HALF PRICE Dog Washes

During March we have been offering half price dog washes on Tuesdays at both our stores. This has been very popular and we have decided to extend it throughout April - with one difference, the day will be different each week.

Join our Facebook or Twitter sites to keep ahead of which days we are offering this special as you must mention the discount to receive it. We will also be offering other discounts and specials on these sites regularly so make sure you check back often!

Free Puppy Groom

At Nose 2 Tail Pet Care, we are committed to an holistic approach to pet care. We believe that dogs who are introduced to grooming regularly at a young age cope much better with it and are better behaved throughout their grooming visits. To help encourage owners to bring their pups in and get them used to this, we have introduced a free 10 minute puppy groom valid for puppies up to 20 weeks of age (5 months).

You can choose from 2 options:

Option 1 : trim in front of eyes & under feet
Option 2 : hydrobath & partial blow dry
Choose option 1 or option 2 and also get nails trimmed, body brush & a yummy treat

For $10 we can include a bath with a partial blow dry if you decide on option 1.
Help your new puppy get used to being groomed from a young age. Bookings are essential.

Please phone Oxley 3716 0643 or Westlake 3376 9917 to book your appointment today!

Pet Odours GONE!

One big concern to a lot of pet owners are the odours that are often associated with their pets bedding and the areas they frequent. Well we have come across some great natural products that can help with reducing the pesky smells we would love to be rid of.

Pure Bamboo have a Pet Area Deodoriser which is made from pure bamboo charcoal which is a by product of natural bamboo. This product doesn't just "cover smells" but actually removes them along with moisture and chemicals.

Moso Bamboo is one of the fastest growing resources on the planet, with amazing abilities and benefits for all. Moso Bamboo is not a food source for Pandas as there is no leaf growth on the first 5 meters of the stem and is too high for them to reach.

The product is very simple to use. Place the sachet near your pets bed, cat litter box, bird cage or any other are where strong unpleasant pet smells are a common problem.

Bamboo charcoal removes strong odours caused by wet dogs and urine. Also prevents mould and mildew in pet areas.

Once a fortnight, place sachet in direct sunlight for two hours per side and it will last up to 1 Year.

After use you can mix the bamboo charcoal into your garden soil to nurture your plants.

Another product is Pet Goe which is an enzyme based spray that removes all traces of pet odour, especially those from urine. Within minutes of use, all traces of odour and urine will be gone.

This is a great product for people with puppies who are toilet training as puppies will return to a place they have used before as it has the scent that attracts them back. Pet Goe will remove this and help make your toilet training a lot easier. It is also a natural alternative to some of the mainstream products that have more dangerous ingredients.

Pet Goe is fully biodegradable and breaks down rapidly in drainage and septic systems so there is no impact on the environment.

We use this product in our salons and think it is fantastic. We often get dogs coming in and lifting their leg so we will always follow up with a spray of Pet Goe. Give this great natural product a go and you will be pleasantly surprised!

Dental chews that are natural and safe!!

How do you keep your dogs teeth pearly white?
Dogs that are fed on a raw diet that includes raw meaty bones should have no need for added dental products, whether it is brushing their teeth or using dental chews. For those dogs fed on a lower quality diet, or purely dry food may need to consider something to help with keeping their teeth clean.


First choice is raw meaty bones. Please use ones that are appropriate for the size of your dog - one that they actually need to chew and wont risk swallowing the bones whole. Do not give any cooked bones to your pets as they can splinter and cause massive damage to their digestive tract!


You can get air dried treats like pig ears, cow ears, roo tails, pig trotters and one of the most loved by dogs whizzer sticks - just to name a few. Even though these are dried treats, any bone content will not splinter like cooked bones do.


One recent trend is to use specialised dental chew bones, but some of these products have ingredients that aren't great for dogs - including corn!!!


Well we have come across a new all natural dog chew, Swiss Dental Chews which are a much better choice as they have all natural hypoallergenic ingredients:

Venison
Ingredients - Rice, Millet, Venison, Vegetable Protein, Vegetable fibres, wheat germ, vegetable oil, mineral substances. Supplements - Vitamin A, Vitamin D3, Vitamin E, Copper, L-carnitine

Ostrich
Ingredients - Rice, Millet, Ostrich, Vegetable Protein, Vegetable fibres, wheat germ, vegetable oil, mineral substances. Supplements - Vitamin A, Vitamin D3, Vitamin E, Copper, L-carnitine

Lamb
Ingredients - Rice, Millet, Lamb, Vegetable Protein, Vegetable fibres, wheat germ, vegetable oil, mineral substances. Supplements - Vitamin A, Vitamin D3, Vitamin E, Copper, L-carnitine

Come in and check out this new range at either of our stores or purchase online

Flea Solutions

Our business has been running since 2003 and since then we have been looking for a safe, natural and effective solution to fleas. We have tried a number of products and had some success but not something that we can get super excited about using and recommending. When we came across the NeemPet range we had an excited expectation that we might have found what we have been looking for.

