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What could be better than curing a dog’s cancer? That’s easy! Let's just avoid the illness in the first place.

Although there are no statistical studies that prove you can prevent cancer in at-risk dogs, "common sense and clinical experience make a strong case for avoiding anything that exposes an animal to known carcinogens or weakens the immune system,” says Stacey Hershman, DVM, a holistic house-call veterinarian in Rockland County, New York.

Just like their human companions, dogs live longer, healthier lives when they eat organic foods, get enough exercise, breathe clean air, drink clean filtered water, and stay away from harmful substances. They also are helped by Omega 3s, food-source antioxidants, and free-range, antibiotic-free, and chemical-free proteins.

We have selected our favorite must-have products to get folks off to the best start with new pups or adopted dogs. We depend on every single item below for our own Goldens.

Our assortment is arranged in a whimsical bone-shaped wire basket that measures 10" L x 6" W x 3" H and includes a useful handle.

This elegant shiny basket is simply perfect for holding dog wares and is a true keepsake storage container. This gift can be bought to treat yourself right (which is really important) or to present to a fellow dog lover—a special gift note card provided if requested with your order.

The collection is beautifully shrink wrapped and topped with a bow. Please note that the basket shown here was a previous sample containing a different assortment.

A brochure additionally accompanies each collection, providing insightful information about the contents and why each item was included. Price: $99.00 

You may opt to change some of the contents to reflect other products at our store. Just contact us and we will design a custom basket just for you or your gifted recipient.)

Our Gift Basket includes the following products . . . .

Primal Pet 100% Organic Jerky Chicken & Honey Nibs — This treat is solely certified organic chicken raised in the USA without antibiotics or added hormones, organic honey, and sea salt. Organic honey is a great antimicrobial agent and antioxidant.

This low-calorie, single source protein treat—gluten and grain-free with no preservatives—is now our favorite of all training treats. Honestly, we just cannot say enough about them. They are soft and very small (½" x ½"). The pieces are not all uniform as some are slightly thicker than others, but there are about 340 pieces in 1 heavy duty re-sealable bag! They are delicious, so try hard to not eat them all yourself. They are for the furkids, after all. 
 

Eden 100% Organic Dried Wild Blueberries — The wild, low responsible for giving them their deep-blue color, inhibiting an enzyme involved in promoting cancer. Of fruits tested, wild blueberries show the greatest anti-cancer activity.

Alfie eats these daily as part of his Canine Life home prepared diet. And, our internist believes we should be eating them daily as well given the incredible research. Unlike most commercial dried fruit, Eden’s berries contain no refined sugar or high fructose corn syrup. They use NO sulfites, chemical preservatives, or additives, simply organic apple juice and organic sunflower oil. Provided in a handy 4-oz re-sealable package, they are low in sodium, rich in fiber, and fat free.
       
 

Vital Choice PURE Wild Alaskan Sockeye Salmon Oil — Unless you or your dog is eating fatty acid fish 3-4 times a week, there aren’t enough Omega-3s in these diets. Since their discovery in the 1970s, the omega-3 essential fatty acids have generated thousands of studies and trials. Necessary at every stage of life, they are found in the membrane of every cell in the body and help to ensure that the cell membrane is equipped to do its job. Also used in the regulation of all biological functions, optimum health can only be achieved when sufficient Omega-3's are obtained.

Vital Choice's Omega-3 Sockeye Salmon Oil is a whole, non-distilled, cold-filtered oil from wild Alaskan Sockeye. Their wild fish is free of hazardous levels of contaminants. (also see  Purity). Natural Omega-3s, like those that come from Vital Choice's product, are superior. Just look at their fatty acid analysis. Our Golden Alfie receives 6000 units daily as part of his Canine Life diet.
 
 

Aroma Paws Paw Conditioning Treatment — With NO dyes, parabens, phosphates, salt, alcohol, or synthetic fragrances, this pH Balanced, Eco-Friendly, and Bio-Degradable conditioner is great for paws and noses. It is the perfect thing to help protect your dog's paws from everyday wear and tear.

This chemical-free conditioner is equally wonderful on your dog's noses and your own elbows. It simply works wonders!

All the ingredients are human grade and luxurious! They are Shea Butter, Natural Purified Beeswax, Aloe Vera Butter, Coconut Oil, Apricot Kernel Oil, Grapeseed, Sweet Almond & Golden Jojoba Oils, Vitamins A, E & F, and Peppermint Oil.
 

         

Liquid Net for Pets, The Ultimate Natural Insect Repellent — Lyme disease is on the rise and Liquid Net is truly the answer. It is completely DEET free and is made from all natural, pleasant smelling ingredients. The human grade active Ingredients are Citronella Oil 1.20%, Cedarwood Oil 0.60%, Lemongrass Oil 0.60%, Geraniol 0.60%, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate 0.60%, Peppermint Oil 0.30%, Eugenol 0.30%. Other Ingredients are 95.8% (Water, Lime Juice, Wintergreen Oil).

Holistic veterinarian, Dr. Allen Schoen, loves it and is recommending it to all his patients. These long lasting essential oils can be applied to everyone in your family. Best of all, our non-greasy insect repellent is so effective, Liquid Fence backs it up with a written 100% Money-back Guarantee.

 

BONUS Simply Fido 100% Organic Plush Toy — Our dogs are always chewing or sucking on something. From puppyhood, they, like babies, love to put things in their mouths. Given the prevalence of oral cancers, we wondered if their dog toys were safe and non-toxic. Do I want my dog chewing on toys that have PVC (polyvinyl chloride, a toxic chemical) in the plastic? Do I want him ingesting processed materials or those made using pesticides and growth hormones?

Made from safe, non-toxic, all natural organic fabric makes them not only environmentally friendly, but much safer for playtime. Pure water organic dye process • Saliva resistant • Reduced toxicity and allergy levels. Let us choose from the assortment that we carry.


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