Is beauty skin deep?  Skin is not just a delicate wrapper but a reflection of your overall health!  If your skin is breaking out or peeling excessively, you may not want to rely on chemical-based cosmetics; natural moisturizers could be your answer! 

Natural moisturizers offer an altogether comforting experience, because it does not have any chemicals or additives.   When skin peels, nature heals! 

There are primarily 5 skin types:

-   Normal skin type is generally soft, healthy and supple without signs of oil or dryness.
-   Dry skin type quickly dries out due to factors like weather, hormonal changes and
    excessive treatments.
-   Oily skin type produces excessive sebum causing acne or sebaceous cysts.
-   Combination types are usually dry around the eyes and cheeks, while forehead and
     nose areas appear oily.
-   Sensitive skin type easily reacts to strong cosmetics and unfavorable environmental
     conditions, causing poor skin health and premature aging.

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All skin types need to be protected against age, weather conditions and excessive cosmetic use. Using natural products will help to keep your skin soft and youthful.  All the skin types mentioned above (except the oily type) may benefit from the following natural moisturizers. 

The oily skin type needs to use natural astringents to keep the skin firm and clear.

Natural Moisturizers

1. Coconut oil has great skin benefits.  It is a good way to keep your skin soft and shiny. It effectively heals age spots, stretch marks, bruises and rashes. It may be used on your hair as well to moisturize the scalp and condition the hair.

2. Shea Butter: Shea butter derived from the African Shea nut is a natural moisturizer that helps heal fine lines, scars, stretch marks, sun burns and general skin irritations.  Enriched with vitamin A and E, Shea butter treats skin damages well.

3. Cocoa butter extracted from cocoa beans is a natural emollient rich in vitamins A, C and E, which are antioxidants.  It may be used on dry skin, chapped lips and stretch marks. 

4. Traditionally, Aloe Vera gel has been used to heal burns, sunburns, wounds and certain skin conditions like psoriasis.  

5. Lanolin is a therapeutic wax acquired from domestic wool-bearing sheep. The qualities in lanolin that protect the wool and skin of sheep also have a remarkable impact on the human skin. Lanolin-based products are very popular in personal care, baby skin care and treating sore nipples of nursing moms. 

6. Cucumber is a good source of vitamins B & C and contains 95% water.  It helps the body to rehydrate and detoxify, while topically it serves as a great moisturizer.  The cucumber skin has anti-inflammatory properties and may be used to soothe skin irritations and sun burns.  Putting a slice of cucumber on each of your tired eye would reduce puffiness and irritation.

Natural astringents

Natural astringents have anti-fungal and antibacterial properties that help to tighten the pores and reduce breakouts. Oily skin types may use the following natural astringents to treat the oiliness and improve the skin tone.

Rose water, witch hazel, orange blossom water, green tea, apple cider vinegar, calendula flowers and mint: Make a paste using one or more of these ingredients in rose water and apply a mask for 20 min. Wash your face and towel dry.

Try our Essentail Oils for Oily Skin Kit, a bundle of natural essential oils that can benefit oily skin.

Dermatologists believe that body and mind are related and every problem affecting the mind finds its way out through the skin. Soothe your skin with natural moisturizers to stay youthful and healthy, because beauty is not just skin deep, but begins from within and may extend to the entire body, mind and spirit! Beauty is an experience!

You will need:

-  20 Drops of Lemon grass essential oil
-  20 Drops of Eucalyptus oil
-  4 Ounces of Water
-  Spray Bottle

Add all ingredients to the spray bottle and shake well.

Spray this natural tick repellent on your shoes, socks and pant cuffs, or spray on your dog’s paws, feet, lower legs, haunches, and underbelly prior to going outside.

Save money on the ingredients for natural tick repellent. Shop for lemon grass and eucalyptus essential oils below!

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Tick Bite Facts

As long as ticks are removed within 24 hours of attachment, pathogens will generally not be transmitted; however, the victim should also be tested for infections just to be sure.

Tickborne diseases in the US
Lyme disease is the most commonly known disease people get from tick bites. It is commonly misspelled as Lime disease. Lyme disease is named after the town Old Lyme, CT.  

Other tickborne diseases: Tularemia, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF, Southern Tick Associate Rash Illness (STARI), Ehrilichiosis, Anaplasmosis, Babesiosis, Rickettsia, Parkeri Rickettsiosis, 364D Rickettsiosis, Tickborne Relapsing Fever (TBRF).

Tick Myths

Myth: A hot match, rubbing alcohol, fingernail polish or petroleum jelly will cause a tick to back out of a bite. FACT: The only way to remove a tick completely is to pull it out slowly with SANITIZED, NEEDLE-NOSE TWEEZERS. DO NOT use flat or blunt tweezers, this could cause the tick to break in half and squeeze germs into the bite.

