Supplies for your Pooch or Pug:
In addition to the unique handmade soaps, candles, and gifts that we make ourselves, we also want to share links to some products (sold elsewhere) that we use regularly use ourselves and highly recommend.
Read more about the products:
The Daily Vitamin we give our dogs -- show pugs, and rescues -- is NuVet.
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We have been blessed to have avoided horrific issues many other pug breeders have dealt with. Much of this is, of course, genetics, but also our extensive health screening, research, and amazing guidance from longtime, very experienced breeders and veterinarians.
However, we also believe nutrition is an important component (and prayer). But, back to science ... we feed a combination of only the best kibble (Origen or Farmina, sometimes Fromm) and raw or human grade food. We also use only the best supplements. If you look at the ingredients of the NuVet Plus vitamin supplement we use (see below), you'll see why we switched to this brand. Additionally, in all of NuVet's years of operation they have never had a recall. NuVet products are uniquely made in the USA with natural human-grade ingredients at a FDA registered pharmaceutical lab. Each ingredient is microscopically tested for purity and potency, so you can feel confident knowing their products are the highest quality pet supplements available. Holistic vets also recommend these products. That says a LOT because so much emphasis is placed on preventative medicine with these amazing vets. NuVet is recommended by all sorts of veterinarians as well as other experts such as dog trainers, breeders, and groomers. Dog handlers with show dogs do not mess around with products. We need our show dogs to shine from the inside out. We want our rescues to shine, too! When you look at the ingredients of the vitamins we give all of our dogs - from young puppies just weaning, to the moms, and seniors - you will see why we choose this product. (And we have used many brands over the years, only to settle on NuVet). |
- Alfalfa (canine formula) - A nutritious source of vitamins, minerals, enzymes, chlorophyll, and dietary fiber. Functions as a prebiotic, aiding digestion by influencing enzyme activity in the gastrointestinal tract and promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria. Helps maintain a healthy appetite and aids both urinary and bowel functioning. It is also an excellent source of Vitamin K.
- Alpha Amylase - A digestive enzyme that augments the metabolism of carbohydrates. Assists in the absorption of nutrients into the cellular network.
- Amino Acids - Aids in building new muscle, bone and tendon cells. Plays an important role in supporting a healthy metabolism, brain function and immune system.
- Beta-Carotene - (Vitamin A) - Serves as a powerful antioxidant that helps maintain a strong immune system. It converts into vitamin A as needed by the body. Crucial for maintaining healthy vision, skin and coat.
- Blue-Green Algae - A rich nutritional food that contains essential amino acids, chlorophyll and trace minerals. Helps support a healthy immune system. Promotes intestinal regularity, purifies the blood and assists in stabilizing proper blood sugar levels. Aids in cholesterol-reduction and mineral-absorption.
- Brewer's Yeast - A balanced, natural source of B-vitamins, including folic acid, that helps maintain healthy skin, coat, nerves and eyes.
- Calcium - An essential mineral that is vital for proper cell functionality and nervous system function. It is necessary for the heart in order to maintain a normal heart beat. It’s used by the body to support healthy bones and teeth. It is also required for muscles to contract and relax, promoting healthy muscle function and development. Calcium works synergistically with phosphorus.
- Cat's Claw (Una De Gato) - A Peruvian herb with amazing properties. Nourishes the immune system, enhances white blood cell formation and promotes cardiovascular health.
- Chicken Liver - A rich source of essential amino acids, B-vitamins & folic acid, iron, copper and magnesium. Strengthens the nervous system. Aids in digestion, proper tissue development and production of red blood cells.
- Copper - Supports a healthy immune system. A needed mineral for healthy nerves, joints and skin.
- Evening Primrose Oil - An essential fatty acid that helps support a healthy cardiovascular system. It is also used to maintain healthy skin, coat, and bone structure.
- Folic Acid - Necessary for healthy growth and division of cells. Helps regulate embryonic and fetal nerve cell formation. Needed for the formation of healthy red blood cells and energy production. Strengthens immunity by aiding the formation and functioning of healthy white blood cells. Aids liver and glandular health.
- Iron - Helps with protein metabolism and promotes proper tissue growth. Necessary for energy production and a healthy immune system.
- L Methionine - An essential amino acid that helps to buffer and eliminate heavy metals in the body. Helps reduce histamine levels in the body. It is also a powerful antioxidant and a good source of sulfur, which neutralizes free radicals and helps promote healthy skin, coat and nails.
- Magnesium - Important for energy and provides support for strong, healthy bones, teeth, arteries, cardiovascular health, and the nervous system.
