We are continually being asked why our Ocean Omega Fish Oil should be considered as a vital pet food supplement: here are some factoids for everyones consideration:

One of the most pressing issues in pet healthcare for the 21st century is nutrition, with obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disorders, and many other pet afflictions becoming more and more prominent, its all linked to their diets. In that aspect, omega-3 will play a major role. Since 1971 there are now some 14,000 published papers on omega-3, including close to 6,000 animal studies.

For three billion years Marine Phytoplankton has supported virtually all living creatures in the ocean. It contains a unique combination of life sustaining nutrients including; Omega 3 essential fatty acids (EPA and DHA), protein, chlorophyll, vitamins, minerals and trace elements.

Phytoplankton are the food source utilized by some of the world's largest and longest living animals and fish. Menhaden are gill raking fish that eat phytoplankton.

Menhaden is a natural food source for blue whales, humpbacks, baleen whales and more species of fish, that all eat plankton ,and they live between 80-150 years while maintaining great strength and endurance and are sexually active and able to reproduce until they die. The menhaden is the most important fish in the sea if you understand its ecological purpose.

In addition to providing high protein fish oil, the menhaden are also extremely rich in desirable long-chain Omega-3 fatty acids. It is no wonder that menhaden is an ingredient in many of the better dog foods. With concentrated, high quality protein for growth and vigorous maintenance, and rich in Omega-3 fatty acids for a healthy cardiovascular system, supple skin and glossy coat, menhaden earns it's reputation as a vital ocean food source.
That is why this fish from its natural sources is of superior quality when compared with fish from farms.

Because it lives solely on phytoplankton, the menhaden is a "clean" fish. And, because it is preyed upon by most everything in the sea, it has evolved into a strong and fast swimmer meaning good muscle mass, and therefore has concentrated protein. Our high quality and competitively priced Ocean Omega-3 Fish Oil which is not normally found in other pricier cold-water fishes can of course be perceived as an added bonus.

Several of our Ocean Omega Seahorse Brand Flavored Equine Fish Oil clients have asked questions about storing our product in a heated barn. The general rule of thumb for storage of ALL versions of our fish oil is as follows:













Note Since this product is derived from a living source the actual values may vary slightly.

Ocean Omega Fish Oil For Pets	Storage
Shelf Life @ ambient	Unopened up to 1 week
Shelf life @ 43 degrees fahrenheit	Unopened 1-2 months
Shelf Life @ 14 degrees fahrenheit	Unopened 1 year +

Horse owners who use heated barns to keep water from freezing and to protect horses from cold temperatures during late fall and winter should remember supplemental heat can cause problems, not only with storing our fish oil, but for the horses too if used incorrectly. Ventilation is important when horses are kept inside a barn

Closing up a barn to maintain heat may increase respiratory diseases because of high ammonia content and bacterial growth in stalls

Closed barns usually have increased humidity. High humidity combined with warm temperature can cause enough nitrogen smell or bacteria growth to irritate the horse´s respiratory system. These frequently result in chronic, minor respiratory problems that interfere with animal performance.

The variability between barns, the horse´s daily routines of being in and out of the barn are also contributing factors,The solution is to turn down the heat and get rid of the humidity by increasing air flow.Another problem is that while the ideal temperature for horses is around 45 degrees to 65 degrees Fahrenheit, this “ideal range” may be neither cost effective nor a way to promote equine health.

Increasing the heat of a barn above 55 degrees Fahrenheit not only can be expensive, it also may have negative effects when moving horses out of the barn into colder temperatures.

Horses under artificial lighting programs for reproductive or show reasons will shed hair. Therefore, special considerations must be given to protect these animals from cold, windy and wet weather.

Maintaining barn temperatures at around 45 degrees to 55 degrees Fahrenheit and using blankets to keep horses with short hair coats protected from cold temperatures in and outside of the barn, and utilizing our Ocean Omega Seahorse Brand Flavored Equine Fish Oil should enhance the horses immune system to fight the cold temperatures and inclement weather

Much of Maine has already experienced near or below freezing temperatures. While it is easy for humans to simply turn up the heat in their homes, pets require extra attention from their owners.

