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The Weekly Growl: A Canine
Commentary
Happy
Tails Grooming Products
Spa
Products for the Dog About Town
By
Stacy Mantle
I recently found out that my coyote
hates baths. But I also
found a new product that makes him smell great without my having to
lose an arm in the process.
Allow me to introduce Happy
Tails Grooming Products!
This group really has it all together.
They have spent the last two years producing, manufacturing,
packaging and developing some of the finest grooming products that
my pets and I have ever had the pleasure of using.
Let me begin with my personal favorite,
the Dry
Dog Instant Clean Spray-on Bath Replacement with Aloe and Kiwi,
which retails at $14.00 for 9 oz bottle.
(Click
here for the ingredients). It’s a mouthful, I know, but
if you just refer to it like I do, the “dry bath”, you’ll be
fine.
This
product is wonderful. You
just spray it on, brush it in, and voila!
Your pet smells fresh and clean with just a hint of the
revitalizing fragrance of fresh Kiwi.
What do I like the most about this product?
It doesn’t dry out my dogs coats!
That’s the important part.
The next part I like is that I don’t have to fight with my
dogs to get them to smell great!
The next product we checked out was the delicate Sparkle
& Shine Shimmering Mist, which retails at $17.00 for a 7 oz
bottle. (Click
here for the ingredients) For those of you who don’t think a coyote would be into a
product that makes him shimmer and shine, well, you’re right. But, guess who was? The
Beagle. Yep – he
loved it. Just a few
sprays, and Roscoe was ready for the doggie runway!
And that’s not all. The
Cog (a cat who thinks she is a dog) had to get in on some of the
action as well! So, we obliged and she also loved it! After a quick call to HappyTails, we discovered that their
products are safe for all animals, even those who groom themselves
incessantly! So, every
once in awhile, the cog will come in for her sparkling fix of
shimmering mist, and we love to give her beautiful coat a quick
spray, which makes her glimmer as if she were coated in diamond
dust!
This is a fantastic product to use
in order to prep your pup
for the holidays and really get everyone in the holiday spirit!
Next we tried the Dog
Smog Remedy, which retails at $14.00 for a 7.6 oz bottle.
(Click
here
for
the ingredients) This is a
product that was long overdue in our household!
The label explains that it is a “Breath freshener and
digestive solution that curtails emissions from both ends”.
And after an unfortunate experience in my office with Cheiss
the other day, I was anxious to give this product a try.
To date, no complaints!
You have the option of either spraying the solution directly
into the dog’s mouth, or spritizing it into the water bowl.
Either works well, although if you have a water purifier like
we do, be sure to remove the charcoal or you’re defeating the
purpose!
The other great thing about the Dog Smog Remedy is that it is safe
for people, meaning you can use it on your husband or children!
Now, I have yet to do so, as they are not as willing as my
dogs, but I am hatching a plan that is so sneaky, even they will not
know that their emissions have been curtailed!
(Evil laugh)
After all the excitement of trying out these new products, and
making all of the animals beautiful and smelling just wonderful, it
was time to calm them down. Well,
Happy Tails thought of everything!
They have created a product known as the Sleepytime
Tonic, and it works on even the most hyperactive dog!
(Click
here for the ingredients) This unique
product costs $12.00 for a 1 oz bottle.
Simply spray once or twice into the mouth (depending on the
dog’s size), or into your dog’s water, and your dog will drift
off into a calm, happy and very contented sleep.
Formulated by Robert McDowell, a Canine Herbalist, this
product uses nothing but the best of all natural ingredients
including Extracts of Vervain, Skullcap, Passion Flower and a host
of other herbal essences that is guaranteed to lull your pup to deep
state of relaxation.
With
years of experience in the human and animal industry, the owners of
Happy Tails have determined to create the ultimate pet pampering
experience, and now you can be a part of it.
Watch for these items on the upcoming holiday list here at PetsWeekly!
