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Tuesday, November 11, 2014

Major R F Wall and Sir Frederick Hobday endorse Darlings raw food diet

On 1st December 2005 at 4.23pm (or was it 4.24, I forget now) Mrs Self and I met by the Information Booth in Grand Central and last year on the same day, and at the same time, and in the same place we got married there. (If you are very bored and really have nothing better to do you will find the story and photos in the NY Times). This year, wanting to celebrate the happy day, but feeling that a change of venue was called for, we decided to nip up to Hay on Wye for a couple of days walking.

It seems like 30 years or more since Richard Booth, a second hand bookseller, put the place on the map by declaring himself King of Hay. Thats because it was 30 years or more. The media flocked to the sleepy little market town and so did other booksellers and now it is pretty much the most popular second hand book destination in the country.

HRHs main bookshop (there is a second one in the castle) hasnt changed much over the years (although it is now owned by an American who is smartening it up) and there is still a large section on DOGS. Thats right DOGS. You probably thought I was never going to mention DOGS but I was leading up to it thats all.

So, when it rained and rained and rained on Sunday we pottered over to the Booth emporium and spent a happy couple of hours browsing. Mrs. S in the horse section, me in the dog section. Of all the books I ended up buying my favourite is: Keeping a Dog by Major R.F. Wall with a foreword by Sir Frederick Hobday (you couldnt make this up) published in 1933 and dedicated To Jumbo from Uncle John.

There are many gems to be gleaned from this excellent and entertaining tome but I will confine myself to just one quote from the chapter on feeding: The majority of dogs readily digest and thrive on raw meat. A useful reminder that before the pet food industry started brainwashing everyone it was generally accepted that dogs should be fed a raw food diet.

Friday, October 31, 2014

4Health Performance Formula Adult Dog Food Review And Buy

In order to show love for your dog, you have to feed it well. If you give it healthy foods, then you are likely to increase the lifespan of your pet. In this case, it will always be free from certain diseases. This also keeps it strong at all the times. This is the reason why you should try 4 health dog food. The food product is sold to customers in various outlets to feed their bets.

Product description

The manufacturers of this formula aim at meeting significant nutritional requirements of adult dogs. The product has both proteins as well as fats that are needed by most living organisms. This implies that your dog will always remain very active when it is fed on this type of food. In addition to this, the dogs will be very strong. The following are some of the benefits associated with this dog food:

It helps in improving the coat and skin of your pet healthy all the time. This is necessitated by the presence of Omega-3 fatty acids in this food.Enhancing the digestive system activity.

The product contains fiber blend that is very vital for supporting the role of digestion in pets.

Antioxidant role- Being a source of selenium and vitamin E, the dog is likely to be free from various diseases that may result from free oxygen radicals produced within its body.

The formula tastes greatly because it has fresh chicken in it.

It is a good source of carbohydrates as well because of its natural grains like barley and rice content.

Ingredients

The formula has several ingredients put together professionally to meet the needs of your dog. It is made up of: Chicken meal, fish meal, salt, dried beet pulp, zinc sulphate, glucosaminehydrochloride, folic acid, riboflavin , vitamin E supplement and iron proteinate among other ingredients.

Conclusion

4 health dog food has been analyzed professionally and found to be fit for dog consumption. This implies that you need not to worry about its safety. It has high calorie content that will enhance the activitity of your pet. Just ensure you also give the pet plenty of water.

You Can Buy It From Here

Thursday, October 23, 2014

Fish Fish Meal and Ethoxyquin – Danger Do you Really Want This in Your Dog and Cat Food

This article discusses two very important issues regarding your dog’s diet and health…

Fish in your Dog’s Diet – is it really as good for your dog as the pet food industry purports it to be? and;
The Very Dangerous Preservative used in Fish Meal – Ethoxyquin and why you should stop feeding your dog any product that contains fish meal.

First, Let’s Talk About Fish in Your Dog’s Diet and Pet Food Industry Deceit/Greed

Fish-based dog kibble has become a very in-demand consumer item on pet store shelves. But is it really good for your dog – the answer is NO, and here is why…

It is very important to understand that when provided in the right quantity - fatty fish (i.e. herring, mackerel, menhaden, salmon, sardines, sprat), are an excellent source of protein and omega 3 fatty acids.

If fish represents a large portion of a dog’s daily diet (or if fed fish exclusively) fish becomes a very dangerous food stuff. Large amounts can result in a thiamine (Vitamin B1) deficiency, leading to:

Appetite loss;
Weight loss;
Seizures, and in severe cases;
Death.

On a daily basis, my dogs each get a small piece of fatty fish; however this fish represents only a small percentage of their daily food intake.

So, in light of the fact that too much fish can be damaging to a dog’s health...

Why are pet food manufacturers producing lines of dog kibble that feature primarily fish? To make money from waste that would otherwise be thrown away...

Because...

They use the by-product of fish processed for human consumption - which they would otherwise have to throw away - and instead make money on this waste product;

Fishery waste is i.e. fin, tail, head, scales, sludge) which cannot be used in human-grade products;

They use whole fish that cannot be used to produce human-grade food – i.e. the fish was dead, diseased or dying when harvested.
They can use fish meal, an inexpensive source of protein;

Fish meal is made from fish harvested for that specific purpose – i.e. herring, menhaden, pollack, etc.

And They Make It Sound Like You are Getting Great Value For your Money...

But What They Are Really Doing is...

