01/07/2024
Hi all,
Work ( my other job ๐คญ) has been absolutely crazy and the reason for my silence ๐. Hope everyone is doing great!
Order sent to Clarence.
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14/05/2024
Order sent to 2 goldies in PE.
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25/04/2024
Order sent to PE. Identical size and colour snuffle mats made for scent work.
05/04/2024
Order sent to , they have the new snuffle bowls!
If you want to get your paws on the new snuffle bowl, head on down to the pet friendly where you will find with their amazing range of pet products.
27/03/2024
stocked up for Easter.
If you are in Cape Town and want to get your paws and snout on either a snuffle mat or snuffle ball, head on down to Bow Wow Pets.
28/02/2024
I cannot believe we are already almost 3 months into the new year.
It's been a long time since I have made a post๐ and this is a long one. Catching you all up with what's been happening 'behind the scenes'.
I am still here, taking and working on orders ๐ even though I havent been overally active on social media.
I completed my course last year. I don't think I have told anyone or even mentioned what it was called ๐. I'll do a post about this soon to tell you more!
The passing of my stepdad last year hit me hard, he was my sounding board, costing and pricing person for everything Snuffling Tazz related. It was his birthday last week as well. I am having to slowly figure these things out without him ( thank you Antonette for helping me a time or 2 when I needed guidance).
I started a part time job in January. Thankfully, I mainly work from home but it's been an adjustment for me and the dogs. Atleast Tazz hasn't minded walking at 6am when I am on the early shift. Abby on the other hand doesn't always join as she decides it's too cold for her and would prefer to stay in bed ๐
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It's been a long 11 months with Tazz's health and many vet visits ( she is so not a fan of the vet ๐
). Keeping in mind she will be 14 at the end of this year. She has had elevated Liver enzymes so blood checks every few months, then food issues and her developing gastritis again. The cherry on the cake was she also developed atopic dermatitis after the gastritis in Dec and she had to get the cytopoint injection. The cytopoint injection was not something I agreed to lightly and had a long conversation with our vet before it was given. Thankfully she had no side effects and she had relief from her constantly itching skin.
As of Monday the 26th, we are ECSTATIC to say her liver enzymes are back within normal range, her blood work is great and she still hasn't had a need to scratch. She does however have some pain in her wrists in addition to her other pain issues (which we manage with gabapentin), but will be monitoring the wrist pain and offering additional pain meds. Our vet has suggested the Librella injections but that is a last resort.
That's it from me for now ๐!!!
Natasha
25/12/2023
Wishing all our clients and followers a wonderful christmas and happy holidays ( for those fortunate enough to be off).
Thank you for your continued support this year.
Merry Christmas, happy holidays and stay safe.
Xoxo
Natasha
20/11/2023
A few weeks ago we made a 50cm x 50cm snuffle mat for Sophia, the springer spaniel.
Sophia has some issues with her one front leg caused during her birth. Her physiotherapist recommended that Sophia use a snuffle mat to encourage her to use her paws to try help strenghten it.
Isn't she just a gorgeous little pup.
01/10/2023
Order sent to
They will be at the .a.while market today. Head on down with your pups or to see all the rescues up for adoption. Get your pup something fun while there.
21/09/2023
Order sent to Honey Paws.
Custom snuffle mat exclusive to .store
You can now get your paws on a Blooming Meadow Snuffle Mat or a snuffle ball from .store. Don't forget to check out their range of enrichment goodies before finalizing your order ๐.
13/09/2023
Order sent to a special border collie named Shadow.
With the days becoming warmer, and walks becoming more difficult due to the heat; why not do some indoor enrichment with our various products ๐.
08/09/2023
Where has this week gone ๐คญ.
Happy Friday all.
Order sent to . Don't forget to pop in at the stall this weekend at to get your paws on a snuffle mat and ball.
05/09/2023
Order sent to a beagle and his new staffie sister.
The pastel shades are still one of my favorites.
Do you have a favorite colour combo snuffle mat?
