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The #WellnessPet Difference – Giant Breed Edition

November 11, 2016 3 Comments

Do you feel completely comfortable with the food you are feeding your giant breed dog? While we feed a rotation diet that includes "all life stages" foods, large breed formulas are great for peace of mind about nutrients. Check out our preferred large breed formula!

The #WellnessPet Difference – Giant Breed Edition

This post is sponsored by Wellness and the BlogPaws™ Pet Influencer Network™. I am being compensated to help share the availability of Wellness Products at PetSmart, but we only share information we feel is relevant to our readers. Neither Wellness nor PetSmart is responsible for the content of this article.

While I feed “all life stages” food sometimes, my preference is usually to feed a formula targeted at large breed dogs. I prefer large breed formulas, especially in busy times, because I don’t have to worry that Mauja and Atka are getting enough nutrients. Specifically, I’m concerned that they are getting the necessary amounts of omegas, glucosamine, and chondroitin. While these nutrients are good for any dog to have, they are especially important for giant breed dogs to maintain healthy skin, coat, hips, and joints.

When feeding an “all life stages” food, I supplement the fluffies’ diet with salmon oil and a hip and joint supplement. This provides me with added comfort, but it’s also additional products I have to buy and ensure I have on hand. A quality large breed formula decreases the need for additional supplements and adds simplicity to my busy life. Thankfully, Wellness® offers several large breed formulas, including one of our absolute favorites.

The Wellness Difference

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At Wellness, we do whatever it takes to create the healthiest foods for the pets that depend on us. Food feeds their souls, sustains their lives, and protects their bodies. That’s why our diverse team of animal lovers, nutritionists, and vets has only one mission: To help you provide your pet a healthy, happy, long life through the power of natural nutrition.

The Wellness Difference is about being more than natural. And it’s not about what is left out = no fillers or artificial ingredients – these are a given for us. True Wellness is about what we put in – a small number of simple, pure, authentic ingredients. We believe this is the way to make superior food for our animals.

Do you feel completely comfortable with the food you are feeding your giant breed dog? While we feed a rotation diet that includes "all life stages" foods, large breed formulas are great for peace of mind about nutrients. Check out our preferred large breed formula!
Atka trying to decide which Wellness product he wants at PetSmart this time!

The focus on ingredients that are included, rather than ingredients left out, is one of my favorite things about Wellness. They’re not focused on simply leaving out unhealthy ingredients. Wellness wants to include the best ingredients to provide high-quality nutrition for your dog. More importantly, you don’t have to worry about Wellness simply adding the latest buzzword to their label.

Wellness® CORE® Large Breed

There are a few distinct differences between the regular CORE line and the large breed CORE formula. In my opinion, the most important difference is the level of glucosamine and chondroitin. While the original CORE formula contains 250 mg/kg of glucosamine and 200 mg/kg of chondroitin, CORE large breed boasts 750 mg/kg of glucosamine and 250 mg/kg of chondroitin. The higher levels will help to keep your giant breed’s hips and joints healthy for life.

Do you feel completely comfortable with the food you are feeding your giant breed dog? While we feed a rotation diet that includes "all life stages" foods, large breed formulas are great for peace of mind about nutrients. Check out our preferred large breed formula!

The second difference is the size of the kibble. If you have a giant breed, you know your dog could easily snort the pieces of kibble up his nose. Big dogs want big kibble that doesn’t get stuck in their teeth! Can’t argue with that 😉

Feeding a large breed formula isn’t a must for your giant breed, but it definitely makes life simpler by including the necessary supplements in the food. Regardless of the CORE formula you choose, you’ll be giving your dog a high-quality, high-protein food filled with all the nutrients your dog needs to thrive.

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Be sure to stop by your local PetSmart and check out the extensive line of Wellness CORE and Wellness® Complete Health™ products! You can follow Wellness on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram and PetSmart on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram as well.

If you have a giant breed dog, have you tried the Wellness CORE Large Breed formula? What’s your dog’s favorite Wellness product?