Myth: Ticks will jump from trees and high areas onto passing victims. FACT: It is rare to see a tick any higher than a couple feet and some ticks are even blind and would not be able to see where they were jumping. 

Stool Eating Deterrents
If your dog has problems with stool eating, don’t worry, you’re not alone.  This is actually a very common problem that can be solved with a product such as NaturVet Coprophagia.  After your pup consumes these products, his stool will taste extremely unpleasant and he will eventually stop trying.  Dogs try to eat their own stool for a number of reasons, so it’s also a good idea to figure out the underlying problem.

Bark Control
At ProbioticSmart.com, you can find a variety of bark control products such as bark collars, bark deterrents, and even spray bark control.  All of these items are completely safe for your pet.  They will keep your own dog, and possibly even your neighbor’s dog, from barking.  The key to these items is that they vibrate or spray unpleasant scents that will teach your dog not to bark over time.  It usually doesn’t take too long for them to work, you could experience quiet in no time!

We want to do everything we can to keep your pet as happy and healthy as possible.  Just remember that pet behavior problems can often signal an underlying issue that may need more attention than a bark collar or calming product, seek veterinary assistance if you feel it is necessary.

Hormone deficiencies are essentially the cause of senior dog incontinence. When testosterone and estrogen in their bodies decreases, they lose their ability to control the urethral sphincter, a band of muscle located near the base of the bladder. Spayed or neutered dog are more likely to develop the condition because their reproductive organs have been removed, therefore they have fewer hormones. Older female dogs are more likely to be affected by incontinence because they have shorter, wider urethras.

Although urinary incontinence is usually harmless, there are some underlying problems that may be the cause of it, including:

Because there are so many possible causes for old dog incontinence, the condition requires veterinary attention.  Your vet will need to do some investigation to determine any underlying cause. Initially, your dog will need a full physical exam, a urinalysis and a urine culture to determine if there is a urinary tract infection.  Further tests (blood work and X-rays) may be necessary.

Treatment for dog incontinence depends on the cause.  Your vet may prescribe medication and provide you with advice as to how to manage the incontinence. Supplements such as Pet Naturals Bladder Support for Dogs are recommended for senior dog bladder control management.  

There are several steps you can take to make the incontinence more manageable.  Keep your dog as clean and dry as possible to avoid skin irritation.  Take your dog outside often to try and avoid accidents.  Keep her well groomed, with her fur trimmed short.  Make sure to provide her with plenty of water to avoid dehydration.  Areas in the house where the dog has urinated should be cleaned with an enzymatic cleaner.

If you notice that you dog’s urinary habits have changed, it is advisable to bring him/her to the veterinarian right away to treat or cure the problem as soon as possible.

Several oils can assist the process of healing just about any wound.  Here at Probioticsmart.com, we chose lavender, rosemary, sage and jojoba oil as our essential oils for scars kit.  Read about the properties and benefits of each below:

Lavender oil, once diluted, can be used around new wounds.  It helps to fight infection and for the body to heal quickly.  Another function of lavender oil is to help the body regenerate new cells.  Using lavender oil after obtaining a wound can assist with reducing the likelihood of scarring. 

Rosemary oil is an essential oil with a pleasing aroma that is used in many skin care mixtures. Rosemary will also rouse cellular metabolism, improving the nutrition and waste cycling of skin cells.

Sage oil is used in the healing of scars, mainly old or unsightly scars. Its natural renewing properties and ability to promote circulation aid in gradually breaking down the tough skin resulting from wound healing.

Jojoba oil is often used as a carrier oil. It has many skin healing properties as well as the ability to sooth, moisturize, and restore the skin.
 
So, how do you use both of these essential oils together to treat scars? Every essential oils works in a unique way and each person’s skin will respond differently. When blending the oils, a good rule of thumb is 20 drops of essential oil to every 1 oz of carrier oil. You can blend all of the oils together such as 10 drops Lavender Oil, 5 drops Rosemary Oil, 5 drops Sage Oil and 1 oz Jojoba Oil. Or you could try just two of the oils making up a combination of 20 drops of essential oil to 1 oz carrier oil.

If you're ready to get started, try the Essential Oils for Scars Kit today.

You have nothing to lose but the scar!

• Gently massage your back, neck and shoulders using essential oils, making small circles stressing the thumbs to make gentle strokes.

• Decaffeinated herbal tea is a good way to calm the senses.

A few self-help tips to deal with Insomnia:

1. Meditate at least for 15 min. late evening, to teach your mind simply to exit the worldly issues and enter into a peaceful inner zone.

