Using Alfalfa Nutrient Concentrate for Pets

Alfalfa itself is related to the same family of plants as the pea. Humans have used alfalfa as a remedy for arthritis, rheumatism, and other inflammatory complaints. It’s also commonly used in teas and broths as a digestive aid. People also take alfalfa in different forms because it is believed to reduce blood sugar and cholesterol levels. 

Alfalfa Nutrient Concentrate is a high-quality, all-natural protein source and phytonutrient supplement that is believed to help dogs and cats (along with other animals) with their digestive, glandular, urinary, and skeletal systems. 

In fact, the legend of the discovery of alfalfa has to do with a pet. An Arabian horse owner fed his horses alfalfa without knowing exactly what it was. He found that once they were eating natural alfalfa, their performance and energy levels increased. Now, alfalfa is a common supplement for horses and cows, as well as some smaller animals like goats, chinchillas, guinea pigs, and rabbits. You can also find it in supplements to cat, dog, and aquarium fish food.

If you’re wondering why you would feed a carnivore such as dogs and cats a supplement that comes from herbs and grasses (like alfalfa), there is a very good reason. While dogs and cats are unable to digest seeds and plants very efficiently, they have evolved to get their ‘greens’ in a whole different way. Alfalfa is commonly eaten by rabbits, mice, squirrels, etc. These small animals’ digestive tracts process and break down the fibers in the plants they eat. 

In the wild, dogs and cats eat these small animals, which is how they receive the densely packed nutrients found in alfalfa. Since your pet dogs and cats don’t generally eat small animals, it can be a good idea to use an alfalfa supplement made with them in mind. A supplement that is safe for their digestion and provided by a reliable company like SeaPet.

Alfalfa is stuffed full of a multitude of natural vitamins and minerals in a naturally occurring concentrated amount. The beneficial components of alfalfa include:

• Calcium
• Protein
• Magnesium
• Potassium
• Zinc
• Iron
• Phosphorus
• Vitamins A, B1, B6, B12, C, D, E, and K
• Chlorophyll A and B
• Fiber
• Antioxidants
• Digestive enzymes
• Amino acids
• Isoflavones
• Saponins
• Sterols
• Coumarin derivatives

Rarely does nature combine that much nutrition into one food or substance. It’s no wonder people enjoy giving it to their pets for many reasons. When alfalfa is the source of these nutrients, they are delivered in the balance determined by nature. This results in both maximum absorption and efficiency of the nutrients.

People give their pets alfalfa for a number of reasons. Some of those are:

• Heart health is essential for all animals, and pet owners administer alfalfa supplements in the hopes of lowering cholesterol and preventing artery plaque buildup.
• Acidic urine can cause “stones” to build up in an animal’s urinary tract. Because the alkalizing effect of alfalfa can help to reduce the acidity of urine, pet owners give the supplement to their pets intending to reduce their pain.
• Constipation can be fatal for your pet if left untreated. When pet owners notice their pet experiencing this type of pain, they may give them alfalfa supplements.
• Anti-inflammatory properties derive from natural steroidal agents which can be found in alfalfa. Owners whose pets suffer from inflammation due to arthritis, injury, or other conditions, often administer alfalfa supplements to their pets.
• Immune function is always a concern, and that is one of the main reasons people give their pets alfalfa nutrients.
• Cancer prevention is another reason people give alfalfa to their pets. There are elements that may inactivate chemical carcinogens.
• Bleeding Disorder treatment. Vitamin K along with its coumarin constituent is well known as having anticoagulant qualities, and alfalfa has high amounts of both of these.
• Pet Odors are one of the few downsides to caring for our animal friends. Because alfalfa supplements contain chlorophyll, a natural substance that promotes freshness and reduces pet odors, pet owners often use this supplement when they desire a fresher pet environment.

There are plenty of suppliers, but there’s no reason to search beyond SeaPet to find the best Alfalfa Nutrient Concentrate. Our supplement is produced without any chemical extraction. The alfalfa is grown and processed mechanically without chemical or other alteration of any kind. It is naturally GMO free.

It’s important to choose your alfalfa supplement provider carefully, because given in the wrong amounts, wrong concentrations, or wrong mixes, alfalfa solutions can cause digestive and other problems for your pet. Since SeaPet has been around since 1996 and has a full line of scientifically proven nutritional supplements, you can trust us to provide the best quality Alfalfa Nutrient Concentrate. 

Another indication that you can trust SeaPet to provide your pet’s nutritional supplements is that we are a real, physical store. We sell our entire line via the internet for your convenience. However, if you’re ever in Menomonie, Wisconsin, we’d be happy to have you visit us from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm CST, Monday through Friday, right on 24^th Avenue West. You can count on us for great products and premium customer service.

Part of making certain you’re giving your pet a healthy alfalfa supplement that does no harm is giving your pet the right amount of powder, which can be sprinkled on top of or mixed in with  your pet’s normal daily food. The amount you should give your pet is based on weight.

• If your pet is under 30 pounds, give them ½ teaspoon daily.
• If your pet is between 30-60 pounds, give them 1 teaspoon daily.
• If your pet is between 60-90 pounds, give them 1½ teaspoons daily.
• If your pet is over 90 pounds, give them 2 teaspoons daily.

You can rely on the Alfalfa Nutrient Concentrate provided by SeaPet. With so much nutritional value packed in such a small dose, there’s no reason not to provide this supplement to the pets you love.

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