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Do you feel completely comfortable with the food you are feeding your giant breed dog? While we feed a rotation diet that includes "all life stages" foods, large breed formulas are great for peace of mind about nutrients. Check out our preferred large breed formula!

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Wellness. The opinions and text are all mine.

Filed Under: Reviews, What's New Tagged With: complete health, dog food, great pyrenees, natural, nutrition, wellness

5 Benefits of Bully Sticks + Raw Paws Giveaway

October 6, 2015 14 Comments

Bully sticks are a great treat for your dog and here are 5 reasons why!Bully sticks are a staple in the fluffy house. We always have a large stash and Mauja and Atka are not pleased if they don’t receive their evening chew. Currently, bully sticks are my favorite treat to give the fluffy butts and I’m sure they will be for quite some time.

Why Bully Sticks?
  1. Bully sticks are natural. Bully sticks are a natural treat free of preservatives, chemicals, and dyes and fully digestible – a must for anything I give the pups.
  2. Bully sticks help maintain oral health. They can prevent the build-up of plaque and tartar and stop cavity formation. They also help prevent periodontal disease and gingivitis. I definitely notice a difference in Mauja and Atka’s teeth when they don’t receive bully sticks frequently. I do brush their teeth, but hey – we’re all human and I do forget sometimes! Bully sticks help fill the gap.
  3. Bully sticks relieve boredom. Bored dogs can get into a lot of mischief since they don’t have a proper outlet for their energy. A bully stick can help alleviate boredom and stress through chewing.
  4. Bully sticks are high in protein. A high-protein, low-fat treat is great for overweight dogs and healthy weight dogs alike. Bully sticks also contain vitamins and minerals such as calcium and magnesium for strong bones.
  5. Bully sticks come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. There definitely isn’t a “one size fits all” approach for bully sticks so it is easy to find one best suited for your individual dog. They can be small, long, braided, or even a ring. I like to mix up shapes and sizes to keep it interesting.
Bully sticks are a great treat for your dog and here are 5 reasons why!Why Raw Paws?

I was first introduced to Raw Paws Pet Food at BlogPaws back in May. I’m really not interested in feeding the fluffies raw, so I overlooked the company at first. After a wonderful chat with a member of the Raw Paws team (I don’t remember much – the weekend was a whirlwind!), I pulled up the website to see what they had to offer, fully expecting to see a site full of things I wasn’t interested in purchasing.

I was definitely wrong.

Raw Paws has an entire line of high-quality chews and treats. From antlers to bully sticks to freeze-dried treats, they have it all! Mauja and Atka are chomping on the 6 in Jumbo Bully Sticks, but you can also get standard thickness, 12 in, or bully rings. Most importantly, all products from Raw Paws Pet Food are free of anything artificial, USA raised, and USDA inspected. This gives you peace of mind in what you are feeding your beloved furbaby.

Bully sticks are a great treat for your dog and here are 5 reasons why!If you are interested in raw feeding, I highly recommend stopping by the Raw Paws site for some information and guidance. They make raw feeding easy and affordable for pet parents. You can also schedule a free consultation or have the Raw Paws staff help you create a custom meal plan for your dog.

For those of us not interested in raw feeding, there are several high-quality products we can purchase from Raw Paws Pet Food.

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Filed Under: Reviews, What's New Tagged With: chew, dogs, great pyrenees, healthy, natural, treat

#TruLoveIs a Great Pyrenees (& Wellness TruFood)

October 1, 2015 4 Comments

For me, #TruLoveIs is a Great Pyrenees. For Mauja and Atka, #TruLoveIs Wellness TruFood. TruFood gives pets more of what they need to be vibrant and happy.For me, #TruLoveIs a Great Pyrenees.

For Mauja and Atka, #TruLoveIs Wellness® TruFood®.

