Your Pets:Beware of some Holiday Treats   by Robin Perdue

The holidays mean plenty of fatty treats for most people. And honestly, who can really resist all of those temptations …... candy, cookies, chocolate, egg nog, pecan pie, plus home-cooked dinners with the whole family? It is indeed a part of the spirit of the holiday season. While we might not be able to resist over-indulging ourselves, we certainly can resist over-indulging our dogs and cats. After all, most of us sneak a table treat to our animals every now and again. It is just so difficult to say no to those wanting eyes and excited look on their cute faces when they see that they are going to get a treat. This is actually a very common problem, according to holistic veternarian Dr. Jane Bicks. However, tread lightly down this road!

First of all, animals have a very short attention span or memory of contentment. In fact, their overall contentment generally lasts about long enough to swallow their last bite. Then, those wanting eyes are right back in your face again, observing each and every move that you make… wondering… anticipating...hoping and even guilting … If you give in, be ready to deal with it again and again each time you sit down for a meal.

The annoyance of a begging pet is a relatively minor irritation compared to the fact that table scraps may often lead to indigestion, upset stomach's, vomiting and even diarrhea. Pets have an extremely sensitive system. Upsetting the balance of their system's may cause them all sorts of health and wellness issues. Table scraps could also be very high in both fat and sugar, which may eventually progress to weight issues, diabetes and even hear conditions.

So then, What are the right kinds of treats for your pets? Treats that contain whole foods and natural ingredients are a superb replacement and can help keep your animal both healthy and happy.  Consider treats which work to improve the overall state of health and wellness within your pets.  There are many out there that promote dental health, assist with achy joints, are high in antioxidants, or vitamin enriched.  You may want to consider holist veternarian Dr. Jane Bicks's Gourmet Dental Treats and Antioxidant-rich Health Bars from Life's Abundance which are found at Your Pet's Life Your loved one's will love these healthy, holistic snacks.

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About the Author

Robin Perdue is an award winning pet professional who owns her own pet business in Dallas, Texas. For additional Information go to: http://www.vippets.net and: http://www.yourpetslife.com