Why I am so Big and healthy !

Meowma brought this new stuff home and...

I loved it. Wow did I want it all to myself. I did not want Sootball or Miss puff near it. So I sat there guarding it for almost an hour. I chased Miss Puff away and Sootball jumped up and chomped away... Meowma squirt me with water because I was bothering Miss Puff.. again . We all LOVE the new formula and Meowma was not all that surprised since she does work for Nutro and had been given all the new information about what was coming out.. like I know what that means.. mol all I know is that I wanted it all to myself... Just like that new Pet lizard she brought home.. gimme gimme . So long as it does not eat my food.. Meowma said he can have dog food though.. good they can give up "there" food to that thing.
She said lizard can have Max Weight Control for dogs, because it has low protein.... whew... good because us cats need a higher protein and and diffrent things in our food from those dogs... Though I do like the big Yellow one.... check them out on Dogster.. or in my Family list.
P.C.
=^^=

Meowma said Nutro has a new forumla of food;

NATURAL CHOICE(R) Cat Food Gives Finicky Felines the Ideal Nutrient Balance
Nutro Products Challenges Cat Owners to Switch to NATURAL CHOICE(R) Cat Food to See the Difference

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Nov. 2 -- Finicky cats may be a thing of the past - at least when it comes to food. Nutro Products, Inc. has just released a new formula, NATURAL CHOICE® cat food with Ideal Nutrient Balance (INB), to deliver the natural nutritional balance that cats intuitively seek from their diet.

Developed by Waltham, the World's Leading Authority On Pet Care And Nutrition®, Ideal Nutrient Balance is the perfect mix of protein, fat and carbohydrates along with essential vitamins and minerals to give cats balanced nutrition.

"Many people come to me concerned about their cat's health and diet because their cat is overweight or simply doesn't like his food. It is imperative that cats get the right balance of protein, fats and carbs from their diet in order to have the foundation for optimum health," said Director of Health and Nutrition for Nutro Products, Inc., Dr. Tiffany Bierer. "NATURAL CHOICE® cat food with INB provides this balance, which supports cats' healthy immune systems and strong bones along with other important benefits."

NUTRO® NATURAL CHOICE® cat food with INB is available at pet stores nationwide. The NATURAL CHOICE® brand includes Chicken Meal Formula Products in Kitten Original or Indoor, Adult Original or Indoor, Weight Management Original or Indoor, and Senior Original or Indoor. Oceanfish Flavored Products come in Adult Original or Indoor and Weight Management Original or Indoor.

About Nutro Products
Nutro Products, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of natural pet food products sold exclusively at pet stores. The company has been making "The World's Best Pet Food" for more than 80 years and is dedicated to quality, excellence and innovation in dog and cat nutrition offering healthful formulas for every pet's life stage, activity level and size. Nutro Products, Inc.'s family of NUTRO® brands includes MAX®, NATURAL CHOICE® and ULTRA(TM) pet food brands. The Greenies Company, a division of Nutro Products, Inc., is a global leader in pet dental chews. For more information, please visit www.nutroproducts.com.

Mom found these on Youtube

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=krJ6tvZE7Kc&feature=player_em bedded

http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=10505462 00531

Hope you like them.. That big orange cat was scary!!!
Mom said that the Girl cat with the printer would be me.. mol

Meowma got a new pet

Meowma got a new Bearded Dragon and I was so happy to sit on the tank today. The dragon thing just looks like fat lizard to me. But when he moved, I did jump.. just a bit. Mol. Meowma was watching me the whole time. Now if She would just take that top of the tank... I could get to that fat thing... Meowma said That would Not happen.
Dawn=Meowma.
When I was at PetCo working for Nutro, a Woman and I were talking and she told me she was a school teacher and had a bearded dragon and the kids were no longer interested in him. I told her I missed mine and she said if I wanted it, that I could have him. Well about 3 weeks later she came back to the store and asked if I still wanted him. Well he is a Sand Fire and is so sweet. I fell in love and what a cool pet.

