Joint Care for dogs - Top Tips and Ingredients to Look out for 🐶
You may notice that your pooch gets a bit slower on walks, develops a limp or struggles to get up from lying down. These may be indicators of underlying joint issues.
Our top tips for managing joint issues in dogs are:
1) Our number one top tip is to keep your dog at a healthy weight. If your dog is overweight this can put extra strain on their joints, and ultimately lead to a decreased quality of life. Email us today to book a weight management check-up. This includes a weigh-in and advice from our expert team.
2) Look for foods that contain ingredients such as Green Lipped Mussels (such as Eden Semi-moist Duck & Tripe) or food containing salmon which is high in Omega-3 (such as Nutriment Salmon and Chicken). Our team will be able to give you any advice you need on specific products.
3) You may want to add a joint supplement such as Nutraquin or Nutraquin Plus. This amazing supplement works much faster than some other joint supplements, you can expect to see results in as little as 4-7 days. Nutraquin uses 100% natural ingredients such as Boswellia Extract and Glucosamine HCL. We are not allowed to sell Nutraquin online, however, we always have a good stock of this product in our shop. There is a loyalty scheme for Nutraquin, so you get every 7th box free.
4) If you feel your pet's issues are having a big impact on their quality of life then it may be time to book an appointment to see one of our holistic vets (we offer in-person and zoom appointments) or perhaps it may be time to book a 15-minute Myotherapy assessment session for only £15.
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Sometimes, you just have to paws and think about our planet. 🐱 💚 🌍
Want to try and reduce your environmental impact?
1) Look for brands which use British meat. British farming methods have a lower environmental impact than other global farming practices (such as Hug)
2) Explore using an insect protein (this is also GREAT for pets with allergies). We recommend Yora
3) Find out which brands use recycled or recyclable materials (such as Hug or Paleo Ridge)
4) Research companies who minimise their water usage (such as Whimzees and Yora)
5) Be aware of the DEVASTATING impact that pesticide based flea and tick treatments have on our water life. Explore alternatives such as Billy No Mates, Tropiclean Flea and Tick range or Hilton Herbs Ticks Off.
The Ziggys team are always happy to help advise :)
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It's Wednesday. Take a break and show your pawesome baby some love! 💚 🐶
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Whether your pet gets nervous at the groomers or anxious when traveling these powerful yet natural ingredients may help. Read our guide to know what to look for on the labels of natural calming products. Don't forget our highly trained team are here to email either in-store, over the phone, or via email.
Scullcap!
Contains a number of valuable compounds including those which bind to the GABA receptor and reduce anxiety. It is a strong calmer which does not induce drowsiness in your pet so is great for competition dogs.
Many of our popular calming products contain Scullcap including Dorwest Scullcap and Valerian which is suitable for cats and dogs. This comes in a pack of 100 tablets or a pack of 500 tablets. A small dog will take one tablet a day, which will cost just over 12p per day.
Chamomile!
Is a herbal calming supplement that can be used for humans, dogs, and sometimes cats. Chamomile can help ease anxiety and is thought to have anti-inflammatory properties. We recommend using a product that contains chamomile or speaking to a homeopath as the wrong amounts can do more harm than good.
Valerian!
One of the most popular calming ingredients and (in the right quantities) can be used for all companion animals. It is excellent for calming fearful pets (i.e. pets scared by fireworks), aiding sleep, and relaxing muscles. You can find Valerian in a range of Ziggys products.
Lemon Balm!
A herb which can (in the right quantities) have an amazing calming affect on cats, dogs and horses.
We stock a range of treats for cats and dogs which contain lemon balm.
To know more about the products we recommend for certain situations, head to the Ziggys Pet Supplies website, and scroll down to the bottom of the page to find a link to our blog. Visit www.ziggyspetsupplies.co.uk now! 💚
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What's up, dog? Happy National Pet Day! Time to spoil your furbabies. 💚 🐶 🐾
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This is my Monday face. Woof! 🐶 🐾
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What do you put in a cat Easter basket?
Your basket should definitely include some new cat toys, like Ziggy's catnip-infused cat toys with Easter kicker sticks, or a stuffed fluffy bunny cat toy. Easter baskets are traditionally jam-packed with tasty goodies, so be sure to stock up on your cat's favorite treats.
Easter is just around the corner, add some stuff to the cart now! Visit www.ziggyspetsupplies.co.uk now! 🐱 💚
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Cat whiskers aren't just for cuteness.
Why do cats have whiskers? It turns out they don't just look cute – they serve a purpose!
Your cat's whiskers (vibrissae) are more deeply embedded in their body than their topcoat. Whiskers have a sensory organ called a proprioceptor, which communicates information about their environment to their muscular and neurological systems at all times. Cats use their whiskers to evaluate distance and space, which is why they can jump so gracefully, and they can detect even the smallest changes in their surroundings.
Do you want to know how your cat is doing? Simply look at their beards. Are they still and straight? Your cat is cool, calm, and collected. pushed ahead? Your cat is inquisitive! Pushing back? You have a scaredy-cat!
It's a big no-no to trim or clip your cat's whiskers. It's the same as blindfolding a person. Your cat will be bewildered and afraid if it lacks whiskers.
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