I own 3 pets, 2 Jack Russells and a black Burmese x. We have been struggling with a flea problem for a while and just couldn't seem to eradicate the problem. We have been doing everything we know of to help with the problem, but would not consider opting back to the dangerous toxic flea treatments that are commonly used. We feed a raw diet, do not use any chemicals on our pets or in their environment, we have been giving extra supplements to food to help boost their immune system and help fight the nasty pets off from the inside, we have used diatomaceous earth through the house and yard, we have been washing weekly and vacuuming multiple times a week. Still the problem persisted. One of our dogs was also scratching and biting so much that his skin was looking red raw and he was losing hair.

Then things got worse with the weeks of rain we had last year followed by the floods - we had such bad fleas that they started biting my husband as well. He had had enough and I was getting desperate. Having an eco friendly, all natural and organic business we needed to be able to offer our customer a solution to this nasty problem that i not just a problem to pets but also to the owners who have to put up with constant scratching and uncomfortable pets.

The claims from Neempet were pretty impressive and the testimonials I read made me get a little more excited. Could this really work?

We decided to place an order and stocked up on these products in store. I took some home and immediately washed my dogs in the NeemPet soap. It smelt great and I could see the fleas were dead on contact - this stuff was really working like it said. After the bath the dogs coat was so unbelievably soft and felt so clean. It also had no lingering doggy smell that is often there after the bath. Then on the recommendation of Neempet, we sprayed the pets with the NeemPet Pet & Equine Spray daily to begin with (in times of high infestation). Then it was only used once a week, or when we noticed any fleas.

The outcome?? The pets have all stopped scratching, there are no fleas biting my husband, our dog who had the red itchy skin now has soft skin that looks normal and healthy. We have had the range in our stores for about 3 weeks now and had sold out within the first week!! This i a great product that REALLY works.

I have no hesitation in recommending the NeemPet Range of products. They work not only on pets riddled with fleas, but also on those who have skin issues and allergies. Do yourself a favour and stop using toxic chemicals on your pets and change to a product that works and is SAFE!

If your dog has a skin irritation - try their skin solution for fantastic results!

Fundraiser Success from the Paper

Some pictures of the people who supported our fundraiser. This story was in the South West News.

Fundraiser Success

Some photos from our fundraising day!!


Sarah washing a pup!


Reeda washing Patches


Some of our supporters checking out the great work that Zoo Studio do. Thank you to these guys for their generous donation towards our silent auction and to Ken for taking these photos on the day!





Paul from Urban Dog Training helping on of our supporters with some training advice. Thanks to these guys for their generous donation towards our silent auction. Check out there website for more info on the puppy pre school they run at our Oxley store.

Josh from Greencross Jindalee performing one of his many free vet checks on the day. Thanks for your support!

Some of the dogs from Best Friends Rescue one of the organisations benefitting from the day. These guys take in dogs who have been in the pound and are due to be put to sleep and place them in foster homes until new owners can be found. They have taken in a huge number of dogs that have been affected by the floods! Great work.

TOTAL FROM OUR FUNDRAISER

We washed 67 dogs,
clipped 24 sets of nails,
tidied up 3 pups
for $1434
Sausage Sizzle $155,
Silent Auction $1098,
Cash Donations $410,
Profits from sales in store $340
= TOTAL $3437!!!
That is a donation of $1718.50 to Little Paws Kitten Rescue Association and a donation of $1718.50 Best Friends Animal Rescue. Thank you so much!!!
On top of this cash raised we had $2388 of litter donated by one of our suppliers and a wide variety of products from other suppliers and supports.

This takes the total for the day to over $6000!!

Fundraiser for Flood Animals

An article written in the South West News about our fundraiser to help animals affected by the floods.

Fundraiser for Flood Animals

Sunday February 13th we are holding a fundraiser to raise money for animals affected by the 2011 floods. The money raised will be given to Little Paws Kitten Rescue and Best Friends Rescue. Please come and join in our fun day!!




Below are items up for grabs in our Silent Auction. Thank you to all the businesses who donated to the cause!! The Auction will run from 10am - 2pm.

