"Tiger is a 3 year old Terrier mix. He is terribly smart -- which means he needs lots of training to stay out of trouble! So, we started agility classes when he was about a year old. I needed a soft, chewy treat as a reward and I wanted something that was healthy. The Wellness® Wellbites® are perfect. I could reward him while knowing that I was giving him a wholesome treat. Tiger now spends his energy by working as a professional model -- (he's appeared in Vogue magazine twice and has a TV commercial running for CSX trains) -- and I still use Wellness as 'payment' for a job well-done!"

- Lorraine G., New York NY

"After fostering many dogs with a variety of ailments and unusual behaviors, Molly Brown (a Beagle/Bassett Mix) came for a temporary stay until we could find a suitable owner. She had already survived being dumped in a field by her owner, close to death and severely under nourished. In the area (where she was found), hunters often dump their unwanted, sick, or old dogs at the end of every hunting season. At this time of the year, the county shelter is overwhelmed with these discarded dogs. After Molly was picked her up and her condition was assessed, she was put on the list for immediate euthanasia (gassing). A stranger felt sorry for Molly and pulled her from the shelter. Through a series of rescue teams, she ultimately made her way to an adoption day. There, I found her cowering and shaking in the back of a crate. Over the next three hours, we became inseparable. At the end of the day, I gave her to a team member so she could return to her ‘home’ at the veterinarian’s office. When I heard her crying for me, I realized that it would be impossible to leave her behind. So Molly became my next foster dog. Molly had numerous ongoing stomach problems. After several vet visits, trying more than ten different foods, and even cooking the food for her, a friend suggested Wellness® Super5Mix® Just for Seniors. It was just a matter of days before she began to have less and less problems with digesting her food. She also stopped itching incessantly, an unexpected bonus to the food change. And her coat changed into this beautiful, soft fur that is not typical of most Beagles/Bassetts. I was fully convinced, and we converted over fully to Wellness for her food, treats, etc. After surviving numerous surgeries and overcoming numerous fears in the following months, we had bonded. I could not imagine sending her to another home. My ‘foster dog’ became my ‘daughter’ upon signing the official paperwork. We moved to New Hampshire shortly thereafter. She blossomed more than anyone had ever expected. We went everywhere together, including my work. When the diagnosis of degenerative disc disease was given to me by the veterinarian, I was completely devastated. Molly continues to fight to sustain a ‘normal’ life, just like she survived the other challenges in her life. Again, Wellness has made the difference in keeping her strong and healthy. The senior canine food helps us to give her the proper nutrients plus she loves the food. She moves the fastest when she hears the can opener and knows that it’s Wellness time! All of these years of work and perseverance were evident when she carried the rings down the aisle at our wedding last year. She had been in severe pain the night before; however, she walked down the aisle with poise and confidence. To this day, she still believes the party was for her. She is, after all, the unsinkable Molly Brown!"

- Holly M., Centreville VA

"Ruby had a problem with a dull coat with dry itchy skin. When I heard about your dog food at the dog park one weekend I had to give it a try. Her coat is beautiful and soft and there is no further problem with her skin. She has also lost weight since staring on Wellness® Super5Mix® Healthy Weight. Now, let’s talk about the canned food. Ruby literally hops up and down and woos at me waiting for me to put the food dish down. I am thrilled with the results and the fact that I know I am giving her the healthiest food available. Thank you"

- Terri H., Cumming GA

"Little Bear is a 2 year old Chihuahua/rat terrier we rescued from Bowling Green KY. His prior owner was an elderly person who passed on and no one in the family wanted Bear. Days before Christmas 2008 Bear ended up in the Bowling Green Humane Society. It was not a merry Christmas for Bear. Bear's life took a turn for the better when he ended up on a transport to Friends of Pep Rescue in Gouldsboro, PA. He was listed on Petfinder where a couple who had a large hole in their hearts happened on his picture. You see, we had lost two of our beloved Boston terriers over the past two years and were desperate to find the right family member to join our lives. One look at Bear and we knew he was the one. We contacted Kate and the next day Bear was home with us. Bear loves his new brother, 14 year old Tigger- a bald Boston terrier cancer survivor, and his 2 cats, both rescues- Lily and Fluffy. Bear is an interstate trucking dog now, he is always with us and Tigger, in his spare time he loves to geocache, boat, walk and chase the cats! We trust Wellness® Super5Mix® Dry Food Recipes, as we always have to give Bear the best quality of life through good health. Bear is an endless source of joy for us- he makes us smile everyday with his funny little antics. We are truly blessed to have him in our life."