25/08/2023
I am back home and back working on orders.
The last few weeks have been hard on my family as we lost a very important person to us all. It has also taught me that one can never truly have all one's ducks in a row for the family that is left behind. Make sure your loved ones know your passwords for everything, where all your important documents are etc.
My dogs have been champs through this time with the traveling and being left alone for long hours. Their routines have been non-existent but we are getting back to normal with them.
There is a slight delay on orders as I catch up.
I hope everyone has a great weekend.
26/07/2023
Hi all,
There will unfortunately be a delay in communications.
I am dealing with a family emergency.
I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
23/07/2023
Happy Sunday!!
It is another cold day in George today.
What a great way to spend a Sunday - doing some mental enrichment indoors with your pups.
Snake n Pockets and 50cm x 50cm snuffle mat made for the gorgeous
17/07/2023
Christmas in July.
Have you wanted to get your paws on an awesome Lickimat? Now is the time.
Summer is just around the corner and frozen Lickimats are perfect for hot days!!
They are a great way to help slow down speedy eaters and can help reduce stress.
Cats can benefit as well.
All lickimats 15% for the remainder of July.
Stocks are limited.
DM or whatsapp 084-645-7705
10/06/2023
Last week Saturday I held my first online puzzle class. There was lots to talk about and videos to view.
It was great fun.
This was the feedback from one of the class participants ๐งก.
01/06/2023
asked if I could make a snuffle in a bowl for her service dog Blue.
And I did ๐.
What do you think
Should I add this to the catalogue ๐ค?
28/05/2023
The time is here ๐
For the past year I have been studying to become a Certified Mentor Hersenwerk for dogs.
What is Hersenwerk?
Hersenwerk originates from the Netherlands and translates to Brainwork.
It's about:
- you and your dog working together as a team,
- taking everyday items and making puzzles out of them that are tailor made to suit your dog,
- the communication between you and your dog.
Do you want to:
- learn how to tailor make puzzles that suit your dog,
- improve the bond between you and your dog,
- learn about your dog through puzzles,
-learn how to use everyday items to make puzzles,
- learn how to offer your dog calming activities through puzzles.
Look no further!!!
I will be offering an online class for 2 participants next Saturday, June 3rd.
If you are interested or want to learn more, DM me.
19/05/2023
It's been a while since I have posted orders.
Life has been hectic.
HAPPY FRIDAY ๐
Custom activity mat and goodies made in different shades of brown for little Leila from .
04/05/2023
How awesome is this custom activity mat made for birthday.
Activities include:
Loose pockets that fit into the half moon pockets,
Pockets that lock,
Bowls with lids,
And lots of material to unroll.
This was a really fun mat to make.
28/04/2023
What are you up to this long weekend?
We started with a great 5km walk this morning at voรซlklip with our friends, saw lots of dolphins and a dassie ๐
Spot the ๐ฌ
Assignments need to finalized and started ๐.
There will be some baking taking place over the weekend, have to top up those thank you treats ๐.
And orders to be worked on ๐ช.
19/04/2023
Training bags for our local dog school.
17/04/2023
I need to get back into the habit of posting again ๐.
Enjoy this pic of Tazz ๐คญ
Happy Monday!
Have a fabulous week.
24/03/2023
We are still around ๐คช.
I know I haven't posted in a while - where has the time gone?
Here are a couple pics of the girls and a few orders sent ( IG limits the number of pics I can post ๐คญ).
What's been happening with us?
Sam got into another cat fight ( not serious) but ended up with an abscess above his eye.
Tazz's vomiting ( she had been vomiting 1-4 times a week for a while now) reached a tipping point last weekend where she refused to eat. We visited a new vet and she is now on a new diet and different meds. Check up in 2 weeks.
Abby is her usual happy self and very happy to be my guinea pig and testing DIY puzzle combinations for my assignments.
I have been focusing alot on DIY puzzles with the girls. With Tazz's new diet, we are going to have to come up with new DIY puzzle ideas and materials ๐.
I am in the last part of my course - almost there ๐.
