Thornton
Enterprises, LLC l Flint River Ranch Distributor # 123363
Top 10 Reasons To
Choose Flint River Ranch
Do you have a pet or pets that
you truly care about? So do we - that's why we started
this business and that's why we've made it our mission
to provide your pets with the healthiest possible premium
foods made with only the finest all natural, human-grade
ingredients.
Unfortunately, many commercial
pet food manufacturers fail to share our goal, putting
more effort into misleading marketing and shaving expenses
at the cost of quality. That's why it's so important
to educate yourself on exactly what your pets are eating
and what goes into your pet's food.
Not all premium pet foods are
created equal. We truly believe our Flint River Ranch
wellness formulas for dogs and cats stand far above
the competition, but rather than overload you with all
the research and reasons for why you should be feeding
your animal companions Flint River Ranch, we've condensed
the information into the top ten key points why you
should switch to Flint River Ranch healthy pet foods.
Give your pets a taste delight that will keep them happy,
healthy, and energetic.
10. No Animal By-Products.
Ever.
Animal byproducts are ground, rendered, and cleaned
slaughtered meat carcass parts such as necks, feet,
undeveloped eggs, bones, heads, feathers, and intestines
- yes, by-products are as gross and disgusting as they
sound. In many cases, byproduct meals are derived from
"4-D" meat sources - defined as food animals
that have been rejected for human consumption because
they were presented to the meat packing plant as "Dead,
Dying, Diseased or Disabled."
Animal byproducts are commonly
found in the majority of lower-grade pet foods and treats,
and even many of the larger name brands that market
themselves as "premium pet foods," including
Science Diet, Purina (both Purina One and Purina Pro
Plan), and Iams / Eukanuba. All Flint River Ranch premium
pet foods and pet treats are guaranteed free of animal
byproducts and rendered animal meat.
Flint River Ranch also does not
test any of its pet foods or pet products on laboratory
animals. Unlike some of the larger pet food manufacturers
(Iams, Eukanuba, Science Diet, Purina, etc.), no animals
are destroyed or are involved in any type of medical
surgery or physical invasion during palatability (taste)
testing and evaluation procedures.
Flint River Ranch is proud to
be included on PETA's "Companies That Don't Test
on Animals" list as a pet food manufacturer that
"makes top-quality food for dogs and cats without
harming animals in laboratories." PETA encourages
consumers to drive animal abusers out of business by
buying only from companies like Flint River Ranch.
9. Delivered Fresh To Your
Door.
Convenience is important which is why our pet foods
and products are delivered to your door via our delivery
van or UPS at no additional charge, which means no need
for special trips to the pet store several times a month.
Plus, Flint River Ranch foods are packaged in easy-to-manage
bags of no more than 20 pounds, enabling easy storage
and feeding of our pet formulas, and also making it
possible to order large quantities at lower prices without
the need to carry heavy bags to and from a pet store.
You can even take advantage of
our unique and extremely flexible Auto Shipment scheduled
delivery option to ensure your supply of Flint River
Ranch never runs low.
8. Oven Baked For A Healthier
Taste Delight.
The Flint River Ranch oven-baking process involves "twice-baking"
for uniformity of product before being broken into bite-size
pieces. This process takes more time and is more expensive,
but the good taste (palatability) and smell of the food
and optimal digestibility are baked-in, not sprayed
on. This process also results in better nutrition, more
usable energy for your dogs and cats, and higher digestibility.
Most commercial pet food brands,
on the other hand, spray their pet foods with a combination
of liver, fats, and sugar to encourage the pet to eat
the food. The artificial additives add little more than
a greasy feel and texture to the food and an artificial
taste sensation for your dogs that's generally lacking
in terms of nutrients and efficient digestibility.
The essential minerals in Flint
River Ranch pet food formulas are also chelated for
faster absorption into your pet's system. By being absorbed
more quickly and more easily from your pet's digestive
tract than non-chelated minerals, chelated minerals
make more efficient use of minerals and allow your dog
or cat to receive the full benefits of every essential
mineral for ideal nutritional health.
7. Freshness and Quality Guaranteed
- No Recalls Ever.
Unlike many pet food brands, Flint River Ranch pet foods
and treats are never "warehoused" or left
for weeks (or months) to sit on a pet store shelf -
they are delivered to our distribution centers and prepped
for shipping within two days of manufacture. This guarantees
that the freshest and healthiest possible product arrives
at your door in the shortest period of time.
