out, You as the owner, need to work from the mouth to the skin.
I try to just reply with "You are what you eat!"
It not only is true for humans, but for pets as well.
"What do you suggest I feed?"
I suggest only Life's Abundance foodsif you are not willing to cook or make your own all natural foods.
"Why?"
With our dogs and cats, I want the best for them in their nutrition. I have a variety of types of coat, skin and sizes in our 'Showteam' and have to keep them very healthy in order to keep up with the demands of home and 'show life' here at StaFra.
"My dog is not a show dog, it's our pet."
First of all.. not to burst your bubble, but I see your dog as a Champion. *He/She lives to please you and they deserve the honor!
Secondly, as a Professional Groomer, I too, want your pet to be the 'Champion' it really is.. even if it never enters a show ring! I can groom to hide what the coat and skin are lacking, but I would much rather groom your pet faster, not staying all day with me and the outcome be fantastic by 'enhancing' what is true and what is there, not just looking good by creating things and hiding! What's wrong with living with a GORGEOUS pet?
"Well, I have been feeding 'XXX" Brand for years."
As some dogs do great on certain foods for a while, most will only go so long and then show signs of poor nutrition or lacking in some vitamins. For instance, I love Mt.Dew and Chocolate. I can live on it alone for a while, I can even go a long time with that in my diet for many years daily. Then, one day I show signs of getting sick more often, breakouts and eventually realizing with my age, eating healthier will make me feel and look better. !!Yes Mom, I have changed to better eating and I occassionally have the chocolate now! I have become healthier and feel better, I am still able to do the things I could 20 years ago and still the same size jeans as 20 years ago. Now, I only need to loose 7 more pounds and not on any medications!!!
"What makes Life's Abundance better?"
Life’s Abundance foods are veterinarian-formulated with select ingredients help your dog achieve optimum health. We use a “fast-cook” process at low temperatures to help preserve the nutritional value of each and every wholesome ingredient. And we maintain strict inventory controls to ensure the quality and safety of our foods.
Life’s Abundance foods are made with the finest ingredients, including …
A proprietary blend of vitamins and minerals
High-quality protein from chicken meal for strong muscles
An antioxidant system including vitamins A, C and E.
A selection of nutritious vegetables and fruits.
Omega-3 fatty acids for healthy skin and a shiny coat.
Calcium and phosphorus for healthy teeth and strong bones
Dietary fiber to help maintain a healthy digestive tract.
Since we use only wholesome ingredient, this formula contains …
No artificial flavors
No artificial colors
No corn or corn gluten
No wheat or wheat gluten
Life’s Abundance delivers concentrated nutrition in every bowl.
A balanced blend of calcium and phosphorous to support growing and aging bones.
Our kibble has tested extremely positively with both puppies and adult dogs, regardless of breed or size.
Optimal protein levels for growing puppies and adults.
Unique blend of antioxidants that support dogs throughout their life cycle.
Choose Life’s Abundance for your dog because a recipe for a better life is more than meeting minimum requirements.
"What about food Recalls, I am not willing to comprimise my pet's life!?"
"Dog foods have to meet requirements, what should I know about them?"
Although you may think all dog food manufacturers have your dog’s best interests in mind, this is not always the case. Current pet food regulations allow manufacturers to use ingredients that you would never knowingly give to your dog. In fact, you may be shocked to learn what some brands of dog food really contain. For example, the use of by-products (feet, bones and intestines, etc.), chemical preservatives (BHA and BHT) and grains such as corn, wheat, gluten and soy, that are often difficult to digest. Did you know that these cheap fillers are often used as a protein source instead of meat?
Compare your food here with this detailed chart to help you.
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"Why did you switch from your past food and on to Life's Abundance?"
As usual, I found my pets doing great for sometime and some of my pets were not adjusting very well. I kept switching foods until all of mine could eat the same foods and not be sick, not need extra special shampoos and not need any medications. It seemed every food I tried with my pets, formulas were changing, recalls were happening and I got sick of seeing this happen to my pets! I kept a journal of my pet's progress on each food to help me remember exact dates and keep up with any problems that arose. When 50% of my dogs began showing signs of food intolerance, I had to switch!
"How did you find the foods?"
I learned from my Ragdoll Breeder and Friend that there was a great food and she was a Field Representitive! I used to be a Representitive for a Major pet food brand and I too had many questions and needed to compare many things!
In looking for a great food for all my pets, as I can't always make theirs daily, I searched for what I needed..Food for puppies through seniors, Food for kittens and cats.
