Alternative Foods for Dogs & Cats
I was just reading our brochure for the Health & Wellness Conference and I was reminded of all the choices we have today about what we feed our pets. I have 13 and 10 year old labs who have been eating “designer” dog food since they were pups. They have some arthritis now, and Max, the eldest, has blown both knees, but I have 5 different pharmaceutical products to give him to relieve pain and inflammation. I need to take out a second mortgage on my home to afford it, but it’s worth it. And that, folks, is the key to this market. People will spend almost anything on their beloved pets. And I understand why. With this conference coming up, I’m hoping the food and pharmaceutical industries come together to create better, more cost effective products to improve the health and lifestyle of our pets. I’m hoping the regulatory agencies take notice and ensure our pets get the best and most effective medicines without painful side effects. My vet is one of those very consciencious vets who gives me the pros and cons of everything I give my dogs. He tells me that if after a month, things haven’t changed, I should discontinue use. While I understand the industry’s need to make money, I hope that it is because they are delivering high quality, state-of-the-art products. I will keep you posted about what I learn when I attend this event. I represent the unbiased, objective party in the midst of the frantic chaos to get to the market first with the latest “scientifically proven” product! Warmest Regards, Roz