- Enola R., Pocono Pines PA

"Hello, this is my buddy, Dakota. He is a Newfoundland and is approx. 165 lbs. I got him at 9 weeks old, he was in fact actually small at one time, where I continued to feed him by the breeders recommendation. As time went on and I became an employee of a local pet store, I began to research the different foods out there. I finally determined that the Wellness® Super5Mix® Large Breed Puppy Health Recipe was the best food I could buy for him and the rest is history. As he is a giant breed dog, I want him to stay healthy and to live as long as he can. These guys have a shortened life span due to their size and I will give him every possible option to live a happy and healthy one. Wellness is keeping my dog where he should be...right by my side. I inform everyone I come in contact with the benefits of this food and how it can keep animals healthy and happy. Thanks for what you all do for us and our friends!"

- Chuck P., Hampton VA

" I’ve had Koa since he was 8 weeks old. He is the 6th dog I've had throughout my life. Going into owning a dog this time around, I really did my research trying to find the best dog food. It seems like every dog I have ever owned has had some sort of allergy or health condition that may or may not have been attributed to diet. I finally found Wellness® Large Breed Puppy Health Recipe, which received high praise from many professional breeders and pet owners. It has been almost been half a year, and I have never owned a happier, healthier dog. I cannot go anywhere, whether it is the park, beach, or pet store without receiving praise on the quality of Koa's coat and overall physical appearance and health. Wellness® has a wide variety of food that I'm sure Koa will be transitioning to throughout his different stages of life. I have recommended Wellness® to everyone I know and have heard nothing but positive feedback. Thank you Wellness® for making Koa and I so happy. "

- Robert T. San Diego CA

"I work for a veterinarian and before then I thought another brand was a great food, wow was I wrong. I have a 3 year old Golden as well and both of them are as healthy as can be on Wellness. My older Golden has a nicer coat, better stool, and is shedding much less. And for my puppy, I feed him Wellness® Large Breed Puppy Health Recipe. He is 12 weeks old and at a healthy 28 lbs. Love Wellness! "

- Tessa K., Backus MN

“My husband and I have had Mocha, our very energetic Chocolate Labrador Retriever, on Wellness® since she was 1 year old. As worried pet owners, my husband and I spent plenty of time doing research on every brand of food out there. We want only the best for our dog, and will not settle for less. We then heard about the Wellness® line, and decided it was the best way to go. Mocha absolutely loves the food, and we love the compliments we continue to get about her shape and coat. Since Mocha started on Wellness®, we noticed an incredible difference in her coat and well being. She is currently on Wellness® CORE® Reduced Fat formula, as all other brands seemed to have negative effects on her body. Mocha is now 2 years old and in the best shape and health possible. Thank you for making such a great line of dog food. Sincerely, Stef and Liz Palumbo.”

- Liz and Stef P., Ottawa ON

“When Ralph was two years old he started gaining a little weight and developed this horrible skin irritation. There was a persistent redness and sores all over his body, which bothered him the majority of the time. It didn’t matter what time of year it was it just always bothered him. After many visits to the vet trying medication after medication and prescription food, we finally found the fix with Wellness® CORE® Ocean formula. We noticed the change immediately. Ralph began losing weight at a healthy rate and his skin irritation is nonexistent! It is great knowing that he is no longer bothered by this any longer and its all thanks to this wonderful food. Thanks Wellness!”

