August 6, 2011
I have always been skeptical about products that claim to solve the world's problems in just 30 seconds...that is until I used Plaqclnz! Ok, seriously though, I recently picked up my 8 year old cocker spaniel from a day at the vet's office having his teeth cleaned and quite a few extracted due to advanced periodontal disease. As you can imagine, the entire procedure (which included 2 office visits, bloodwork, pre cancer screening since we were taking blood anyway, a follow up visit etc etc etc) was not kind to my checkbook. So I decided to start looking into some alternative methods to save myself some money seeing as how I have 4 dogs 3 of which are above the age of 6. This is when I came across Plaqclnz. I figured it couldn't hurt to try this product since it claimed to, when used properly, eliminate the need for sedation dentistry for pets. I purchased the product and sprayed it into my standard poodle, ZZ's mouth. He accepted it with no objection. 30 minutes later, I used the Oral Irrigator to begin to dislodge the tartar and plaque buildup on his teeth. Of course you can't tell the difference after just one use, but I could not believe that his breath was fresh after just one application. Teeth brushing has never done that for any of the dogs I've used it on. In the same way if you did not brush your teeth for 4 weeks and then brushed one time you're breath would not be miraculously better. However, after following the first 2 steps of the Plaqclnz routine, his breath was noticeably pleasant! In that moment, my conversion began. Since then I have been applying the drops at home as often as I can remember. I am not upset that I have not done it everyday like you are supposed to because I feel like I will be a very realistic case study. Few people in their busy lives are going to remember everyday to place the drops in their mouth so I am excited to see the results I would expect of my clients if they use this product.
So far, I'm loving it. I use it on all of my pets and have done so for a little over a month now. I took pictures of ZZ's teeth before and will post the afters next month and try to do so regularly so we can all see the progress in real time. Be sure to visit the PlaqClnz website, it has a plethora of good information, facts, and testimonials. Another reason I am really focusing on my pets' dental health now is due to the dramatic change I saw in Rip, my cocker spaniel's personality and overall health after his teeth were cleaned. His skin issues cleared up within a matter of days, no more runny eyes, he didn't have anymore accidents in the house, he's put on weight...in fact too much, now he's on a diet! I am in shock as to how much his health improved simply due to the teeth cleaning. I have always known it to be important, but never knew the extent to which poor dental health can lead to a myriad of other problems. It's worth it for their immediate comfort to put forth the effort in keeping their mouths healthy, but ultimately it will extend their lives and quality of life as well.
Posted by Erin McLaughlin. Posted In : Pet Health Tips
August 6, 2011
Been busy with so much around the shop lately that the blog has been sorely neglected. Since the last post, I have been to another grooming competition in Rhode Island. I was entered in 4 classes. In the "All Other Purebreds" class I was competing with Pippin, a curly coated Portuguese Water Dog, loaned to me by a good friend and PWD breeder, Jane Harding of Cutwater Portuguese Water Dogs in Essex. With Pippin, I was given an honorable mention. The judge, Julie Ostoski said of the class a... Continue reading...
Posted by Erin McLaughlin. Posted In : Little Shop News
April 25, 2011
When I first heard about Reiki I was a little skeptical, even more so when I heard people rave about it's benefits on pets. Then Craig, one of our bathing technicians and our in-house Reiki Master, slowly began to change my mind. I asked him to help me dry a cat that had come into the salon for a bath and brushout. Most cats are very tolerant for the whole process, but they are not usually enjoying it as much as we would like them to. Well, Craig began to dry this cat and after a few minu... Continue reading...
Posted by Erin McLaughlin. Posted In : Spa Services
April 23, 2011
I'm back from an exciting weekend at Intergroom in NJ. This particular show happens to be one of my favorite competitions and trade shows. While I did not place with any of my entries this go round, I was able to gain some very good experience and learn some new tricks for next time. The highlight of the weekend had to be the arrival of my new Kerry Blue Terrier puppy. She is 10 weeks old, and quite the firecracker! Her name has not been decided on as of yet, but we are working on it! T... Continue reading...
Posted by Erin McLaughlin. Posted In : Little Shop News
January 28, 2011
While I try to keep 99% of the information posted on here to be pet related, this was just too good not to share. Check out www.CleaningForAReason.com if you know a woman with cancer. This nonprofit organization offers once a month free home cleanings for four months for women who are undergoing treatment. All she has to do is sign up and have a doctor's note verifying her treatment. Please pass the word on to let people know there are people out there that are thinking of even their most... Continue reading...
Posted by Erin McLaughlin. Posted In : Miscellaneous
November 10, 2010
I arrived with my 4 dog entourage Friday morning and got right to work. Jackson and Jake were bathed and then once we were all settled into the hotel room, Jackson and I headed back out to the competition ring.  Jackson is an absolute angel on the table, and how can one resist his face?!?  Although we did not place, we learned how to tweak our groom for the next time. Here is a picture of Jackson all finished.  Friday night they had a wonderful new class, Pomadorable. Several groomers enter... Continue reading...
Posted by Erin McLaughlin. Posted In : Little Shop News
October 16, 2010
Don't forget to follow us on Facebook and Twitter: LittleShopSalon. Check our homepage for a link to our Facebook page. Continue reading...
Posted by Erin McLaughlin. Posted In : Miscellaneous
October 16, 2010
In the last several years I have been using spot on flea treatments sparingly and only as needed. I have 7 fur bearing pets so fleas are definitely a concern for me as an infestation would happen quickly. However I began to not be so quick to apply the chemicals when one of my dogs would literally run when he heard the packaging open. I would have to physically remove him from under a bed or table to put the treatment on and then he'd spend the better part of an hour moping around the hous... Continue reading...
Posted by Erin McLaughlin. Posted In : Pet Health Tips
October 13, 2010
We had a great time at our open house party! Our estimate was about 200 visitors who watched our demos, snacked on hot dogs and donuts, visited with their dogs and others' pets, won prizes, and enjoyed the beautiful day we were given. Thank you all for coming out to support us and find out more about what Little Shop has to offer. We look forward to our fall festival next year with even more great attractions! Continue reading...
Posted by Erin McLaughlin. Posted In : Little Shop News
August 19, 2010
Hello Little Shop pets and parents! We are having a photo contest to showcase some of our wonderful clients! Bring us your pictures, either in shop or via email by Saturday, September 18. Everyone who enters is eligible for our grand prize drawing at our open house on Sunday, September 26. You do not have to be present to win the drawing, however if you are in attendance and win the grand prize, there will be a bonus prize. The grand prize is a free grooming, second place is a free spa pac... Continue reading...
Posted by Erin McLaughlin. Posted In : Miscellaneous
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