It is believed that altering pH of dog urine will help stop the urine from yellowing the lawn. This is a basic misconception of what actually causes dog urine to burn lawns.   Dr. Steve Thompson, Director of the Vet Teaching Clinic; Purdue University has printed a white paper called DOG-ON-IT in which he states  “It is the volume of nitrogen and not the pH of the urine that causes the lawn burn”.

A dog’s diet needs a variety of nutrients, including protein, fat, fiber, vitamins and minerals. Protein accounts for about 50 percent of the dry matter in a dog’s body and is an essential component of every cell in the body. It is important in body structure, such as in muscle, hair, bone and organs. Plus, protein is critical in functions such as defending the body against infections and digesting food. The dietary protein not utilized in support of these functions can be burned as energy.  Although protein is considered necessary for healthy dogs, it is not actually protein that is used, but rather the amino acids of the protein.  Digestion breaks down the protein molecules into amino acids. The amino acids are then absorbed and distributed by the bloodstream to the body cells, which rebuild the amino acids into body components.  The quality of protein depends to a large extent upon its amino acid content. The body can make some amino acids, while others, called essential amino acids, must be supplied by the diet. Ten amino acids considered essential to dogs are histidine, isoleucine, leucine, arginine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan, valine and lysine. Diets that furnish a proper balance of essential amino acids have quality proteins.  The absence of amino acids will influence how dogs utilize their proteins. Protein deficiency symptoms, which are actually amino acids deficiency symptoms, include depressed appetite, poor growth, loss of weight, rough and dull hair & coat.  Not all dog foods provide the proper amounts of essential amino acids in an available form to supply good-quality protein. The combination of two or more protein sources in a dog food generally provides a balanced amino acid profile.  A balanced ratio of plant protein with another plant or animal protein can provide many of the essential amino acids dogs need.

Essential amino acids cannot be manufactured internally and have to be obtained in food.  All amino acids are required for complete digestion of proteins. G-Whiz Neutralizer contains a balance of essential amino acids along with plant sapponins and extracts such as yucca shidigera to improve the quality of proteins in the pet’s diet.  G-Whiz has been proven effective in suppressing unpleasant mouth, breath, fecal and body odors.  G-Whiz does not alter pH, but rather improves quality of the proteins to lower the ammonia in the urine.

There are many products available that claim to reduce urine ammonia internally.  EG: Grass Saver, Grass Guard, Green Um, Lawn Saver to name a few.  They all use an amino acid (dl methionine) as an acidifier to reduce pH. They recommend 133 mg of DL methionine per serving on their labels.  DL Methionine can cause bladder stones and kidney stones if over dosed.  The Center for Veterinary Medicine directs that they must put many of the following warnings on their labels.

1. “Animals predisposed to acidosis should not use this product”

2. “Animals with bladder and kidney dysfunction should not use this product”

3. “Animals on prescription diets should not use this product”

4. “Animals with any known health problems should not use this product”

5. “Dalmatians and cats are very acidic and should not use this product”

6.  Recommend that the customer consult with a veterinarian before using this product.

What is Acidosis?  pH is the measure of how acidic or alkaline (basic) a substance is. Urine with abnormally high or low pH can contribute to the formation of certain types of kidney or bladder diseases. In dogs , the normal pH level should be between 7.0 and 7.5.  Acidosis is an abnormal increase in hydrogen ion concentration in the body, resulting from an accumulation of acid or the loss of the base. It is indicated by a blood pH below the normal range. The various forms of acidosis are named for their causes.

All dogs have 2.5 times more toxins in their bodies than we do.  These toxins contribute to the acidic wastes in our pets, which create “acidosis”, the condition that these companies suggest you not use their products.  Bladder and kidney problems and an impaired immune system are generally a result of acidosis.

“Our world has become laden with toxins, many of which are carcinogens.  Our dogs are exposed to an even higher toxic load than we are; their noses are constantly sniffing the ground, where toxins accumulate.  We throw even more toxins into the mix every time we use pesticides or medications to kill internal parasites, and when we feed them foods heavy with artificial preservatives, colors, and flavors. By the time they are a few years old, our pets have been so exposed to the plethora of toxins that exist in their (and our) world, I think every holistic, long-term health maintenance protocol needs to include an entry period of detoxification”  ….Randy Kidd, DVM, PHD, author of Gut Feelings in The Whole Dog Journal.

G-Whiz DOES NOT use DL Methionine and is safe for all animals without any disclaimers regarding acidosis and contains All Natural active ingredients.