- Nikki M., Lockport IL

"Pasta is a very special dog. She was bred to be a guide-dog. At the age of 8 weeks, she traveled from Guide-Dogs for the Blind in San Rafael, CA to her puppy raiser home. When she returned for training at the age of a year and a half, she was given the honor of being chosen to be a breeder for the guide-dog program. She had two litters for GDB before it was decided that her calling was to be a guide-dog rather than to be a breeder. However, two of her pups are guide-dogs today. Luckily for me, Pasta went back into training to be a guide-dog and I received her on January 10, 2008. I have been visually impaired all my life, and I cannot begin to describe the tremendous impact Pasta has had on my life. She is truly an amazing dog who provides me with independence and confidence, and a loving companion for life. I want the best for her, and she has been thriving on her new food, Wellness® CORE® Ocean. She also likes it when she gets some of the Core Turkey Liver canned formula mixed in with her meal. And the pure rewards treats are great for reinforcing great behavior. Pasta is truly an amazing dog, and I hope, with the help of the great Wellness products, she will be in my life for many many years to come. She is truly my soul mate, my eyes, my best friend and so much more."

- Megan M., Anaheim CA

"I can't begin to express how happy I am to have found a food like Wellness® CORE® Original dry food formula. When I first adopted my new pup Yogi I wanted to feed him the very best. I honestly have never seen him enjoy kibble so much as he is one picky eater, but as soon as he hears the CORE hit his bowl he comes running! He digests it well, his coat is shiny, and even the vet said he looks great and is healthy as a horse. Thank you so much for making such a quality cat and dog food for everyday feeding!"

- Richard A.,Hawley, PA

"Baxter is our two year old mixed breed. He and his brothers and sisters had a tough start to life. Animal control found them all on the side of the road during the winter time and due to overpopulation, animal control was going to euthanize him and several other dogs. Adkins Pet Center took in all of the dogs and a couple months later is when I found Baxter there at Adkins. I have had Baxter for a little over a year, and getting him has been my best decision. He is completely spoiled with toys and great dog food - Wellness^® Turkey and Sweet Potato Canned Dog Formula. Not only that but we also give Baxter Wellness^® Pure Rewards^® jerky bits and Wellness^® WellBars^® Crunchy Peanuts and Honey snacks as well. Thank you Wellness for supplying him with his favorites."

~Baxter and Cate Satisfied in Charlotte, NC

"Bella, our 12 week old American Bulldog puppy loves Wellness® Just for Puppy Moist Canned Food and Wellness® Super5Mix® Large Breed Puppy Health Dry Formula food! She eats faster than her big brother so that she can go and steal his food. Our 10 month old puppy just loves Wellness® Dry Food so when we got our new puppy we were pleased that she just gobbled it right up!"

- Tina L., Ontario Canada

"Tresa, my 10 year old German Shepherd has had severe allergies since she was a puppy and was even on allergy shots. I recently switch to Wellness® Super5Mix® Healthy Weight and she is doing remarkably well. I wish I would have thought to try a holistic food like Wellness earlier and avoided her much discomfort. Thank you Wellness!"

- Amanda A., Eagle WI

"My name is Niles, and I am a five-year-old Bichon Frise. I was adopted a year ago on June 2 from Operation Kindness, the oldest and largest no-kill shelter in North Texas. My history includes being born at a puppy mill, two animal shelters, and three separate homes, including an abusive owner who let my demodectic mange get so bad that I lost all of my hair and chewed through the skin on my legs. About six months ago, I was diagnosed with severe environmental and food allergies with an endless list of foods that I’m allergic to. Thankfully Wellness products have a short list of ingredients, so I was immediately switched to Wellness brand dog foods and treats. Plus, I’m a picky eater, so I get fed a mix of dry and canned food. My favorite canned food is Wellness^® 95% Lamb. My family calls me a "lamb man." I only eat Wellness products, because the dry food, canned food, and treats are grain-free and worry-free. Thanks, Wellness!"

- Michelle S., Coppell TX

“I had Tucker on the same dog food for almost 2 years, and he used to have a lot of health problems and get sick a lot. So October 2008 I took him to the vet yet again, because he was having trouble digesting his food in a healthy way. I asked my vet if there was any dog food she recommended, that was 100% natural and would bring his health back to where it should be. Tucker wasn’t sickly, but he wasn’t getting all the nutrients from the dog food I tried, and I have tried over 11 brands of dog food. The vet recommended Wellness^® Small Breed Super5Mix Adult Health and I never looked back. He loves the taste and the small little triangle bites it comes in. Now he’s healthier, and it’s a known fact he hasn’t been sick since I started him on the Wellness. He does the best on Wellness of all the dog foods I have tried. He’s my best friend, and I want him to have the best, healthiest, most natural, and tastiest dog food there is and Wellness is that brand! I have both my dogs on Wellness and I wouldn’t have it any other way. If you haven’t tried Wellness try it! It will change your dog’s life and the way they function for the better.”

