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To address health in America, we need to address the food business. And that goes for you and your dog.

After President Obama’s speech earlier this week, the verdict is is:  healthcare and the economy are the biggests topics in America.  In fact, Gallup even agrees.  Of course, the two topics go together.

That, in part, is why we were so interested to see this recent opinion column.

The point of the article is that much, if not most, of the increasing spending on healthcare in America can be attributed to problems related to diet.  Three-quarters of health care spending now goes to treat “preventable chronic diseases.”  Not all of these diseases are linked to diet — there’s smoking, for instance — but many, if not most, of them are.  The authors point out how difficult improving our diet can be because of the foods we have access to.

The article calls for fundamental reform in the way we approach the food industry on the government level.  “To put it more bluntly, the government is putting itself in the uncomfortable position of subsidizing both the costs of treating Type 2 diabetes and the consumption of high-fructose corn syrup.”

We believe that there is plenty of room for debate about the role that agribusiness plays in the formation of the American diet.  But we also believe people want to do the right thing, both for themselves and their pets.  And there’s a lot you can do yourself.  It’s a question of awareness.

That’s why we are always working to get the word out about the benefits of wholesome and delicious real foods.  As the old saying goes, “let food be thy medicine.” That’s always been the philosophy behind Dog-Wa.

And we’re really excited about the new products we’re developing.  We plan to unveil the first of our new products within the next few months.  This product is going to be the most complete treatment for chronic dog digestive problems that we’ve ever seen.  Enzymes, prebiotics, botanicals and nutrients will provide wholesome, natural, total support for dogs in a form that is both delicious and effective.

Check our website and our blog for announcements in the near future!

Add comment September 11, 2009

Dog-Wa featured in Animal Wellness Magazine

Check out the article Animal Wellness Magazine wrote about Dog-Wa and our company in their June/July 2009 issue.

The issue is scheduled to hit newsstands May 25, 2009.

Once the issue drops, Animal Wellness will go live with a digital version on their website.

We’ll update this post with excerpts once the digital site goes live.

Many thanks to Animal Wellness Magazine. We’re delighted to be recognized by a publication with such a long-standing history of excellence in animal health and well-being.

Add comment May 27, 2009

Thanks to Pet Product News for featuring Dog-Wa in April’s Issue: “Beverage Boost”

Here are some excerpts from a feature story Pet Product News wrote about dog drinks as specialty items that appeal to health-conscious dog owners:

As the summer months approach and temperatures begin to climb, dog owners become increasingly conscious of heatstroke, dehydration, and similar health concerns. With bottled-water sales continually on the rise among humans, it should come as no surprise that dog beverage products are steadily emerging in the pet-retail marketplace.

From vitamin-filled bottles to dissolvable water supplements to dog beers, liquid concoctions for canines come in a number of guises, yet they all share the same purpose: quickly and easily delivering nutrients in pure and filtered water to dogs.

Water Supplements
Concentrates, tablets, and other supplements owners can mix and dissolve in a dog’s water bowl are alternatives to prepackaged liquids. They offer dog owners a way to improve their dogs’ existing water source, whether at home or in a different environment.

Matt Israel, co-founder of Las Vegas-based DOG-WA, a manufacturer of a liquid concentrate for dogs, says plant-based nutrients are appealing to consumers who seek a new and natural way to boost their dogs’ health.

“There’s a growing recognition that liquids have superior absorption,” he says. “Good things in liquids are something that can be assimilated rapidly and completely.”

At The Big Bad Woof in Washington, DC, store owner Julie Paez reports that water supplements, such as Dog-Wa, are easy ways to get holistic nutrients into a dog’s system. She says she stocks it for customers who want to naturally settle a dog’s stomach, instead of their dogs eating grass for leafy nutrition.

“We have it here for people who might be wondering why their dogs are eating a lot of grass,” she explains.

The convenience of adding a boost to a dog’s normal water is a bonus for customers who won’t splurge on specialty dog beverages.

The excerpts above were written by Angela Pham and are copyright Pet Product News. The article appears in the April 2009. Thanks to Pet Product News for selecting Dog-Wa for the story!

Add comment April 24, 2009

Fido Friendly Magazine names Dog-Wa among “BEST OF: Top 100 Products For 2009″!

We are proud to announce that Dog-Wa has been honored by the editors of Fido Friendly Magazine as one of their Best Of:  Top 100 Products of 2009!

Best Of...Our Eighth Year BEST OF: Top 100 Products for 2009
BEST OF… Fashion Fever, Lifestyles, Wellness, Travel Gear, Hot Hotels, Green Goods

Fido Friendly magazine is celebrating its eighth anniversary and as a special gift to our advertisers and readers, we have sniffed under every stone to bring you the Top 100 Pet Products for 2009.

To read more of this article, check out the March/April issue of Fido Friendly Magazine.

Fido Friendly is currently celebrating its 8th year as a leader in everything “lifetyle” for dogs, from the best places to travel with your pooch, to eco-friendly and green, fashion, health, and wellness.

If you don’t know Fido Friendly,  check it out today!  Fido Friendly is available by subscription or nationwide, at dog boutiques, pet supply stores, and selected newsstands.

1 comment April 22, 2009

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