1. Vet Chat

Chat with veterinarian Dr. Steven Raabe this Saturday, February 11th. Dr. Raabe is from Prairie Animal Hospital, S.C., and he’ll be here between 1-3pm.

He is certified in veterinary acupuncture, which is used to treat and prevent many conditions in our pets. He also offers other alternative medicines including Chinese herbs (TCVM) and homeopathic remedies.

Join us for this informal chance to ask Dr. Raabe any questions you may have regarding acupuncture, Chinese herbs, homeopathic remedies or any other questions you’ve always wanted to ask a full-service veterinarian.

2. Adopt A Friend

Lakeland Animal Shelter will be at the store this Friday & Saturday February 10th & 11th from 10-2pm (Friday) and 11-3pm (Saturday.)

Stop in to meet adoptable dogs & cats and learn about this great resource for animals in our community.

3. Earthborn Representative

A representative from Earthborn Holistic food will be here to hand out samples and coupons from 10-3pm on Saturday, February 11th.

Stop in to learn more about this line of food and the other programs Earthborn offers.

The Perfect Valentine

We’d LOVE to give you a $25.00 Gift Certificate to the store this Valentine’s Day!

Just post a photo of your pet on our Facebook page and let us know what their Theme Song is. For example, Wylie’s theme song is “Take Me Out To The Ball Game” because two of his favorite things are peanuts and playing ball.

The photo with the most LIKES by Valen-TAILS Day wins a $25.00 Gift Certificate to the store! What song best describes your pet? Join in the fun and we guarantee you will come away singing and smiling!

We Love You!

Hey, Valentine’s Day is around the corner and we figured what better time than now to say we love our Pack & Colony Members!

Thank you for supporting us, helping us grow and letting us become a part of your family.

Susie opened End of the Leash because her passion is to help companion animals have the highest quality of life they can. She saw with her own dog that had cancer what a huge role nutrition, supplements and holistic methods of healing can do.

Her passion and dedication to offering the safest, highest quality food and supplies grows stronger every day. We don’t sell you something just to sell you something. We carry products that help your animal thrive and that help your bond grow stronger – longer.

Happy Valen-TAILS Day from the entire staff at End of the Leash!

Please remember that us folks at End of the Leash are not veterinarians, and no information on our website is intended to replace the indispensable and professional advice of your veterinarian.

Mud Magnet® paw cleaner keeps the dirt outside from coming in!

When dogs come indoors, they bring water, dirt and grime with them. Now you can quickly clean your dog’s paws before getting into your car or going indoors. The Mud Magnet® is made of super absorbent Microfiber material that holds up to 6 times its weight in dirt and water.

• Unique 2-in-1 design converts from a glove to a mitt.
• Quick drying – hang by the loop to dry between uses.
• Machine washable and dryable
• Choose from pink or blue

FUR Dry, the wet dog solution

You know the scenario far too well: you’ve just bathed your dog but before you can towel them dry he unleashes a mighty shake that spews water droplets everywhere followed by the on-the-back-full-body wiggle on your carpet, sofa or bedspread. It appears that our wet pet is enjoying themselves as he shakes, rubs, and rolls all over the house. They do this because they just don’t like to stay wet. Our pets, like us, want to be dry, cozy, and warm.

FUR Dry is a patented dog drying wrap that addresses the nuisance of wet dogs. Made with special microfiber fabric, the FUR Dry rapidly draws water away from a dog’s coat and into the material’s absorbent fibers. FUR Dry wraps are available in five adjustable sizes, from extra small to extra-large, for dogs of all breeds and ages.

Soggy Doggy Super Shammy

Details:

• Quick drying & odor free

• Convenient hand pockets

• One size dries all

• Machine Wash & Dry

Each of the “noodles” in the Soggy Doggy Doormat® and Soggy Doggy Super Shammy is made from millions of textured, ultrafine strands woven together, so the surface area of these products is much greater than meets the eye. The expansive surface area is the secret to microfiber chenille’s tremendous absorbing power and super-fast drying!

The microfiber chenille blend allows the Soggy Doggy Doormats® and Super Shammys to soak up water and dirt like a sponge! The doormats absorb 5x more water than regular cotton doormats and the Super Shammy can hold up to 7x its weight in water. The material is exceptionally hard-working and goes right in the washer and dryer. But the chenille also makes it velvety-soft and gentle under delicate paws and bellies.

A Large Variety of Discounts

We are featuring a lot of great discounts on Nature’s Variety food—raw and kibble.