- Manganese - Needed for normal skeletal and nerve development and for proper lubrication of the joints. Required for protein, fat metabolism and blood sugar regulation.
- Oyster Shell - Provides calcium and phosphorus in the proper ratio for structural integrity of bones and teeth. Calcium is vital for the functioning of the heart, nerves and muscles. Phosphorus is essential for blood clotting, proper cell growth and kidney function.
- Papain - Aids in protein digestion and metabolism. Helps to cleanse the tissues and walls along the gastrointestinal tract.
- Pine Bark - Extracted from the bark of French maritime pine trees, Pycnogenol® contains a natural blend of bioflavonoids. An effective antioxidant known to reduce oxidative damage to cells and vital tissues caused by free radicals. It has been shown to support cardiovascular health and joints.
- Phosphorous - An essential mineral that works synergistically with calcium to promote healthy bones and teeth, as well as help protect healthy joints. It is necessary for the healthy growth and repair of all tissues and cells in the body. It aids in waste filtration, promoting healthy kidney function. Plays an important role in helping the body utilize energy. Furthermore, it aids in the production of DNA and RNA.
- Potassium - Important for maintaining regular heart rhythm, healthy nervous system and correct muscle function. Works with sodium to regulate the amount of water in the cells.
- Selenium - A mineral needed for pancreatic function and tissue elasticity. Plays a vital role in regulating thyroid hormone and fat metabolism. When combined with vitamin E, it aids in the production of antibodies and helps to maintain a healthy heart and liver. Helps maintains a healthy immune system.
- Shark Cartilage - (Sourced from non-endangered species.) - An effective source of collagen, vitamins and minerals that support healthy bones and muscles. Clinically, it has been shown to help maintain a strong and healthy immune system.
- Vitamin B - Helps the functioning of the brain and the nervous system. Promotes muscle tone in the gastrointestinal tract. Helps to maintain healthy skin, coat, eyes, mouth and liver.
- Vitamin B1 - (Thiamine) Essential for normal functioning of the heart, nerves, muscles, skin and digestive system.
- Vitamin B2 - (Riboflavin) Necessary for carbohydrate-fat-protein metabolism, and red blood cell and antibody formation. Essential for maintaining healthy eyes, skin, and coat.
- Vitamin B3 - (Niacin) Promotes proper growth and function of the nervous system. Also helps maintenance of healthy skin, tongue and digestive system.
- Vitamin B5 - (Pantothenic Acid) Known for promoting healthy mood balance. Plays an important role in the production of the adrenal hormones and the formation of antibodies. Needed for normal functioning of the gastrointestinal tract.
- Vitamin B6 - (Pyridoxine) Necessary for carbohydrate-fat-protein metabolism, antibody and red blood cell formation. Aids digestion.
- Vitamin B12 - Helps maintain the fatty sheaths that cover and protect nerve endings. Aids in cell formation and cellular longevity. Helps in the utilization of iron. Important for maintaining healthy red blood cells and neurological function.
- Vitamin C (Ester C) - A powerful antioxidant that is vital for the immune system and a myriad of metabolic processes in the body. Promotes the formation of collagen, healthy tissue and cell growth. Aids in proper adrenal gland function. Helps to eliminate toxic substances such as heavy metals from the body. Supports healthy eyesight.
- Vitamin D - Promotes a healthy immune system. It aids the immune system by adjusting the body’s response to sensitivities. It also supports strong bones by helping the body absorb calcium. Furthermore, it promotes a healthy cardiovascular system by supporting healthy veins and arteries.
- Vitamin E - A very effective antioxidant that protects the cell structure against free radicals. Aids in the utilization of vitamin A. Important for maintaining a healthy immune system, blood circulation and proper formation of tissue and cell growth. Supports cardiovascular health, red blood cells and neurological function.
- Vitamin K - A strong antioxidant that helps protect against the harmful effects of free radicals. It is utilized by the body’s immune system to form blood clots. It also helps support a healthy immune system and cardiovascular system.
- Zinc - Required for protein synthesis and collagen formation. Promotes normal growth and cell. Helps to maintain normal levels of vitamin A in the body. Works with red blood cells to move carbon dioxide from the tissues to the lungs. Promotes a healthy immune system.
- You can't find NuVet in stores so, to order you can phone or go online. Don't forget to use Order Code 784795 and save up to 15% with AutoShip
Call toll free: (800) 474-7044
or visit
www.nuvet.com/784795 - Alfalfa (canine formula) - A nutritious source of vitamins, minerals, enzymes, chlorophyll, and dietary fiber. Functions as a prebiotic, aiding digestion by influencing enzyme activity in the gastrointestinal tract and promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria. Helps maintain a healthy appetite and aids both urinary and bowel functioning. It is also an excellent source of Vitamin K.
