|
Monthly Article Newsletter - December
2008 |
|
Sixteen
Steps to Detox Your Pet
by Cynthia
Holley-Connolly, ONP Staff Writer
Most likely, you have a general idea
what toxins are. We often hear things described as being
"toxic," and we know that means potentially damaging, and
perhaps poisonous. Toxins can cause, worsen, or accelerate many
health problems in people and pets. Sadly, many of the toxins
that can profoundly affect our pets' health are hidden, and we
may unknowingly contribute to the load of toxins our pets have
in their bodies. While toxins are bad for us, they can be
devastating to our pets for several reasons.
First, pets are generally smaller than we are, with smaller
organs of elimination (e.g., liver, kidneys, lungs). When
exposed to toxins, their bodies have to work much harder than
ours do to eliminate them. Second, pets have a shorter life
span. They don't have the luxury of time that we have for their
bodies to eliminate toxins as gradually. Also, our pets can't
talk to us to let us know when something in their food or their
environment is making them feel sick. They can't switch their
own food or decide to stop using a household cleaner that
irritates their sinuses or lungs. Our pets rely on us 100% to
reduce the number and amount of toxins they encounter.
So what can you do to minimize the toxins in your pets' lives
and help them eliminate the toxic load they have in their
bodies?
Click here to continue
reading this article online and find out
the Sixteen Steps to Detox Your Pet.
|
In this issue:
Our Monthly Article: Click the title to read this month's online
article,
Sixteen Steps to Detox Your Pet.
Questions
from Readers: Learn to recognize the signs that your pet may
benefit from a detox regimen.
Detoxification Aids - Find out our top product picks to help
your pet with detoxification.
Herbal
Profile: Milk Thistle - See why this liver supportive herb
is the number one ingredient in many detox formulas.
Check out our Year End Holiday
Clearance Sale.
|
If you haven't told us yet, please
let us know your pet type! You are receiving our "cat &
dog" email, but we'd like to send you emails that are focused
specifically on your type of pet.
Click here to let us know you have a canine companion,
a feline friend, or both!
Thank you!
|
|
"How can I tell whether my pet may
need to detox?"
Many signs of toxin build up are so commonplace in
pets these days that even the most conscientious of pet
parents may consider them to be "normal" and disregard
them. Holistic veterinarians recognize the following
conditions as likely indicators that a dog or cat is
struggling with a toxic overload:
- Foul smelling breath, red gums,
and brown plaque build up on the animal's teeth
- Greasy, oily or dull coat; flaky
and/or foul smelling skin
- Smelly discharge or build-up in
the ears
- Oozing, swelling or redness on
the skin, or chronic discharge from nose or eyes
- Diarrhea, constipation, or
extremely strong smelling urine and/or feces
If your
pet has one or more of the conditions listed above, a
detox regimen may be helpful, but remember that these
signs may also suggest any number of serious health
conditions, so when in doubt, a vet visit is a must! We
suggest that you consult with a holistic vet on how best
to incorporate natural remedies into your pet's health
program. Visit the
American Holistic Veterinary Medicine Association
website to find a holistic vet in your area.
|
|
|
Natural Detoxification
Aids for Pets |
 |
Only Natural
Pet
Liv-Herb
Herbal Formula
Our Milk Thistle
formula provides excellent liver support and antioxidant
protection for your pet.
Now 10% Off! |
|
|
 |
 |
|
 |
Six Flavor
Tea Pills
This classic Chinese Medicine herbal combination is
designed to boost liver and kidney yin deficiency to
improve organ function. |
|
|
|
|
|
 |
Nature's
Herbs for Pets
Detox Formula
A great
remedy for strengthening the immune system, cleansing
the liver, and enhancing the overall health of your pet. |
|
|
|
|
|
 |
Newton Homeopathics
Detoxifier
This gentle
homeopathic remedy stimulates liver and kidney function
to help your pet's body remove toxins and improve
metabolism. |
|
|
|
|
|
 |
PetAlive
DetoxPlus
A 100%
herbal remedy formulated to improve your pet's liver
function, metabolism, thyroid health and elimination of
toxins. |
|
|
|
|
|
 |
Only Natural Pet
Blood & System
Herbal Formula
Our quality cleansing formula rids tissues, blood &
lymph vessels of toxic materials.
Now 10% Off! |
|
|
|
|
|
 |
Animals'
Apawthecary Detox Blend
A remedy
with cleansing herbs for chronic skin disorders and
other imbalances related to systematic toxicity or
metabolic excess. |
|
|
|
|
|
 |
Integrative Therapeutics
Super Milk Thistle X
Milk thistle plus other herbs protect & support of the
liver during times of illness, stress or medication use. |
|
|
|
|
|
 Milk
thistle is a member of the Sunflower family with a long
history of use in herbal medicine. It has been used
worldwide for its liver supportive properties, which are
known to be primarily derived from the high
concentration of silymarin found in its seeds. Silymarin
and its related compounds act as powerful antioxidants
to fortify liver cells against the effects of toxins.
Many studies on silymarin have confirmed that it
supports and protects the liver during times of stress
by increasing protein production and creation of new
liver cells to replace those that have been damaged.
Other studies have confirmed that milk thistle helps
protect the liver from damage from exposure to various
toxins, including amanita (death cap) mushrooms, toxic
chemicals, and potentially harmful drug therapies that
can damage liver cells.
Milk thistle may help pets with liver issues, kidney
issues, and those recovering from microbial infections.
It may also be helpful for secondary autoimmune issues
like tumors and skin problems that may arise following a
diagnosis of a liver condition. Administering milk
thistle before and after anesthesia is a common practice
in parts of Europe, and may be helpful for pets as well.
Consult with a holistic veterinarian to determine how
milk thistle may help your pet.
The seeds are harvested and are used in herbal tinctures
or standardized powder extracts. Therapeutic levels of
milk thistle are not recommended for daily use in the
absence of ongoing liver stress, but may be used
intermittently or occasionally as part of a cleansing or
detoxification regimen. This Herb is found in many
remedies we offer, including: Only Natural Pet
Liv-Herb Herbal Formula and
Senior Herbal Formula; Animals' Apawthecary
Detox Blend,
Senior Blend and
Dandelion/Milk Thistle; Integrative Therapeutics'
Super Milk Thistle X; Dr. Harvey's
MultiVitamin, Mineral & Herbal Supplement and
E-Mune Boost; PetAlive
C-Caps Formula, Only Natural Pet
Whole Food Antioxidant Blend; and DogVitals
Paws de Leon Canine Antioxidant formulas.
|
|
All holiday clearance
items reduced up to 40% off
-
Click here
to see what's available.
Want to see everything on
sale this month?
Click here!
|
|
|
Please add mail@onlynaturalpet-mail.com to your email address book
or safe senders list
to ensure that you always get our messages.
Only Natural Pet Store / 1840 Commerce St, Suite F Boulder, CO 80301
/ 888-937-6677
You received this email because you purchased from us or signed
up to receive our email newsletter.
Please follow these links to
change your email address,
unsubscribe or
modify your subscription.
|
|