From now until February 15th:

• $6 dollars off all small Instinct bags
• $5 dollars off medium & large Instinct bags

For the entire month of February take advantage of the following:

• $3 dollars off 3lb. medallions
• $5 dollars off 6lb. patties
• $3 dollars off new chubs and patty packs.
• $1.50 off all beef bones – a great way to keep your pooch busy during the cold, winter months

About Nature’s Variety:

Nature’s Variety is a small, independent pet food company located in Lincoln, Nebraska. Our team is passionate about providing proper, holistic nutrition for your beloved dog and cat. We believe the best nutrition comes from healthy, natural ingredients.

We know all about natural foods – the Nature’s Variety line was developed by families who have been practicing sustainable agriculture for more than 140 years, raising quality livestock and growing crops in America’s heartland. Our wholesome foods are made with integrity and care. We stand behind our products with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.

Chiropractic Adjustments & Holistic Consultations
for your dog at End of the Leash

This Thursday, February 2nd Dr. Deanna Witte with Witte’s Natural Veterinary Care will be at the store to do consultations and chiropractic adjustments for your dog.

You can also make an appointment for a holistic consultation with Dr. Witte to discuss holistic options for your pet (nutrition, supplements, essential oils etc…).

About Witte’s Veterinary Care:

Veterinary service providing traditional and alternative treatment options for your pets. Services include spinal manipulative therapy, wellness exams with individualized vaccination schedules, medical treatment, aromatherapy/therapeutic oils, western herbs, nutrition counseling, and whole food supplementation.

Appointments are for 20 minutes and include a consultation and adjustment. Call the store to reserve your spot: 262-363-3338.

Happy Groundhog Day on Thursday!

Your Friends at End of the Leash

Please remember that us folks at End of the Leash are not veterinarians, and no information on our website is intended to replace the indispensable and professional advice of your veterinarian.

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End of the Leash was presented with the Entrepreneur of the Year Award at the Mukwonago Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet last week.

Store owner, Susie Bower, is pictured at left with the Field Representative from Paul Ryan’s Office, Nate Schacht. “Thanks everybody!” Susie said. “I appreciate your support and really appreciate all the amazing customers I have!”

Plaque Wording:
“In recognition of your outstanding entrepreneurial spirit that contributes towards the enhancement of the Mukwonago Area Community and dedication to the Mukwonago Area Chamber of Commerce.”

Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition from US Congressman Paul Ryan:
“In recognition of receiving the prestigious Entrepreneur of the Year Award from the Mukwonago Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism. I commend your hard work, selfless dedication, and commitment to excellence in making End of the Leash a successful business. Your entrepreneurial spirit is very admirable and serves as an inspiration to the entire business community. On behalf of the residents of the Mukwonago community and Wisonsin’s 1st Congressional District, your exemplary professional and community service is admirable.”

Take Me Out To The Ballgame

What is your pet’s theme song?

Post a photo of your pet on our Facebook Wall and tell us what their “theme song” is.

For example, Wylie’s theme song is “Take Me Out To The Ball Game” because two of his favorite things are peanuts and playing ball.

The photo with the most LIKES by Valen-TAILS Day wins a $25.00 Gift Certificate to the store!

What song best describes your pet? Join in the fun and we guarantee you will come away singing and smiling!

Lakeland Animal Shelter

This Friday, January 27th from 11-3pm Lakeland Animal Shelter will have adoptable dogs and cats at the store.

Stop in to say hello, learn about Lakeland’s plans for a new shelter and to possibly meet your new best friend.

Why Should Pet Food Have Moisture?

Taken from The Honest Kitchen:

Kidney diseases and urinary tract issues in cats are rampant in this country. Cats, being desert animals by nature, are designed to get water from their food. A cat’s normal prey is at least 70% water. Dry food only contains 5-10% moisture, while canned and dehydrated foods (as well as fresh and frozen raw) have over 70% moisture on an as-fed basis.

The Importance of Moisture in Pet Food
Domestic cats may not be inclined to drink as much water from a bowl as they would from a moving water source, even moreso than dogs. This lack of moisture in the diet of our pets can lead to dehydration and kidney issues. Feeding a high moisture food puts that much needed water back into their diet - and ultimately into the digestive tract.

The old adage ‘you are what you eat’ should be taken one step further to ‘you are what you absorb.’ This applies to our own diets, but also to that of our paw-ed friends. For adequate absorption and assimilation of ingredients, at least a portion of a pet’s meal should consist of two things:

1. Contain at least 70% moisture (as-fed)
2. Fresh ingredients (foods that have not been heavily cooked, not exceeding 165 degrees, or extruded

In addition, when feeding a dehydrated pet food (hydrated once fed), this meal contains more fresh ingredients, and the potency and integrity of these ingredients are maintained closer to as nature intended.

