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(NC)—Pets bring a lot of joy, love and excitement into a household. However, pets may carry infections that could be harmful to you and your child. Transmission of infection may occur through contact with pets, their feces, bites, scratches, licking of open wounds and tick/flea bites. Infants and children younger than 5 years of age as well as pregnant women have a higher risk of getting sick from pets.

“While pets such as dogs, cats and birds can transmit infection, it is unlikely that you or your child will get sick from touching these animals. Some infections caused by pets are common, such as salmonellosis, roundworm and hookworm infections, and cat scratch disease, while others like plague are rare,” says Dr. Colette Pienaar of LifeLabs.

LifeLabs conducts more than 50 million, physician-requested diagnostic tests on more than 10 million Canadians every year, so this laboratory is in a prime position to identify various health trends, including infections caused by pets.

“The best defence against transmission of infections by pets is hand washing,” Dr. Pienaar emphasizes.

Other LifeLabs tips to prevent infection in you and your child include:
• Teach children to wash their hands well with soap and running water after handling pets, their feces and pet chews.
• Supervise children younger than 5 years old while they are playing with pets.
• Keep your pet(s) healthy to ensure the health of your family, by keeping up to date with vaccinations, deworming, tick and flea control as well as regular visits to the vet.
• Teach children not to kiss or share food with their pet.
• Teach children not to play rough with their pets to prevent bites and scratches. If bitten or scratched, immediately clean the affected area with soap and water.
• Keep children away from dog and cat feces, indoors and outdoors. Litter trays should be placed where your kids do not play.
• If older children are responsible for cleaning litter boxes, teach them to wear gloves while cleaning up, and to wash their hands afterwards.
• Help your pet stay clean. Remove dirt from their paws and fur. Teach your child how to bath and groom their pet regularly.
• Keep children’s sandboxes covered and teach your children not to eat dirt so as to avoid potential contact with animal feces.

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(NC)—With an abundance of new prebiotic and probiotic products being introduced into the market, Canadian consumers are embracing these ingredients to help promote their own digestion and overall health.

As a leader in animal nutrition, P&G Pet Care, the makers of Iams and Eukanuba, has developed a special formula that includes prebiotic FOS (fructooligosaccharides), which will allow our furry family members to also benefit from a healthy digestive tract. With nearly 70 per cent of a dog’s and cat’s immune system located in the digestive tract, a healthy gut is key to strong defenses.

“Bacteria cells account for 95 per cent of overall cell life in the intestines, and the balance between the good and bad bacteria will vary for each species for a number of reasons, including age, breed, diet, geography, environment and stress – to name a few,” says Dr. Sherry Sanderson BS, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, DACVN, animal nutrition expert and associate professor, University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine. “Because of this, it’s important for pet owners to proactively maintain the levels of good bacteria. One way to do this is through specially-formulated prebiotic pet food, like Iams or Eukanuba, which also offer the essential nutrients and balanced nutrition our pets need.”

More information on pet nutrition and prebiotic pet food can be found online at www.iams.ca or www.eukanuba.ca.

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(NC)—Healthy eating is good for the entire family, even the four-legged family members. Eating a well-balanced diet should include foods that aid digestion and protect the immune system.

Pre- and probiotics provide health benefits beyond basic nutrition. But what is the difference between the two and why are they important in maintaining your pet’s overall health?

Probiotics vs Prebiotics

• Probiotics are the live beneficial bacteria that work to promote gastrointestinal health and promote a strong immune system. When the intestines contain an abundance of good bacteria, they have a competitive advantage over the bad bacteria for nutrients.

• Prebiotics, like FOS (Fructooligosaccharides), feed the good bacteria in the gut helping to decrease the non-beneficial bacteria in the digestive system.

The importance of digestive health for overall health

• Nearly 70 per cent of a dog’s and cat’s immune system is located in the digestive tract which means a healthy gut helps promote healthy defenses.

• Bacteria cells – both good and bad – account for 95 per cent of overall cell life in the intestines; if harmful bacteria start to multiply, they can attack the immune system.

