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What Is Burdock?

What is Burdock?

Burdock, also known as arctium lappa, is an edible root native to Europe, Asia and Japan. A well known herb used for many centuries as a blood purifier and system cleanser, Burdock is excellent at detoxifying the tissues and removing unwanted substances from the body.

What are the Benefits of Using Burdock?

Burdock is still widely used as a purifying agent, highly regarded to promote health in cells, thus supporting functioning of the immune system. Because of its cleansing and detoxifying properties, burdock is also a great tonic for healthy skin.

Burdock is also an effective digestive tonic, especially after following an overly rich and unhealthy diet. Research has shown its liver supportive properties and its ability to maintain balance in body fluid levels, helping the kidneys to maintain their natural action of flushing out toxins. Burdock has also shown positive results in helping to maintain blood sugar levels within the normal range and is even useful for eye health.

Burdock is found in the following PetAlive products:
Cushex Drops™
Eye-Heal™
DetoxPlus™
Kidney Support™
LiverAid™

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Tips For A Harm Free, Healthy Holiday Season With Your Pet

Around Thanksgiving and the holidays, time is usually spent visiting with family and friends, with the inevitable hustle and bustle of the season.

People are streaming into the house, providing loving cuddles for your pet and often good food (but perhaps not good for them)! Be sure to have a plan for your pet ready before your guests arrive.

Kitchen & Food Safety

Pets have very sensitive noses and can pick up scents before a human can, so don’t be surprised when you have four paws under you while cooking.

Though your pet may just be waiting for a snack to fall from a plate or bowl, it is dangerous for pets to be in the kitchen with sharp utensils and hot surfaces around. Pets can unfortunately receive burns from hot dishes and drippings accidentally spilled on the floor.

Use a baby gate or seclude your pet from cooking areas while you are cooking dinner.

Just Say No to Scraps

Most holiday human food is very rich and never a good idea to feed to your pets, but there are times when Fluffy or Fido seem to get a table scrap or two in their paws. Turkey and ham bones are bad for pets because of their sharp edges and the splinters that they produce, which can cause serious digestive damage. Try giving your pet an irresistible toy instead to keep their mind distracted from turkey dinner.

Not only are bones bad for pets, but drippings as well. Turkey and ham drippings can cause digestive upset in animals, leading to symptoms such as vomiting and diarrhea. Also, an ice cube is a fun way to keep your pet distracted; they will see it is from the refrigerator and will think they are getting something special without the side effects of human food.

To promote healthy digestion, try Digestive Support™ and to promote healthy, firm stool formation, try RuniPoo Relief™.

Banish Bad Behavior

In addition to digestive problems, you should resist feeding pets turkey tidbits to manage behavioral issues, as well. Though it is tempting, treats can cause unsatisfactory behavior for more dinners to come, as dinnertime begging can be a hard habit to break in pets.

Begging for food may be cute with you and your family, but when guests are in the house, it becomes bothersome and embarrassing. Before dinner, try to tell your guests not to feed your pet under the table, and keep an eye on little ones that can’t help but give in to sad pet eyes.

You may want to seclude your pet into their own separate room around dinnertime. To promote good behavior, leave your pet with snacks and toys and even some music playing in the background. Before the holidays, try scheduling your pet for obedience classes to help ensure good behavior for your guests on Thanksgiving.

Also, keep in mind that increased activity and traffic in the house may upset your pet’s demeanor and disrupt your pets’ routine. Continue to keep your pets on the same feeding and exercise schedule during the holidays to help promote a relaxed atmosphere.

To support behavior modification efforts, try Problem Pet Solution

Question:
"My puppy is 8 months old and has been sick on and off since Thanksgiving. The vet seems to think that our puppy is not able to digest his food. He is currently on four meds. Each time we switched his food, we did it slowly and properly, and only change one thing at a time, as you would with a food allergy. We are really worried that he is more sick than we realize and that he is missing out on a lot of good nutrition that he needs as a puppy - regardless of the type of food we give him. We're afraid he's going to have more health issues when he becomes a full grown dog. Help!"
– Carleen

Answer:
We recommend Digestive Support™, a 100% herbal remedy specially formulated to help pets who suffer from chronic digestive conditions. Digestive Support contains three carefully chosen herbs in therapeutic dosage to soothe and protect the digestive system.

Also try RuniPoo Relief™, a 100% herbal remedy that promotes firm stool formation and healthy bowel functioning, plus soothes the stomach. You can use these remedies together with the medicine that the vet has given him quite safely.