Read the rest of the story here on The Honest Kitchen site!

Earthborn Holistic

Our representative from Earthborn Holistic will be here this Friday, January 27th from 4-7pm and Saturday, January 28th from 10-2pm. Stop in for free samples and information about this great line of food.

From Earthborn Holistic:

Love Your Planet
We care not only about the nutritional needs of your dog, but also about the environment and the earth we inhabit. Our goal is to produce delicious, natural food for your dog and to create awareness about our environment, too. We don’t claim to be experts in the field of sustainability, but we are doing our part in every way possible to help take care of our planet.

Earthborn Holistic® packaging is made in North America from clean natural gas, versus crude oil, which means reduced dependency on foreign oil. We’ve reduced the size and weight of our packaging. Our plastic packaging is lighter and takes up less space, so more packages fit in a truck and less fuel is used in the supply chain. We’re using renewable resources to manufacture Earthborn Holistic® dog food, and we’re working to reduce our footprint on the planet.

You can do your part, also. There are many ways for each of us to help the environment and leave a better planet for the next generation:

• Understand alternative energy
• Educate children
• Cut and offset emissions
• Conserve land and water
• Recycle waste
• Reduce waste and reuse items
• Use alternative transportation

Also, check out our UPCs for Trees program. When you send in your Earthborn Holistic® UPCs, we plant trees!

Love Your Dog. Love Your Planet.™

Hope to see you soon!

Your Friends at End of the Leash

Please remember that us folks at End of the Leash are not veterinarians, and no information on our website is intended to replace the indispensable and professional advice of your veterinarian.

Our store kitties agree, this is one amazing litter and we love the fact that it is:

• 100% Natural
• Biodegradable
• Fast Clumping
• Low Dust
• Superior Odor Control

Purr & Simple™ Kwik Klump Formula Cat Litter is made from nutshells but it comes in a granular, clumping form. The fast-forming, hard clumps are easy to scoop with great odor eliminating power. The natural soil-like color of Purr & Simple™ camouflages feces and is your cats naturally preferred restroom.

Based on a single cat household Purr & Simple™ Kwik Klump Formula typically lasts 4 weeks between changes. Individual results may vary.

Flushing: Purr & Simple™ Pellet Formula Cat Litter has been certified as “Safe to dispose of by flushing in toilets.*” It is recommended that a maximum of 4-5 cups of used Purr & Simple™ Pellet Formula Cat Litter should be flushed at a time.

From the Earth to the Earth
Mother Nature provided Purr & Simple™ with an incredibly effective odor neutralizing ingredient the Nutshell! This all-natural cat litter maintains a proprietary blend of fibrous material from tree-nut crops.

This revolutionary cat litter is annually renewable made from resources that can be restored by nature within one year!

Think about it… the trees that are planted to produce food for the world convert carbon dioxide to oxygen. Then tree-nut by-products are used as cat litter to solve a common household problem odor control from pets. And after use, Purr & Simple can be returned to the Earth as compost.

Can you think of a more environmentally friendly product with a lower carbon footprint?

Bags & Bernards

St. Bernard Rescue will be at the store this Saturday, January 21st from 10-2pm. What better time than winter to adopt a Saint!

Along with available Saints for adoption, there will be a Miche Bag sale and raffle. There will also be a free raffle drawing for a Miche Bag!!

A portion of all proceeds from the sale of bags on this day will benefit the rescue.

Animal Communication

Animal Communicator Rebecca Moravec will be at the store this Saturday, January 21st.

Find out what your animal is thinking and feeling and work through any behavior issues you may be experiencing. Bring your animal with you or bring in a photograph.

Rebecca can also communicate with your animal friends that have crossed the Rainbow Bridge.

Twenty minute and half hour consultations are available – call the store for rates and to schedule your appointment at 262-363-3338.

Have a fantastic day!

Your Friends at End of the Leash

Please remember that us folks at End of the Leash are not veterinarians, and no information on our website is intended to replace the indispensable and professional advice of your veterinarian.

Organic, Human-Grade Bee Pollen Granules

Collected from pesticide- and chemical-free fields of lush wildflowers. All-Organic! Non-irradiated! Enzymatically active! Pollen is reported to be the richest food source known. Pollen is rich in all the amino acids, vitamins, minerals and vital trace elements, hormones, carbohydrates, and more than 5000 enzymes and coenzymes necessary for digestion and healing. Remember, a diet deficient in only one nutrient can result in ill health and disease for your pet!