2. Wear loose fitted cotton clothes to bed. Also keep your bedroom dark, using dark colors for the walls and heavy curtains.

3. Keep your office work outside the bedroom, and that includes laptops, cell phones and other communication devices. Objects are connected to thought processes and even a slight beep could unconsciously trigger all the worries and stress waiting outside the door.

4. Television is like caffeine to the eyes, because it feeds your vision engaging the mind. Avoid television and on the other hand listen to soft music

5. Avoid caffeine after 5.00 pm. Early dinners and earlier workouts might help.

Essential oils have a great impact on the senses, creating a soothing experience lulling you to sleep. We hope these natural remedies for insominia will help you start falling asleep with ease. 

Here are a few DIY beauty tricks with coconut oil. Remember, when using coconut oil for beauty purposes, it is best to buy quality. Look for food grade, unrefined oil. Give these tricks a try and let us know what you think. 

Moisturizer

Keep dry skin at bay. Try applying coconut oil to your face and body right after you step out of the shower. Scoop a little directly into your hands, rub in between your palms to soften and smooth over your skin. The oil absorbs quickly and won't clog your pores. Or try replacing your shaving cream with coconut oil. This is a perfect solution for those with sensitive skin. Just smooth the oil over your skin and shave as usual. Rinse with warm water and pat dry with a towel.

Body scrub

All you need is two ingredients for this DIY body scrub. Three if you're feeling fancy. Mix two parts coconut oil to one part sugar. Warm the oil in the microwave first to make mixing easier. Don't forget to add a few drops of essential oil if you'd like a specific fragrance. Just rub it all over your skin and rinse off. It's really that easy.

Makeup remover

Do your face a favor and ditch the harsh chemicals. Rub a little coconut oil between your fingers to soften, then apply to your face in a circular motion. The coconut oil will break down waxy makeups and leave your skin moisturized. To help remove stubborn mascara, put a couple drops of oil on a cotton ball and gently sweep it over closed eyes. Then, wash your face as usual. Coconut oils works well as a makeup brush cleaner, too. Just soak the brushes in melted coconut oil, rinse thoroughly and let air dry.

Hair treatment

Coconut oil works well as a leave-in hair conditioner. Work a teaspoon of oil in your hands, then run your fingers through your hair. Make sure to pay special attention to any damaged ends. Wrap your hair in a warm towel and leave it on for a few hours, or overnight for an even deeper treatment. When it comes time to rinse your hair out, shampoo a few times to remove any excess oil. You'll be left with soft, shiny hair.

For every $3 you donate to PSCPets.com, we will be able to donate an order of PSCPets brand Intelliflora, which retails at $14.99. We cover the rest of the product cost! Learn more about how to donate here: April Rescue Outreach.

About GO Boxer Rescue
GO Boxer Rescue is a non-profit Foster Home-based organization that serves Ohio and bordering areas. This organization acts as a placement program to foster Boxers in need and eventually find them forever homes.

Currently, GOBR has 12 Boxers being evaluated in foster homes and being conditioned for adoption.

Co-founders Delmar Robinson and Rachel Osborn met in 1995. Both had a history with raising Boxers and a soft spot in their hearts for the breed, so they dedicated their time to helping Boxers who needed new homes.

Go Boxer Rescue’s mission since then has been to find forever homes for Boxers. The rescue assesses the health and temperament of each dog, and provides medical care and training as needed.

This rescue is also dedicated to promoting responsible pet ownership through their application process and pet ownership preparation. They are committed to helping owners with any issues they may be experiencing in order to ensure a safe and happy existence for both Boxer and family.

How can I help?
GOBR needs your help! On top of operating expenses, this outreach takes on full medical expenses for dogs that are found needing medical care. They deal with a variety of issues such as broken legs, Ricketts disease, mange, surgeries and much more.

These procedures are expensive and paid for by GOBR, so funding and donations are a huge need for this outreach.

“All of these things, along with the routine spay/neuter and immunizations and testing for heartworms and fecal parasites, costs money to treat and care for,” says Director Osborn.

Please consider donating $3 to this cause, volunteering for fostering, or supplying GOBR with necessities such as dog beds, crates, blankets, gift cards and sturdy toys. GOBR accepts quality food and treats, dog bowls, preferably stainless steel or other non-porous materials.

“Basically we accept anything that can be used to care for Boxers,” says Osborn. “We also accept other items that can be used to auction, or raffle or sell at events such as our annual Boxer Bash to help us raise funds, as well as spread the word to the public.”

All About Boxers
Boxers come in two breeds: German Boxer and American Boxer. These breeds vary slightly in body structure.

Boxers were named as such because they love to use their front paws for just about everything, presenting the appearance of a boxer. They are very clownish and playful.

