Just like humans, dogs can get scared — and when they do, they may defend themselves by acting out aggressively. If your dog is behaving this way, it’s your job to do what you can to help them get over that fear! Here are some tips for overcoming aggressive dog behavior at home: Learn About the Breed Some dog breeds are naturally more fearful than others. For example, the Chihuahua has a notorious reputation for acting aggressively out of fear. To understand your dog's fear, it can be helpful to... Read more →

As your furry friend gets older, are they showing signs of slowing down? Arthritis in dogs and cats can potentially be treated, giving your pet an active life for years to come. Here are seven common signs that may indicate your pet has arthritis or other joint problems: 1. Limping Did your cat land wrong when jumping off the couch or is it a sign of something else? If your pet's limping seems to be related directly to a potential injury, it's important to have it checked out by a... Read more →

If your pup received rawhides for a gift this year, I suggest tossing them! Rawhides can cause choking, throat irritations and potentially dangerous intestinal blockages. On top of that, it can be costly when you need to rush your dog to the vet due to a blockage. It's better for you and them to ditch the rawhides and go with a safe alternative. The answer? Porky Puffs! Our dogs have been drooling over these for years. I can't touch the bag without some serious drool factor starting. If you have... Read more →

If you own a dog, you probably find yourself gushing to others about how great your four-legged furball is. Now, there are compelling new scientific studies that prove just how amazing they really are! Published in Circulation, a journal of the American Heart Association, the evidence shows that dog owners have a lower risk of death over the long term and are less likely to die from heart disease when compared to non-owners. Researchers also determined that dog owners who experienced a heart attack or stroke had a significantly lower... Read more →

I know it's December but I love pumpkin recipes throughout the year. These are some quick protein balls that you can make a batch, toss in the freezer and grab one out when you want a quick snack, a healthy treat or an extra boost before or after you work out. I love recipes that I can add vanilla plant protein to. While I use it every morning in my smoothie, the Life’s Abundance Plant Protein contains non-GMO coconut oil powder, which is a great source of beneficial fatty acids... Read more →

November 20, 2019 - FDA.gov Recipient: Peter Brons-Poulsen President and CEO Hill's Pet Nutrition Inc. 400 SW 8th Ave.Topeka, KS 66603United States Issuing Office: Office of Human and Animal Foods Division II West United States 913-495-5100 Dear Mr. Brons-Poulsen: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted inspections of your pet food manufacturing facility located at 320 NE Crane St., Topeka, Kansas on February 1 through February 19, 2019 and March 25 through 27, 2019. These inspections were conducted in response to a Reportable Food Registry report (RFR) event (EON-378261)... Read more →

December 5, 2019 - FDA.gov - The J.M. Smucker Company issues voluntary recall of Special Kitty Wet, Canned Food. See info below for specific product information. Previous Special Kitty recalls - December 7, 2018 and January 3, 2017 Company Announcement - The J. M. Smucker Company today announced a voluntary recall of specific lots of Special Kitty® wet, canned cat food due to health concerns potentially associated with ingredients believed to not meet the Company’s quality and safety standards. The specific product is Special Kitty® Mixed Grill Dinner Pate. In... Read more →

Alrighty folks! Whatcha gonna get your doggie or kitty this year? Who's on your holiday list that has a dog or cat? These are purrfect! Just imagine the delight of your dog or cat when they put their paws on this! If you're heading to a holiday party, these are a terrific gift for your host or hostess. Who doesn't love that you remembered their furry friend? These come out once a year and sell out fast! Here's the link to grab your Holiday Dog Gift Basket! The Holiday Dog... Read more →

November 14, 2019 - FDA.gov recall of Quest Beef Cat Food from Go Raw, LLC. Go Raw, LLC, of Cottonwood Utah is recalling its 2lb. frozen bags of “Quest Beef Cat Food” because they may be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Salmonella can affect animals. Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is a risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not... Read more →

It's here and you can get it FREE for a limited time! Our Life's Abundance Charcoal & Sea Salt Soap is on sale now!! 👉 Grab yours here! You can purchase the Charcoal & Seal Salt Soap here BUT you can get it FREE! How? Just purchase any three of our skin care products made with organic plant based ingredients (excluding Charcoal Soap) or a Skin Care Kit and get one bar of our Charcoal & Sea Salt complexion soap free. Handmade and 97% organic, this activated charcoal and Dead... Read more →