Register to win free food from Nutro

This is for BOTH dogs AND CATS!! just check out the home page .
http://www.nutroproducts.com/register.html
I was looking around on the site and wow..
Good Luck too all who enter!
Dawn =^^=

Cats and dogs of Catster and Dogster

If you have a Facebook page, please check out and add Nutro Products and become a Fan!

Win FREE Natural Choice Dog Food

Nutro is now giving all dog owners a chance to win FREE Natural Choice food for life! Please check out the sweepstakes rules and fill out the needed information , for your chance to win!
Good Luck!

http://bit.ly/XKqds.
just cut and paste into your browser.
Wish it was for us cats!!! MOL

What Food Should you Feed Your Cat?

Standing in the cat food aisle at your favorite pet supply store can be a bit overwhelming. After all, there are cat foods from many different manufacturers and each one has many offerings. Which one should you choose? Is one better than the other? Which one will "Kitty" like? Can different ingredients really add up to better nutrition? Does the food that controls hairballs also strengthen the immune system? You want both benefits. Well what if you could buy a food that provided everything your cat needed in one bag? Now you can!

Everything Your Cat Needs In One Bag®
Natural Choice Complete Care provides everything your cat needs in one bag. Its natural ingredients with vitamins and minerals create a great tasting cat food that offers the optimum combination of premium ingredients and scientific research to provide complete care for your cat. It helps reduce hairballs and is formulated to reduce litter box odor, while also benefiting dental health, the digestive and immune systems, and the skin and coat of your cat. Natural Choice Complete Care represents the very best in feline nutritional solutions, improving the quality of life for your cat and you.

One Brand Can Be All Things To All Cats
At Nutro, we bring more than 80 years of experience to our Natural Choice Complete Care products. There's a formulation just right for your cat. If your cat is one who likes moist food along with dry, we are pleased to announce our recent introduction of Natural Choice Complete Care Pouches with 13 single-serve Flavor Fresh Plus™ pouches guaranteed to please your cat*. They're easy-to-open and serve, so feeding your cat these complete and balanced products is fast and easy. For the can aficionados, there are 11 great-tasting Natural Choice Complete Care formulas to choose from. Each one provides an ideal complement to Natural Choice Complete Care dry formulations.


How Do I Get Started?
Select the dry formula that's right for your cat using the product selector above. Purchase the product from your favorite pet supply store. Be sure to pick up some pouches or cans to give your cat a taste treat! Introduce Natural Choice Complete Care dry food to your cat by blending it with the brand she is currently eating. Follow the Feeding Guidelines found on the package so that during a 6 day period you begin to feed more Complete Care and less of the food your cat is currently eating. Apply this same technique when introducing pouches or cans to your cat's diet. This gradual change will help your cat adjust to her new food, minimizing dietary upset.

What Should I Expect?
Your cat will love Natural Choice Complete Care. We guarantee it!* During the next several months you will begin to notice that your cat is shedding less. As a result of less shedding, you will find fewer hairballs. Your cat's coat will become more soft and shiny. The litter box odor will become less offensive. Your cat's teeth will gradually become cleaner and that also means fresher breath. Natural Choice Complete Care is 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed*. Buy a bag today!
Taken from our Web site at ;
http://www.nutroproducts.com/ncccmore.shtml

If anyone has any questions, please ask,

Peace,
P.C. and Family

Cant a cat have fun...?

The other night I was playing and it was about 11:00 pm. Meowma knew I was playing in her bedroom but she did not come look to see what I was playing with.. Yellow the big dog told on me. He kept walking back and forth between me and Mom. Well She came to see what I was doing. Wellllll MOL. she saw what I was playing with and shooed me away :( I had brought in a med. sized RAT!!! I was just playing with it.. It is not my fault I killed it... Mom promptly took my toy away. Dang dog.. he eats all the other toys we have, so I bring in my own and it gets taken away. Mom said she will get other toys for us, ones with out the dog around. Like the Squeak and Play sound toy..

FDA: 'No Investigation into NUTRO Pet Food'

Just wanted to get some facts straight about the information being posted on consumer affairs as well as answer some questions being asked!
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Question: Are NUTRO® products safe?

