Superpaws Pet Store Shannon

23/08/2024

I love watching the dynamics of dog and cat relationships. Little bit of psychology at play here 😍

20/08/2024

Delivery has finally arrived! Shelves stocked up again with Celtic Connection Holistic Dog Food 🙌

19/08/2024

URGENT APPEAL for foster or forever home.

Everyone meet little Jimmy. 😍

Jimmy needs a new home. He is 10 months old and such a cutie. He is a very lovable loyal little pup and very cuddly. He loves to snuggle up on the couch. Loves his walks and trots around with a confident strut which is funny to watch for a small fella. He has a big happy personality.

He currently lives with another dog and his litter mate brother. Unfortunately the two brothers don’t get on so his guardian thinks it best for them both if they have separate homes where they can shine independently of each other.
He has not lived with cats and is fine with kids.

If you or anyone you know can offer Jimmy his forever home where he’ll be safe, loved and have all his needs and comforts met then please get in touch as he will make a great companion 💛

11/08/2024

Without doubt this has been the toughest year to date for so many reasons.
The last month in particular because I had to make the hardest decision of my life which was to let my best friend go. 😩
Then only a week later after Giz passed, suddenly and unexpectedly we had to say goodbye to Coco my mums dog too 💔💔

I wouldn’t have been able to get through the last few weeks it if wasn’t for all you lovely people, my friends and family.
The support, love, hugs, chats, messages, visits, gifts, food, flowers etc meant the absolute world to me and I can’t thank you all enough for your thoughtfulness and kindness. 💛
I haven’t managed to respond to everyone yet but I will soon.

Giz was the best thing to ever happen me in my 46years on this planet. I never ever thought I would be able to have another dog after I saw my first dog aged just 1yr get knocked down and then die in my arms as a kid. I swore I’d never go through that again as the heartbreak was immense however things changed for me in 2018 and this is turn led me to Gizmo who from the very first second of meeting him I knew I could open my heart again and give him the home and love he so deserved. It was meant to be 🥰

Giz taught me so much and is still continuing to do so even in his passing.
I’m forever grateful for him and I will make sure that I can honour his memory by trying my very best to create a better world for all dogs as they truly deserve it 💛

- “Great things are done by a series of small things brought together.”

Again my sincere heartfelt thanks and appreciation to all of you who were there for me when I needed it. 💛

And of course to my beautiful Lady and Buzz who have helped ease the pain and grief of losing Giz. They obviously have been affected too in different ways so I’ve been very mindful in making sure they are ok too. 🥰

- “If love has a different form, it would be a dog. A dog's faithfulness defies odds. A dog's companionship defies expectations.
Life is so much better with a dog by you side.
They are so pure and so sincere, for very little, they give you the comfort and joys of unconditional love.
These furry friends are more than pets, they are family and we love them dearly.”

11/08/2024

No living being should be getting 100% of their calories from ultra-processed foods.

Kibble’s best qualities are that it’s cost-effective and convenient.

Fresh, nutrient-dense whole foods have always been and will always be the key to longevity for all living things.

Take this knowledge and let it motivate you to boost your dog’s bowls, even if that’s just a small step in the minimally processed direction.

11/08/2024

⚠️🟠 ADVANCE WARNING NOTICE 🟠⚠️
Severe thunderstorms with lightning, hail and heavy rain TONIGHT 🌩️ ⛈️

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE PETS OUTSIDE.

If you think it’s ok to do so while they suffer alone in terror during these weather conditions then please join them outside and see for yourself how awful, frightening and stressful it is.

28/07/2024

URGENT: GUINEA PIGS LOOKING FOR A HOME

These pair of cuties are looking for a loving home that will take good care of them and look after all their needs including providing an appropriate sized living enclosure💛

Would you or anyone you know be interested?
Unfortunately they have to be rehomed as their family are moving abroad.

Click link below ⬇️ for more info on how to care for these adorable piggies 💛

https://www.rspca.org.uk/adviceandwelfare/pets/rodents/guineapigs

25/07/2024

Hi all. While I’m still trying to come to terms with everything I’ve decided that for the remainder of the week the shop opening hours will be changed to afternoons only from 3-6pm.

However if you need anything urgently outside these hours please message me and I’ll try to pop over to the shop at a time that suits you.