Orders are going out.
Thank you for your continued support ( even with the minimal social media presence).
25/12/2022
Merry Christmas ๐
08/12/2022
Order sent to 2 whippets and an azawakh ( I had to Google this breed ๐). Both the whippets and azawakh are part of the sighthounds group.
Did you know we cater to your colour preferences?
In this order we have the snuffle bags, snuffling worms and 25cm snuffle balls.
19/11/2022
Order sent to .
The balls have been altered to be more brachycephalic friendly.
14/11/2022
Order sent to
My photography skills on those snuffle mats ๐คญ๐.
If you are in Pretoria, don't forget to pop into the pet friendly this weekend to get those christmas presents for the pups from the stall.
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Christmas in July. Have you wanted to get your paws on an awesome Lickimat? Now is the time. Summer is just around the corner and frozen Lickimats are perfect for hot days!! They are a great way to help slow down speedy eaters and can help reduce stress. Cats can benefit as well. All lickimats 15% for the remainder of July. Stocks are limited. DM or whatsapp 084-645-7705 #lickimats #christmasinjulysale #enrichment #lickimatspecial #enrichmentfordogs #stressrelieverfordogs #lickimatsforcats #lickimatsfordogs #canineenrichment
The time is here ๐ For the past year I have been studying to become a Certified Mentor Hersenwerk for dogs. What is Hersenwerk? Hersenwerk originates from the Netherlands and translates to Brainwork. It's about: - you and your dog working together as a team, - taking everyday items and making puzzles out of them that are tailor made to suit your dog, - the communication between you and your dog. Do you want to: - learn how to tailor make puzzles that suit your dog, - improve the bond between you and your dog, - learn about your dog through puzzles, -learn how to use everyday items to make puzzles, - learn how to offer your dog calming activities through puzzles. Look no further!!! I will be offering an online class for 2 participants next Saturday, June 3rd. If you are interested or want to learn more, DM me. #hersenwerkvoorhonden #mentorhersenwerk #diypuzzlesfordogs #calming #canineenrichment #canineenrichmentideas #mentalstimulationfordogs #firstinsouthafrica #snuffling #snufflingiscalming #naturalbehavioursfordogs
Lickimat slomo
Lickimats are a great form of mental enrichment. They are perfect for those hot summer days and can be given frozen or those cold winter days and given unfrozen/fresh. Lickimat has a number of designs in their range as well as it being brachycephalic friendly. Lickimats are loved by both dogs and cats. Dm or whatsapp for more info or if you would like to place an order. #canineenrichment #lickimat #lickimatslomo #happydogshappylife #boredombusters #stressreliever #snufflemats #southafrican #localislekker #dogbusinessowner #dogbusiness #dogenrichmentactivities
Terry and the cube
Terry, the foster pup loving the cube and Skyla trying to sneak in a treat. #puzzlecube #canineenrichment #fosterpup #greyhound #enrichment #enrichingpets #K9Enrichment #ditchthebowl #snuffling #brainwork
Happy Friday ๐ถ๐ฑ How are you spending your weekend? It's going to be a hot one here in George. Frozen enrichment is a great way to help keep the pups cool. Frozen @lickimatsa for the win this weekend. LickiMat Playdate and LickiMat Soother were used in this video. DM to order. #frozenlickinggood #frozenlickimat #hotweekend #frozenenrichment #enrichment #lickingfun #lickingissoothing #licking #lickimat #southafricandogs #dogsofgeorge #dogsofinstagram #dogsofsouthafrica #dogmomofsouthafrica #dogmomproblems #rescuedog #instagramdogs
Driving to Jbay
Head out the window and waving ears are all the rave when driving in the Eastern Cape.
