Two and half years ago, this black Labrador was diagnosed with cancer.  To the amazement of everyone, including her vet, she is still leading a quality life.  Read the story of Jordan, our latest Pet in the Spotlight:

Jordan is an old soul. Friends have always teased me that Jordan is a “lemon.” Like that car that always has an issue, that’s pretty much been Jordan. She has had one of those lives, a dog attack when she was a puppy, 3 ACL surgeries, eye surgery and now cancer. She has always managed to come through, happier than ever. That being said, it is no surprise to me that Jordan is still here with me today, going on walks up in the canyon, doing water aerobics in the lake (can’t really call it swimming anymore) and seemingly still happy to be here.

Jordan was diagnosed with cancer two and a half years ago. Her vet told us the news and added “there were options to extend her life.” But at 11- ½ years old and 75 pounds, I didn’t feel that life extension at this point would be the quality of life that she knew and loved. After spending some time dwelling on these options and searching various sites on the internet, I came upon K-9 Immunity.

The vet is amazed at the quality of Jordan’s life. The cancer that is in her mouth has stayed at bay and the spot in her mouth is raw. In the past two years it hasn’t gotten bigger. Jordan eats soft food and is always the first one with an empty bowl.

I honestly believe that the K-9 Immunity Plus, the CAS Options Immunity and Antioxidant Support, Syn Flex Arthritic Support and Taste of the Wild food are the reason Jordan keeps getting up in the morning. She isn’t all black or as fit as she once was; but everyday she gets up with that same silly Labrador look on her face, barks at me to feed her and wags her tail endlessly as we get ready to enjoy another day together.

According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, there are 81 million overweight dogs and cats in the U.S. right now- OVER 1/2 of the pet population is too fat.  Get some exercise with your pet today.  It  will do you both good.

Tip of the Day - Tea Tree Oil is commonly used by humans for skin issues, but it should never be used on your pet.  Most pets will lick the area where it is applied and it is toxic when ingested.  A safer alternative is Neem Oil.  It repels pests naturally and is good for your pet’s skin.

Kidney disease is one of the most common chronic diseases that affects our cats.  Although it is unclear if it can be totally prevented it does make sense that following certain protocols to promote kidney health could delay the onset or severity of the disease.  By feeding our cats properly and adding supplements that protect the kidneys we give our cats a better chance of a healthy old age.

Diet – Avoid dry kibble.  It robs the body of moisture and some veterinarians think it might actually cause kidney disease in cats.  In addition, stick with high quality canned foods that do not contain meat by-products.

Supplements - Fish oil has been shown to have many great benefits to both humans and pets.  Specific to kidney disease, fish oils have protective qualities and are believed to help the kidneys function better.  It is the one supplement veterinarians agree on.   Antioxidants (bioflavonoids in particular) are  thought to improve kidney filtration by reducing oxidative stress and possibly assist the cells in regenerative repair.  Probiotics and Digestive Enzymes help process food and reduce the load on kidneys.  These supplements are used by many of our clients to help battle even advanced kidney disease, but if you look at the way each supplement functions, common sense says they should be used as an insurance policy against kidney disease.

Hydration – Proper hydration helps ensure that toxins have a way of leaving the body and a lack of hydration is suspected by many to be a key cause of kidney disease.  Cats do not have a well developed thirst mechanism so it is important to encourage them to drink.  A drinking fountain might be a good idea.  Most cats love them.  They keep water moving so it’s cooler (cats love to drink moving water) and it is constantly filtered to it stays fresher longer, which is also a must for picky cats.

If your cat is over 7 years old, it is a good idea to have their kidney values checked by your veterinarian at their next checkup – and keep checking them every year.  If you can’t prevent kidney disease, the next best thing is to catch it early.  Catching the disease early and following the protocols for kidney health can result in the addition of many quality years

Check out our latest Pet in the Spotlight:  Kaci Lee

Kaci Lee is a lab on a mission. Her Mom was in Afghanistan for a year. Upon returning home to the States she noticed a fatty tumor on Kaci Lee’s neck. Both have been through thick and thin. Now they are Kaci Lee’s fatty tumor with the help of K9 Immunity Plus Chews.

Pet’s name: Kaci Lee

Breed: Lab

Age: 10

Owners name: Traci Kroupa

Health Challenges: Cancer

Traditional therapies: chemotherapy

Natural alternatives: All natural high-protein diet, krill oil, K-9 Immunity Plus Chews, Probiotics, Digestive Enzymes and Multi-vitamins

Kaci Lee has been a healthy lab, other than the usual aches and pains that come with getting older. I was deployed to Afghanistan for a year (with the Army Natl. Guard) and when I got home I noticed the fatty tumor that was on the right side of her neck had gotten bigger. I had this tumor biopsied at least 2 times before and it always turned out to be fatty, but now it felt different. Sure enough it was. She had surgery to have it removed, but it is up against her cervical spine so the only option to “slow down the growth” is chemotherapy.

