K9Cuisine.com and Wellness Donate 10-Thousand Pounds of Food to Pooch Pantry to Help Families in Bad Economy April 17, 2009

K9Cuisine.com and Wellness Donate 10-Thousand Pounds of Food to Pooch Pantry to Help Families in Bad Economy

K9Cuisine.com, one of the web’s fastest growing online pet food stores, and the WellPet Foundation are teaming up to donate more than 10,000 pounds of all natural dog food to the Pooch Pantry to help families in financial crisis who are struggling to feed their pets.

Mundelein, Illinois (PRWEB) April 17, 2009 — K9Cuisine.com, one of the web’s fastest growing online pet food stores, and the WellPet Foundation are teaming up to donate more than 10,000 pounds of all natural dog food to the Pooch Pantry to help families in financial crisis who are struggling to feed their pets. “Families are having a hard enough time trying to pay their mortgages and keep food on the table during these tough economic times,” said Anthony Holloway, owner of K9Cuisine.com. “We are thrilled to be able to donate high quality pet food to help feed as many animals as we can and hope that the new supply will keep the food bank for pets stocked for months.”

The Pooch Pantry is run out of the B.C. Dog Training Club in Mundelein and is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Many of the pet owners who come to the Pooch Pantry are seniors on fixed incomes. Holloway will personally deliver a truckload of premium pet food this Saturday. Wellness is shipping more than 5,300 pounds of dog food this week. The Wellness recipes have the highest quality natural ingredients carefully chosen for a dog or cat’s optimum health benefits. Wellness promises: “Your pet’s wellbeing is at the heart of all we do, that’s why we do whatever it takes to make the healthiest natural products for the pets that depend on us.”

At K9 Cuisine, we know how you feel about your pet. We understand that you want to provide your canine companion with the healthiest food for a long, happy life. So we offer only the highest quality dog supplies. When you order from K9 Cuisine, you can be assured you’ll receive not only quick, courteous service, but also healthy, high-quality food and treats. We do not sell products that contain additives or preservatives, or ingredients that may otherwise be harmful to your dog. Many of the brands we carry use human-grade ingredients. http://www.k9cuisine.com/

Wellness® – Guaranteed Natural Nutrition for the Life of Your Pet
Wellness, a proud member of the WellPet family of brands, delivers lifelong, natural nutrition for pets – guaranteed. The pet professionals at Wellness carefully select all-natural, human-grade ingredients proven to deliver 100% of a pet’s lifetime nutritional needs. To ensure pets enjoy a long and loving life, Wellness guarantees the best natural ingredient sourcing, most meticulous quality assurance and production standards, and nutritional analysis in the industry. Wellness is sold in pet specialty stores and natural food stores across North America and internationally. Visit www.wellnesspetfood.com to learn more.

The WellPet Foundation – Responsibility, Passion, Commitment
At WellPet, we are committed to giving back to the world we share with our pets. Through the WellPet Foundation, we support organizations and activities that promote the power of natural nutrition and the benefits of healthy, active lifestyles. Learn more at www.wellnesspetfood.com/aboutus_wellpet_foundation.html.

New Wellness(R) WellBars(R) Dog Snack Flavors Receive a Round of ‘Paw-pplause’ April 17, 2009

Source: PRWeb.com

All-Natural Chicken & Cheddar Cheese and Grain-free Lamb & Apples WellBars Guaranteed to Make Dogs Even Happier at Snack Time

TEWKSBURY, Mass., April 16 /PRNewswire/ — Now loving and responsible pet parents who want to show their dogs a little extra love have an even greater assortment of Wellness WellBars flavors to choose from. The Wellness brand of natural food and snacks for pets today announces the availability of two NEW meat-based varieties of their crunchy oven-baked snacks for dogs – Chicken & Cheddar Cheese and Grain-free Lamb & Apples.

WellBars are oven-baked to crunchy perfection using wholesome, real-food ingredients like New Zealand lamb, oatmeal and apples. These wheat-free, bite-sized nuggets are power-packed with vitamins E, C and Beta-Carotene and are perfect for dogs both large and small. Now available in five tasty flavors — Chicken & Cheddar Cheese, Grain-free Lamb & Apples, Whitefish & Sweet Potato, Crunchy Peanut & Honey and Yogurt, Apples & Bananas — WellBars offer the same quality natural nutrition consumers and their canine companions have come to expect from Wellness at snack time or anytime, and are a natural complement to a healthy diet.

