Podcast with Taz!

Ever wanted to know what goes on behind the scenes at NorthPoint? What about dirty secrets in the Pet Industry? Recently our owner, Nicci Cammack, was a guest on a Pet Industry Podcast with Tazz Lafiti from the Petropolist in NYC–they discussed how the success of NorthPoint can simply be attributed to doing what is right, and not what is always easy. This means going against trends in the industry, her unique scientific background and candid approach to running NorthPoint. While this is certainly meant for ‘pet industry members’, in staying true to her commitment to transparency Nicci wanted to make it available to each of you.

The Best Holiday Pet Gift? Cats & Dogs Rejoice!

Is your pet on the good list this year? Treat them to a very special NorthPoint Pets Holiday Boredom Bag! We’ll stock your bag with the most festive treats and toys that are hand picked just for them. This exclusive offer is only available for a limited time!

 

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MUST Know: Pet Poison Hotline

Do you know what plants and other household items could put your pet at risk? What about having the poison control number saved in your phone?

 

Many pet owners are surprised to learn there is a fee to call this hotline, however this fee does cover the consult and follow through of your pets’ case until it is resolved. This means that your veterinarian and any specialists can call upon the expert knowledge of toxicologists to provide the best case in the event of an emergency. The fee is minimal and provides support so that this lifeline can continue to run 24/7/365. We think that is money well spent!

 

Helpful Links:

Pet Poison Helpline Website

CT Poison Control Center Website

Kitty Corner: Keep Calm & Read This Article

What do you do when your cat goes missing?  Don’t wait until it’s too late, Sarah from @Sarah’s Pet Sitting provides some great tips so you can keep calm should you ever find yourself in this situation!

 

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Pets & People: Personalities Change

As with their human owners, dogs’ personalities change as they age. But some traits stay the same.

 

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Dog Breath: The Solution

Dental care no longer has to be a chore, or expensive. The last couple of years have had several improvements and advancements when it comes to canine and feline dental care. Even we admit we sometimes don’t pay this enough attention when it comes to our own pets, but now dental care doesn’t have to be as much of a chore with TEEF!

 

TEEF! is an award-winning, veterinarian-approved daily dental care regimen. It works below the gumline to target the bacteria that cause inflammation. Just add to your dog’s water bowl.

 

There are four simple ingredients which include soluble fiber, vitamin B6, sodium bicarbonate, and amino acids. This balance promotes strong teeth, healthy gums and fresh breath.

  • The soluble fiber works to block the bacteria from consuming dietary sugar so they can’t convert it into acid and plaque.
  • The vitamin B6 enables health-promoting bacteria to eat protein instead of sugar, resulting in healthier (meaning less acidic and inflammatory) by-products.
  • The sodium bicarbonate neutralizes saliva acidity, which results in a less destructive environment in the mouth.
  • And, finally, the amino acid functions as a plaque disruptor that helps remove the existing dental biofilm (plaque and tartar) from teeth for stronger, whiter teeth.

 

TEEF! works best in conjunction with daily toothbrushing and regular cleanings by a veterinarian.

Need a smile?

Here are some Elephants smashing pumpkins & enjoying a tasty fall treat. Not kidding – watch!

 

Canada Pooch!

We’re got an awesome selection of the best coats your pet needs now!  Be ready for those early morning and late night walks this winter!

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Got Gullet?

Thyroid hormone in excess can be disastrous for our pets. It’s been responsible for a number of recalls – but do you know where it could be lurking?

This article highlights why it is important to know sourcing of your pet food (especially raw) and treats. Animals can consume too much thyroid hormone if things like the esophagus and trachea were not handled properly in slaughter. This is one of the reasons why NPP Does not sell or recommend raw trachea, or raw food products with raw trachea in them.

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Hold the Kefir!

Kefir has gained recent popularity for pets, but is it all it’s cracked up to be? Science says it’s iffy. The reasoning behind that is that the most common commercial kefir products either did not have the bacterial species it claimed to have, did not have adequate population of those bacteria or the products were mislabeled. Some products even had spelling errors on their packaging!

The most concerning of all was that the website and packaging of many of these products made a wide range of health claims, none of which are supported by the companion animal literature. This doesn’t mean that feeding kefir to your pets is bad per se, but it DOES mean we need to hold pet food companies responsible to safe manufacturing and food handling practices!

https://academic.oup.com/jas/article-abstract/98/9/skaa301/5904066?redirectedFrom=fulltext