We love our dogs — and we want other people to love our dogs as well. This is why some basic dog training will enhance your bond with your dog while improving their relationship with your friends and family. Having a well-trained dog or puppy will make your life a whole lot easier and enhance your experience as a dog parent. Whether you are interested in basic obedience training or simply want to teach your new puppy the house rules, the key to any successful dog training begins with the... Read more →

We've made these several times already and love them. They are super easy to make and this batch makes about 7 three to four inch diameter pancakes. I like it because I can put 2 in the pan each time. They cook pretty quickly on medium high and be sure to let the first side completely gel before flipping. I added a little olive oil each time I added 2 new pancakes to the pan. It also crisps the pancakes a little which we liked. Instead of stirring by hand,... Read more →

When you shop at Life’s Abundance, you become part of a homeless dog or cat’s success story! A portion of company profits is set aside to issue grants to rescue groups in need of financial aid. Whether you buy a product for your dog or cat, or nutritional supplements for yourself, your purchase helps fund efforts to save the lives of homeless and neglected animals around the country and bring joy to their new families. Our nonprofit, The Dr. Jane Foundation, has provided support to small and medium-sized rescue groups... Read more →

It's everything pumpkin time but this delicious smoothie can be made year-round and put your mind right back into this wonderful time of year! It's important to note that this recipe uses canned pumpkin puree. This is NOT the canned pumpkin used for pumpkin pies. There are a lot of great organic pumpkin puree choices out there and my rule of thumb is if it has a picture of a pumpkin pie, pass it by. Not saying there aren't pumpkin puree cans with that picture, but many are the canned... Read more →

September 26, 2019 - FDA.gov Fast Facts The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is cautioning pet owners not to feed their pets any Performance Dog frozen raw pet food after a sample tested positive for Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes (L. mono). Two samples of different finished products collected during an inspection of Bravo Packing, Inc., the manufacturer of Performance Dog raw pet food, tested positive for Salmonella and/or L. mono. One of the products sampled had not yet been distributed. The product that entered the marketplace is Performance Dog... Read more →

September 20, 2019 - FDA.gov - TDBBS, LLC is the parent company of Best Bully Sticks which is a very popular brand. You can find more information (but no recalls) on the TDBBS website or on the Best Bully Sticks website (scroll to the bottom where it states the parent company). If you search USA Thick Pig Ear 8 Pack or USA Thick Pig Ear 20 Pack on Google, the Amazon listing with Best Bully Sticks picture comes up but the pages have been taken down. I would contact both... Read more →

September 3, 2019 - FDA.gov Company Announcement Dog Goods is voluntarily expanding this recall to include all 30-packs of "Berkley & Jensen" brand pig ears sold at BJ's Wholesale Club stores. Dog Goods purchased these pig ears from a single supplier in Brazil from September 2018 through August 2019. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA"), together with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ("CDC") and State partners, is investigating a link between pig ear pet treats and human cases of salmonellosis. This recall is being expanded after Rhode... Read more →

Life’s Abundance was proud to announce the construction of a brand-new distribution and customer care center at a groundbreaking ceremony in Dumas, Texas on Friday, August 16. This local Dumas news article highlights why the growing city is a great fit for our expanding company and how we will positively impact the economy of the tight-knit community. Here's some information from the article: Lester Thornhill came to the United States from Trinidad to attend college. Sasha Stephens immigrated from the former Soviet Union as a middle schooler. Today, Thornhill is... Read more →

August 30, 2019 - FDA.gov Fast Facts The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is cautioning pet owners not to feed their pets certain lots of Aunt Jeni’s Home Made frozen raw pet food after samples from some of these lots tested positive for Salmonella and/or Listeria monocytogenes (L. mono). Two samples of finished product collected during an inspection of Aunt Jeni’s Home Made tested positive for Salmonella, and/or L. mono. The products are: Aunt Jeni’s Home Made, Turkey Dinner Dog Food, 5 lb (2.3kg), lot 175199 JUL2020, and Aunt Jeni’s... Read more →

August 27, 2019 - FDA.gov Brutus & Barnaby of Clearwater, Florida is recalling all size variations of our Pig Ears for Dogs because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the products or any surfaces exposed to these products. Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting,... Read more →

August 16, 2019 - FDA.gov Company Announcement Dog Goods USA LLC to conduct a voluntary recall of Chef Toby Pig Ears Treats because of possible salmonella health risk. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA"), together with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ("CDC") and State partners, is investigating a suspected link between pig ear pet treats and human cases of salmonellosis. Dog Goods USA LLC ("Dog Goods"), a distributor of Tobyhanna, PA has been contacted by the FDA and, based on the best information currently available, will be... Read more →