The protein content of bee-collected pollen averages 20-25%; half are essential free amino acids (complete proteins). Mineral content averages 2.7%. Dosage: 1-2 tsp/day.

WHOLISTIC BEE POWER TM

100% Pure & Live Bee Pollen Granules — A Natural Source of Vitamins, Minerals & Amino Acids

Collected from lush fields of wildflowers, this is “Nature’s Miracle Food” at its best!

This super-premium HUMAN-GRADE bee pollen provides your pet with vitamins, minerals, over 5,000 enzymes and coenzymes, and more of nature’s bounty that is yet to be identified!

What is bee pollen? Bee pollen is the dust-sized male seed of a flower blossom, which collects on the back legs of bees as they move from flower to flower. The honeybee collects pollen and mixes it with its own digestive enzymes.

One pollen granule contains from one hundred thousand to five million pollen spores each capable of reproducing its entire species! Bee pollen is one of the oldest food supplements known to mankind, dating back to the early Egyptians and ancient Chinese. Even Hippocrates used it as a healing substance over 2500 years ago! Bee pollen, the food of the young bee, contains all the elements essential to life, elements that act together in synergy and which cannot be synthetically reproduced in laboratories.

Why is bee pollen called Nature’s miracle food? Bee pollen contains nearly every known nutrient required for a balanced human diet: 22 amino acids (including eight that are “essential” and therefore must be supplied through the diet), 27 minerals, most of the known vitamins, and many enzymes. It is 35% protein (more protein than in eggs, beef or cheese), 40% carbohydrate, and 5% fat. It lacks only roughage and water for totally complete and balanced human health and nutrition. Pee pollen is also naturally high in B vitamins and is often taken for increased energy and vitality. Bee pollen is considered one of nature’s most completely nourishing foods!

Why are enzymes so important? Enzymes control the chemical reactions in the body that are necessary to sustain life. Without enzymes, cells could not function. Things that we take for granted such as being able to metabolize food, having energy, healing, having the ability to digest food, just to name a few, would not be possible without enzymes. Unfortunately, when we cook food, we kill all the enzymes present because enzymes are very heat and light sensitive. Processed foods are devoid of enzymes. Wholistic Bee Power TM is very rich in live, active enzymes and co-enzymes. Because it is collected from lush fields in the United States and not imported from cheaper sources where product integrity is often compromised through processing and storage, Wholistic Bee Power TM is rich in all valuable nutrients.

Are there other uses for bee pollen? Wholistic Bee Power TM is known to strengthen the immune system because of its antioxidant properties. Through normal cell metabolism, free radicals develop in the body. Free radicals are byproducts of cell metabolism that circulate freely in the body looking to bind with other cells. However, upon binding, these free radicals cause degenerative damage and disease. They are especially associated with aging. The antioxidants found in WholisticBee Power TM block free radicals, decreasing the damage and even reversing much of the cell oxidation. Wholistic Bee Power TM also helps counteract the effects of radiation and environmental pollutants that weaken the immune system. Athletes often use bee pollen to help increase their strength, stamina, endurance, energy and speed.

Bee pollen has been known to stimulate ovarian function, thereby boosting fertility and increasing egg production. It also increases physical and mental abilities, especially when associated with aging, assists in boosting a sluggish metabolism and thereby assisting in weight loss, and has been known to reduce hay fever and allergies by a process of slow desensitization.

Wholistic Bee Power TM is designed for your pet’s health. We think you will agree!

• Vibrant Health & Well-Being  • Mental Alertness  • Enhanced Immune System  • Slows the Aging Process  • Aid in Weight Control  • Aid in Digestion  • Relief of Allergy Symptoms  • Increased Strength & Vitality  • Increased Endurance  • Energy-Booster  • Increased Fertility

Wholistic Bee Power TM is collected from pesticide-free fields in the United States.

Much of the Bee Pollen sold in the U.S. is imported from China, where there is little to no quality control or regulations. Testing often shows the bee pollen to be contaminated and to contain little of the active ingredients stated on the label. That is why it is very important to obtain bee pollen that comes from pristine sources. Wholistic Bee Power TM comes from lush fields of wildflowers that are not treated with pesticides or other chemical contaminants. WholisticBee Power TM is also non-irradiated.

Your pets deserve the best! Give them Wholistic Bee Power TM Nutritional analysis of this exceptionally dynamic supplement shows that it contains a variety of vitamins, minerals, proteins, carbohydrates and free amino acids.

