Unlocking the Future of Pet Nutrition: Plant-Based Solutions for Ultimate Pet Wellbeing

Are your dogs allergic to meat? Do they suffer from itchy skin or have issues with digestion, joint pain, anxiety, or oral health? If you're facing these challenges with your furry companions, it may be time to consider a plant-based diet for them.

 

Currently, somewhere around 10% of dogs worldwide are offered plant-based food at least as a component of their daily diet, and this number is growing daily. What’s the deal with plant-based foods, and why would I feed my dog a plant-based diet? There are many reasons more and more pet parents are turning to plant-based diets to provide complete and balanced nutrition for their dog.

Hypoallergenic diet option for dogs

Many dogs suffer from allergies and sensitivities to common meat-based ingredients, which could cause them itchy skin or many other health issues. By switching to a plant-based diet, you can provide your pets with hypoallergenic nutrition that eliminates potential allergens such as animal proteins. Complete and balanced plant-based diets meet all the same nutritional recommendations as meat-containing ones, yet they are also rich in beneficial antioxidants and natural anti-inflammatories, gut-healthy fiber and immune-boosting compounds. A plant-based diet can be a great option to maintain or even improve health for many dogs.

Digestive Harmony: Nourishing Your Dog's Gut

Plant-based diet options, such as Vivus Pets, offer sustainable and plant-based EPA and DHA from algae oil and organic turmeric, which have beneficial systemic anti-inflammatory effects, especially within the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Additionally, prebiotics and probiotics fibers found in many green-grown ingredients aid digestion, and enzyme co-Q10 provides symbiotic support of gut health. With omega-3 EPA and DHA from algae oil or many other plant-based oil providing anti-inflammatory effects, a properly-designed plant-powered diet ensures a smooth digestive process while avoiding common canine allergens like animal proteins, corn, wheat, and soy.

Gastrointestinal Support Supplement chews aid digestion with prebiotics, probiotics, and systemic anti-inflammatory effects.

• Prebiotics and probiotics aid digestion
• Enzyme co-Q10 for symbiotic support of gut health
• Omega 3 EPA + DHA anti-inflammatory effect

"My dog is allergic to all animal protein so it's great to finally find a vegan supplement that she likes!" - Happy customer, Heather P.

Alleviating Pain with Plant-Based Joint Support

If your furry companion is experiencing joint pain, try natural, plant-based supplementations that contain the powerful ingredients, green grown glucosamine, and green grown chondroitin. These potent compounds work together to provide excellent support for joint cartilage and deliver anti-inflammatory effects. By incorporating these key ingredients into your dog's diet, it helps alleviate joint pain and discomfort, great for dogs with degenerative joint diseases, arthritis, or any joint-related issues. With improved mobility and enhanced joint health, your canine companion can lead a happier and more active life.

 

Joint and Mobility Support Supplement contain natural ingredients like glucosamine, chondroitin, and omega-3 fatty acids, supporting joint and cartilage health while providing anti-inflammatory effects.

• Omega 3 EPA+DHA provide anti-inflammatory joint support
• Glucosamine and chondroitin promote joint and cartilage health
• Support joint and hip mobility
• Joint pain relief

"A lot of other glucosamine supplements don't include a meaningful amount of the more expensive chondroitin ingredient, which is essential in an effective joint formula. These do and also are plant-based, which is a nice bonus since I am a whole-food vegan." - Happy customer, Kelly N.

 

Embracing Serenity with Plant-Based Anxiety Relief

A calm, happy and healthy pet is all pet parent's top priority. If you pet is experience separation anxiety, noise phobia, or hyperactivity, try plant-based supplementations that are crafted with extracts from Magnolia officinalis and Phellodendron amurense plants, known for their stress and anxiety-alleviating properties. These plant-powered nutrients not only reduces fear-related behaviors such as excessive barking and panting, but also promotes mental focus, relaxation, and calmness. 

Calming Support Supplement chews help alleviate stress, anxiety, and nervousness, promoting relaxation and mental focus.

• Alleviate physiological signs of stress, anxiety and nervousness 
• Help reduce fear-related behaviors such as excessive barking and panting
• Improve mental focus for training
• Promote relaxation and calmness

"These are soft tablets and easy to chew. So my senior shiba inu can easily take the supplements every day. My dog is very sensitive and barks when people walk pass our door. This supplement is just perfect for him." - Happy customer, Oscar T.

 

Fresh Breath, Happy Smile

Your dog's oral health plays a crucial role in their overall well-being, and a plant-based diet can be the key to unlocking a bright smile. Look for natural dental chews with natural zeolites and enzymes. These plant-powered ingredients help to clean your furry friend's teeth effectively. Green tea extract and kelp works wonders in preventing plaque and tartar buildup, ensuring healthier teeth and gums. With the power of plants, your pup can enjoy healthier, happier teeth and a radiant smile!

Fresh Breath Dental Chews provide anti-bacterial effects, reducing plaque-forming bacteria and promoting fresh breath.

• Anti-bacterial effect to reduce plaque-forming bacteria on tooth surfaces
• Help reduce plaque and calculus accumulation 
• Fresh breath support
• Antioxidant support
• Soft and gentle chewy sticks perfect for sensitive mouths

"My two little dogs love these dental sticks. I give them half a stick each before bed and their breath is so fresh in the morning. It is low calorie so perfect for my two babies." - Happy customer, Krista

Your Solutions for Pet's Health Issues

Vivus Pets' product lineup includes a range of innovative solutions to address specific health problems in dogs. Whether it's bad breath, joint pain, reactivity, or a sensitive stomach, their plant-based products are designed to support your pet's overall well-being. To make your dog's diet even better, try enhancing flavor and nutrients with Vivus Pets' Treats. 

High Value Protein Treats offer a delicious and nutritious reward option for your furry friends.

• Complete Amino Acid profile
• High in dietary fiber
• Omega 3 EPA and DHA to promote heart, kidney, joint and skin health
• Tasty plant based bacon, chick'n or assorted veggies flavour

"My dogs LOVE all of the treats. They did not turn a single one down. My Australian Shepard mix is sometimes picky." - Happy customer, Brianna

What are the bonuses of switching to a plant-based diet?

Less harm to other animals

One of the major bonuses for feeding a plant-based diet to our pets is to reduce harm to other animals. Concern for the rights and welfare of farmed animals was the number one reason listed by feeders of plant-based diets for making the shift to an animal-free food for their pet. By switching to a plant-based diet, pet parents can feel comfortable with the knowledge that they are not contributing to industrial animal agriculture. 

Environmental sustainability

Another compelling reason to make the plant-based shift is for environmental sustainability. Animal agriculture is one of the driving factors of our current climate crisis, and it has been estimated that in the USA alone, dogs and cats constitute about a third of the environmental impact of animal production of the entire country. A plant-based diet, in comparison, has a far lower environmental footprint and can help reduce our impact on the world around us.