Appearance 
The Boxer’s has a compact, powerful body, a distinctive short muzzle and an under bite. The ears are set high on their head and either cropped or kept natural, while the tail is often docked. This breed’s short coat comes in brindle and fawn, with a wide variety of colors including golden, red, mahogany, deer, white or dark. This breed typically weighs between 50 and 70 pounds and grows up to 25 inches tall.

Personalities 
The Boxer is an athletic and muscular breed that requires a lot of exercise and daily walks otherwise it can become high strung and mischievous. In the right conditions they are happy, high-spirited, playful, intelligent and affectionate.

A “Working” breed, this dog trains well and if socialized properly will get along with other dogs and even cats!

Myths About White Boxers 
Technically, white Boxers are either Brindle or Fawn, not truly white, and they are not rare as portrayed in newspaper ads.

“Approximately 23 percent of all Boxers are born ‘white,’ some having a patch over an eye or ear, or other places on their body,” says Rachel Osborn. “Some think that all white Boxers are deaf, but this is not the case either.” Luckily, only 10 to 12 percent of white Boxers are born deaf.

A few self-help tips when you have acne:

• Clean your face gently using mild non-drying soaps.
• Do not use oil based cosmetics as it may increase the breakouts.
• Wash your face every day at least twice, especially after work outs and sports.
• Avoid wearing hats and tight headbands, because it might trap the sweat and oils in your hair, causing skin breakouts and irritations.
• Shampoo your hair frequently if it is oily, and be sure to keep such hair off your face to avoid contact.
• Never pick on the pimples, as it could get infected.
• Consult your pharmacist before trying any over the counter treatments.
• Too much of sun exposure may be harmful, increasing the risks of skin cancer.

Acne is a natural condition calling for natural remedies. Unlike some cosmetics, natural remedies do not leave scars or side effects. You can get started today with our natural remedy for acne kit!
 

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This is also an ideal time of year because we have spent most of the winter building up toxins from forced hibernation.

Cleansing has been known to provide several benefits by ridding the body of built up toxins. People have been doing it for a very long time through fasting, diet and supplemental usage. Now we are finding out that our pets also need help in ridding the toxins we put upon them just by bringing them into our homes.

Most pet health symptoms, illness and diseases are caused by an accumulation of toxins that our pets are not able to eliminate. Chronic illnesses that didn’t exist 40 years ago are now very common in household pets due to poor immune systems.

Poor nutrition, over-vaccinating and exposure to environmental toxins around the home are all large factors contributing to poor immunity and health.

Common symptoms of toxicity in pets

Skin Problems: Skin rashes, Eczema, Psoriasis, Tumors, Cysts, Infected Wounds, Acne and other non-allergy skin problems i.e., Mange (see Calendula Extract, Mega Omega-3 and Rejuva Spray)
Dog and cat Constipation and Diarrhea
Kidney and Liver problems
Cancers
Intestinal parasites, Urinary tract infections (see Yeast & Fungal D’Tox)
Cat fur ball problems
Dog valley fever
Bad Breath
Stinky Coat
Itchy Feet/Tail
                    ….and the list goes on!

Much of these symptoms can be avoided or reduced naturally by cleansing your pet from the inside out and providing a high quality diet.

If the diet has been less than high quality, it is most likely that the cells, organs and body systems are not able to function as efficiently as possible. Over time toxins accumulate in the body breaking it down from the inside out.

Where do Toxins come from? 
A few common sources of toxins:

• Air Qaulity - Contaminents and toxins from cleaning supplies, air fresheners, and other household items used for cleaning gather in air and severely damage the health of in-home atmosphere.
• Tap water
• Plastics - water dishes, chew toys.
• Fertilizers and pesticides - Pets walk on the lawn and then lick their paws.
• Commercial pet food i.e. fillers, chemical preservatives as in Ethoxyquin, BHA and BHT, Propylene Glycol, Nitrates, Heavy Metals leaching from canned food. 
• Vaccinations, Pharmaceuticals, Drugs and Antibiotics - flea collars or drops are highly toxic.
• Fire retardants and antimicrobials - from pets bedding, accessories.
• Grooming Products - chemicals are absorbed through the skin or licked off by the animal.
• Teflon chemicals - toxic fumes are released into the air when cooking with non-stick pans. These fumes will kill birds.

About detoxifying your pet
Shawn Messonnier, DVM at DogChannel.com, gives great advice on detoxing your pet:

Using gentle herbal and homeopathic remedies and nutritional supplements help cleanse the dog’s body and allow greater healing to occur. The following tips can help you with your pet’s detoxification:

1. A brief fast lasting 12 to 24 hours can benefit most pets. Plenty of fresh, clean, filtered water should be available to your pet during this time.

