Travel Safe with your Pets

Courtesy of Life's Abundance Blog 6/21/21

Pet Safety While Travelling 

The clouds are lifting - both literally and figuratively - as we head into summer. After what feels like a very, very long winter, people are chomping at the bit to get out of the house and back into the world. But what about your pets? Are you taking them with you?

 

Travel in 2021 won’t be entirely like it was before, but those very same travel trends set the stage for a dog-friendly trip. According to AirBnB, who experienced a 128% increase in customers looking for a home away from home during the pandemic, more than six out of ten people are looking to take a trip this year within driving distance from home. Paris and Rome, the darlings of 2019 travel, are out. Instead, people are eyeing the Great Smoky Mountains, Breckenridge, and Palm Springs.

Hotels are out, too. With more people working remotely than ever before, people aren’t looking for a spa-like indulgence nearly as much as they are a different view out of the front window. With rules and requirements changing from day to day, people are also waiting until the last minute to commit to a trip. That’s easier said than done when you’re also needing to plan for a pet.

Road trips with pets bring a whole different set of contingencies, but none more important than this: how do you keep dogs safe in the car?

 For many people, the answer is: you don’t. And the results can be tragic. Here are three reasons you should consider a dog restraint, if you aren’t using one already:

Injuries. According to BarkBuckleUp, a 60 pound dog travelling at 35 mph, which isn’t even freeway speed, becomes a 2700 pound missile during an accident. Not only is that catastrophic for the pet, they can also cause serious injury to other passengers.

Distractions. A pet who panics and tries to get into your lap or under your feet can be a serious problem.

Loss. The number one reason pets die in traffic accidents isn’t from injuries sustained in the incident. When first responders arrive at the scene of an accident and encounter a frantic, unrestrained animal, it is extremely common for them to escape and, sadly, run into traffic. I have seen this firsthand in the ER, and it’s horrible.

So now that we know “no restraint” is the worst option of all, what are our other choices?

BETTER. Keeping your pet in a crate in the car is better than nothing. I see this frequently, especially with larger dogs where seat belt restraints are more difficult to use. Although it may not be as good as other means of restraint in terms of preventing injury, a crated pet is much less likely to escape your car during an accident or even at a road stop. Ideally you will have your crate secured to the car to keep it stable.

 

BEST. Restraints and carriers specifically designated for dogs are the safest and most effective option for travel. If you have a small dog, you can buy a carrier with safety belt integration built in.

 

For larger dogs, you’re most likely looking at a harness that either connects to the car’s seat belt or hooks into a latch system. For my two large dogs, I find the harnesses a good compromise between safety and usability, as they often have a separate attachment for a regular leash to make it pretty quick to get them in and out for rest stops on a road trip.

 

So which choice is right for you? That can be a tricky one. Because pet harnesses and crates are not required to meet specific safety standards, you’d have no way to know as a consumer which harnesses actually keep the pet secured during an accident. The Center for Pet Safety, a non-profit dedicated to establishing safety standards for pet products, performed actual crash tests with a variety of harnesses and crates to designate those worthy of a CPS certification. Many restraints failed the test. You can find a list of approved products that received the CPS certification on the Center for Pet Safety.

But at the end of the day, the best option is going to be the one you actually use. Once you have that part squared away, you can get onto the fun part- deciding where to go!

👉👀 AND A NOTE FROM ME - NEVER EVER [EVER] LEAVE YOUR DOG, CAT OR ANY PET UNATTENDED IN A CAR ESPECIALLY DURING THESE HOT SUMMER MONTHS!!

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Dog Shampoo: Not all are created equal

The Secret Ingredient to a Sweet Smelling Pet

 Courtesy of Life's Abundance June 7, 2021

Most of us can admit that the best time to cuddle up your pet is right after they’ve had a bath. Gorgeous, soft floof with a fresh scent? We’re all for it! Their outside playtime, and even just going for walks, tends to come with mud, leaves, or rain. Dirt can build up on their paws and fur which ultimately results in those unpleasant odors tracking into your home. Bathing your pup every few weeks cleanses their skin and coat and in addition to getting rid of the odor, it also clears out any loose hair and other debris. Cats may not have the same muddy habits as dogs, but some cats need an extra helping hand when it comes to cleanliness and hygiene. That’s where you and the right pet shampoo come in.