Recommended Feeding Guidelines:

1-2 Tsp Daily Sprinkled on Food.

Ingredients: 100% Organic Bee Pollen.

Dog Park Petition Update

Last week, 827 signatures were presented to the Waukesha County Park representative in favor of a dog park in Mukwonago.   He was impressed with the petition and is positive this could happen!

A landscape architect will put together a cost/budget so it can be incorporated into the 2013 County budget.  At this point it would go to the County Executive for inclusion in the 2013 budget.

Fundraising costs would then be presented to share with the community. In early Fall of 2012, local fundraising could begin.

Way to go, Pack Members! We will continue to update you all on the progress.

Friday the 13th – NOTHING Scary Here!

We guarantee your day will be a good one when you stop in the store between the hours of 10am-3pm.

Our representative from Stella & Chewy’s will be demonstrating and handing out great coupons. Stop in to learn more about this food made in Milwaukee!

Adopt a Friend to Keep You Warm

Lakeland Animal Shelter is in the store Friday & Saturday this week (January 13th & 14th ) showcasing adoptable dogs & cats.

Reduce your heating bills this winter—snuggle up with a new friend to stay warm!

Earthborn Holistic

Saturday, January 14th our Earthborn Holistic representative will be here from 10am-2pm.

Stop in for samples and coupons and to learn more about this line of food.

We hope you have enjoyed this beautiful week!

Your Friends at End of the Leash

Please remember that us folks at End of the Leash are not veterinarians, and no information on our website is intended to replace the indispensable and professional advice of your veterinarian.

We’re LIVE with a new computerized Point of Sale System!

This is such an exciting time as the system will streamline all of our processes but especially the loyalty programs. No more searching for your punch card or looking up your food card – they are all programmed into the system.

We appreciate your support and patience during this time as we transition all of our items and programs into place.

Walkin’ in a Winter Wonderland

It’s snow joke, the cold weather has arrived and customers are venturing in for coats and boots for their dogs. Not just a fashion statement, they are a necessity this time of year for most dogs!

Dogs can suffer from frostbite as well as the danger of salt, toxic ice melting chemicals, and anti-freeze that can be absorbed into the paw pads or ingested.

We have a nice selection of boots, coats, sweaters and even pajamas to choose from! Make walks more enjoyable this time of year and keep your pooch safe from the elements.

This Joint Ain’t Jumpin’

CMO-PlusWarm up your pup by adding a supplement to help their joints and relieve discomfort and inflammation. Items such as the Hip Flex and CMO-Plus assist in joint health, flexibility and ease of motion.

Research at Michigan State University’s Bioactive Natural Products and Phytoceuticals Laboratory identified that the natural enzymes and antioxidant compounds in cherries may help relieve discomfort and inflammation associated with normal daily exercise and activity.

Hip FlexCMO PlusTM contains:

• High quality Cetyl Myristoleate (CMO) Complex
• Glucosamine HCl
• MSM
• Vitamin C
• Bromelain
• Boswellia
• Yucca
• Curcumin

Removing the grains from your dogs diet is a good way to help keep inflammation down as well as adding an oil like Salmon Oil, Cod Liver Oil, Flax Seed Oil or Coconut Oil.

Stop in and see us soon!

Your Friends at End of the Leash

Please remember that us folks at End of the Leash are not veterinarians, and no information on our website is intended to replace the indispensable and professional advice of your veterinarian.

Clarice had plans to stay up until Midnight and watch the ball drop, but…We’ll be open on New Year’s Eve Day, Saturday, December 31st with our regular hours of 9am-4pm.

Pick up some treats and chews for your four legged friends to enjoy while ringing in 2012. Why not share a “beer for the New Year” with your pooch? (It’s actually a bone made with beer grains…check it out!)

We are closed on Sunday, January 1st for the New Year Holiday. We reopen with our regular store hours of 9am-7pm on Monday, January 2nd.

ENewsletter

We’ll be sending out our end of the year Enewsletter soon!

At the beginning of each month we send out our popular Enewsletter which highlights our events, sales, new products, product information, special discounts and more.

If you’d like to join our Pack to receive this click on CONTACT US (in the menu at the top of the page) and enter your name and email in the required areas.  Enter “Enewsletter” in the subject line, and leave us a little note in the “Message” box. That’s it!

To enter your pets into our Birthday Club, enter the names and birth dates of your pets and whether they are dogs or cats in the “Message” box. At the beginning of your pet’s special birthday month they will receive a free birthday gift!