Nose 2 Tail Pet Care on Totally Wild - Sean's Puppy

Nose 2 Tail Pet Care on Weekend Extra - How to groom your pets

Nose 2 Tail Pet Care on Brisbane Extra - Fleas

Nose 2 Tail Pet Care on Brisbane Extra - Sweet Chops Cupcakes

Nose 2 Tail Pet Care on Brisbane Extra - How to bath your dog

Earthborn Holistic Joins Nose 2 Tail :)

Due to the shortage of supply from Holistic Select we have added Earthborn Holistic to our range of pet foods we stock. This company has great philosophies with their food and environmantal policies. Print out the voucher below and bring into our stores to receive a discount on their range.

Check them out at http://www.earthbornholisticpetfood.com/

Mmmmm Fruitables - Organic Dog Treats

We saw these treats when we went to Germany for Interzoo. They are a great idea and smell FANTASTIC. All natural Organic Ingredients. Each pack contains Pumpkin and either Apple, Banana, Cranberry or Blueberry along with the significant health benefits known from these ingredients.

Rich in Antioxidants, Vitamins A, C, and E…these fruits and vegetables are selected as much for their advanced nutritional benefits as their taste. Superfoods can help your dog live a healthier, fitter, and longer life.

Give them a try and see how much your pup enjoys them!! Available in store or through our online store

HOLY COW! Beef is on sale

Holy Cow! Beef is on Sale!!
We are having a sale on all our beef treats. Come in store and stock up or puchase at our online store.
Sale ends October 31st or while stock lasts.

Diatomaceous Earth - Flea Solution

Diatomaceous Earth
100% organic, (Fossil Shell Flour) Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth is the finely ground fossils of prehistoric fresh water diatoms. It kills household and garden pests like cockroaches, ants, slugs, fleas, beetles and many other crawling insects. Works great indoors or out. Insects die within 48 hours of contact. Listed for use in organic production. Completely safe for humans and pets!!

PEST CONTROL
Diatomaceous earth is used as an insecticide. Its fine powder absorbs lipids from the waxy outer layer of insects' exoskeletons, which causes them to dehydrate. It's often used instead of boric acid to control and eliminate a cockroach infestation. It's used to control insects in grain storage, and also to get rid of ticks, fleas, aphids, silverfish, bed bugs, red spider mites, and other insects in the home.
Use it as a barrier against slugs and snails. Diatomaceous Earth is pure organic so it won't harm the soil, earthworms, or any animals that eat the insects that came in contact with it.
Use Diatomaceous earth outdoors in the garden, on the lawn, and around the foundation of your home. Use it in storage sheds, in your attic, basement, and under your house.
To prevent termites, sprinkle in wood chips, mulch, and in dark damp areas. Put it in the walls around insulation when building or renovating a home.
Diatomaceous earth will also kill beneficial insects, so avoid using it where beneficial insects may stay.

INDOOR USE
Earwigs, Millipedes, Centipedes, Silverfish, Cockroaches, Ants: Lightly coat a thin layer in areas where these pests are found or may hide, such as cracks and crevices, behind and beneath refrigerators, cabinets, stoves, garbage cans and in and around sewer pipes and drains, window frames and in attics and basements. Dust insects directly if possible. Repeat treatment regularly.
FLEAS
Rub directly into your pet's fur (carefully avoiding your pet’s eyes).Thoroughly treat floor and bedding in and around pets' sleeping quarters. Treat surrounding cracks and crevices, baseboards, carpeting and wherever fleas are suspected. Diatomaceous Earth is a fine powder which can clog vacuum filters. Please use sparingly anywhere that will be vacuumed.

OUTDOOR USE
Ants, Cockroaches, Earwigs and Other Crawling Insects: Lightly coat a thin layer in areas where these insect pests are found such as patios, window and door frames, outdoor sills. Dust around foundations, along ant trails, and around sewer pipes and drains. Repeat treatment as necessary.
GARDENING
Diatomaceous earth can be used as a growing medium in hydroponic gardens. It is also used as a growing medium in potted plants, particularly as bonsai soil. Bonsai enthusiasts use it as a soil additive, or pot a bonsai tree in 100% Diatomaceous earth. Like perlite, vermiculite, and expanded clay, it retains water and nutrients while draining fast and freely, allowing high oxygen circulation within the growing medium.
It's beneficial as a soil additive, adding nitrogen to the soil. Diatomaceous earth can retain over 6 times its weight in moisture and will release it as the plants need it.

PLANT PESTS
For control of aphids, white fly, beetles, loopers, mites, leaf hoppers, and other pests use Diatomaceous Earth inside your home, greenhouse or outdoors on fruits, vegetables, flowers, grains and grass up to and including the day of harvest. For dry application of Diatomaceous Earth use a duster and cover the entire plant or a flour sifter could be used to do this. Apply to both the top and bottom of the leaf. Diatomaceous Earth will need reapplication after a rain. Applies best when there is dew or after a light rain. It is a long lasting, effective powder. The insects cannot build up resistance.