Conning you into thinking the product is great for your dog by leveraging the ‘hot’ words Omega Fatty Acids;
Taking advantage of the growing number of dogs that are acquiring food sensitivities to more typical protein sources (like beef and chicken) which are full of toxins (growth hormones, antibiotics). Also unless the label on the food says otherwise is from dead, diseased, dying or disabled (4D) animals.

In other words – the pet food industry is not introducing fish into your dog’s diet for your dog’s health but instead to make a tidy profit regardless of the health cost to your dog.

The irresponsibility does not stop there…

Having advised many client’s about truly nutritional and safe diets for their dog’s I have had a lot of opportunity to hear the expectations of those loving humans who try to provide the best for their dogs. I have heard so many say ‘but the pet store staff told us this was a good product’ or ‘the label says Omega Fatty Acids, and this is an expensive-to-purchase kibble so we thought it really did meet nutritional requirements for our dog’s daily intake of Omega Fatty Acids’. I then walk them through the ‘rip-off’. Most consumers have absolutely no idea what is the correct ratio of Omega 3:6. They also do not know the serious impact on their dog’s health of an non-balanced intake. The manufacturers know that the typical consumer is not well-informed regarding this issue – and take advantage they do – big time.

Despite the fact that manufacturers are leveraging the idea of great health via the provision of Omega Fatty Acids, I have not seen one dog food – including fish-based kibbles, that provide a proper balance of Omega 3 to Omega 6 Fatty Acids. The ratio should be in the range of 2:1 for Omega-3 to Omega-6. Meaning for every 1 part of Omega 6 there should be 2 parts Omega 3.

Commercially made dog food is - in every product I have looked at to date, in direct opposition to this essential balance. If you look at a dog food kibble label you will find copious amounts of Omega 6 and in comparison an infinitesimal amount of Omega 3. An out-of-balance ratio can disrupt the balance of pro and anti-inflammatory agents in the body resulting in chronic inflammation and elevation of the risk of health issues such as allergies, arthritis, diabetes and more – to understand more about the benefits and risks read more here.

And we have yet to talk about Ethoxyquin…

So what does this have to do with fish?

Well almost all fish meal used in dog and cat food contains Ethoxyquin. Ethoxyquin is used as a preservative in pet foods to prevent the (further) rancidification of fats. It should be noted that much of the meat and fat used in pet food is rancid prior to being processed into the kibble as the ingredients used may be waste that cannot be used in human grade food processing).

But you will NOT see it (Ethoxyquin) listed on the ingredients. And here is why…

Ethoxyquin isan anti-oxidant used as a food preservative and a pesticide (called ‘Stop-Scald’). It is listed and identified as a hazardous chemical by OHSA. It has a rating of 3 on a scale of 1 to 6; with 6 indicating super-toxicity and requiring less than 7 drops to cause death. The containers that Ethoxyquin is stored and shipped in are marked with the word/symbol ‘POISON’. The US Department of Agriculture lists and controls Ethoxyquin as a pesticide.

The FDA has mandated that Ethoxyquin is no longer legal for use in human food – with the exception of some spices. The use of Ethoxyquin remains legal for use in animal grade food.

Ethoxyquin Is a Known Carcinogen...

It causes:

Cancer of the kidneys;
Significantly increases the chance of stomach tumours, and;
Bladder cancer, it has also been shown to cause;
Allergic reactions;
Behaviour problems;
Deformity in puppies;
Infertility;
Organ failure;
Skin problems.

Sixteen plus years ago, on August 14, 1997 the FDA issued a statement (you can read it here) in which the FDA reveals that on July 31, 1997 the FDA advised manufacturers and trade associations for the pet food industry regarding serious issues over the assumed ‘safe’ dosage of Ethoxyquin as related back to the FDA’s ‘voluntary’ request to pet food manufacturers to lower the level of this very toxic chemical in the making of dog food.

A year and a half ago, on May 25, 2012 the FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) issued another notice – this one to remind the industry about the labelling and use requirements for Ethoxyquin. You can read it here.

Suffice it to say that Ethoxyquin is a seriously dangerous substance – banned from human consumption due to its grave and lethal dangers. It should be banned from dog and cat (as well as other animal) food, but to date it has not been.

Why?

Well it is not because it does not pose a very serious threat to non-human animal health but instead due to lobbying. And believe me the company that makes Ethoxyquin is no stranger to the practice of lobbying…

Monsanto the company responsible for lies and conceits, for damaging the environment and the food chain - with their (Monsanto’s) bevy of toxic pesticides and herbicides – with their round-up ready Genetically Modified seeds, knows how to keep their products from being banned…no matter what the cost to human and non human animals, and the environment. Monsanto are after all the masters of greed for profit, regardless of the cost to the health of living beings and ultimately the planet.

So, if you are feeding your dog or cat ANY product that contains fish meal – unless the manufacturer clearly states that the product is ethoxyquin free, throw it in the garbage!

And, in complete contrast to the pet food industry’s intent for your dog – let me just say… this article is for the true health of your dog!

And by the way if you have not had previous exposure to the evils of Monsanto – you can get a crash course by reading here.

You will see the importance and impact to your health as well. And then you will understand why I sign every petition I can against GMO and the evils of Monsanto.

The following are a few examples of food that the manufacturer states are ethoxyquin free...

Acana;
Blue Buffalo;
EVO;
Performatrin;
Orijen

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