Dog Health FAQs
Q: Can dogs eat Halo cat food?
I don't recommend routinely feeding healthy dogs the cat formulation of Spot's Stew. Halo cat formulas are designed with higher levels of protein and fat than what dogs require. This creates a food that is higher in calories and can lead to problems with obesity when fed to dogs. The vitamin/mineral balance is specific to cats as well. Dogs should stick with our canine formulas to reach optimal health. ~Dr. Donna Spector
Q: My dog itches, scratches and tears his hair out in patches. What should I do?
A: This is the single most common question we get! 75% of the pets in this country are treated for skin and hair problems. We would recommend you try Spot’s Stew for Dogs and add VitaGlo Dream Coat and VitaGlo Vita-Mineral Mix — you’ll see a big difference in less than a week!
Q: My dog is always getting hot spots, skin irritations, rashes and little bumps on her back. Can you help?
A: The skin problems you mention are all too common and it’s a sign that there are not enough Essential Fatty Acids in the diet. Dream Coat is loaded with vitamins A, D & E (which directly benefit the skin) and it also contains garlic oil to support the immune system. Halo uses evening primrose oil too, which helps to neutralize irritations on the skin, so your dog should calm down and get relief quickly. Also, try using the Cloud Nine Herbal Healing Salve topically — you will both love the results.
Q: My dog likes to eat grass. Is this okay for him to do?
A: Pets that eat potted plants or grass may not be getting enough greens in
their diet. In the wild, animals would consume fresh prey that could have
eaten herbs, plants or berries. Your dog is a good candidate for VitaGlo
Daily Greens. This product provides him with healthy phytonutrients which
should satisfy his green food nutritional needs.
Q: I have an older dog that doesn’t have a lot of energy anymore. Is there anything to perk her up?
A: Live enzymes and antioxidants help support stamina and energy in most any pet. Try a steady program of VitaGlo Daily Greens and don’t forget the VitaGlo Xtra-C. Most people notice improvement very quickly.
Q: Any suggestions for canine arthritis and hip dysplasia?
A: There are three products we recommend for both pet arthritis and hip dysplasia. VitaGlo Xtra-C is an incredible product for your pet. There have been amazing studies by holistic veterinarians on the benefits of mega-doses of vitamin C (the primary ingredient in Xtra-C), to help support dogs with dysplasia. It does this by building collagen, the connective tissue that binds ligaments and joints. In addition, VitaGlo Vita Mineral Mix supports the muscular-skeletal system and your pet’s movement. For optimal results, we suggest using them together.
Most important is the VitaGlo Hip & Joint Supplement. It contains glucosamine, chondroitin, and vitamin C, which support your pet’s joints. It is blended with live enzymes so the body can more quickly absorb its beneficial nutrients. Smells great, tastes great, works great — there is nothing to lose.
Important Note: It’s very important to keep a pet with tendencies toward muscular-skeletal problems from being or becoming overweight. Unwanted pounds put additional stress on the body’s structure and make it more difficult for the pet’s motor function. The good news is that we don’t know of any animal that is overweight on a steady program of Spot’s Stew, since there are no fillers (corn, wheat or rice) like in commercial pet foods.
Q: I am searching for a food that will be okay for my 3 year old pug that had a history of pancreatitis and struvite crystals.
A: Spot’s Stew is the perfect food for your pug. The pH in our canned stew is between 6.2 and 6.8 — it’s slightly acidic, 80%+ moisture, and completely natural. In addition, we recommend our VitaGlo Xtra-C (pure vitamin C concentrate) and our VitaGlo Daily Greens. The Xtra-C will also support the immune system and support your pet’s bones, muscles, and teeth. The Daily Greens will give your pug a bit more energy and provide Mother Nature’s natural greens typically missing from other foods.
Q: Do you have anything for chronic eye discharge?
A: Many pets have chronic eye problems and the cause is generally two-fold. Some pets are bred to have "peke faces" and therefore have bent tear ducts. Debris can clog in the bend and the waste backs up in the tear duct, spills out on the face and produces ugly eye discharge. Try using our Cloud Nine Herbal Eyewash Kit which opens up clogged tear ducts and cleans them out. The product is great for eliminating bacteria in the eyes, which can cause swelling and redness.
Q: I’ve heard digestive enzymes are important to help my dog process food better. Do you carry any?
A: Yes, we think that VitaGlo Daily Greens are the best source of digestive enzymes on the market. In addition to enzymes, it provides healthy herbs, plants and berries along with valuable antioxidants. It is a complete multi-vitamin and mineral supplement as well.
Q: My dogs have strong breath. Do you have anything to help with that?
A: In general, a dog’s breath isn’t bad — what’s in their bodies can make their breath bad. You may want to consider our VitaGlo Xtra-C instant vitamin C supplement. It helps regulate bacteria growth and support the immune system (it does so much more than that, but it is where we would start). Another possibility would be to try some of the VitaGlo Vita-Mineral Mix to help keep the digestive tract flushed and clean. Apples and carrots are great as treats and apple is really good for their teeth and breath.
“Kunta loves Spot’s Stew! Since eating the product he has not thrown up or had diarrhea and the vet said his energy level is unbelievable!”
– M. Pearson, Naples, FL
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