While you may be thinking that any pet shampoo will suffice, not all of them are created equal. Other shampoos use harsh ingredients like paraben and formaldehyde preservatives that can be irritating to your pet’s skin. This could lead to more serious concerns in the long run. In addition, other formulas use fragrances alone to cover up bad smells which tend to disappear before you can even enjoy it. For a real difference you can smell, it’s not only important to leave behind a lasting fresh scent from clean, safe ingredients, but also completely eliminate the bad odor at its source. 

So, what’s the secret ingredient?

Life’s Abundance Revitalizing Shampoo

Our Revitalizing Shampoo for pets pampers your pups and kitties by naturally cleansing and purifying their coat. With just a small amount, you’ll get a luxurious lather that doesn’t strip their skin and coat of its natural oils. The antioxidants from organic rosemary and sage prevent damage from environmental factors while natural emollients keep their coat soft and full bodied. Even better, the kiwi and mango work with the citrus notes to leave behind a cuddle-worthy scent.

The Secret Ingredient

Now, here’s where things get interesting. We included a special ingredient in our pet shampoo that completely neutralizes stink, called Ordenone®. This compound works to trap odors immediately on contact and permanently remove them. How does it do this? Chemistry! Ordenone® particles are thought to have a somewhat malleable shape. Once they come into contact with malodor molecules, they adapt to their shape in order to trap them and keep them from reaching your nose. This means that there is no “masking” or covering up of the malodor with heavy fragrances or perfumes that can irritate you and your pet. Instead, you get a fresh smelling pet each time you use Revitalizing Shampoo. Even better, it is safe, gentle and does not strip the skin or coat’s natural defenses.

How To Use

You can use Revitalizing Shampoo as a normal shampoo for your pet as young as 12 weeks of age. A little bit goes a long way and all you need is a small dollop! Lather up and repeat as necessary. Add a little spa-quality to finish off the perfect bath with our Bath Fresh Mist. It adds a little smoothing and detangling power, plus it smells fantastic! It’s a perfect after-bath or between-bath spritz. Now when your furry friend wants to snuggle up with you on the couch they’ll be sure to pass the ‘sniff test’!

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Dog Food Recall

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Summary

Company Announcement Date:

June 02, 2021

FDA Publish Date:

June 03, 2021

Product Type:

Animal & Veterinary
Pet Food

Reason for Announcement:

Salmonella contamination

Company Name:

Sunshine Mills, Inc.

Brand Name:

Sportsman’s Pride, Sprout Sporting, Intimidator, FRM Gold Select

Product Description:

Dog Food Products

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Company Announcement

Sunshine Mills, Inc. is issuing a voluntary recall of certain dog food products because of the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. No illnesses, injuries or complaints have been reported to date. The potential for contamination was noted after the firm was notified by the distributor, Fleet Wholesale Supply Company, who was informed by Minnesota Department of Agriculture when a sample of 5 lbs. Sprout Sporting Dog Food product was collected and tested positive for Salmonella during routine surveillance.

Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the products or any surfaces exposed to these products.

Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.

Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed a recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.

The best buy date and lot code can be found on the back of each package. The products identified below were distributed online and in retail stores:

Product	Size	BB Date Code & Lot	UPC Code	States
Sportsman's Pride Professional Formula 30/20 Dog Food	40 lb.	Best if used By 7 Oct 2021	7015510184	MS, FL, TN, LA, VA, NC, TX
		Lot: TI1 07/Oct/2020
Sprout Sporting Dog Food	5 lb.	Best if used By 6 Oct 2021	7015505101	MN, WI, IA, SD, ND
		Lot: TE1 06/Oct/2020
	40 lb.	Best if used By 6 Oct 2021	7015505100
		Lot: TI3 06/Oct/2020
Intimidator Chicken & Rice Formula Dog Food 30/20	16 lb.	Best if used By 6 Oct 2021	7015541002	TX, MS, FL, AL
		Lot: TA1 06/Oct/2020
	40 lb.	Best if used By 6 Oct 2021	5216631214
		Lot: TA1 06/Oct/2020
FRM Gold Select High Performance Dog Food	50 lb.	Best if used By 6 Oct 2021	1549905873	GA, FL
		Lot: TA1 06/Oct/2020

There are no other Sportsman’s Pride®, Sprout, Intimidator®, or FRM® Gold Select products or other lot codes of these products affected by this recall.

