Utilizing the latest advances in medical and nutritional  science, they apply state of the art manufacturing technologies to help maintain a standard of product quality and integrity that is virtually  unheard of in the pet industry.  The NuVet supplement is not heat treated but cold pressed to insure the maximum benefit from its ingredients (see below).  As you will read below, this supplement has been  engineered to support vital organs, protect against infection, arthritis and cancer, fight against disease, prevent allergies, old-age cataracts, and premature aging, promote a beautiful coat, and so much more.  I believe adding NuVet to your puppy’s plan for long life is a fantastic way to add years of quality life, excellent health, and protection to your puppy.
To order you can call 800.474.7044  or order online http://www.nuvet.com/ with order code 23121.  For our adoptive families who

who agree to keep their puppy on the NuVet, we extend our Health Guarantee to 3 years!

Here are the ingredients and their purpose.

Janis

NuVet Immune System Builder

ALFALFA Alfalfa is known as the “King of Plants”, and its roots have been used  for centuries in many cultures. The herb belongs to the legume family,  closely related to beans and peas. Alfalfa is an excellent source of  vitamins D, E and K, beta-carotene, minerals, fiber, chlorophyll,  calcium, proteins and fats. It is especially rich in the amino acid  trypophane. It is considered to be a very nutritious herb, and is used  to increase appetite, alleviate certain allergic reactions and help poor digestion. It may also reduce the inflammation due to arthritis and  rheumatism.  (Canine formula)

 

ALPHA AMYLASE A soluble fiber digestant.  We believe NuVet Plus® is the finest  pet supplement available, however it must be able to be digested as  efficiently as possible. Alpha Amylase creates the means by which the  ingredients will be absorbed into the body as rapidly as possible  without diminishing NuVet Plus®‘ powerful antioxidant capabilities.

 

AMINO ACIDS Necessary for the synthesis of body proteins and many other tissue  constituents.  Amino acids aid in building new muscle, bone and tendon  cells; play a vital role in metabolism, stamina, and brain function; and enable vitamins and minerals to be properly absorbed and assimilated.  There are approximately twenty-eight amino acids that combine in various ways to create hundreds of different types of proteins. Some amino  acids enhance the immune system by stimulating the antioxidant activity  of certain enzymes and can help prevent skin and coat problems. Others  prevent premature aging, tumors, nerve disease and connective tissue  disorders.
Pet foods high in protein may or may not contain all the necessary amino acids to maintain proper health of a pet. This deficiency could cause a host of problems ranging from indigestion, stunted growth, nervous  disorders, or worse.  NuVet Plus®, with its specifically blended  natural ingredients, contains all the critical amino acids that must be  introduced through the diet for proper health.

 

BETA-CAROTENE The precursor to Vitamin A becomes a powerful free radical scavenger in  the body.  Vitamin A is essential in skeletal growth, testicular and  ovarian function, embryonic development, and differentiation of  tissues.  It is crucial for proper eye function and possible cataract  reduction.  Vitamin A is necessary for healthy skin and mucous  membranes, the body’s first line of defense against invading  microorganisms and toxins, and promotes the immune response.   Beta-Carotene and Vitamin A destroy carcinogens (cancer-causing agents), guards against heart disease and stroke, and lowers cholesterol.

 

BLUE GREEN ALGAE Blue Green Algae is nature’s most basic food. Existing at the beginning  of the food chain, it provides nutrition in its simplest form. Blue  Green Algae has a greater amount of protein than any other whole food.  It provides the essential nutrients for the health of the physical body, and the smooth operation of the brain and nervous system.
Blue Green Algae is a very rich chlorophyll source and has been shown to enhance the health of the entire body, strengthen the immune system,  promote intestinal regularity and the healing of wounds, boosts  hemoglobin production and helps purify the blood. The trace minerals  found in blue green algae are Boron, Calcium, Chlorine, Chromium,  Cobalt, Copper, Fluorine, Geranium, Iodine, Iron, Magnesium, Maganese,  Molybdenum, Nickel, Phosphorus, Potassium, Silicon, Sodium, Tin,  Titanium, Vanadium, and Zinc.

 

BREWER’S YEAST A balanced, natural source of B-Complex vitamins (also see Chicken  Liver).  Studies show another beneficial effect of Brewer’s Yeast  supplementation is significant reduction of body fleas on companion  pets.

