Your Pet and Your Health
Many of us agree that we should do everything within our power to make sure that our companion animals enjoy the best possible health. But did you know that simply by being a part of your life, your dog or cat could actually help you to be not only happier but healthier, too?
Of course you did. It’s all part of the privilege (and fun!) of being a pet parent. What you may not know is that there’s plenty of science to back it up. A wealth of knowledge regarding the health benefits associated with having companion animals has been accumulated over the last two decades, including numerous research studies in the U.S. and abroad.
A study published in The British Journal of Health Psychology reports that people who have companion animals tended to be healthier than those who did not. Additionally, when a dog was part of the family, the members had fewer minor ailments, lower blood pressure and lower cholesterol. Although the explanation for these advantages is unclear, researchers speculated that all benefits could be accounted for by reduced levels of stress, possibly due to increased physical activity and levels of social interaction.
The positive effects of having a canine companion have also been chronicled in research published in the American Journal of Cardiology. The year-long study documented the effect of having a canine companion in 369 patients who had suffered an acute heart attack. The positive effects were nothing short of extraordinary! The patients who had a dog in the home had a much better chance of survival. Over 7% of patients without a dog died during the study, compared with only 1% of those who had a canine companion.
Researchers at the University of Leicester found that when pets are in a household, children six years and younger develop social skills at an accelerated rate. Additionally, these children tend to have better coordination, improved confidence, superior communication skills and are even less likely to have allergies!
The British Medical Journal concluded that pets serve a vital need for socialization, especially for those at a higher risk for isolation, like those with physical limitations that might prevent opportunities for social interaction. Most medical professionals agree that the broader the network of social contacts, the better we are able to deal with difficult life issues. This study, and others like it, supports the idea that this need for social relations can be fulfilled equally well by companion animals as with people.
And a survey by the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association revealed that bringing a companion animal to the office resulted in higher worker productivity.
These and many other studies reinforce what we as pet parents have suspected all along … that our beloved four-footed companions are integral parts of our families, enriching our lives beyond measure.
If you have a story about how your companion animal has improved your life, we’d like to know about it. Share your personal anecdote with us at stories@healthypetnet.com.
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If You Were Stranded
on an Island...
A recent national survey revealed just how much Americans love their companion animals. When respondents were asked whether they’d like to spend life stranded on a deserted island with either their spouse or their pet, over 60% said they would prefer their dog or cat for companionship!
Quality Time with
Your Companion Animal
Once again, a new school year has begun. With busier school and activity schedules, it’s also the time when pet parents may find themselves with less time to spend with their companion animals. Here are some easy tips for making the most of the time that you do have:
Set aside a few minutes in the morning to groom your dog or cat. While brushing or combing, talk about your upcoming day. If your pets don’t enjoy grooming, then just spend a few minutes petting them. Whatever your daily morning interaction, try to do it at the same time and in the same place. Your companion will find comfort in the regimen – and so will you!
If you have a dog, do something that he or she will enjoy after you return home from work, like a game of catch, hide-and-seek, or take a long walk. If you have cats, we recommend using fishing poles with dangling feathers – your cat will love the chase!
Incorporate teeth cleaning, ear cleaning and/or nail trimming into your new routine. Too often, these health necessities are viewed begrudgingly as chores. Commit to making this time as pleasurable as possible, like time at the spa.
Massage is a wonderful way to connect with your companion animals. Check out one of the many pet massage books currently on the market to help you develop a technique. There is even evidence to suggest that massage can improve your pet’s health, and it will relax you, too.
Just remember – spending quality time with your companion animal can bring about dramatic changes in temperament, improving the bond you share with your pet and your overall quality of life.
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NEW - Premium Canned Food For Dogs!
Dogs do more than just give us companionship. They comfort us when we need it the most. They enrich our lives with every loving glance and every cheerful tail-wag. Every time we return home, they welcome us with enthusiasm and glee. When they lean against us for attention, they build up our reserves, and help us to face the next challenge. They make the hard days brighter, and the good times shine with happiness.