O.M.G. Delish! These have become our obsession snack. I seriously wait for one each day and I have to say one because I could eat the whole pan easily. I knew from the minute I had mixed together the "batter" these were going to be delicious. We're in Arizona so we don't use our oven much and while I'd love to bake, there is no way I'm heating up the house to do it. No bake bars are quick and you don't have to wait for the oven to heat... Read more →

On August 3, 2019, Texas Tripe, Inc. issued a recall on products from 5/28/19 to 7/1/19. You can see that recall here. Today, August 14, 2019, the FDA sent out a caution to not feed Texas Tripe due to salmonella, listeria monocytogenes. Fast Facts The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is cautioning pet owners not to feed their pets certain lots of Texas Tripe Inc. raw pet food after samples from some of these lots tested positive for Salmonella and/or Listeria monocytogenes (L. mono). Texas Tripe Inc. has recalled 35... Read more →

Every summer, our local parks department posts warning signs at the trailhead of my favorite hike warning of the dangers of overheating. Not for people. For their dogs. The trail is five miles round trip, winding up a rocky mountain with little shade and no access to water. If you get into trouble out on the trail, you have to either be carried out or airlifted. Fortunately, most people heed warm weather warnings for themselves, bring enough water and have the appropriate hiking attire, all of which help make rescues... Read more →

Texas Tripe is recalling on products from 5/28/2019 through 7/1/2019 for possible contamination. Detroit, TX, August 03, 2019 --(PR.com)-- Texas Tripe Inc. of Detroit TX recalls, Texas Tripe brand name products: Ground Turkey Necks, Chicken Tripe complete, Ground chicken W/bone, Shepherd blend, Chicken Pork Salmon W/egg, Chicken Blend Green Tripe, Phat Katz, Senior Pro, All-Star Bully Blend, Beef Blend, Duck-Rabbit, Goat Tripe Complete, Boneless Chicken Blend, Turkey Pork Blend, Beef Tripe & Ground Rabbit, and Wolf Run. Lot #'s affected: 19148, 19419, 19150, 19151, 19154, 19155, 19156, 19157, 19158, 19161,... Read more →

Summary Company Announcement Date: July 26, 2019 FDA Publish Date: July 26, 2019 Product Type: Animal & Veterinary Reason for Announcement: Potential Salmonella contamination Company Name: Lennox Intl Brand Name: Lennox Product Description: Pig ears Company Announcement The Lennox Intl Inc located in Edison NJ, is voluntary recalling its Natural Pig ears because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals eating the product and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having... Read more →

July 31, 2019 - FDA.gov July 31, 2019 Update: FDA and CDC are advising that consumers avoid all pig ear pet treats and retailers stop selling all pig ear treats at this time. Lennox Intl Inc., a distributor of pig ear pet treats, has initiated a recall for some of the treats involved in this outbreak. CDC announced that there are now a total of 127 people infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella, reported from 33 states. Twenty-six ill people have been hospitalized. No deaths have been reported. Previous... Read more →

July 17, 2019 - The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced it's investigation into an outbreak of Salmonella infections due to contaminated pig ears dog treats expanding to 27 states. There are now 93 reported cases. July 3, the FDA was investigating this and Pet Supplies Plus initiated the recall of the pig ears. Here is the info from the CDC: Latest Outbreak Information At A Glance Reported Cases: 93 States: 27 Hospitalizations: 20 Deaths: 0 Since the last update on July 3, 2019, 48 ill people... Read more →

NOTE: Life’s Abundance is not the subject of any FDA investigations or cases of DCM. The FDA’s June 27 update linking 16 dog food brands to reports of the canine heart disease dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) has pet parents understandably concerned. Our hearts go out to affected families, and we’re happy to address your questions about our brand. Above is a picture of our Rio who has been enjoying Life's Abundance since we adopted him in 2006. Life's Abundance Purpose is You Life’s Abundance is fueled by their passion for helping... Read more →

Pet Supplies Plus is recalling Pig Ears in 33 states. This is as of July 3. The FDA has updated their recent information. Summary Company Announcement Date: July 03, 2019 FDA Publish Date: July 03, 2019 Reason for Announcement: Potential Salmonella contamination Company Name: Pet Supplies Plus Brand Name: PSP Product Description: Pig ears Company Announcement With the recent announcements of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) investigating contaminated Pig Ear Treats connecting to Salmonella, Pet Supplies Plus is advising consumers... Read more →

