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This is a picture of Maxie when I picked him out at rescueme.org. He is the male version of our black lab Sydney who had passed away. When Maxie came to us, his original owners fed him poor quality kibble and he was very thin. We didn't understand why he would get indigestion early in the morning. We'd give him antacids to make him feel better. We also changed his diet. Fast forward 3 yrs to early 2024 when Maxie suddenly didn't want his food in the morning and 3 weeks later he couldn't hold food or water down. It...

This is Tug, an almost 9 year old Boxer. He has suffered from IBD since he was about a year old. His symptoms are screaming and gurgling intestines which cause him excruciating pain. He pants, paces, wants to hide, and is inconsolable. He doesn't eat or drink for about 24 hours and doesn't poop or have gas during a flare up, everything is just stuck inside. Of course, we initially made many trips to our vet and she didn't have much to offer besides changing foods. We live in a rural area with no Veterinary Specialists, the closest internist is...

This is Bailey, our 3 year old mini goldendoodle.   She has had multiple episodes of hemorrhagic gastroenteritis. Multiple vet visits with Rx's for metronidazole and sucralfate and probiotics.  It was adding Gastroelm to her usual routine that has drastically reduced her episodes. Thank you for your products. We use Gastroelm and Colla3 products for our 2 doodles and 2 cats!  Sandy Check out the GastroElm Plus / Colla3 Combo pack for extra savings!

Insulin resistance (IR) in equines, particularly in horses, is a metabolic disorder where the body's cells become less responsive to insulin, leading to impaired glucose uptake and utilization. This can result in a range of symptoms, and if left untreated, can lead to more serious conditions such as laminitis or founder. Here are some common symptoms of insulin resistance in equines: Obesity: Horses with insulin resistance may have difficulty losing weight or may gain weight easily, especially in specific areas such as the neck (cresty neck), tail head, and behind the shoulders. Regional adiposity: This refers to the abnormal distribution...

To keep a horse's gut healthy and prevent insulin resistance, it's essential to provide a balanced diet and follow proper feeding practices. Here are some key points to consider: Forage: The foundation of a horse's diet should be high-quality forage, such as grass or hay. It is crucial for gut health and helps maintain stable blood sugar levels. Aim for at least 1.5-2% of the horse's body weight in forage daily. Small, frequent meals: Horses have evolved to graze continuously throughout the day. Feeding smaller meals more frequently can help maintain gut health and prevent blood sugar spikes. Use slow-feed...