Sasha's Blend Joint Health Powder for Relief of Arthritis in Dogs - 250g

Veterinary Endorsement:
"We have been using Sashas Blend for 7 years as our 1st choice nutraceutical for mild to moderate arthritis with almost 100% owner compliance and satisfaction with the pain relief achieved for their pet".
- Dr. Michaela Keen BVSc, Lambton Veterinary Clinic, NSW.

How does Sasha's Blend work?

• Sashas Blend reduces pain and inflammation;
• Protects joints from breakdown associated with arthritis and other inflammatory cartilage conditions;
• Increases cartilage cell viability and decrease the loss of GAG's from the cartilage matrix (reduces cartilage breakdown)
• Inhibits Nitric Oxide Production (reduces the pain sensation and damaging oxidation of cell membranes within the joint)
• Safe to take Long term - Protects the stomach and other organs (components of Sashas Blend are known to help protect the gastro-intestinal tract and other organs)

What happens when Sasha's Blend stimulates healthy joint function?
The viscosity of synovial fluid is improved and cushions the joint and prevents wear and tear to the cartilage. This will reduce symptoms of stiffness when arising and improve the ability to jump and run etc

1 x 250g tub contains approx 110 level teaspoons of powder. This will last a 20kg dog approximately 145 days! Compared with other joint health products, Sasha's Blend is very cost effective.

How do I give it to my pet?
Sashas Blend is easy to give your pet. It is in powder form and pets generally love the taste. Depending on the weight of your pet for instance a 30kg dog would need one teaspoon of powder mixed with food or drink once a day. For the first week we recommend start on half the dose and then build up to the full dose.

What if my pet does not eat his food with Sashas Blend in it?
If giving a dry food diet, or your pet is a fussy eater, mix the powder with moist food or liquid or roll into a treat eg: bread/ham/cheese.

If this fails mix into a paste as follows: 
Spoon a weeks worth into a cup and mix into a dry paste with a little olive oil or natural yoghurt. Roll into balls and store in an airtight jar in the fridge. These then can be given directly into the mouth or more easily hidden in food or a treat.

Can I bake treats that include Sashas Blend?
NO YOU CANNOT!! Sorry, but the actives are very, very delicate and are damaged by any heating in food and or water above 30ºC. If your pet won't eat it mixed in with their food then make it into balls and hide it in a treat . You can add it to warm food (below 30ºC) just before serving but please don't cook it in anything.

How long does it take to work?
There should be improved joint function and restoration of mobility within two to four weeks of taking Sashas Blend. In some animals a positive effect can be seen in as little as three days. In chronic cases it may take up to two months to see a significant improvement.

Can Sashas Blend be used in pregnant animals?
Sashas Blend is not recommended for use in pregnant animals.

Allergy precautions
Do not give to your animals that have an allergy to shellfish or marine products.

Is Sashas Blend expensive?
Sashas Blend is very cost effective - its doesnt cost the world! For a 20kg dog on Sashas Blend it costs approximately $0.38 per day. The powder is easily mixed with food once a day. When comparing products don't look at unit cost, look at cost per dose because some products require high dose rates to be effective and therefore the cost per dose becomes more expensive. Sashas Blend is formulated on Science, so dose rates are determined based on weight and what we know the body is able to absorb.

Can Sashas Blend be used in conjunction with other nutritional supplements or specialist diet pet foods?
YES, Sashas Blend is a veterinary medicine that treats arthritic symptoms. Arthritis is a medical ailment that requires a veterinary medicine specifically for treatment of the disease, not a pet food or treat. The ability to increase/decrease dose rates without impacting on the calorific intake is integral as obesity is one of the largest causes of joint disease. Many specialist diet foods contain only low levels of chondroprotective agents, omega based ingredients, or only one or two GAGs such as glucosamine and/or chondroitin. Quite simply Interpath formulations are not based just on level of GAG and /or Omega - the constituents have been scientifically formulated to maximise effectiveness.

Can Sashas Blend be used with other pharmaceuticals (in particular NSAIDs)?
Sashas Blend can be used very effectively in conjunction with other medications including non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and cartrophen (pentosan polysulphate). Sashas Blend, because of its potent anti-inflammatory properties, can be used to decrease the dosage of NSAIDs and help reduce the risk of possible side effects with this group of pharmaceuticals. It is possible to wean patients off NSAIDs with the use of Sashas Blend. Sashas Blend is a safe long-term treatment option. NSAIDs are still highly effective in dealing with acute pain and inflammation

Why should I use Sashas Blend?
Because it is scientifically formulated with full safety and peer reviewed and published effi cacy studies undertaken. It is a natural blend of marine concentrates that have been scientifically formulated and proven to treat joint pain, inflammation as well as providing necessary chondroprotective properties. You can be CONFIDENT because it works, it's safe, it's cost eff ective.

