Pet FAQs
At Halo, we cater to the discerning pet owner and do our utmost to provide you with the most complete information about each of our pet care products. This section is dedicated to answering the most common questions we receive about our products. Should you have a question that is not listed here, please call us at 800.426.4256.
Our Frequently Asked Questions are divided into six categories: Dog Health, Cat Health, Spot’s Stew/Ingredients, Natural Treats, Grooming and Supplements. Here are the top questions for each category. To read more, simply click on the category that interests you.
Dog Health
Q: My dog has dry itchy skin. He occasionally gets rashes, bumps or hot spots. What can I do?
A: This is the single most common question we get! We recommend you try Spot's Stew Natural Food for Dogs and add VitaGlo Dream Coat to his food every day! You can also try applying the Herbal Healing Salve directly to the hot spots to soften and soothe the irritated area.
We believe many skin problems can be controlled or avoided with a natural diet. Some dogs develop skin problems or react negatively to ingredients commonly found in commercial pet foods such as artificial preservatives, colorings or other additives. Halo has created a natural diet; by AAFCO definition it cannot contain any artificial ingredients or be highly processed. Halo does not use meat meals; a protein source which can be of questionable quality and digestibility. Essential fatty acids (EFAs) have a proven anti-inflammatory affect within the skin and as such play a vital role in skin health. The Dream Coat is an excellent source of EFAs and our dog owners love the results they get. –Dr. Donna Spector
If the skin condition does not improve within several weeks on the new food and Dream Coat supplement, contact your veterinarian to determine if your dog has an underlying medical condition.
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Cat Health
Q: I have an older cat that doesn't have a lot of energy anymore. Is there anything to perk her up?
A: Many older pets do not drink enough water every day; as a result they suffer from mild dehydration which can cause very low energy levels. I recommend including canned food in each meal and encouraging water intake (ice cubes, new bowls/fountains, broths, etc) to help improve hydration and get that energy back. I also recommend a vitamin-mineral supplement to help supply antioxidants and B vitamins that can help support the immune system and energy levels. For best results I like to alternate the Daily Greens with the Vitamin-Mineral Mix every day. –Dr. Donna Spector
Sometimes poor energy is a sign of a medical condition and we advise a health check-up with your veterinarian.
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Spot’s Stew/Ingredients
Q: Why does Halo refer to its products as natural?
A: Because it is! AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials) defines "natural" pet food as having ingredients from ONLY plant, animal or mined sources. These foods cannot be highly processed or contain chemically synthetic ingredients, such as artificial flavors, preservatives or colorings. –Dr. Donna Spector
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Chicken Meal
Q: Is Halo saying that chicken meal is terrible for animals?
A: No, we believe that chicken meal can provide good nutrition. However, it is not nearly as high a quality ingredient as real chicken, from both a health and safety perspective. –Dr. Donna Spector
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Natural Treats
Q: Why are Halo treats better than other brands?
A: Halo uses the same high-quality ingredients as in our pet food—whole meats, vegetables, fruit and whole grains ONLY. No artificial colors, flavors, preservatives or sugars like so many commercial pet treats. Our Liv-A-Little protein treats are freeze-dried chunks of whole meat. That's it! Ellen refers to these as "crack" for your pet—only good for them! Our Liv-A-Littles Healthsome Treats are baked treats that come in a variety of exciting shapes and flavors to appeal to all pets. Halo is combating the obesity trend by printing the calorie per treat information on our packages and recommending a "Smart Treating" approach to daily treating. See my articles on Healthy Snacking for your Dog or Healthy Eating for your Cat. –Dr. Donna Spector
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Grooming
Q: What is the shelf life of the natural pet grooming products you make?
A: All of the pet grooming supplies have a 2 year shelf life. The herbal extracts and botanical oils are a form of natural preservative which gives these products an extended shelf life.
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Supplements
Q: Why are Halo supplements better than other brands?
A: Halo has the same high-quality standards for our supplement ingredients as we do for our pet food. No artificial colors, flavors, preservatives or other non-nutritive fillers like so many commercial pet supplements. –Dr. Donna Spector
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