When you try so hard to avoid the dog hair ....... and this happens #itsadogslife #doghair #dogdontcare #rescuedogsofinstagram #rescuedogs #dogsofsouthafrica #dogsofinstagram #dogsofgeorge #ohno #lovedogs #funnydogsofinstagram #sillydog #lovedogs #dogs
Tazz be like.... ITS WEEKEND FWENDZ... Don't forget to smell the weeds and trees and all the puppy mail left to read... #runningjackrussel #runningdog #runlikesomeoneleftthegateopen #mentalenrichmentfordogs #mentalhealthfordogsmatterstoo #dogsofinstagram #dogsofsouthafrica #dogmomsofsouthafrica #dogmomproblems #canineenrichment #sniffari #seniordog #seniordogenrichment
Abby and Tazz loving their new lick mats from @cinnamonstoybox. I love how these mats have different depths and different sections, the deeper sections can be used as part of a slow feeder as well. Best of all - they are dishwasher safe. Lick mats are also perfect for raw feeders. Here I used @hillspetfoodsa gastrointestinal biome pellets, together with home made bone broth. Doing this ensures I can use part of their daily portions and I don't have to worry too much about adjusting their portions as I would if using other goodies. #lickymatsforpups #enrichment #happydogs #enrichingseniordogs #enrichmentfordogs #hillspetnutrition #dogenrichmenttoys #dogsofinstagram #dogsofgeorge #mentalenrichmentfordogs #mentalhealthfordogsmatterstoo #jackrussellcross #daxiemix #seniordog #seniordogenrichment #dogmomsofsouthafrica #dogsofsouthafrica #dogsofgeorge #dogsofcapetown
DIY activity for Abby's supper. This enrichment activity consists of a pair of old pants, lots of rolled up material and a few objects within. #diycanineenrichment #snuffling #snufflingdog #canineenrichment #dogmomsofsouthafrica #dogsofsouthafrica #mentalenrichmentfordogs #mentalhealthfordogsmatterstoo #boredombustersfordogs #boredombusters #dogsofgeorge #dogs #happydogs
The puzzle cube is a great enrichment puzzle. Each side has an activity to fill with treats and let your dog seek. They come in 4 sizes. Make treat time fun. Bijou is showing us how enriching the cube can be. #puzzlecube #frenchiesofinstagram #frenchiesofsouthafrica #brainwork #braingames #canineenrichment #dogsofinstagram #dogsnosebest #dogsofjohannesburg #dogsofpretoria #dogsofcapetown #dogsofsouthafrica #enrichingdogslives #supportlocalbusiness #handmadedogpuzzle #handmade #lovedogs #dogs #puppies #southafricandogs #southafricanpets
The difference between Tazz and Abby re unrolling. In this situation both are good at pulling the material. Note we have practiced pulling and lifting materials /objects many times prior to this video. Some dogs don't need much help as they figure things out very quickly and others need a proper introduction and practice, however it is always best to introduce and practice regardless of the dogs level to ensure frustration is avoided. Abby is still in the learning and practicing stages, sometimes she is able to unroll perfectly and other times not so much; but I am always there to help her before she becomes frustrated. #ditchthefoodbowl #diycanineenrichment #mentalenrichmentfordogs #brainworkfordogs #braingames #snuffling #stressreliever #beattheboredom #bondingtime #canineenrichment #mentalenrichment #dogsofgeorge #dogmomsofsouthafrica #dogmomsofsa #dogsofcapetown #dogsofjohannesburg #dogpuzzle #dogs #rescuedogs #capedaschundrescue #seniordog #snacktime #lovedogs
Snuffling into the weekend. Snuffle mats are a great introduction to enrichment as they are an easy enrichment activity. Snuffle mats are designed for dogs to sniff and forage for treats or food in-between the pieces of material. It's a great way to slow down speedy eaters, can help with anxiety /stress, ideal for dogs that are on limited physical activity due to injury or age, and can help towards weightloss. Snuffling releases 'happy' hormones which in turn has a calming effect. Don't forget to get your snuffling in this weekend ๐พ