- Alpha Amylase - A digestive enzyme that augments the metabolism of carbohydrates. Assists in the absorption of nutrients into the cellular network.
- Amino Acids - Aids in building new muscle, bone and tendon cells. Plays an important role in supporting a healthy metabolism, brain function and immune system.
- Beta-Carotene - (Vitamin A) - Serves as a powerful antioxidant that helps maintain a strong immune system. It converts into vitamin A as needed by the body. Crucial for maintaining healthy vision, skin and coat.
- Blue-Green Algae - A rich nutritional food that contains essential amino acids, chlorophyll and trace minerals. Helps support a healthy immune system. Promotes intestinal regularity, purifies the blood and assists in stabilizing proper blood sugar levels. Aids in cholesterol-reduction and mineral-absorption.
- Brewer's Yeast - A balanced, natural source of B-vitamins, including folic acid, that helps maintain healthy skin, coat, nerves and eyes.
- Calcium - An essential mineral that is vital for proper cell functionality and nervous system function. It is necessary for the heart in order to maintain a normal heart beat. It’s used by the body to support healthy bones and teeth. It is also required for muscles to contract and relax, promoting healthy muscle function and development. Calcium works synergistically with phosphorus.
- Cat's Claw (Una De Gato) - A Peruvian herb with amazing properties. Nourishes the immune system, enhances white blood cell formation and promotes cardiovascular health.
- Chicken Liver - A rich source of essential amino acids, B-vitamins & folic acid, iron, copper and magnesium. Strengthens the nervous system. Aids in digestion, proper tissue development and production of red blood cells.
- Copper - Supports a healthy immune system. A needed mineral for healthy nerves, joints and skin.
- Evening Primrose Oil - An essential fatty acid that helps support a healthy cardiovascular system. It is also used to maintain healthy skin, coat, and bone structure.
- Folic Acid - Necessary for healthy growth and division of cells. Helps regulate embryonic and fetal nerve cell formation. Needed for the formation of healthy red blood cells and energy production. Strengthens immunity by aiding the formation and functioning of healthy white blood cells. Aids liver and glandular health.
- Iron - Helps with protein metabolism and promotes proper tissue growth. Necessary for energy production and a healthy immune system.
- L Methionine - An essential amino acid that helps to buffer and eliminate heavy metals in the body. Helps reduce histamine levels in the body. It is also a powerful antioxidant and a good source of sulfur, which neutralizes free radicals and helps promote healthy skin, coat and nails.
- Magnesium - Important for energy and provides support for strong, healthy bones, teeth, arteries, cardiovascular health, and the nervous system.
- Manganese - Needed for normal skeletal and nerve development and for proper lubrication of the joints. Required for protein, fat metabolism and blood sugar regulation.
- Oyster Shell - Provides calcium and phosphorus in the proper ratio for structural integrity of bones and teeth. Calcium is vital for the functioning of the heart, nerves and muscles. Phosphorus is essential for blood clotting, proper cell growth and kidney function.
- Papain - Aids in protein digestion and metabolism. Helps to cleanse the tissues and walls along the gastrointestinal tract.
- Pine Bark - Extracted from the bark of French maritime pine trees, Pycnogenol® contains a natural blend of bioflavonoids. An effective antioxidant known to reduce oxidative damage to cells and vital tissues caused by free radicals. It has been shown to support cardiovascular health and joints.
- Phosphorous - An essential mineral that works synergistically with calcium to promote healthy bones and teeth, as well as help protect healthy joints. It is necessary for the healthy growth and repair of all tissues and cells in the body. It aids in waste filtration, promoting healthy kidney function. Plays an important role in helping the body utilize energy. Furthermore, it aids in the production of DNA and RNA.
- Potassium - Important for maintaining regular heart rhythm, healthy nervous system and correct muscle function. Works with sodium to regulate the amount of water in the cells.
- Selenium - A mineral needed for pancreatic function and tissue elasticity. Plays a vital role in regulating thyroid hormone and fat metabolism. When combined with vitamin E, it aids in the production of antibodies and helps to maintain a healthy heart and liver. Helps maintains a healthy immune system.
- Shark Cartilage - (Sourced from non-endangered species.) - An effective source of collagen, vitamins and minerals that support healthy bones and muscles. Clinically, it has been shown to help maintain a strong and healthy immune system.