2. Symptoms get worse before they get better. Everything has to come out and as your pet’s body rids itself of toxins it will experience these toxins more than normal. Do not discontinue the detox at this point unless you feel your pet’s life is in danger.

3. Do not bathe your pet during a detox. Brushing, however, is just fine!

4. Upgrade Food & Treats. Switching to a more natural food can benefit your dog’s long-term health. Feeding a high-quality, natural diet is one of the simplest steps you can take to minimize toxins accumulating in your dog’s body.

Azmira: Lifestyle Dog Formula
Azmira: Classic Cat Food Feline Poultry Formula

5. Providing supplements can help heal a dog’s damaged gastrointestinal system. Because a damaged gastrointestinal system can lead to further absorption of toxins, this is an important step for most dogs undergoing a detoxification program. The liver is one of the main organs of detoxification – a damaged liver allows toxins to accumulate in the dog’s body.

- Prebiotics and Probiotics (to support healthy digestion and absorption of nutrients) - Glutamine (an amino acid which serves as fuel for GI cells) 
- Herbs

Daily Boost contains Milk Thistle, an herb used to detoxify and heal a damaged liver, is useful when detoxing a dog. 
See Azmira’s Parasite Kit for dogs with parasitic infestations. 
Solid Gold Seameal, with nineteen species of sea vegetation, supports the immune system and thyroid, fights allergies and aids in digestion.

6. Homeopathics are often used as part of a gentle whole-body detoxification. Lymphomyosot, berberis, and nux vomica are homeopathic remedies designed to allow a gentle detoxification of the urogenital system, gastrointestinal system, and blood and lymphatic systems.

Azmira: D’toxifier – Dr Newman’s Blend – Promotes prevention and reversal of acute or chronic symptoms by reducing toxic waste in the body, promotes the use of available nutrients to fuel healing and long-term wellness.

Azmira: Calendula Extract – For pets with skin problems. 

Azmira: Yeast & Fungal D’Tox – Promotes antifungal, antibacterial and anti-yeast properties, helps eliminate Candida overgrowth and ringworm infections.

Azmira: Skin & Liv-a-Plex – Adresses liver congestion and poor metabolism responsible for the manifestation of skin and coat disorders, aids toxic livers, improper fatty metabolism, impure blood, bacterial grown and hormonal imbalance.

Let’s face it: raising a pet can get messy sometimes. Who actually enjoys cleaning up that smelly “accident” found on the living room floor? 

As gross as poop duty is, it’s a necessary evilsometimes; however, a well-trained pet shouldn’t be having many unexpected “accidents” without cause. 

If you’ve been experiencing these stinky surprises, or noticed a change in the health of your pet’s bowel movements such as diarrhea, be sure that it’s not normal. There is something affecting your pet’s digestive track (also known as a gastrointestinal imbalance) and it shouldn’t be ignored. 

Bacterial Imbalance
Like humans, animals carry healthy bacteria in their systems which help with immunity, digestion and other bodily functions. 

 “The quality of the intestinal bacteria is determined for the most part by the presence of multiple stable groups of bacteria, the total quantity of each type of bacteria and their proportions in relation to one another.” - Gerrit de Weerd, Farm Food Dog Food

In short, a healthy intestinal track requires a healthy ratio of “good” bacteria, and a severe and consistent lack of these good bacteria is known to physicians as dysbacteriosis.

What causes bacterial imbalance in my pet’s GI tract?
When the balance of intestinal bacteria becomes disrupted, problems such as chronic diarrhea often occur. Conditions such as Dysbacteriosis are caused mostly due to the use of antibiotics, which kills off any foreign bodies living within your pet – even the good ones!

“Antibiotics alter the normal flora that serves as a protective barrier against pathogens. When these normal, beneficial organisms are killed off, harmful bacteria are free to multiply and cause disease. The best example is severe diarrhea that follows the use of certain antibiotics, which change the normal flora of the bowel.” – pets.webmd.com

So what’s a recommended treatment for the side effects caused by the use of antibiotics?
Reintroduction of beneficial flora!

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According to Marcelle Pick, OB/GYN, “A daily dose of probiotics, such as Acidophilus and bifidobacteria, is helpful in maintaining the right ratio of bacteria in the intestines. This is especially important if you are taking antibiotics, as these drugs destroy both friendly and unfriendly bacteria indiscriminately.”

The good news is these little problems can be cared for in your own home without the expensive assistance of a veterinarian. Even better news: ProbioticSmart.com has an affordable solution!

IntelliFloraTM – Created and Approved by Veterinarians!

This is one of our most popular products. IntelliFloraTM is created in-house by our veterinarians for the intestinal health of your dog or cat. It comes in an enticing powder form, which you sprinkle on your pet’s food daily. 

