Omnia Paratus Doberman Kennels

11/07/2025

10/28/2025

As we approach November 1st in this Schumer Government Shut Down…some 40+ million Americans (including some of our military , disabled veterans, handicapped, elderly and those in sincere need) will not be receiving their ‘food stamps’, by whatever name.
A caller, called in to the Alex Jones show today saying he had never called before but that God told him to ‘love thy neighbor’ & Fill the Food Banks….even if just a bag of rice. That is exactly what I did.
This way, we can stand with our fellow Americans when they are in need.
Everyone, this is Good versus Evil.
What the Democrats mean for evil, God will turn to good! Think about it …if we helped each other when the going gets tough . *I am not talking about generational welfare and those that can work but choose not too…
I have never been to our local food bank and was pleasantly surprised …
I ask everyone who can, please go out today or tomorrow and take what you can to your local Food Bank/Food Pantry before the reality hits these families.
For the Country Music people…”if we had a front porch like we did back then…At least we could all be friends “
This sweet young man at our little pantry was happy to be of service ❤️

06/15/2025

I am very humbled and honored…the AKC Published this 2-3 weeks ago 💖

Laural Harris, DMD, of Omnia Paratus Doberman, has owned Doberman Pinschers for over 40 years. She loves their intelligence and versatility.

01/07/2025

Just have to share! We had a beautiful litter on December 30th...look at the variety of colors!🐾💕

04/03/2023

You work 8 hours to live 4.
You work 6 days to enjoy 1.
You work 8 hours to eat in 15 minutes.
You work 8 hours to sleep 5.
You work all year just to take a week or two vacation.
You work all your life to retire in old age,
And contemplate only your last breaths.
Eventually you realize that life is nothing but a parody of yourself practicing for your own oblivion.
We have become so accustomed to material and social slavery that we no longer see the chains.
Life is a short journey, live it! Collect memories, not material things!

03/21/2019

Good Morning Everyone :) I apologize for not posting in quite some time...And for the length of these articles as Posts to our page.

The first couple months of this year have been incredibly busy and has left no time for 'catch up'. But, I want to let all of you know about the FDA's warning regarding the possible link of Grain-Free & BEG (Boutique & Grain-Free Diets) and DCM -Dilated Cardiomyopathy. I am afraid that this hits too close to home! We all try to provide the Very Best of EVERYTHING to our 4 legged family members and best friends and I feel like this is a very important key or tool that we can use to be at least informed consumers. I am sorry for the length of this. Please let me know if you have any questions!
******THIS IS COPIED DIRECTLY FROM THE AKC WEBSITE. I AM ALSO SHARE THE LINK FROM THE FDA'S INVESTIGATION.*******
What Dog Owners Need to Know About the FDA’s Grain-Free Diet Alert
By Anna Burke
Mar 07, 2019 | 2 Minutes
diet
safety
health
The FDA launched an investigation into potential links between canine heart disease and diet — specifically grain-free diets. We’ve compiled the information you need to know to understand this recent development.
What is the FDA Investigating?
It is easy to jump to conclusions anytime we see an FDA headline about pet food. After all, our dog’s health is essential to us, and we know that diet can make a big difference in a dog’s well-being. We reached out to Dr. Jerry Klein, the Chief Veterinary Officer of the AKC, to hear his thoughts on the investigation.
“The FDA is investigating a potential dietary link between canine dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) and dogs eating certain grain-free pet foods. The foods of concern are those containing legumes such as peas or lentils, other legume seeds, or potatoes listed as primary ingredients. The FDA began investigating this matter after it received reports of DCM in dogs that had been eating these diets for a period of months to years. DCM itself is not considered rare in dogs, but these reports are unusual because the disease occurred in breeds of dogs not typically prone to the disease.”
After the advisory, 149 new cases of DCM were reported to the FDA.
What is Dilated Cardiomyopathy?
Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) is a type of canine heart disease that affects the heart muscle. The hearts of dogs with DCM have a decreased ability to pump blood, which often results in congestive heart failure.
Some breeds, especially large and giant breeds, have a predisposition to DCM. These breeds include Doberman Pinschers, Great Danes, Newfoundlands, Irish Wolfhounds, and Saint Bernards. While DCM is less common in medium and small breeds, English and American Cocker Spaniels are also predisposed to this condition.
When early reports from the veterinary cardiology community indicated that recent, atypical cases in breeds like Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers, Whippets, Bulldogs, and Shih Tzus all consistently ate grain alternatives in their diets, the FDA took notice.
Should you be Concerned About Grain-Free Diets?
According to Dr. Klein, “At this time, there is no proof that these ingredients are the cause of DCM in a broader range of dogs, but dog owners should be aware of this alert from the FDA. The FDA continues to work with veterinary cardiologists and veterinary nutritionists to better understand the effect, if any, of grain-free diets on dogs.”
In the Dec. 1 version of the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, Lisa M. Freeman, DVM, Ph.D., DACVN, provided an update to the research on DCM and emphasized the issue is not just grain-free diets. She calls the suspected diets “BEG” diets (boutique companies, exotic ingredients, or grain-free diets).
“The apparent link between BEG diets and DCM may be due to ingredients used to replace grains in grain-free diets, such as lentils or chickpeas, but also may be due to other common ingredients commonly found in BEG diets, such as exotic meats, vegetables, and fruits,” Freeman wrote.
Freeman emphasizes that although there appears to be an association between DCM and BEG diets, the relationship has not yet been proven, and other factors may be equally or more important.
As a general rule of thumb, the best thing you can do for your dog’s dietary health is to consult your veterinarian, not the internet. Together you can weigh the pros and cons of your dog’s diet and if necessary monitor your dog for signs of DCM. Cases of DCM in dogs related to a specific diet can be reported to the FDA via their Safety Reporting Portal.

