Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Daily Omega3 All Natural Supplement


In our quest to keep our pets healthier and safer I have been looking for a natural healthy product not only to help one ailment but many. That's when I found Ascenta Ultra pure, great tasting omega-3 for dogs and cats. Being a pet lover I hate seeing my pet suffer especially when they get older. So finding a product that takes care of the body from the inside that helps with arthritis, renal function especially in cats, and most cats in their senior years are being diagnosed with kidney disease. It also really helps their skin and coats but not only that it helps heart health function, immune system health. There is another reason I wanted an all natural supplement, our adopted shelter cats all have URI so we wanted them to have a better immune system and since I have been giving them Ascenta Feline Omega3, their sneezing went down from sneezing all day long, to maybe a couple sneezes a day and not at all. With no recurring events of URI. 
 I just heard a wonderful story about a gentlemen and his dog who has epilepsy. The dog would have seizures daily and now since his owner has been giving him Ascenta Canine Omega3 fish oil on a daily basis, he has had fewer seizures and they are a lot milder. So there you have it two case studies and mine was personal experience. Now that I found such a great product I wanted to let you know and help spread the word. We can make a difference in our pets lives.


Canine Omega3
Is EPA & DHA fish oil supplement.
Omega3 is beneficial to maintain: Joint Health, growth and reproduction, skin and coat health, heart healthy and endurance, renal function, immune system health.
Used by Veterinarian institutions.
Smokey meat flavor.

Feline Omega3
Omega3 is beneficial to maintain: Joint Health, growth and reproduction, skin and coat health, heart healthy and endurance, renal function, immune system health.
Used by Veterinarian institutions.
Ocean Fish Flavor-All Natural

Monday, March 14, 2011

Are Store bought treats good? What are the ingredients?

Daisy (pictured above) our first lab has a very sensitive stomach . It wasn't until I realized what was making her sick. She seemed to get sick after we would give her the store bought treats. After looking at the ingredients on the bag of treats and I couldn't even pronouced the names of these ingredients. They are called additives and are used to preserve not only treats but commercial pet food as well. One of the ingredients that I researched is called Propylene Glycol and is used in the commercial pet treat industry.

Propylene Glycol:
Propylene glycol is an approved food additive for dog food under the category of animal feed and is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for dogs. Similarly, propylene glycol is an approved food additive for human food as well. The exception is that it is prohibited for use in food for cats because of a species-specific reaction in the body, as noted in 21 CFR 582.1666.
Veterinary data indicate that propylene glycol is toxic to dogs with a 50% chance of being lethal at doses of 9mL/kg, although the figure is higher for most laboratory animals (LD50 at levels of 20mL/kg).
However, propylene glycol may be toxic to cats in ways not seen in other animals. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has determined that its presence in or on cat food has not been shown by adequate scientific data to be safe for use.

Another additive most commonly found in commercial dog treats is called sucrose. Yes, sucrose is Sugar and sometimes called saccharose.  I alway wondered why Daisy would get so hyper after her training session. Yes, at this time I was giving her the store bought treats and guess what the first ingredient listed on the box was? Sugar. I could not beleive it.  No wonder why she got hyper. This is when I began making homemade dog treats for her and morphed into Ledfoots Pet Bakery. Now everyone can purchase a safe healthy pet treat and you don't even have to leave the house.  http://www.ledfootspetbakery.com/

These are just a couple of ingredients found in the store bought treats and food. Ledfoots Pet Bakery only uses the freshest human grade ingredients on the market. If we can not pronounce it then we won't use it.  We find our treats to be the healthiest on the market today.  The bakery treats also have natural health benefits to them,  check out the listings below.

http://ledfootspetbakery.com/St-Patricks-Day-Shamrock-Dog-Biscuits-P1887141.aspx

http://ledfootspetbakery.com/Celebration-Gourmet-Dog-Cookies-P1841138.aspx

 http://ledfootspetbakery.com/Barking-Wheat-Healthy-Homemade-Dog-Treats-4oz-PKG-P366218.aspx

Friday, February 4, 2011

February is Dog Dental Month!

Once again it is February Doggie Dental Month. Good oral care includes going to your veterinarian, as well as good home oral care.  Plaque is a buildup that forms along the gum line from food particles and bacteria. A great home oral care plan can remove plaque. Ledfoots Pet Bakery Carries many All natural oral care products. First we make the all natural breath mint treats which naturally cleans their breath. http://ledfootspetbakery.com/Breath-Mints-All-Natural-Doggie-Treats-1-Pound-Pkg-P1767422.aspx
We also carry the Braided Bully Sticks which naturally cleans the plaque off their teeth and we use this product once a month for our dogs. We carry the 6" braided bully sticks and 12" braided bully sticks. http://ledfootspetbakery.com/6-Free-Range-Braided-Bully-Sticks-Odor-Free--P1569708.aspx
http://ledfootspetbakery.com/12-Free-Range-Braided-Bully-Sticks-Odor-Free-P1282821.aspx

Now you might also be wondering about giving Greenies for your dog. We carry the all natural alternative to Greenies, they are called Terrabones which come in two sizes small and large. http://ledfootspetbakery.com/Terrabone-Small-All-Natural-Dog-Treat-Greenies-P1519490.aspx
http://ledfootspetbakery.com/Terrabone-Large-All-Natural-Dog-Treat-Greenies-P1519495.aspx
http://ledfootspetbakery.com/Terrabone-All-Natural-Dog-Treat-Greenies-P1803791.aspx

You will find all our oral care products under dog chews at http://www.ledfootspetbakery.com/
Check out the deer antlers these are safer then using rawhides.
http://ledfootspetbakery.com/10-12-Giant-Premium-Antler-Free-Range-Dog-Chew-P1278338.aspx

Friday, January 14, 2011

Healthy treats with Benefits!