Canidae & Holiday Deals

All of our holiday collars & toys are at 50% off while supplies last.All of our holiday collars & toys are at 50% off while supplies last.

Also while supplies last, we have some great Canidae specials:

·  $10.00 off 30lb. bag of Sea, Sky or Land Grain Free

·  $2.00 off 15lb. bag of Sea, Sky or Land Grain Free

·  30lb. bags of Canidae Platinum are $35.99

We Love Technology

We’re going live with a POS System!

“No more punch cards? Aww, just as I was perfecting my awesome right hook…” POS stands for Positively Outstanding Super System. (It really stands for Point Of Sale System, but we are so excited that this is what we like to call it!) This amazing computerized system will streamline everything in the store. No more food cards or punch cards needed, all your information will be kept in the system.

Check our blog and Facebook page for details as to when we’ll be going live and thank you for your patience as we move into this new venture.

Skip The Febreze, Try PureAyre

PureAyre’s pure and powerful all-natural formula lets you get rid of pet odors without the dangers of chemicals, bacteria or alcohol. It’s strong enough to get rid of really bad smells like cat urine and even skunk, yet safe enough to spray directly onto people and animals! Because it’s all natural “food-grade”, you can even use it around birds and exotic pets. Pure. Powerful. Guaranteed.

PureAyre is also the most versatile pet odor eliminator you can buy. You can fog it, spray it onto furniture, mop it onto floors, wash laundry with it, add it to your carpet cleaner, and even use it to remove stains.

PureAyre is the naturally powerful way to completely eliminate odors from:

• Bedding
• Birds
• Cages
• Carpets
• Fabrics
• Fecal Matter
• Litter Boxes
• Skunk Spray
• Urine
• Vomit
• and much more…

Pureayre is safe to spray directly on pets. Also removes stains.

Don’t fill your home with yet another dangerous substance. Eliminate odors and pollutants with PureAyre and breathe pure air.

Happy, Happy New Year!  Have a blast and be safe!

Your Friends at End of the Leash

Please remember that us folks at End of the Leash are not veterinarians, and no information on our website is intended to replace the indispensable and professional advice of your veterinarian.

Wylie-max, Santa Paws’ newest reindeer, wishes you Wysdom for new treat-hunting skills for 2012!We will be closed on Sunday, December 25th

to celebrate the Christmas holiday.

Our regular hours resume on Monday the 26th from 9am-7pm.

We will also be closed on Sunday, January 1st

to celebrate the New Year.

Our regular hours will resume on Monday the 2nd from 9am-7pm.

Run Run Rudolph - We’ve Got VIVID™ Collars

VIVID™ is a fantastic illuminating safety collar, designed to keep your dog safe and visible at night.

The super-bright white LED’s have four light settings; a unique light-sensitive mode, (automatically coming on when dark), slow-flashing, quick-flashing and permanently on. The tough, strong padded design with secure metal buckle means that the VIVID™ collar can be worn all the time. Being water-resistant makes it perfect for all weather.

The VIVID™ collar is simple to power, either re-charge direct into the mains or via a USB giving up to 15 hours continuous use. No batteries required and visibility is up to 1000ft.

‘Tis the Season to Overindulge

We admit it—we’re overindulging in holiday goodies!

With all the treats around at this time of year it’s difficult not to overdo it and the same thing can happen with our pets!

Below is a great article by Dr. Melissa Shelton that talks about the essential oil Di-Gize (by Young Living) to help ease our tummy aches no matter what the cause.

Along with the Di-Gize Dr. Shelton recommends, to help ease your pooch’s tummy aches we also recommend canned pumpkin, coconut oil and a digestive enzyme. The Perfect Form by Honest Kitchen is another great option for any kind of dietary upset.

Di-Gize is an essential oil blend which is incredibly helpful for any gastrointestinal upset. (For both humans AND animals!)Whether the flu or food poisoning, if you do happen to get sick here are a few tips to help you to speed through the unpleasantness. Di-Gize is an essential oil blend which is incredibly helpful for any gastrointestinal upset. From nausea to diarrhea to heartburn - a drop or two rubbed onto your belly, placed into your belly button, or rubbed onto your feet - delivers relief. Animals can be “pet” with a light coating of this oil on your hands, and receive the same benefits - including help with car sickness. When you “know” you might have to vomit - but it just isn’t quite happening yet… Filling an empty gel capsule with DiGize and swallowing it down - will either make you feel better or purge whatever has to come up - UP and OUT! Peppermint oil can be dripped into the belly button or rubbed onto the bottoms of your feet to help relieve fevers, nausea, headaches, and more. Every essential oil can boost your immune system - however when our family feels like we are starting to “go down” - we often reach for a Raindrop Technique application of oils or ImmuPower essential oil blend. By using these oils - we have averted certain illness many times. You can find many past newsletter articles on using oils at www.OilyVet.com or follow this link to a newsletter on the basics of using essential oils.