Please don’t be without and please don’t worry about contacting me or calling to the shop as I’d be more upset if you didn’t as I would hate for any dog to not have whatever it is they needed.

Oh and doggie cuddles would be much appreciated too so bring them along with you for a visit if they’re happy to do so as yanno dogs always make everything seem better 💛👍 🐾

24/07/2024

Some of ye knew that my beautiful little Gizmo was diagnosed with kidney disease back in February. I was absolutely devastated to hear this as there is no cure for it.

However I managed to keep him stable, happy and as healthy as he could be for as long as possible. Even the vets were surprised at how well he was doing but deep down I knew time wasn’t on our side even though Giz was a little fighter throughout it all.

He was doing really well until last week when his little body couldn’t fight it any longer and he started to go downhill. I never ever wanted him to suffer and endure what this horrible disease does at the end so I had to make the heartbreaking decision to let him go yesterday Tuesday 23rd July.

Just after 4pm the vet helped him drift off to sleep for the last time in my arms with his head rested on my heart where he’ll remain forever more. He was in the comfort of his own home surrounded with lots of love with Lady by his side and Buzz looking on over him.

Once he passed it was strangely peaceful and my sadness and pain seemed to dissipate for a while as I knew his did too.
He has remained by my side always and yesterday was no different as I kept him home with us for one last night. He’s still with me now as I need more time with him before I bring him to Aimee at Peaceful Paws crematorium later today.

I’m trying to muster up as much strength as I possibly can now to let him go on his final journey. I wish he could stay with me here forever but I know that’s not possible.
I do know that he will forever be part of me, in my heart and by my side always like he was in this world.

Gizzy wiz you were and are my heart and soul dog. I loved you from the very first second I met you 6 years ago. Thank you for the best 6 years of my life and for opening up my heart and teaching me to love again. You were the bestest boy ever and I’ll never ever forget you. Run free my darlin angel and have fun up there with all the other beautiful doggies who are waiting for you 🐾 🌈 💛
RIP my love ###

Gizmo
2013-2024
💛

23/07/2024

Hi all. Unfortunately I have to close the shop today and tomorrow.
Apologies for the late notice.

21/07/2024

Best of luck to all the Clare team especially our own Shannon lads today! Hope all the Clare doggies are showing their support too 🐕 💛💙
LETS DO THIS! 🙌

17/07/2024

This! ⤵️ Don’t listen to anyone who tells you this! Can you imagine if every time you sat down for a meal or a glass of wine and somebody tried to take to away from you or mess with it. You wouldn’t like it either.

It's sad to see people being told to invade all areas of their dogs life. Let's assume that like us, they want agency, undisturbed rest and that they have the right to manage their meal without strange human interruptions.

11/07/2024

To improve health, it's essential to ignore all the noise and deceptive marketing techniques from large corporations and the pharmaceutical industry.
Try focusing on the basics instead: a better diet of fresh, whole foods.
Often, this simple change can resolve many health issues for both you and your pets. 💛

28/06/2024

Doesn’t handsome Teddy look absolutely gorgeous in his new retro sweets & ice cream harness and lead. 😍💛
Gotta say I was craving a tangle twister and some cola bottles after that fitting 🤣

24/06/2024

This x 💯
I see so many people drag their dogs on a walk preventing them from sniffing. This is an essential and natural behaviour for them. Remember it’s their walk not yours. 💛

18/06/2024

Hi all. Just an update on this weeks opening hours.
Today (Tuesday)shop is open 3-6pm
Tomorrow (Wednesday) shop is closed as I have a few meetings and appointments to attend to however I’ll be around at some point inbetween so please if you need supplies message me here or text me on 086 8281008 and I will endeavour to open the shop at a time that suits you.

08/06/2024

Another puppy who visited recently. Benny the Bernese Mountain Dog.
Isn’t he just magnificent 😍 Here he is enjoying a tasty treat outside the shop. Fell in love with this one too 😍 I mean how could you not!

