For most pet owners, their much-loved furry companion is one of the family. That means that our quest for healthy family lifestyles needs to include our dogs and cats. There’s a long term pay-off because prevention is also better than cure when it comes to pets. Vet bills have become astronomical, and with the cost of living rising day by day, it makes sense to pay attention to the holistic well-being of our animals. What we do for our own well-being, often works similarly for pets. Good quality food and maintaining a healthy weight help to reduce risks of disease. Daily physical activity and stress reduction help to boost overall wellness and support immune functioning.
Many pet owners are taking a closer look at the pet products they typically use for grooming and parasite control and are also considering nutritional supplementation to treat certain conditions or generally boost their pet’s health.
Michele Carelse, CEO of Feelgood Health, one of the country’s pioneering online health and wellness stores says, “There is a world-wide trend towards products that are natural, eco-friendly and cruelty-free that is ever-increasing. More and more consumers realise that what they eat and what they use on their bodies not only affects their health, but also the health of the planet. Because pets are part of our family, this trend is extending towards our choices around pet products as well. From grooming aids like shampoos, to treats and supplements, choosing natural, eco-friendly and cruelty-free options is good for our pets, and better for the environment.”
To meet this need Feelgood Health has recently expanded its popular pet offering with two new, locally-made wellness ranges:
Faithful Friends is a range of small batch oven-baked cat and dog treats with 100% natural and therapeutic ingredients.
Michele says, “We all love to spoil our pets. Who can resist those pleading eyes, right! What I like best about the Faithful Friends range is that it gives pet owners the option to spoil their fur babies without harming them. There’s no added sugar, no preservatives or added synthetic chemicals. There are also wheat-free options and treats specially formulated for dogs with itchy skins. So, treating your beloved fur friend can be therapeutic for them, and guilt-free for you.”
