best sale of the season on @SomaPet from @SomaLife

Hopefully all of your holiday shopping is complete and you are curled up by the fire with your furry friends enjoying the season as winter dawns. 

No? Still looking for bargains, eh? Me, too!

SomaPet and SomaLife are offering their best deal of the season starting right now. For this weekend only, ALL products are 30% off with discount code SOMASANTA. 30% off...awesome!

If you haven't heard me go on and on about SomaPet, yet, you have to know that it is the best pet supplement I have come across. We get to try a lot of products, and though we enjoy nearly all of them, we can't possibly purchase them all every month. SomaPet is one product I will never go without. We notice such a positive difference in our nine-year-old mixed terrier, I would feel guilty if I didn't give it to her. To read more about our experience with SomaPet, please click on the links below.

Increasing the Vitality of Your Pet Naturally with SomaPet

The Importance of Growth Hormone to Pets

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holiday hurdle sale on #somapet with #couponcode

My most favorite pet supplement is on sale this week, just in time for the holidays! What better way to kick off a new year than to treat your pet to a healthier lifestyle! Starting today through December 12th, you can save big. Check it out:

What is SomaPet?

SomaPet is a proprietary combination of organic pure free-form amino acids that help jumpstart your pet's natural process of cell repair and regeneration.

Why do I love SomaPet so much?

It contains only natural, 100% organic ingredients. It's sugar free, gluten free, and fat free ,and contains no preservatives, additives, fillers, or artificial coloring. And it's vegan! SomaPet can increase a pet's vitality and longevity by helping immune function, promoting natural healing, helping maintain healthy energy levels, improving the skin and coat and improving nervous function and bone strength. 

Pretty amazing stuff!

If you've been thinking about giving SomaPet a try, take advantage of this week's sale.

More information:

Increasing the Vitality of Your Pet Naturally With SomaPet

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no b.s. #blackfriday deal from #somapet for pet health

I'm not one to roll from Thanksgiving dinner right into the Black Friday super sales. Maybe I would be if I wasn't occupied with pet sitting visits at 4:00 a.m., but I doubt it. I don't like to fight, and I don't like to mess around. 

So let's cut to the chase.

The most important thing you can give your pet for the holidays (or for all of the days) is health, happiness, and longevity. I think SomaPet, the supplement we give N.A.S.H.A., is the best gift you can give, and the great folks over at SomaLife are offering us an awesome deal for this Black Friday. 25% off!

So stay in your PJs with a warm drink and your fur kid on your lap (don't worry, she won't see what you're doing) and shop 'til you drop! You won't have to elbow anyone out of the way. 

And while you're at it...shop for your human family and yourself, too! That's how SomaLife got started. It's all in the family.

Read what we think about SomaPet:

the importance of growth hormone to pets and a SomaPet coupon code

increasing the vitality of your pet naturally with SomaPet

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pumpkin for pet health

I seek out sources of nutrition that can prevent and remedy common pet issues and support holistic pet care, preferring the natural route whenever possible. Fall is here, so what better time to break out the pumpkin for our pets? Canned, natural, unsweetened pumpkin, pumpkin seeds, and cooked fresh pumpkin offer several health benefits to dogs and cats. 

What are the benefits of pumpkin for our pets?

• Supports digestive health. Pumpkin is a great source of fiber for dogs and cats and can help with both constipation and diarrhea. You can add a tablespoon or two to their food each day to keep them regular.

• Anal gland support. Some dogs and cats are more susceptible than others to anal gland issues. Adding pumpkin to your pet's diet can help the anal glands naturally express. Years ago, I had a dog who had to have his anal glands surgically expressed because they had become so impacted. After the fact, I learned about how pumpkin could help. I began adding it to his dinner, and he never had anal gland issues again. 

• Weight loss. Helping your pet maintain a healthy weight is essential to his health. If your pet is overweight, you may consider replacing some of his kibble with pumpkin. Pumpkin is low in calories and full of nutrition. Your pet will feel full and satisfied even though his calories have been reduced.

• Helps maintain urinary health. Pumpkin seeds and pumpkin flesh are high in essential fatty acids and antioxidants that are believed to support urinary health. You may consider adding pumpkin to your pet's diet if he has urinary issues such as incontinence or urinary tract infections. 

• Skin and fur maintenance. The essential fatty acids and antioxidants found naturally in pumpkin helps your pet maintain a healthy coat and skin.