Flint River Ranch also uses only
the finest human-grade meat and grain sources for the
highest quality pet foods possible. For example, Flint
River purchases its grain sources from major commercial
human foods suppliers like General Mills and then Pillsbury
Company and has the grains tested and certified at the
time of purchase and then retested by specialized labs
to ensure the highest possible quality and to prevent
the possiblity of toxic molds being introduced into
the pet foods.
While pet food formula ingredient
labels will list at least one variety of whole grain
or processed grain, what the labels don't list is the
source and quality of the grains and other ingredients.
Grain is often cheaper when purchased from smaller or
less reputable operations, but the risk of toxic mold
is greater.
Concern over toxins like aflatoxin
in the 2006 Diamond Pet Food Recall, vomitoxin in the
Nature's Recipe recall in the mid 90's, and melamine
(a chemical used to make plastics) in the 2007 Menu
Foods Pet Food Recall is just one of the many reasons
Flint River Ranch goes the extra mile - and spends the
extra time and money - to ensure the safety and quality
of all ingredients used in its foods. No Flint River
Ranch formula has ever been involved in a pet food recall
and we strive to ensure that will never change.
6. No Artificial Colors Or
Dyes.
Coloring agents are often added to pet foods to modify
the appearance of highly processed foods, providing
an artificial "rich and meaty" look in an
attempt to make the food appear more appealing to pet
owners. Even pet brands that market themselves as healthy
and holistic are often guilty of using artificial colors,
including Purina Beneful.
5. No Artificial Chemical Preservatives.
BHA, BHT, and Ethoxyquin are chemical antioxidants designed
to extend the shelf life and reduce fat spoilage (rancidity)
of pet foods and pet treats. Chemical additives and
artificial preservatives such as BHA, BHT, and ethoxyquin
are used in numerous pet food brands - including both
"premium-grade" brands like Science Diet and
Eukanuba as well as lower grade brands like Alpo and
Pedigree - to replace vitamin E, which is removed during
oil processing.
These artificial additives have
significant health risks associated with them. BHA and
BHT may cause allergic reactions and adversely affect
liver and kidney functions, and ethoxyquin has been
found to promote kidney carcinogenesis and significantly
increase the incidence of stomach tumors and enhanced
bladder carcinogesis. The average dog (44 lbs) can consume
26 lbs of preservatives a year!
All Flint River Ranch pet foods
and treats are guaranteed free of BHA, BHT, and Ethoxyquin.
Flint River Ranch uses tocopherols, a natural antioxidant
and Vitamin E source, to slow the oxidation process
of fats and oils to ensure its premium pet food products
remain fresh as in their initial state.
4. Cheaper To Use Than The
Competition.
Because Flint River Ranch premium pet foods are nutrient-dense
with no wasted fillers, pets need 20%-25% less than
comparable pet foods in order to maintain their ideal
weight. This results in Flint River foods being cheaper
to feed than competing pet food brands that initially
appear to cost less. Plus, healthy nutrition can also
mean fewer veterinary bills.
Flint River Ranch also runs a
streamlined operation focused on delivering the freshest,
highest-quality food as quickly as possible to its customers.
And unlike the pet industry goliaths, Flint River Ranch
doesn't spend a fortune on marketing and advertising,
allowing us to use more expensive but higher quality
ingredients without having to charge our customers more.
3. Let Your Pet Tell You.
We're such strong believers in Flint River Ranch premium
pet foods that we encourage you to give your best friend(s)
the Flint River Ranch Taste Test - let your dogs or
cats show you which food they truly prefer. Then, when
they tell you Flint River Ranch is their pick, take
comfort in knowing you'll be feeding them the absolute
best in nutrition and taste and at the best possible
price.
2. No Risk Guarantee.
We guarantee that within 30 days your pet(s) will show
more enthusiasm for eating, have a higher energy level,
sport a glossier coat and softer hair, enjoy a reduction
in "hot spots" and itching from dry skin and
other skin allergies, and produce decreased stool volume
with less clean-up.
If you're less than completely
satisfied with Flint River Ranch foods or products,
we'll provide a full refund (less return shipping and
handling charges).
1. Better Pet Food Because
We Care.
Flint River Ranch has been scientifically formulated
for your pet's optimal appearance and health. We don't
cut corners or costs when it comes to quality because
your pet's vitality and appearance are just as important
to us as they are to you. That's why we started this
business and that's why Flint River Ranch produces optimal
results for your pet's appearance (healthy skin, coat,
teeth, and eyes), energy level, bone and joint health,
immune system vitality, and digestive health - guaranteed.