Again, please let me know if you have any questions...I will try to answer them :)

03/21/2019

FDA WARNING: POTENTIAL CONNECTION BETWEEN GRAIN-FREE & BEG (BOUTIQUE & GRAIN-FREE) DIET AND CASES OF CANINE HEART DISEASE
***Here is the article from the FDA. You can find it on fda.gov to view it in their format...It did not share to this page.
***Here is the article from the FDA. You can find it on fda.gov to view it in their format...It did not share to this page.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Animal & Veterinary
Home Animal & Veterinary News & Events CVM Updates
FDA Investigating Potential Connection Between Diet and Cases of Canine Heart Disease
July 12, 2018
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is alerting pet owners and veterinary professionals about reports of canine dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs eating certain pet foods containing peas, lentils, other legume seeds, or potatoes as main ingredients. These reports are unusual because DCM is occurring in breeds not typically genetically prone to the disease. The FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine and the Veterinary Laboratory Investigation and Response Network, a collaboration of government and veterinary diagnostic laboratories, are investigating this potential association.
Canine DCM is a disease of a dog’s heart muscle and results in an enlarged heart. As the heart and its chambers become dilated, it becomes harder for the heart to pump, and heart valves may leak, leading to a buildup of fluids in the chest and abdomen. DCM often results in congestive heart failure. Heart function may improve in cases that are not linked to genetics with appropriate veterinary treatment and dietary modification, if caught early.
The underlying cause of DCM is not truly known, but is thought to have a genetic component. Breeds that are typically more frequently affected by DCM include large and giant breed dogs, such as Great Danes, Boxers, Newfoundlands, Irish Wolfhounds, Saint Bernards and Doberman Pinschers. It is less common in small and medium breed dogs, except American and English Cocker Spaniels. However, the cases that have been reported to the FDA have included Golden and Labrador Retrievers, Whippets, a Shih Tzu, a Bulldog and Miniature Schnauzers, as well as mixed breeds.
Diets in cases reported to the FDA frequently list potatoes or multiple legumes such as peas, lentils, other “pulses” (seeds of legumes), and their protein, starch and fiber derivatives early in the ingredient list, indicating that they are main ingredients. Early reports from the veterinary cardiology community indicate that the dogs consistently ate these foods as their primary source of nutrition for time periods ranging from months to years. High levels of legumes or potatoes appear to be more common in diets labeled as “grain-free,” but it is not yet known how these ingredients are linked to cases of DCM. Changes in diet, especially for dogs with DCM, should be made in consultation with a licensed veterinarian.
In the reports the FDA has received, some of the dogs showed signs of heart disease, including decreased energy, cough, difficulty breathing and episodes of collapse. Medical records for four atypical DCM cases, three Golden Retrievers and one Labrador Retriever, show that these dogs had low whole blood levels of the amino acid taurine. Taurine deficiency is well-documented as potentially leading to DCM. The Labrador Retriever with low whole blood taurine levels is recovering with veterinary treatment, including taurine supplementation, and a diet change. Four other cases of DCM in atypical dog breeds, a Miniature Schnauzer, Shih Tzu and two Labrador Retrievers, had normal blood taurine levels. The FDA continues to work with board certified veterinary cardiologists and veterinary nutritionists to better understand the clinical presentation of these dogs. The agency has also been in contact with pet food manufacturers to discuss these reports and to help further the investigation.
The FDA encourages pet owners and veterinary professionals to report cases of DCM in dogs suspected of having a link to diet by using the electronic Safety Reporting Portal or calling their state’s FDA Consumer Complaint Coordinators. Please see the link below about “How to Report a Pet Food Complaint" for additional instructions.
Additional Information
Questions & Answers: FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine’s Investigation into a Possible Connection Between Diet and Canine Heart Disease
How to Report a Pet Food Complaint
Veterinary Laboratory Investigation and Response Network (Vet-LIRN)

**I am going to copy an article from the AKC website as well.