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Located in Milton Vermont, we specialize in producing & packaging premium quality extruded products for dogs and cats. Our Product Development team is available to help you bring your new product ideas to market with an emphasis on safety & quality. We are pleased to offer low minimum order size requirements to facilitate the launch of new products for our customers.
Green Mountain Animal, LLC is a complete one-stop shop for all your custom formulation needs for companion animal health products and treats. We are experts in innovative formulation and product quality with the ability to manufacture and source a wide variety of delivery options—including extruded chews, extruded sticks, tablets, capsules, powders, gels and liquids—for your unique product.
As a contract manufacturer of animal health products and treats, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and safety throughout the manufacturing process. Contact us today to learn how we can help you create your custom animal health product or treat.
Why Work with Green Mountain Animal, LLC?
- Science-based company led by seasoned industry and technical experts
- Custom formulations with low minimums and competitive prices
- Private label manufacturing of innovative, consumer driven products
- Core leadership in National Animal Supplement Council (NASC)
- USA-based manufacturer
- We keep our promises
Product Development
Our experienced product development team can assist you with formulating your custom products to make a product that dogs and cats will crave while working within your budget.
Samples
To ensure that your products meet your standards for flavor and texture, we will make small sample batches for you to review. We know your time is valuable so we pride ourselves on our ability to make samples quickly using our small laboratory equipment and our full size extruders.
Compliance
Dale Metz, CEO of Green Mountain Animal, is the Vice President and a founding member of the National Animal Supplement Council. With his 14 years of experience working with the FDA and Center for Veterinary Medicine, we can help you navigate the confusing world of regulatory compliance.
Palatability
Green Mountain Animal has relationships with many of the animal rescue groups in our area so we have an ample supply of taste-testers to give us feed back on our flavors. The best formula in the world will not do any good if the animals will not eat it!
Flexibility
We know that you have great ideas for your new products so our facilities allow for a variety of packaging options to suit your needs. Our equipment can handle small or large batch sizes so you do not have to make a major volume commitment when launching a new product.
Full Service
From formulation and ingredient sourcing to packaging and shipping, Green Mountain Animal does it all to provide you with a finished product that is ready to put on the store shelf.
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Does Your Pet Need Supplements?
When you feel like you are coming down with a cold or think that your diet is lacking, it is easy to pop a multivitamin pill or stock up on immune-boosting foods and believe you have your tracks covered. If you rely on supplements, you may wonder if your pet can also benefit from them. Much like in humans, vitamins help a pet’s body to operate properly, regulating everything from muscle growth to digestion. They are essential for maintaining the health of your pet, and also fighting any particular vitamin deficiency that may later contribute to serious health issues.
However, there is the good news: most cats and dogs are probably getting what their bodies need from their pet food. A majority of pet food producers that use good quality ingredients make their food to be well-balanced with nutrients, offering the right quantity of minerals and nutrients you pets need to always stay happy and healthy.
In fact, supplementing can actually be dangerous because even though not having enough of a certain vitamin can be a problem, having that vitamin in excess can also lead to problems. For this reason, you need to make sure if your pet is actually in need of supplements. Listed below are 3 ways to tell if your pet benefits from a vitamin supplement.
1. Your Pet Is Diagnosed With A Mineral Or Vitamin Deficiency
If that is the case then your vet will recommend to you one vitamin supplement, not a multivitamin.
2. You Don’t Buy Commercial Pet Food
As mentioned before, there are many pet food manufacturers that produce pet foods that contain well-balanced nutrition, which may not always be available if you prepare your pet’s meals yourself. Even though homemade foods are a much healthier option, it may become difficult for you to calculate exactly how much of each vitamin your dog is getting or needs. In such a case, a multivitamin can be the answer.
3. Your Pet Is Diagnosed With A Disease That Can Be Cured With A Supplement
For instance, a pet with dermatosis might respond to zinc. However, before purchasing any pet supplements, make sure to consult with your vet for suggestions, and only use supplements upon your veterinarian’s advice.
4. Your pet is experiencing joint discomfort
Older pets, especially dogs, become more vulnerable to joint pain. If it sounds like your own pet, it is time for you to consult your veterinarian for supplements that are good for joint health. Whatever situation you are faced with, it is best to first talk to your vet regarding the best supplements. Plus, the professional will always tell you how much of it to give to your pet and the frequency of each dosage. Your vet will go through your pet’s medical history and present physical health to guide you in the right direction. If you are purchasing pet supplements on your own, make sure to read the label and know the name of the ingredient that you are looking for.
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Debunking the Top Myths about Pet Supplements
Misleading information about pet supplements has led to the creation of many absurd myths regarding the subject. Many pet owners still consider pet supplements to be unsafe and not as effective as they claim to be. In reality, dietary supplements are greatly beneficial to the health of your pets. They play an important role in strengthening the immunity of your pets and nourish them to overcome nutritional deficiencies.
Our pets’ diet may be lacking in important nutrients that could lead to harmful effects such as bone disorders, cardiovascular complications, and other physical and mental deficiencies. Pet supplements can remedy these health problems as they contain all the necessary vitamins, probiotics, antioxidants and minerals your dog or cat needs to function optimally. There are many supplement labels that are too confusing to comprehend. Make sure you buy all pet supplements from trusted sources so as not to harm the well-being of your pets.
Here are the top myths about pet supplements
A popular myth rejects the use of pet supplement because they are not safe to use. This is nothing, but a misconception. Since pet supplements are manufactured after years of research and trials; it is absurd to believe that a dietary supplement would have any detrimental effects on your pet’s health.
However, it is recommended that you follow your vet’s prescribed dosage. It is also important that you give your pets a nutritional diet and treat supplements as
medication to treat deficiencies and to improve the symptoms of underlying conditions.
Pet Supplements are not safe
A popular myth rejects the use of pet supplement because they are not safe to use. This is nothing, but a misconception. Since pet supplements are manufactured after years of research and trials; it is absurd to believe that a dietary supplement would have any detrimental effects on your pet’s health.
However, it is recommended that you follow your vet’s prescribed dosage. It is also important that you give your pets a nutritional diet and treat supplements as medication to treat deficiencies and to improve the symptoms of underlying conditions.
They are not Effective
Another concern while buying pet supplements is whether a specific pet supplement will actually work or not. Many pet owners look at pet supplements as a mere waste of money.
In reality, pet supplements offer a wide range of benefits to make sure your pets stay in the best of shape. Dietary supplements such as multivitamins support the overall health of your pet while a few supplements are produced to fortify the joint health of your pets (particularly dogs).
If your pet is lethargic and is struggling with uncomfortable symptoms, consult your vet who can prescribe a good quality supplement to improve your pet’s health.
Pets don’t like Supplements
Thanks to medical innovation, there is a massive improvement in the way dietary supplements are administered to pets. Conventionally, all pet supplements came in as capsules or powders, which made it a bit difficult for pet owners to give to their animal companions.
However, modern dietary pet supplements are available in the form of soft chewable tablets. Moreover, many supplements can easily be hidden in pet food.
Younger Pets do not need Supplements
According to another popular myth, only aging pets require supplements. This is not entirely true. Sometimes, a younger pet, such as a cat or a dog, is also prescribed dietary supplements to deal with skin and joint diseases.
Final Thoughts
Although supplements are a relatively a newer category in the pet industry, there are many successful brands that are creating the safest and most nutritious supplements. Once you begin to observe the benefits of pet supplements, you will continue to use them to improve the health of your pet.
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