11 Things Vets Wished Pet Owners Knew

Just like regular doctors, veterinarians are vital to the health of pets. While these animal doctors know how to treat all types of animals, there are a few things that most vets wish their patients' families knew. It’s not enough to drop a pet off at the vet and hope for the best. There are many things that you can do on a regular basis to keep your pets healthy and happy and to make the vet’s job easier.

1. Schedule Regular Exams

Just like people, pets need regular physical exams to ensure they remain healthy. Yearly exams help pets live longer and can actually save money in the long run by treating minor illnesses before they turn into major ones.

2. Avoid Self-Diagnosis

Don’t try to diagnose a pet’s illness. Symptoms can point to a variety of diseases or illnesses. It’s better to be safe than sorry.

3. Have Pets Microchipped

Even the most well-behaved pets can wander or run away. A simple microchip is affordable and can help a shelter or vet locate the owner of a pet.

4. Focus on Nutrition

Animals need proper nutrition to stay healthy and lean. A complete and balanced diet can help ensure longevity and prevent your pets from getting sick.

5. Act Quickly

When a pet is sick or showing signs of distress, call a vet quickly ~ don’t wait to see if the sickness passes. Some illnesses can turn into life-threatening emergencies very quickly if you don’t address them immediately.

6. Ask Questions

A vet can’t read minds. Ask questions and communicate the level of care expected when a pet is in distress. Vets won’t order unnecessary tests and don’t know how far you will go to achieve optimal care for your pets. Ask questions and understand all of the options available.

7. Pay Attention to Dental Hygiene

Poor dental care can make a pet miserable, leading to problems with the heart and kidneys. Both dogs and cats need regular dental X-rays to reveal hidden problems.

8. Banish Fleas and Ticks

Both ticks and fleas can carry a host of diseases and make pets miserable, especially if they are sensitive to these pests. Fortunately, year-round flea control is easy and can prevent additional trips to the vet.

9. Consider Insurance

Veterinarian visits aren’t cheap. Insurance can help you pay for treatments and allows you to accept the most advanced care for your pets. By using insurance, you can take advantage of treatment options that might have been out of reach financially.

10. Small Animals Need Checkups, Too

Even rodents and other small animals need regular checkups. Hamsters and rats need regular dental exams to prevent the overgrowth of teeth. It’s easy to spot front teeth that get too long, but back teeth are often the problem.

11. Keep Medications Out of Reach

Just like children, pets are notorious for finding things and gobbling them down or putting them in their mouths. Keep both over-the-counter and prescription medications out of reach of pets to avoid overdose or illness.

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Raven Hannah is a self-described animal whisperer, lifelong pet parent, and owner of HolisticPetsAndPeeps.com & TheGiftedPet.com. She is certified as a holistic consultant, aromatherapist, Reiki practitioner (for animals and people), and pet nutritionist. She encourages others to celebrate animals as part of the family, as well as keep them happy, healthy, and spoiled! 

When Raven isn’t busy being a slave to her very demanding senior cats or helping her favorite rescues with fundraising projects, she is most likely working on growing her businesses and raising awareness in an effort to make this world a better place for all creatures.

Summer Safety Tips For Pets

Depending on where you live, your pets may welcome the warmer weather, however, the summer heat can be dangerous. Make sure your pet's summer season is as fun and safe as possible with these very important Summer Safety Tips. Please feel free to share with your pet parent furends!

* Never Leave Your Pet(s) in Your Vehicle! Once parked, your vehicle can go from comfortable to a sweltering oven in no time. In a hot vehicle, your pet's temperature can also rise rapidly. It only takes minutes to reach dangerous levels leading to heatstroke and even death. Parking in the shade and leaving the windows open is NOT a good option. If you are running errands or going places where your pets are not allowed, please leave them at home.

* Be Mindful of Hot Pavement! Blacktop pavement and even concrete can cause serious burns on your pet's feet. The same applies to summer hikes when trails are exposed to the summer sun. Touch any surfaces with the palm of your hand before you let your dog walk on them. If it is uncomfortable to the touch, it will be uncomfortable for your dog, too. Consider getting booties for your dog to protect his paws from hot pavement and sharp objects on the hiking trails. 