“Happy dogs deserve real good snacks, though it’s important to indulge and reward them responsibly,” said Mark Shuster, vice president of marketing at Wellness. “We are delighted to offer consumers (and their dogs) an even greater selection of healthy and guilt-free reward options with our two new flavors of WellBars snacks.”

Formulated as part of a healthy diet, WellBars are packed with pure meat, fresh fruits, healthy grains, and beneficial supplements. And just as with all Wellness natural pet food and snacks, WellBars contain no meat by-products, wheat, corn, soy, artificial preservatives, colors or flavors. Health conscious consumers know that rewarding their dogs with WellBars will ensure health, happiness and well-being to the animals who depend upon them.

New WellBars Chicken & Cheddar Cheese and Grain-free Lamb & Apples Dog Snacks are available nationwide in independent pet specialty retail shops and natural food stores in 20 oz. boxes. To find an authorized Wellness retailer, please visit www.wellnesspetfood.com.

Wellness(R) – Guaranteed Natural Nutrition for the Life of Your Pet

Wellness, a proud member of the WellPet family of brands, delivers lifelong, natural nutrition for pets — guaranteed. The pet professionals at Wellness carefully select all-natural, human-grade ingredients proven to deliver 100% of a pet’s lifetime nutritional needs. To ensure pets enjoy a long and loving life, Wellness guarantees the best natural ingredient sourcing, most meticulous quality assurance and production standards, and nutritional analysis in the industry. Wellness is sold in pet specialty stores and natural food stores across North America and internationally. Visit www.wellnesspetfood.com to learn more.

CANIDAE All Natural Pet Foods Introduces New Easy-Open, Easy-Pour, Velcro Closures On 30 Pound and Larger Bags, Offering Convenience and Freshness March 26, 2009

Source: PRWeb.com, March 25, 2009

These revolutionary Velcro closure bags are the first of their kind in the mainstream pet food industry.

CANIDAE® All Natural Pet Foods began rolling out its improved, patented Easy-Open, Easy-Pour bags featuring durable Velcro® closures in March.

CANIDAE bags with the new Easy-Open, Easy-Pour, Easy-Seal feature are beginning to appear in the marketplace now on 35 lb. and 44 lb. “Big Bags” of CANIDAE All Life Stages Formula and will soon be featured on all 30 lb. and larger CANIDAE formulas.

These revolutionary Velcro closure bags are the first of their kind in the mainstream pet food industry. The improved design is a direct result of customer feedback for improvements on CANIDAE’s previous easy open, easy pour bag feature. Designed to keep food fresher longer, prevent accidental spills and keep out contaminants, these easy-to-use bags are designed with an exclusive re-sealable pouring spout that allows the pet owner to dispense just the right amount of dog food then seal the bag by pressing the built-in Velcro strip. These patented bags are much easier to open and they re-close and re-seal time and time again without wearing out. Pet owners get a perfect seal every time. Taping the bag or rolling it down to keep food fresh will no longer be necessary.

These new Velcro closures will appear on the 30 pound bags of CANIDAE Lamb and Rice, Chicken and Rice, Beef and Fish, CANIDAE PLATINUM®, Grain Free All Life Stages, Grain Free Salmon, and on both the 35 pound and 44 pound “Big Bag” of CANIDAE All Life Stages.

CANIDAE All Natural Pet Foods Donates Funds from Raffle to Cancer Charities March 23, 2009

Source: PRWeb.com, March 23, 2009

San Luis Obispo, CA — CANIDAE Pet Foods conducted its first Amgen Road Bike Raffle to benefit cancer research in people and pets at the 2009 Amgen Tour of California. The race brought together a world-class field of cyclists and teams from multiple nations including Lance Armstrong in his return to U.S. professional cycling after a three-year hiatus. While Armstrong placed seventh, Levi Leipheimer won the Amgen Tour of California for the third consecutive year.

CANIDAE chose to conduct the raffle to support the race’s mission of promoting cancer awareness and research. Half of the proceeds went to the American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation to fund canine cancer research, and the other half to Armstrong’s Livestrong Cancer Awareness Foundation.