Retailers who received the recalled lots have been contacted and asked to pull these lots from their inventory and shelves Consumers who have purchased the recalled products should discontinue use of the product and may return the unused portion to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers may contact Sunshine Mills, Inc. customer service at (800) 705-2111 from 7AM to 4PM Central Time, Monday through Friday, or by email at customer.service@sunshinemills.com for additional information.

This is a voluntary recall being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

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Company Contact Information

Consumers:

Sunshine Mills, Inc.

 800-705-2111

 customer.service@sunshinemills.com

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Natural Balance Limited Recall of Cat Food

FDA page click here

Summary

Company Announcement Date:

May 20, 2021

FDA Publish Date:

May 20, 2021

Product Type:

Animal & Veterinary
Food & Beverages
Pet Food
Foodborne Illness

Reason for Announcement:

Potential Salmonella Contamination

Company Name:

Natural Balance Pet Foods, Inc.

Brand Name:

Natural Balance

Product Description:

L.I.D. Green Pea & Chicken Dry Cat Formula

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Company Announcement

Natural Balance Pet Foods, Inc. of San Diego, CA, is voluntarily recalling the cat food products listed below due to possible contamination with Salmonella. This was discovered from a routine state surveillance sample from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.

Products were distributed nationwide in the U.S. via both retail and online distribution. No customer complaints or illnesses have been reported to date, and no other Natural Balance Pet Foods, Inc. products are impacted by this recall.

Salmonella can infect cats eating a product contaminated with Salmonella bacteria. Symptoms of Salmonella infection in cats may include vomiting, diarrhea, decreased appetite, fever, or excessive salivation. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian. Some cats may not appear sick but can spread infection to other animals and humans in the household.

Salmonella can spread to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not washed their hands after having contact with their cat's foods, surfaces and/or cats that have been in contact with the contaminated product. Healthy people infected wit Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. People exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product or a cat that has eaten this product should contact their healthcare provider.

Product Name	Retail UPC Code	Lot Code	Best If Used by Date
5 LB Bag, Natural Balance L.I.D. Limited Ingredient Diets Green Pea & Chicken Formula Dry Cat Food	2363306234	1008080 06:42N811202:20	10-Mar-2022
10 LB Bag, Natural Balance L.I.D. Limited Ingredient Diets Green Pea & Chicken Formula Dry Cat Food	2363300235	1008080 06:42N811202:20	10-Mar-2022

If pet parents have matching products in their possession, they should stop feeding it to their cats and dispose of it immediately or return it to their retailer for a refund. (See product photos below.) This information can be found on the back panel of each 5 LB and 10 LB bag. Natural Balance Pet Foods products are 100% guaranteed and all returned product will be refunded.

Pet parents who have questions or would like to report adverse reactions should call 1-833-558-0908, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. PST or visit www.naturalbalanceinc.com/contact-usExternal Link Disclaimer.

The health and well-being of the pets that enjoy our Natural Balance pet foods is our priority. Our company and our team take seriously our responsibility to provide safe, wholesome, nutritious pet foods for dogs and cats.

Natural Balance Pet Foods, Inc. is conducting this voluntary recall in in cooperation with the U.S. Food & Drug Administration.

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Company Contact Information

Consumers:

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Pet Parent Tips

Pet Parent Tips From Life’s Abundance Employees

from the Life's Abundance Blog 5/10/21

The past year has brought about lots of new pandemic pets and we are all for it! As pet parents ourselves, we understand that getting a new pup or cat can come with a lot of work. From getting all their essentials to training them, it can sometimes get a little overwhelming. So, we asked our very own Life’s Abundance employees for their top tips on having a furry friend.

Want more? Here’s additional tips and tricks we felt you just had to know!

Nail clipping is so much easier with a second person holding an enticing treat level to the floor. It's a wonderful distraction to help keep the dog in place and distracted. Who knew they could love a pedicure?! - Arin

I try to get creative and make fun games for my dog, Tucker, to keep his mind busy. Like putting his food in a puzzle. - Alyssa

Establish pack leadership, pack mental health, and boundaries for the pack inside the house. - Jennifer

Don't free feed, give 2-3 small meals a day and always plenty of water. - Stephen

Entertain them when away at work. Lots of toys and I have an interactive camera so I can say hi to her and send her a treat. I also use a treat holder and I leave that in the morning before I leave to keep her a little entertained. - Denise

Make sure your dog is microchipped and has a collar on with his or her name and a phone number to call if they get lost. - Rocky

Do not start feeding your dog table scraps. It will be very hard to resume pet food after your vet yells at you for doing something you know you shouldn’t have started to begin with. Just don't do it. If you must, keep a bag of high quality dog treats around and toss one out every so often. - Sasha

Whether you’re a new pet parent or an experienced one, we hope you learned something new!