This post is sponsored by PetSmart & Wellness Natural Pet Food and the BlogPaws Professional Pet Blogger Network. I am being compensated for helping spread the word about Wellness TruFood, but It’s Dog or Nothing only shares information we feel is relevant to our readers. Wellness Natural Pet Food is not responsible for the content of this article

As many of you know, Mauja and Atka are fed a rotational diet. I like to give them a variety in taste, texture, and nutrients. I don’t want to eat the same thing every day so why should they?

Wellness has always been a staple in their rotation so I was thrilled when I found out about the new TruFood line! A few months ago, I wrote about TruFood and how it is baked rather than extruded (a very important difference which retains more natural vitamins and minerals) and how much the fluffies loved it.

Wellness TruFoodWellness TruFood has more of what pets need to be vibrant and happy by using whole foods from farm, field, and sea. With 70% more raw protein than most other pet foods, your dog is getting more of the nutrients he actually needs. The whole-prey protein is complemented with kale, broccoli, green beans, and grain free fibers such as chickpeas, flaxseed, and lentils that are easier to digest.

In order to support a healthy weight and immune system, TruFood includes powerful superfoods such as beets, blueberries, and cranberries. Digestive health is also enhanced with pumpkin, ginger, turmeric, and live yogurt cultures. Mauja and Atka can have sensitive tummies so I always appreciate when digestive health is a priority.

For me, #TruLoveIs is a Great Pyrenees. For Mauja and Atka, #TruLoveIs Wellness TruFood. TruFood gives pets more of what they need to be vibrant and happy.There are several components to the TruFood line. Your dog (or cat!) can enjoy Baked Blends (dry food), Tasty Pairings (wet food), Coco Chia Bakes, and Protein Bites (treats). We haven’t tried the Protein Bites, but I’m thinking I need to add them to my treat list!

So where can you get your paws on Wellness TruFood?

Easy, you can find it at your local PetSmart®!

Convenient, right?

PetSmartPetSmart carries the full TruFood line. Dry food, wet food, and treats, you can find it all! Have I mentioned the Coco Chia Bakes? I’m always trying to give Mauja and Atka coconut oil and they just aren’t into it. The Coco Chia Bakes include coconut oil and the fluffies LOVE them! I think they look pretty tasty too (no, I haven’t tried them!).

We all want to feed our pets the best nutrition we can and the natural, living nutrition of Wellness TruFood will help them live long, happy lives.

For me, #TruLoveIs is a Great Pyrenees. For Mauja and Atka, #TruLoveIs Wellness TruFood. TruFood gives pets more of what they need to be vibrant and happy.So what are you waiting for?! Grab your pup and head to PetSmart to stock up on some TruFood deliciousness. Can’t make it out? Order it online here! Your pup will thank you.

Has your dog tried Wellness TruFood?

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Filed Under: Healthy, Happy Dog, What's New Tagged With: dog food, dogs, great pyrenees, healthy, natural, nutrition, wellness pet food

Your Dog Comes First at One Dog Organic

September 29, 2015 18 Comments

One Dog Organic Bakery sells healthy, wholesome dog treats just for your dog.

Do you know what’s in your dog’s food and treats?

Do you know how the food and treats were made?

Do you know how long they have sat on the store shelves?

I never really know much beyond the ingredient label and the information on the packaging. Honestly, I didn’t even consider researching how the product was made.

Until recently, that is.

In the past several months, I have really changed my approach to the fluffies’ nutrition. I understand that not only are the ingredients important, but the creation process is equally significant. Unfortunately, that information isn’t always easy to come by. Companies can be very vague when it comes to the manufacturing process.

One Dog Organic Bakery sells healthy, wholesome dog treats just for your dog.

Don’t we deserve to know exactly what we’re giving our furbabies?

I think we do. So does One Dog Organic Bakery.

One Dog Organic Bakery is a small, family owned business interested in getting to know you and your family. Your treats will never sit on the store shelves because they don’t carry inventory. This allows them to cater to your pup’s special needs and bake every order fresh. They use only high-quality, sourced in America ingredients that are certified organic and GMO-free. A GMO-free dog treat bakery is pretty difficult to find.

