Benefits of Animal Blood Proteins: Dog Supplements #ad

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This isn’t meant to be a “scary Halloween themed post about blood” but a serious post about animal blood proteins (plasma, serum, albumin, IgG and IgA) and the benefits for dogs. #ad

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WINPRO introduced themselves to our pack about a month ago and we started giving one of the supplements, Immunity, to all three dogs. Immunity is one of their supplements used for gut health – I chose this one to try since Walt and Bruisy have some IBD related concerns. As recommended we gave them both one chew a day (for dogs under 20 pounds).

I honestly didn’t know a lot of animal blood proteins – and why these have an impact on inflammation. And as you know inflammation causes anxiety, allergies, joint pain, gut issues and muscle/lung fatigue.

 

Scientific Proof:

I learned that WINPRO supplements are powered by K-Thrive Formula D, a unique blend of animal blood proteins. I asked for some third-party research as well that you all can review: click here.

Since the topic is complex I asked them to answer some questions for my readers about the efficacy of the product and where it all started. And also how the active ingredient makes an impact and what production looks like. How this active ingredient works is pretty remarkable.

Q&A with Tim Mitchum:

Q. How/Why did you launch WINPRO?

A. WINPRO founder Bill Bernardo, while working for a company in the horse industry, saw how well animal blood proteins worked combatting the harmful effects of stress and inflammation in hard-ridden performance horses. Owning four dogs of his own, he left that company and eventually developed WINPRO for dogs.

As he guessed, the animal blood proteins (serum, plasma, IgG, etc.) found in WINPRO worked even better in dogs since they are easier to dose due to smaller body size/weight and the fact that dogs are carnivores and love blood while horses (being herbivores) do not.  And nothing in nature works as well as blood proteins in helping protect mammals from inflammation-related health issues typically caused by prolonged exposure to stress.

In developing the different WINPRO products, Bill was guided by where the science showed blood proteins did the most good…and these are some of the most common and most nagging problems dog owners deal with.

Since WINPRO products are made with blood proteins, they provide biological vs. nutritional benefits. So instead of “feeding more groceries” you feed biological benefits to your dogs in the form of an all-natural soft chew they love to eat.

Q. Please tell us more about Immunity – and the dogs (or illnesses like IBD) that will benefit from this supplement? Which cases have you seen make the biggest difference?

A. Our Immunity product’s goal is to maintain a healthy gut and when the dog’s gut becomes compromised (as often happens) WINPRO returns the gut to normal as fast as possible. When it’s functioning normally, the dog’s gut is inflammation-free and digestion (nutrient extraction) is optimized. So the dog gets more out of the food it eats. And a perfectly functioning gut eliminates issues like loose stools, vomiting, and gas among other things which are symptoms of unhealthy gut function.

We see great results from family dogs who have chronic loose stool (possibly from diet & anxiety) as well as competitive and service dogs who get loose stool due to stress. IBD, in general, is caused by the gut not functioning properly. Our Immunity product restores the gut to normal and helps get rid of gut-related issues.  

Q. In very simple terms, can you please explain animal blood proteins?

A. The unique blend of animal blood proteins found in WINPRO is called K-Thrive. K-Thrive contains some of nature’s most potent blood proteins including serum, plasma, IgG, IgA, and albumin. All K-Thrive blood components are taken from porcine blood collected in the United States.

Because of their biological benefits, blood fractions have significant value and food-grade IgG, for example, can sell for $50 a pound. Lastly, most drug starter cultures (for both dogs and humans) are made from blood proteins. So their use in medical applications has a long and rich history.

K-Thrive is what helps WINPRO products work fast and it is the primary active ingredient in each WINPRO formula. Its role is to reduce inflammation so the other active ingredients in each WINPRO product can work directly on the problem area being treated. This one-two punch is unique to WINPRO and WINPRO is the only blood protein supplement line on the market.

Here is a really simple way to think about K-Thrive.  Stress (no matter what form, toxins, activity, injury etc. sends a signal to the dog’s system (cells)  to go and cause havoc (inflammation) in the dog, K-Thrive actively interrupts the line of communication.  Cuts the dispatcher’s cord so to say. This process allows the dog to return to a normal state faster.

Q. What is the most compelling evidence when it comes to Immunity?

A. Our Immunity products goal is to return the dog’s gut to normal as fast as possible. When it’s functioning normally, then it is essentially running perfectly. A perfectly functioning gut eliminates issues like loose stools, vomiting, and gas among other things which are symptoms of unhealthy gut function.  

While no clinical studies of WINPRO Immunity have yet been done in gestating or lactating females, we have breeders who swear by our Immunity product during and after pregnancy. During pregnancy to help the gut handle the increased amount of food intake and better absorption of nutrients, and after pregnancy, the bitch can ingest an enormous amount of bacteria from two activities. 1) when cleaning up after birth and 2) the ongoing waste ingesting from the stimulating process the puppies need in order to relieve the digest tract.  Our product essentially helps eliminates these issues to benefit both the bitch and the breeder. In addition, studies in lactating female pigs at Iowa State University showed additional benefit to the offspring in the form of stronger, more robust immune systems.

Q. Production process: This is really key, how you obtain blood proteins, can you please expand on this for my readers?

A. We source all our blood proteins through USDA inspected abattoirs located in the American Midwest. As quickly after collection as possible, blood is run through a centrifuge and transported in refrigerated tankers to nearby processing facilities. Here the blood is further spun to extract fractions used in WINPRO including IgG, Serum, Plasma, etc. These fractions are spray dried (an important initial kill step) to create shelf-stable powder free from contaminants, bacteria, salmonella, coliforms and E. coli. In addition, all lots of K-Thrive (our unique and proprietary blend of blood proteins) is sent to a third-party lab for independent analysis and safety checks. Lastly, when K-Thrive is further processed into chew form at our contract manufacturer, final analytical testing is done under strict FDA guidelines to ensure safety and wholesomeness of finished products.

Q. How are blood proteins different or better than a daily probiotic?

A. Probiotics are great and we are big fans of using probiotics for dogs. Specifically, refrigerated yogurt so you don’t have any denaturing and the cultures are alive and will actually benefit the dog.  While probiotics work by introducing good bacteria into the gut to aid in digestion, blood proteins attach to receptor sites in the gut ready to actively attack inflammation via bloodstream when needed. Using both probiotics AND blood proteins in combination is a really powerful gut health combo.  Probiotics will do nothing for inflammation-related issues so they are completely focused on two different issues.

You can buy these supplements at: www.winpropet.com and Amazon. 

My three dogs can use a boost so we’re continuing to give the product daily to all three. Post comments below please! Have you heard of animal blood proteins?

Resources: 

https://winpropet.com/blogs/news/tips-for-restoring-gut-health-in-dogs

https://winpropet.com/blogs/news/caring-for-dogs-with-arthritis

https://winpropet.com/blogs/news/7-reasons-why-dog-owners-are-switching-to-winpro-blood-protein-supplements

Disclaimer: We received treats and compensation as part of their blogger program in exchange for an honest review.  I only share information about products that I believe in and already fit into our doggie lifestyle and routine. The giveaway will be announced Sunday. 

 
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