Transcript Animal Supplementation by Jessa Ericson

Vitamins and Minerals
If my pet is on a natural food, doesn’t he get
enough nutrients?
Even though vitamins and minerals are added to
dry foods after the heating process, there is no
way to know how much of each your pet is
getting.
These “sprayed on” nutrients are synthetic and
not as potent as vitamins and minerals that
come from “whole food” sources.
Even ingredients in natural diets (dry or raw) are
not as nutritionally complete as they could be
due to erosion and mineral depletion in the soil.
What vitamin/mineral supplements
does the Barkery have that come
from “whole food” sources?
Missing Link: also a good source of
“omegas” or fatty acids
Solid Gold Seameal: also a very potent
source of antioxidants
Digestive Enzymes
What are they and why are they important
for my pet?
Enzymes are found naturally in the body
and are used to break down food into
components that can be used for energy.
They also help the body absorb nutrients.
The more efficient the body is at breaking
down food, the more nutrients it can
utilize.
Benefits of Enzyme Supplementation
Helps decrease the odor of feces
Helps cats that tend to vomit after eating
Improves skin and hair coat
Assists in recovery from surgery, illness or injury
Reduces the effects of aging
Aids in cancer and other disease prevention
Minimizes the negative effects of cancer
therapies
Reduces the size of cancerous tumors
Benefits continued…
Speeds healing after surgery
Reduces susceptibility to bloat
Aids in reproduction
Prevents susceptibility to allergic reactions
Retards periodontal disease
Reduces inflammation / soreness of muscle and
joint pain
Boosts the immune system
Enzymes benefit pets of all ages, but
especially senior pets because their
bodies don’t continue to produce as many
enzymes as they once did.
The Barkery carries ZymaPro, which
contains enzymes to break down
carbohydrates, proteins, fats, fiber, starch
and sugars.
Probiotics
Probiotics are the “good bacteria” naturally
found in the intestines of animals
Periods of illness, injury or stress can
deplete the body of this bacteria, making
digestion difficult and worsening the pet’s
condition.
Benefits of Probiotics
Reinforce the intestinal barrier to prevent
the attachment of pathogens and the entry
of allergens into the system
Aid in the digestion of proteins
Detoxify disease causing organisms
Lower cholesterol
Stimulate the immune system
When does my pet need
probiotics?
Puppies, kittens, and senior pets need the
added supplementation of probiotics
Healthy adult pets can benefit from daily
supplements, but definitely need them when:
– Transitioning to new foods
– During and after use of antibiotics, which kill both the
bad AND the good bacteria in the body
– Any time the immune system is compromised from
stress (road trip, new pet) or illness
Probiotics Available at the Barkery:
Thomas Laboratories: Acidophilus Powder
First Choice Naturals, Inc.: 4 in 1
Probiotics for Pets
Sedona Labs: iFlora Acidophilus 4-Pets
Eagle Pack: Holistic Transition and Holistic
Solution
Supplemental Oils
Every dog and cat, young or old, benefit
from a supplementation of nutritional to
their diet.
They contain Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs)
as well as other vitamins
Benefits of Adding Oil to Your Pet’s
Diet
Makes coat shiny and smooth
Reduces dry, flaky skin
Lubricates joints
Increases metabolic rate
Increases energy and stamina
Reduces inflammation
Oils Available at the Barkery:
Halo: Dreamcoat
Nordic Naturals: Cod Liver Oil
Solid Gold: Flax Seed Oil
Nutiva: cold-pressed, extra-virgin Coconut
Oil
Alaskan Bear Treats: Salmon Oil
These are just a few of the many
supplements we have available. We also
carry a variety of other supplements for
specific needs in the form of herbal,
homeopathic and flower essence
formulas.