When the weather turns cold, it is best to keep your pets indoors.
Although it´s best if pets can be kept inside, but if that simply isn´t possible, it´s critical for pet owners to provide their animals with a shelter that is insulated and protected from the cold temperatures, and oh to soon inclimate weather we can experience here in Maine. Make sure the shelter is big enough for your pet to fit in easily, but small enough so that the animal´s body heat can warm the shelter.

Pet owners also need to make sure the shelter has a floor and some type of bedding such as an old blanket or straw. Make sure the shelter´s opening has some sort of flap to cover it to help keep out the wind. In addition, the door should not face the north.

Because pets burn more calories keeping warm during the winter months, they will need to be given extra food so they can produce more body heat. Bowls of water can freeze quickly in the cold, windy weather, so it is important to check the pet´s water several times a day. It is ideal to serve the pet warm water throughout the day.

In addition to providing pets with appropriate shelter, another winter concern can be roaming cats and wildlife. These animals are looking for shelter and warmth in cold weather, so it is critical to check under the hood of your car and honk the horn before starting up the engine.

Animals are drawn to vehicles because of the heat an engine puts off. These animals will crawl up inside the motor in an attempt to keep warm, but this can be deadly for the animals if the driver starts the vehicle before checking under the hood.

Just as it is important for humans to exercise, pets need exercise as well.

If you walk on pavement that has been treated with a chemical to melt ice, be sure to wash the pet´s paws thoroughly. Also, remove the ice and snow from between your pet´s toes if you´ve been outside playing in the snow with your pet. If you suspect your pet is suffering from frostbite, cover the pet with warm towels and call your veterinarian.

Frostbite is not a common problem for animals that are healthy, well-nourished and acclimated to cold weather. If frostbite does occur, it is usually on the tips of the ears or tail.

Everyone likes to be warm and cozy on those cold winter days and your pet is no different. Take special care to ensure a safe winter for your pet.

I recently received an inquiry at our OO website from a lady stating that her vet intimated that our OO fish oil would conflict with Baytril, which was prescribed by the inquirers vet to treat MRSA/Mersa.
What I first said to myself when receiving this inquiry is not g rated. What I replied to the inquirer is the following:

We as pet owners need to be concerned with animals contracting MRSA. It is a very worrying situation. More research needs to be done for the future. Concerns about MRSA cross contamination from people to animals,should have vets being diligent about infection control, and what they are prescribing.As for your vet and the value of fish oil enhancing the immune system of pets, he or she simply needs to do more research (turns out the vet had a Large Pharma supplier of fish oil on the vet office shelf--hmmm).

If vets are "scratching" (bad pun here) their collective heads and now blaming the pets, because their respective favorite pharmas can't come up with anything either, then we should all be concerned with protecting pets from unnecessary suffering and death.

For years dog health supplies have included toxic materials to artificially maintain dog health as a temporary measure. The time has come to change to a more natural approach toward animal health. Natural remedies have been shown to achieve more immediate, more complete and longer lasting health, vitality, quality and longevity of animal lives.

I have heard, but cannot vouch for the validity, that Manuka Honey is a very potent natural product which can kill MRSA?

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GUARD PARROT

A postal carrier is working on a new beat. He comes to a garden gate marked BEWARE OF THE PARROT! He looks down the garden and, sure enough, there's a parrot sitting on its perch. He has a little chuckle to himself at the sign and the parrot there on its perch. The mailman opens the gate and walks into the garden. He gets as far as the parrot's perch, when suddenly, it calls out: "REX, ATTACK!"

Polynesia: Memory loss in parrots.

Chirpes: A canarial disease...no tweetment.

MAMA'S GIFTS

Four brothers left home for college, and they became successful doctors and lawyers and prospered. Some years later, they chatted after having dinner together. They discussed the gifts they were able to give their elderly mother who lived far away in another city.
The first said, "I had a big house built for Mama."

The second said, "I had a hundred thousand dollar theater built in the house."

The third said "I had my Mercedes dealer deliver an SL600 to her."

