Dealing with Canine Arthritis
Watch this video about Chupita, the chihuahua, and learn how FlexPet helped her with her canine arthritis in the leg. Chupita, who's 13, wasn't expected to make a recovery. She was limping and had a hard time using her back leg. Chupita's owner came across FlexPet and tried it out. To her surprise it completely stopped the limping and Chupita is enjoying life! This story ran on WUSA 9, a CBS affiliate in Washington, D.C.
Swimming for Dogs to Reduce Joint Pain
Hydrotherapy or water therapy is great way to provide a low impact exercise for your dog, with or without joint pain. For dogs with joint pain and arthritis, regular exercise like running or walking can be painful due to the amount of weight that your dog's joints must support. Exercise in a pool, a lake or the ocean can be a great alternative since the buoyancy of the water takes much of the strain off the joints that is normally caused by their body weight. Swimming can help your pet with range of motion, strengthening, endurance and general health. Exercise has ...
FlexPet Mascot Becomes a Top Salesman
To fulfill my duties as FlexPet mascot, my Mom thought I should attend the Global Pet Expo Trade Show in Orlando. Now my Dad and president of Flexcin, wasn’t too sure that this was a great idea. After some nudging from Mom and couch cuddling time from me, he gave in. So I hit the trade show circuit in February. Here’s me on my way to the show. Look at the focus and determination! So we got there and I was quite amazed how busy it was. Although, I’ve never spent much time contemplating what a trade show would be like. Tons ...
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Myths about Dog Nutrition, Obesity and Arthritis
Just as many Americans are becoming more health and weight conscious, pet owners today are becoming more mindful of what they are feeding their furry friends. They are taking note that some of the food we give our pets is contributing to an unhealthy weight gain over the years. And as they gain weight with their age, many times arthritis starts to set in. So some pet owners are looking for healthier... [Read more]
Dog Grooming Tips Can Relieve Pet Pain
Dog Grooming Tips Can Relieve Pet Pain How often do you take your dog to get pampered? Is it possible for dog grooming tips to help your furry little friend feel better and alleviate some possible joint inflammation? Not only can dog grooming be a great way to keep your dog clean, but your dog will absolutely feel relaxed and more at ease, which ultimately helps them feel better. Many experts offer... [Read more]
How Much Exercise Should You Give Your Pet?
Like people, pets need a good mix of exercise and rest so that their little bodies can grow healthy, happy and disease-free. When pets don’t get the right mix of exercise, rest, nutrition and play, their bodies breakdown and become less healthy. It really doesn’t matter what kind of dog you have, it’s important to make sure every dog gets the right amount of exercise. Just like you want your... [Read more]
Tile Floors Rank Worst Home Feature for Dogs with Arthritis
A new dog owner survey suggests certain types of homes and home features may help exacerbate arthritis in dogs. We recently surveyed 500 dog owners throughout the country to learn if certain types of homes create an atmosphere for dog arthritis. Flexcin team leaders uncovered a possible link between dogs that suffer from joint pain and arthritis and homes built a certain way or with specific features.... [Read more]
FlexPet Heads to Natural Marketplace 2010
Flexcin CEO, Tamer Elsafy, with Tiny & Tux As FlexPet’s Chief Canine Officer, I am so excited to announce that in June my dad and I will be making our way to the Natural Marketplace 2010 showcase in Las Vegas. We will demonstrate to natural food retailers just how much FlexPet with CM8 has helped me overcome joint pain and a once unbearable way of life. The event will be held at the Las Vegas... [Read more]
Fenster “Parks His Can” Thanks to FlexPet
We love to hear from our canine customers about how well FlexPet is working for them. Of course the feedback tends to come from their humans, but we think it’s important to share their stories. We recently received this glowing review from Fenster’s human, Ray. “Fenster has benefited greatly from these supplements. He had an issue with one of his rear legs, which made it difficult for him to... [Read more]
Adopting an Aging Pet
Adopting a senior pet can be just as rewarding, if not more, as bringing a puppy or kitten home from your local shelter. There are some great benefits to adopting an aging dog or cat and most health issues surrounding senior pets can be easily overcome. Recently we sat down with Mike Fry, Executive Director at Animal Ark Shelter in Minneapolis, MN for a Q&A about adopting senior pets. His shelter... [Read more]
Discussing Canine Joint Pain on the Doggie Chronicles Radio Show
Have you listened to The Doggie Chronicles radio show yet? It is a broadcast radio program geared towards dog enthusiasts and pet lovers alike. Shows include the latest canine news, in-depth interviews, product reviews, and tips from some of the industry’s leading dog experts. The host, Lisa Gorman, speaks with special guests each week for a lively look at all things dog. Recently our President,... [Read more]
Aspirin for Dogs with Arthritis Pain
Many times when our pets are in pain, we tend to turn toward medications and remedies that are familiar to us as humans. For instance, aspirin has long been a medication known to relieve minor pain. But over recent years, we’ve learned more and more about the risks involved with aspirin use and these risks relate to our canine and feline companions as well. Aspirin for dogs with arthritis pain can... [Read more]
Natural Arthritis Remedies Help Elizabeth Put Her Best Paw Forward
Everyone loves a cute, active, adorable little puppy…which means they spend very little time in shelters. But that’s not quite the case with older dogs. A senior dog can spend an extended period of time calling a shelter home because they are often overlooked by adoptive families. But there are some big benefits to adopting a senior dog and Elizabeth is here to share those with our FlexPet customers. Hi,... [Read more]
Dealing with Canine Arthritis
Watch this video about Chupita, the chihuahua, and learn how FlexPet helped her with her canine arthritis in the leg. Chupita, who’s 13, wasn’t expected to make a recovery. She was limping and had a hard time using her back leg. Chupita’s owner came across FlexPet and tried it out. To her surprise it completely stopped the limping and Chupita is enjoying life! This story ran on WUSA... [Read more]
FlexPet Featured on Pet MD’s Haute or Not
FlexPet with CM8 was just featured on Pet MD’s “Haute or Not” contest and the votes are already coming in! The pet health website is reviewing different pet products for their “New Year, New You” segment and asking people to vote for products they like. FlexPet was chosen for a premier posting and has received a favorable review for being a natural arthritis pain relief product that is safe... [Read more]
