We know how important it is to choose the right diet for our companion animals. And it’s hard to replace a great diet like Nestlé’s Pet Promise*. We hope you will consider Halo.

• Only pure protein sources – real meats including chicken, beef, salmon, lamb and turkey.
• All meat raised on U.S. farms and ranches (except salmon, which is caught wild).
• NO chicken meal or other rendered or recycled meats.
  

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Dr. Spector’s recommendations to replace your specific Pet Promise* food

Advice from Dr. Donna Spector, DVM

Halo Product Review

Halo, Purely for Pets offers many outstanding natural, holistic pet care products for dogs and cats with the following health benefits:

• High quality natural pet food that contains no synthetic chemicals, artificial colors or preservatives and never contains rendered meats (such as "chicken meal" or "lamb meal") or inferior by-products that are considered "unfit for human consumption". The right food can help eliminate problems with allergies, intestinal problems, obesity, diabetes and other food-related diseases.
• Halo's healthful treats are designed to be low in carbohydrates and high in protein. Halo treats have no artificial colors, preservatives or inferior ingredients that may cause adverse reactions. Halo's treat line allows pet owners to make health-conscious choices that will help their pets avoid weight gain and obesity, while getting great tasting treats! Some of our treats also have functional benefits such as fatty acids and antioxidants.
• Natural herbal eye and ear washes for routine pet health maintenance. These washes contain natural botanicals and extracts and avoid harsh chemicals and ingredients that may be irritating to these delicate tissues.
• Natural grooming products such as hypoallergenic shampoo, herbal dip and healing salve nourish pets' skin and coat and don't strip natural oils.
• Numerous supplements that allow pets to reach optimal health levels. Halo's complete supplement line includes an essential fatty acid supplement (Dream Coat), a complete Vitamin Mineral Mix and a "live" Daily Greens supplement that are wonderful complements to Halo's natural food line. A glucosamine-chondroitin supplement and Vitamin C supplement are also available.

The Importance (Health and Safety) of Pure Proteins and Domestic Sourcing makes Halo a Perfect Choice for the *Pet Promise Consumer

Every day we become increasingly aware that harmful dietary preservatives and synthetic chemicals pose significant health hazards and can negatively affect our overall well-being. The same holds true for our pets. Halo encourages the adoption of a healthful natural diet and holistic lifestyle for all pets. Halo uses only pure proteins and domestic sourcing in order to offer a safe and superior nutritional product.

Halo's ingredients distinguish us from most other pet food products. As a *Pet Promise customer, you will be happy to learn that Halo's philosophy on meat protein and the use of meat "meal" is the same. All Halo products contain only real whole flesh meats as the sole source of meat protein. As meat "meals" are considered unsafe and therefore unfit for human consumption, Halo chooses to exclude these inferior protein sources. Further, Halo makes healthy carbohydrate choices for pets by using whole grains such as barley and oats and vegetables like sweet potatoes. These carbohydrates are nutrient dense because they supply energy as well as high levels of fiber for digestive health and high levels of vitamins and minerals for overall health. Halo avoids the use of fillers like corn and white rice which are carbohydrates that may raise blood sugar levels rapidly and create hormonal signals that have negative long term effects on metabolism and weight gain. Halo avoids the use of synthetic chemicals, preservatives and colorings to reduce the risk of adverse reactions. By using only high quality pure proteins and natural ingredients, Halo also has no need to use synthetic additives for flavors, resulting in a much healthier product.

Halo has answered the demand of pet owners who are seeking a holistic, natural, complete and balanced diet which provides wholesome, high-quality ingredients and pure proteins that may help their pet stay healthy and live longer.

Top 10 Secrets to Aging Gracefully, by Dr. Donna Spector

The key to helping pet's live longer and healthier lives is early recognition of problems that come naturally with aging. Follow these guidelines to help your pet make the most of their Golden Years.

1. Become informed about the common aging changes and medical conditions affecting older pets and the options for therapy. Notify your vet immediately if your senior pet starts exhibiting any new or concerning symptoms of illness or degeneration.
2. Find an excellent veterinarian. It is advisable for older pets to visit their veterinarian every six months. This helps your vet detect problems early and devise the best treatment plan for your pet. Consider incorporating holistic or alternative medicine techniques into your older pet's routine. Many pets with arthritis or chronic digestive disturbances will benefit from acupuncture. Visit www.ahvma.org to find a holistic veterinarian near you.
3. Provide your older pet the healthiest and most nutritious food you can. Select a natural pet food that does not contain synthetic chemicals, inferior by-products or rendered meats. These ingredients should be avoided as they may be more difficult for your older pet to digest or contribute to adverse food reactions. If you are considering making your pets food, work with your veterinarian or veterinary nutritionist to insure you are creating a complete and balanced diet.

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Pet Food, What You Need to Know for Your Pet’s Sake

What is really in pet food? The pictures presented on cans and bags of pet food conjure up images of a chef cooking divine meals of wholesome cuts of meat and vegetables for our beloved pets. Although this is a lovely idea, it is rarely the case. When animals are slaughtered for food production, the lean muscle is cut off for human consumption. The remaining carcass (bones, organs, blood, beaks, etc) is what goes into pet food, commonly known as "by-products", "meal", "by-product meal", or the like. Read on if you are not faint of heart.

In addition to the carcasses described above, other "leftovers" from the human food industry (restaurant grease, out-of-date supermarket meat, etc) and "4D" livestock animals (dead, dying, diseased, disabled) may also be found in pet food through a process called rendering. Rendering is defined as "an industrial process of extraction by melting that converts waste animal tissue into usable materials". In other words, rendering involves placing livestock carcasses and possibly "leftovers" into huge vats, grinding it up and cooking it for several hours. Rendering separates fat, removes water, and kills bacteria, viruses, parasites and other infectious organisms. The fat that is separated becomes "animal fat" that goes into pet food (for example, chicken fat, beef fat, etc). The remaining dried protein solids become "meal" or meat "by-product meal" for addition to pet food. Read on for some additional disturbing definitions:

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Donna Spector, DVM, DACVIM, is a board-certified veterinary internist who has practiced at several leading institutions, including the Animal Medical Center and Fifth Avenue Veterinary Specialists in New York City and the University of California, Davis.

Dr. Spector completed her bachelor’s and doctoral degrees in Veterinary Medicine at Michigan State University. A member of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association (AHVMA), Dr. Spector has written and lectured extensively on topics including nutrition, diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, kidney failure and respiratory disease.

Dr. Spector is widely recognized for her role as consulting veterinarian to HALO, Purely for Pets, her TV appearance with Ellen DeGeneres, and her widely-quoted advice in print and on radio. She currently works in Chicago, IL performing independent, clinical, internal medicine consultations.

*Pet Promise is a registered trademark of Société des Produits Nestlé S.A., Vevey, Switzerland. Halo Purely for Pets is not associated with Nestle in any manner.