For all that they do every day, shouldn’t we provide them with a nutritious food that’s equally amazing? I feel the answer is, “Absolutely yes!”
Providing good nutrition is one way of expressing how much we adore our dogs, if not the most important way. And giving them superior nutrition can help to sustain and nourish them for a long and healthy lifetime. That’s a big part of the reason why I chose to create Life’s Abundance Premium Canned Health Food for Puppies & Adult Dogs.
I am so excited to share with you the good news about these new premium canned dog foods, which are available in two distinct meals. They are as wholesome and delicious as any home-cooked meal. One meal is created especially for breakfast and other just for dinner. There’s Turkey & Shrimp Breakfast in Broth and Chicken & Crab Dinner in Sauce.
These morning and evening foods are made with the same kind of love that you show your best friend. Seasoned with a special blend of spices, these meals are certain to make your dog do the happy dance, morning and night. Both are enhanced with essential fatty acids, antioxidants, and both feature only select, wholesome ingredients.
Each of these delectable gourmet feasts is like a five-star banquet in every bite. You can serve them as complete and balanced meals or as mouth-watering toppers for Life’s Abundance premium dry health foods.
As pet parents, we want to do all that we can to extend the healthy lifetimes of our dogs, and share precious moments with them for many years to come. I can assure you, I have put my heart and soul into these formulas, to help your dogs be as healthy as possible. I truly believe that Life’s Abundance Premium Canned Health Food for Puppies & Adult Dogs represents the best possible nutrition. Both are made with flavors that will make your dog do flips of joy! And when you feed these new foods in combination with Life’s Abundance Premium Dry Health Food, you’ll be providing a very strong nutritional foundation for your pet kids.
Because your dogs do so much for you, I urge you to try this newest addition to the HealthyPetNet family of products.
Thank you so much for your business, and for all you do to keep your companion animals healthy and happy!
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The Quality Your Dog Deserves
As we know all too well, some pet food companies are well known for using less-than-desirable ingredients to try and improve the appearance of foods and to meet the requirements for appropriate protein levels. As a leader in the premium pet health food industry, HealthyPetNet has never, and will never use any of these unsavory ingredients in our foods. That’s why Life’s Abundance Premium Canned Health Foods for Puppies & Adult Dogs contains absolutely no artificial colors or flavors, corn, wheat or any glutens. We’re sure that you’ll agree, the nutritional value of these superior canned foods meets or exceeds the standards you already expect from a product carrying the Life’s Abundance name.
New! Turkey & Shrimp Breakfast in Broth
Mornings have never been so good … or so nutritious! Your dog will be more excited than ever before to start off his or her day, with Life’s Abundance Premium Health Food for Puppies & Adult Dogs, Turkey & Shrimp Breakfast in Broth.
This savory breakfast was inspired by an American favorite – the omelet! This nutritious meal features turkey, shrimp, eggs, red skinned potatoes, red bell peppers and cheddar cheese, and is seasoned with just the right amount of basil and parsley. And every serving includes optimal amounts of added vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and omega fatty acids, to help maintain a healthy body.
No matter how you serve it, Turkey & Shrimp Breakfast in Broth is the perfect way to start the day!
New! Chicken & Crab Dinner in Sauce
There’s no better way to end a happy dog day, than with a delicious serving of Life’s Abundance Premium Health Food for Puppies & Adult Dogs, Chicken & Crab Dinner in Sauce. Your dog may even expect to have their dinner served on the good china!
This juicy, tender dinner is inspired by a traditional holiday meal. This superior food is chock full of select ingredients, like organic chicken, crab, eggs, carrots, red skinned potatoes, peas … even apples, for a built-in dessert! And every serving features optimal amounts of added vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and omega fatty acids, to help maintain a healthy body.
No matter how you serve it, Chicken & Crab Dinner in Sauce is the perfect way to end the day.
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