PETS
Our best friends come in all shapes and sizes. Protect them with Fossil Shell. When lightly rubbed into their coats it is very effective against fleas, ticks, lice, and other pests on pet dogs, cats, and their premises. It can also be used as an organic wormer and will kill any worms or parasites the pets may have. When using as a de-wormer, mix the Fossil Shell Flour into their food.

ASK YOUR VET HOW MUCH FOR YOUR SIZE PET.
GENERAL APPLICATION RATES:
Cows/Horses get 1-2 oz daily
Sheep/Goats/Hogs get 1/2 oz daily
Kittens - 1/4 tsp daily
Cats get 1/2 tsp daily
Large Cats - 1 tsp daily
Dogs to 30lb - 1/3 tsp daily
31-50lbs - ½ tsp daily
51-75lbs - 1tsp
76-100lbs - 1 & ½ tsp daily
100lbs + - 1 & ¾ tsp daily
For Chickens and other livestock you need to weigh the feed and add 2% of that weight in Diatomaceous Earth. Your pets and livestock will also get the benefit of over 14 trace minerals that make up Diatomaceous Earth.

CLEAN SPILLS
Because of its absorbency, it's a great product to use for cleaning up spills, and it's even used to clean up toxic liquid spills.

USE IN AGRICULTURE
Diatomaceous earth used as a livestock feed supplement. It's used on organic vegetables and in grain storage. That white powder wash you see on organic vegetables and fruits is probably Diatomaceous earth and it is safe to eat. Diatomaceous Earth is used in grains, rice, oats, beans and other grains for protection from insects. It keeps fly larvae from developing in manure. Mix it with feed for chickens and turkeys. It makes their shells harder, dries droppings quickly and reduces odours.

HUMAN USES FOR FOSSIL SHELL FLOUR
There are no studies or research to prove Fossil Shell Flour is beneficial to humans, but there are many testimonials. It is suggested to mix 1 heaping tsp. with a glass of water or juice on a daily basis.
FOOD GRADE Diatomaceous earth (Fossil shell flour) is believed to eliminate parasites, stop arthritis, clean your colon, reduce cholesterol levels, regulate bowl movements, stop diarrhoea, pull heavy metals form the bloodstream, and much more. In Europe, it's used to strengthen hair, bones, teeth, skin and nails.

USE DIATOMACEOUS EARTH SAFELY
Do not put Diatomaceous earth in a microwave.
Because of its absorbent qualities, your hands can become dry if you don't wear gloves.
If you have asthma or some other lung ailment, wear a mask or make sure you're not around any moving air.
Diatomaceous earth is drying to the eyes, so don't handle it when you or your pets are downwind of it. If you use it on your pets, put a towel over your pet's head to protect its eyes.
Don't give Diatomaceous earth to very small pregnant animals such as cats and guinea pigs.
Don't continually feed it to babies or small animals. Diatomaceous Earth can be fed on a continuous basis to larger animals and livestock.
If you sprinkle Diatomaceous earth in your carpet to control fleas or other insects, don't use very much. Because of its powdery substance, too much may clog your vacuum cleaner.
Don't use pool filter grade diatomaceous earth around animals. It can poison or kill them. Only use food grade diatomaceous earth
(fossil shell flour).
Wear a dust mask when applying large amounts of Diatomaceous Earth.

Diatomaceous Earth is now available from both stores.

Pet Chemicals in Walmart

This photo was shared on The Truth About Pet Food.
At least Walmart is honest about the fact they are selling pet chemicals!!

Nose 2 Tail Pet Care on The Shak - How to wash your dog

This is a feature we helped out with on The Shak.

How dog breeds got their names

http://edition.cnn.com/2010/LIVING/08/21/dog.breed.names/

This article tells how 12 common dog breeds received their names. Interesting info.

Great Funny video with well trained dogs!

I wonder how long this took them and how many takes it took to get right!

Exciting new products in store!!

Flexi are THE original retractable lead. They have brought out new styles so that you can make a statement when out walking your dog!


The quality and engineering that is put into the design of these products is amazing.


We are proud to have these new products in our stores as we know they are quality and they are going to last.



Come in and check them out - or click here to see whats available at our online store.

Colouring in Competition 2010

First Prize Winner - Louise Harmon age 10

Second Prize Winner - Samantha Cunial age 9

Third Prize Winner - Felicity Powrie age 7 and a half

Thank you to everyone who took time to enter our competition. You all did a great job. Keep thinking of ways that you can be more eco friendly, all natural and organic when looking after your pets!!

Westlake celebrates 12 months!!

Our Westlake salon has now been up and running for over 12 months. The South West News ran an article about this anniversary in their paper this week.