1. Mulch Products – That brown cocoa bean mulch is made of discarded hulls or shells of the cocoa bean, which are by-products of chocolate production. The tempting “chocolate-like” smell is enticing to your pets. Since it is not usually apparent how much of the toxin the mulch contains, it’s best to keep dogs a safe distance away, to always supervise your pet while outside, or to not use that particular type of mulch at all.

2. Fertilizers, Soil Additives and Pesticides – While some fertilizers  can be safe for pets, those that contain blood meal, bone meal, feather meal and iron may be especially tasty – and dangerous to dogs. Large ingestion of the meal-containing products can form a concretion in the stomach, potentially obstructing the gastrointestinal tract and causing severe pancreatitis, and those that contain iron may result in iron poisoning. Always read the labels to ensure proper usage and safety precautions with your pets.

3. Slug and Snail Baits – These can be pesty creatures. Baits are available in a variety of forms (pellets, granular, powder and liquid) and contain the active ingredient metaldehyde, which is highly poisonous to dogs and cats. These baits are highly toxic and without immediate veterinary attention, symptoms can last for several days and can be fatal.

4. Compost – This seems like a very healthy substance and gardeners love their compost; however, it can be toxic to pets and wildlife so please keep it fenced off. As the organic matter decomposes, it is common for molds to grow, some of which produce tremorgenic mycotoxins, which are toxic to both pets and wildlife. Even small amounts ingested can result in a sick pet within 30 minutes to several hours. Signs of ingestion include agitation, hyperthermia, hyper-responsiveness, panting, drooling, and vomiting, and can progress to serious issues like including incoordination, tremors, and seizures!

5. Blue–green algae or Cyanobacteria – We all love to sit by water but the growth of toxic algae can be found in both fresh and salt water throughout the warm regions of the world. Blue-green algae becomes concerning when algae accumulates on the surface of the water during hot, dry weather with wind that can shift concentrated algae mats along the shorelines. Affected water may have the appearance of pea soup with thick layers of algae on the surface. Blooms of blue-green algae can contain hepatoxins and/or neurotoxins, depending on the species. Exposures occur when dogs ingest or swim in water that contains the cyanobateria which can cause vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, weakness, shock, icterus (yellow gums), and potentially death within 24 hours to several days.

6. Flowers and Plants – While many herbs are great for your pets, some of the most dangerous spring and summertime threats to pets in the yard are common flowers and plants:

—Lily of the Valley: An early springtime favorite, the Lily of the Valley (Convallaria majalis) contains cardiac glycosides, which are also used in many human heart medications. Any pet with a known exposure should be examined and evaluated by a veterinarian and treated symptomatically.

—Crocuses: There are two types of crocus plants: one blooms in the spring and the other in the fall. The spring plants are more common and cause only gastrointestinal upset accompanied by vomiting and diarrhea in dogs and cats. However, the fall crocus is highly toxic and can cause severe vomiting, gastrointestinal bleeding, and multi-system organ failure with bone marrow suppression.If you witness your pet eating a crocus and you are not sure what variety it is, seek veterinary care immediately.

—Lilies: Cat owners beware of lilies! While some types cause only minor symptoms when eaten, other varieties of the true lily family are deadly and highly toxic to cats; even the water in a vase containing true lilies is considered highly poisonous. If a cat consumes any part of these lilies, he or she needs immediate veterinary care to prevent kidney failure.

Enjoy the time outdoors with your pets just be careful of what you leave out and what they put in there mouths. Also make sure that your pets have access to shade and water during those hot summer days.

Source: Pet Poison Hot line

THE PET BEASTRO HOSTING SEMINAR ON HOW TO CULTIVATE YOUR
PET’S HEALTH USING BASIC HERBS

* Seminar is on May 19th from 10 am to 4 pm at The Pet Beastro

MADISON HEIGHTS, MI – The Pet Beastro is hosting an interesting seminar called How To Cultivate Your Pet’s Health on Saturday, May 19 from 10 am to 4 pm at the store, 27637 John R. Road in Madison Heights. Advance tickets are only $39 or 2 for $59, and $49 at the door. Space is limited and reservations are strongly suggested by calling 248/548-3448 or visiting www.thepetbeastro.eventbright.com. The seminar will include:
• American Herbs versus Chinese Herbs – a brief overview of how these herbs work in combination with the body systems.
• Building the Organ System With Herbs – The importance of building your pet’s organ system.
• Top 12 Favorite Herbs for Pets – Learn about the 12 essential herbs to have on hand to improve your pet’s health.
• Recipes and Resources – How to make homemade pet salve and reliable resources for natural products.
For more information and interviews with owner and speaker Jill Tack, please call 248/548-3448.