The grand prize winner of the CANIDAE Amgen Road Bike Raffle, Phil Diffenbaugh of Ridgecrest, California, won a Felt Z35 Road Bike donated by CANIDAE (estimated value $2,199.00) at the Rose Bowl during Stage 7 of the race on February 21. Diffenbaugh, a firefighter for the last 32 years and father to five children, and his wife Susan are avid cyclists and pet owners. Their household includes a dog, a cat, 3 hamsters and some hermit crabs.

“I estimate that over the last 20 years, I have ridden more than 31,000 miles to and from work. Even my wife and children often ride to work and school,” said Diffenbaugh. “Our Lab mix just tolerates the dry food we normally feed him. When we gave him the samples you sent he became an enthusiastic eater. I’m confident that with regular feeding the quality ingredients will improve his appearance and overall health,” commented Diffenbaugh after receiving some samples of CANIDAE All Life Stages dog food for his Labrador mix.

Part of the CANIDAE Mission Statement to promote Responsible Pet Ownership includes proper medical care and support for pets with health issues such as cancer. Nothing is more central to the core values of CANIDAE than the health, happiness and well being of pets.

In addition to selling raffle tickets benefiting the cause of fighting cancer in people and pets, CANIDAE Pet Foods distributed samples and coupons. CANIDAE pet foods for dogs and cats adhere to the highest standards of excellence for product quality, palatability, and customer satisfaction. Formulated for the long-term health of pets, these all natural holistic pet foods use only the finest human grade ingredients available — proudly raised and grown in the United States. CANIDAE stands behind the guaranteed analysis of each and every one of its products and invites cycling fans to discover for themselves and their pets the healthful benefits of its pet foods.

“We are so excited that Mr. Diffenbaugh won the bike and that we are able to help fund organizations that fight cancer in people in pets at the same time. The positive atmosphere at the event and the enthusiasm of the cycling fans has us very interested in sponsoring more events”, said Jason Castillo, Controller for CANIDAE. “Canidae is planning on being at several national events throughout the year promoting Responsible Pet Ownership, and supporting local independent pet food retailers while raising funds for cancer research in people and pets at the same time. We are finalizing charity events at the Sea Otter Classic in Monterey, California in April and are working on events at several of the larger marathon races. When the details are finalized, we will publish them on our website at www.canidae.com.”

New Study Highlights Antioxidant Benefits For Your Pet March 3, 2009

Source: DBuisnessNews.com, March 2, 2009

(Cary, NC)— Doctors have told us for years about the importance of eating foods that are high in antioxidant levels. Studies have found time and time again that foods with increased levels of antioxidants generally reduce the effects of aging, lower risk of cancer as well as help to maintain a healthy immune system. However, most people don’t realize that the same principle applies for your dog. Just like humans, animals can benefit greatly from a diet that includes a high level of antioxidants.

Casey Pets Essential Supplement, a new dietary supplement creating lifelong wellness for pets, was recently spotlighted as a great alternative for pet owners looking for a way to provide their animals with higher levels of antioxidants. A recent study by Brunswick Laboratories of Norton, MA measured the ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity) level in Casey’s supplement to be almost six times the antioxidant capacity of foods typically associated with high antioxidant levels. Developed by scientists at the USDA Office, the ORAC value has long been considered a reliable means to measure the levels of antioxidants in various foods. Fruits like blueberries and cranberries range from 65 to 95 on the ORAC scale; in comparison, Casey Pets Essentials Supplement measured at 621. “The results of this study affirm the outstanding health benefits of the Casey Pets supplement for dogs,” said Pete Maletto, senior scientist and president of PTM Food Consulting, Inc. “The spice mixture has a profound antioxidant effect and should be seriously considered by pet owners as a way to maximize their pet’s current diet.” Casey Pets Essential Supplement is a unique blend of vital human – grade ingredients that supports and enhances your dog’s overall health and well being. The powder is sprinkled over your dog’s food and provides a simple and convenient way to restore balance to your dog’s diet. “Owners are very selective with what food they choose to give their pets,” said Nancy Seymour, founder of Casey Petraceuticals. “We are delighted at the findings of this recent study. We have seen amazing results from dogs that use the Casey’s supplement and this study only re-affirms the benefits it provides. Casey’s is an ideal choice to assist in the lifelong wellness of pets.”