CAT’S CLAW (UNA DE GATO) Cat’s Claw, also known as Una de Gato, is an ancient herb, found in the  rain forest of Peru. This singular and wild woody vine is known for its  amazing healing properties and has been used by native people for  centuries. It cleanses the intestinal track, enhances the action of  white blood cells, and acts as an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. It  is good for intestinal problems and viral infections.  Research in  different countries including Germany, Austria, England, and Hungary has shown that Cat’s Claw can stimulate the immune system and may help in  the treatment of diseases including cancer, AIDS, viral or respiratory  infections, allergies, arthritis and rheumatism.

 

CHICKEN LIVER We use 100% chicken liver, which is paddle-dried in order to retain the  omega fatty acids and vitamins A, C, and the B-complex vitamin group.   Contains minerals including calcium, copper, phosphorous, and iron.  Chicken liver is good for anemia and aids in building healthy red blood  cells.  It is known to increase energy, fight liver disorders, and help  relieve stress in the body.

 

COPPER Aids in the formation of red blood cells, and works with Vitamin C to  form elastin, an important protein that makes up bone, skin and  connective tissue.  It aids in the healing process and energy  production. This mineral is needed for healthy nerves and joints.  A  sign of copper deficiency is osteoporosis.

 

EVENING PRIMROSE OIL High in gamma linolenic acid (GLA), an essential polyunsaturated fatty  acid that promotes cardiovascular health.   It is known to prevent  hardening of the arteries, heart disease and high blood pressure, and  aids in lowering cholesterol. It is helpful in the management of  arthritis, rheumatism, certain skin disorders, and can relieve pain and  inflammation.  Studies have shown it can increase the release of sex  hormones and thereby improve reproductive health.

 

IRON Necessary for hemoglobin and myoglobin (a type of hemoglobin found in  muscle tissue). It is necessary for the oxygenation of red blood cells.  Iron helps in protein metabolism and promotes growth.  Iron is also  necessary for energy production and a healthy immune system.  Iron  deficiency can cause weakness, anemia, digestive disturbances, fragile  bones and hair loss.

 

L METHIONINE An essential amino acid that is not synthesized by the body and must be  obtained from food or supplements.  It is a powerful antioxidant and a  good source of sulfur, which neutralizes free radicals and helps prevent skin, coat and nail problems. It can help to detoxify harmful agents  such as lead and other heavy metals found in airborne pollutants. L  Methionine is essential for the absorption, transportation and  bioavailability of selenium and zinc in the body.  It also acts as a  liptropic agent to prevent excess fat buildup in the liver, and can help to reduce fatigue. It is useful in some allergy cases because it  reduces histamine release.
Recent studies show L Methionine supplementation may help delay the  development of age-related cataracts. Deficiencies in L Methionine can  slow growth and cause low levels of essential proteins in the blood.   Lack of it can result in edema, liver damage, loss of muscle and fat,  skin lesions and weakness. 

 

MAGNESIUM Acts as a catalyst in the utilization of carbohydrates, fats, protein,  calcium, phosphorus, and potassium.  It is important for energy and  healthy maintenance of bones, teeth, arteries, heart and nerves.   Research has shown that magnesium can help prevent cardiovascular  disease, osteoporosis, and certain forms of cancer.

MANGANESE An enzyme activator that plays an important part in tissue respiration  and carbohydrate and fat metabolism.  Necessary for normal skeletal  development and to maintain sex-hormone production.  Manganese  deficiency can lead to paralysis, convulsions, dizziness, deafness and  blindness.

 

OYSTER SHELL Extremely rich in calcium, the major constituent in the structural  framework of bones.  Practically every cell in the body, notably those  in the heart, nerves, and muscles rely on calcium to function properly.  Some experts recommend higher levels of calcium in order to prevent bone loss.  The heart requires calcium to maintain a normal beat.  Muscles  need it for contraction and relaxation, and calcium is essential for  blood clotting and proper nervous system function.
Over time, if not enough calcium is consumed; the body takes calcium  from the bones to keep the heart and muscles working properly.  This  process will gradually weaken the bones until they break easily.  (All  oyster shell used in our product is farm-raised and tested for lead  content.)