"We adopted Lucy, our 16 month old Pointer Mix from the SPCA when she was 3 months old; now she is a little over a year old. She is a very active and energetic little girl who loves to go to Dog's Beach on Coronado Island. She also loves going on walks and hikes around the many parks and nature reserves in San Diego. Lucy needs a nutritionally sound diet to keep her going, and we've found that Wellness ® Simple Solutions works great for her, as she has food allergies, as well. When we first got her, we fed her another pet food and she was constantly itchy, covered in hot spots, and she always had ear infections. Our vet suggested trying Wellness products and I'm so glad we did! Now Lucy's coat is always soft and shiny, no more hotspots, and no more ear infections! Plus, we love the simple, healthy ingredients...no fillers or by-products! Lucy also loves the Wellness ® Pure Rewards jerky treats and they've been great for training, too. Thanks for helping us keep our little girl happy and healthy!

"Locky is our golden retriever family member. He was born February 6, 1992 and he lives in Wellesley, Massachusetts. We attribute Locky's longevity to his lifelong diet of Wellness^® dry dog food (now Wellness^® Super5Mix Just for Senior), runs everyday in the woods, walks, chasing tennis balls, and of course, Old Mother Hubbard^® Extra Tasty Biscuits when he comes in. A couple of years ago we put a ramp to our door to help Locky enter and exit the house. Our dog walker Margaret always leaves notes on Locky's progress or his day. She wrote the following: “Week #1: one cookie to get down the ramp and one cookie to come back in. Week #2: no cookies to get down the ramp, no cookies to come back in. Whoever said you can't teach an old dog new tricks!"
- Kathy M., Wellesley MA

"Luna entered our hearts on February 15th, 2009. We drove a total of 742 miles round trip to pick her up from a foster family who shared their home for English Springer Rescue America (ESRA). Luna was a puppy born from one of the 67 Springer Spaniels saved from a puppy mill in Nov.'08. We knew from the beginning we only wanted this puppy to have the best start in life. After reading dog magazines for the best kibble, searching the internet for nutrition facts, and speaking with a champion breeder, I knew Wellness^® Super5Mix Just for Puppy formula was the right food to get! She is as happy and lively as any puppy can be - doing her best trick 'sit' for a Wellness^® Just for Puppy Treat. Everyone tells us how soft and shiny her coat is and that's she's very good looking. I owe that to Wellness and the dedication that their staff puts into making products that are by far the best out there. Wellness has certainly made this puppy healthy and happy!"
- Denicia H., Midvale UT

"My dogs were constantly battling dry skin, yeast, ear infections, you name it. I started researching ingredients in dog foods and learned the scary truth about dog food regulations and big names companies that put such horrible things into dog and cat foods. That was over three years ago and I am proud to say that I have been a strong advocate for feeding premium, natural, quality diets to pets. My dogs have been on Wellness just about a year. I recently switched them to the Wellness CORE and they are doing fantastic and love it! I recommend it to all my friends, family and co-workers. I have spread the word to many dog friends who had NO idea that what they were currently feeding was not 'the best' and are now making a change to Wellness. I firmly believe that 'you are when you eat' and that the first step to over-all health is proper nutrition." - Lauren M., Naples, Florida

"Kender has been eating Wellness^® for about a year now and we are so happy we found your product. Her favorite treats are WellBites and we always keep a stock of WellBars in the cabinet as well. With such the thick undercoat that shelties tend to have, dandruff is a very common problem. With Wellness CORE - OCEAN formula which contains all of the Omega 3 fats that she needs, Kender's coat stays shiny, soft, and dandruff free. As a puppy we noticed her scratching a lot and we pinpointed the problem to be an allergic dermatitis of sorts, once we switched to Wellness^® when she was 6 months old we never again had the itchy problem. The staff at the vet's office always comments about how shiny and soft both of my girls' coats are and each and every time we dote on keeping pets healthy the Wellness^® way. Kender is a lean, healthy, energetic girl and thanks to your products she will live a long happy life with us. Thank you so much for caring about our pets' wellness and nutrition." - Miranda P., Milton FL