Why is Sashas Blend more effective than Glucosamine or Chondroitin extract products?
Glucosamine and chondroitin sulphate are only two of the Glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) which are essential building blocks for joints and cartilage. Sashas Blend contains the full range of bioactive GAGs essential for joint health. These include - keratin (essential binding agent), dermaten, glucosamine and chondroitin. Sashas Blend also has proven anti-inflammatory, chondroprotective and pain relieving properties. Sashas Blend is the only natural product with a proven ability to suppress Nitric Oxide (this is vital in pain suppression, anti-inflammation and viability of chondrocytes (cartilage) and synoviocytes (synovial membrane).

Please allow two business days for orders to be shipped.

Returns

We guarantee that the product you receive is without faults and can be utilised for the intended purpose.

Your complete satisfaction is our top priority! We accept change of mind returns within 60 days of the sale date. If your product is damaged or not as described we will gladly exchange it for an alternative or provide a refund. All we ask is that the product is not used or expired, is in the same condition you received it and is in the original box and/or packaging. If a product is dead on arrival, please let us know within 7 days of receipt.

For products under warranty, please get in touch and we will help with repairs or returns.

For all returns inquiries, please contact us. Once your return is received, you will receive a refund (excluding the original and return postage), along with an email confirmation, or an exchange, as per your request.

Please allow up to 14 days from receipt of returned products for refunds to be made.

Return to Sender: Any item that is marked Return to Sender for any reason (for example, refusal at address, incorrect address or unclaimed) will be refunded upon return to our warehouse.

Change of Mind returns: We understand, it happens to all of us from time to time. We will provide refunds for your return as long as it is in "as-new" condition, including its original internal and external packaging and user manuals. Returns will be refunded, minus the original shipping fees.

Making changes and cancelling an order: Please take care when placing orders. Customer service is our highest priority for the large number of orders we process every day. Unfortunately, due to the nature of our automation, we are unable to make changes or cancel orders once they are placed. Orders are processed in real time by a 3rd party so that we can get them to you accurately and quickly.

If you need to change your order, please let our team know and we will let you know our returns process. It is important that you do not return your order via “Return to Sender” as this will incur delays.

In cases of "change of mind" or wrong item or size has been selected, we will accept returns as long as the item purchased is in its original packaging and condition.

Change of mind returns cannot be accepted if the product is no longer in brand new, resellable condition. The product will need to be returned in its original condition with all packaging and user manuals so it can be sold as new.

Faulty and Damage.

If a product has been deemed to be damaged or defective on arrival, we (or our local distributor / manufacturer, if applicable) will replace a product or product part if it is found to be either damaged or not working correctly when it is received. Refunds are not provided for products damaged after delivery.

We request that you retain the packaging your items comes in for the duration of the warranty period so that, in the unlikely event that you will need to return an item for repair or replacement, you will have adequate packaging available to do so.

Goods returned for refund or exchange must be received within 60 business days from the date of purchase and are subject to the following criteria:

- All goods returned must be in new, unopened condition with all seals intact.

- Used, damaged or soiled returns will not be accepted and will be returned at the customer’s expense.

- Customers are responsible for postage costs associated with returning goods for refund or exchange (errors excluded).

- Lucky Pet accepts no responsibility for loss or damage caused during return transit.

As per consumer law we are unable to accept returns on items such as toys and other items where health and safety regulations prevent us from being able to re-sell items. (Excluding warranty items or any cases we make an error).

A refund or replacement will not be provided if products are being misused, mishandled or mistakenly installed. Customers are responsible for following the instructions and advice given by the manufacturers. We thank you as by co-operating with our procedure we can ensure an easy return or warranty claim process.

Returns and refunds will be processed within fourteen business days of receipt of the returned item/s.

Please do not return items by COD or Return to Sender - contact us before you return anything.

Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

Active Constituents: Stablised Green Lipped Mussel 150g, Abalone 50g, Shark Cartilage 50g.

Administration: Mixed well with food or drink.

Dosage: Dogs: Up to 10kg; 1/2 teaspoon daily. 11 to 20kg; 3/4 teaspoon daily. 21-30 kg; 1 level teaspoon daily. 31-40 kg; 1 1/4 teaspoons daily. 41-50kg; 1 1/2 teaspoons daily.

Note: give half the recommended dose for the first week of use.