About Casey Petraceuticals Inspired by her cocker spaniel, Casey, and her fight against an inflammatory disease, Nancy Seymour developed Casey Petraceuticals with the goal of improving the lifelong wellness of pets. Casey’s health and wellness product was created by a team of food scientists, nutritionists and veterinarians, using a unique blend of herbs, antioxidants, natural vitamins and minerals, Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids. Over 30 human-grade ingredients, sprinkled over pet food, are aimed at fighting inflammation and increasing nutritional absorption. For a complete list of testimonials, background research and ordering information, visit www.caseypets.com.

Vet points to pet acupuncture as a way to heal, NC March 3, 2009

Source: Chapel Hill News, by Deborah Meyer, March 1, 2009

If there’s ever a fan club for veterinarian Doug Knueven, it’s likely that Jenn Merritt will start it.

Merritt attended two lectures Knueven gave at an Association of Pet Dog Trainers conference on topics such as natural diets and minimal vaccinations.

“I was just so impressed with his perspective,” said Merritt, who owns Blue Dog Creature Coaching. “I just thought I have to get him to North Carolina so I can share that knowledge and common-sense perspective with other people.”

Knueven integrates traditional veterinary medicine with alternative modalities, including acupuncture, in his Beaver County, Penn., clinic. On March 21, he’ll give an all-day Canine Health Seminar at Paws4Ever (the former Orange County Animal Protection Society) in Mebane.

Knueven received his doctor of veterinary medicine degree from Ohio State’s College of Veterinary Medicine. Seven years later, frustrated with the limitations of conventional veterinary medicine, he took the 150-hour International Veterinary Acupuncture Society Course.

“It was an eye opening experience,” he said. “Chinese medicine is a totally different way of looking at the body, health, and disease. Once you become aware of this new paradigm of medicine you start to apply it.”

The first case where Knueven used his new knowledge and ability involved a cat with mouth cancer. The cat had stopped eating and was hiding. Knueven told the owners he would try acupuncture at no charge because it was experimental for him. The cat started eating and stopped hiding, despite the cancer.

Another early case involved a little Yorkshire terrier with kidney failure. He too had stopped eating. The owners brought him in to euthanize him.

“I was on my way to get the solution and I came back in and said, ‘Let’s try acupuncture,’” said Knueven, who did a quick treatment and sent him home.

He didn’t hear from the owners for three days and decided the dog had probably died. When he finally called, the owners told him the dog had started eating and was bouncing around like a puppy again.

“We treated him weekly with acupuncture and the dog stuck around for another six to eight months,” Knueven said.

Knueven is the author of “Stand by Me: A Holistic Handbook for Animals, Their People, and the Lives They Share Together,” (ARE Press, 2003) and “The Holistic Health Guide: Natural Care for the Whole Dog” (TFH Publishing, June 2008).

In December, Merritt took her dog Big Sandy to Knueven. In Louisville, Knueven had talked about spondylosis, a degenerative spinal condition in dogs and people too. Big Sandy was diagnosed last year.

“I have been working with him to treat her using a natural diet and Chinese herbs. She is [no longer] having a lot of the other issues she was having like bladder infections, incontinence and kidney problems,” Merritt said. And though she loves her local vet, acupuncturist and chiropractor, “Dr. Doug brings it all together because he is all of those things.”

TO REGISTER

Dr. Doug Knueven’s March 21 seminar costs $80. Topics include canine nutrition, vaccines, massage herbs, spinal health and homeopathy. Register at www.paws4ever.org or call 304-2300, ext. 233.

Wellness(R) Natural Pet Food Gives Big to Help Dogs of All Sizes in Need February 20, 2009

Donates 120 TONS of dog food to shelters across the U.S. during economic crisis

TEWKSBURY, Mass., Feb. 17 /PRNewswire/ — Yips of joy and barks of thanks resounded across the U.S. this winter as Wellness(R) Natural Pet Food, under the auspices of its charitable arm, the WellPet Foundation, donated 120 TONS of dog food to animal shelters and rescue organizations nationwide. That equates to one bowl of kibble to a half million dogs, from puppies to seniors!

With the nation’s economic crisis now affecting Main Street as well as Wall Street, many animal shelters are facing challenges in providing enough food and proper nutrition to record numbers of pets being left in their care. The animal lovers at Wellness, who are dedicated to doing the very best for the pets who depend on us, could think of nothing more meaningful than to provide these dogs, who give us unconditional love, trust and companionship, with a gift of sustenance and love through food.