"As you can see, our new kitten has become best friends with our 105 pound Lab! They love Wellness, which we picked after much research and speaking with our Vet. She says they are exceptionally healthy (at perfect weights), and clearly very happy! Our lab has severe allergies, necessitating allergy shots every few weeks, but Wellness CORE has helped so much. We are so happy to be able to feed them high quality, grain-free foods that mimic what they would eat in the wild… though I think they much prefer being so spoiled! Everyone tells us how gorgeous our Lab's coat is, and how lean he is (unlike many Labs), and we always tell them it is due to Wellness CORE. We love you guys!" - Leanna W., Buellton, CA

"William is a Therapy Dog so it is important that he is healthy when visiting schools for autistic children and personal care homes for Senior Citizens. I tried many other dog foods, but it was not until I found CORE that I was able to get William's constant ear problems under control and healthy. This is very important having a therapy dog because many people handle his ears, and now they are pain-free thanks to Wellness CORE. I chose the Reduced Fat because goldens have a tendency to put on the pounds. Thanks again Wellness." - Roberta C. Scranton, PA

“We are new to breeding dogs but found your product was the answer we were looking for. My puppies LOVE Wellness Super5Mix Just for Puppy and Wellness canned foods. Angel, our solid white boxer, will eat nothing else. My little puppies gobble it all right up and they are left with a fabulously shiny coat of fur too. I enjoy feeding them food they love that is also so good for them. Thank you so much for producing such a fine product!” – Kimberly G., Enid, OK

“This is a picture of Ivy at 8 weeks of age. She has since grown, and is a healthy 2-year-old long haired German Shepherd thanks to Wellness Super5Mix^® Complete Health. Before Wellness, we tried many other foods and nothing seemed to work, her skin was still dried out and flaky, and she was itching like crazy. We found Wellness and she has never been on a different food since. I am so happy with Wellness Natural Food for Dogs. Without Wellness I don't know where we would be today because all those other foods didn't seem to help. I can't compare any other food to Wellness. Thank You! Your products are great and Ivy loves them!" – Ashley F., Marilla, NY

“In June we adopted a sweet tempered 5 pound mix-breed puppy from our local animal shelter. Unfortunately, almost as soon as we got him home, he became ill, which turned into Pneumonia and then Distemper. After 8 days at the animal hospital, Butterscotch somehow barely survived. We have since been fighting tremors, seizures, muscle weakness, skin issues, ear infections, and the list goes on. It is amazing what you will do for a little pound puppy who has touched your heart. About 2 weeks ago I realized that the vet had done all that they could. I found a Holistic Vet, who has helped him immensely, and also after doing some research online, I started feeding Butterscotch and my other dog, your Wellness dog food and treats. I got rid of all of the other pet food we had. As of now, Butterscotch is like a different dog. He still has a long way to go, but he now acts like a real live puppy who loves to play and run. I will continue to feed him your Wellness food. I am sending you current pictures of Butterscotch now that he is feeling better and has been able to run, play and have fun (He is the little white and cream fuzz ball), and also a picture of my Greyhound/Whippet/Suluki mix named Ladybug. Ladybug happens to love your food almost as much as Butterscotch does. – Michelle M., La Quinta, CA

We researched different foods to match our dogs' needs and made the switch to Wellness CORE Protein-Focused Nutrition. We noticed a positive change from day one! WOW! Thank you so much for giving our babies health and nutrition we can count on, and flavors our dogs just adore! They are back to being the gorgeous Huskies we love so much, their coats are incredible, no more itching, and they have so much energy! – Sandy N., Hubbard, OH

Madison is one of the funniest Shiba Inu's I have met. She loves to play, go for walks and is famous for her combat crawl. Since switching to Wellness Super5Mix Complete Health Chicken Recipe, I have seen a new Madison. She is full of energy and loves dinnertime! – Candace D., Las Vegas, Nevada

