Ideally, I prefer that your pet receive all the nutrition he or she needs through the foods they eat. But that's not always possible. The best of diets – even a raw, species-specific diet – can come from soils that are depleted or from lower quality food sources. Sometimes, the food simply loses many of its nutrients through processing and storage. And most commercially available pet foods, even if they're "fortified" to meet AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials) standards, contain synthetic vitamins and minerals which have their place, but are further removed from naturally derived supplements. That's why I often feel it's important to offer your pet two of nature's most nutrient-dense dietary supplements – the microalgae spirulina and astaxanthin containing microalgae. Healthy Pets SpiruGreen is a unique complex that contains both of these supplements that are great for cats and dogs. Studies suggest these benefits when animals are directly supplemented with microalgae astaxanthin: Supports the health, longevity, and immune system in cats and dogs Supports joint and muscle recovery after exercise in racehorses and sled dogs Promotes normal neurological and eye health in dogs and cats Supports normal healthy cardiovascular health Miroalgae astaxanthin not only promotes good health but vibrant, natural color Meanwhile, spirulina is one of the richest beta-carotene ingredients, with ten mixed carotenoids. Including orange carotenes, alpha, beta, gamma, and yellow xanthophylls, these powerful antioxidants work synergistically in different sites in your pet's body. Studies on both cats and dogs show that spirulina supports good health in several ways: Helps support a strong, healthy normal immune system Helps promote a healthy coat and skin May help promote comfortable movement and flexibility Healthy Pets SpiruGreen truly packs a one-two punch with all the nutrient value of spirulina, including carotenoids, phycocyanins and enzymes, plus all the goodness of microalgae astaxanthin, one of the world's most powerful fat-soluble antioxidant carotenoids. Give your pet the goodness of one of the most wholesome ingredients available together with one of the world's most powerful antioxidants.

A proactive veterinarian, fresh pet food formulator and animal wellness educator and author, Dr. Karen Becker believes in a whole-pet approach in veterinary care, aiming to prevent disease through intentional lifestyle choices that result in vibrant health and vitality. She believes the art of medicine is not only about identifying the root causes of disease and degeneration in pets but also understanding ways to prevent the body from further damage by using innovative approaches to help unlock the innate potential inside each pet's unique body for healing to occur.

With more than two decades of experience, she helps millions of pets worldwide and as an integral part of Dr. Mercola Products, Dr. Becker helps to formulate Healthy Pets products that are specifically designed for your pet's health, vitality and overall well-being.

Entirely based on human, food-grade (NOT feed-grade) ingredients, our high-quality pet products are all developed with our three pillars of health approach in mind.

The Three Pillars of Pet Heath

1. Species-appropriate nutrition: Each animal must consume a diet that is biologically appropriate for his or her species.

2. A balanced, functional immune system: The immune system should be able to protect the animal from pathogens, yet not be overactive, leading to things like allergies and autoimmune disease. The key here is balance.

3. A sound, resilient body (frame and organs): Muscle tone should be good; body weight should be optimal; teeth and gums should be healthy; heart, lungs, kidneys, liver and other organs should be working efficiently.

All three of these pillars should be addressed for optimal health.

As you strive to take control of your pet's health, you can feel safe knowing that each of our products have been thoroughly researched and vetted by Dr. Becker and our team of scientists, engineers and product development specialists so that you can be certain you are purchasing truly premium products to help your pet live their healthiest life possible.