Donations of Wellness Super5Mix(R) Large Breed Puppy Health, Wellness Super5Mix(R) Large Breed Adult Health, and Wellness Super5Mix(R) Small Breed Adult Health were made to the following shelters:

• Blue Lion Animal Rescue of Yoder, CO
• DAWGS N Texas of Dalhart, TX
• West Valley Animal Shelter in West Valley, UT
• Homeward Bound Shelter of Mechanicsburg, PA
• Animal Rescue Food Bank Inc. of Wellsville, PA
• Aspen Best Friends Animal Sanctuary of Kanab, UT
• National Greyhound Adoption Program of Philadelphia, PA

The Aspen Best Friends Animal Sanctuary of southwestern Utah was full of happy howls upon receiving their donation of Wellness dog food. “The more than 400 residents of DogTown here at Best Friends are happily enjoying the best in natural nutrition, thanks to the generous donation from Wellness,” said John Polis, public relations manager at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary. “With so many dogs to take care of here at our sanctuary, we are especially grateful for the kindness shown by Wellness in contributing to the health needs of our animals.”

All the tails were wagging with happiness at the National Greyhound Adoption Program in Philadelphia, PA, as the dogs were fed plentifully. “Wellness is such a caring brand; we appreciate their helping us to keep the animals we look after happy, healthy and well-fed during these difficult times,” said David Wolf of the National Greyhound Adoption Program.

DAWGS N Texas, an animal wellness group and sanctuary based in Dalhart, Texas, adds a bark of excitement to the happy throng. “We are thrilled to have Wellness make such a meaningful gift of food to our program,” said Diane Trull of DAWGS N Texas. “It is reassuring to know that our dogs will be well nourished and sustained as we help them to find loving homes.”

Wellness(R) — Guaranteed Natural Nutrition for the Life of Your Pet

Wellness, a proud member of the WellPet family of brands, delivers lifelong, natural nutrition for pets — guaranteed. The pet professionals at Wellness carefully select all-natural, human-grade ingredients proven to deliver 100% of a pet’s lifetime nutritional needs. To ensure pets enjoy a long and loving life, Wellness guarantees the best natural ingredient sourcing, most meticulous quality assurance and production standards, and nutritional analysis in the industry. Wellness is sold in pet specialty stores and natural food stores across North America and internationally. Visit www.wellnesspetfood.com to learn more.

The WellPet Foundation — Responsibility, Passion, Commitment

At WellPet, we are committed to giving back to the world we share with our pets. Through the WellPet Foundation, we support organizations and activities that promote the power of natural nutrition and the benefits of healthy, active lifestyles. Learn more at www.wellnesspetfood.com/aboutus_wellpet_foundation.html.

About Aspen Best Friends Animal Sanctuary

Best Friends Animal Society, one of America’s foremost animal rescue organizations, operates the country’s largest sanctuary for abused and abandoned animals. On any given day, Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, located in southwestern Utah, is home to approximately 2,000 dogs, cats, horses, rabbits, birds, and other animals. Founded in 1984, Best Friends advances nationwide initiatives by working with shelter and rescue groups around the country. The society also publishes Best Friends magazine, the nation’s largest general interest, pet-related magazine with approximately 300,000 subscribers. For more information, visit www.bestfriends.org.

About National Greyhound Adoption Program

National Greyhound Adoption Program was founded in Philadelphia, PA in 1989. Their main goals are to help find loving, adoptive homes for former racing greyhounds, to provide superior knowledge and support for greyhound adopters and other adoption groups, to educate the public and spread awareness about the plight of the greyhound, and to provide specialized medical care specifically geared towards the greyhound. For more information, visit www.ngap.org.

About DAWGS N Texas

DAWGS N Texas’ primary goal is to find great homes for the animals in their care. They currently house over 600 dogs and 50 cats and have placed over 3,600 animals, in homes or other no kill facilities, over the last six years. They also provide help and support to other organizations throughout the Texas panhandle and into New Mexico and Oklahoma. DAWGS also seeks to create awareness about the need to reduce the number of neglected and discarded animals by providing assistance, education and promoting spaying and neutering. DAWGS N Texas is comprised of children and adult volunteers who care deeply about animals and their community. The organization would like children, in their program, to learn responsibility, commitment, and a sense of caring for animals and community service. For more information, visit www.dawgsntexas.com.