I felt I had to write you to tell you the miracle that your food was to my 3 1/2 yr old Australian Terrier. She had been so ill, in and out of hospitals for 1 and 1/2 yrs of her life! She was on another brand and had diarrhea every 6 weeks! The hospital and Vet put her on a Low Residue food but she STILL had diarrhea every 4 weeks. That is until I bought your Wellness Super5Mix! Her diarrhea never came back and it's been 2 yrs. I am your best advertiser. I tell everyone what your food did for my dog. We just had a hunch and saw protein as the 1st ingredient and that your food wasn't corn based. We can't thank you enough. We even use the Wellness Wellbars Yogurt biscuits! All your products keep our pet healthy and out of hospitals! – Debra S., Yorktown Heights, NY

About a month ago, in an effort to improve our dog's diet, I switched our 4-year-old German Shepherd, Biscuit (a certified tracking dog), to Wellness CORE Original Formula kibble. The first thing my husband and I noticed was that Biscuit actually appeared to enjoy her food! Honestly, when she's cleared the bowl of every piece, she walks over to the bag and starts licking the side of it. This is unbelievable; she has always been a reluctant eater and, like many German Shepherds, she has had trouble with many foods disagreeing with her. No such problems with CORE.

I took Biscuit to the vet last week for her annual check-up. Not only did the vet say that he thinks CORE is great (he feeds his own dog something similar, and thinks that it is actually better and safer than the raw-foods diet I was considering), he also noticed that her coat was looking glossier than ever and her weight was up a bit, to a really healthy weight for her (88 lean pounds). He gave CORE his whoe-hearted approval -- even though it replaces a special kibble we were buying from the vet's office!

Also, my husband and I have noticed that Biscuit seems more playful after eating -- she used to always head off for a nap after a meal, but now she wants to play. I cannot tell you what a relief it is to see her eating all of each meal with enthusiasm, and to know that she is finally getting all the good nutrition an active dog needs (and none of the other "fillers" and unhealthy ingredients). THANK YOU!" – Betsy L., Skokie, IL.

About three months ago, my male, Butters, started having some skin problems. He's always had a sensitive digestive system, but never really coat issues. He started really itching...to the point he was chewing huge bald spots on his hind quarters.

Took him to the vet and his best guess was some kind of contact dermatitis and sent us home with antihistamine shampoo.

After about two weeks of watching my dog create bald spots and bleeding sores, I put him on Super5Mix Whitefish & Sweet Potato Recipe and strictly Wellness treats because I wanted to eliminate chicken and other allergens that may have been in the other treats. Within a week he stopped chewing & licking. At the 6 week mark you couldn't even tell he had any sores whatsoever. I'm assuming it was the Chicken that didn't agree with him for whatever reason. Now that he has been on the Fish & Sweet Potato diet for three months, he even acts perkier. Obviously his allergy was doing more than making him itch...it was making him a little droopy - Elissa G., Grand Blanc, MI

Gatsby

Being a Bulldog Gatsby was prone to all sorts of trouble from the start: he's itchy & has terrible gas amongst other ailments. Once he was old enough to go off puppy food we put him on the Wellness Simple Food Solutions. He improved almost immediately and he loves it! When dinner time rolls around he goes to sit by his bowl waiting for his special meal. - Andrea D., Portland, OR

Being a small, frightened, homeless stray on the streets of Pasadena -fighting, begging and scavenging for whatever passes for food - is not the path to Wellness. Finding yourself locked in an exposed, concrete floored cell with no warm corner, eating rescue food, isn't the path to Wellness either.

Then one day in April - fresh from spay surgery and unfed for two days - Effie, as we call her, became ours. A skinny girl, with dull eyes and coat - we bundled her up and took her home. Just hours later she was eating Wellness Super5Mix. In no time she began to change - she gained needed weight, her coat and eyes cleared, her energy soared, her personality blossomed - she became a happy, healthy dog thanks to her diet of Wellness products. - Kristina B, & Steve P., Jericho, VT

As a pet owner, we've always tried to feed our dog the best possible foods. Top notch quality food with no table scraps was what we were told by vets(though we've bent that a bit at times).
Over the last year, we've tried a variety of the premium brands, and to our dismay, many were on the recall list. One of the premium brands that hasn't been affected i is Wellness formula by Old Mother Hubbard.