• Cancer prevention. Pumpkin is a great source of Vitamin A, beta-carotene, iron, and potassium, all of which are thought to reduce the likelihood that your pet will develop cancer. 

These benefits can be achieved with just a small amount of pumpkin. Be careful not to feed your pet too much, as excess amounts of Vitamin A can be toxic. Be sure that the pumpkin you feed your pet is free of sugar and spices (you don't want to feed your pet canned pumpkin pie filling, for example). As with most things, moderation is key. Most dogs love the taste of pumpkin and consider it a treat. Cats can be more finicky about it (shocking, right?), but it's certainly worth a try. Some felines think it's divine! 

You can add pumpkin directly to your pet's food, or you can include it in homemade treats. here are a handful of recipes to get you started:

Peanut Butter and Pumpkin Dog Treats

Pumpkin Dog Biscuits 

Gluten-free Dog Treats with Pumpkin

Pumpkin Cookies for 4-legged Friends

It is recommended that you consult your pet's veterinarian before changing your pet's diet.

Do you include pumpkin in your pet's diet? What's the verdict?

This article, written by me, originally appeared on Hybrid Rasta Mama, for whom I create original content. It has been reposted here with permission.

can coconut oil benefit my pet?

Considering the ongoing buzz about how wonderful coconut oil is, I'm sure many of us have incorporated it into our daily routines, whether in the kitchen or the shower. Our family has been cooking with coconut oil for a couple of years. We use it on our skin as a moisturizer, and I use it as a natural makeup remover. I've even tried oil pulling. It may seem like I live and breathe coconut oil, but I've only just scratched the surface. There are hundreds of uses for the stuff.

Did you know that coconut oil is also great for your pets?

Every part of the coconut is nutritious, but the oil is thought to be most so. Most pets enjoy the taste when mixed with their food, and it can also be used topically.

What are some of the benefits?

• antioxidant

• aids in absorption of vitamins and minerals

• antifungal

• supports skin and fur health

• supports healthy digestion

• immune support

• improves metabolic function

• fats support a healthy brain

• supports bone health

• anti-inflammatory, reducing arthritis

• helps reduce allergic reactions

• thyroid support

• parasite prevention

• weight management

• first aid: infections, wounds and rashes heal faster

• deodorizer 

• moisturizer

• thought to be a preventative against some cancers

There's really no downside.

So what's the deal? Doggington Post explains:

When all forms of diet remedies have failed, then it is time to try out this miracle natural medicine for your (pet). Virgin coconut oil means that it is unrefined, and it can be used for both dogs and humans. Lauric acid, a medium chain fatty acid, can help prevent bacterial and viral infections. This is most commonly found in a mother's milk and builds the immune system. 

Dogs Naturally Magazine gets down to the nitty-gritty to help us understand why something so simple can offer so many benefits:

Coconut oil consists of more than 90% saturated fats, with traces of few unsaturated fatty acids, such as monounsaturated fatty acids and polyunsaturated fatty acids. Most of the saturated fats in coconut oil are Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCTs). The main component (more than 40%) of MCTs is auric acid, followed by caprice acid, caprylic acid, merits acid and palmitic. Coconut oil also contains about 2% linoleum acid (polyunsaturated fatty acids) and about 6% oleic acid (monounsaturated fatty acids).

Most of the coconut oil benefits come from the MCTs. For example, the auric acid in coconut oil has antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-fungal properties. Caprice and caprylic acid have similar properties and are best known for their anti-fungal effects.

In addition, MCTs are efficiently metabolized to provide an immediate source of fuel and energy, enhancing athletic performance and aiding weight loss. In dogs, the MCTs in coconut oil balance the thyroid, helping overweight dogs lose weight and helping sedentary dogs feel energetic.

How much should I give my pet?

Topically, coconut oil can be used liberally and as needed. When given internally, the standard recommended dose is one teaspoon of coconut oil per ten pounds of pet. As with any new food or supplement, it's best to start slowly and work up to the full dose over a period of about a month. 

Have you used coconut oil topically or as a supplement for your pet? How about for yourself? 

Resources

• Benefits of Coconut Oil for Dogs, Doggington Post

• Benefits of Coconut Oil for Pets, Wellness Mama

• Coconut Oil and Your Dogs, Hybrid Rasta Mama

• The Health Benefits of Coconut Oil for Dogs, Dogs Naturally Magazine

Coconut photo source: macrobiotics.co.uk.