Natura Dedicated to Quality and Safety at All Costs February 5, 2009

Source: PRNewsWire.com, Feb 5, 2009

FREMONT, Neb., Feb. 5 /PRNewswire/ — Despite the higher costs of quality ingredients, Natura Pet Products, makers of Innova, EVO, California Natural, HealthWise, Karma and Mother Nature, remains resolute in producing the highest quality, natural pet food on the market for the good health and safety of companion animals. The company is reiterating this commitment in response to questions posed by consumers and some media members about the plummeting cost of commodities, and why Natura product prices are higher than some of their competitors.

Natura foods do not contain commodity grains, such as corn. Rather than use lower-grade, cheaper ingredients, Natura is dedicated to only using the highest-quality, domestically-produced ingredients whenever possible.

“The price of Natura products reflects the quality of the ingredients, and the nutritional and manufacturing processing required to produce the safest and healthiest pet food,” said Don Scott, President of Natura. “We exercise the strictest control measures in the industry, employ a full-time team of nutritionists, which is not done by many pet food manufacturers, and continue to use fresh fruits and vegetables and the finest USDA-inspected meats.”

Natura owns and operates two dry food manufacturing facilities in Nebraska and California where superior manufacturing processes and strict quality control programs set it apart from all other pet food companies. In addition to becoming the first pet food company to guarantee its products are 100% safe from melamine and cyanuric acid, Natura was the first to guarantee that none of the ingredients it uses are sourced from China. Natura’s Quality Control Program has helped the company achieve many certifications, most recently including ISO 22000:2005 Food Safety Management compliance. The only pet food manufacturer in the United States to receive this superior distinction, Natura ensures its products meet strict standards for food safety starting with raw ingredients and ending with finished products on store shelves.

All of this is backed by a team of highly-trained professionals and board-certified veterinary nutritionists. With less than 40 board-certified small animal veterinary nutritionists in the world, Natura employs the largest number in the pet food industry. These dedicated nutritionists take the lead in enhancing our existing products and developing new healthful foods. “My nutritionist colleagues at Natura and I feel very fortunate to work at company completely dedicated to creating the most healthful pet foods in the world,” said Sean Delaney, DVM, MS, Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Nutrition, Chief Nutrition Officer at Natura.

Continued Scott, “Since Natura is a family-owned business dedicated to our loyal customers and independent retailers rather than outside shareholders, we are able to implement the most minimal price increases we can to continue this standard of quality without sacrificing our industry-leading philosophies. This intense focus on safety and quality consistency is because we choose not to take a cheaper route that would be less healthful. Our products are for pet owners who share this belief.”

For more information about Natura Pet Products please visit www.naturapet.com.

About Natura Pet Products

Founded in 1989 by John and Ann Rademakers and Peter Atkins, Natura is recognized as the most trusted name behind the healthiest dog and cat food products in the world. Natura’s products are formulated, manufactured, and prepared to the highest standards of quality in the industry. Lines include: Innova, California Natural, EVO, HealthWise, Mother Nature, and Karma. For more information visit www.naturapet.com or call (800) 532-7261.

Website: http://www.naturapet.com/

Animal Wellness Magazine Awards Dog-Wa Liquid Pet Supplement ‘Seal of Approval,’ Naming Healthy Concentrate as ‘Product Pick’ January 22, 2009

Source: PRWeb.com, Jan 17, 2009

Dog-Wa, a liquid concentrate that provides dogs with essential vitamins and nutrients from leafy greens needed to create a well-balanced diet, has been awarded the prestigious “Animal Wellness Seal of Approval” and named a “Product Pick” by the number one natural pet magazine in North America. With annual readership of over 1 million, and an average of 3 million web hits per month, the leader in pet health and lifestyle magazines recommends Dog-Wa as a wise health care choice for pets.

(PRWEB) January 17, 2009 — Dog-Wa, a liquid concentrate that provides dogs with essential vitamins and nutrients from leafy greens needed to create a well-balanced diet, has been awarded the prestigious “Animal Wellness Seal of Approval” and named a “Product Pick” by the number one natural pet magazine in North America. With annual readership of over 1 million, and an average of 3 million web hits per month, the leader in pet health and lifestyle magazines recommends Dog-Wa as a wise health care choice for pets.