All of the treat recipes have been vetted by a canine nutritionist to ensure your pup’s dietary needs are being met. You won’t find artificial ingredients in any of the treat recipes. However, you will find treats with vitamins and minerals to support a healthy coat, skin, and immune system.

The most exciting thing about One Dog Organic Bakery is that they are certified as a “human-grade” facility. Our pups’ treats are getting the same care and precautions as we would receive. It’s about time!

One Dog Organic Bakery sells healthy, wholesome dog treats just for your dog.

One Dog Organic Bakery is also a certified green business. From shipping materials to product packaging, they try and reduce their carbon paw print through recycled materials.

Mauja and Atka LOVED these treats. They’re not always the biggest fans of biscuits, but these hit the spot. I love that One Dog Organic Bakery bakes every order fresh and can custom craft an order. The fluffies don’t have any food sensitivities, but many dogs do and miss out on delicious treats. The best part – there’s no extra charge for customization!

So what do you think? Want a chance to win a $25 gift card to One Dog Organic Bakery? Enter below!

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Filed Under: Reviews, What's New Tagged With: dog, dog treats, great pyrenees, healthy, homemade, natural, organic

Only Natural Pet Mega Cow Tails

July 28, 2015 8 Comments

Only Natural Pet Mega Cow Tails

The road to my heart is paved with pawprints. The road to the fluffies’ hearts is paved with cow tails.

Only Natural Pet Mega Cow Tails to be exact.

While Mauja and Atka love bully sticks, I’m always looking for other chews for them. It has become an evening ritual that they come inside, settle down, and relax with a chew. I get some serious pyr paw when I forget their chew. Apparently, forgetfulness is unacceptable to Mauja and Atka.

Great Pyrenees with Only Natural Pet Mega Cow Tail

I guess I’d feel the same way if I was expecting some ridiculously smelly delicious evening treats.

What makes the Mega Cow Tails so desirable?

Well, for Mauja and Atka it’s the taste. Or the smell. Honestly, I’m not really sure. All I know is that it makes them whine incessantly when I open the bag.

For me, I appreciate the details of the cow tails:

  • Made from free-range, grass-fed cattle
  • Single ingredient treat
  • Chewing promotes healthy teeth and gums
  • 100% digestible and natural
  • High protein, low fat
  • Fluffy approved

Great Pyrenees with Only Natural Pet Mega Cow Tails

Do you think the road to your dog’s heart could be paved with Only Natural Pet’s Mega Cow Tails? There’s currently a flash sale to save $10 on orders of $75 or more! Use code “AFLASH10” at checkout!

Disclaimer: It’s Dog or Nothing received this product in exchange for our honest review. Don’t worry – an advertiser will never influence the content of this blog and we only share products we believe in and feel you would enjoy. This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase via one of these links, I will receive a small commission. Thank you for supporting It’s Dog or Nothing!

Filed Under: Reviews, What's New Tagged With: chew, dog, great pyrenees, natural, only natural pet, treat

Pet Paw-Looza Sampling Event #PetPawLooza

May 20, 2015 18 Comments

This week, things are going to the dogs. All of our pooches need a little extra pampering, am I right? Of course I am!

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Hold on. What the fluffy is a sampling event?

Awesome. That’s what a sampling event is. Pet Paw-Looza is a one week event where you will be able to learn about some amazing products and brands. If you participate in the sampling event, you even have the opportunity to win some of these amazing products!

Okay, cool! But how do I participate?

There are several ways to participate in the Pet Paw-Looza sampling event. Here’s a run-down of how to get involved.

RSVP To Win

When you RSVP to Pet Paw-Looza, you will be entered to win a gift basket with products from the brands participating in the sampling event. What’s more important is that you will have access to the official Pet Paw-Looza calendar. This calendar is your must have resource for success in the sampling event! The calendar will keep you up to date on sampling events for each brand.

Wish For It Phase

After you have RSVP’d and received the official calendar, you will be able to “Wish For” the product samples you would like to receive from brands hosting a Sampling Event. Share your “wishes” on social media so your friends know what samples you would like!