The PetAlive team

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Natural Treatment For Cat That Scratches & Bites

Q. "What can I do about my cat's behavior? When I try to put him in his travel crate, he bites and scratches most of the time."

A. We recommend that you try our Aggression Formula™. This remedy contains a unique combination of specially selected herbal and homeopathic ingredients well known for their ability to encourage peaceful attitudes.

These ingredients are supportive for both dogs and cats. Especially aimed at pets that tend to vocalize and physically vent their frustrations, Aggression Formula helps to treat the problem of aggression in easily agitated or socially inept pets, and allows your pet to relax.

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How to prepare and care for your pet while traveling

Summer is a popular travel season for many families, and furry friends are often a great factor to weigh-in when in making get-away plans. Whether pets travel along with their owner or find alternate housing during time away, there are many things to consider regarding pets’ overall health, comfort, and safety.   

Traveling with pets can pose many changes in environment, which can result in disturbances in a dog or cat’s delicate system such as digestive upsets and changes in mood. Taking some time to plan for a pet’s comfort can greatly enhance its travel experience, and eliminate some potential pitfalls.

Whether an itinerary involves a plane or car, many of the same tips for care apply. Before making arrangements, ensure that vaccinations, health certificates, and identification tags are up-to-date, and that the pet has a full supply of necessary medications. Compile a simple first aid kit with minor wound care supplies, anti-diarrhea and digestive remedies, and emergency phone numbers. Natural remedies can also be used to provide excellent support for many common conditions, without side effects.

Take care of grooming issues before travel, such as bathing and trimming nails, in case facilities are not available for use. Also be sure to evaluate your pet’s current state of health, addressing any minor or potential problems well in advance.

Many animals become uncomfortable in unfamiliar environments, so minimizing disturbances or providing reassurance throughout the journey can be very helpful in easing anxiety or curbing aggression, which may result from fear of the unknown. Bring along a favorite toy or feeding dish.

You can also make use of natural remedies to provide additional support for mood imbalances commonly experienced during travel. Many herbal and homeopathic ingredients are well known for their ability to provide effective relief without creating dependency or side effects.

If traveling by car, take a few short rides to acclimate the dog or cat to the experience. Cats are often best suited to travel in a crate, and dogs are often well inclined to them, as well. Allow time for breaks and walks in the travel schedule, allowing the animal to stretch and exercise. This too can help with easing the stress of a new environment. Try to feed the pet its largest meal in the evening or upon reaching the destination to ease digestive discomfort or motion sickness. Keep in mind the perishableness of wet food, and acclimate the dog or cat to eating dry food a few days before departure to help minimize stomach upsets. Consider supplementing its diet with natural digestive support remedies to maintain health during travel.

When traveling by plane, always confirm pet regulations well in advance so that preparations can be made as necessary. Take into consideration the climate differences and try to book a flight in the early morning or in the evening, whenever weather is more comfortable. Also, consult with a vet for proper feeding instructions based on your pet’s age, size, time and distance of the flight. Generally, traveling on an empty stomach is best. The day of travel, arrive at the airport early to allow your pet to exercise and adapt to the crate.

If boarding the animal is unavoidable, thoroughly research the best options for doing so. As summer is a very popular time of travel, booking reservations well in advance is often a necessity. In addition, since your pet will be exposed to other animals and potential illnesses, consider supplementing its diet with an immunity-boosting remedy to support systemic health. Also, try and plan for possible ill health scenarios, and have remedies on-hand or available to give to caretakers in case they are needed. When possible, leave the pet with friends or family, in an environment they are familiar and comfortable staying in. 

When a pet is away from home, be sure to perform a daily health check (or advise its caretaker to do so). Monitor and evaluate appetite, energy, and overall disposition. Also look out for unusual discharges from the nose and eyes, as well as scratching, biting, itching, changes in elimination, or unfamiliar lumps or bumps. While preventative health precautions are always best, early detection of a problem is the next best thing.

My vet referred us to [Easy Travel Solution] for the car, which has been very effective for my cat. Thanks for your great service! It is always a pleasure to deal with your staff!" - Neville K.