- Vitamin B - Helps the functioning of the brain and the nervous system. Promotes muscle tone in the gastrointestinal tract. Helps to maintain healthy skin, coat, eyes, mouth and liver.
- Vitamin B1 - (Thiamine) Essential for normal functioning of the heart, nerves, muscles, skin and digestive system.
- Vitamin B2 - (Riboflavin) Necessary for carbohydrate-fat-protein metabolism, and red blood cell and antibody formation. Essential for maintaining healthy eyes, skin, and coat.
- Vitamin B3 - (Niacin) Promotes proper growth and function of the nervous system. Also helps maintenance of healthy skin, tongue and digestive system.
- Vitamin B5 - (Pantothenic Acid) Known for promoting healthy mood balance. Plays an important role in the production of the adrenal hormones and the formation of antibodies. Needed for normal functioning of the gastrointestinal tract.
- Vitamin B6 - (Pyridoxine) Necessary for carbohydrate-fat-protein metabolism, antibody and red blood cell formation. Aids digestion.
- Vitamin B12 - Helps maintain the fatty sheaths that cover and protect nerve endings. Aids in cell formation and cellular longevity. Helps in the utilization of iron. Important for maintaining healthy red blood cells and neurological function.
- Vitamin C (Ester C) - A powerful antioxidant that is vital for the immune system and a myriad of metabolic processes in the body. Promotes the formation of collagen, healthy tissue and cell growth. Aids in proper adrenal gland function. Helps to eliminate toxic substances such as heavy metals from the body. Supports healthy eyesight.
- Vitamin D - Promotes a healthy immune system. It aids the immune system by adjusting the body’s response to sensitivities. It also supports strong bones by helping the body absorb calcium. Furthermore, it promotes a healthy cardiovascular system by supporting healthy veins and arteries.
- Vitamin E - A very effective antioxidant that protects the cell structure against free radicals. Aids in the utilization of vitamin A. Important for maintaining a healthy immune system, blood circulation and proper formation of tissue and cell growth. Supports cardiovascular health, red blood cells and neurological function.
- Vitamin K - A strong antioxidant that helps protect against the harmful effects of free radicals. It is utilized by the body’s immune system to form blood clots. It also helps support a healthy immune system and cardiovascular system.
- Zinc - Required for protein synthesis and collagen formation. Promotes normal growth and cell. Helps to maintain normal levels of vitamin A in the body. Works with red blood cells to move carbon dioxide from the tissues to the lungs. Promotes a healthy immune system.
You can't find NuVet in stores so, to order, you can phone or go online.
Don't forget to use Order Code 784795
and save up to 15% with AutoShip
Call toll free: (800) 474-7044
or visit
www.nuvet.com/784795
Don't forget to use Order Code 784795
and save up to 15% with AutoShip
Call toll free: (800) 474-7044
or visit
www.nuvet.com/784795
Our daily cleaner for house (and we use a STEAM MOP):
Pet Safe, eco-friendly Cleaning Products (sometimes we throw kibble or treats on the floor to 'distract' when needing to slip through a door and with these eco-friendly products we know they are not toxic to our cutie pies. We use a steamer mop, too, but with so many dogs living in the house with us we need the cleaning chemicals, too. Sometimes we also use White Vinegar and also Clorox for LAUNDRY and washing dog beds and plush toys, but we ONLY mop the floors with these awesome pet-safe cleaning products. They are not super strong in scent yet they truly neutralize any odors and clean really well.) Additionally, we are supporting animal rescue when we use these products!
Treats (even our finicky pugs love these treats, especially the water buffalo, and we know the ingredients are safe) -- we try to avoid treats like Biljac or other treats you find at petstores or Target or Walmart, and we try to avoid any chews or bones not made in the US. In addition to these treats we also dehydrate chicken, chicken gizzards sliced, chicken hearts, livers, chicken paws, sirloin strips etc. when we can find time with our dehydrator. But we always look forward to our autoship of the LA's treats. We go this route over chewy as we know the quality will be consistent. We use Chewy, too, but for our Farmina or Origen Kibble (we use this plus Raw ... alternating), toys, crates, sometimes nylabones, kongs, but only Life's Abundance, or our homemade treats.