The fourth said, "You know how Mama loved reading the Bible and you know she can't read anymore because she can't see very well. I met this preacher who told me about a parrot that can recite the entire Bible. It took twenty preachers 12 years to teach him. I had to pledge to contribute $100,000 a year for twenty years to the church, but it was worth it. Mama just has to name the chapter and verse and the parrot will recite it."

The other brothers were impressed. After the holidays Mom sent out her thank you notes.

"She wrote: "Milton, the house you built is so huge. I live in only one room, but I have to clean the whole house. Thanks anyway."

"Marvin, I am too old to travel. I stay home, I have my groceries delivered, so I never use the Mercedes. The thought was good. Thanks."

"Michael, you gave me an expensive theater with Dolby sound, it could hold 50 people, but all my friends are dead, I've lost my hearing and I'm nearly blind. I'll never use it. Thank you for the gesture just the same."

"Dearest Melvin, you were the only son to have the good sense to give little thought to your gift. The chicken was delicious. Thank you."

POLITICAL PARROT

Before the collapse of communism, this Russian guy loses his pet parrot. He looks everywhere, all around the neighborhood, in the park, everywhere. He can't find the parrot. Finally he goes around to the KGB office, and tells the desk officer his problem. The officer is a little puzzled. "Look, comrade, I'm sorry you lost your bird, but this is the KGB. We don't handle missing animal reports." "Oh, I know that", says the guy. "I just wanted you to know, if you do find my parrot... I don't know where he could have picked up all his political ideas."

GOING, GOING, GONE!

One day a man went to an auction. While there, he bid on an exotic parrot. He really wanted this bird, so he got caught up in the bidding. He kept on bidding, but kept getting outbid, so he bid higher and higher and higher. Finally, after he bid way more than he intended, he won the bid - the fine bird was finally his! As he was paying for the parrot, he said to the Auctioneer, "I sure hope this parrot can talk. I would hate to have paid this much for it, only to find out that he can't talk!" "Don't worry", said the Auctioneer, "He can talk. Who do you think kept bidding against you?"

BRUTUS

Mrs. Broomfield's dishwasher quit working, so she called a repairman. He couldn't accommodate her with an evening appointment,and since she had to go to work the next day, she told him: "I'll leave the key under the mat. Fix the dishwasher, leave the bill on the counter, and I'll mail you the check. By the way, don't worry about my Rottweiler. He won't bother you. But, whatever you do, do not under any circumstances talk to my parrot!" When the repairman arrived at Mrs. Broomfield's apartment the next day, he discovered the biggest and meanest looking Rottweiler he had ever seen. But, just like she had said, the dog just lay there on the carpet, watching the repairman go about his business. However, the whole time he was there, the parrot drove him nuts with his incessant squawking and talking. Finally the repairman couldn't contain himself any longer and yelled: "Shut up, you stupid bird!" To which the parrot replied: "Get him, Brutus!"

COURTEOUS PARROT

A lady is walking down the street to work and sees a parrot in a pet store. She stops to admire the bird. The parrot says to her, "Hey lady, you are really ugly." Well, the lady is furious! She storms past the store to her work. On the way home she saw the same parrot in the window and the parrot upon seeing her says, "Hey lady, you are really ugly." She was incredibly ticked now. The next day on the way to work she saw the same parrot and once again it said, "Hey lady, you are really ugly." The lady was so furious that she stormed into the store and threatened to sue the store and have the bird killed. The store manager apologized profusely and promised the bird wouldn't say it again. The next day, when the lady walked past the store after work the parrot said to her, "Hey lady." She paused, scowled with an icy and deadly stare, and said with a hoarse voice, "Yes?" The bird, strutting back and forth on its perch in a cocky manner, said, "You know."

THE PARROT AUCTION

One day a man went to an auction. While there, he bid on a parrot. He really wanted this bird, so he got caught up in the bidding. He kept on bidding, but kept getting outbid, so he bid higher and higher and higher. Finally, after he bid way more than he intended, he won the bid - the parrot was his at last! As he was paying for the parrot, he said to the Auctioneer, "I sure hope this parrot can talk. I would hate to have paid this much for it, only to find out that he can't talk!" "Don't worry." said the Auctioneer, "He can talk. Who do you think kept bidding against you?"