What are your best tips you use for your furry friends? Comment below!

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Cannabis, your pet and your veterinarian

Why Your Vet Isn’t Talking to You About Cannabis

Courtesy of Life's Abundance Blog 4/26/21 by Dr. Vogelsang

In just a few short years, Cannabis has gone from that thing college kids spent too much time thinking about, to the mainstream belle of the ball. Powered by an interest in natural medicine, a distrust of traditional pharmaceuticals, and some strong word-of-mouth talk of results, everyone from your neighbor to your buttoned-up grandmother is comfortable talking about CBD oil and what it can do for your health. Naturally, the topic also extends to our loyal furry family members.

I get asked about Cannabis more than almost anything else: does it work, what should I use, where’s a good place to start. And like most other veterinarians I know, we have very little guidance to offer. Trust me, we are just as frustrated as you are. There is nothing I want more than to be able to provide the best, safest information for pet owners about this or any other medical concern. There’s just one problem: the law may or may not forbid it.

It’s not that we aren’t talking about Cannabis and learning: every continuing education conference I’ve been to has multiple lectures about Cannabis use in pets and how to do it safely. Those lecture halls are packed. The second we’re legally allowed to discuss it, we’re ready.

THC vs CBD

Without going too far down the chemical rabbit hole, most of the legal wrangling and debate comes down to tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the hallucinogenic component of the Cannabis plant. This is concentrated in the flowering buds, leaves, and resin. Other parts of the plant are much lower in THC but still contain cannabidiol oil (CBD), which provides the purported medicinal benefits without the psychoactive ones. CBD oil products are not intended, nor should they be, to get a pet “high.”

“Controlled” substances are those drugs with a potential for abuse. Those are controlled on a federal level by the DEA, and those regulations supersede any state law.

0.3 is the magic number to be classified as controlled. If the plant parts used in a product contain less than 0.3% THC, it’s considered industrial hemp. The DEA doesn’t care about industrial hemp. This is where most CBD oils marketed to pets are derived from.

Anything over 0.3% THC is classified as a Schedule 1 substance by the DEA, and we aren’t allowed to possess, administer, dispense, describe, or discuss it under risk of prosecution.

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The Legal Ramifications

The next question seems obvious: if the DEA doesn’t care about industrial hemp and that’s where most veterinary CBD products come from, what’s the problem?

Confusion, mostly.

While the DEA doesn’t care about industrial hemp products, they still fall under federal regulation- ie, the FDA.

CBD oils are not FDA approved for use in pets, and while their official positioning is still under review the current rule is “not legal for vets to prescribe.

Veterinarians are also subject to state regulations, which are just as confusing and perhaps directly contradictory to federal ones.

Just last year, California became the first state to pass a law expressly allowing veterinarians to talk about Cannabis with pet owners. Not sell it, not distribute it, just answer the question “do you think CBD oil is worth a try in my dog with cancer?” In 49 other states, vets aren’t even sure they can legally answer that question, nevermind recommend anything.

No one really knows what could happen when a veterinarian does something as simple as help guide a client through safely choosing a product without actually selling it him/herself. A few brave souls are out there testing the waters, but most of us are waiting for the legal OK.

So Now What?

The law will eventually catch up with reality. As a consumer, you can advocate for your pet by calling your state representatives and encouraging them to pass a law similar to California AB-2215. In the meantime, please be patient with us as we do our best to advocate for your pet within the constraints of the law.

As you can imagine, non-veterinarians without the worry of DEA prosecutors hanging over their heads and livelihoods are saying and doing all sorts of things about CBD. Some of them have your pet’s best interest in mind, while others are looking out for their pocketbooks. Like all supplements, some manufacturers take quality control much more seriously than others. Published research is scarce, but people are working on getting factual, science-based information out there.

As a pet advocate, I sometimes have to get creative when it comes to getting the word out there about pet health. There are some really science-minded, ethical veterinary professionals who have great information. In fact, they’re the ones teaching us at veterinary conferences. In my accompanying infographic, I’m sharing the same great information and resources that veterinarians are hearing at conferences.