UPDATE: Pet Supplies Plus is recalling Pig Ears. See info here. This is not a recall. It is an FDA investigation posted July 3, 2019. While they have not named a specific source, they also issued this as additional information. Consumer Advisory: Pig ear pet treats sold in bulk distributed in Michigan potentially contaminated with Salmonella Info from both posts can be read below. July 3, 2019 - The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) today issued a consumer advisory for pig ears sold in bulk at retailers... Read more →

In July of last year, the FDA's investigation of consumer reports concerning an increase in the number of incidents of a heart disease called canine dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM). The dogs did not have a predisposition to DCM but they did frequently eat dog foods containing peas, lentils and other legume seeds or potatoes as main ingredients. The FDA has updated their investigation into the DCM cases and named 16 brands eaten by dogs involved in the official report. Only brands named 10 or more times are in this list while... Read more →

Cats are wonderful, mysterious creatures. And that's just two of the many reasons we love having them as a part of our family! On the other hand, cats are notorious for masking symptoms of disease, which can make determining their health needs increasingly challenging as they age. The signs are there, however, if we know what to look for. In what follows, we'll review the signs and reveal several things pet parents can do to optimize their cats' nutrition as they age. When are Cats Considered Senior? Generally speaking, cats... Read more →

Guess what? It's no longer coming soon...it's open!!! Our new Life's Abundance warehouse in Tualatin, Oregon is now open and serving you with faster shipping times than ever before, with most packages delivered in just one to two business days! Plus, free pick-up is available to those living nearby or just passing through. It's easy to select pick-up when checking out online, and orders are usually ready within 30 minutes. Your Autoship can even be set for pick-up saving money on every order. The Tualatin warehouse brings our total Life's... Read more →

We are so excited to announce that Life’s Abundance is a 2019 Forbes Small Giants winner! We've been working with them since 2003 offering healthy dog and cat foods, treats, supplements and pet care products. This is an amazing company and we couldn't be happier that they received this award! This is a picture of Lester, our CEO. It's such a great picture because it shows how fun this company is. If you're a pet professional and have been looking for products to offer your clients, contact us for details.... Read more →

April 4, 2019 - FDA.gov Thogersen Family Farm of Stanwood, WA is voluntarily recalling raw frozen ground pet food because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The following varieties, packaged in two pound packs, are included in this recall: course ground rabbit, course ground mallard duck, ground llama, and ground pork frozen raw pet food L. monocytogenes can affect animals eating the products and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact... Read more →

March 29, 2019 - FDA.gov Out of an abundance of caution, Nestlé Purina PetCare Company is voluntarily recalling a limited amount of Muse wet cat food Natural Chicken Recipe in Gravy in three-ounce cans. The product could contain rubber pieces that are translucent yellow with a blue backing, which may present a potential choking hazard. We're pet owners and pet lovers, and our number one commitment is the health and well-being of pets. We only want products that meet our high-quality standards in your pet's bowl. We became aware of... Read more →

March 26, 2019 - FDA.gov Fast Facts The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is cautioning pet owners not to feed their pets three lots of Darwin’s Natural Pet Products raw dog food after samples from these lots tested positive for Salmonella. The codes for each product are listed in the second group of numbers below the barcode on the package. These products are as follows. Darwin’s Natural Pet Products Natural Selections Chicken Recipe with Organic Vegetables for Dogs: 5309(11)181019, manufactured on October 19, 2018 Darwin’s Natural Pet Products Natural Selections... Read more →

UPDATE: May 17, 2019 - Hill's Pet Nutrition adds an additional dog food lot code. The additional canned dog food lot code provided to the FDA on May 17, 2019 includes: Hill’s Prescription Diet i/d Digestive Care Chicken & Vegetable Stew Canned Dog Food, 12.5 oz, 12-pack SKU 3389 Lot Code/Date Code: 102020T21 The recalled products were distributed through retail pet stores and veterinary clinics nationwide. March 20, 2019 - Hill's Pet Nutrition is expanding its voluntary recall of canned dog food products due to elevated levels of Vitamin D.... Read more →

March is here and that means millions of us are looking forward to St. Patrick's Day. This year, we've created a simple yet delicious beverage to toast friends and family with when you get your green on. So without any further ado, let us introduce you to our Cherry Porter Recipe! Perhaps no other beer speaks to Irish tradition more than a deep, rich, frothy porter. And now, you can add a scrumptious, nutritious kick in mere moments. You'll be enjoying the boldness of a stout beer but giving your... Read more →