CHEAP ENTERTAINMENT

A man went into a bar and said to the bartender, "If you give me free drinks all night, I will entertain your customers so much they will stay all night and drink lots and lots." "Oh yes," says the bartender. "How are you going to do that?" The man gets a hamster out of his pocket and puts it on the piano. The hamster runs up and down the keyboard playing the greatest piano music anyone had ever heard. "That's incredible!" says the bartender. "Have you got anything else?" The man gets a parrot out of his other pocket and puts it on the bar. The hamster begins to play the piano again and the parrot sings along - sounding just like Pavarotti. Everyone in the bar is amazed and stayed all night drinking and listening to the hamster and parrot. The bartender is delighted. "I must have these animals. Will you sell them to me?" he asks. The man shook his head no. "Will you sell just one then?" asks the bartender. "OK, I'll sell you the parrot for $100" the man says. The bartender is delighted and hands over the money. Another man standing next to the man who owned the hamster said, "You're a bit stupid selling that clever parrot for only $100". "No I'm not," the man replied. "The hamster is a ventriloquist"!!!

SPEEDING DRUNK

A drunk is driving with his parrot through the city and his car is weaving violently all over the road. A cop pulls him over. "So," says the cop to the driver, "where have you been?" "I've been to the pub," slurs the parrot and the drunk smiles. "Well," says the cop, "it looks like you've had quite a few." "He did all right," the parrot says and the drunk smiles. "Did you know," says the cop, standing straight and folding his arms, "that a few intersections back, your wife fell out of your car?" "Oh, thank heavens," sighs the parrot. "For a minute there, I thought I'd gone deaf."

MERGER ANNOUNCEMENT

Polygram Records, Warner Brothers and Keebler: New company will be called Poly-Warner-Cracker.

GOOD CANARY SINGER

A short elderly woman burst into a pet store. "I want to buy a canary, but it's got to be a good singer! I've got good, hard US cash, but I'm only paying for a good singer."

The shop owner began moving a ladder towards a small cage on a shelf about fifteen feet up, near the ceiling of the store. "Ma'am, I've been in this business for forty years and the best singer I've ever heard is in that cage."

"Don't think I'm gonna feel obligated to pay for something I don't want just because you're climbing up a ladder like a monkey. I want a canary, but it's got to be a singer."

By this point, the shop keeper was coming down the ladder. "Ma'am, this bird is a veritable feathered Caruso!" He placed the cage on the counter and the bird burst into melody after melody.

Awed, the woman murmured, "Why, he is a good singer." Suddenly she screamed, "Hey, this bird's only got one leg!"

The pet store owner was unperturbed. "Lady, what do you want, a singer or a dancer?"

PET SHOP PARROTS

A man goes into a pet shop to buy a parrot. The shop owner points to three identical-looking parrots on a perch and says, "The parrot on the left costs $500."

"Why does the parrot cost so much?" asks the customer. The owner says "Well, the parrot knows how to do legal research."

The customer then asks about the next parrot, to be told that this one costs $1,000 because it can do everything the other parrot can do plus it knows how to write a brief that will win any case.

Naturally, the increasingly startled customer asks about the third parrot, to be told that it costs $4,000. Needless to say, this begs the question, "What can it do?" To which the owner replies, "To be honest, I've never seen him do a darn thing, but the other two call him Senior Partner."

THE AIRLINES

This guy is in a plane when he feels thirsty. He calls the stewardess and asks her politely for a Large Whiskey.There's a parrot in the seat next to him, who snaps,"A double Scotch and make it quick". "Yes ,sir"the stewardess says, and quickly gets the bird his drink - but ignores the guy. The parrot downs his in one gulp, and says "gimme another". The stewardess gets him a second drink, ignoring the guy again. The guy, meanwhile has been asking for his drink very politely. He decides to use the parrot's tactics and snarls at the stewardess,"You @#*$# hag, get me my bloody Scotch!". Suddenly a large co-pilot comes out of the cockpit and ejects both the guy and the parrot off the plane.