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Words Dogs Love to Hear Most

 Words Dogs Love To Hear The Most

Courtesy of Life's Abundance Blog 4/9/21

I think most of us dog parents can admit we will do just about anything to see our pup wag their tail at lightning speed or give us tons of those sweet, sloppy kisses. Turns out, it’s as easy as saying a simple word or two! A new study that surveyed 4,389 dogs reveals that there are certain words that they love to hear the most. These dogs varied within their breeds, ages, and sizes. Normally, a dog’s resting heart rate is at around 115 BPM. But with these *magic* words, their heart can race up to 156 BPM:

1. Walkies: Coming in at #1 is the infamous “walkies.” Our furry friends absolutely love their daily walks with their heart rates beating at approximately 156 BPM whenever you say the word. That’s a 36% increase! By nature, dogs are active beings that aren’t used to staying indoors all day, so we can certainly understand their excitement when it’s time to go into the great outdoors!

2. Dinner/food/eat: Obtaining food is an instinct for dogs, so it makes sense as to why this is their second favorite word. We’re sure you’ve probably seen your pup come racing around the corner when you pour their kibble in a bowl, so there’s no denying this one.

3. Treat: Is it really any surprise that “treat” makes it on this list? At 151 BPM, we can all agree that getting a yummy snack is one of the many highlights of your pup’s day. With the savory ingredients in wholesome dog treats, it’s no wonder they can’t resist.

The fourth and fifth most excitable words are “get it” and “fetch.” These words tend to have a tasty award attached to them which is why our smart pups love to hear them. In this study, it also highlighted the least loved phrases which included “roll over” and “speak,” which do not usually have a treat attached to them. Check out the full list of beloved words below:

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Dog and Cat Food Recall

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Midwestern Pet Foods Voluntarily Recall Due to Possible Salmonella Health Risk

Company Announcement Date:

March 26, 2021

FDA Publish Date:

March 27, 2021

Product Type:

Animal & Veterinary
Food & Beverages
Pet Food
Foodborne Illness

Reason for Announcement:

Potential Salmonella Contamination

Company Name:

Midwestern Pet Foods

Brand Name:

Multiple brands

Product Description:

Dog and Cat Food

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Company Announcement

Midwestern Pet Foods, Evansville, Indiana is issuing a voluntary recall of specific expiration dates of certain dog and cat food brands including CanineX, Earthborn Holistic, Venture, Unrefined, Sportmix Wholesomes, Pro Pac, Pro Pac Ultimates, Sportstrail, Sportmix and Meridian brands produced at its Monmouth, Illinois Production Facility because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. A full list of recalled products may be found at the end of this announcement.

Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the products or any surfaces exposed to these products.

Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.

Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian. No human or pet illnesses have been reported to date.

Products were distributed to retail stores nationwide and to online retailers.

Lot code information may be found on the back of the bags with the following format: 
“EXP AUG/02/22/M1/L#

See Example Image Below

This recall covers only certain products manufactured at Midwestern Pet Foods Monmouth, Illinois facility.  The unique Monmouth Facility identifier is located in the date code as an “M”.

The recall was as the result of a routine sampling program by the company which revealed that the finished products may contain the bacteria.

Retailers and distributors should immediately pull recalled lots from their inventory and shelves.  Do not sell or donate the recalled products.  Retailers are encouraged to contact consumers that have purchased the recalled products if the means to do so exists.

Do not feed the recalled products to pets or any other animals.  Destroy the food in a way that children, pets and wildlife cannot access them.  Wash and sanitize pet food bowls, cups and storage containers.  Always ensure you wash and sanitize your hands after handling recalled food or any utensils that come in contact with recalled food.

Contact Midwestern Pet Foods Consumer Affairs at info@midwesternpetfoods.com or 800-474-4163, ext 455 from 8 AM to 5 PM Central Time, Monday through Friday for additional information.

This voluntary recall is being conducted in cooperation with the US Food and Drug Administration.  All other Midwestern Pet Foods products are unaffected by this recall.

