CAMBEA'S
NUTRITION

Beverly Weddington
(727) 799-7351

EMAIL: bweddin1@tampabay.rr.com

Feeding is one of the most important areas in your puppy's development; it begins very early when the puppy is weaned and continues throughout its life. The food that a dog is given plays an important role in it's muscle and bone development.

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Cambea's Bichon Frise and Maltese feeds and recommends LIFE'S ABUNDANCE NATURAL DOG FOOD, SUPPLEMENTS AND PET CARE PRODUCTS. Life's Abundance uses only the freshest human-quality foods from carefully selected farmers and growers combined with high quality extras such as proteinated minerals, vitamins, antioxidants and bacteria cultures known to have a beneficial effect on the health and well-being of our furry friends. If you would like to receive a complimentary sample of food or a complimentary newsletter, please email me.

Why is Life's Abundance Better?

*Life's Abundance is always made with the freshest ingredients, which gives your pet the best quality possible!

*We select only quality ingredients and use our exclusive "fast-cook" process to preserve the fresh tast of natural foods. This technique maintains natural flavors and nutritional value better than more rigorous cooking techniques found in many store bought products.

* We don't add flavor enhancers or coloring to replace what high-temperature cooking can destroy. We don't need to. We keep all the natural goodness.

* We don't use chemical additives or preservatives. Not a single one. And we never will. We use a blend of natural antioxidants to help our food stay fresh as well as to help your dog to maintain a healthy immune system.

* Our reclosable, oxygen resistant packaging maintains the nutrition and fresh taste of natural food.

Does all this make a difference? You bet it does. We take great pride in providing your dog with the finest quality foods. We invite your close inspection of the wholesome ingredients contained in Life's Abundance.

Wholesome Ingredients:

* Premium All Natural Chicken Meal, Catfish Meal, and Eggs provide high quality easily digested animal protein sources to support strong muscles, healthy organs, and overall health.

* Chicken Fat, Catfish Meal, Flaxseed Meal, and Eggs provide a natural balance of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids to promote healthy skin and shiny coat.

* Whole Brown Rice provides an excellent source of highly digestible carbohydrates for short-term energy and dietary fiber that is gentle on the stomach.

* Fresh Vegetables and Fruit provide natural plant sources of phytonutrients, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and potent bioflavonoids that help support an active immune system.

* Grapeseed Extract provides a natural source of concentrated antioxidant nutrients.

* Beet Fiber, Brewers Yeast, and Natural Bacteria Cultures help the digestive system work at peak efficiency, allowing your pet to get even more nutrition from our wholesome food.

* Enhanced with Natural DHA and EPA support good vision, a strong heart and healthy central nervous system.

* Free from Artificial Colors, Flavors and Preservatives. Contains a blend of natural antioxidants helping to maintain a healthy immune system as well as keeping Life's Abundance stay fresh for longer.

If you choose to make any changes in diet, do so gradually. Begin by mixing small portions of the new food with the one being replaced, until it is completely switched over.

The amount of food that a puppy eats and the number of times per day that a puppy is fed changes as it matures. After you take your puppy home, an adjustment period may be needed of at least two weeks. I always recommend that your puppy should have the first two weeks of "free-feeding" until they make their adjustment to their new homes.

With Life's Abundance food, I like to allow my puppies/adults "free-feeding" with a measured amount of 1/2 cup available to them at all times. Periodically throughout the day I will check their food and remeasure if needed. You can mix your puppy's food with a little warm water to encourage him to eat. While it is young, the puppy's activity level is high and you will want to be sure that it is eating enough to develop properly and steadily gain weight. You can also feed your dog some HEALTH BARS in the morning and evening. Again, base your puppy/dog's portions based on individual needs.

Remember to keep a bowl of fresh clean water near your dog's food bowl at all times.

In order to develop good eating habits, allow your dog its own dining area. Feeding times should be at the same time and in the same place everyday. Your dog's food and water should be served at room temperature so that the food is neither too hot nor too cold. Snack foods such as cake, chocolate, and other junk foods are not for dogs and should never be given to them. Other unhealthy foods include spicy, fried, starchy or fatty foods. Chicken, pork, and fish bones can also be very dangerous to a dog if eaten since they can cause intestinal damage and tear the stomach lining.

You may need to make some dietary changes depending on your dog's age, growth, and activity level; your veterinarian can assist you in making these adjustments, if necessary. If your puppy becomes sick, the nutritional needs will change. Consult with your veterinarian to make the proper dietary adjustments; vitamin and mineral supplements can also be given.

There are a variety of feeding dishes to choose from hard plastic, stainless steel, and earthenware dishes, available in many shapes and sizes. Choose one that is large enough to hold each meal, but will not tip over or spill as your dog eats. It is very important to keep your dog's feeding and watering dishes clean on a daily basis. Once the dog has finished its meal, throw away any uneaten food and clean the dishes. They should be washed using hot water and soap, and then rinsed and dried.