Remember, I only recommend the use of Young Living Essential Oils for use in or around animals (and humans for that matter). This brand of essential oils consistently shows the quality needed for use in animals - and the use of other brands may prove dangerous for your animals. Through research, case studies, and retrospective studies - I am documenting the difference in qualities of essential oils in my veterinary hospital. I do not make this recommendation lightly! —Dr. Melissa Shelton

A Recipe for a Happy Hanukkah
by Helen Fazio, Travel Dog Blogger

This year, Hanukkah starts on December 20 at sundown. Here’s a traditional recipe, adapted for dogs. Two small latkes will make your pup feel he is part of the fun. Treats in moderation are the spice of life!

Mmmm, latkes for everyone!Combine 4 cubed sweet potatoes, 2 eggs, 2 tbsp all-purpose flour, and 1 tsp baking powder, and pulse in a blender until thoroughly mixed.

Heat 1/4 cup canola oil in a skillet over medium heat. Scoop up about 1/3 cup of the mixture and shape into a patty. Fry each latke for 2 to 3 minutes per side until brown and crisp, adding more oil as needed. Dab the latkes with a paper towel after cooking and top with a dab of unsweetened applesauce for that authentic touch.

In this season of wonder & magic we hope your holidays are merry and wish you a New Year filled with joy, peace and lots of treats!

Your Friends at End of the Leash

Please remember that us folks at End of the Leash are not veterinarians, and no information on our website is intended to replace the indispensable and professional advice of your veterinarian.

Click here to vote for us!Please vote us #1 for the 5th year in a row!  Voting ends this Sunday the 18th so spread the word.

The WISN A-List is a contest featuring more than 3,029 local businesses competing to be named best. YOUR votes determine the outcome.

Here are some comments we took from our Alist voters so far—thank you!

• Wonderful selection of NATURAL pet foods!
• WONDERFUL staff and treats for your pet!
• They have healthy food for even the most picky of eaters!
• Very knowledgeable, fun staff that takes their business of pets very seriously.
• I’ve been a customer of EOTL for almost 5 years. When it comes to any product they sell—especially foods—Susie does all the “homework” for you so you know you are getting absolutely the best for your furry loved ones! The whole staff is sincerely kind, knowledgeable, compassionate and friendly. Prices are excellent, selection is superb and they really do care about you and your pet! ~~Lots of <3 from the Slight household critter crew =^..^=
• Went there when I came back to Wisconsin for a visit. Wish I had a pet store like that here in CT!!!!
• A great pet supply store. I love their focus on enrichment and positive reinforcement for your pet.
• There is a reason they have won for the past 4 years.
• Awesome place to shop for your pets and the most friendly and knowledgeable staff.
• The service is outstanding! Awesome selection of products.
• Friendly, helpful and wonderful staff.
• Just keeps getting better!
• Just like the Cheers Bar, everybody knows my name! Friendly, helpful, fun staff with everything you could possibly want for your cat (or dog, if you’re not lucky enough to have a cat! :) My favorite store!
• End of the Leash is the best in every way!

Sweet (& Healthy) Holiday Treat

Front Porch Pets, based In Waukesha, creates a sweet treat that is a sweet gift!

They were recently featured by 12 News Wisconsin as a unique, local holiday gift item for your dog.  Read more at www.wisn.com.

They have always been one of our most popular sellers so pick a bag up for the special pooch in your life today.

“Enzymes are life and when your dog is out of enzymes, he is out of life.”

—from “Enzymes And Your Dog” by Dogs Naturally on December 1, 2011

Enzymes are responsible for every metabolic reaction that takes place in your body, whether it is the blinking of your eye or the functioning of your liver. Of course, the same applies to your dog’s body.

The body also uses enzymes to digest and use food. There are two types of enzymes that do that: enzymes in the food itself, and digestive enzymes that reside in the digestive organs. The body can’t produce a finite supply of digestive enzymes – like a bank account, if you continuously make withdrawals without depositing money, you will soon be broke.