• Early development of balanced microflora (species of good bacteria) is crucial in the development of a healthy immune system

• Intestinal bacteria can vary from one animal to the next and is influenced by a number of things, including host species, breed, age, diet, environment and geography.

• Incorporating foods, like Iams or Eukanuba, with the prebiotic FOS into your pet’s diet will help promote the growth of good bacteria to encourage healthy digestion, nutrient absorption and support strong immune defenses.

More information on pet nutrition and prebiotic pet food can be found online at www.iams.ca or www.eukanuba.ca.

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(NC)—It is a pet owner’s responsibility to ensure their four-legged family member receives the proper care for a long, happy and healthy life. Regular veterinary visits, exercise and lots of love are key roles in pet parenthood, but one of the most important elements in proper pet care is optimal nutrition. For both new and seasoned pet owners, keeping your animal healthy from the inside out means choosing food that has high-quality ingredients and provides balanced nutrition.

When deciding what to feed your beloved pet, Dr. Sherry Sanderson BS, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, DACVN, animal nutrition expert and associate professor, University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, recommends you look for the following items on product packaging:

• Ingredient Panel: Lists all food sources in order based on their weight, with the ingredient weighing the most being listed first. Ensure that one of the top ingredients listed is a high-quality protein.

• Feeding Guidelines: Feeding guidelines on pet food labels are a starting point for the quantity of food to feed to your pet. However, pets are individuals, so the amount of food listed may not be exactly the quantity required for your pet to maintain an ideal body weight.

• Special Ingredients: Many formulas have special ingredients that carry out specific functions. Some to look for include: the prebiotic FOS (fructooligosaccharides) – now found in Iams and Eukanuba pet foods – to promote intestinal and immune system health; L-carnitine, a fat burner used in weight loss diets; and sodium hexametaphosphate, a key ingredient in many Iams and Eukanuba dog diets that helps promote good dental health.

More information on pet nutrition and prebiotic pet food can be found online at www.iams.ca or www.eukanuba.ca.

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(NC)—Do you consider your furry friend as part of the family? If so, do you give the same careful consideration to your four-legged family member’s diet as you do to the other members of your household?

Dr. Sherry Sanderson BS, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, DACVN, animal nutrition expert and associate professor, University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, offers the following DOs and DON’Ts to keep in mind when you are planning Fluffy or Fido’s next meal.

DO look at the order of ingredients on the package and select a food that lists ananimal-based protein as one of the first ingredients. Animal proteins are more digestible than plant-based proteins and contain essential amino acids (EAA) that dogs and cats need for optimal growth and development.

DO look for a food that has the prebiotic FOS (fructooligosaccharides) – now found in Iams and Eukanuba pet foods – to help promote intestinal and immune system health.

DON’T cringe at fats. Fats are an essential part of the diet and are needed for absorption of fat-soluable vitamins A, E and K. Special types of fats also provide additional health benefits. For example, Eukanuba Puppy Formulas contain DHA which contributes to proper puppy brain development and EPA which helps reduce inflammation.

DO look for customized carbohydrate blends to best meet the energy needs of the intended life stage and lifestyle of your pet.

DO choose a food that has moderately fermentable fibres such as beet or citrus pulp, apple or tomato pomace, rice bran or pea fibre. When bacteria act on moderately fermentable fibres, they release short chain fatty acids that enhance intestinal health and nutrient absorption.

DON’T forget to read the feeding guidelines on pet food packaging as they estimate the daily quantity to feed a cat or dog. However some dogs and cats may require a different quantity of food than what is listed on the label. Consult your veterinarian if you have any questions about the amount of food you should be feeding your pet.

DO choose a food with nutrient levels appropriate to your pet’s age, breed and other health or nutritional needs.

DON’T forget the water. Water is one of the most important nutrients in a pet’s diet. Without it, a pet can become rapidly dehydrated and the body cannot transport nutrients for energy, regulate temperature or eliminate waste.

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