The Low-Carb Healthier Dog and Cat– Fight Fat and Find Fitness!

A low-carb diet for pets? You’d better believe it makes sense! I mean, who really knows better than Mother Nature herself? Dogs and cats are carnivores and that means protein, made from real meat!

Pet obesity is on the rise for humans, as well as it is for our pets. According to the National Academy of Science, there are 35 million paunchy pooches. Cats too, are packing on the pounds and of the 86 million household pets, a whopping 6.4% of them have been deemed morbidly obese, as well. So who or what is to blame for the downfall of the ones we love so much?

Many types of fillers; such as corn, wheat, potatoes, and rice are the “what” in the equation. (And just because a food is labeled as “grain free” doesn’t mean that they aren’t masking their products with high calorie starches, which help to bind the food together, but also pack on the pounds).

The “who” unfortunately consists of so many of the pet food manufacturers that care more about their bottom line profits, than the bottoms of the ones we love! The overuse of grains and starches in many of those products has virtually no real nutritional value for the animals. Many of these foods amount to just a lot of empty calories and “off the charts” levels of carbohydrates. Let’s face it; has anyone ever seen a wolf pack “take down a rice paddy”?

The truth is that all those grains can add bulk to a can or a bag, which makes economic sense to the pet food makers, primarily because they’re really cheap. Good for them, but bad for your dog. All the Holistic Veterinarians that I know tell us to avoid all those poor quality grains found in most pet diets, because they have seen a direct correlation to diabetes, chronic kidney disorders, and have linked them to the growing (no pun intended) epidemic of obesity in dogs and cats today.

We know that just like humans; our pets need an abundance of high-quality proteins, (chicken, beef, turkey and fish) along with vegetables to help process them through the system. Nutrition is the single most important factor in the quality of your pet’s life. With it, good health follows. Without it, disease, degeneration and obesity may occur. I have personally seen miraculous changes take place in the lives of the thousands of pets, when their owners focus their attention on diet, (the cause) as opposed to just addressing the symptoms. This philosophy holds true for “pure” bred pets, and mixed breeds alike. The longevity of your pet isn’t inherently limited to breed, but how we care for them as they age. Focus on the entire being, and you’ll quickly understand that the outside of the body is a direct reflection of what is happening internally. Putting more emphasis on high quality food sources will undoubtedly reflect healthier coats, skin and a toned and trim body to show them off.

Know Your Foods:
You may remember a time when pet food was an unnecessary commodity and table scraps were the feast du jour. We probably all ate better back then. Unfortunately, in the case of some manufacturers, more money is spent on packaging, processing and promoting, than providing your pets with a nutritious product that supports the process of healing and fueling the body, and promote proper metabolism.

In the past, we assumed our best friends were getting everything they needed in the “store-bought” foods we fed them. We believed if the labels claimed these foods were “complete and balanced”, then they were adequate to keep our loved ones healthy. The truth is that most pet foods on the market do little more than sustain life (particularly culprit are the grocery store brands). I often liken them to a “potato chips and beer” diet. You could certainly live on it, but not very well and not very long.

So, why aren’t more people putting two and two together when it comes to the lives of their four legged friends? Unfortunately, many conventional veterinarians do not equate chronic health problems with poor quality diet either. Oh sure, there’s the occasional pet doctor that instructs the owner to actually cook chicken or beef and vegetables for a week or two, when the pet is gravely ill. Typically the animal’s health elevates during that timeframe, but afterwards, your pet is back on the commercial, grain based food that likely caused the problem to begin with. There begins the frustrating downward health cycle.

Become a great detective. Start reading labels and use products that contain lots of whole meats and vegetables at the top of the ingredient panel. (Be suspicious of meat meals, though; they’re actually just by-products). If your pets are not exhibiting great health, it’s time to choose a new food or start cooking. I have several easy recipes for fabulous foods that you can find in my book or my blog. It’s all about balance. The right food combinations can create harmony within the body and promote better health for everybody. So, check your labels, chuck the grains and feed wholesome ingredients that visibly make a difference in the ones you love! You’ll know it when you see it! – Great health makes EVERY DAY A HOLIDAY, and who doesn’t want just one yearly trip to the vet?

Don’t ever worry about not being able to feed treats to your dogs and cats. You’ll love how they love Doc Holiday’s All Meat Chicken Treats. Nothing in there but wholesome protein that the body can absorb and assimilate gracefully. White meat chicken breast in bite-sized pieces. No carbs to add weight. Keep your pets slim and trim forever, without depriving them of what they love! (photo of treats and link)

And when you don’t have time to cook, just look at how healthy Doc’s Stew is for your pets. Made in our USDA kitchen, so you know how great it really is! All “human-grade” ingredients in a can – without any fillers at all! Meat and veggies. Just like homemade…only better!

Give your pets the Healthiest Food for the Holidays!

You’re going to see the great results and your pets will love it too!

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Make Every Day A Holiday with Healthier Pets!
Xox
Andi Brown & “Doc” Holiday