We came across this brand at our local pet store and gave it a try. The company makes a variety of wet and dry foods as well as treats. The foods are said to be all natural, and they do not contain any by-products or wheat gluten. They also claim their treats are home made and again, with all natural, healthy ingredients.

Our dog has been eating these brands on and off for about a year, and exclusively for the last three months. His coat is shiny, he's full energy (a bit too much energy sometimes :-)) and has gotten a clean bill of health from the vet. Even more then this, he eats it all up. My pup can be finicky sometimes, especially with the wet food, but he loves Wellness formula.

I get nothing out of endorsing this product except that hopefully it might help someone who is looking for a dog food to trust. - Matt FM from The Pet Haven Blog

Thanks to Old Mother Hubbard for providing quality pet-foods that fill Bailey's dietary needs. Your pet-foods are better than "human quality" they are "best friend quality." - Charles B., Louisville, KY

"Natural pet foods like the Wellness Brand go beyond government dictated standards - avoiding by-products - and instead focus on natural ingredients such as real meat, high quality grains and botanical extracts. Their website is informative and clearly shows you what ingredients go into each variety. They even have an "ingredients dictionary" that describes each ingredient they use. Trevor and Toby eat the Fish & Sweet Potato formula. Their coats look fabulous from the fish oil, but most importantly I don't have to cook for my dogs!"

Kelly Eden
Sheltie Nation
www.sheltienation.com
Merrimack, NH

 Our 6 year old lazy Lab Brando went from 95 pounds in July 2005 to only 85 pounds yesterday, thanks to his diet switch last summer to Healthy Weight.  He is significantly healthier, and his skin/coat have never been better. The vet has been after me for years to get weight off Brando -- even had him on a ridiculously expensive "prescription" food (you know what) that did no good.  Of course, that was before I got a clue about better pet nutrition. Wellness worked!  It's very easy to sell something you've experienced first hand and believe in.

Susie Atherton
Canine Creek Dog Wash & Boutique (Official Wellness Retailer)
www.CanineCreek.com
Tehachapi, CA

My litter of miniature schnauzer puppies were born 6/25/05. Within the next 2 weeks it had become obvious that 1 male puppy was very sick. He would nurse his mother and almost immediately throw it up. I took him to the vet. He was given barium to drink and they took X rays. He was diagnosed with a condition called Megaesophagus. This means his esophagus was abnormally large and would not push the food into his stomach. Food just pooled in the esophagus, and then he would throw up. He got aspiration pneumonia from all the vomiting. He nearly died. But he hung on. Everyone at the vets loved him...he stole their hearts. I named him “Thief of Hearts" for AKC papers, and called him "Heart" Which he certainly has a lot of.

Megaesophagus is considered to be a fatal condition. Many puppies with this are euthanized, others usually die within the first year. Attempts to control this disease require feeding mushy food to the puppy while he is sitting in the upright position-- holding him up in the position like a human would sit to eat. This way gravity helps to pull the food into the stomach. Prescription diet A D food is commonly used.

After 3 months of feeding him A D , he was like a rack of bones. Every rib visible, his thin hair had fallen out on his face and ears. I began supplementing the A D food with liquid vitamins , cottage cheese and rice. At 4 months, his malnutrition was getting worse by the day. The vet said I must find a way to improve his nutrition or he would die.

I went to the local pet store, and talked to a woman behind the counter. She recommended using the Wellness brand canned puppy food. I bought the food and immediately began feeding this to " Heart." In just a few days the change in "Heart" was beginning to show. He was gaining weight. After he had been on the Wellness food for about 2 months, the vet did another set of X rays on him, with barium and also plain X rays.

His Megaesophagus condition was gone. This is unheard of in the veterinary world...nothing short of a miracle had happened. All of his X rays are now normal. And he is gaining weight steadily , eating only the Wellness brand puppy food. "Heart " is now leading a normal puppy life. And he is looking better every day. I feel that I must thank all the people at Old Mother Hubbard / Wellness for providing such an outstanding puppy food.... and thought you should know what this food has done for "Heart." Again, thank you so very much. - Janna C., Sarasota, FL