Sampling Events

The Sampling Events are the real reason behind the Wish For It phase. You see, you can only send products to friends! In order to receive your desired products, you will need to let others know what you would like to win. I highly encourage you to find a friend before the sampling events begin so you can send the products you wished for to each other. Time to bring back the buddy system! (Make sure to use the links provided in this post to get to each sampling event.)

Flash Giveaways

Okay, here’s when things start to get crazy. There will also be flash giveaways on the Facebook pages of participating bloggers. You won’t know what the giveaway is until it is posted, so make sure you utilize your calendar to know when to check for each flash giveaways.

Holy fluffy! What brands are participating?

Riley’s Organic Dog Treats

Riley's Organic Dog Treats - Pet Paw-Looza

These delicious, organic treats have no wheat, corn, soy, pesticides, preservatives, added sugar, added salt, or animal by-products. With flavors such as Peanut Butter & Molasses, Sweet Potato, Apple, and Pumpkin & Coconut, there’s sure to be a flavor to suit every pooch. Even better – these treats come in large AND small sizes! While the fluffies may disagree, the small bones are perfect for training!

Isle of Dogs

Isle of Dogs - Pet Paw-Looza

Rain and white, fluffy dogs don’t mix. Period. Wet weather typically means the dreaded “b word” for the fluffies (I dread it, too!). All I can say about their shampoo is, “yum!” The scent is amazing, but the best part is the use of natural ingredients. Who wants to put chemicals on their dog? They have solutions for every coat/skin condition and treats so you can suck up to your dog after bath time 😉

Unique Natural Products

Unique Natural Products - Pet Paw-Looza

As you have probably figured out by now, I try to avoid chemicals in my house. Just a few days ago, we had a rescue puppy in our care for a few hours and boy, did this stuff come in handy! We used it to clean up several little piddle spots. Neither fluffy marked the cleaned up spots so I’m confident Unique Natural Products produces effective products!

By Nature

By Nature - Pet Paw-Looza

Dogs and cats alike can experience the tasty options from By Nature. With different formulas for grain free feeding and ensuring balanced diets, your dog (or cat!) will always receive the necessary nutrition. A variety of protein sources such as turkey, ocean whitefish, and pork make this food ideal for pups with allergies. Did I mention By Nature is made in the USA? Always a fluffy selling point!

Bravo Pet Foods

Bravo Pet Foods - Pet Paw-Looza

We have yet to find a Bravo product that we don’t like. The treats, chews, and food always pass the fluffy approval test. Their absolute favorite is the freeze-dried raw food (and we don’t even feed raw!). The freeze-dried food is a great way to vary up their diet and keep things interesting. I always notice a lack of patience from Mauja and Atka while their food rehydrates – that’s how I know it’s good!

Northern Pet Products

Northern Pet Products - Pet Paw-Looza

Dental chews, treats, what more could your dog want?! For us humans, we expect a bit more. Northern Pet Products are made with fresh, local fruits and veggies and made in small batches to ensure the best quality. On top of that, they don’t use any artificial ingredients. Even more, they are environmentally conscious and use recyclable, compostable, and renewable paper. Happy pups, happy people!

We absolutely love the brands participating in the Pet Paw-Looza Sampling Event. I mean seriously… look at those happy faces!

Pet Paw-LoozaRemember, you need to RSVP to take part in the Pet Paw-Looza extravaganza! After you RSVP, don’t forget to “wish for” the products you want to sample and find your Sampling Event buddy!

What products are you most interested in trying?

Filed Under: Fluffy Life, What's New Tagged With: #petpawlooza, dog food, dogs, great pyrenees, healthy, natural, sampler, sampling event, treats

Power Your Pooch with PowerFood

April 14, 2015 16 Comments

Here we go again with one of our favorite companies, Only Natural Pet! The fluffies have been getting their salmon oil every day and I love it as much as ever. We also still have green beef tripe niblets in their treat rotation and they love chomping on their Himalayan yak’s milk chews in the evening.