I searched for ingredients.. Ingredients that did not contain Chemicals, coloring, soy, by-products and all natural. Something I could rely on at all times and not always make my food.
Life’s Abundance food is carefully chosen to work with the other to supply your companion animal with a highly nutritious and perfectly balanced meal every day, every year over a lifetime.
I searched for something that would also work for my dogs and cats needing extra nutrition for the 'show training' we do and the life stlye for the retired ones we have here. You see, no two dogs are the same, due to a variety of factors, including differences in breed, life stage, health needs, personality, living environment and level of activity. In part, it is due to your dog’s unique health requirements that adding a dietary supplement to their daily nutritional intake is more important than you might think.
Life's Abundancehas three unique formulas to target specific needs: Agility for healthy joints, Skin & Coat for healthy skin and a glossy coat, and Wellness Food Supplement for Dogs for overall health.
"What about treats? Do they recommend something to compliment the foods?
Life's Abundance has dog and cat treats! All Holistic and healthy!
"It seems high in price, how can I afford it?"
The real question is.. 'How can I not afford it?"!!
Now.. Add it up here...
Cheaper foods with preservitives, chemicals and cheaper ingredients averages.. $25.00-40.00 a 40 lb bag.
Grooming bills on average of 4 weeks are $35.00 for a small dog or a large dog bath.
Watered down Hypoallergenic or oatmeal shampoos including fragrances and chemicals instead of 'all natural' and 'essential oils' at home, $10.00 for 16.oz.
Vet bills for shots, pills, shampoos, to heal or help with itching,etc.. on average $100.00.
Sleepless nights with worry for your pet from chewing, itching, etc. $$$.$$ of your health!
Then compare your pet after it is on Life's Abundance foods for 30 days.
You will diminish your other bills and see a whole new pet!
I use my All natural shampoos, no itching, etc. I don't have the skin and coat issues, I don't see vet unless it's for our standards of shots, checkup, microchip, health certificate, or emergency with something like a C-section. My pets are not on any medications, don't use flea topicals, nor do they get fleas, don't have anal gland issues, ear infections, bad breath, gas, bloating, etc.
I have seen the difference in all my dogs and cats and can tell you enough how much I am saving with HEALTHY DOGS AND CATS!
My bills are way lower with my show team than most with one or two dogs.
"How"??
This is what I would recommend and what I did ..
Take a picture before you feed your dog or cat. Make a small journal of your pet before, what you want, what it is.
Buy Life's Abundance foods. Feed mixed with your old foods for at least 10-20 days and ease them on to "HEALTHY" slowly! It takes time to adjust. Keep your patience and not upset their digestive tract so fast. 'Rome wasn't built in a day!!"--Trust me, I don't have much patience, but I had to!
Now track the progress. Put your hands on your pet. Comb or brush them, bath them, walk / run with them, . each week, update your journal.
I know your pet will end their journal entry with the same entries my pets did .. "My pet's are eating so much less now, small firm stools, coat and skin are looking and feeling great, breath smells better, teeth are looking whiter, older dogs are doing wonderful with more energy and all blood work is coming back 'GREAT!"
Here are some of my Journal entries lately!!
"My 14yr old Eskie, Sugar, is amazingly vibrant, moving much faster and again starting to jump over things again!" "My 2 Doberman Pinschers do not have 'obscene gas' any longer!" My 2 Chinese Cresteds are not breaking out and having dry skin any more!" My Ragdolls are not having a lot of smell or stool volume in the litter boxes!" "My cats now do not have the major problems with hairballs!" "My Eskies are not tearing like they used to!" "Houdini, my 13 yr old Eskie is just as goofy now again as he was as a puppy!" "I am not feeding my Doberman Pinschers 8 cups of food a day on the previous foods anymore to keep their weights, they are eating 3.5 cups a day now and looking wonderful!" "My Toy Eskies are only needing 1/2 the amount of food a day now and keeping their weights even with running them!" "My cats are not leaving shedding balls of fur nor scratching themselves anymore." "My Eskies feet are turning white again, they stopped the licking and chewing!" "I am not bathing them as often as before, they don't have the staining adhereing now to their coats with the red clay here in SC." "Brushing and combing is showing not very much hair coming out like it was before!" "Our puppies have grown at a even rate!" "The constant dry coats are now gone. I don't need the conditioner as heavy". "I am finding it harder to poop scoop in the dog yard, the poop is so much smaller!" _ALL from my journal here at StaFra!
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