Product Description	Expiration Date/Lot No.	Bag Size
Earthborn Holistic Adult Vantage	May/04/22M2 L1	25#
Earthborn Holistic Adult Vantage	May/05/22M3 L1, L2	25#
Earthborn Holistic Adult Vantage	Aug/04/22M1 L1, L2, L3	4#, 12.5#, 25#
Earthborn Holistic Adult Vantage	Sep/19/22M3 L1, L2	25#
Earthborn Holistic Coastal Catch	May/03/22M1,M2 L1, L2, L3	4#, 12.5#, 25#
Earthborn Holistic Coastal Catch	May/04/22M3 L1	25#
Earthborn Holistic Coastal Catch	Aug/04/22M3 L1, L2, L3	4#, 12.5#, 25#
Earthborn Holistic Coastal Catch	Sep/18/22M3,M1 L1, L2, L3	4#, 12.5#, 25#
Earthborn Holistic Great Plains Feast	Aug/08/22M3,M1 L1, L2, L3	4#, 12.5#, 25#
Earthborn Holistic Great Plains Feast	Aug/09/22M3 L1,L2	25#
Earthborn Holistic Great Plains Feast	Sep/15/22M1,M2 L1, L2	12.5#, 25#
Earthborn Holistic Large Breed	May/03/22M2 L1, L2	25#
Earthborn Holistic Large Breed	May/04/22M3 L2	25#
Earthborn Holistic Large Breed	Aug/12/22M3 L1, L2	25#
Earthborn Holistic Large Breed	Sep/15/22M2 L1	25#
Earthborn Holistic Meadow Feast	Apr/26/22M3 L2	28#
Earthborn Holistic Meadow Feast	May/09/22M1,M3 L1, L2	14#, 28#
Earthborn Holistic Meadow Feast	Sep/18/22M1,M2 L1, L2	12.5#, 25#
Earthborn Holistic Ocean Fusion	Aug/03/22M3,M1 L1, L2	25#
Earthborn Holistic Ocean Fusion	Sep/18/22M2 L1, L2, L3	4#, 12.5#, 25#
Earthborn Holistic Primitive Feline	Apr/29/22M1 L1, L2, L3	5#, 14#
Earthborn Holistic Primitive Feline	Sep/17/22M3,M1 L1, L2	5#, 14#
Earthborn Holistic Primitive Natural	Apr/28/22M2 L3, L2	4#, 12.5#
Earthborn Holistic Primitive Natural	Apr/29/22M3,M2 L1, L2, L3	4#, 25#
Earthborn Holistic Primitive Natural	Sep/17/22M1 L1, L2	25#
Earthborn Holistic Small Breed	May/09/22M1,M2 L2, L3	4#, 12.5#
Earthborn Holistic Small Breed	May/11/22M1 L2	12.5#
Earthborn Holistic Weight Control	Aug/03/22M2 L1, L2	4#, 25#
Earthborn Holistic Weight Control	Aug/04/22M3 L1	4#, 25#
Earthborn Holistic Western Feast	May/03/22M1 L1, L2	28#
Earthborn Holistic Western Feast	Sep/15/22M2 L2	28#
Earthborn Holistic Wild Sea Catch	May/04/22M1 L3	5#
Earthborn Holistic Wild Sea Catch	May/05/22M1 L1	14#
Earthborn Holistic Wild Sea Catch	May/09/22M1,M4 L1, L2	14#
Earthborn Holistic Wild Sea Catch	Aug/08/22M1,M2 L2, L3	5#, 14#
Earthborn Holistic Wild Sea Catch	Aug/09/22M3 L1, L2	5#, 14#
Meridian Daybreak	May/04/22M1 L3	5#
Meridian Daybreak	Aug/10/22M1 L2	14#
Meridian Riverbend	Aug/12/22M1 L1	14#
Meridian Twilight	May/02/22M1 L3, L1	5#, 14#
Pro Pac Adult Chunk	May/03/22M1,M3 L1, L2	40#
Pro Pac Adult Mini Chunk	May/11/22M3 L1, L2	40#
Pro Pac Adult Mini Chunk	Sep/15/22M3 L1, L2	40#
Pro Pac Mature Adult	Apr/28/22M3 L1	28#
Pro Pac Performance Puppy	Apr/28/22M3 L1, L2	40#
Pro Pac Performance Puppy	Aug/01/22M3,M1 L1, L2	40#