She went through her 1st round and it made her so sick and miserable, I thought there has to be something I can do. That is when I found K-9 Immunity and tried that along with the other supplements I have been giving her. She responded well and seemed to have more energy. So I am happy to say that after her 3rd round of chemo, she is still doing well and would never know she is dealing with cancer. I am thankful that Pet NutriSystems carries K-9 Immunity Plus Chews. It just makes it so much easier to give her supplements and not have to put it into her food.

She is a great companion and has been through thick and thin with me, so it’s the least I could do to make her as comfortable as possible.

Tip of the Day - Read the labels of your pet’s treats.  A new  trend is to add sugar. Look for sugar, corn syrup, sucrose, fructose, etc. in the ingredients.  If it is present – do not buy it.  Sugar is HIGHLY addictive to dogs.  That’s great for the manufacturers and retailers, but not for your pet.  Dog obesity and canine diabetes are epidemic -don’t let it affect your dog.

The Canine Diet Guide is loaded with information on what is and is not good for you dog.

Now through January 15th 2012 you can save $5 off any size bag K9 Immunity Plus chews.  These chews are the all in one product from Aloha Medicinals that combines K9 Immunity with the power of Transfer Factor and Fish Oil.  Now giving your dog or cat K9 Immunity is even easier and pets love the taste.

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Visit our website To learn more about the benefits of K9 Immunity Plus.  These products are well reviewed and highly respected in the Veterinarian community.

Meet Baby, our latest pet in the spotlight.  Baby had aggressive eating and drinking issues along with kidney problems. With the help of the Kidney Kit the disorder is under control. Read how karma bought Baby in to this hairdresser’s life. -

“I was a hairdresser and on Sat. nights, after working all day, would occasionally stop by a favorite oriental restaurant for a dinner of Spring Rolls. The night I found Baby, I was trying to get to that restaurant but could not make the car go in the right direction. It was like someone, or something, was directing my journey.

I was powerless to turn the car and subsequently wound up at another place where a friend and I often go for tea and pie. The parking lot was full, and a line of people had overflowed out of the door. I took my place in line, thinking of what to eat. It was then I noticed a little gray and black kitten trying to get into the door. He obviously smelled the food, and the hostess was crying because she couldn’t smuggle him into the kitchen without being caught.

After no one stepped forward to claim him, it became apparent why my car brought me to this place, on this particular night. I took him home, gave him a flea bath and discovered he is pristine white and black. On his right side there’s a detailed map of the Southern Hemisphere on the West side of the world. Even Madagascar is represented. There is a continent between South America and Africa that MUST be Atlantis so we have dubbed him Baby “Cosmetic Cat”.

Baby’s real name is John Robert after both of my fathers. I am fully convinced Baby is special. He has the same soul as my beautiful John Christian whom I lost 16 years ago to leukemia. When John Christian came to me he had open gashes on both sides of his body as if something with claws grabbed him while he barely escaped. No one is allowed to pet Baby from the waist down or he will tell you about it. If I do touch him anywhere in that area his skin flinches as if he is in pain. Karma I suppose or cellular memory. I think the world would be a miserable place without animals.

Baby started having bouts of aggressive eating, drinking and running everywhere. His vet gave him Felimazole for hyperthyroid and a warning for kidney involvement. His urine became diluted; he started tearing at his face, neck and back. Baby would bite himself all over and growl at me if I tried to hold him. I found Pet NutriSystems and ordered the kidney kit for cats. He has been on the kidney support products, as well as vitamins. We took him off the Felimazole as that was making him allergic, and prayed he would be well. Shortly he was acting like himself. The running and gobbling of food stopped and he is acting like his old self. The only products that were different in his protocol are the kidney products. He is due for a few more tests but has made such improvement I expect some really good news. I had your products frequency tested for compatibility with Baby and found them to be formulated beautifully. We are fortunate to have found your site and supplements.”

We are glad to  hear that Baby is doing much better.

This is a story of hope…for both a dog and myself. After the death of my dog, Sabre, I was heartbroken. Sabre was truly the joy in my life. I knew I could never replace her but I also knew I needed a new friend and decided to adopt an older dog who needed a home.

I found a dog who was left at a local animal shelter because her family, who she lived with for 11 years, had to move and could not take her with them. She had been at the shelter for 3 months and you could tell she was truly devastated. I can only imagine the pain and confusion she was feeling. We were both suffering from a great loss and I felt we could help each other.

This old gal’s name was Hope. She came to me with hip dysplasia and various fatty tumors, lumps and warts. Just after her 12th birthday I had one of the lumps removed and it turned out to be cancer. The vet informed me the cancer had spread to her lungs and she was given two to six months to live.

That was over nine months ago and Hope is still with me. I honestly believe it is due to K9 Immunity. She seems to be feeling well and I believe she is truly happy. I have had Hope for over a year now and we still walk every day. It has been my pleasure to introduce her to a life she has never known and I believe she is enjoying it. I know the cancer will eventually take her from me but I also know the K9 Immunity has extended this enjoyable time we share. THANK YOU for such a wonderful product.

Joyce G.