Because your pets deserve the very best!
From
the Dogs:
Growls:
Well, a waterless bath is a lot better than a bath with
water. And I suppose
Kiwi doesn’t smell bad, it’s no road kill though!
Leaps of Joy:
We never get kicked out of mom’s office for “passing gas”
anymore! Yay!
Now we can lie here all day as she works and she hardly ever
yells at us!
From
the Humans:
Two opposable thumbs up:
We love these products! Waterless
baths, gasless dogs, pets that sleep when they are supposed too, and
glittery cats for the holidays!
What more could one ask for?
Drawbacks?
It’s a little on the expensive side, but when compared with
other shampoos and conditioners, it’s worth every cent!
Technical
Info – the ingredients and what they do, compliments of Happy
Tails:
Dry
Dog Instant Clean
Specs:
Spray-on
Bath Replacement Shampoo with Aloe and Kiwi
Key
Ingredients
Panthenol
(Vitamin B5) Improves the moisture retention
capacity of the coat. Also has an anti-inflammatory and
anti-itching effect. Makes coat easier to brush and improves its
condition sheen.
Ordenone Water-based compound that captures and eliminates
foul odors.
Aloe Vera extract Brings immediate cooling relief to
fleabites and helps reduce itching. Aloe contains minerals,
proteins and enzymes that help soften the coat and soothe the
skin.
Complete Ingredients: Water, SD Alcohol 40, Macadamia,
Ternifolia Seed Oil, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Butylene Glycol,
Ordenone, Polysorbate 20, Panthenol, Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi)
Fruit Extract, Cucumis Melo (Melon) Fruit Extract, Mentha Piperita
(Peppermint) Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract , Potassium
Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Fragrance, Citric Acid, Tetrasodium EDTA
Vitamin
B5 (Panthenol) Improves
moisture retention capacity of the coat. Also has an
anti-inflammatory and
anti-itching effect. Makes coat easier to
brush and improves the condition and sheen
Ordenone Water-based compound that
captures and eliminates foul odors.
Aloe
Vera Extract Brings
immediate cooling relief to fleabites and helps reduce itching.
Aloe contains minerals, proteins and enzymes that help soften the
coat and soothe skin
Kiwi
Extract Helps
maintain moisture in the coat
Vitamin
E (Tocopherol Acetate) Anti-oxidant,
UV Protector and skin moisturizer
SD
Alcohol 40 a
high grade purified cosmetic alcohol. Evaporates instantly, so it
is used as a vehicle to transport important ingredients to the
skin’s surface and then leave them there. Exceptionally gentle
to the skin.
Macadamia
Ternifolia Seed Oil exceptionally
good all natural emollient (moisturizer) that also acts as an
insect repellent
Cocamidopropyl
Betaine is
a very mild surfactant which does not irritate skin or mucous
membranes.
Butylene
Glycol an
organic molecule, used in cosmetics as a humectant to bind
moisture and hold water to the skin.
Polysorbate
20 Derived from
Coconut oil and used to dissolve essential oils into water,
without the use of alcohol.
Cantaloupe
Extract (Cucumis
Melo) fruit extract added for
fragrance and cleansing properties.
Peppermint
Oil Acts as an
antiseptic. Natural insect repellent and soothes itching skin
Potassium
Sorbate a
polyunsaturated fatty acid salt used to inhibit growth of microbes
and mold.
Sodium
Benzoate an
FDA-approved, polyunsaturated fat that used to inhibit microbial
growth.
Citric
Acid Organic acid found in citrus fruits. A good, natural
preservative.
Glycine(Tetrasodium
EDTA) Aids
preservatives and helps product lather.
Sparkle
and Shine Shimmering Mist Specs
Moisturizes,
texturizes and repels dust and dirt for extra bling and brightness
Key
Ingredients
Ordenone
Water-based compound that captures and eliminates foul odors.