This wonderful product contains dehydrated living cultures of five different bacteria, which “come back to life” once they are warmed up in your pet’s intestinal tract.

According to our clinical research study, this probiotic is “designed to increase total lactic acid bacteria such as Enterococcus faecium and species of Lactobacillus in the gastrointestinal tract (GI) of dogs and cats.”
The graph below shows the efficacy and colonization of these bacteria in a dog’s GI tract. Examination of the fecal matter showed that the specific bacteria provided by Intellaflora increased greatly in numbers.

IntelliFlora was given daily to dogs as indicated in the directions. Fecal matter was collected after 3 days and analyzed for Enterococcus faecium by a specific microbiological plating method. IntelliFlora use shows dramatic increases of Enterococcus faecium in the fecal matter of dogs. These results are consistent with IntelliFlora for helping dogs that need to obtain a healthy GI tract and lifestyle.

Also present in this product is a variety of essential vitamins and nutrients including Vitamins A, C, E, Zinc and Manganese. These supplements are important to your dog or cat’s proper metabolism, vision and immune system function.

More information on this product can be found at the IntelliFlora Probiotics For Pets under the “Product Description” tab.

Ask an expert…
We asked our resident veterinarian, Dr. Vijay Sasi, DVM, MS, some typical questions our customers have about using this product. Please read below for his input and advice.

How do I know when my pet needs probiotics?
Most common reason to give probiotics is poor appetite, digestive upsets etc. related to stress, post antibiotic therapy etc. All these things are, in general, due to microbial imbalance in the gut. If the problem does not resolve with microbial supplements, talk to your vet for further investigation.

Should I treat my pet with IntelliFlora in conjunction with another product?
IntelliFlora is a microbial supplement and in general can be a stand-alone product. For specific conditions when the dog needs specialty food like low protein, low fat, low minerals etc. due to kidney/liver disorder etc. , it is a good idea to consult your vet for advice.

What can I expect when I give my pet this product?
•  Improved appetite and digestion.
•  Better attitude and energy
•  Better stool consistency
•  Over all improved health specifically following stressful situations

How long does it take to see results?
This depends on the condition. I have seen results as early as 12 hours. Sometimes it take about 5-7 days.

How long should I keep my pet on IntelliFlora? Is overdose possible?
It is a very safe product. If given in extremely large amounts, mild diarrhea is possible.

Can IntelliFlora spoil/go bad?
These are viable bacteria and they have a shelf life of 2 years when stored as directed. High temperature, moisture, etc., will destroy the bacteria and product will lose efficacy. Always replace the lid after use and store in a cool, dry place.

What are the causes of poor digestion in pets? 
•  Stress
•  Enzymes Deficiency
•  Low quality food
•  Microbial imbalance

Special Instructions:
• If your dog becomes very ill and develops a fever, don’t waste any time getting him to a vet.
• Administering special intestinal bacteria preparations designed for humans will not benefit your dog. The pH balance (acidity) of a dog’s stomach is so low that virtually none of its intestinal bacteria will survive (unless they are acid-resistant types such as the tripe bacteria and the bacterial spores of ruminants).
• All dry feed is sterile (contains no bacteria). Also canned feed and other products that don’t require freezing are sterile and therefore do not benefit the accumulation and maintenance of intestinal bacteria.

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Our featured organization for this month is Sheltie Rescue of Utah. This non-profit organization has been a dedicated customer of PSCPets.com products for their shelties. Because of their loyal business with us and their dedication to helping Shelties in need, we are offering them a chance to earn free products!

For every $3 you donate to PSCPets.com, we will be able to donate an order of PSCPets brand Intelliflora, which retails at $14.99. We cover the rest of the product cost! Learn more about how to donate here: March PSCPets Rescue Outreach.

Intelliflora is a great product to share with the shelties at this shelter, as dogs that experience change and stressful living situations (such as being homeless, malnourished, etc) can exhibit digestive problems. This product is also essential for senior dogs that seem to experience digestive problems more often than younger animals.

How Can I Donate?
The residents at Sheltie Rescue of Utah would really appreciate your help! If you have $3 to spare, please consider donating it to help provide PSCPets brand Intelliflora for these rescued dogs. All donations are used exclusively for the care of rescued Shelties. They are tax deductible and you can donate on their web site via PayPal, you can also sponsor a rescued sheltie to help cover medical expenses.

Interested in volunteering or fostering? The application can also be found through the website.

If you are a non-profit organization hoping to be a part of our PSCPets.com Rescue Outreach Program, please contact us to be considered for our special discounts!

