The Animal House "Notes" Vol #45
Good Afternoon, Friends o' The Animal House!
Been awhile, I know. Things have been very busy at the "House", but newsletters will be much more forthcoming in the future...promise! Lots to report...I (Aubrey) have been working at home on our website, which has taken off like a rocket (see why below!!) and to prepare for the arrival of our little boy from India, Atharv. *Dan, meanwhile, has taken the reigns at the store, and is available for consultations everyday except Wednesdays and some Sundays. * Dan-Dan-the-food-man is here to help you with nutrition, supplement or homeopathy questions, and will even take your purchases out to your car for ya. That's just the kind of guy he is.
News:
 Very exciting for us: * The Animal House has won a very prestigious award in the pet community: Pet Product News Retailer of the Year: Best Web Presence. *Dan-Dan-the-Food- Man, is also Dan-Dan-the-Web-Man, as he is our web developer extraordinaire. We launched our site about a year and a half ago, as an informational and e-commerce site. Our site features advice columns like Dear Abby, DVM, a Kitty Cam, recently ranked top 10 Web Cams, a list of adoption resources, blog, plus, of course, our online store. We are so proud of this recognition in the industry, and encourage you to check it out: www.theanimalhouse.net. It is a valuable tool for both local and not-so-local people, and we hope you think so, too! A press release will be out soon announcing this award, but if you see Dan, the man behind the curtain, be sure to give him a pat on the back for a job well-done!!
-As most of you know, we are a satellite location for the Humane Society of Knox County. To date, *we have adopted out over 100 cats and kittens through our Adoption Center at The Animal House.* All adoption fees go directly to Knox County, and we are lucky enough to take care of these little ones until we find them the right family. Thank you so much for supporting us, and for adopting so many kitties. There are more cats out there who need homes, and we are just happy to help. Swheat Scoop, one of our litter companies, has generously donated "kitty packs" to those who adopt a cat or kitten through our Adoption Center. We are just awaiting the arrival of new cats at the store...stay tuned, and remember to keep watching our Kitty Cam.
-*Got fleas? * We got you covered! Get rid of them the natural way! Azmira Paraclear Diatomaceous Earth is great for indoors with no toxicity to pets or people. Earth Animal Internal Powders keeps dogs flea and tick free year round...and we have a whole host of topical repellents and shampoos for dogs and cats with no chemicals. Pet-friendly, environmentally safe...and it works! Don't forget to schedule a groom or self-service wash if you would like us to take care of the fleas and ticks for you!
-*CONTEST!* Win a Litter Robot Automatic Self-Cleaning Litter Box (value $349) with the "Cutest Kitty Contest". Take a photo of your kitty/kitties in their cutest pose and email it in or drop it off to the store. All entries must be received by December 24th, and will be posted on our website. If your picture is the winner, you will receive a super-cool Litter Robot (follow this link for more information on this product):
http://www.litter-robot.com/litter-robot-bubble.aspx?id=87
What's New:
We have brought in many new fabulous products for your perusal and enjoyment, including:
-*Evo Reduced Fat Cat Food*...grain-free, less calories! Same yummy goodness. Available in 2.2, 6.6 or 15.4lbs.
-*Acana*, brought to you by the same fine folks who make Orijen, but at a smaller price tag. Grain-free, great for dogs and cats with allergies or sensitivities, and with unique protein sources.
-*Wagatha *Treats, organic and made in Vermont.
-*Barkwheats*...an Animal House favorite! You may have met the Barkwheat peeps at Woofstock '09. Barkwheats are a grain-free cookie, made in Maine, and organic. Great for dogs with hyperactivity or sensitive stomachs or allergies to protein or grain. Two new flavors coming out soon.
-*Planet Dog fleece hemp collars *in two fabulous new colors...red and blue. So comfy!
_*SALE!!:*
_-Indigo Moon Grain Free Cat Food, 4lbs.: 20% off!
-Primal Frozen Dog Patties, 8lbs., All Varieties: 20% off!
-Halo Adult Dog, 18lbs, Chicken: 25% off!
While Supplies Last, In-Store Only
Events:
Sat., November 21st, 11am-3pm:
Stella and Chewy's Demo: Lots of free treats from Stella and Chewy's, plus put your name in the hat for a free Stella and Chewy's gift basket. Makers of grain-free goodies including treats, freeze dried patties and frozen dinners for dogs and cats.