Silk Amino Acid A natural mixture of amino acids resulting
from the complete hydrolysis of silk; it helps to give the coat a
very soft and velvety feel as moisture penetrates the coat to aid in
skin healing.
Dimethicone An organic silicone, derived from silica, that
occurs abundantly in nature. It provides silkiness, and is gentle on
even the most sensitive skins. Dimethicone also helps slow down
moisture loss.
Yogurtene
(Yogurt Powder) Conditions and strengthens without
buildup. A milk-based product, Yogurtene is also soothing and
calming while treating skin problems and many bacterial imbalances.
Honey Helps to retain moisture in coat and skin. Penetrates
coat to add moisture.
Aloe Vera extract Brings immediate cooling relief to
fleabites and helps reduce itching. Aloe contains minerals, proteins
and enzymes that help soften the coat and soothe the skin.
Calendula Extract Herb that brings quick, soothing relief to
pain and swelling from insect bites and minor cuts while lending
wound-healing antimicrobial properties
Ordenone water-based compound that
captures and eliminates foul odors.
Silk
Amino Acid A
natural mixture of amino acids resulting from the complete
hydrolysis of silk; it helps to give the coat a very soft and
velvety feel as moisture penetrates the coat to aid in skin healing
Dimethicone An organic silicone, it provides
silkiness, and is gentle on even the most sensitive skins. Also
helps retard moisture loss. Has been used to treat scars.
Yogurtene (Yogurt Powder) Conditions
and strengthens without buildup. A milk-based product, Yogurtene is
also soothing and calming while treating skin problems and many
bacterial imbalances.
Honey Helps to retain moisture in coat
and skin.
Aloe
Vera extract Brings immediate cooling relief
to fleabites and helps reduce itching. Aloe contains minerals,
proteins and enzymes that help soften the coat and soothe the skin
Calendula
Extract brings
quick, soothing relief to pain and swelling from insect bites and
minor cuts while lending wound-healing antimicrobial properties
Polysorbate
20 Derived from
Coconut oil and used to dissolve essential oils into water, without
the use of alcohol.
Cyclopentasiloxane conditioning agent, skin
emollient and solvent.
Mica reflective particles which give
a temporary white sparkle
Titanium
Dioxide mineral
used as a natural sunscreen and to help brighten the coat,
Comfrey
Extract (Symphytum
Officinale) Herb that treats flea and other
insect bites, burns, skin ulcerations, abrasions and just about any
other irritation
Linseed
Extract Helpful
in clearing up skin conditions, relieving arthritic and inflammatory
pain, as well as improving over all health. Improves the silkiness
and sheen of fur.
Potassium
Sorbate a
polyunsaturated fatty acid salt used to inhibit growth of microbes
and mold.
Sodium
Benzoate an
FDA-approved, polyunsaturated fat that is used to inhibit microbial
growth.
Breath
Freshener and digestive solution to quell the smell from both ends
of your dog
Key
Ingredients
Fennel Extract
Strengthens the digestion, freshens the breath, reduces gas and
relieves lower abdominal pain. Dogs love the taste!
Dill Extract
Soothes the stomach while helping to expel intestinal gas.
Parsley
Extract
Expels intestinal gas while improving bad breath.
Ginger Extract
Settles the stomach and reduces gas by improving digestion.
Grapefruit
Seed Extract
An excellent treatment for chronic intestinal infections, gas,
bloating and pain. Soothes internal tissues and is helpful in
digestive disorders.
Peppermint
& Spearmint essential oils Improve bad breath and aids in
digestion
Bromelain
an herbal compound of digestive-enhancing enzymes derived from the
stems of pineapple.
Fennel
Extract Improves
digestion, freshens the breath, reduces gas and relieves lower
abdominal pain. Dogs love the taste!
Dill
Extract
Soothes the stomach while helping to expel intestinal gas.
Parsley
Extract Expels
intestinal gas while improving bad breath.
