Sharing-Corner
Everyone that works here at Green Cottage Pets
gets to share in the lives of everyone that comes through our doors, and what a privilege it is!
A story to share.....
A familiar announcement was made in the store,
'I love my cat!' (the story continues)
'I never was a cat lover until my husband insisted. He was leaving for Iraq. His bags were packed. We were saying good-bye but
there was just one last thing he needed to say to me. Putting his
hands on my shoulders he looked me in the eyes and said, "Take care of
my cat. Spend one hour a day loving him. He needs to be held."....
I
am sure that there was more said between her husband and her but the
end result is that she has now become an official cat lover. What a
GREAT story!
We get to be a part of new beginnings, hilarious, challenging, precious lives and sweet,
loving and tender good-byes.
Thank you for sharing with us!
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Where
is it made? Another familiar question. Tom has always prioritized
working with companies that share the same beliefs and standards as he
does. Yes, some of our favorite treats come from outside the U.S.but
they are from reputable, well supervised companies and we have always carried and will continue to look for "Made in the USA" treats as well.
Some of the "Made in the USA' treats we carry are from
Solid gold™, Innova™, California Natural™, Newmans™, Zukes™,
Plato™, Health Pro™, and more.
Ask for a tour next time you're in the store.
We have something for everyone!
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Increasing the daily intake of fatty acids can lead to better health....
Many countries recommend that adults consume at least 1-2 grams of Omega 3 daily.
Although there is not yet a "daily value" established in the United States, the FDA has a qualified health claim for fish oils.
The American Heart Association recommends EPA and DHA from fish to patients with elevated triglycerides and heart disease.
EPA healthy * healthy body *
- Promotes a healthy heart and circulatory system
- Promotes healthy triglyceride levels
- Support proper immune function
- Improves joint flexibility
DHA healthy mood * healthy mind *
- Essential for healthy brain function
- Promotes good mood and emotional well being
- Improves behavior, focus and learning
- Reduces harmful effects of stress
GLA healthy skin and hair * healthy hormones *
- Promotes beneficial prostaglandins that maintain hormonal balance
- Improves joint flexibility
- Nourishes hair and skin
- Promotes normal body fat metabolism
The
foods we carry are high in essential fatty acids but if a little extra
boost is needed we carry several choices to choose from for reaching
the proper amount of fatty acids for your individual pet. We will be
happy to assist. ***
Please remember to click on our events page to stay informed of our
Saturday 'Meet and Greet' schedule.
We have sign up sheets available in the store if you would appreciate a reminder call
or you can give us a call to get put on the sheet.
Call 253-566-4553
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Kidney Issues
- Deterioration of kidneys is a common problem of old age for both dogs and cats.
- It is the second leading cause of death in cats (after feline leukemia and not counting accidents)
- Anything
in the food or in the environment which is not usable by the body must
be eliminated. This is the function of the kidneys. It is important to
choose healthy foods, from the very beginning, that are free from food
preservatives, coloring agents, and the like.
- Skin irritations and eruptions often precede eventual kidney failure in old age.
- This
process is accelerated if the skin discharge is repeatedly suppressed
with corticosteroids. If you find your pet caught in a cycle of
constant skin issues and treatments it is time to take another look at
their food and environment.
Lets take a moment to say here,
if you have ever wanted to share with others why you buy healthy food
for your pets, or have been asked why you buy healthy foods for your
pets, this is why!
Tom
chooses only those foods which have proven themselves to be top
quality, wholesome foods, free of fillers, wastes, by-products,
chemical preservatives and other body-taxing ingredient.
Once
a kidney issue appears, the strategy is to avoid further deterioration,
if possible, and to assist the function of what is left. Working with a
veterinarian aware of your pet's chronic condition to attain the
clinical examinations and therapy is an important step.
The main dietary goal is to reduce the load of metabolic wastes on the
kidneys; this waste results from excess protein, phosphorus and sodium.
Since most of the waste results from protein, you must feed a minimal
level of protein of maximally usable quality.
In
addition to a diet of high quality ingredient there are also
recommended daily nutritional supplements and herb supplements that
are successful at helping support and or strengthens the various
systems in our pets bodies. We carry a wonderful line of herbs called
Azmira.
Azmira
was founded in 1982 by natural pet pioneer Lisa S. Newman (Doctor of
Naturopathy with a PhD. in Nutrition), and provides various formulas
for specific challenges with kidneys, allergies and more. Sound
interesting? Next time you are in ask for more information. 