It is that time of year when I try out new recipes. The last two recipes I tried this week are a hit with our dogs.  They will be added to our website in the near future. All treats made at Ledfoots Pet Bakery have all natural healthy ingredients and offers many benefits. Like our Happy Pumpkin treats are low in calories and high in fiber, it's meat free and low in protein. Pumpkin is great for digestion, helping both firm stools that are loose and to soften stools that are too hard. We also have Cat treats made with pumpkin.
Sweet Potato treats are high in fiber, low in fat, meat free, and low in protein. Sweet potatos are full of potassium, fiber, beta-carotene, vitamins and minerals. Your dogs will love them.
All treats at http://www.ledfootspetbakery.com/ are healthy and offer many benefits for your pets. So place your order today and make them happy and healthier. Your pets will love you even more after trying one of our treats.

Wednesday, January 5, 2011

Dog Training with the Teachers Pet K-9 School!

The most important thing we must do is train our new friends. Being their pack leader takes time and work but if done correctly you both will be rewarded with good behavior and a happier life together. I wanted to introduce you to my friend Kim Bobka owner of Teachers Pet K-9 School. http://www.teacherspetk9school.com/  She has been in business since 1993. Kim specializes in Obedience (on and off leash), therapy dogs, agility, problem solving, competition, and police dogs.  She also just open up her new facility in Sycamore, which is dedicated to her friend who died in the military. The new facility offers private indoor/outdoor suites for the boarding dogs, heated concrete floors for comfort and cleanliness, air conditioning and many more amenities for your best friend. Kimberly trains all breeds including rare breeds and specializes in Rottweilers and German Shepherds. 

If you need advice or need more training for your dog I would call Kim, but if you don't live in the area then it is recommended you find a good quality trainer in your local area.

We had a great time working at the Teachers Pet K-9 School 2010 Holiday party. Pictured above is Roscoe with his owner and one of the many happy students of the K-9 School.

Tuesday, January 4, 2011

Indestructible Dog Toys!

Daisy pictured, is playing with her new Christmas present a dynamite rubber dog toy. She thinks it's hers but it's really Scoobys gift from Santa. But they don't know, any time one of them plays with a toy the other feels the need to also play with the same toy. Just like kids they are. Well it has been a couple a weeks and I only see a few teeth marks in the toy. I can't believe this new toy has not been destroyed yet.  http://ledfootspetbakery.com/Rugged-Rubber-Dynamite-Dog-Toy-P1511777.aspx

Another great toy which has squeakers is the Jr. Boomerang dog toy which is also built to last. http://ledfootspetbakery.com/Indestructible-Dog-Toy-Jr-Boomerang-P1767841.aspx

This is Scooby playing with Daisy's gift from Santa. This dog toy has been filled with Ledfoots Pet Bakery gourmet dog treats and Scooby is having a ball getting the treats out.  It also has been two weeks and this toy has lived up to my chewers. http://ledfootspetbakery.com/Vibram-Ball-4-Durable-Chew-Dog-Toy--P1510387.aspx

All these great toys can be found at http://www.ledfootspetbakery.com/ under dog toys!

Monday, December 20, 2010

Doggie Winter Health Tips!

Daisy and Scooby play in the snow just like little kids. Since it is winter we must take precautions to make them safe. Here is small list of precautions we all must take into consideration this season.
  • Antifreeze, which often collects on driveways and roadways, is highly poisonous. Although it smells and tastes good to your dog, it can be lethal.
  • Rock salt, used to melt ice on sidewalks, may irritate footpads. Be sure to rinse and dry your dog's feet after a walk.
  • Provide plenty of fresh water. Your dog is just as likely to get dehydrated in the winter as in the summer. Snow is not a satisfactory substitute for water.
  • Frostbite is your dog's winter hazard. To prevent frostbite on its ears, tail and feet, don't leave your dog outdoors for too long.
  • Be very careful of supplemental heat sources. Fireplaces and portable heaters can severely burn your dog. Make sure all fireplaces have screens, and keep portable heaters out of reach.
  • Like people, dogs seem to be more susceptible to illness in the winter. Take your dog to a veterinarian if you see any suspicious symptoms.
  • Don't use over-the-counter medications on your dog without consulting a veterinarian.  
     We hope you have a happy and safe winter season. 

To place your order for Healthy All Natural Goumet Pet Treats go to http://www.ledfootspetbakery.com/