My grudge is not with the product (well - not that I know of yet, only a blood test with hopefully positive results will determine that).
I have emailed a question (about three weeks ago now) regarding one ingredient in the Nutra Thrive Cat Powder and have YET to receive a response.
Ironically my question was posed in the email as a response to, "Let us hear from you." Not overly impressed with the treatment from this institution (I guess they really don't care to hear from you or nobody is reading and monitoring the emails incoming).
Of course, I will still get a blood test done on my cat to see how her organs are doing with the influx of this supplement powder.
The product itself, thus far, has caused some positive behavior changes in my little four-legged fuzzy fur, for she is no longer scratching her ears as though she has mites (and I had her checked, she doesn't). She no longer scratches her neckline frequently as though she is infested with fleas.
So my speculation is her allergies have tapered off by this supplement. I am not even giving her the entire little recommended daily cup that's in the product container. Rather she is only getting the amount fitting on the tip of a knife. At any rate, I would still like my answer reference my concern with the ingredient Cholecalciferol - i.e., what is a toxic amount? And how is the amount of "toxic" calculated (i.e., ml per lbs?)?
Definition below:
Cholecalciferol is one of the most potent mouse and rat poisons on the market. When ingested in toxic amounts, cholecalciferol, or activated vitamin D3, can cause life-threatening elevations in blood calcium and left untreated can result in kidney failure.
Side Effects Cholecalciferol
Lethargy.
Inappetance.
Vomiting.
Diarrhea.
Weakness.
Increased thirst and urination.
Kidney failure.
Signs to look out for with vitamin D poisoning include:
Not eating or decreased appetite.
Excessive or decreased thirst and urination.
Weakness or lethargy.
Dehydration.
Bad breath.
Vomiting.
Diarrhea.
Weight loss.
Bottom Line: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Company Response from Ultimate Pet Nutrition
Hi June, I'm Shayne from Ultimate Pet Nutrition. I wanted to formally apologize that your question went unanswered! We do our best to make sure that all customers are responded to, so I am so sorry that you went through this experience. I'd first like to mention that I'm thrilled to hear that are you are already experiencing positive improvement in your cat's behavior since starting the product. Regarding your question of Cholecalciferol...There is 75 IU of Vitamin D in the Cholecalciferol in Nutra Thrive for Cats. According to The Association of American Feed Control Officials, the Adult Maintenance Minimum is 280 IU, so we are very far below a toxic amount. Vitamin D is an essential nutrient for cats, which is why we included it in our formula. We absolutely never make a product that was unsafe or harmful. Please e-mail me directly at Shayne@ultimatepetnutrition.com if you have any other questions at all!