Total-Digestion Mini Twin Pack™ ideal for Smaller Dogs and Cats

TOTAL-ZYMES ® FAQ

 1. What are enzymes? 
Enzymes are products that either begin or enhance the speed of chemical reactions. Present in the cells of plants and animals, they regulate biochemical reactions in both active and inactive forms. They are specific with respect to their functions and do only that which they were designed to do. 

2. Why use non-animal produced enzymes over animal/pancreatic enzymes? 
The non-animal Vegetarian enzymes are more pure, very proactive, and react faster within their specific task. Animal/pancreatic enzymes, although designed to react the same way, may cause several negative reactions. This is due to the fact they may bring with them inherently non-compatible elements from their originations to your pet. These products generally carry a warning label regarding possible side effects from their use. 

3. Why TOTAL-ZYMES®?  
The pet market place is rife with products to aid in issues of every kind. As with most things, you usually do get what you pay for. Unfortunately, many products will use ingredients that will help in those issues, yet they do not put a enough to really help. This does not mean they won’t help at all, but they may not help enough. Other products may use very good amounts of a couple of items, and compromise elsewhere. At NWC Naturals Pet Products, we decided to use every element necessary for complete digestion any food your pet may consume. We also made sure we put more than enough to do the task completely. In addition, the body could lose minerals from itself when this process of enzyme activity takes place, so we added our L.E.A.D.S®. system of minerals so the process would be complete unto itself, without taking minerals away from your pets’ body. We have also used the best prime sourced ingredients so as not to compromise our product performance. Compare Enzyme Products, we are the only one with 16 plant-based enzymes.  

4. Is Human Grade better for my pet?

It's not only the high-quality ingredients but the way they are manufactured. All our pet products are formulated for pets and their specific needs. When formulating our enzymes, we looked at over 100 different pet foods on the market. With our expertise we developed a product that is far superior than the rest. And yes, because it is made in a GMP certified human grade manufacturer, so if you wish, you too can taste it with the same confidence you have with our human products. The ingredients in Total-Zymes® are AAFCO approved. So, you know you are getting the best for your dog are cat.

Only a facility that produces human supplements, undergoes the inspections and approval necessary to have genuine human grade status and therefore, a pet food or supplement must be made in such a plant in order to be called 'human grade'.

The FDA and USDA are responsible for regulating human foods and supplements determining 'edible' status. In order to be allowed to produce human foods and supplements, a manufacturing facility undergoes far more frequent and detailed inspections by these and other agencies, compared with the inspection that a pet food plant undergoes.  

GMP certified. All of our products are made in a factory that is GMP certified and only human grade raw materials are used. Many pet products do not receive this certification. With other brands you can never be sure if your pet is really getting the best. At best, you're just wasting money on an ineffective product.  

5. How does Total-Zymes® for Pets take the stress off my pets’ pancreas?   

The primary benefits of enzymes is in shifting a portion of the digestive burden from the pancreas to using the Vegetarian enzymes in the stomach and intestinal tract. This simulates the enzymes that are contained in raw food. Continued supplementation over a period of days activates a feedback system to the pancreas, signaling it to decrease production of its enzymes because they are not necessary in as large of amounts. This allows the pancreas, to conserve its cellular machinery for production of insulin and glucagon; which are important in blood glucose maintenance. Thus, helping take the stress of the pancreas.  

6. Constipation in my dog or cat. Can probiotics and enzymes help?  

Total-Biotics® and Total-Zymes® for pets can help support a normal good bowel movement. Probiotics are responsible for controlling the moisture content of the bowels. With the supplementation of probiotics this will help let things move along. This is not a laxative effect but is part of the natural balance of the colon. Digestive enzymes will help digest the food in the stomach liquefying it and let it move along easily while getting all the nutrition possible out of that food.  

7.  Are there possible side effects of Probiotics and Enzymes in pets?  

 Probiotics and or enzymes sometimes can cause nausea or vomiting. When the health of an animal has been compromised for some time, things can start out worse before getting better. This happens in a few pets. Just like people they can have a "cleansing" or a "healing crisis". Experiencing digestive upset with probiotics or enzymes can be related to feeding of a poor-quality commercial pet food that is hard to break down and digest. What happens is the food you feed your pet moves slowly through the intestines allowing some fecal plaque to adhere to your dog's intestinal walls. Once it gets a toehold, it may thicken over time. Even fairly young animals can experience some blockage as a result of this build up. Probiotics and enzymes will slowly begin to dissolve the fecal matter, and during this clearing/cleansing process, pathogens and microbes that were covered up with layers of fecal matter will be exposed and can cause episodes of diarrhea or vomiting. Depending on the buildup, it may take a few months before it is completely removed. To help restore your animal's health and happiness we suggest a healthier, more digestible diet and reducing the dosage of probiotics and enzymes to a level tolerated by your animal, building back up gradually as your animal begins to feel better. Think of it as a food change. Pet owners agree to change a food, you never change it cold turkey. You should gradually change the food from food A to food B. Even though food A and food B are both great quality, a rapid change can cause some stomach upset. It’s the same with probiotics and enzymes. In 80% of pets they have no bad reaction introducing probiotics and enzymes. But think of it like a food change. Going from a meal that digests only part way, to using enzymes and getting 100% digestion, the pet may react like it’s a food change. In this case just like changing a food, go slower adding enzymes and probiotics until the pet’s system adjust to higher levels of delivered nutrition. Within a few days or weeks, the full amount of enzymes and probiotics can be added to the diet for maximum benefit.  