* Always Make Sure Your Pet Has Cool, Clean Water Available. Dogs, and even cats, drink more on hot days, and water warms up quickly. Add some ice cubes to their water dish to keep the water cool. 

* Do Not Force Your Dog Into the Water if She is Frightened. Some dogs do not like to swim. If your dog likes to swim, do not leave her unattended. Bathe your dog afterward to remove all sand, mud, or chlorine. Also, be sure pool chemicals are stored safely out of reach of curious pets.

* Do Not Allow Your Dog to Hang Out of the Window of a Moving Vehicle. Objects such as insects, rocks, or tree limbs could seriously injure your pet, or he might fall or jump out if you are stopped or need to brake suddenly.

* Do Not Allow Your Animals to Ride in the Back of a Pick-Up Truck. They could be thrown out or they may jump out. Also, riding in the back of a pick-up truck is now illegal in many states. Our best advice is to be safe and just don't do it.

* Bring Your Pets Inside if There is the Possibility of a Thunderstorm. Loud thunder may frighten them or they could be struck by lightning. They may also become agitated and injure themselves while trying to get away from the loud booms. Please never leave your pets outdoors unattended or unsupervised unless you have an enclosed yard that is safe and protected from predators (including humans)! Even then, walk the yard frequently to check for any possible escape routes or hazards your pet might be exposed to. 

* Do Not Walk Your Dog Near Fireworks. Besides the obvious danger, the loud noise can be very scary and may cause your dog to take off (with the leash still attached, which can also be dangerous) and become lost. July 5th is the busiest day of the year for shelters holding lost pets and trying to find their humans.

* Have Your Dog Checked for Heartworm and administer a breed-appropriate heartworm preventative. Be sure to do your homework as many pet meds can cause unwanted side effects or even death.

* Check Your Pets Daily for Fleas and Ticks. Talk to a veterinarian about preventing these pests from infesting your pet. Again, please do your homework! There are many wonderful natural, non-toxic remedies available to pet parents. 

* If Your Pets Like to Relax in the Shade of a yard or deck, watch out for yellow jackets, bees, toads, and snakes. Bite or sting symptoms are usually swelling of the face or affected areas. Once stung or bitten, the pet’s skin may start to look wrinkly or bumpy. This is a first indicator and, if not treated by a veterinarian, could result in death due to toxins taking over and shutting down the animal’s body or causing airway swelling and suffocation.

* Know the Signs of Heat Stress. In these warm summer months, it is best to be aware of the signs of heat stress by exposure to extreme temperatures. Check for signs of heavy panting, glazed eyes, a rapid heartbeat, restlessness, excessive thirst, lethargy, fever, dizziness, lack of coordination, profuse salivation, vomiting, a deep red or purple tongue, and unconsciousness.

If Your Pet is Overheating:

* Move your pet into the shade or an air-conditioned area.

* Apply ice packs or cold towels to your pet's head, neck, and chest, or immerse him in cool (not cold) water.

* Let your pet drink small amounts of cool water or lick ice cubes.

* Take your pet directly to a veterinarian.

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Raven Hannah is a self-described animal whisperer, lifelong pet parent, and owner of HolisticPetsAndPeeps.com & TheGiftedPet.com. She is certified as a holistic consultant, aromatherapist, Reiki practitioner (for animals and people), and pet nutritionist. She encourages others to celebrate animals as part of the family, as well as keep them happy, healthy, and spoiled! 

When Raven isn’t busy being a slave to her very demanding senior cats or helping her favorite rescues with fundraising projects, she is most likely working on growing her businesses and raising awareness in an effort to make this world a better place for all creatures.

Why is Life's Abundance Not Found in Stores?

 

This is one of the questions that is asked most frequently! It is not enough to put great care into developing and making exceptional premium products. For us, it's also imperative to ensure that the customer receives the product in the same, premium condition they expect. Which leads us to why our products are not offered in chain stores or online retailers. Traditional distribution methods lack product control. For example, when a product leaves a manufacturer’s facility, it’s impossible to know if that product retained its original quality after sitting in warehouses and on shelves for months on end. We not only make premium products, but we also ensure that we DELIVER premium products directly to your doorstep! 