Life's Abundance announced their New Pork and Duck grain free canned cat food today! This has cats meowing all around the internet with excitement. The Pork and Duck grain free canned cat food joins Life's Abundance incredibly popular Instinctive Choice canned cat food which has been delighting kitties for years. Along with the Pork and Duck canned cat food and Instinctive Choice, Life's Abundance offers cat treats and dry cat and kitten foods too. Life's Abundance has never had a recall and has been in business since 1999 with delicious... Read more →

Thinking of switching cat foods? With so many on the market, we've taken a few brands and compared them to Life's Abundance. If your brand isn't on the list (be sure to use the drop down menu), we've also provided points to consider when looking at your current brand. 👉Compare your cat and kitten food to Life's Abundance cat and kitten food. Some comparisons on the website above include - Wellness, Royal Canin, Blue Buffalo, Canidae, Fromm, Halo, Eagle Pack, Hills, Fancy Feast, Natural Balance and Orijen. IT'S NOT JUST... Read more →

🐾 Life's Abundance makes 3 delicious canned dog foods. These are great as stand alone foods or as a mix-in. Since Rio is a large dog, he get's a 1/2 of a can mixed into his dry food. While he drools over all 3, I think his personal favorite is the Pork and Venison. 🐶 Or, maybe that's because it my favorite. 🤷‍♀️ I like the Pork and Venison because it's in loaf form so it's easy to divide in 1/2 and mix in. The Life's Abundance Pork and Venison... Read more →

It's National Pet Dental Health Month and we're here to celebrate with exclusive savings on 2 delicious dental products for your pooch! Starting today and throughout the entire month of February, Life's Abundance Gourmet Dental Treats for Adult Dogs (9-oz. and 18-oz. bags) and Life's Abundance Porky Puffs are available to everyone at their discounted Autoship prices, up to 18% savings off retail! Celebrate #NationalPetDentalHealth Month by helping dogs support healthy teeth and gums! These 2 products have been part of Rio's life for many years. As a senior dog,... Read more →

January 31 2019 - FDA.gov Hill’s Pet Nutrition is voluntarily recalling select canned dog food products due to potentially elevated levels of vitamin D. While vitamin D is an essential nutrient for dogs, ingestion of elevated levels can lead to potential health issues depending on the level of vitamin D and the length of exposure, and dogs may exhibit symptoms such as vomiting, loss of appetite, increased thirst, increased urination, excessive drooling, and weight loss. Vitamin D, when consumed at very high levels, can lead to serious health issues in... Read more →

January 28, 2019 - MDA.state.mn.us The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is notifying consumers of a recall of raw turkey pet food from Woody’s Pet Food Deli due to Salmonellacontamination. This recall is being issued after product samples collected by the MDA tested positive for Salmonella. Sampling was begun after the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) identified a human case of Salmonella linked to the pet food. The recalled product was sold in 5-pound plastic containers labeled “Woody’s Pet Food Deli Raw Free Range Turkey” and can be identified by... Read more →

January 23, 2019 - FDA.gov This is not a recall, this is a caution issued from the FDA. If you have this food, please check your lot number. Fast Facts The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is cautioning pet owners not to feed Hare Today Gone Tomorrow Ground Chicken/Bones/Organs, lot 12.04.2018, after the product tested positive for Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes (L. mono). This product is identified as “Ground Chicken” on the product labeling and as “Ground Chicken/Bones/Organs” on the firm’s website. If you have this lot of Hare Today... Read more →

Life’s Abundance is opening their 6th distribution center in Tualatin, Oregon, a suburb of Portland, this summer! This opening will mean faster shipping times for those in the broader region, including Washington, Idaho and parts of Wyoming and Montana! Plus, free pick-up service will be available to everyone living nearby. Life's Abundance is the leader in premium dog and cat foods, treats, supplements and grooming care products and has been serving the pet community since 1999. The dry dog and cat foods are shipped within 4-6 weeks of being made... Read more →

We're excited to see another win for Life's Abundance! We're so glad we decided to switch our dogs over to these products and become representatives almost 16 years ago. Life's Abundance has never had a recall in their 20 years in business. We've seen changes in our own dogs as well as the dogs and cats of our pet sitting clients. If you've been watching dog food recalls, you've seen 8 recalls regarding the presence of elevated levels of Vitamin D in dry dog food. That can be toxic and... Read more →

The Dr. Jane Foundation has achieved great things this past year! In addition to 18 financial awards given to worthy animal rescues through our usual grant process, the Dr. Jane Foundation also was able to provide emergency funding to two groups that coordinated assistance to injured and homeless animals displaced by devastating fires that raged in California last month. As many of you know, the Camp Fire was the deadliest wildfire in California's history. The emergency response of the last two groups on the following list of grant recipients made... Read more →