Overweight & Obese Companion Dogs on the Rise Weight gain in companion dogs is a growing problem that impacts pet health and their owner’s expenses. Overfeeding, lack of exercise, breed, and any existing medical conditions may contribute to weight gain. One in three companion dogs are overweight, meaning they are 10-20% above their ideal weight. […]
In the wild, keen eyesight is essential for daily survival. Working and companion dogs need good eyesight to communicate, stay active, and live life to the fullest. The canine eye is adapted for excellent night vision, and depth perception that’s controlled by muscles in the eye, and a crystal clear lens for focus. In the […]
Mitochondria- the Center of Activity An active dog is a sign of wellness. What keeps a dog active and well though? The body has thousands of mitochondria, which are the center of energy production responsible for converting nutrients into ATP, the energy currency of the cell. At the same time, mitochondria are also producing unstable […]
AstaReal® Natural Astaxanthin Earns Status as NASC’s Preferred Supplier Burlington, New Jersey February 23, 2017—Today AstaReal USA announced its newly earned distinction as the Preferred Supplier of the National Animal Supplement Council (NASC). This makes AstaReal® the first qualified brand of natural astaxanthin for use in pet supplementation. Carefully grown and harvested in fully regulated indoor bioreactors […]