Our products are made in frequent batches and go directly from the manufacturer to our warehouses where they are carefully boxed and shipped to customers. This controlled distribution process allows us to deliver products in their original premium condition. You may have your own experiences that reflect this. Perhaps you opened a snack only to realize that it was stale right out of the wrapper. Or maybe the flavor was a little off, or the contents of the package were pulverized. These common scenarios are the result of a typical distribution channel where the product can be subjected to extreme temperatures, extended periods in storage, environments lacking pest control, and more. In the end, the consumer may be getting a very different product than what they’d hoped for. 

Because of our direct shipping relationship with consumers, combined with our controlled manufacturing process, we know which consumer received which product, down to the lot number. In the event there is ever an issue with a product, our proactive communications system allows us to reach 6,000 people by phone in just one hour! We can also reach them by email and through the mail.

Our no-worry notification system gives people the transparency they desire and helps boost confidence in their purchase decision. Another reflection of our purpose, this system is in place to protect consumers to the level we think they deserve. We view the traditional system of product recalls to be inherently broken. That is, unless the problem is big enough to have potentially harmed a large number of people, most consumers will never hear about a recall. Yet we have a solution to keep customers safe that we not only feel is acceptable, but that we take pride in. 

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Raven Hannah is a self-described animal whisperer, lifelong pet parent, and owner of HolisticPetsAndPeeps.com & TheGiftedPet.com. She is certified as a holistic consultant, aromatherapist, Reiki practitioner (for animals and people), and pet nutritionist. She encourages others to celebrate animals as part of the family, as well as keep them happy, healthy, and spoiled! When Raven isn’t busy being a slave to her very demanding senior cats or helping her favorite rescues with fundraising projects, she is most likely working on growing her businesses and raising awareness in an effort to make this world a better place for all creatures.

Top Ten Reasons to Adopt a Senior Pet

November is Adopt A Senior Pet Month!! 

There are so many wonderful reasons to adopt a pet. Bringing a new pet into your home can provide a limitless amount of adventures. Similarly, taking the opportunity to adopt a senior pet has an unlimited amount of perks, some of which are often overlooked due to the pet’s age.

Take the chance to bring a senior pet into your home, you will have a set friend for life and their world will be forever changed. Quite often by bringing home that older pet, you are not only giving them a loving home but could be saving their life.

Here are just ten reasons to adopt a senior pet, but we think there are many more reasons to bring that furry friend into your life.

Top Ten Reasons Why Adopting a Senior Pet Rocks

Celebrate the Golden Years

The best years of a person and pet’s life are often referred to as the golden years. Why not take the time to live it up and make the golden years the very best time of your lives!

Ready for Snuggles

Any pet can benefit from kisses, cuddles, and extra snuggles. Senior pets are no different. By having a senior pet, chances are they might want a little more rest, relaxation and deeper connections.

House-Trained

Chances are your senior pet will not need to be house-trained. Just another benefit to adopting a senior pet! That being said, there are still always opportunities for learning and training no matter what age. This applies to humans and pets alike.

Enjoy a Slower Pace

Adopting a senior pet leads the way to enjoy a slower pace of life. You can fully enjoy everything life has to offer, taking the time for slow walks, smelling the flowers, and enjoying the best of nature with your furry friend by your side.

Second Chances

There are many reasons why a senior pet can end up in an animal shelter or rescue organization ~ from natural disasters to a caretaker passing away. When you take a chance on a senior pet, you provide them with a new lease on life and a happy new forever home!

Endless Opportunities

With a senior pet by your side, there are endless opportunities for fun, adventure, and companionship. Whether you want to travel, catch up on your favorite book or television show, or even an afternoon cat nap, your furry friend is right there with you every step of the way.

New Best Friend

Once you adopt a senior pet, you have an automatic new best friend. Their loyalty will never waiver, their love will be forever, and you can always count on them to appreciate what you have done for them.