 

PAPAIN Fundamentally aids in the digestion of protein. Papain’s activity helps  to cleanse the tissues and intestinal walls.  The unique ability of  Papain to break down protein and convert a portion of it into Arginine  is extremely important because Arginine, in its natural form, has been  found to influence the production of HGH.  HGH, produced in the  pituitary gland, is directly responsible for DNA and RNA replication as  well as synthesis in liver, muscle, cartilage, and adipose tissues.  HGH helps to increase muscle tone and decrease body fat.  Arginine has also been found to inhibit the growth of breast cancer cells in test tube  studies.

 

PHOSPHORUS Works with calcium to build bones and teeth.  Aids the body in the  utilization of vitamins, and conversion of food to energy. Deficiencies  of phosphorus can lead to loss of weight and appetite, irregular  breathing, pyorrhea, fatigue and nervous disorders.

 

PINE BARK The proanthocyanidids in Pine Bark have been shown in clinical studies  to be 20 times more effective than Vitamin C and 50 times more effective than Vitamin E as an antioxidant.  Pine Bark helps relieve pain and  symptoms of osteoarthritis, arthritis, rheumatism, and rheumatic fever.  It has been shown to reduce histamine production, thereby helping the  lining of arteries resist mutagen attacks which cause cardiovascular  disease.
Pine Bark’s remarkable ability to “seek and destroy” free radicals is a  tremendous benefit to the health of our animals.  By reducing oxidative  damage to cells and vital tissues, what we recognize as aging (stiff  joints, wrinkled skin, degenerative disease problems like arthritis,  circulatory disorders, diabetes, heart disease, etc.) is held to a  subdued rate.  In addition, unlike virtually all other dietary  antioxidants, proanthocyanidids readily cross the blood-brain barrier to protect vital brain and nerve tissue from oxidation.

 

POTASSIUM (CITRATE) Important for a healthy nervous system and regular heart rhythm.  Helps  prevent strokes, aids in proper muscle contraction, and works with  sodium to control the body’s water balance.  Potassium is important for  chemical reactions within the cells, aids in maintaining stable blood  pressure and proper transmission of electro-chemical impulses. It also  regulates the transfer of nutrients through cell membranes.  Signs of  potassium deficiency include abnormally dry skin, weakness, paralysis,  low blood pressure, and irregular heartbeat which can lead to cardiac  arrest and death.

 

SELENIUM An essential trace mineral whose principal function is to inhibit the  oxidation of lipids (fats).  It is a vital antioxidant, especially when  combined with Vitamin E.  It protects the immune system by preventing  the formation of free radicals.  It has also been found to function as a preventative against the formation of certain types of tumors.   Selenium and Vitamin E act synergistically to aid in the production of  antibodies and help maintain a healthy heart and liver.  Selenium  deficiency has been linked to cancer and heart disease.  It has also  been associated with exhaustion, growth impairment, high cholesterol  levels, infections, liver impairment, pancreatic insufficiency, and  sterility.

 

SHARK CARTILAGE Contains collagen and glycosaminoglycan. This combination makes shark  cartilage a powerful anti-inflammatory wound-healing agent that is  non-toxic and has no known side-effects.  It is also an effective  substance against bacteria, virus and fungal infections, which  stimulates the cellular and hormonal components of our immune system.
There have been numerous studies demonstrating the ability of shark  cartilage to shrink some cancerous tumors, including those unaffected by standard treatments.  In order to grow, a tumor must establish its own  blood vessel network for nourishment.  Like all other living things, if  the tumor is denied nourishment, it will die.  Studies performed at the  Massachusetts Institute for Technology have shown that shark cartilage  contains a protein that impedes the formation of blood vessels to  tumors.

 

TAURINE One of the most abundant amino acids in the body. It is found in the  central nervous system, skeletal muscle, and highly concentrated in the  brain and heart.
Taurine therapy is used in the treatment of ischemic heart disease. Low  Taurine and magnesium levels have been found after heart attacks.  Supplements decrease the tendency to develop potentially lethal abnormal arrhythmia after heart attacks.
Another role played by Taurine is maintaining the correct composition of bile and solubility of cholesterol.  It helps stabilize cell membranes  and seems to have some antioxidant and detoxifying activity.  It also  helps the movement of potassium, sodium, calcium and magnesium in and  out of cells, which helps generate nerve impulses.  Taurine is necessary for chemical reactions that produce normal vision. Deficiencies are  associated with retinal degeneration and age-related cataracts. (Feline  formula only; canines produce their own Taurine.)

