Liver Support and Detoxification

The liver performs hundreds of functions and the cells of this organ work hard to remove toxins from the body. Kale contains phytochemicals that 'clean up after the party' about ten times faster. Kale has also been shown to flush carcinogens out of cells significantly faster. Dandelion tones, cleans and supports the liver, along with supporting digestion and gall bladder function. Dandelion is a prebiotic and increases the numbers of friendly bacteria in the intestine. Kale is also a prebiotic. Concentrated alfalfa juice is an excellent source of Vitamin K, which is needed in animals with chronic liver problems. Beetroot has betaine and glutamine, which help with hepatic detoxification. Antioxidants such as Vitamin C and grape seed extract also work to increase liver health. Vitamin E has a special role in preventing and treating Hepatic Lipidosis in felines.

Urinary Tract Health

Cranberry concentrate acidifies the urine and helps prevent infection. Blueberries and dandelion play a role in bladder health. Vitamin C is a great anti-oxidant and acidifies the urine, but only for a few hours. Cranberry works to acidify the urine for almost an entire day. Remarkably, phytochemicals from food are present and working in the body to promote health for a much longer time than vitamins and minerals, the latter getting used up more quickly. Vitamin K1 and Vitamin D3 work synergistically together to prevent minerals from unnecessarily being flushed into the bladder. Vitamin K1 has been known for its clotting functions and is now known to prevent calcium from unnecessarily flushing into the bladder. Most pet supplements include a small dose of Vitamin D. Deserving Pets includes a very generous dose for both dogs (300 IU) and cats (100 IU). Concentrated Alfalfa extract is an excellent source of Vitamin K. Milk thistle was used thousands of years ago to flush crystals out of the bladder.

Cardiac Health

Vitamins C and E work together synergistically. Cats cannot produce taurine, an important amino acid. Therefore, Deserving Pets included a generous portion of taurine for it is important for retinal and heart health. In 1994 Morris and Rogers identified taurine deficiency as causative factor in feline cardiomyopathy. Deserving Pets included 200 mg in each feline dose, and the best part of it is that cats truly like this vitamin in their food. Alfalfa extract and beet extract also provide a direct benefit to the heart.

Skin and Coat Support

There is usually a noticeable improvement in the coat of a dog or a cat after just a few weeks on these vitamins. Of course, the new shining coat is only a reflection of their better internal health. The DP Vitamins mix contains biotin, zinc, Vitamin C and grape seed extract all excellent for the skin and coat. Animals who have skin allergies have been shown to need more vitamin C and zinc. Zinc is a component in over 70 enzymes. Recent research in Sweden showed that children who begin supplementation at an early age with a multivitamin/mineral have a 39% less chance of contracting allergies. The digestive support provided by dandelion also helps with allergies and skin problems. Deserving Pets Canine Everyday Essentials and Vital Vities excel in assisting with chronic skin problems and ear infections.