About Sheltie Rescue of Utah

The mission of Sheltie Rescue of Utah is to rescue lost and discarded Shetland Sheepdogs (Shelties), rehabilitate them physically and mentally, and to find new homes in which they will flourish for the rest of their lives. SRU is a 501( c ) ( 3 ) Charitable Organization which does not participate in euthanasia.

What sets SRU apart is the fact that it does not operate as a shelter, but as an adoptive foster service to temporarily house and evaluate the shelties brought in. These pooches live with people as opposed to in kennels, and are cared for by individuals briefly until forever homes are found for them!

The utmost care: SRU diligently searches for the right adoptive families, and utilize foster homes to evaluate the physical and behavioral characteristics of their shelties. Rescued dogs are house trained and rehabilitated. All medical problems are addressed while the shelties are cared for in their foster homes. Currently there are 11 dogs being cared for at this organization that are ready for adoption. You can browse these Shelties and learn about their stories here.

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Interested in adopting a puppy? SRU says DO NOT BUY from pet stores! “While there may be pet shops that sell dogs and cats that are healthy and come from reputable sources, we haven’t found them,” states our friends at SRU.

Puppy mills are unethical and only exist for the purpose of manufacturing puppies as money-making products. The puppies you see in pet stores are bought from puppy farms. They often have questionable parentage and are born in inhumane and unsanitary conditions. These poor animals are shipped through horrendous means, stuffed into large boxes and often arriving sick or damaged.

Unfair puppy mill prices.
A poor condition of the puppies upon arrival can cause a markup in the selling price in order to offset the cost of making the puppies look presentable and adoptable. In short, the puppies you see in pet shops have probably led unhealthy existences and are more expensive than they should be, all for the sake of profit.
Many shelters and animal activists urge consumers not to support pet stores dealing in dogs and cats.

Consider adopting an adult dog.
Though most of the Shelties found at shelters like SRU are no longer puppies, you can be assured that they have been well cared for and prepared to come home with you. In fact, all dogs are spayed or neutered at SRU, not to mention the fact that most adult dogs are housebroken and probably more trained than a new puppy would be. Imagine skipping all the messes and chewed up furniture!

Fair and ethical.
Adoption fees are fairly priced and go towards the operation of the non-profit organization to ensure a healthy environment for the rescued dogs. Visit the SRU web site to browse shelties in need of homes, learn more about their adoption fees (which helps to cover costs of living for your dog, sometimes amounting in thousands of dollars!) and fill out a 3-part adoption application under “Online Forms.”

SRU also supports your decision to find your next family member from your local Humane Society and save a life from euthanasia!

You can also sign up for this program before making a purchase!

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Also, your friends receive their very own code when they click on your link for a 20% discount off of PSC Brand products!

Products available for this promotion include:

• 30 gram of Intelliflora for cats and dogs
• PSCPets Probiotic Soft Chew for Medium and Large Dogs(240gm)
• PSCPets Daily Enzymes and Prebiotic Soft Chews for Medium and Large Dog(240gm) 
• PSCPets Ear Cleaner for cats and dogs
• 60gm PSC Pets Dental Probiotics for cats and dogs
  
  

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PSCPets.com seeks to assist non-profit organizations that care and advocate for animals by providing them with certain products they can utilize with the help of a minimal donation from you! Each month we feature a new non-profit organization to promote and support with the PSCPets Rescue Outreach Program.

PSCPets’ February Rescue Outreach Program featured organization is House With A Heart Senior Pet Sanctuary of Gaithersburg, Maryland.

For every $3 donation we receive during the month of February, PSCPets.com will send one bottle of PSCPets Joint Support, which retails at $14.99, to House Wtih a Heart Senior Pet Sanctuary.  This product, which comes in soft chew form, is ideal for the old critters at HWAH. Please make your donations here!

About HWAH

House With A Heart is a non-profit, all-volunteer organization which provides shelter for senior dogs and cats. This organization does its part to reduce the amount of older dogs and cats that are euthanized or made homeless because of their aging conditions. Unlike most shelters, HWAH does not seek to find new homes for their animals but instead provides a place for them to live out the remainder of their lives.

HWAH greatly appreciates any donations, as caring for older pets can be more costly than with younger animals since they require special diets and more frequent medical attention.

More info about PSCPets Joint Support

Developed and created by our own veterinarian team, this product contains a special blend of ingredients that help to support healthy bones, joints and surrounding tissues. These ingredients include glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate, manganese, and Vitamin E.

How do these ingredients help with joint health?

•    Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate: Thought to help slow or prevent the degeneration of joint cartilage, the underlying cause of osteoarthritis pain. (Yes, your pet can suffer from arthritis, too!) Glucosamine has been shown in laboratory tests to help protect joint cartilage by limiting breakdown and helping to build up levels of cartilage. Chondroitin sulfate is part of a protein molecule that gives cartilage its elastic properties and is thought to have an anti-inflammatory effect. This can help relieve painful swelling in your pat caused by exposed joint bones rubbing together. (Thomas E. Hyde, DC.)

