SERIES: What's Really in Your Dog's Treats: Preservatives

Welcome to our New Series: What's Really in Your Dog's Treats
THE CONTROVERSIAL USE OF ARTIFICIAL PRESERVATIVES

Even worse, they are legally allowed by the very government agencies we trust to protect both us and our pets. However, these agencies explain away the potential danger by focusing on individual servings and deeming the small/trace/minimal amounts of artificial preservatives as “acceptable” or “generally recognized as safe” (or GRAS).
But the reality is your pet is probably eating these edibles day-in-and-day-out. So, what might have been considered "acceptable," is now accumulating at a daily rate in your beloved dog's (pet's) body. Could the long-term, cumulative exposure to questionable and synthetic preservatives really be good for our pets?
THE TOP 3 COMMONLY USED ARTIFICIAL PRESERVATIVES
Artificial Preservative Name |
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Why It’s Used in Dog Treats/Foods |
Ethoxyquin |
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Propylene Glycol |
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BHT/BHA |
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AT-A-GLANCE: THE FRIGHTENING SIDE EFFECTS
Artificial Preservative Name |
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Potential Health Issues for Your Dog (and Cat) |
Ethoxyquin
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Propylene Glycol |
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Potential Health Issues for Your Dog (and Cat) |
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BHT/BHA |
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Potential Health Issues for Your Dog (and Cat) |
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SO, ARE ALL "PRESERVATIVES" BAD?

Health issues come into play when cheaper, synthetic/chemical/artificial preservatives are used (for humans and pets). There are natural preservatives that are much safer. But these raw, natural preservatives (like Vitamin C and Vitamin E) are higher in cost so manufacturers opt for the cheaper alternatives. Despite the heartwarming commercials that seem to indicate concern for your pet as their foremost goal, these companies are really focused on the bottom line.
Remember, your pet is relying upon you to protect him and give him the best quality of life, so follow the 3 steps below to protect them!

3 SIMPLE STEPS TO PROTECT YOUR PETS
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Read all labels thoroughly and carefully. Unsavory details are often
buried in the fine print.
- Use products containing limited, human-grade ingredients you recognize.
- Learn and follow independent, non-biased experts including:
Our treats are always made in the USA with 100% all-natural, USA-sourced ingredients and absolutely no artificial/chemical/synthetic preservatives.
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ADDITIONAL READING
10 Worst Ingredients in Your Dog Food
www.eatthis.com/bad-dog-food-ingredients/
4 Dangerous Ingredients (According to Studies) Commonly Used in Dog Food
topdogtips.com/dangerous-dog-food-ingredients/
Misinformation About Ethoxyquin from Pet Food
truthaboutpetfood.com/misinformation-about-ethoxyquin-from-pet-food
Propylene Glycol - Dog Food Aid or Automotive Antifreeze?
www.dogfoodadvisor.com/red-flag-ingredients/propylene-glycol-dog-food-aid-or-automotive-anti-freeze/
www.dogfoodadvisor.com/red-flag-ingredients/bha-in-dog-food/
BHT, BHA and TBHQ - Oh My! Dog Food Ingredients to Avoid (with Infographic)
www.dogfoodinsider.com/bht-bha-tbhq-oh-dog-food-ingredients-avoid/