Sat., December 5th, 10am -2pm:
Santa Paws is BACK by popular demand. Bring in your doggies and kitties and even the kids for a picture-perfect portrait of your family. More info to follow shortly...
AND...
Sat., Dec.5th, 11am-2pm:
Adoption Clinic: Maine Greyhound Placement Service. Come on and meet (and pet!) these gentle sweethearts and chat with the volunteers over at MGPS. See some of the doggies looking for homes, what you can do to help, and what the organization is all about. And be sure to give them a treat or two; I have it on good authority that they are big fans of Animal House treats!
December 12th-December 24th:
Twelve Woofs of Christmas. This year's recipient of Twelve Woofs is The Lincoln County Animal Shelter. ***Bring in any new or gently used pet item (*food, toys, bowls, beds, litter, etc.) to The Animal House and stick it under our tree. We will be collecting items to donate on their behalf...so if you have items you are no longer using, don't throw them out! A needy dog or cat at the shelter could really use it!
Food Spotlight:
Whole Earth Farms
www.theanimalhouse.net/catalog/Whole_Earth_Farms-187-1.html
 Whole Earth Farms dry kibble formulas were created as a truly holistic food at a value price, without compromising the quality of your beloved pet's food. We take the best, healthy ingredients from the earth and mix them into a delicious, daily meal. With multiple protein sources, vitamins and minerals, Whole Earth Farms provides your dog with the best the earth has to offer. Protein rich buffalo, dried cranberries and blueberries, flavorful rosemary, sage and thyme are just a few of the nutritious ingredients you will find in our three, age-specific formulas. Your four legged friend deserves the very best when it comes to nutrition, and Whole Earth Farms is exactly that.
Pet Profile:
Photo courtesy of Meredith Perdue at &Unlimited
*Meet Loki.* Loki came to us courtesy of Petfinder, via Canine Guardians for Life. Loki, a firecracker of a doggie, has special dietary needs. This month, we will be featuring Loki's diet as an example of what we feed our own four-legged family:
_Age_: approx 6 years
_Breed_: Border Collie mix
_Issue:_ Seizures of indeterminate cause
_Loki's protocol:_ Loki has always been fed a grain-free raw diet, but Dr. Strobbe of Medomak Veterinary Care recommended that we change her protein to a more "cooling" food, such as turkey or duck. Cooling foods help with hyperactivity in the brain (or in Loki's case, generalized hyperactivity!).
Treats:_ Barkwheats Chamomile, Stella & Chewy's Duck
Food_: Sojo's Complete Dehydrated Grain-Free Turkey
Supplements_: Settle Seizures from Herbsmith, NaturVet probiotics
Etc:_ Dr. Strobbe has done a few rounds of Acupuncuture.
Since we started her on this regime,...voila! Seizure free!
*Next month: *Sadie, with a sensitive pancreas.
Frequent Buyer/Frequent Bather:_ Don't forget to use your Frequent Buyer card every time you check out. Buy 12 bags (same brand, same size) get your 13th bag free! Also, when you use our Self Service Dog Wash, be sure to use our Frequent Bather Card!
Suds!
Need to have your doggie or kitty all spruced up for the howl-idays? Make an appointment for a bath and trim at SUDS! Grooming at The Animal House. A link to our Grooming Menu:
http://www.animalhouseblog.com/grooming/
*Be sure to call in soon; appointments fill up fast.* And remember, we do nail trims! Nail trim appointments are available everyday except Wednesdays and Sundays.
That's all folks...have a wonderful Thanksgiving! We all have a lot to be thankful for!
Regards,
The Animal House
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Dear Abby,
I actually have a real question…this totally grosses me out but I’m sure there’s an explanation for why it happens. We have two male labs…Sam (yellow, 10) and Kernel (black, 8). I keep the yard picked up regularly (daily, if not more), but without fail Sam finds pleasure in eating Kernel’s poo. Why does he do this? Other than standing immediately behind them while they’re doing their business (which is not always possible anyways), what can I do to prevent this? It even happens right after they eat a meal. YUCK! Thanks Doc
-Aaron
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