Pro Pac Performance Puppy	Aug/08/22M3 L1, L2	40#
Pro Pac Performance Puppy	Sep/16/22M1 L1, L2	40#
Pro Pac Ultimates Bayside Select	May/11/22M3 L1, L2	28#
Pro Pac Ultimates Bayside Select	Aug/05/22M1 L1, L2, L3	5#, 28#
Pro Pac Ultimates Bayside Select	Aug/12/22M1 L1, L2	28#
Pro Pac Ultimates Chicken & Rice	Aug/05/22M3 L1, L2, L3	5#, 28#
Pro Pac Ultimates Heartland Choice	May/04/22M1,M2 L1, L2	28#
Pro Pac Ultimates Heartland Choice	Aug/10/22M1,M2 L1, L2	28#
Pro Pac Ultimates Lamb & Rice	Aug/02/22M3 L1, L2	5#, 28#
Pro Pac Ultimates Lamb & Rice	Aug/12/22M1 L1, L2	28#
Pro Pac Ultimates Large Breed Adult	Sep/17/22M2 L1, L2	28#
Pro Pac Ultimates Large Breed Adult	Sep/18/22M3 L1, L2	28#
Pro Pac Ultimates Large Breed Puppy	Apr/28/22M3,M1 L2	28#
Pro Pac Ultimates Meadow Prime	May/02/22M2 L1	28#
Pro Pac Ultimates Overland Red	May/04/22M2 L1	28#
Pro Pac Ultimates Overland Red	Aug/05/22M3 L1, L2	28#
Pro Pac Ultimates Puppy	May/11/22M1,M2 L2, L3	5#, 28#
Pro Pac Ultimates Puppy	Aug/10/22M2 L1, L2	5#, 28#
Pro Pac Ultimates Puppy	Aug/11/22M1 L3	5#
Pro Pac Ultimates Savannah Pride	Aug/11/22M3 L1, L2, L3	5#, 14#
Sportmix 24/20 Energy Plus	Apr/28/22M1,M2 L1, L2	44#, 50#
Sportmix 24/20 Energy Plus	May/12/22M3,M1 L1, L2	44#, 50#
Sportmix 24/20 Energy Plus	Aug/02/22M3,M1 L1, L2	50#
Sportmix 24/20 Energy Plus	Sep/15/22M2 L1	50#
Sportmix 24/20 Energy Plus	Sep/16/22M3 L1, L2	50#
Sportmix Bite Size	Apr/26/22M3 L1,L2	40#
Sportmix Bite Size	May/12/22M3 L1, L2	40#
Sportmix Bite Size	Aug/03/22M1,M2 L1, L2	40#
Sportmix Bite Size	Sep/15/22M1 L1, L2	40#
Sportmix Canine X Chicken	May/04/22M3,M1 L1, L2	40#
Sportmix Canine X Chicken	Aug/11/22M1,M2 L1, L2	40#
Sportmix Gourmet Cat	May/02/22M3,M1 L1, L2	15#, 31#
Sportmix Gourmet Cat	Aug/01/22M3,M1 L1, L2	15#, 31#
Sportmix Hi Protein 27/12	Sep/17/22M1,M2 L1, L2	50#
Sportmix High Energy 26/18	May/05/22M3,M1 L1, L2	44#, 50#
Sportmix High Energy 26/18	Aug/05/22M1 L1, L2	50#
Sportmix High Energy 26/18	Sep/16/22M2 L2	50#
Sportmix High Energy 26/18	Sep/17/22M3 L1, L2	50#
Sportmix Maintenance 21/12	Apr/29/22M3 L2	44#, 50#
Sportmix Maintenance 21/12	Aug/01/22M2 L1, L2	44#, 50#
Sportmix Original Cat	Aug/04/22M2 L1	15#, 31#
Sportmix Stamina 24/18	Aug/02/22M3 L1, L2	44#, 50#
Sportmix Wholeomes Large Breed	May/11/22M3,M1 L1, L2	40#
Sportmix Wholesome Performance Puppy	Aug/11/22M1 L1	16.5#
Sportmix Wholesomes Beef & Rice	May/04/22M1,M2 L1, L2	40#
Sportmix Wholesomes Beef & Rice	May/05/22M3 L1, L2	40#
Sportmix Wholesomes Beef & Rice	Aug/04/22M2 L2	40#
Sportmix Wholesomes Cat	Apr/26/22M3,M1 L1, L2	15#, 16.5#
Sportmix Wholesomes Chicken & Rice	Aug/11/22M3,M1 L1, L2	40#