As they're falling, the parrot turns to the guy and says "You know, you're quite brave for someone who can't fly...".

EXPENSIVE PARROTS

A man goes into a pet shop to buy a parrot. The shop owner points to three identical looking parrots on a perch and says: "the parrot on the left costs $500". "Why does the parrot cost so much?" asks the man. The owner says, "Well the parrot knows how to use a computer".

The man then asks about the next parrot, to be told that this one costs $1,000 because it can do everything the other parrot can do plus it knows how to use the UNIX operating system.

Naturally, the increasingly startled man asks about the third parrot to be told that it costs $2,000. Needless to say, this begs the question "What can it do?", to which the owner replies, "To be honest, I have never seen it do a thing, but the other two call him boss!".

SPIRITUAL (?) PARROT

A burglar sneaks in a dark bar...(after hours) and goes right to the cash register. A voice calls out, "GOD IS WATCHING YOU". He looks all around and sees nothing so returns to jimmying the cash drawer. Again, the voice says, "GOD IS WATCHING YOU". The burglar looks around and finally sees a parrot in a cage and says, "Oh, Hi Polly. You startled me." "Hey" said the parrot. "My name ain't Polly. It's John the Baptist." The burglar snorted, "Who in the world named you John the Baptist?". Parrot says, "The same guy who named that Rottweiler over there GOD!"

FRIGID PARROT

So there's this fella with a parrot. And this parrot swears like a sailor - I mean he's a pistol. He can swear for 5 minutes straight without repeating himself. Trouble is, the guy who owns him is a quiet, conservative type, and this bird's fowl mouth is driving him crazy.

One day, it gets to be too much, so the guy grabs the bird by the throat, shakes him really hard, and yells, "QUIT IT!". But this just makes the bird mad and he swears more than ever. Then the guy gets mad and says, "OK for you!" and locks the bird in a kitchen cabinet. This really aggravates the bird and he claws and scratches, and when the guy finally lets him out, the bird cuts loose with a stream of invective that would make a veteran sailor blush.

At that point, the guy is so mad that he throws the bird into the freezer. For the first few seconds there is a terrible din. The bird kicks and claws and thrashes. Then it suddenly gets_very_quiet.

At first the guy just waits, but then he starts to think that the bird may be hurt. After a couple of minutes of silence, he's so worried that he opens up the freezer door. The bird calmly climbs onto the man's out-stretched arm and says, "Awfully sorry about the trouble I gave you. I'll do my best to improve my vocabulary from now on.".

The man is astounded. He can't understand the transformation that has come over the parrot. Then the parrot says, "By the way, pardon me for asking, but what did the chicken do?".

MAGICIAN AND THE PARROT

There was once a magician on a cruise ship who performed mainly sleight of hand tricks. He had a regular spot on the ship's cabaret evening entertainment. He was actually quite a good magician, but his routines were regularly ruined by the onboard parrot who would fly around squawking out and giving away his secrets like:

"IT'S UP HIS SLEEVE, IT'S UP HIS SLEEVE!"or

"IT'S IN HIS POCKET, IT'S IN HIS POCKET!"or

"IT'S IN HIS MOUTH, IT'S IN HIS MOUTH!"

The magician was getting pretty sick of this and threatened to kill the parrot if it ruined his act one more time. That evening right at the climax of his act, just as he was about to disappear in a puff of smoke, the ship hit an iceberg and sank in seconds.

Amazingly, the magician and the parrot were the only two survivors. The magician was lying on a piece of driftwood in a daze. As he opened his eyes he could see the parrot staring at him out of its beady little eye.

The parrot sat there for hours just staring at him and eventually said, "OK, I give up, what did you do with the ship?"

Ocean Omega Fish Oil For Pets	Dosage
For Cats & Dogs-up to 20 lbs	1/4 tsp
For ALL Pets-21-55 lbs	1/2 tsp
For ALL Pets-over-55 lbs	1 tsp

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