This is a reprint. The original post can be seen on the Life's Abundance blog here. Millions of people around the country love having dogs as a part of their family — what they may not know is how greatly their furry friend can benefit their mental health. Recent studies exploring the bond between humans and animals have started revealing what so many of us have suspected all along - having a dog has many benefits! This research is how we found that dogs are great at interpreting our mood... Read more →

On September 2, 2020, Sunshine Mills, Inc. recalled 3 brands of dog food with multiple lot numbers due to potentially elevated levels of aflatoxin. You can read that recall here. On October 8 this recall was expanded to add additional dog foods to the recall. On October 9 the FDA added cat foods to the list. The information is below. October 8, 2020 from the FDA website (read original press release): Sunshine Mills, Inc. is expanding its voluntary recall of certain pet food products that were made with corn that... Read more →

September 22, 2020 - FDA.gov Recall - Real Pet Food Company of Phoenix, AZ Voluntarily Recalls One Lot of Billy+Margot Wild Kangaroo and Superfoods Recipe Dog Food in 4 lb Bags Because of a Possible Salmonella Health Risk (USA) Company Announcement Real Pet Food Company is voluntarily recalling Billy+Margot Wild Kangaroo and Superfoods Recipe 4lb bags 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. While no illnesses have been reported,... Read more →

It's hard to compare dog foods and what you choose to feed your dog is a very important decision. There's a ton of information available so we evaluated Victor Chicken Meal & Brown Rice with Lamb Meal based upon 7 nutritional measures that we believe are critical to making a great dog food. In the following comparison, it was discovered that this brand of Victor dog food does not contain guaranteed amounts of probiotics or vitamins A, C and E, nor does it contain diverse proteins or prebiotics. If you... Read more →

Life’s Abundance is holistically balanced and delivers concentrated nutrition in every bowl, with only the finest ingredients … • A proprietary blend of vitamins & minerals • High-quality protein from chicken meal for strong muscles • An antioxidant system including vitamins C & E • Prebiotic fiber & guaranteed probiotics • Omega-3 fatty acids for healthy skin & a shiny coat • Calcium & phosphorus for healthy teeth and strong bones • Dietary fiber to help maintain a healthy digestive tract Choose Life’s Abundance for your dog because the recipe... Read more →

This is a reprint. The original blog post can be seen on the Life's Abundance blog here. We love houseplants but some pets do too. Having plants in your home is a great way to add beauty, keep your air clean and boost your overall mood. However, you have to be careful when choosing houseplants when you have pets. Some houseplants are toxic and can even cause life-threatening health problems for your pet. So, which pets are dog or cat friendly? No worries because we’ve compiled a list of pet-friendly... Read more →

September 2, 2020 - FDA.gov - Dog Food Recall: Family Pet, Heartland Farms And Paws Happy Life Recalled From Sunshine Mills, Inc Due To Elevated Levels Of Aflatoxin On August 24, 2020 Nature’s Menu Super Premium Dog Food With A Blend of Real Chicken And Quail From Sunshine Mills, Inc. was recalled because of possible salmonella health risk. See that recall here. Sunshine Mills, Inc. is issuing a voluntary recall of certain dog food products due to levels of Aflatoxin that are potentially above the acceptable limit. Aflatoxin is a... Read more →

August 24, 2020 - FDA.gov - DOG FOOD RECALL: Nature’s Menu Super Premium Dog Food With A Blend of Real Chicken And Quail From Sunshine Mills, Inc. Recalled Because Of Possible Salmonella Health Risk Update: Additional dog foods from Sunshine Mills, Inc. were recalled on September 2, 2020. You can view them here. Sunshine Mills, Inc. is issuing a voluntary recall of Nature’s Menu® Super Premium Dog Food with a Blend of Real Chicken & Quail because of the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals eating... Read more →

Check out this fantastic supplement and treat hack from Copper's parents. They call these Good Boi S'Mores and Copper loves them! Good Boi S'Mores feature Life's Abundance Agility formula which helps maintain healthy joint cartilage and connective tissue and the super tasty and delicious Turkey & Berry Chewies. This is a great way to have your pup begging for their Agility Supplement! How do you make them? Easy peasy. Ingredients: 1 Life's Abundance chewable Agility Formula tablet 2 Turkey & Berry Chewies Directions: Put the Agility Formula tablet in the... Read more →

This is a repost. The original post from Dr. Jessica Vogelsang, DVM - What To Know About Pet Joint Health can be seen on the Life's Abundance blog here. The ability to move freely and comfortably is crucial to your companion animal’s well-being. As our beautiful pets grow older, unfortunately aching and stiff joints are often a part of that process just like us. Some breeds need extra support and are simply more prone to these issues. We've used this supplement with our dogs since 2003. All have been large... Read more →

This is a reprint. You can see the original blog post by Dr. Jessica Vogelsang, DVM on the Life's Abundance blog here. It's summer! Many of us are spending more time at home this summer and our cats may or may not be loving it. Since we've got all the extra time, why not spend some of it making sure your cat is set up for optimum health! Here are 5 tips to optimize your cat’s health: Schedule that overdue vet visit. I know, this doesn't sound fun. Even before... Read more →

Two of the questions we are asked most often is...Where can I buy Life's Abundance products and is Life's Abundance sold in stores? Life's Abundance dog and cat foods, treats, supplements, and pet care products along with nutritional supplements and skin care for us are not sold in stores. You also will not be able to purchase Life's Abundance products online at Amazon, Chewy, or any big box store. The reason for this is we want to make sure you are receiving the dry foods as soon as possible from... Read more →

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 →

The original blog post - 5 Pet Safety Tips for 4th of July can be seen on the Life's Abundance blog here. 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... Read more →

The original blog post can be seen on the Life's Abundance blog here. 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... Read more →

The original blog post - Why Taurine In Dog Food Is So Important can be seen on the Life's Abundance blog here. 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.... 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. See our Special near the bottom of this post. Life's Abundance All Life Stage... 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 →

The original blog post - Your Dog Is Paying Attention To Your Emotions can be found on the Life's Abundance blog here. 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... 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 →

The original blog post - 4 Simple Ways To Help Your Pet Lose Weight can be seen on the Life's Abundance blog here. 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... Read more →

The original blog post - 5 Common Mistakes Dog Owners Make can be seen on the Life's Abundance blog here. 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... 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 →

The original blog post - How To Overcome Aggressive Dog Behavior can be seen on the Life's Abundance blog here. 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... Read more →

This is a reprint from the Life's Abundance blog. You can see the original here. 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... 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 →

This is a reprint. The original post can be seen on the Life's Abundance blog here. 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... 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 →

The original post - Dog Training Tips: The Secret To Canine Cooperation appeared on the Life's Abundance Blog here. 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... 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 →

UPDATE November, 2020: You are able to pick up your Life's Abundance order if you are near the Dumas, TX location. You can't just pop in and will need to place your order online first. When your order is ready you'll receive a text for pick up. We even have contactless pick up so your items are delivered to your trunk or place of choosing. You are able to pick up any of the wonderful, healthy dog, cat or human products that Life's Abundance offers. In fact, if you live... 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 →