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What can dog owners do to check that that their pet is eating a
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Does
nutrition impact pet behaviour?
Generally speaking, pets who have inadequate diets are often listless, irritable
and show physical signs of malnourishment such as a dull coat and eyes, skin
problems and are more prone to sickness.
It is well-known that additives, like sugar, that are contained in many well-known
pet food brands, have a direct impact on the behaviour of animals in a similar
way to that which is experienced in humans.
Behaviours exhibited typically include a period of hyperactivity shortly after
ingesting the sugar-laden food - the "sugar high" followed by lethargy - the
"sugar slump".
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What
behaviours are attributable to pet nutrition?
Although some dog breeds have a greater propensity for aggressive behaviour,
responsible pet ownership plays a very important role in creating optimum conditions
to develop a happy, healthy, socially well-adjusted animal.
A dog that is exclusively fed with pet food brands that are high in sugars,
additives and other preservatives will experience hyperactivity. A less-than-optimum
diet, coupled with a lack of adequate exercise, that is, at least 4 hours walking
a day, will create a situation in which the animal is unable to expend excess
energy and will become frustrated. This is the circumstance in which aggressive
behaviour is likely to be exhibited.
Responsible pet ownership includes providing proper nutrition, training, exercise,
love and socialisation, health care and general maintenance. All these factors
will positively impact on the behaviour of your dog.
A well-balanced diet, including foods that are as close to natural as possible
with minimal additives is one of the ways to help your pet live a happy and
healthy life in harmony with its human family.
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What
can dog owners do to check that that their pet is eating a healthy diet?
Owners can prepare foods for their pets themselves by following the correct
meat and vegetable ratios. Or they can look for brands that are free from food
additives or check with your vet for the best pet food varieties.
This is the best way to ensure that your pet is receiving the correct nutritional
requirements by choosing brands that are free from behavioural altering additives
and support commercially prepared brands by adding 1/3 to 1/2 raw vegetable
content at every meal.
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Ecopet rolls are available in two sizes 1kg and 2.5kg. They are suitable for dogs AND cats and there are nine healthy choices:
Chicken:
Chicken & Vegetable
Chicken & Vegetable with Cheese
Chicken & Vegetable with Peanuts
Chicken & Vegetable with Fish
Chicken & Rice
Lamb:
Lamb & Vegetable
Lamb & Rice
Beef:
Beef & Vegetable
Beef & Rice
Select any of the food groups at the top of the page for more information.
Ecopet is a natural product with no added preservatives, chemicals, colours, sugars, thickeners or emulsifiers. To find out more about what's in Ecopet and the benefits for your pet click on What is Ecopet.
Because Ecopet is concentrated goodness you need to feed your pet much less that most other pet foods. For a simple chart to guide you click on How Much.
To compare how cost effective Ecopet is with several of the leading brands click on Cost Comparison for a simple table that will show you how much you will save. Your pet will be eating highly nutritious food and it will save you money.
Pet Health Food Products, the makers of Ecopet, specialise in manufacturing products of unique formulations for Australian pets. It is our company philosophy to produce a diet as close to natural as possible, with minimal processing, in a form convenient to the user.
Pet Health Food Products has been manufacturing quality pet foods for over a decade. Throughout Australia, strong sales growth indicate pet owners are recognising the advantages of feeding their pets a natural, highly nutritious diet, free from preservatives or chemical additives.
It is our belief a good diet and regular exercise are the basis for a long and healthy life and if our products help to enhance that, then we will have achieved our company goal.
Ecopet is a Natural Product:
* No Added Preservatives
* No added Chemicals
* No added Colours
* No added Sugars
* No added Thickeners
* No added Emulsifiers
Benefits
Herbal anti-allergy additive. (Fenugreek)
Herbal aid to digestion. (Anise)
Help with skin problems - eczema. (No additives)
Help with intestinal problems. (Anise)
Natural wormer. (Garlic)
Help with flatulence. (Anise, garlic, no additives)
Veterinary recommendation and usage.
Reduces breath problems. (Excluding teeth problems)
Firmer stools - easier to clean up
High energy yield per kilo - feed less
Product analysis (As supplied by National analytical Laboratories Pty Ltd)
Ecopet rolls per 100gms:
Protein - 16.1gms
Fat - 8.4gms
Fibre - 0.7 gms
Moisture - 59.8 gms
Calcium - 1.37 gms
Carbohydrate - 3.9 gms
Gross energy MJ/kg - 14.8
Kilo calories/100 gm - 211
Ecopet will save you money
(check Cost Comparison in the Your Pet section)
Ecopet rolls and dry dog food are sold through pet food suppliers and select independent supermarkets in Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and South Australia.
To find your nearest outlet, click here to email us. Please ensure you include your suburb and State in you email. We will reply with an email that gives you your closest Ecopet stockist.
Alternatively phone us on
1800 659 940 during office hours and we'll be happy to provide information on
where you can buy Ecopet products.
If you would like more information on Ecopet products please contact us. We are constantly developing our web site and welcome feedback on it. Please email or phone us.
Pet Health Food Products
Pty Ltd t/a Ecopet
17 Amberley Crescent, Dandenong 3175 Victoria Australia
Email: info@ecopet.com.au
Toll Free: 1800 659 940
Phone: +61 3 97921505. Fax: +61 3 97945181
Ross Robinson: Mobile: 0412 112 466