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You will need:

A 4 ounce mister bottle

Fill with:

Half with water and half with vodka (you can use the cheap stuff)

4 Drops of Lemon, Peppermint, Lavendar Oils (each)

8 Drops of Purification Oil

Spray liberally one time per week.

Note of Caution: Only use thereapeutic grade essential oils as many synthetic oils have lead to siezures in animals.

You can order thereapeutic grade oils through Be Young Essential Oils via Jill’s affiliate account  her number is 10486 or through Young Living via Jill’s sponsor number 1322413.

What you learn:

- American Herbs vs. Chinese Herbs – Brief overview of how these herbs work in combination with the body systems. Also learn the basics of yin and yang organs within Traditional Chinese Medicine.

- Building the Organ Systems with Herbs – The importance of building  your pets organ systems.

- Top 12 Favorite Herbs for Pets – Learn about 12 essentials herbs to have on hand to improve your pet’s health.

- Recipes & Resources – How to make homemade pet salve and reliable resources for natural products.

Includes a 36 page booklet to take home with you.

When:

Saturday May 19th

Time:

10 AM – 4 Pm

Where:

The Pet Beastro

27637 John R Rd

Madison Heights,  MI 48071

Cost:

1 Ticket $39.00

Buy more and SAVE! 2 Tickets $59

Price at the door $49

Hurry and purchase your tickets today. Limited seating.

Order your tickets here

The benefits to your dog are real:

1. A healthy immune system

2. Balanced weight

3. Increased energy

4. Healthy skin and coat

5. Even fresh breath

Why use Sojos?

• Human-quality ingredients
• Superior nutrition from naturally-occuring nutrients and live enzymes
• Made fresh daily and date-stamped at the facility in  Minnasota
• Customizable for pets of all sizes, breeds and ages
• 100% satisfaction guaranteed

Simple and economical! One bag of Sojos lasts 2-4 times longer than an equal-sized bag of traditional dog food. So you get great nutrition and great value in EVERY bag.

Sojos Dog Food mixes take the guesswork and time out of providing a raw, home-prepared diet.

There are four healthy mixes to chose from.

1. Sojos Complete Raw Beef – Made with freeze-dried raw USDA beef. Grain-free. (simply add water)

Ingredients: Sweet potatoes, beef, celery, carrots, cabbage, whole egg, flax meal, tricalcium phosphate, cranberries, papaya, pumpkin, roemary, parsely, ginger root, dried alfalfa, dried kelp, zinc sulfate, vitatmin E acetate, vitamin D3, Vitamin A palmitate.

2. Sojos Complete Raw Turkey – A grain free blend of freeze-dried turkey, veggies, fruits, nuts and herbs. (simply add water)

Ingredients: Sweet potatoes, turkey, whole egg, broccoli, celery, apples, flaxmeal, pecans, tricalcium phospate, pumkin, cranberries, basil, dried alfalfa, ginger root, dried kelp, zinc sulfate, vitatmin E acetate, vitamin D3. 

3. Sojos Grain-Free with Raw Fruit and Veggie (100% grain free – add meat and water) – A perfect choice for dogs with sensitivities to grains.

Ingredients: Sweet potoatoes, carrots, broccoli, celery, apples, whole egg, tricalcium phosphate, flax meal, parsley leaf, carob powder, dried kelp, dried alfalfa, ginger troot, garlic, vitamin D3.

4. Sojos Original with Wheat and Corn (add raw meat and water) – A blend of grains, herbs, nuts and sea vegetables.

Ingredients: Rolled oats, trye flakes, barley flakes, ground pecans, tricalcium phosphate, dried kelp, parsley leaf, carob powder, basil, dried alfalfa, vitamin D3

You can also add veggies and other healthy foods to give your pets FRESH and NATURAL variety every day!

Sojos is a great raw food option for your pet!

From Sojos Site

Dr. Sharon Friedman, DVM – Berkley Animal Clinic, Berkley MI

Dr. Matt Januszewski, DVM – http://integrativeveterinaryservices.com/

In addition, the vet below is one of the leaders in holistic pet care around the world.

Dr. Glen Dupree, DVM – Homeopathy for the Animals, Louisiana http://homeopathyfortheanimals.com/