July 3, 2020 - FDA.gov issued a recall of Dick Van Patten's Natural Balance Ultra Premium Chicken & Live Pate' Formula Canned Cat Food from the J.M. Smucker Company. This was a Voluntary Recall of 1 lot of canned cat food. The J. M. Smucker Company today announced a voluntary recall of one lot of Natural Balance® Ultra Premium Chicken & Liver Paté Formula canned cat food due to health concerns likely associated with elevated levels of choline chloride. Ingesting impacted product may cause nausea with excessive salivation, constricted pupils... Read more →

Unfortunately, July 5th is one of the busiest days in both veterinary hospitals and animal shelters. Panicked pups bolt over fences leading to injuries and lost pets, unattended food gets scarfed down causing gastric problems, overheated canines experience heat exhaustion, and the list goes on. I remember when we had our pet sitting business and we would see flyers for lost pets. During our dog walks, people were out searching or we'd hear the stories first hand of pets that got sick during a celebration. The good news is that... Read more →

During the recent events, many of us found ourselves with the task of grooming our own dogs at home. Some people didn't realize how much professional groomers are miracle workers. Amy I right? Washing your dog at home can prove to be quite the challenging task if you aren’t prepared. If you’re missing your groomer, here are some DIY tips for grooming your dog while at home. The 7 items that should be on your grooming checklist and ready to go: Towels Revitalizing Shampoo Wash Cloth Bath Fresh Mist Brush... Read more →

Every ingredient in dog food should provide a benefit. We choose to feed Life's Abundance dog food because they also believe in a whole-health, or holistic, approach to product formulation. Life's Abundance dog foods include all the nutrients that we know their bodies need — including some cutting edge ingredient choices we’ve made over the years that can pay big dividends to your dog’s health, taurine among them. Taurine publicly emerged as an important nutrient for dogs in 2018 when the canine heart disease, dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM), started making headlines.... Read more →

Life's Abundance carries grooming products for your dog’s skin, coat and ears. You can feel great knowing that your dog care products are safe, convenient and soothing. Here's a quick look at the Life's Abundance pet care line: Life's Abundance Revitalizing Shampoo Sizes: 12 fl. oz. Best Known For: Rinsing easily, and leaving coats soft and odor-free for a long time. Featured Ingredient: Herbal infusion combined with Ordenone to actively neutralize odors for 5-7 days after bathing! This shampoo rocks! Our dogs look, feel and smell fabulous. We love that... Read more →

Life's Abundance All Life Stage Cat Food is a holistically balanced cat food. As the name states, this food is great for all stages from kittens through senior cats. Life's Abundance All Life Stage Cat Food is a balanced blend of calcium & phosphorous to support growing & aging bones. This cat food has optimal protein levels for growing kittens & adult cats and a unique blend of antioxidants to support cats throughout their life cycle. Life's Abundance All Life Stage Cat Food has never had a recall and contains... Read more →

Life's Abundance All Life Stage Dog Food is a holistically balanced dog food. As the name states, this food is great for all stages from puppies through seniors. It's the food that we've been using since 2003! All of our dogs have always loved it and thrived on the food. Life's Abundance All Life Stage Dog Food has never had a recall and contains no corn, wheat or corn/wheat glutens. It also has no artificial flavors or colors. Since the company started serving our furry loved ones back in 1999,... Read more →

When you're looking into your dogs beautiful eyes, have you ever wondered if they can sense emotions? Yes they can! Dogs are social animals, and they want to understand us as best as possible. That’s why they read our emotions through subtle postures and facial cues. Since humans have no tails to wag, our furry friends have to decipher other signals to uncover our emotional states. Dog are great at this! Here's an example, when dogs bare their teeth it’s often a sign of hostility. On the other hand, when... Read more →

What makes Life's Abundance dog and cat foods better than commercial foods? Life's Abundance has had NO RECALLS EVER! Life's Abundance has been in business since 1999. Life's Abundance currently has 6 warehouses to make shipping to you as quick as possible. Life's Abundance dry dog and cat foods are generally shipped within 6 weeks of being made. They don't sit in non climate controlled warehouses or semi trailers for months before hitting the store shelves. Life's Abundance dry dog and cat foods are made in small batches. Shopping for... Read more →

