Monday, February 28, 2011

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.

Sunday, February 13, 2011

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.



Wednesday, November 10, 2010

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/

Sunday, October 17, 2010

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

Saturday, October 16, 2010

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.

Tuesday, October 12, 2010

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!!

Sunday, September 26, 2010

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!!

Wednesday, August 18, 2010

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.

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Business Achiever Awards 2010 - Please vote!



It’s on again!! Yes, that’s right the annual South West Newspaper Business Achiever Awards is on. Thanks to overwhelming support and votes over the past 5 years, we were awarded winner in the Specialty Retailer & Services category for 2005-2008 and were finalists last year.
We are hoping to make it 5 wins this year which will enter us into the silver hall of fame!

We would really appreciate your support of Nose 2 Tail Pet Care, please consider nominating us in the Specialty Retailer & Services category in the South West News. There are entry forms each week in the paper starting the 21st of July or enter online at http://www.questawards.com.au/region/south-west-news .
Entries must be received by August 16th!
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
We thank you for your continued support and business. Please come in and see the new ranges of eco friendly, all natural and organic products that we have brought into both our stores. Looking forward to seeing you soon!

85-87 Cook Street
Oxley QLD 4075
07 3716 0643

Shop 4, 180 Westlake Drive
Westlake QLD 4074
07 3376 9917

info@nose2tail.com.au

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Tuesday, July 13, 2010

myFleaTrap - How Does It Work?

My Flea Trap - safe, effective, environmentally friendly!


My Flea Trap is a safe, cordless and highly effective device designed to rid your home of fleas swiftly and efficiently.
My Flea Trap is chemical free and environmentally friendly.
  • cordless, lightweight and portable
  • unique design can also trap larvae
  • light attracts fleas withing range of 40ft and beyond
  • can clear a room of fleas overnight

This is an all natural way to help keep the flea situation in hand. Give it a try and you will be AMAZED at how well it works!

Available in August from both stores and our online store

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

Totally Wild Shoot

Totally Wild came into the Oxley store back in February. They did a story about "Nero" the black Labrador puppy going to the groomers. It was good fun and went really well. The story will air on Monday June 28th at 8am, make sure you tune in!!

Here are some photos from the story.