•    Manganese: This supplement can be beneficial for several conditions, including Osteoporosis and arthritis. Those suffering from arthritis tend to be lacking in SOD, an antioxidant that helps protect the joints from damage during inflammation. Some experts theorize that manganese may increase SOD levels, and a few clinical studies of people with rheumatoid and osteoarthritis suggest that manganese taken along with glucosamine and chondroitin can reduce pain (UMMC).

•    Vitamin E: Also known as D-Alpha Tocopherol Succinate, Vitamin E is an antioxidant and a nutrient that may protect cells against the damage caused by free radicals. Studies show that the buildup of these free radicals is responsible for the aging process and may lead to arthritis, heart disease, and cancer. The powerful antioxidant properties may help prevent damage to joint tissue. (learninginfo.org).

The residents at House With a Heart Senior Pet Sancutary would really appreicate your help! If you have $3 to spare, please consider donating it to help with the ailing joints of the seniors at HWAH!

Iron is an important mineral that is used by the body in the making of red blood cells, more specifically; iron is used in the making of hemoglobin which is the most prominent protein in red blood cells. Hemoglobin transports oxygen throughout the body, so in the absence of iron, tissues, muscles and other systems of the body do not receive the right amount of oxygen and therefore cannot perform as they should. The right amounts of iron in the body will eliminate fatigue and muscle weakness as well as promote a healthy immune system.

What happens when iron is lacking in the body?

Unfortunately iron deficiency is the number one nutritional deficiency in the world! Remember how we said iron is needed to successfully produce hemoglobin, the red blood cell that transports oxygen all over the body? Well if you don't have enough iron your body needs to work a whole heck of a lot harder to get the energy it so desperately needs to function properly. This lack of iron, which leads to lack of oxygen, leaves people feeling tired, weak, irritable and unable to focus. Being that iron deficiency is so wide spread, this might give you some insight into why some of your friends and family members exhibit some of those symptoms. Hey consider this… Aunt Betty might not actually be a crabby, tired, unfocused woman; she could have an iron deficiency!

It's also important to note that women with heavy periods are also at a higher risk for an iron deficiency. There's a little something called the tampon test, if you find that you're changing tampons more than every two hours, chances are you are losing too much iron and should have your iron levels checked.

Iron deficiency and fatigue

With the fast paced life most people lead it's pretty normal to feel tired, however take a look at these warning signs of iron deficiency and check off the ones you feel pertain to you:

1. You are really fatigued for over a month.

2. You always feel cold.

3. Your skin looks paler than usual.

4. You can't focus at all.

5. You have substantial hair loss and brittle nails.

If you checked off one or more of the above symptoms, your overall fatigue level could be caused by an iron deficiency and you should head in to your doctor for a check.

Getting tested for an iron deficiency:

You might not know it, but when you go through your annual medical exam your doctor is most likely not looking for an iron deficiency. Normal blood work includes checks for blood pressure and cholesterol numbers, but not for iron unless you ask for it specifically. If you exhibit any of the symptoms stated before, ask for an iron test the next time you visit your doctor.

Increasing your intake of iron rich foods:

If you'd like to start increasing the levels of iron in your system right now you can up your intake of iron rich foods, or start on an iron supplement. Here is a list of iron rich foods you can start adding to your diet today:

• Red meat
• Egg yolks
• Dark, leafy greens (spinach, collards)
• Dried fruit (prunes, raisins)
• Iron-enriched cereals and grains (check the labels)
• Mollusks (oysters, clams, scallops)
• Turkey or chicken giblets
• Beans, lentils, chick peas and soybeans
• Liver
• Artichokes
  
  

Considering an iron supplement:

If you feel you could have an iron deficiency, there is also the option of an iron supplements such as Feosol which is designed to help increase the body's absorption of iron. However, before starting supplements you should speak to your health care professional to find out what is right for you and consider being tested for an iron deficiency.

Try Feosol Today!

Important instructions:

Allergy test: Take the oil mix and dab it a bit on your abdomen. Wait for few hours to see if you are allergic to it. In case, you find that you are allergic to it or feel that it is burning your skin then apply more carrier oil to that area to reduce the effect of the essential oil. However, if you don't find any side effect then that oil mix is safe for use.

Diluting essential oils: Essential oils are highly concentrated and most of the time require a carrier oil when being applied directly to the skin. A carrier oil isn’t needed for applications that are inhaled, such as when adding a few drops of lavender to a cloth and inhaling deeply to encourage relaxation.

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