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06 11th, 2009

main2You and I realize the value of taking herbal remedies to support healthy immune system function and to keep the liver functioning properly. We are aware of the role that antioxidants play in preventing age-related diseases. The diet of an animal in the wild would often include these antioxidants and herbs. But, they are mostly lacking in our dog food and wellness cat food.

Our four-footed family members deserve the best care that we can possibly provide for them. While living safely indoors with us protects them, it also limits their capability to take care of their own health, as they would do instinctively.

In the wild, they would seek out milk thistle, cat’s claw or echinacea when they were feeling unwell. These are not plants that we grow in our backyards as most people consider them to be weeds. You may notice after rainy periods when weeds begin to sprout, that your dog may nose among the weeds and chew on them. This is where our animals may find these natural cures for what ails them but this source falls far short of their requirements to maintain good health. 

Luckily, there are some supplement companies that realize the importance of our cat and dog food nutrition. They make dietary supplements for humans also, and follow the same safe manufacturing practices for pet supplements. These supplements are meant to make up for some of the short-comings in the diets of our animal friends.

C-Caps by Native Remedies, are among the best dietary supplements on the market. They were created specifically for dogs and cats. They contain no artificial ingredients and none of the artificial colors that are present in many pet foods and even in the nutritional supplements sold by major corporations.
The principle ingredients of C-Caps are:

Astragalus - an ancient herbal remedy, because of its possible use to treat cancer. It has been used to help maintain healthy blood sugar levels, increase vitality and improve appetite.

Mistletoe - a highly nutritious plant that animals would naturally eat in the wild. It is a popular herbal remedy in Europe, where it is used to treat circulatory problems, respiratory problems and cancer.

Echinacea - a well-known plant that supports normal blood pressure and stimulates the immune system.

Indian ginseng - a tonic herb that supports growth, strengthens the immune system and nourishes the blood.

Milk Thistle - used as a liver tonic for thousands of years. It has been recommended for cirrhosis, jaundice and hepatitis. Modern research has found that the plant contains a compound called silymarin, which is responsible for its beneficial effects.

Cat’s Claw - another plant that supports and maintains the immune system.

Remember, these ingredients do not suppress symptoms. They treat the causes of the symptoms. They support the body’s ability to fight disease.

Whether your animals are well and healthy or suffering from chronic health problems, C-Caps are a good investment

Electronic Pet Doors
Author: Gordon
06 11th, 2009

dlg-door21With the choice of so many models of pet doors, you should have no difficulty finding the perfect one for your home.

The electronic dog door is great for so many reasons. It is much more secure than the average cat door or dog door. Burglars can’t use them and wild animals and strays are firmly locked out as well, while baby is locked in.

Since the electronic pet door use special collars or tags on the collar to trigger the door, you can control which pets can enter and exit your home via the pet door. By removing the collars or tags, you can even control when your pet uses the pet door.

In some models, there may be a control panel which will let you turn the pet door on and off with the push of a button, or allow your pet only a one-way trip through the door. This provides even more security to your home, and to your pet.

An electronic dog door is also economical. The owner does not have to be a door attendant and since they prevent air leakage you’ll save on heating and cooling unit’s energy bills, which is also good for the environment.
For even more security, magnetically operated doors, using no batteries or electricity, will continue to operate even if you lose power.

There are many forms of the cat and the dog door on the market, but automatic pet doors are arguably the most useful.