Answer: Yes. All NUTRO® products are safe and conform to the standards set by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the U.S Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO).
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Question: Why are NUTRO® quality assurance & recall facts being addressed?

Answer: We have received recent isolated reports of inaccurate information posted online regarding the quality and safety of NUTRO® pet foods products. Many blogs and Internet sites can be a repository for misinformation and hearsay regarding many topics.
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Question: What measures does Nutro™ undertake to ensure the safety of its products?

Answer: NUTRO® products undergo rigorous quality assurance testing beginning with raw ingredients and ending with testing finished products. This includes testing to confirm that no melamine, mold toxins, or pathogenic bacteria are detected in any NUTRO® pet foods.

While consumer concerns about NUTRO® product quality are rare, we take every complaint seriously. When we learn of an issue, we work with consumers to obtain information and request that samples of any product in question be submitted for testing at an independent facility. An in-depth review is performed to determine if an issue does exist.
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Question: Are the examples found on ConsumerAffairs.com of dogs eating NUTRO® products and experience health issues true?

Answer: Thank you for your interest in getting Nutro Products quality assurance & recall facts. ConsumerAffairs.com is a self-described “independent Web-based consumer news and resource center,” not affiliated with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission or Consumer Reports.

ConsumerAffairs.com posted an August 6 update to their June 23 posting regarding Nutro pet foods. The most notable information in the posting, and the subject of its title, "Expert Finds Unexplained Pet Deaths 'Not Consistent,'" are the findings of Dr. Steven Hansen, a veterinary toxicologist at the ASPCA. Dr. Hansen conducted an in-depth review of the complaints against Nutro Products and concluded that the complaints appear to be random, non-pet food related health issues.

Every NUTRO® product that was analyzed in relation to the June 23 posting on ConsumerAffairs.com has been shown to be safe. It should be noted that in some of these cases, outside sources have provided clear verification that NUTRO® products were NOT the cause of any pet health issues. In others, Nutro Products has taken active steps to address pet owners' concerns and determine the cause of pet health issues. We've either spoken with or left multiple messages for all of the consumers cited in the June 23 posting. Our findings agree with Dr. Hansen’s; there is nothing that indicates that these pet health issues were caused by NUTRO® pet foods.

There are other elements to the August 6, 2008 Consumer Affairs’ post which, as with previous postings on the site, attempt to raise doubt concerning the safety of NUTRO® products. While consumer concerns about NUTRO® product quality are rare, we take every complaint seriously. When we learn of an issue we work with consumers to obtain information and request that samples of any product in question be submitted for testing at an independent facility. An in-depth review is performed to determine if an issue does exist. Consumers with questions or concerns about NUTRO® products are encouraged to contact our Consumer Services Department at 1-800-833-5330.

All of our products are safe and conform to the standards set by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the U.S Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO). NUTRO® products undergo rigorous quality assurance testing beginning with raw ingredients and ending with testing finished products. This includes testing to confirm that no melamine, mold toxins, or pathogenic bacteria are detected in any NUTRO® pet foods.
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Question: Are the claims made on ConsumerAffairs.com about a NUTRO® FDA investigation and dogs eating Nutro and experiencing health issues true?

Answer: On April 20, ConsumerAffairs.com posted a story claiming that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has an ongoing investigation into NUTRO® pet food. This is not true. We have confirmed with the FDA’s division responsible for regulating pet food, the Center for Veterinary Medicine, that there is no current or ongoing investigation of Nutro Products, Inc.

We want to assure our consumers, associates, retailers, and all those who feed NUTRO® products to their pets that our products are safe and conform to the standards set by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the U.S Department of Agriculture and the Association of American Feed Control Officials. All NUTRO® products undergo rigorous quality assurance testing beginning with raw ingredients and ending with testing finished products. This includes testing to confirm that no melamine, mold toxins, or pathogenic bacteria are detected in any NUTRO® pet foods.

