Anyone who’s read this blog for long knows that I’m very particular about what I feed my dogs. Nike’s allergies and Sadie’s old age mean that both of my girls have pretty specific dietary needs, and not just any old commercial dog food will do.
What you might not know is that I’m also very selective about what I feed Snickers, my psychotic 11-year old cat. I’ve always been careful to ensure that he eats a good quality food to ward off urinary tract infections, allergies, and as he’s getting older, meets all of the needs of a senior cat.
Think about the “all natural” craze that we humans have been on for the last few years. We know that when we eat healthy and natural, we’re going to look better, feel better, and maybe even live longer. Why wouldn’t that same philosophy apply to our pets?
Did you know that feeding your cat a natural diet can have so many positive effects on him, including the potential for him to live longer? Owners who feed a natural diet report their pets are more energetic, and their coats are healthier and shinier. There’s less itching and scratching due to allergies, and fewer problems with urinary tract infection.
When it comes to our bodies – human, canine, or feline – it just makes sense that when you put in healthy, natural stuff, the results are going to be positive.
So today I’m challenging you. Start thinking about little changes you can make to give your pet a natural lifestyle. Start thinking about “going green” with your pet. It’s not something that can be done overnight, but you can get started with a single, simple step.
It might mean switching to a natural food, or adding a natural vitamin or supplement to your pet’s daily routine. It might also include natural flea and tick repellent or natural, healthy chews and treats.
Be sure to visit Only Natural Pet to see all the great natural products they have to offer. Only Natural Pet believes that a natural lifestyle contributes to longer and healthier lives for our pets, and the products they offer make it easy to give your pet the good stuff.
So, will you accept the challenge? Will you find a way to start implementing natural, healthy changes for your pet? I’d love for you to share your pledge for a greener lifestyle for your pet via social media using hash tag #PawNatural!
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Good post! Since we feed the dogs raw, it was nearly effortless to switch the cats over, too.
Aside from diet, we also try to make ‘green’ choices when it comes to our other pet products – biodegradable poop bags, hemp leashes and collars. I’d like to see more post-consumer recycled materials in pet product packing – and in toys, where appropriate – so I always keep an eye out for that sort of thing.
You sound like my kind of girl, Jen! 🙂
I’m happy to say that this month marks one year when we switched to more natural food and treats and it’s just getting better and better 🙂