“We believe this is incredibly
important. Unfortunately,
this designation is not always
possible to achieve. For example, our green-lipped mussel
grows only in New Zealand.
Wherever possible, we use
USA ingredients such as cornstarch glucosamine, which
is the best quality. It is more
expensive than a glucosamine
product from shellfish, which
tends to come from China,
but we believe technically and
ethically, sourcing locally is
the right thing to do wherever
possible.”—JOHN DAVIES,
president and co-founder of
Lintbells in Weston, England
“The USA ‘made’ designation means nothing to me. It
must be made and sourced
in the USA. Do your research!”—DENISE STRONG,
co-owner of Pawz On Main
in Cottonwood, Ariz.
INDUSTRY
VOICES
How important is the
USA-made designation in
the supplement or essential
oil categories?
NEW PRODUCTS
THE ESSENTIALS
When Vicki Rae Thorne, certified aromatherapist and herbalist, and owner of Earth Heart in
Dundee, Ill., began formulating essential oil remedies for pets in 1992, “there was a good deal
of skepticism about the use of ‘scent as medicine,’” she said. “That has changed, and many
products on the market now contain essential oils.”
Earth Heart recently introduced four essential-oil blends as 10-milliliter roll-ons formulated
in a liquid coconut oil base. Canine Calm is meant to relax dogs during thunderstorms,
fireworks, boarding or other unsettling times. Buzz Guard comforts during outdoor adventures.
Travel Calm is for soothing tummies, restlessness and other travel upsets. Guard Well
is formulated to tackle minor first aid needs and to support wellness after exposure to
environmental irritants or illness. The blends can be applied to the fingertips and gently
massaged into the ear flaps, chest or paws.
“Customers appreciate the
smaller size for travel,” Thorne
said. “The coconut-oil base
absorbs quickly, doesn’t stain or
leave sticky residues and has a
long shelf life.”
As with all Earth Heart
products, the roll-ons are made
in the USA using 100 percent
pure essential oils, are puppy-
friendly from 10 weeks, and are
designed to be used safely and
easily in the home, in the shelter,
in business and during travel,
Thorne said.
Waterdog Supplements
recently unveiled its Hemp Oil Silver 250-milligrams and Hemp Oil Gold 800-milligrams
products.
“We are so excited to launch these remarkable products made with organic hemp oil and
cannabinoids; [they] have no added flavors or other oils,” said Jennifer Cook, co-founder of the
Ozona, Fla.-based company.
All of the products’ raw materials are sourced and tested in the USA.
“Hemp oil is providing much-needed additional relief to pets around the world, and we are
proud to be offering such a high-quality form,” Cook said. “We strongly encourage that our
hemp oil be paired with our Active or Senior daily supplements.”
Lintbells has added a soft chew to its YuMOVE joint and mobility care and YuCALM stress
reduction lines.
“The chews are unrivaled in palatability and offer a one-a-day format,” said John Davies,
president and co-founder of Lintbells in Weston, England.
*Kynetec, Vet Trak sales data, MAT values ( 52 weeks ending July 2018)
**For full Terms & Conditions, visit us.lintbells.com/money-back us.lintbells.com/PP10
Does your dog
have stiff joints?
Try YuMOVE, the UK’s
No.1 Veterinary Joint
Supplement*, loved
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