A few weeks ago a customer brought her two King Charles Spaniels in for their grooming appointment. I noticed they were scratching the second they stood still so I asked her about it. She told me they did that all the time and didn’t know why. A few questions later I realized it was their food causing it. Throughout the entire grooming session the dogs were scratching non-stop. I applied aloe to the skin to see if that would offer any relief but to no avail. When she returned to pick them up I advised her to change to Luath’s, the hypoallergic brand of food I carry, and to also give them a supplement that should cure the itching quickly. The supplement I recommended was called Quercetin.
Quercetin is a phytochemical that is part of the coloring found in the skins of apples and red onions. It has been isolated and is sold as a dietary supplement. It contains natural anti-histamine, anti-inflammatory, and anti-carcinogenic effects.
I recommended she give each dog 1 capsule twice daily with food and to come back in 3 weeks for a follow up. When the dogs returned they didn’t itch once the whole time they were there. Their skin even looked better with no signs of dermatitis or dander. Needless to say my customer was very relieved and thankful.
Standard procedure from a vet is to inject the dogs with a steroid to alleviate the symptom. Not only are these injections are dangerous but they can lead to other health problems in the future and don’t actually cure the pet. It’s impossible to know all of your animals allergies so keeping a supply of Quercetin on hand is highly recommended. Give them 2 per day until symptoms reverse. Quercetin can be found at your local health food store.
Related Links:
http://www.solgar.ie/details/211/speciality/quercetin-complex-vegetable-capsules-50
http://nutrition.about.com/od/phytochemicals/p/quercetinprofil.htm
This is the latest press release for Petchums, The Community for Pet Lovers. And this is Barbara, the Managing Director of the website. Read below about her fantastic social networking website for pet lovers everywhere. Visit the site and become a member to share your funny pet stories and add us as friends!
‘’ Fun loving, friendly and fully vaccinated Golden Retriever seeks playmate for walks in the park, chasing games and lazy afternoons on the sofa’’.
Lonely pets everywhere are logging into www.petchums.com, a website created to allow pet owners co-ordinate meetings with other pets in their local area for dog walks, pet sitting and even play dates! ‘’Play dates are very important for the social development of dogs and cats’’ explains Barbara. ‘’Besides it being fun for your pets, it is a great way for people to connect’’. Founded by Barbara Hanly, petchums.com was launched to connect pet-lovers and provide them with a sense of community. Whether you’re away on holiday and need someone to mind Fido or seeking a play buddy for Fluffy, check out Petchums.com for a helping paw.
Petchums.com is free to use and members can create profiles for their pets, upload photos, videos. Other additional pawsome features include groups, expert advice, park descriptions, and discussion forums. Since its launch last October, the site has grown from a young puppy into a thriving online community with over 800 members from the UK & Ireland. Join now today, you’re one click away from a new network of pet adoring friends!
Dogathon is a fundraising fun walk in aid of COPE Galway, for dogs and dog lovers along the prom in Salthill in Galway City and is taking place on Sunday 18th April 2010 at 12pm. Visit their website for more information like…
and any other questions you might have.
Tail Waggers will have a table set up selling loads of their fun toys, treats, and pet accessories so be sure to stop by and say hello.
We had a fantastic time at the Claregalway Market on Sunday. Hundreds of people came and loads of them got free samples of Luath’s Holistic Pet Food from me. Next weekend we’re having a raffle for a Doggie Bag filled with lots of fun stuff for your beloved pet. Stop by the table at the Claregalway Market on Sunday November 22 and enter to win. Also, any bookings I take for a grooming appointment will be 10% off!!
Come visit us at the Clarinbridge Indoor Market in the Cotton Box furniture store on Sundays. We bring loads of great stuff like:
- Lupine Collars and Leads
- Rawhide Bones
- Scallywags Biscuits
- Christmas Toys and Jumpers
- and much more…
Hope to see you there! (:o3
Tail Waggers will be setting up a booth at the Dog Show in Ardrahan, Co. Galway this Sunday July 12. We will be selling most of the great stuff we carry as well as taking appointments for grooming and wellness consultations. We will also be doing nail trims for just €5 and ear cleanings for just €5 euro. Get both and pay only €8.
Some of the great stuff there to buy will be:
- An assortment of KONG toys
- Plush Toys
- Tropiclean Shampoos
- Scallywags Biscuits
- Luath’s Lamb or Chicken and Rice Pet Foods
- and much more…
Visit us at the show and get a coupon for 10% off your next grooming if you book that day!! Hope to see you there!
Before buying a dog research the breed you want and find out if it’s considered High, Medium, or Low Maintenance.
Here are a few examples of breeds that are considered “High Maintenance†and what that means.
- Shih Tzu
- Bichon Frise (pictured above and below)
- Poodle (all sizes)
- King Charles Spaniel
- Cocker Spaniel
- English Spaniel
- Lhasa Apso
- Yorkshire Terrier
- West Highland Terrier
- and many more…
High Maintenance means regular grooming is an absolute must. That consists of a good brush out at home every few days and a full grooming (at my shop) every 4-6 weeks. If this doesn’t appeal to you consider buying a medium to low maintenance breed like a Labrador Retriever, Boxer or Jack Russell Terrier.
By the time most high maintenance dogs get to me they either need large mats shaved out and the rest just trimmed or a complete ‘summer shave down’ because the matting is so bad I can’t tell where the fur stops and the dog starts.
Here is an example of a grooming left too long.
It came off in one huge piece. I do have to say this was one of the better situations where the dog was brushed and washed regularly but the matting got out of control. So thankfully I didn’t have to shave too close to the skin in most areas. Other dogs haven’t been so lucky.
So please, when a groomer tells you you need to come in on a regular basis it’s not for our health, it’s for the health of your beloved pet. And remember…
Groomed is Loved <3
Say hello to Tail Waggers Puppies!!
Don’t mess with the Teddy!!
All done with my grooming. Time to shake off.
And this handsome devil is DJ Valentino. Personally I’d have named him Cappuccino because he was desperate to get into mine. Little squirt wasn’t much bigger than the cup either. I love my job. <3<3<3
Tail Waggers Grand Opening was Saturday May 23, 2009. We had a draw for a basket of goodies and 50% off one grooming. I’ve decided to keep the draw going for the full week to allow for more entries. So if you want to a chance to win stop by and fill out an entry. No purchase necessary, we just want to meet you.
We had a great turnout and I groomed a couple dogs too. My Luath’s Holistic food showed up as well as my new Scallywags Biscuits. The biscuits smelled so good I almost tried one, but I wanted to save the samples for the doggies. We carry 4 flavours; Rye Crunch, Oatees, Peanut Butter, and Barley Bites. And in the Luath’s food the flavours are Chicken & Rice and Lamb & Rice. It’s an amazing food and I used to carry it in the States. I couldn’t wait to get it in the door because it healed diabetes and skin allergies in the dogs I used to treat. Come in for a free sample.
Soon to come:
- Herbal Remedies
- All-Natural Bones
- Essential Oils
- Grooming Supplies
- and many more toys…
A few weeks ago a customer brought her two King Charles Spaniels in for their grooming appointment. I noticed they were scratching the second they stood still so I asked her about it. She told me they did that all the time and didn’t know why. A few questions later I realized it was their food causing it. Throughout the entire grooming session the dogs were scratching non-stop. I applied aloe to the skin to see if that would offer any relief but to no avail. When she returned to pick them up I advised her to change to Luath’s, the hypoallergic brand of food I carry, and to also give them a supplement that should cure the itching quickly. The supplement I recommended was called Quercetin.