Age is Just a Number

Due to advancements in veterinary medicine, healthy premium foods, and pet wellness, many pets are living longer, healthier, and more satisfying lives. Pets are thriving well into their senior years and deserve the best of everything we can give them.

Ready and Waiting

So many different types of pets are ready and waiting for their new forever homes. Senior pets are sitting in animal shelters and rescue organizations around the world just waiting for the chance to meet their new forever humans. Could that be you?! 

Grey is the New Black

The new “it” color is grey. Grey is a popular color this fall fashion season and we truly believe that grey muzzles are the best. Everyone thinks silver paws, grey faces, and salt and pepper locks on dogs and cats are dignified and downright adorable. If you agree, it may very well be that you have found the perfect pet to take more selfies with!

Senior pets are amazing companions. You will have an instant addition to your squad, a co-pilot for your travels, and a best friend for all your adventures ~ whether indoors or outside. Next time you are at the shelter, please take the time to stop by and meet a senior pal . . . the shy ones, the scared ones, the so-called 'less adoptables'. We're guessing that you will indeed find your next forever friend there waiting for you!

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Raven Hannah is a self-described animal whisperer, lifelong pet parent, and owner of HolisticPetsAndPeeps.com & TheGiftedPet.com. She is certified as a holistic consultant, aromatherapist, Reiki practitioner (for animals and people), and pet nutritionist. She encourages others to celebrate animals as part of the family, as well as keep them happy, healthy, and spoiled! When Raven isn’t busy being a slave to her very demanding senior cats or helping her favorite rescues with fundraising projects, she is most likely working on growing her businesses and raising awareness in an effort to make this world a better place for all creatures.

Find More To Be Grateful For In YL's November PV Promo!

As the year draws to a close, take time to reflect on what you’re thankful for ~ whether it’s a loving family, booming business, supportive friends, or all of the above. When you place your qualifying order this month, you can add Hope™, Abundance™, and Joy™ essential oil blends to that list!from this month’s PV promotion; then welcome holiday guests with the cozy, inviting aroma of Thieves®.

Because it’s the season of giving thanks and giving back, consider using your promo rewards to share the power of essential oils with loved ones. Gift Lavender Lip Balm to a friend to introduce them to Young Living or spend the 10 Essential Rewards points you earn on a present. This promotion is already underway, so place your qualifying order today!

And, when you become a wholesale member and enroll in Essential Rewards, you are eligible to earn exclusive bonuses twice each month . . . once with your ER order and once with a Quick Order! 

If you have yet to get started on your own amazing essential oils journey, learn more about becoming a preferred wholesale member or retail customer here: www.HolisticOilsForPetsAndPeeps.com *    *    *    *    *    *    *    * Raven Hannah is a self-described animal whisperer, lifelong pet parent, and owner of HolisticPetsAndPeeps.com. She is certified as a holistic consultant, aromatherapist, Reiki practitioner (for animals and people), and pet nutritionist. She encourages others to celebrate animals as part of the family, as well as keep them happy, healthy, and spoiled! When Raven isn’t busy being a slave to her very demanding senior cats or helping her favorite rescues with fundraising projects, she is most likely working on growing her businesses and raising awareness in an effort to make this world a better place for all creatures.

Refresh and Realign + YL's October Promo

With every change of the seasons, especially Spring and Autumn, I always feel more motivated to do a deep cleanse for health reasons, a thorough declutter of my home and office space, as well as spend time refreshing myself mentally and spiritually. I also like to take a little time to reflect on my goals and perhaps realign them a bit to finish out the year. With the holidays fast approaching, I have several personal AND business goals that I would like to achieve. How about you? Are there things you want to achieve before 2019 comes to a close?! On that note, I'm including some helpful and inspiring essential oils and diffuser blends you may feel inspired to incorporate into your life this month and the rest of the year! As always, thank you for being a valued member of the YL family!!