- Grooming (we use either our own shampoo bar that we make ourselves or this shampoo. On rare occasions, just before a dog show, we use Isle of Dogs Evening Primrose Shampoo which we buy at dog shows. We also like to use a conditioner -- either this one - because we think it really helps reduce shedding. We also use a metal comb after we wash them, and comb in the conditioner to spread it evenly ... letting it sit 5 minutes ... then we blow dry them using a hair dryer specifically made for dogs. Every day we use this conditioning spray (which we water down) or this one by Isle of Dogs just before a dog show (also watered down, plus we add some Sandlewood Vanilla fragrance to help make the judges notice them ;). We mist the coat always before brushing each pug every morning (or most mornings) with a Boar brush as it can damage a coat to brush when dry, or when very wet. Just a damp misting is ideal. For puppies we use the NuVet puppy shampoo. We prefer to dremmel nails and recommend the diamond bit. We rinse eyes with saline solution when needed and we use the ear cleaning solution of NuVet at and in between bathtime.
Hand-Crafted SoapPug soap!! Soap bars for humans and for dogs. Organic Goat's milk, honey glycerin, and 100% organic ingredients like cucumber extract, chamomile oil, and shea butter.
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Pugcassos' PaintingsPaw-Painted original masterpieces painted by the Painting Pugcassos. Canvas paintings, tote bags, tissue boxes, and more.
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Proverbial PugcassosThese unique gifts are sure to bring a smile to your day. Enjoy these sage, sarcastic, and silly quotes by the Proverbial Pugcassos on magnets, inside a soap bar, or or as a Christmas decoration!
Christmas Ornaments
3x3 wooden 1 dimensional Magnets
3x2 inch 1 dimensional magnet Soap Bars
3x2x1 inch rectangle bar (goat's milk and glycerin)
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Please Note: all of the food, treat, vitamins, and cleaning products are sold on a different webpage (Life's Abundance) and the link to this page can be found in each item's description. We put these links to the foods, treats, shampoo, pet-safe cleaners that we use and recommend on our webpage for convenience and quick access.
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Jeff and Amy, the humans behind Pickwick Pugs, are longtime supporters of animal rescue through foster, rescue, fundraising, and other volunteer work.
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But Pickwick Pugs ALSO raise money when they train! Aside from the pugs loving the treats we list in our store, we love the fact that all of our purchases help support animal rescue. Same thing for when we clean our house!
When our pugs eat their treats they support animal rescue!
When we clean our pugs' bedroom, we help rescue neglected animals!
At Pickwick Pugs we use some amazing Life's Abundance products. From treats, fish oil, to our own shampoo and conditioner, or their eco-friendly pet-safe cleaning products, with every Life's Abundance purchase we help rescue neglected and unwanted animals. The non-profit arm of the company, The Dr. Jane Foundation, provides financial support to empower the noble, life-saving efforts of animal rescue groups. Every time we place an order, a contribution is made to Life's Abundance non-profit's grant fund. The bigger your order, the larger the donation! This foundation also provides emergency funding to immediately address the needs that arise from disasters such as floods and fires across the U.S.
Not only do we support animal rescue by using these products, but our pugs actually like Life's Abundance treats. Our pugs don't break-out with the "pimples" and red spots on their face when we use their cleaners and we love that there have been no recalls on their products in the 20+ years they have been in business which is largely due to their extensive research, testing, and quality control. Finally, we love that the food has . . . .
- no artificial flavors
- no corn or corn glutens
- no wheat or wheat gluten
Our MOST picky eater, Lilibeth, even loves the antioxidant oats and apple wellness bars (which include apples, peanut butter, honey, oatmeal, brown rice, ground flaxseed, dates, rolled oats, flaxseed oil, eggs, cranberries, and carrots.) Honestly, she never likes these "healthy" type treats from the pet stores, so we love being able to boost her immune system before dog shows and social outings.
As soap makers ourselves, we are pretty particular about scents and ingredients, so we appreciate the amazing fragrance and quality ingredients in Life's Abundance dog shampoos and grooming products which we have used. Once we switched to their pet-friendly, eco friendly, nontoxic for pets cleaning products, we stopped seeing those occasional "pimples" irritations on some of the pugs' faces which harsher cleaners like Mr. Clean had caused. Who knew?! But since the skin is one of the largest organs, we know the switch to these cleaners is helping our pugs inside and out. These products actually clean just as well as the Lysol and Mr. Clean we used to use, if not better than and they smell great.
As soap makers ourselves, we are pretty particular about scents and ingredients, so we appreciate the amazing fragrance and quality ingredients in Life's Abundance dog shampoos and grooming products which we have used. Once we switched to their pet-friendly, eco friendly, nontoxic for pets cleaning products, we stopped seeing those occasional "pimples" irritations on some of the pugs' faces which harsher cleaners like Mr. Clean had caused. Who knew?! But since the skin is one of the largest organs, we know the switch to these cleaners is helping our pugs inside and out. These products actually clean just as well as the Lysol and Mr. Clean we used to use, if not better than and they smell great.