08/06/2024

Luna the Pomsky puppy called in today for her first harness fitting 💛
She was the bestest girl and I fell in love 😍 Isn’t she absolutely adorable. Can’t wait to see her again ☺️

02/06/2024

When your vegetarian friends invite you over for dinner 🤣🤭

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01/06/2024

Hi all. Not sure what’s going on with Facebook at the moment as I’m not getting notifications for messages and some messages are being delayed coming through and being sent.
If you need anything it’s probably best to text me on 086 8281008 for the next while just in case.
Eimear 🐾 💛

01/06/2024

Isn’t this just wonderful 😍 Puppies experiencing their first bones and all happily munching away and sharing together. So much goodness in this video from wellbeing to behaviour which is critical in puppies early stages. Love it 👏😍

25/05/2024

This ⤵️ 💛

21/05/2024

Now that’s a birthday cake all dogs dream of 👏🥩
What a lucky boy.
Happiest of birthdays to the magnificent Moose 🥳
Look at his eyes pleading for no more photos so he can get his mouth around that juicy chunk of lamb 😆😍

20/05/2024

Don’t be fooled people. Forget the ludicrous marketing blurbs on these products. The major big 3 cooperations (Colgate-Palmolive, MARS & Nestle) are continuing to falsely mislead and sell to vets which in turn sell to you.
How in the world is this “food” suitable, beneficial, nutritious and healthy for your dog???
Imagine your doctor advising you to eat these ingredients to improve your digestive issues and gut microbiome health??
Oh and don’t forget it’s “prescription” “food” 🤣 There is nothing remotely in that bag that requires a prescription which is why there’s currently a class action lawsuit against this company in America. But it will cost you €€€€ to buy this bag cos it’s “prescription”
Everyone knows that fresh wholesome food benefits every living being on earth. It’s that simple.

Why this "prescription diet" should be the last thing you feed your dog with gut issues.

The first ingredient is a filler ingredient that is a carbohydrate. A by - product of the rice milling process.

Whole grain corn: another carbohydrate, one of the most common allergens for dogs, low nutritional value.

Chicken meal is a rendered product, meaning it's cooked at high temperatures to remove moisture and fat. This process will degrade many of the natural nutrients found in fresh chicken, particularly heat-sensitive vitamins and amino acids. Manufacturers might use this ambiguity to include lower-quality meat by-products. You want to see whole, named meats like "chicken" .

Pea protein
Pea protein is a plant-based protein that doesn't provide the complete amino acid profile that animal proteins do. Dogs, being primarily carnivorous, thrive on animal proteins that offer a full range of essential amino acids necessary for their health. It is also generally less digestible for dogs.

The term "egg product" is quite vague and doesn't specify what part of the egg is being used or how it has been processed. Egg also refers to eggs that have been processed. It might just be the shell.

Corn gluten meal-more corn... 🤦🏼‍♀️
Corn gluten meal is often included in dog food as a cheap way to increase protein content of the food. Corn gluten meal is a by-product of corn processing and has a lower biological value compared to animal-based proteins. It is a potential allergen.

Including "chicken liver flavor" on the label is misleading. It gives the impression that the food contains nutritious chicken liver, but in reality, it may only contain a small amount or an artificial version of the flavor.

Ground Pecan Shells: A cheap way for them to increase the fiber in the diet. The fiber content is why a dog's diarrhea might improve with the diet, but the gut microbiome will be in worse shape afterward, causing the diarrhea to likely recur.

Synthetic vitamins and minerals : the trouble here is the potential of accidental overdosing ( in 2019 Hills pet food killed hundreds, if not thousands, of dogs by overdosing vitamin D in their diets).
Synthetic vitamins and minerals are also absorbed less efficiently than their natural counterparts.

I could go on but I think you get the gist...

There is NOT one ingredient in this diet that actually supports a dog's gut microbiome or gut health.

Check out my blog on how to support the gut and treat diarrhea in dogs. Link is in the comments.

20/05/2024

⚠️ ☀️ ⚠️
Please be responsible and think about your dogs health and safety in warmer conditions.
I saw a woman walking her dog with a ball launcher and the dog carrying the ball in his mouth.
Dogs regulate their temperatures by panting and with a ball in its mouth it can’t do that properly. She also didn’t have water with her.
Unlike humans dogs cannot sweat through their skin. They rely on panting and releasing heat through their paw pads and nose to cool down. They should also not be exercised by continuously launching a ball to run after in higher temperatures.
Please use common sense.