Autumn Diffuser Blends   Diffusing essential oils can be used to help raise your mood, inspire motivation, boost concentration and even help you to relax. Try some of these warm and inviting diffuser blends and learn about which essential oils you may need to reach for the most! Fall Spice and Everything Nice 1 drop Nutmeg 2 drops Cinnamon 2 drops Clove 1 drop Copaiba Did You Know . . . Copaiba has high levels of beta-caryophyllene and a uniquely sweet, woodsy aroma and it can help create a warm, relaxing atmosphere.  No Tricks, Just Treats 3 drops Orange 1 drop Frankincense 1 drop Cinnamon Bark Crisp Fall Morning 1 drop Wintergreen 3 drops Citrus Fresh 1 drop Bergamot Did You Know . . . Bergamot has an uplifting tart, citrusy scent with a slightly sweet and floral hint to it. Due to its skin-cleansing properties, it is a popular choice for luxury shampoos, soaps, and cleansers. You may even find it helps relieve tension during times of occasional stress. Bergamot can cause photosensitivity, so avoid applying it before spending time in the sun. Catching Leaves 3 drops Orange 1 drop Pine 1 drop Ginger Sweet Dreams 3 drops Lavender 2 drops Stress Away Did You Know . . . Stress Away contains a unique combination of Lime and vanilla extract. It also includes Copaiba, which has a history of beneficial properties in topical application, Lavender, with its refreshing and calming scent, and Cedarwood, which features the powerful plant constituent cedrol. Christmas Candy  2 drops Peppermint or Wintergreen 2 drops Cinnamon Bark FYI ~ You may see other diffuser recipes calling for more drops of each oil. Understand that YL's essential oils are 100% pure, therapeutic-grade and it's always best to start slow. You can always add more oils if desired, however, you never want to overwhelm the room, yourself, your family, or pets! Please read all dilution directions and usage labels before diffusing essential oils around children and pets, especially cats. In addition, always allow an escape from the room you may be diffusing in for pets who are sensitive to the oils. As a lifelong pet parent, my pets always seem to migrate to the room where the diffuser is being used since I use the oils sparingly. Even after all these years, I can sometimes get overwhelmed by the intensity of certain oils so just use your best judgment and pay attention to your pets and young children by following the guidelines! Feel free to contact me directly with any questions or concerns. FALL in love with more...

Check out October's PV promotion   Kick back with cozy, familiar aromas like Cinnamon Bark, Orange, Nutmeg and Bergamot. Try diffusing Cedarwood and Frankincense to create a calm, uplifting atmosphere! And, don't forget to give yourself the gift of a healthy digestive tract as well as an immunity boost with Life 9 capsules. Click the button below to learn more about the products above and how you can get them for free with a qualifying order. SEE PROMO If you have yet to get started on your own amazing essential oils journey, learn more about becoming a preferred wholesale member or retail customer here: www.HolisticOilsForPetsAndPeeps.com *    *    *    *    *    *    *    *

Raven Hannah is a self-described animal whisperer, lifelong pet parent, and owner of HolisticPetsAndPeeps.com. She is certified as a holistic consultant, aromatherapist, Reiki practitioner (for animals and people), and pet nutritionist. She encourages others to celebrate animals as part of the family, as well as keep them happy, healthy, and spoiled! When Raven isn’t busy being a slave to her very demanding senior cats or helping her favorite rescues with fundraising projects, she is most likely working on growing her businesses and raising awareness in an effort to make this world a better place for all creatures.

Indulge This Season with YL's October PV Promo!

Declare October the month of healthy indulgence with products from our PV promotion. If the spa is your oasis, start by kicking back with the uplifting aroma of Frankincense and pampering your complexion with skin-cleansing Bergamot. Give your hair the same care by massaging Cedarwood into your scalp for natural conditioning. 

For our yogis and meditation enthusiasts, diffuse Cedarwood to create a calming atmosphere for your practice. Want to take self-care a step further? Gift yourself Life 9® for gut-loving nutrition; then trick your senses with a dessert-scented diffuser blend that combines Orange, Cinnamon Bark, and Nutmeg. 