This is what happens when dogs eat processed pet foods. Cooking at temperatures above 118 o F destroys the naturally occurring enzymes in food. This means your dog’s body has to produce all of the enzymes necessary to digest the food and sooner or later, this limited supply will be used up. If the body is constantly producing enzymes for digestion, it can’t produce the enzymes needed for maintaining healthy tissue and cleaning up toxins in the body. This places strain on the pancreas as it must be constantly producing digestive enzymes instead of its normal work as part of the immune system. This strain leads to ill health, chronic disease such as diabetes, arthritis and allergies, and a shortened lifespan. Enzymes are life and when your dog is out of enzymes, he is out of life.

The best solution is to feed your dog foods that already have an abundance of enzymes. Whereas processed foods are ‘dead’, raw foods have an abundance of enzymes. In order to function optimally, enzymes work in close association with vitamins and minerals. Vitamins are known as co-enzymes and minerals are known as co-factors. Vitamins and minerals will also be found in abundance in raw foods.

Supplementing with enzymes is often a good idea. Enzymes are used up faster during some illnesses, extremes in weather or strenuous exercise. Older dogs will also benefit from enzyme supplementation as the amount of enzymes produced in the body declines with age and this is partly responsible for age-related illness and debilitation.

Enzyme supplements should be taken with meals – simply open up the capsule and sprinkle it on your dog’s food. Stay away from enzymes with an enteric coating as the enzymes will be released too late and the body will have already used its own enzymes to digest the food.

Animal Communication

Rebecca Moravec, Animal Communicator. Call EOTL to make your appointment today! 262.363.3338Animal Communicator Rebecca Moravec is here this Thursday, December 15th. She can tell you what your animal is thinking and feeling and help address behavior and health related issues.

Perhaps this will be the year kitty will leave the Christmas tree ornaments alone and puppy won’t steal the fruitcake off the table!

Call the store for rates and times available—262.363.3338.

Dreaming of a white Christmas yet? :)

Your Friends at End of the Leash

Please remember that us folks at End of the Leash are not veterinarians, and no information on our website is intended to replace the indispensable and professional advice of your veterinarian.

Santa Paws shops our Great Wall of Toys! Hmmm…he looks vaguely familar, no?

Lakeland Animal Shelter — Friday 12/9

Stop in this Friday between 11-3pm to meet adoptable dogs and cats from Lakeland Animal Shelter!

We are also selling Paw Prints all month to benefit the animals at Lakeland. Stop in to purchase a Small Paw for $1.00 or a Large Paw for $5.00. We are proudly displaying them around the store and all the proceeds benefit the animals in their care.

Midnight Magic Was…Magical

We’d like to give everyone that attended Midnight Magic last Saturday a huge round of a-paws!

Congrats to the Shepard family for winning our Midnight Magic TV raffle!What an amazing day we all had and so many people took advantage of our specials and came to meet some of our vendor representatives.

Congratulations to the Shepard family for winning the 32” LCD TV sponsored by Earthborn Holistic in our Midnight Magic raffle. They were so excited to hear they won that they came in that night (pajamas and all) to pick it up.

Did you know?…

… even a 10% spending shift from chain stores to local businesses could result in nearly $140M in new economic activity, create over 1,600 new jobs and provide over $50M in new wages to the local community? (data from Grand Rapids Local First)

Remember, for every $1 you spend at a locally owned business, more than 68¢, versus 43¢ spent at a national chain, remains in Milwaukee.

Recall On Iams, Science Diet FDA Warnings

We do not sell these foods, and have never carried foods like this, but wanted our Pack members to be aware of the recall and warnings from the FDA.

Iams Puppy Food Recall

Science Diet Gets FDA Warning Letter

We also posted information on our Facebook page about the complaints to the FDA regarding chicken jerky that comes from China.

Susie opened End of the Leash so people would have a place to shop for healthy, holistic and all-natural options for their beloved furry family members. We now carry over 35 varieties of food and none of them contain by-products, corn, wheat, soy, BHA, BHT or preservatives.  We’ve also never stocked any treats or food with ingredients that come from China.

Susie does the homework for you so you can feel comfortable with choosing any items from our shelves. Read Our Story to understand our passion for your pet’s care!

Butterfly Drinking Frankincense

Our friend, Melissa Shelton DVM, shared a video on her Facebook page that we just have to share!  Here’s what Dr. Melissa had to say about it:

My daughter rescued an injured butterfly this summer. If you listen carefully - you’ll hear her whisper “Mom, I think she likes it. Don’t take it away.” Pretty Amazing!

Click here to see the video!

Have a great week!  Stay warm!

Your Friends at End of the Leash

Please remember that us folks at End of the Leash are not veterinarians, and no information on our website is intended to replace the indispensable and professional advice of your veterinarian.