“We are thrilled that Animal Wellness Magazine has recognized our commitment to offering safe, healthy alternatives for our customers,” said Matt Israel, Dog-Wa founder and co-owner. “As a manufacturer, we encourage concerned pet owners to be proactive and educated about providing their animals with the healthiest diet possible.”

According to a study by Packaged Facts, a division of MarketResearch.com, pet supplement sales reached $1.2 billion in 2007 and are expected to increase 40 percent in the next five years. After all the pet food recalls in recent years, concerned pet owners are becoming more discerning about finding products with fresh real food.

According to Dr. Jane Leon, distinguished Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine graduate, Dog-Wa columnist and brand spokesperson, “Many veterinarians are paying greater attention to pet nutrition. They recognize that it is important to feed pets healthy diets consisting of fresh foods versus foods manufactured with fillers and/or synthetic vitamin and mineral supplements.” She added, “Simultaneously, an increasing number of forward thinking pet food companies are offering healthier alternatives.”

Dog-Wa, a liquid concentrate of pesticide-free fresh peppermint and parsley, is a revolutionary solution for providing dogs with essential vitamins and nutrients gained by adding leafy greens. The fresh herbs aid digestion, soothe the stomach, freshen breath, and discourage gas. Nutrients in the herbs have been known to promote a shinier coat, stronger bones and teeth, healthier gums, and overall well-being. Adding Dog-Wa to water or mixing it into food every day offers the latest and most effective solution to maintaining a dog’s optimum health. The cold-pressed, pesticide-free parsley and peppermint are holistically balanced and rich in Vitamins A and C, phytonutrients, chlorophyll, and antioxidants.

Dog-Wa is a human-food-grade product, and all ingredients are grown and made exclusively in the USA. There are stringent controls on all phases of the manufacturing process and extensive testing, guaranteeing the very highest standards of safety, quality and purity. Dog-Wa’s ingredients are all Generally Recognized As Safe and approved for use in all human and pet foods in regulations of the FDA. Dog-Wa has no synthetic vitamin or mineral supplements, no ethoxyquin, BHT, or BHA, no alcohol, artificial colors, flavors or sweeteners.

Dog-Wa is available through specialty pet suppliers and select web-based retailers such as www.inthecompanyofdogs.com and www.healthypets.com. To learn more, please visit: http://www.dog-wa.com.

Ellen DeGeneres Says ‘HALO’ to QVC; DeGeneres Debuts All-Natural Pet Food Line January 15, 2009

Source: Stockhouse.com, Jan 14, 2009

WEST CHESTER, Pa., Jan 14, 2009 /PRNewswire via COMTEX News Network/ –From comedienne and television host to sitcom star and film actress, America’s favorite funny woman Ellen DeGeneres is about to take on a new role as she makes her QVC debut. The 12-time Emmy Award winner is scheduled to appear on January 17 at 3 PM (ET), live from the set of the Ellen DeGeneres Show in Los Angeles, to introduce HALO, Purely for Pets(R), her unique collection of holistic pet care products, to QVC viewers.

During the broadcast, DeGeneres will offer signature items from her all-natural pet care line, including a variety of dog and cat food choices, supplements, natural treats and grooming supplies, with prices ranging from approximately $20.00 to $40.00.

“We are thrilled to be able to offer our customers an innovative, all-natural alternative to traditional pet food products with the launch of HALO, Purely for Pets,” said Claire Watts, president of U.S. Commerce for QVC. “Ellen’s dedication to helping pets achieve optimal health through fun and innovative products will surely resonate with our viewers.”

HALO, Purely for Pets products are made with all-natural ingredients, including butcher-quality chicken, eggs, carrots, flaxseed, greenpeas, barley, sweet potatoes and cranberries, to provide pet owners with wholesome, healthy products to enhance the overall wellness of their pets.

“I always say that you should treat your pets as well as you treat yourself, that’s why I’m so excited to bring this message to all the QVC viewers about my holistic pet care line,” said DeGeneres. “It’s an amazing way to reach animal lovers like myself and offer them the best possible products for their pets.”

HALO, Purely for Pets line will be available through QVC at 800.345.1515 or www.QVC.com.