For the past year, ConsumerAffairs.com, an “independent Web-based consumer news and resource center,” not affiliated with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission or Consumer Reports, has been selectively posting consumer complaints and authoring its own statements that draw false links between isolated instances of illness and death among pets, and the consumption of NUTRO® pet food products.

In February of 2009, a ConsumerAffairs.com posting alleged that a class action lawsuit against Nutro Products in relation to pet health issues was being researched by a law firm. We have not received notification of a class action lawsuit against Nutro Products.

In June of 2008, ConsumerAffairs.com falsely claimed that NUTRO® pet foods may have been the cause of pet health issues in a number of specific cases. In an August 2008 update to that posting, ConsumerAffairs.com reported that ASCPA veterinary toxicologist, Dr. Steven Hansen, concluded after an in depth review that the complaints appear to be random, non-pet food related health issues.

While consumer concerns about NUTRO® product quality are rare, we take every complaint seriously. When we learn of an issue, we work with consumers to obtain information and request that samples of any product in question be submitted for testing at an independent facility. An in-depth review is performed to determine if an issue does exist. Consumers with questions or concerns about NUTRO® products are encouraged to contact our Consumer Services Department at 1-800-833-5330.

Nutro Products, Inc. remains committed to the quality, safety and performance of all our pet food brands. As we have for over 80 years, we strive to deliver the finest natural products to our customers and their pets.
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Hope this gets the facts straight! Nutro is not being investigated by the FDA & is tested for quality assurance to assure that is safe for you and your pet!


http://www.wxyz.com/news/local/story/FDA-No-Invest igation-into-NUTRO-Pet-Food/hOoE48nKOkORqDNodwN3EQ.cspx

Nutro is Safe for all!

http://www.wxyz.com/news/local/story/FDA-No-Investigation-in to-NUTRO-Pet-Food/hOoE48nKOkORqDNodwN3EQ.cspx

FDA: 'No Investigation into NUTRO Pet Food'

Last Update: 6:59 pm
(WXYZ) - There has been a lot of web buzz about an article posted on Consumer Affairs' web site regarding the safety of Nutro Pet Food. Action News has talked with the Food and Drug Administration and they insist there is no "investigation" underway.

An FDA spokesperson says, "Normally, we do not confirm or deny the existence of an investigation. In this situation, though, it's unfair to the company to leave the implication out there, so I want to state that there is NO INVESTIGATION currently underway into NUTRO products."

Rumors that the food was making pets sick quickly circulated on the internet because of the report, but Nutro is assuring consumers that their pet food is safe.

NUTRO also released this statement to concerned consumers:

On April 20, ConsumerAffairs.com posted a story claiming that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has an ongoing investigation into NUTRO® pet food. This is not true. We have confirmed with the FDA’s division responsible for regulating pet food, the Center for Veterinary Medicine, that there is no current or ongoing investigation of Nutro Products, Inc.

We want to assure our consumers, associates, retailers, and all those who feed NUTRO® products to their pets that our products are safe and conform to the standards set by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the U.S Department of Agriculture and the Association of American Feed Control Officials. All NUTRO® products undergo rigorous quality assurance testing beginning with raw ingredients and ending with testing finished products. This includes testing to confirm that no melamine, mold toxins, or pathogenic bacteria are detected in any NUTRO® pet foods.

vitamins and minerals (Tks my Pal Maverick on Dogster)

Ok, so I promised Mom I would talk about vitamins & minerals for her! She mainly just wants me to tell you about how Nutro has all the essential Vitamins & Minerals added to their food to keep you healthy and full of energy! I have been reading a lot about Vitamin K so I though I would concentrate on that! Here is some good info that gets all the facts straight!


Nutro provides higher than normal levels of required vitamins and minerals, and some nutrients that are not required, as a form of nutritional insurance. Vitamin K is not required, but is added for this reason. We supplement all of our dry foods with a synthetic vitamin K (menadione). This is non-essential for dogs, and only needs to be
added to cat diets that contain very high levels of fish. Even though it is unnecessary, we supplement with vitamin K because it is our philosophy to exceed the minimum nutrient requirements.