 

VITAMIN A See Beta-Carotene.

 

VITAMIN B COMPLEX Necessary for carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism.  Helps the  functioning of the nervous system; maintains muscle tone in the  gastrointestinal tract; maintains the health of skin, coat, eyes, mouth  and liver.  Contains folic acid.

 

VITAMIN B1 (THIAMINE) Essential for normal functioning of the heart, nerves, muscles, skin and digestive system.  Necessary for carbohydrate metabolism.

 

VITAMIN B2 (RIBOFLAVIN) Necessary for carbohydrate-fat-protein metabolism, and antibody and red  blood cell formation.  Good for healthy eyes, skin, and coat.

 

VITAMIN B3 (NIACIN) Promotes growth, proper functioning of the nervous system, maintenance  of healthy skin, tongue, digestive system, and carbohydrate-fat-protein  metabolism.

 

VITAMIN B5 (PANTOTHENIC ACID) Assists in the release of energy from carbohydrates, fats, and  proteins.   Aids in the utilization of some vitamins, stimulates growth, and aids in the formation of antibodies.

 

VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) Necessary for carbohydrate-fat-protein metabolism, antibody and red  blood cell formation, and aids in digestion. B6 also helps maintain  balance of sodium and phosphorus.

 

VITAMIN B12 Essential for normal formation of red blood cells,  carbohydrate-fat-protein metabolism, and good appetite.  B12 maintains  fertility, promotes normal growth and development, and prevents nerve  damage by maintaining the fatty sheaths that protect nerve endings.

 

VITAMIN C (ESTER C™) A powerful antioxidant that also protects other antioxidants such as  Vitamin E.  The cells of the brain and spinal cord, which frequently  incur free radical damage, can be protected by significant amounts of  Vitamin C.  In addition to its role as an antioxidant, Vitamin C also  increases the synthesis of Interferon, a natural anti-viral substance  produced by the body, and stimulates the activity of certain key immune  cells.  Vitamin C is a key factor in many immune functions, including  white blood cell function and Interferon levels. Due to its antioxidant  properties, it combats the effects of free radicals while lowering the  risk of cataracts and promoting cell growth and tissue repair.

 

VITAMIN E An essential fat-soluble vitamin that includes eight naturally occurring compounds, and each of these compounds exhibit different biological  activities.  The most widely accepted biological function of Vitamin E  is related to its antioxidant activities.  Vitamin E is the most  effective chain breaking lipid-soluble antioxidant in the biological  membrane.  It contributes to membrane activity, protecting critical  cellular structures against damage from oxygen free radicals.
Deficiencies in Vitamin E may lead to reproductive failure, nutritional  “muscular dystrophy,” hemolytic anemia, and neurological and  immunological abnormalities.

 

WHEY PROTEIN The importance of protein in any carnivore’s diet cannot be understated, for it is critical in building and maintaining muscle mass and other  necessary metabolic functions.  Protein deficiencies can lead to  retarded skeletal and muscle growth and a weakened immune system, which  causes susceptibility to infections and degenerative diseases.  (Feline  formula)

 

ZINC Zinc is a component of almost one hundred enzymes involved in metabolic  processes, most of which work with the red blood cells to move carbon  dioxide from the tissue to the lungs.  Zinc, functioning as an important antioxidant, promotes normal growth and development, aids in  wound-healing, enhances cell division, repair and growth, and maintains  normal levels of Vitamin A in the blood.  It also helps to synthesize  DNA and RNA.  Zinc deficiencies have been linked to prostate  hypertrophy, cancer, slow recovery from head injuries, diabetes,  arthritis, and reduced immune system responses.  

 

More info from NuVet

Major considerations in formulating NuVet Plus®  were the human grade quality of ingredients and their nutritional  values, as well as the bio digestibility and utilization into the  cellular framework. We also considered the chemicals and toxins that  find their way into our animals’ food. NuVet Plus® was formulated to combat these harmful pollutants.
NuVet Labs® has designed a cutting edge formula that we believe  will help increase your pet’s longevity and quality of life. Our  scientists performed extensive research and experiments with a variety  of vitamins, minerals, enzymes and herbs, until they created NuVet Plus®, which provides a powerful synergistic defense against the harm caused by free radicals.