In case you couldn’t tell, we’re pretty obsessed with our Only Natural Pet products.

Only Natural Pet Canine PowerFood

Today, we’re talking about another fantastic Only Natural Pet product: Canine PowerFood.

Finding an appropriate food for Mauja and Atka takes a lot of work. I am constantly researching dog nutrition and searching for a way to maintain the fluffies’ health. Surprisingly, I had never heard of Canine PowerFood.

The Canine PowerFood comes in three flavors – Red Meat Feast, Just Fish Feast, and Poultry Feast. Each formula has limited protein sources to avoid common food sensitives. Here are a few of my favorite things about this food:

  • Made in the USA
  • No grain, gluten, soy, corn, wheat, or oats
  • Low glycemic carbohydrate sources
  • Holistic vet formulated
  • PowerBoost Blend

The PowerBoost Blend is one of my favorite things about the Canine PowerFood line. The blend consists of green lipped mussels, pumpkin, probiotics, digestive enzymes, and sea cucumber. This raw, freeze-dried blend is mixed into each piece of kibble so your dog won’t spit out the “bits” like in some other foods (Atka’s a pro at that).

Great Pyrenees eating Only Natural Pet's Canine PowerFood in PawNosh bowl

A few other important ingredients:

  • EPA and DHA – great anti inflammatory
  • Apples, cranberries, carrots, tomatoes – natural antioxidant sources
  • Glucosamine hydrochloride, chondroitin sulfate, green-lipped mussels, and sea cucumbers – joint health
  • Chicory root – gut health
  • Pumpkin powder – antioxidants and fiber

Canine PowerFood is also very reasonably priced. A 22.5 lb bag of the Just Fish Feast is only $56.99. If you use auto delivery the price is reduced to $48.44. Now that’s a great deal! Head over to Only Natural Pet and don’t forget to use this discount!

Make sure you use code “AFSAVE” to save $10 + Free Shipping on orders $25 or more. Valid now through 4/30.

Disclaimer: It’s Dog or Nothing received the product mentioned above in exchange for our honest opinion. Don’t worry, an advertiser will never influence the content of this blog and we only share products we feel YOU would enjoy!

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Filed Under: Reviews, What's New Tagged With: dog, dog food, great pyrenees, holistic, kibble, natural, nutrition, only natural pet

Only Natural Pet: Himalayan Chews

April 7, 2015 13 Comments

Only Natural Pet: Himalayan Yak's Milk Chews

It’s no secret we love Only Natural Pet. We’ve talked about their quality salmon oil and tasty freeze-dried green beef tripe niblets. Well today we’re talking about another Only Natural Pet product: Himalayan Yak’s Milk Dog Chews.

There’s been a lot of buzz about these chews recently and I must admit that I have shied away from them. While Mauja and Atka don’t have issues with dairy, I assumed giving them such a high quantity at once was a recipe for disaster. After a bit of research, I realized I had failed to consider the lactose content.

I have to be very careful of my lactose consumption so I’m familiar with the cheeses that are lower in lactose. It never occurred to me to transfer this knowledge over to Mauja and Atka. While many dogs are sensitive to dairy, it is typically because of the high lactose content. When turning milk into cheese, especially a very hard cheese, much of the lactose is removed. Here’s how it works:

  • Yak’s milk and cow’s milk are boiled and then put into a churning barrel. This process removes most of the fat from the milk.
  • Utilizing a sieve (or something similar like a cheese cloth) allows the liquid whey to be separated from the solid material. Since whey contains the vast majority of the lactose, the remaining solid material is virtually lactose free.
  • After all of the excess whey and water had drained, the cheese is kneaded and shaped or placed into molds.
  • Finally, the cheese is sun-dried until the desired hardness is achieved.

After taking a moment to understand the process, I was intrigued to let Mauja and Atka try these chews. I had read that it can take dogs an hour to make it through a Himalayan yak’s milk chew. As I’ve mentioned before, I have power chewers. They can chomp their way through “long-lasting” treats in no time.