Sportmix Wholesomes Chicken & Rice	Sep/16/22M1 L1, L2	40#
Sportmix Wholesomes Fish & Rice	May/11/22M2 L1, L2	40#
Sportmix Wholesomes Fish & Rice	May/12/22M3 L1, L2	40#
Sportmix Wholesomes Fish & Rice	Aug/03/22M1 L1, L2	40#
Sportmix Wholesomes Fish & Rice	Aug/11/22M2 L1, L2	40#
Sportmix Wholesomes Grain Free Beef Meal & Chickpeas	May/05/22M3 L2	35#
Sportmix Wholesomes Grain Free Beef Meal & Chickpeas	Aug/05/22M3 L1, L2	35#
Sportmix Wholesomes Grain Free Chicken Meal & Potato	May/04/22M2 L2	35#
Sportmix Wholesomes Grain Free Whitefish Meal & Potato	May/11/22M3 L2	35#
Sportmix Wholesomes Grain Free Whitefish Meal & Potato	Aug/05/22M1 L2	35#
Sportmix Wholesomes Grain Free Whitefish Meal & Potato	Aug/12/22M1 L2	35#
Sportmix Wholesomes Lamb & Rice	May/11/22M1,M2 L1, L2	40#
Sportmix Wholesomes Lamb & Rice	Aug/02/22M1 L1, L2	40#
Sportmix Wholesomes Lamb & Rice	Sep/16/22M2 L1,L2	40#
Sportmix Wholesomes Large Breed	Aug/11/22M2 L1, L2	40#
Sportmix Wholesomes Large Breed	Aug/12/22M3 L1, L2	40#
Sportmix Wholesomes Large Breed	Sep/17/22M2 L1, L2	40#
Sportmix Wholesomes Performance Puppy	Aug/10/22M2 L1, L2	16.5#
Sportmix Wholesomes Sensitive Lamb	Apr/29/22M1 L2	30#
Sportmix Wholesomes Sensitive Lamb	May/02/22M3,M1 L1	30#
Sportmix Wholesomes Sensitive Salmon	Aug/09/22M3,M1 L1, L2	30#
Sportmix Wholesomes Sensitive Salmon	Sep/16/22M1,M2 L1, L2	30#
Sportmix Wholesomes Sensitive Salmon	Apr/26/22M1,M2 L1, L2	30#
Sportstrail	Aug/03/22M1 L1	50#
Sportstrail	Sep/15/22M3,M1 L1, L2	50#
Unrefined Lamb	Apr/26/22M2 L3, L2	4#, 25#
Unrefined Lamb	Apr/27/22M3 L3, L2, L1	4#, 25#
Unrefined Lamb	Aug/09/22M1,M2 L1, L2, L3	4#, 12.5#, 25#
Unrefined Rabbit	May/10/22M3,M1 L1, L2, L3	4#, 12.5#, 25#
Unrefined Rabbit	Apr/27/22M1,M2 L3, L2, L1	4#, 25#
Unrefined Rabbit	Aug/09/22M2 L1,L2	12.5#, 25#
Unrefined Rabbit	Aug/10/22M3,M1 L1, L2, L3	4#, 12.5#, 25#
Unrefined Rabbit	Apr/28/22M3 L1	25#
Unrefined Salmon	Apr/27/22M3,M1 L3, L2, L1	4#, 12.5#, 25#
Unrefined Salmon	May/09/22M1,M2 L1, L2	12.5#, 25#
Unrefined Salmon	May/10/22M3,M1 L1, L2, L3	4#, 12.5#, 25#
Venture Alaska Pollock Meal & Pumpkin	Aug/02/22M2 L1, L2, L3	4#, 12.5#, 25#
Venture Alaska Pollock Meal & Pumpkin	Sep/18/22M3,M1 L1, L2, L3	4#, 12.5#, 25#
Venture Alasla Pollock Meal & Pumpkin	Aug/03/22M3 L1, L2, L3	4#, 12.5#, 25#
Venture Duck Meal & Pumpkin	Aug/01/22M1,M2 L1, L2, L3	4#, 12.5#, 25#
Venture Rabbit Meal & Pumpkin	May/02/22M1,M2 L3	4#
Venture Rabbit Meal & Pumpkin	May/03/22M3 L1, L2	4#,12.5#, 25#
Venture Rabbit Meal & Pumpkin	Aug/02/22M1,M2 L1, L2, L3	4#, 12.5#, 25#
Wholesomes Chicken &Rice	May/02/22M1,M3 L1, L2	40#
Wholesomes Fish & Rice	Apr/26/22M1 L1, L2	40#

 

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