Ginger
Extract Settles
the stomach and reduces gas by improving digestion.
Grapefruit
Seed Extract An
excellent treatment for chronic intestinal infections, gas, bloating
and pain. Heals internal tissues and is helpful in digestive
disorders.
Peppermint
& Spearmint essential oils
Improve bad breath and aids in digestion
Bromelain an herbal compound of
digestive-enhancing enzymes derived from the stems of pineapple.
Glycerin maintains the mixture of the
ingredients in Dog Smog Remedy.
Goldenseal
Extract herb
that aids in relieving digestive irritations and parasites.
Sage
Extract herb
that relieves digestive infection and aids in the prevention of gum
disease. Also helps to expel gas and ease gastric cramping.
Marshmallow
Extract Has
been used since ancient times as an anti inflammatory to soothe and
heal surface irritations to the skin
Celery
Extract helps
to purify the blood by creating greater urinary output and relieving
inflammation and muscle spas.
Papain
(Papaya Extract) derived from papaya skin, papain
is an herbal compound that aids in digestion.
Potassium
Sorbate a
polyunsaturated fatty acid salt used to inhibit growth of microbes
and mold.
Sodium
Benzoate an
FDA-approved, polyunsaturated fat that is used to inhibit microbial
growth.
Stevioside an all natural extract from the
leaf of a Stevia plant used for sweetness.
Sleepy
Time Tonic Specs
Dog Size
Daily Dosage 1 Bottles Lasts
Small 1
dose 2x/day 90 days
Medium 2
doses 2x/day 45 days
Large 3
doses 2x/day 30 days
Vervain (Verbena Officinalis).
Reduces restlessness and muscle twitching and supports liver
functions.
Skullcap mild natural sedative beneficial
in treating anxiety, insomnia, and pain.
Passion
Flower helpful
in reducing restlessness, anxiety, and nervousness.
Valerian Calms nerves and aids in
physical relaxation.
Zisyphus a plant used as a sedative in
traditional Chinese medicine
Wild
Lettuce Natural
sedative and sleep aid.
Blue
Flag gives
temporary relief of a variety of skin conditions such as eczema and
psoriasis, helping the skin by aiding the liver.
Liquorice Lubricates,
soothes and protects mucous membranes. Acts as an anti-inflammatory.
Relieves pain and itching.
Parsley Boosts
kidney function and helps relieve gas.
Bach
Flower ESSENCES
Aspen helps to reduce general anxiety
and fear.
Cerato increases dog's attention and
ability to focus.
Wild
Oat alleviates
depression due to boredom. Helps stop chewing and destructive
behavior.
Mimulus reduces shyness, fear and
nervousness due to common stressors such as travel, vet visits, new
places, etc. Good for aggressive dogs.
Larch boosts confidence in shy dogs.
Impatiens helps
alleviate irritability and anxiousness.
Honey All natural honey added for
flavor and sweetness.
Pure
Grain Alcohol (natural
herb extractor and preservative) The alcohol used is 100% pure grain
alcohol and is used to extract ingredients from the raw plant.
About the Author
Stacy
Mantle is
a freelance writer who currently resides in the southwestern deserts
of Arizona with a number of cats, a coyote/wolf hybrid, and a very
understanding husband. Her writing has appeared in publications such
as The Arabian Horse Times, Today’s AZ Woman, and Pets
Illustrated and she currently writes two pet product review
columns for www.PetsWeekly.com.
Many of her stories and articles have been translated into several
languages, and now reach an international audience. Quickly becoming
known as "…the Erma Bombeck of animals", her
writing has skyrocketed to new heights as she records the stories of
those she loves, inspiring the reader to learn why we have all come
to love the animals we share our lives with. She is the author of Conquering
the Food Chain: Living Amongst Animals (Without Becoming One),
which is available in Barnes & Noble bookstores nationwide, as
well as online at www.bn.com or www.amazon.com.
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