8. Why does my pet’s stool get smaller with enzymes?  

A dog or cats’ digestive system is designed to process only raw food, primarily meat. In the wild no dog or cat would Bar-B-Que their food. Cats and dogs’ digestive systems are short, and food eaten should have a relatively short transit time. Raw food contains all the enzymes needed to digest itself, thus it digests quickly and completely resulting in a small stool. Kibble canned, or other cooked food is lacking the enzymes to digest quickly or completely. When Total-Zymes® is added to cooked food the food is properly digested quickly and efficiently resulting in smaller stools and better health.  

9.  What if I feed my pet Raw Food?  

Assuming that you are feeding only 100% raw meat with no potatoes, rice or vegetables that needs to be cooked. What I recommend for raw fed dogs is this. Cut the amount of Total-Zymes® to ½ scoop per cup of raw food. The benefit is, Total-Zymes® will replace the enzymes lost in freezing, grinding, storing and handling of the meat. Then the enzymes over and above what is needed to digest the food will be used systemically to support the body. Those enzymes will also work on digesting environmental pollen, dander, dust mite feces and more. These enzymes will also breakdown the protein in flea bite saliva that can cause discomfort for the pet.  

Total-Biotics® on the other hand should be doubled to two scoops per cup of raw food. This will insure your pet’s intestinal tract will remain well populated with good probiotics. Because the meat is not a fresh kill, like it would be in the wild, (a squirrel or rabbit) and has been handled in a commercial meat packing plant the possibility of bacterial contamination is greater. Remember freezing does not kill bacteria. Total-Biotics® supports the natural gut balance by seeding with more probiotics.  

We have many raw fed dogs and cats that are thriving on this adjusted addition of Total-Zymes® and Total-Biotics® to their raw food  

10. What is AAFCO:

AAFCO: The People Behind Animal Feed and Pet Food

The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) is a voluntary membership association of local, state and federal agencies charged by law to regulate the sale and distribution of animal feeds and animal drug remedies. 

So, what does this mean for you as a pet owner?  Each ingredient is looked at and is safe for your pet’s consumption. Total-Zymes® has all AAFCO ingredients.

TOTAL-BIOTICS ® FAQ 

1. Is Total-Biotics® just for sick pets?  
No, this is the most powerful high colony forming formula in the world supplying 1.6 Billion CFUs of 14 different strains of good guy bacteria matched to each cup of food consumed. All pets definitely will benefit greatly from this product, and it is essential that all pets have a daily supplement of probiotics to build their susceptible immune systems.  

2. What type of research is behind the Total-Biotics® formula?  
Total-Biotics® combines the latest research and clinical studies into one powerful formula. The probiotics in this formula were selected after consulting with Dr. Khem Shahani from the University of Nebraska. Dr. Shahani is recognized as one of the world’s foremost authorities on beneficial bacteria supplementation.  

3. Does Total-Biotics® have a bad taste?  
Total-Biotics® basically has no flavor! Since it is all human grade ingredients, try it yourself.  

4. Are there any side effects?
Total-Biotics® has no known side effects.  

5. If my pet is on medication, can I safely use this formula?
It is safe to take Total-Biotics® along with medication. There are no known drug interactions and the ingredients do not alter the action of any medications.   

6. I already give my pet a multi-vitamin, why take this formula in addition?

Multivitamins provide general nutritional support to the body but only if you have enough good bacteria in your body to allow for absorption. Total-Biotics® uses 14 strains of probiotics to help Normal Bacterial Gut Balance.  

7. How do I use Total-Biotics®  to balance the gut?

When you use Total-Biotics® on your pets’ food we recommend you double the normal suggested amount. That is two scoops of Total-Biotics® per cup of food, when you feed your pet.  

8. Constipation in dogs and cats. Can probiotics and enzymes help?

Total-Biotics® and Total-Zymes® for pets can help support a good bowel movement. Probiotics are responsible for controlling the moisture content of the bowels. With the supplementation of probiotics this will help let things move along. This is not a laxative effect but is part of the natural balance of the colon. Digestive enzymes will help digest the food in the stomach and let it move along.   

9. How Many Different Strains Should Be In A Formula? 

There are more than 400 probiotics strains naturally occurring in both dogs and people. What determines how many different strains should be in a formula? This depends on how many strains can be added that are stabilized, the more the merrier one to six different strains of probiotics is, just not enough. 

Since each strain has its own special job the more different species in a product makes for better colonization. They do not crowd each other out as they all have their own pH they like to live in and implant in that area only. 

If you can imagine over 400 different species all coexisting together in nature you can see it's not an issue supplementing with 14 different live stabilized strains.  

So, companies claiming that supplementing with anything over 6 different species is not necessary, they are not accurate, they just do not know their science, nor do they understand how nature works.

10. Why is the  Quality Seal from NASC so important?

The NASC quality seal is an excellent way to identify a product that comes from a responsible supplier. To earn permission to display this seal on their products, a supplier must pass a comprehensive facility audit every two years, maintain ongoing compliance with rigorous NASC quality requirements, and pass random independent product testing to ensure products meet label claims.  

Not All supplements are created equal. Similar ingredients don’t mean similar quality. Look for the NASC Quality Seal on supplement labels to find companies that comply with the industry’s highest standers. As seen in Animal Wellness magazine.