On January 24th, shelters all over the United States will draw attention to animal shelters and encourage pet adoption on Change a Pet's Life Day. If your home is full-up with four-legged friends on this important day try thinking about how you can change your own pets’ lives. Some of the most common pet health issues may be addressed with easy-to-use supplements that can change the quality of your pet’s life, making him happier, healthier, and more comfortable.
Supporting Emotional Health Means a Happier Pet
Considering your pet’s emotional and behavioral health is another component of his overall wellbeing. Like humans, pets experience stress. Prolonged stress impairs pet’s ability to fight off illnesses & infections. In addition, behavior problems in dogs are often related to underlying emotional factors.
Supplements like flower essences can calm pets and reduce emotional stress. The specialized infusions of various blossoms work synergistically to help address the common situations that affect all our animals at one time or another throughout their lives: Trauma, stress, abandonment loss of a loved one, aggression, insecurity and others. The 14 different blends by Arenus are issue-specific, to address the various emotional conditions that are keeping your pet from enjoying more happy moments.
Supporting Joint Health Helps Dogs Stay Active
Researchers estimate that at least one in five dogs suffers from poor joint health, affecting all sizes and ages, large breeds, small breeds, young and old. Joint issues are not fun for you or your pet. The right supplement can ease discomfort and return your dog to the activities you both enjoy together.
Many joint supplements on the market today contain the same ingredients that have been used for the past ten years. But there is one relatively new source of joint building blocks in one ingredient, called NEM®, or natural eggshell membrane. It has glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate, hyaluronic acid, collagen, peptides and amino acids all in one source and in the appropriate biologic ratio. Studies of NEM® in humans found people felt results in 7-10 days, compared to 6-8 weeks with glucosamine and chondroitin. Steadfast® Canine by Arenus contains NEM, as well as other ingredients to support all your dog’s critical joint components including tendons, ligaments, cartilage, and bone.
Supporting Skin & Coat Health Keeps Dogs More Comfortable
If your dog scratches excessively he is probably uncomfortable. Some skin conditions may be due to allergic reactions to corn, soy, wheat, or gluten in pet foods. But more often itchy, dry skin in dogs is due to insufficient omega-3 fatty acids in their diet. A fish oil supplement, like CoatPlus™, can help support a healthy skin and coat in dogs.
Research has shown that dogs fed a diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids had a shinier and softer coat than those fed a more basic diet. More importantly, feeding the diet that included the omega-3 fatty acids resulted in less shedding and less dander produced. Scientists have concluded that fish oil and its fatty acid components have many benefits and support healthy skin and coats in dogs.
Supporting Digestive Health Strengthens a Dog’s Immune System
Many health challenges begin in the gastrointestinal system, therefore promoting good digestive health is critical to your dog’s overall wellbeing. Scientists are also studying the connection between healthy digestion and a strong immune system. Since 70% of circulating white blood cells live in gastrointestinal (GI) tract, it makes sense that supplementing your dog’s digestive health may help him fight off disease and live a longer, healthier life.
Adding enzymes to your pet’s food will improve digestion by allowing pets to absorb all the nutrients they possibly can from their food. Both prebiotics and probiotics will further support GI health by increasing the naturally-occurring bacteria already present in your dog’s gut, though the two do that in slightly different ways. Assure® Canine supplement by Arenus contains enzymes and prebiotic in two formulas, each specifically tailored to different pet food formulations, for optimal results.
Arenus strives to create unique health products that holistically address specific issues. Our supplements for joint, digestive, skin & coat, and emotional support are grounded in solid science and formulated with the input of scientists, nutritionists, veterinarians and other animal professionals. For more information about our supplements, please visit www.arenus.com/.