Healers Pet Care

Protective Dog Boots and Body Wraps

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Just because it’s summer doesn’t mean a coat’s out of the question - at least, not when it’s a Healers Body Wrap. Our multi-purpose coats feature an open cell, breathable material as well as handy removable pockets. These versatile attachments can hold snacks, disposable baggies or cold packs to keep your pet cool during walks. As an additional method of comfort, consider combining the body wrap with a set of Healers’ Urban Walkers to protect your dog’s paws from hot summer pavement and other hazardous outdoor surfaces.

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Even if your dog isn’t the fancy type a pedicure can be a great way to keep your pet’s paws in healthy order. A quick claw trim will prevent that constant clicking that comes from walking on hard household floors as well as prevent dangerous snags. Adding an occasional moisturizing treatment can also prove beneficial, per the Dogington Post: “Your dog’s pads can easily get dry and cracked so ask your vet about good pad moisturizers designed especially for dogs. Do not apply hand moisturizers for humans as it could soften the dog’s pads and lead to unwarranted injury.“ Afterwards, consider wrapping their newly trimmed and treated paws in Healers’ Urban Walkers to keep them safe throughout their pleasant after-spa walk.

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Trimming a shaggy dog’s hair can actually help their paw health as well as their outward appearance. Grooming the fur along the bottom of dog’s paws can be especially important for longer-haired breeds because, as Dogster.com says, “...longer hair can mat and accumulate dirt. In the wintertime, long hair on the paws can attract snow and ice as well as hazardous salt and chemical de-icers.” Another more obvious trimming tip is to regularly shorten you dog’s nails to prevent a host of potential paw issues including catching and tearing the nail, splaying of the feet, and preventing the paw pads from achieving proper traction - not to mention the constant tick-tack sounds on hard flooring.

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Now and then some dogs may be inclined to lick their paws for a number of reasons including local irritation or cleanliness. If you notice your dog persistently and aggressively licking or picking at their paws it may be a sign of an injury, laceration or  even Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Look to clean your pet’s paws with antiseptic soap and/or a topical antibiotic cream if you discover a problem, checking with a vet if the issue persists or appears more severe. It’s common for dog paws to appear cracked or dry, often the case with pets spending time on hard surfaces and developing thickened pads. In such cases it is said... "The best thing to do is rub Vitamin E cream into the pad just like you would if you used hand lotion on your own hands. But be sure to rub the ointment in well so the dog doesn't lick it off."

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Pets tend to be less than fond of traditional 4th of July festivities. If your dog is along for the ride, be sure to keep an eye on them and that they have the proper identification - fireworks are a common cause of runaways. Ideally you should try to keep your dog indoors throughout the evening. If your party includes alcohol, remember to keep it away from Fido -  fermented hops and ethanol are quite poisonous to dogs as well as cats.

For more information see petMD. For a potentially calming solution see Healers’ Anxiety & Therapeutic Wraps.

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Soon America will be celebrating its Independence Day with all manner of whooping, hollering and aerial explosions. Dogs not acclimated to such thunderous noise are often stressed by the whole situation, with some even attempting to flee the scene if left outside - It’s frequently said that more pets run away on the 4th of July than on any other day. Some dogs, on the other hand, hide under the bed as the sound-induced anxiety becomes too much. If you’re concerned about your pet’s reaction to such festivities consider picking up Healers’ Anxiety & Therapuetic Wrap, a special jacket designed specifically to calm the distressed dog.

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As the weather continues to warm, there a few things to keep in mind regarding your furry friends. For one, think twice about trimming your dog’s thick hair to cool them down. Per WebMD,  "A dog's coat provides a buffer to help him regulate his body temperature," A trim may simply leave them more exposed to the sun’s rays. If your dog shows signs of overheating, resist the urge to them ice packs - extreme cold causes their blood vessels to constrict, making it difficult for them to rid themselves of the heat. To be safe, consider restricting your dog’s outside time to early morning and late evenings when the weather is coolest.

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We’ve got a hot season ahead, so remember to think about your dog’s paw health before those pleasant summertime walks. Sun-baked sidewalks can be as unpleasant for sensitive dog paws as hot concrete is for their barefoot owners. When crossing hot patches be on the lookout for sore signs including blisters or red, ulcerated patches. For everyday paw protection, though, consider Healers’ famous Urban Walkers - a flexible, breathable bootie that keeps paws safe regardless of season.

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If you are a boater and take your dogs you will want to check out Healers booties and dog therapeutic wrap.  Protect your boats floors and help you dog grip the slippery surfaces of your boat by using our healers booties with a non-slip sole.  Also reduce their nervousness of the engine noise and water with our anxiety wrap.  On Sale now for the boating season!

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Dear Pet Owners-

This is the season for some extreme weather.  Thunder and Lightning, Tornadoes and hail storms.  Many of you have pets that get very agitated and nervous.  Healers Therapeutic Dog body wrap can help.  It swaddles your pet, puts pressure points in just the right spots, that help calm the pet.  Sounds crazy!  Well it really does work.  It also has a pocket that you can put a hold or cold pack in. When you cuddle with a little heat against you, it feels good.  Your pet will feel nice and relax with that added comfort.

Check it out.  http://healerspetcare.com/therapeutic-dog-body-wrap.html

and take advantage of our special.

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Many Dogs get anxious when they hear loud noises, or strangers come to the door, or  see squirrels in the yard.   Healers Dog Therapeutic wrap can help with these anxieties.  Studies have shown that a snug wrap that puts slight pressure under the arms of the pet helps calm them down.  What makes Healers anxiety wrap different is the added adjustable points at the shoulders so you get the best fit and your dog is snuggled in the calming wrap.  Our wrap also has an adjustable pocket where you can apply a warming or cooling pack.  Heat or cooling is a natural calming tool and with Healers Dog Therapeutic wrap you have the best of both worlds.  

Check us out and all our therapy products. 

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Post your crazy Easter dog Photos

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Our boots are helping this dog with his missing leg.  Happy fella!

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WE are now in PetFood Express stores throughout California.  

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Check out these great boots keeping these guys from torched pads. Get them at www.healerspetcare.com.

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Vancouver, WA (April 8, 2014) – Healers PetCare, a nationwide provider of pet wellness products for pets, announced today the launch of their new multi-use Therapeutic Body Wrap for pets.