Great Pyrenees with Only Natural Pet's Himalayan Yak's Milk Chew

They actually chomped on these chews for about an hour until they got tired and took a nap break. They had each only finished about half of their treat. Woot! However, these chews are very high in calories so they will be an infrequent treat, but definitely a high value one.

With so many recalls and companies lying about their product ingredients, it can be difficult to find companies you can trust. I have stopped giving Mauja and Atka products I loved after finding out more information about the company. Only Natural Pet truly has your pet’s best interest in mind. They show you through their quality products and fantastic customer support.

Interested in trying the Himalayan Yak’s Milk Chews for your dog? Head over to Only Natural Pet to spoil your pup today!

Make sure you use code “AFSAVE” to save $10 + Free Shipping on orders $25 or more. Valid now through 4/30.

Disclaimer: It’s Dog or Nothing received the product mentioned above in exchange for our honest opinion. Don’t worry – an advertiser will never influence the content of this blog and we only share products we feel you would enjoy!

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Filed Under: Reviews, What's New Tagged With: dog, great pyrenees, natural, only natural pet, treat

Benefits of Salmon Oil: Only Natural Pet

March 10, 2015 13 Comments

Salmon oil has many benefits for dogs. Only Natural Pet has a high quality affordable option to improve your dog's health.

Atka has a few allergy issues. We’re not sure what triggers them as they are so incredibly random, but every now and then he will develop a small rash around his right eye. The rash doesn’t seem to bother him, but I give him some Benadryl to help alleviate any symptoms he might be experiencing. I really don’t want to give him medication every time his rash flares up, so it was time to look into alternatives.

After a bit of research, I determined that salmon oil or coconut oil could be a great option for dealing with Atka’s skin allergies. I had some coconut oil in the house and figured it would be an easy way to start. Getting Atka to consume the coconut oil? Not so easy. So, I moved on to option 2; salmon oil.

The Benefits of Salmon Oil for Dogs
  • improved skin and coat health
  • prevention and treatment of skin allergies
  • alleviates inflammation
  • reduces joint problems, such as arthritis
  • lessens symptoms of kidney problems, such as frequent urination and loss of appetite
  • cancer preventative
Potential Side Effects of Salmon Oil for Dogs
  • smelly breath (brush those teeth!)
  • change in stool
  • weight gain (up that exercise!)
  • stomach pain, dizziness, or nausea
Salmon Oil We Love

It’s important to find a pure salmon oil without filler ingredients. You really want to ensure your dog is getting quality essential fatty acids (DHA and EPA). Also, look for salmon oil certified free of toxins or heavy metals.

I am absolutely loving the Pure Salmon Oil from Only Natural Pet. Their salmon oil goes through a quick purification process to prevent the creation of trans fats and remove virtually all toxins and heavy metals.

On top of that, Only Natural Pet’s Pure Salmon Oil is packaged in a safe, eco-friendly bottle. The bottle is made of green, brushed aluminum with an interior epoxy coating that is safe enough to hold liquids for human consumption. This ensures you get the “freshest and safest fish oil available”. The Pure Salmon Oil bottle is even 100% recyclable!

Salmon oil has many benefits for dogs. Only Natural Pet has a high quality affordable option to improve your dog's health.

How Has it Been Working for Atka?

Atka’s rash is slowly starting to clear up and I’m hoping that continuing to use salmon oil will help avoid future flare-ups. We have also only experienced one “side effect”: Mauja and Atka will eat more food. The salmon oil is almost like a gravy to the fluffies’ meals. When they get their salmon oil, they always eat at least 3/4 of the food they are given. Now, I know this isn’t an issue for most of you, but getting the fluffies to eat enough is a never-ending task. They get SUPER excited (almost as excited as when they get wet food added to their dinner) when I grab the bottle and give their meal a little something extra. Human bonus: it doesn’t smell!

Only Natural Pet’s Pure Salmon Oil is definitely going to become a staple in our home. I’m contemplating putting this product on automatic shipment so I never run out. It’s a great quality supplement at an affordable price.

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