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Animal Hair Analysis for Family Pets, Including Horses
Pet owners understand the importance of a good diet to achieve and maintain peak performance and health. Even when pets are fed the best diet, they can still be exposed to toxic elements through their environment. Sources of such exposure include food storage containers, building materials, treated wood, lead-based paint, pesticides from crop spraying, and land pollution. Pets can be exposed without their owners' knowledge, leading to a build-up of toxicity in their systems, affecting their general well-being and performance.
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You may have already noticed signs of fatigue in your pets, such as panting, lethargy, and dehydration, which can result from mineral imbalances caused by build-up or deficiency.
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Common Statements and Questions
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My pet seems really tired and lethargic.
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My pet is experiencing muscle tremors.
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Why is my pet's coat fading in colour ?
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What affects my pet's performance and health?
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Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
We’re happy to say that the answers to these questions and many more are found in the test results. Pet lovers often understand the importance of proper nutrition, but to be absolutely sure, they opt for testing to save time, money, and future headaches. By using a hair tissue mineral analysis (HTMA) as an accurate screening test, you will get invaluable information about your pet’s health. If used for early detection, it can prevent serious health conditions and highlight the long-term effects of diet, stress, and toxic metal exposure.
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Common Problems with Pets, Including Horses
You may have read about the influence of magnesium deficiency in pets or wondered about keeping a senior pet healthy. Mineral deficiency is well known and can cause abnormal cartilage or bone development, particularly in younger animals, leading to poor performance and health issues. Keeping pets can be costly, so disease prevention over cure is both a lifesaver and a money saver. Once the problem is identified, we use our extensive knowledge and expertise to recommend the necessary supplements to get your pets back on track.
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Getting a hair mineral analysis for your pets is essential for keeping them in great health. The cost of prevention with HTMA will always be cheaper than the vet's bill.
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Taking a Hair Sample
Firstly, the hair must be untreated, washed, rinsed thoroughly, and completely dried. Next, cut small portions as close to the skin as possible, avoiding areas where any treatments are applied. Sterilise scissors to avoid contamination. The required amount of hair needed for testing is half a gram, as close to the root, at a length of no more than 6 cm. This reflects the most recent metabolic activity. Place the sample in the collection envelope provided and discard any remaining hair.
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