Sugary treats and fall desserts can be tempting this time of year, but you know better. Treat yourself the healthy way with guilt-free indulgences from this month’s PV promo. Start by kicking back with the uplifting aroma of Frankincense and pampering your complexion with skin-cleansing Bergamot. 

Also included in October’s PV promotion is our probiotic powerhouse Life 9®, so you can tend to your body from the inside out. See what other luxurious products we included in October’s PV promotion then place your qualifying order to indulge guilt-free! 

Qualifying orders may be placed via Essential Rewards OR Quick Order (One-Time Order):

400 PV Retail Value ~ $235.19

Frankincense 15 ml
• Soak in scented suds. Mix 5 drops of Frankincense with 1 tablespoon of V-6™
Vegetable Oil Complex and pour it in your bath water for a relaxing dip.
• Reconnect with your purpose. Rub a drop or two of Frankincense into your hands,
cup them lightly over your nose, and breathe in the grounding scent.

Bergamot 5 ml
• Diffuse the tension. Life’s daily hassles are no match for the tart, tranquil scent
of Bergamot.
• Cleanse your complexion. Add Bergamot to your night cream or toner for
fresh-faced confidence.

Cedarwood 15 ml
• Tame your mane. Massage into your scalp for healthy-looking, touchable tresses.
• Keep calm and say om. Breathe in Cedarwood’s grounding and relaxing aroma.

Life 9 ~ 30 capsules
• Go with your gut. Get on track for smooth digestion with a capsule a day of Life 9
• Welcome wellness. Support a strong immune system with 17 billion live cultures
from nine types of good bacteria.

Orange 15 ml
• Trick and treat your senses. Diffuse 5 drops Orange, 2 drops Cinnamon, and 1 drop
Nutmeg for that warm cookie scent.
• Reveal your inner radiance. Dab Orange essential oil onto blemishes before bed!
This beauty secret will have you waving goodbye to bad skin days.

Cinnamon Bark 5 ml
• Indulge in some TLC. Add a few drops to your favorite massage oil and rub over
achy muscles and joints.
• Rock scentsational spice. Blend Cinnamon Bark with a carrier oil and dab onto your
wrist or neck for an enticing personal fragrance.

Nutmeg 5 ml
• Nestle up to nutmeg. On cool, rainy days, pair this oil’s warm and uplifting aroma
with a good book and a cozy blanket.
• Pamper your belly. When your tummy is feeling crummy, treat yourself to a soothing
stomach massage with.


300 PV Retail Value ~ $135.85

• Bergamot ~ 5 ml
• Cedarwood ~ 15 ml
• Life 9 ~ 30 capsules
• Orange ~ 15 ml
• Cinnamon Bark ~ 5 ml
• Nutmeg ~ 5 ml


250 PV Retail Value ~ $103.29

• Life 9 ~ 30 capsules
• Orange ~ 15 ml
• Cinnamon Bark ~ 5 ml
• Nutmeg ~ 5 ml


190 PV Retail Value ~ $64.47

• Orange ~ 15 ml
• Cinnamon Bark ~ 5 ml
• Nutmeg ~ 5 ml


100 PV Retail Value ~ $17.43

• Nutmeg ~ 5 ml

For more information or to make a purchase, be sure to visit:

www.HolisticOilsForPetsAndPeeps.com

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Raven is an engaging entrepreneur who encourages others to celebrate pets as part of the family, as well as keep them happy, healthy, and spoiled with her online specialty pet boutiques (www.TheGiftedPet.com & www.PamperedPetEssentials.com), and premium pet food business (www.PremiumPetFoodStore.com)

She is an enthusiastic advocate for animal rights, including wildlife & nature and likes to dabble in creative projects such as photography, digital art, custom greeting cards and more!

Raven is also dedicated to helping pet parents and other humans stay happy, healthy, and balanced with her 100% therapeutic-grade essential oils, oil-infused nutritional supplements, and oil-related lifestyle enhancements via Holistic Oils For Pets & Peeps! (www.HolisticOilsForPetsAndPeeps.com)

For more information, please use the Contact Me! page on this blog or visit her Facebook page to PM her www.facebook.com/HolisticPetsNPeeps