#throwbackthursday Tazz learning how to unroll a towel a few years ago. This one is a great DIY activity, and a towel is a very versatile tool for diy enrichment activities. Today she is a pro๐ #diymentalenstimulation #diycanineenrichment #canineenrichment #throwback #throwbackthursday #learningdog #mentalenrichmentfordogs #brainwork #braingames #dogs #happydog #workingforfooddog #workforfood #lekkeringeorge #dogsofjohannesburg #dogsofinstagram #rescuedogsofinstagram #lovedogs #jackrussellcross #learningnewthings #dogsofsouthafrica #southafricanpets
Happy Sunday! What did you get up to this weekend? Abby did some lifting, tugging and unrolling practice. When we first started, Abby could not pull the material out of the roll, nor could she lift the container off the treats. These DIY activities can be built upon or combined to make more difficult puzzles. This is also a great way to work on the bond between human and dog. The human needs to be aware and watch for any signs of frustration and help when needed, but also to make sure they introduce the activity in steps. #canineenrichment #mentalenrichmentfordogs #diymentalenstimulation #brainwork #braingames #dogsofsouthafrica #dogpuzzle #enrichmentpractice #diycanineenrichment #mentalhealthfordogsmatterstoo #beattheboredom #bondingtime #patience #dogmomsofsouthafrica #dogsofgeorge #rescuedogsofinstagram #capedaschundrescue #daxiemix #sundayfunday #dogtraining #dogs #lovedogs
Trying out our new licky mats from Prima Paws for supper. Due to the colder weather, these were not frozen and served at room temp. Did you know that licky mats ( likimats) fall in the same category as kongs, they are an enrichment activity that does not necessarily require brain work like puzzles do. It's an activity that is designed to keep the pups busy. These mats were topped with Pellets soaked in chicken broth. There would have been some yoghurt but the human finished it ๐ . #primapawsmoments #canineenrichment #lickymatsforpups #busydogs #keepingthembusy #lickingdogs #hillspetnutrition
Some of you may have seen my story a few weeks ago about the rescue cockatoo, Chloe. Her mom contacted me about making snuffle balls and snuffle mats for additional enrichment for her parrots. I honestly never considered enrichment for birds but Marianka has opened my eyes ( so to speak). For those of us who do not own birds; we become stuck in a 'bubble' and forget their are all sorts of pets and like our cats and dogs, they need enrichment to. If you would like to learn more about enrichment and stimulating toys for birds please have a look at her page and give them a like/follow: https://www.facebook.com/ToysbyCockatooJewel. She has really cool items, I especially love her foraging box ๐. #parrot #parrotenrichment #snufflemat #snufflematforparrots #featheryfriends #proudlysouthafrican๐ฟ๐ฆ #supportinglocal #birdenrichment
This GSP pup is so good at figuring out the bowls on her dogmativity mat. The activity mat is an 'upgrade' on the snuffle mat. It has 4 or 5 activities for the dog to snuffle through but requires a little more thinking than a snuffle mat. It also allows for a dog to use its natural behaviors of sniffing and foraging. Each dogmativity comes with a user guide explaining how to introduce each activity to set your dog up for success ๐. #snuffle #snufflingtazz #activitymatfordogs #naturalbehavior #foragingforfood #sniffing #brainwork #postivetraining #braingames #dogsofsouthafrica #gspofsouthafrica #snufflematupgrade #snufflemat #dogsofcapetown #dogmomsofsouthafrica #dog #puppy #cleverpuppy #workforfood #ditchthefoodbowl #dogsofinstagram #canineenrichment #mentalenrichmentfordogs
Who doesn't love watching their dogs enjoying their enrichment activities! For me, it's the excitement they show when they know they will be getting an activity to do and how content they are afterwards. Here is an iggy loving his snuffle mat. #iggylife #italiangreyhoundsofinstagram #italiangreyhound #snufflingiggy #snufflemat #snuffling #snufflingtazz #brainwork #postivetraining #behaviourtraining #canineenrichment #sniffing #foragingforfood #naturalbehavior #dogsofinstagram #dogsofjohannesburg #dogmomsofinstagram #dogmomsofsa #mentalenrichmentfordogs #mentalstimulationfordogs
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