Although menadione is approved for use in animal feed, the FDA does not allow its use in human supplements. There are some reports on the toxic effects of high levels of menadione intake. As a result, menadione is receiving bad press. There is a current internet report (from Germany) regarding the potential dangers of menadione.
There is a “natural” source of vitamin K activity (not menadione) that could be used. The negative associated with this is that it is not nearly as potent or bioavailable as the menadione form. Based on this, Nutro decided to use menadione.

Nutro uses menadione because it is effective, it is approved for animal feeds (in fact it is recommended by NRC) and it is not toxic or dangerous at our levels.

In 1985, the National Research Council Subcommittee on Dog Nutrition reviewed the potential toxicity of menadione or Vitamin K at high dosage levels, but recommended menadione supplementation for canine adult maintenance

Unlike the other fat-soluble vitamins, vitamin K is not stored in any significant quantity in the liver; therefore toxic levels are rarely achieved. Synthetic vitamin K (menadione) has double the potency of natural vitamin K on a perweight basis, resulting in a narrower margin of therapeutic safety. Because menadione is toxic at excessive dosages, the Food and Drug Administration has banned its use as an
over-the-counter supplement.



So, just remember moderation is key! Lots of things can be dangerous! If you drink to much water it can be fatal just as if you take to much of any kind of vitamins! So Menadione is not bad, it is only bad if it is consumed in high quantities just as anything!

I hope that sets the record straight!

ingredients & the benefits (Tks Maverick on Dogster)

April 14th 2009 11:33 pm [link to this entry]

Mom wants to make sure you know about the benefits of certain ingredients so here they are!
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Just a few ingredients & the benefits they give to your pet!

Chicken Meal:
Parts of chicken with most water and fat removed, High Quality protein for muscle development! Contains NO chicken heads, feet or intestines.

Chicken: Fresh chicken with No heads, feet, or intestines. High quality protein for muscle development.

Dried Egg Product:
Easily digested protein, excellent amino acid profile!

Rice:
High quality source of carbohydrates, protein, and fiber. Rice is the most easily digested grain, and least likely to cause food intolerances.

Oatmeal:
Good source of carbohydrate energy-rich in B vitamins and dietary fiber.

Corn Gluten Meal:
NOT Ground Corn. The inner kernel of corn-the protein portion of corn. Rich in sulfur amino acids.

Pea Protein:
A good source of protein and amino acids.

Potato Protein:
Concentrated source of highly digestible protein with premium quality carbohydrate.

Alfalfa Meal:
A natural source of chlorophyll for fresh breath and dental health!

Cranberry Powder:
Natural source of great tasting vitamin C; source of antioxidants!

Direct Fed Microbial:
Good bacteria for the digestive tract. Helps with sensitive stomachs and immune system.

Dried Beet Pulp:
Fiber source, helps provide firm stools!

Flax Seed:
Source of Omega-3 ALA

Garlic:
Contains antioxidants and tastes great!

Kelp:
Excellent source of minerals and essential iodine!

Tomato Pomace:
Source of Lycopene. Antioxidant helps fight the effects of aging.

Fish Oil:
Source of Omega-3 DHA for central nervous system development.

Sunflower Oil:
High in Omega-6 linoleic acid. Great for skin & coat.

Soybean Oil:
Source of Omega-3 ALA & omega 6 linoleic fatty acids.

Poultry Fat:
Chicken, Turkey, & Duck Fat. Source of Omega-6 linoleic acid for Skin & Coat!

Mixed Tocopherols:
Source of Vitamin E which is a natural preservative.

Vitamin E:
Essential vitamin & a major antioxidant!

Chelated Minerals:
Facilitates mineral absorption into the intestines.

Glucosamine & Chondroitin:
Building blocks for healthy joints!

L-Carnitine:
Aids the metabolism to burn fat efficiently!

Zinc:
Important mineral for skin & coat, immune system, and metabolism!

Taurine:
Heart health & antioxidant!

Antioxidants:
Enhance immune system function and fight the effects of aging!