"Pet Alive is the only product line I trust for my animals. I use your remedies for all my cats and dogs and have just added RuniPoo Relief to my collection. I just wanted to let you know that once again I am not disappointed. RuniPoo Relief is just as effective as all your other products." -Tammi Berera

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For comfort and relief of common troubles during travel:

• EasyTravel Solution™ Make pet journeys a pleasant and easy experience for owners and pets
• Flatulence Preventer™ Promote digestive health and reduce common gas and unpleasant smells
• Muscle and Joint Support™ Support healthy muscles, joints and bones naturally
• Natural Moves for Pets™ For regular bowels and digestive system
• Digestive Support™ Herbal digestive tonic supports healthy digestion in pets
• Problem Pet Solution™ Support good behavior and maximize training efforts
• Respo-K™ Support respiratory and immune system functioning
• RuniPoo Relief™ Supports healthy digestion and bowel functioning
• Performance Plus™ Support brain functioning & physical performance while promoting health & energy
• PetCalm™ Effective tonic for pet nervous system and harmony
• Aggression Formula™ Discourage routine restlessness and promote soothed behavior

To boost immunity and promote overall health before and after travel or boarding:

• KC-Defense™ Support respiratory health, clear throat and a strong immune system 
• Immunity & Liver Support™ Herbal tonic to support healthy immune system and liver functioning
• DetoxPlus™ Supports the body’s natural ability to eliminate waste and toxins, and promote systemic health
• Parvo-K™ Support digestive harmony and normal fluid balance
• Parasite Dr.™ Support digestive health and integrity
• PetHeal™ Support health in connective tissues, soft tissue, tendons, muscles & bones
• Ring-Ex™ Support normal levels of dermal fungus and promote skin health
• Skin and Coat Tonic™ Restore shine to coats and promote healthy skin
• TF-Defense™ Support iron absorption and red blood cell integrity
• Vi-Pro Plus™ Support a healthy digestive system and maintain firm stools

Natural Dental Health For Dogs And Cats

QUESTION

"My 13 year old Yorkie has kidney troubles. She is on a low-protein diet and takes medication. She also has some issues with her gums, but because of her kidney problems, we have been advised against putting her under anesthesia for cleaning. Will this product help in any way or could its ingredients be contra-indicated for a dog with these problems?"
- Susan

ANSWER

Hi Susan,

Thank you for your query. You are to be commended for researching the use of natural alternatives. We can recommend our PetAlive Gumz-n-Teeth™ for healthy teeth and gums in your pet. This remedy would have no contradictions with your pet's kidney condition.  Gumz-n-Teeth is a 100% safe and natural combination of herbal and homeopathic ingredients in an internal formula for promoting general dental health in pets.

Use PetAlive Gumz-n-Teeth:

• For healthy teeth and gums
• To promote health in the immune system
• To support bones and teeth
• As a general nutritional supplement

Keeping Your Dog And Cat's Teeth & Gums Healthy

Hints for Tip-top Teeth & Gums

Maintaining your pet’s dental health is a very important part of caring for your pet, yet nearly half of all pets suffer from gum disease, calculus, and dental problems.

Since dental health is linked with overall wellness, when proper care is not given to our pets’ gums and teeth, the risk of disease and illness greatly increases. Problems can include liver, kidney, heart inflammation, and infection.

Also consider the many uses of your pet’s teeth! Dogs and cats make much fuller use of their teeth than humans do - using them in ways we usually use our hands—which is just another reason why it is so important to help maintain and promote health.

There are many natural remedies and approaches you can take to help promote oral health.  The PetAlive line offers four proven products that promote good oral health. As with other health issues, preventative care is best!

• Begin better health from the inside out. Good nutrition, which includes lean meats, whole grains, and natural-based treats offers a good foundation for health. In addition, there are many foods specially formulated to reduce plaque and discourage tartar build-up.

  Related Products To Keep Your Pet's Healthy

  Products to Promote Oral Health:

  • Gumz-N-Teeth™ - Promote healthy teeth and gums
  • Immunity & Liver Support™ - Promote immune system and liver functioning
  • Oral Health Mouth Spray™ - Promote oral health and address dog and cat breath
  • Pup Teeth Granules™ - Relieve pain and discomfort associated with teething

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• Regularly brush your pet’s teeth. Again, maintenance is key to prevention. Ask your vet about the specific needs of your pet, as some breeds are more prone to disease.

• Inspect your pet’s teeth. Also be sure to pay attention for any changes in your pet’s eating habits (which may be linked to painful chewing) or foul-smelling breath, which is usually the first indicator of a problem. However, be aware that the gum line is slightly indented and can harbor the calculus-causing bacteria for months on end without being affected by your pet’s eating.

• Take your pet for regular dental check-ups.

• Use natural preventative remedies to fight gum disease. Always consider the holistic method of caring for your pet, particularly since dental health is so interrelated with overall well-being.