Nose 2 Tail

06/08/2025

I have worked in the animal industry for over 18 years, and have been running my own pet care business for 16 years.

It started out as a mobile pet care business offering pet sitting, dog walking and dog washes. I also had a boot full of treats and dog products that my clients could purchase while I was there.

I ended up owning multiple salons with pet accessory stores that saw thousands of dogs and cats over the years. Over that time I learned a lot about pet nutrition and medications used on our pets and I witnessed some very interesting things.

I ran pet nutrition workshops and helped people understand their pet's nutritional needs. Funnily enough, it was always very different to what they were lead to believe was the best for their pets 😕

I fell for a lot of the stories about what we should feed and use on our pets. I used them on my own animals before I knew better. I even sold them in my store - until I became aware of the harm they were causing. Then I made it my mission to educate people about better ways to care for their pets.

Harri (the Jack Russell sitting proudly on my shoulders) lived to 19 years old. He died of old age - he only went to the vet a couple of times in his life. Our first cat Bella lived to 18. Now all our animals are raised with a natural approach and I love to share this with others.

If you have ever wondered what your dog or cat should really be eating, or whether the flea and tick products you are using on them are the best option, or how you can have a more natural approach to raising your pets - bring a friend and come along to Rethinking Pet Care this Saturday at 10am at the salon.

My goal is to give you information that you can then research further and make an informed decision about how you can care for your pets. I believe wellness includes all members of the family and it begins with what we put into and on our bodies.

For more details and to book, head to the website https://www.vitalia.com.au/Upcoming-Events

Rethinking Pet Care is a down-to-earth, eye-opening workshop for pet lovers who are wanting the best for their pets and may be questioning the mainstream approach to caring for our pets.

27/06/2025

Jasmine looking like a teddy bear after her comb cut.

25/06/2025

So much hair!!

20/06/2025

I'm are excited to have a new range of herbal solutions to support your dogs and cats!

Unfortunately the previous company we were stocking, were banned from selling their herbal products... 🙄

So we have sourced a new supplier who are providing great, natural solutions for people who want a safer option for their pets. Available when you come into the salon/store or you can order online at vitalia.com.au

If you want to know more about supporting your pets, join me for my Rethinking Pet Care event in August. Full details are on the Vitalia website.

20/06/2025

There are so many dangers associated with chemical flea and tick products.

A lot of people will use these on their pets without questioning or weighing up the benefits and risks - or looking at alternative options.

Every pharmaceutical product has risks and unfortunately there are way too many pets that have experienced reactions. Over my 20 years in the pet care industry, I have seen many of them!

If you are curious about how you can raise your pets in a more natural way, to help them thrive, come along to Rethinking Pet Care in August. We will cover a range of things that will help you to feel empowered to make informed decisions that are right for your pets.

Head to the website for more details.

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In a swimming experiment, fluralaner (Bravecto) and imidacloprid were detected in the hair samples of all three dogs, and fluralaner concentrations in the swimming water exceeded Dutch water quality standards.

This experiment and other studies illuminates the unsettling reality of flea treatments transferring from dogs to the environment, causing alarm about their effect on other organisms and ecosystems.

Fluralaner is in the isoxazoline drug class. Isoxazoline is a neurotoxin that is only supposed to target fleas and ticks, however, studies have shown that the neurotoxicity of these products is not limited to the targeted parasite. MANY adverse reactions in pets have been reported.

As pet owners, it's incumbent upon us to be aware of the environmental effects of the products we use on our cherished pets. Let's aim for a healthier and more sustainable future, not just for our pets, but also for our planet.

Read the full study here: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0048969722066499

Natural flea and tick resources: https://drjudymorgan.com/pages/fleas-ticks-heartworms

18/06/2025

Did you wish there was something that could help detox your pets from heavy metals?

There is!

Our dogs have been on this and other Augustine Approved products for a long time.

So many happy customers too, now that they know there are safer, natural options to help their pets thrive!

17/06/2025

Can you glide a comb through your cat's coat with ease? If not, they probably could do with a groom!

17/06/2025

What a difference a bath and groom out can make!
Persian coats are very high maintenance! Lilith is carrying a lot less fluff that would have turned into knots. She looks and feels so much better now.

Have you got a long haired cat? Send me a message if you have any questions or would like to make a booking.

14/06/2025

Have you ever wondered what’s really in your pet’s food—or why dry food became the norm?

Join me on Wednesday 6th of August at 6pm at Vitalia in Mount Crosby.

Rethinking Pet Care is a down-to-earth, eye-opening workshop for dog & cat lovers who are wanting the best for their pets and may be questioning the mainstream approach to pet care.

We’ll explore the history of commercial pet food, reveal how it shaped our current approach to feeding, and share simple yet powerful steps you can take to help your beloved furry family members to thrive.

It can often feel overwhelming with all the things we "should" be doing to care for our pets, but how many of those things are needed or actually contribute to our pets thriving? There are so many products that are marketed for our pets and sadly many of them have very questionable, if not dangerous ingredients used in them - even though we are told they are safe.

During our time we will cover questions you may have like:
What can I be feeding my dog or cat so they thrive?
Can the products I use on my pet cause them issues?
Should I be feeding bones?
What can I use to help protect my pets from parasites?
How can I support my pets to stay well?
And more....

I have spent more than 20 years in the animal industry, including 18 years running my own all natural pet care businesses and have first hand experience with many ways to help pets live long and healthy lives. My last dog and cat both lived to over 17 years old and rarely had any need to visit a vet during those years.

My goal is to share information gained from years of research, personal & professional experience, so that you can make an informed decision about what you choose to use to help your dog or cat thrive. We will also talk about alternative, natural options that you can use for many situations you may face with your pets.

You will walk away with a deeper understanding of what your pet truly needs and how to establish a foundation of health so your pets thrive. We will discuss how small shifts—like key supplements or tweaks to their diet—can make a big difference to their vitality and wellbeing.

Head to the events section on the website for more info and to book: vitalia.com.au

14/06/2025

Grooming appointments available next week.

Would you like to reduce your cat's shedding/hairballs?
I have had a couple of grooming appointments open up for next week. Send me a text asap if you would like to take one.
👉 0403159571

13/06/2025

That Maine C**n face ❤️

13/06/2025

Exotics are known for shedding like CRAZY! If they don't have their coat regulalry groomed they start to compact and knot up.
Look at the difference a bath, blow dry and groom out has done to Gurtie's coat! She looks and feels so much better now.

You can also see how much more relaxed she is AFTER her groom!