Did you know that more than half of the dogs and cats in the U.S. are overweight? All that extra heft puts our beloved pets at-risk for many serious health conditions. The good news is that solving your companion animal’s weight problem might be easier than you’d expect! Check out these helpful pet weight loss tips to ensure your beloved friend will live an even healthier and happier life: Select A Wholesome Diet One vital measure towards curbing weight is also a simple one — selecting the perfect food. Choose... Read more →

Deciding to bring a new dog into your family is exciting — it’s also a long-term life decision. It’s important to be prepared before you embark on the journey of bringing a new four-footer into the home! There are some common problems that folks run into, but once you’re aware of them, you can steer your pup towards a healthy and happy future. Here are five common mistakes dog parents make: Impulse Adoptions It’s common knowledge that dogs have an average lifespan of 10-15 years. But when those puppy-dog eyes... Read more →

This Warning letter was issued from the FDA on March 16, 2020 to Bravo Packing (this is not the same as Bravo Pet Foods). On September 26, 2019, the FDA cautioned 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). You can read the caution here. March 16, 2020 (read entire warning letter here) CMS #592718 WARNING LETTER Dear Ms. Lloyd & Mr. Merola: On July 22, July 24, and August 6, 2019,... Read more →

Some customers have expressed concern about accessing Life’s Abundance products as more and more businesses announce temporary closures due to the coronavirus outbreak. Here are some reasons to be sure you can rely on us for the duration of this crisis and beyond. We Are An “Essential Business” Since we deliver consumable products, like pet food, to your door, we are considered an essential business by the Federal government. Our entire supply chain falls into this same category - ingredient suppliers, manufacturers, UPS and all of the vendors involved in... Read more →

Company recall March 19, 2020 - FDA publish date March 23, 2020 - FDA.gov Out of an abundance of caution IcelandicPlus LLC of Ft. Washington, PA, is recalling its Capelin Pet Treats because some of the fish have exceeded the FDA compliance guideline for fish larger than 5 inches. The FDA has determined that salt-cured, dried, or fermented un-eviscerated fish larger than 5 inches have been linked to outbreaks of botulism poisoning in humans between 1981 and 1987 and again in 1991. Since some IcelandicPlus Capelins are larger than 5... Read more →

Do you have a Plan B? As a pet professional and especially for those of you in a service type pet profession, it's important to have a second income available. Of course that's not easy because your hours are spent pet sitting, dog training, grooming, etc. So, what can you do? Offer Life's Abundance dog and cat foods, treats, supplements and pet care products to your clients! It's a great way to put that Plan B in action. That's what we did back in 2003 when we owned a pet... Read more →

Were you trying to order Life's Abundance dog or cat food and saw you missed the cut off for new customers? Never fear, we're here for you! We've been Life's Abundance distributors since 2003 and are happy to help you order food, treats and supplements for your furry loved ones. You can contact us directly to set up your Life's Abundance account with us. We'll need your name, address, email and phone number in order to set up the account and please include that information on our form. As a... Read more →

Let's play 'True or False' with our staff veterinarian, Dr. Jessica Vogelsang! When I say “puppy breath,” what do you think of? It’s most likely a pleasant thought, right? People like puppy breath (well, at least dog lovers do!) Now what about when I say “dog breath?” Not such a great thought! No one wants to be told they have dog breath, not even a dog. So what causes the transformation from the sweet smell of puppy breath to the putrid stench of dog breath? It’s easy to combat bad... Read more →

February 14, 2020 - FDA.gov This is NOT a recall. It is a caution from the FDA. Fast Facts The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is cautioning pet owners not to feed their pets one lot of Aunt Jeni’s Home Made frozen raw pet food after a sample collected from a store in the District of Columbia tested positive for Salmonella. The product is Aunt Jeni’s Home Made All-Natural Raw Turkey Dinner Dog Food, 5 lb. (2.3 kg), lot 175331 NOV2020. If you have any of the affected Aunt Jeni’s... Read more →

February is National Dental Health Month! We're kicking it off today with this special that will last through the end of February. Our delicious Gourmet Dental Treats (9 and 18 ounces), Buffalo Bully Sticks (9-inch size only) and Porky Puffs are available to ALL customers at their discounted Autoship prices! That's up to an 18% savings off retail! No need to select Autoship for this special to receive the BEST price! Just click here and order some goodies for your doggie today! Rio has been loving the dental treats since... Read more →

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 →