What Do You Know About Your Pet’s Whole Body Health?

This post is sponsored by Natural Balance and the BlogPaws Professional Pet Blogger Network. I am being compensated for helping spread the word about Original Ultra Whole Body Health Pet Food, but Simply Southern Mom only shares information we feel is relevant to our readers. Natural Balance is not responsible for the content of this article. #WholeBodyHealth

Quick! What is the first thing you think of when you hear the term “whole body health” for cats?  I admit, until our cats began visiting the holistic vet, I had never thought about it.  When our cat, Mitzie, began chewing her fur off in clumps until she looked like a hairless cat, I began to research cat health.   After all, it was embarrassing telling people, “I don’t know why my cat has no fur and scabs.  Yes, I have taken her to the (traditional) vet.  They don’t know either. We’re doing medication.” It turned out, besides being a nervous cat, possibly from her days at the animal shelter, she was allergic to gluten.  I was shocked.  Who knew cat nutrition could have such a big part in their well being?  I thought all cat foods were created equally. Boy, was I wrong!  I couldn’t believe the difference a gluten free product made!  She actually has fur in this picture!

Mitzie as Hello Kitty
She wears clothes to help prevent licking.

How much do you know about Whole Body Health? I, along with some other pet bloggers, asked fellow pet parents to share their concerns.  The answers were developed into this infographic and might surprise you.  Sadly, I think my answer to how does DHA and  EPA benefit pets was wrong.  Only 28% of pet parents got this one right!
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Have you heard of Natural Balance Ultra Whole Body Health formula? It comes in many different flavors, great for people who have extremely picky cats, and is available for dogs and cats in all different life stages.  Can you guess who didn’t realize there was a difference in formulas when she first had pets?  Yes, it was me!
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Here’s how  Ultra Whole Body Health formula can help your pet:
Supports  Neural  Development and a Healthy Brain:   with  optimal  levels  of  DHA   and EPA
Supports  Healthy  Skin  &  Coat:  Balanced  Omega-­‐6  and  Omega-­‐3
Digestive  Support:  Using  multiple  types  of  fibers
Healthy  Muscle  Development:   with Quality  proteins
Antoxidant  Nutrients:    helps  maintain  a   healthy  immune  system
Strong  &  Healthy  Bones  and  Teeth:  Proper  levels  of  calcium  and  phosphorus  maintain   strong  bones  for  all  that  fetching  and  playing
Helps  Maintain  Healthy  Heart  &  Eyes with added  taurine

I feel much better knowing I am taking care of my pets’ whole body health so I can (hopefully) keep them around for a long time!   Want to try this formula for your cat or dog? 

23 Comments

  1. Oh my goodness! A CAT allergy to gluten?! Who would have thought? Glad you got it figure out … poor baby!!

  2. My dog has allergies, and we haven’t narrowed it down yet. It is something in the yard, not her food. Its tough when your fur baby can’t tell you what is wrong!

  3. I try to get the best for my pets but they are oh so picky and once I’ve found something they like I don’t like changing it.

  4. Pet owners out there need to read this. I’m sure they only want the best for their furry babies.

  5. What a cute little fur baby. It’s always good to get your pets checked.

  6. I have a dog and I always worry about his health. It’s important for pet owners to know how to keep their pets healthy.

  7. I have two adult cats. One doesn’t seem to have to many fur balls. The other is always coughing up one. I will have to look into changing their food.

  8. Thanks for these great tips. Our not so kitten cat has had a few problems lately that have stemmed from the kind of food we had been feeding her (we assumed it was okay as it was a top of the line cat formula). We’ve had to make adjustments to her diet.

  9. I had to remove beef from my dog’s diet and she can only have chicken due to allergies. Who would have thought? This seems like it is a great product and our pets are certainly worth it.

  10. What? Who knew cats could be allergic to gluten too? That’s so interesting. I have seen many nervous cats though. I hope this new food helps your kitty.

  11. I will have to admit that I wouldn’t think about treating our pets holistically but after reading this article I will have to say that you have given me some things to think about.

  12. I have to say, you pet looks so adorable. I love the costume.

  13. I have 3 dogs that I worry about the health of. It is great that there is a product like this to help calm those fears!

  14. My dog sometimes chews her fur off, but in very tiny amounts. She’s a very anxious gal, but she has learned not to do that now thankfully.

  15. Our vet, who was very into holistic medicine, used to come over and give our Newfoundland acupuncture. She LOVED it!

  16. I actually don’t know that much! Thanks for sharing that graphic, very informative.

  17. I didn’t realize cats had allergies like that. I’m so glad you figured it out though!

  18. Oh my how cute is your kitty dressed up. We have a wonderful vet for our babies.

  19. Jennifer Williams

    I am looking for a vet to help with one of our cats. We had one back home who was great but have yet to find the right fit for her in our new location. She also pulls her hair out in clumps and has many other issues. Glad you found help for your baby.

  20. Great post. I worry about my cats because they are getting older and I want to make sure I am taking good care of them.

  21. What some fantastic information – we have to be very careful with Sal as she isn’t the most healthiest of pooches these days poor thing. x

  22. Great information for people with pets. I had no idea that they could have so many “human” problems, that is amazing!

  23. My dog Milo is going to the vet next month. Fingers crossed he’s in good health!