Pawtastic LLC

05/27/2026

Cody and I tried to go live but the reception is terrible!

05/25/2026

05/18/2026

✨Highlighting a local pet professional ✨
If you’re looking for someone local who truly looks at the whole dog and the relationship between dog + owner, I really recommend checking out Happy Owner Happy Dog led by Heather Szasz.

Heather brings many years of professional training experience and has a background in positive-based, relationship-focused training. She’s worked with rescue organizations, shelter dogs, mentoring programs, and even inmate rehabilitation dog programs before relocating to the Charleston/Summerville area.

What I personally appreciate is that her approach goes beyond basic obedience. She focuses heavily on communication, emotional regulation, understanding behavior, and helping owners better connect with their dogs in a realistic, compassionate way.

She also offers:

* In-home training
* Holistic training approaches
* Behavioral support
* Puppy guidance
* Community/youth programs centered around safe pet ownership

You can check her out here:

* Website: www.HappyOwnerHappyDog.com
* Instagram: on Instagram
* Contact: 843-790-3267 / [email protected]

As someone in the pet industry myself, I really value professionals who prioritize the dog’s emotional experience and communication over just “compliance,” and Heather’s work aligns strongly with that philosophy.

05/11/2026

Sometimes the groom isn’t perfect… but the experience is. 💜

Rocky doesn’t need a flawless haircut. He needs patience, comfort, kindness, and someone listening to what he’s communicating throughout the process.

In a world focused on picture-perfect finishes, I’ll always prioritize the emotional experience of the dog first. Because a calm, trusting dog who feels safe matters more to me than perfection ever will.

And honestly? I think Rocky still looks pretty adorable. 🐾

05/11/2026

A new peer-reviewed study published in BMC Veterinary Research found that daily Spirulina supplementation supported multiple areas of health in working dogs, especially at the higher dose of 0.08 g/kg body weight per day over 7 weeks. Researchers tested two doses, 0.04 g/kg and 0.08 g/kg, and observed improvements in cholesterol, inflammation, antioxidant status, gut health, immune defenses, and liver related markers. Dogs receiving Spirulina had up to 31% lower “bad” cholesterol, 39% lower oxidative stress, 47% more beneficial gut bacteria, and a 65% increase in a key gut immune defender. Researchers also found signs of a stronger gut lining and lower inflammatory markers. Some benefits appeared within 3 weeks, with the biggest improvements seen by week 7.

05/11/2026

Smile it’s another bath and blowout!

✨ Coat & Skin Renewal Bath + Blowout ✨

Did you know?

A dog’s skin regeneration/keratinization cycle is commonly cited around every 21 days (depending on the dog, coat type, health, environment, nutrition, season, and more).

That means shedding is a natural, ongoing cycle — we’re not “stopping” shedding.

What we are doing is helping release loose undercoat, removing buildup and dead skin, supporting healthy skin and coat function, redistributing natural oils, and helping the coat breathe and renew properly.

A thorough bath, conditioning treatment, hand drying, and blowout can make a HUGE difference in comfort, coat health, and the amount of loose fur ending up around your home.

And yes… this morning’s blowout was VERY satisfying and this one will be too! 😂🐾

05/11/2026

Happy Monday from these two cuties !

05/06/2026

In the study, anxious dogs were given the medicinal mushroom Lion’s Mane (Hericium erinaceus) at a dose of 1000 mg per 10 kg of body weight (about 100 mg/kg) once daily for 28 days. This intervention led to a ~62% reduction in anxiety scores, with dogs improving to the point where they were no longer statistically different from healthy controls.

For families who cannot source Lion’s Mane, research suggests probiotics may offer a powerful alternative.

A 2025 peer-reviewed study published in the journal Animals (MDPI) found the probiotic strain Lactiplantibacillus plantarum LP815™ naturally produces GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), a neurotransmitter that helps calm the nervous system by regulating nerve activity. Unlike traditional calming supplements, LP815 works through the gut–brain axis to support more lasting, natural calming effects.

LP815 clinical results in dogs (after 4 weeks):
• Reduced fear- and noise-related aggression
• More restful, consistent sleep
• Improved mood and reduced reactivity
• Better energy and emotional balance
• Faster settling after owner departure

That’s why when developed her one-of-a-kind canine probiotic, she included Lactiplantibacillus plantarum LP815™ in PRIMITIVE PROBIOTICS™—a science-driven approach to rebuilding and maintaining your dog’s microbiome using strains inspired by wild canids, healthy domestic dogs, and living soil.

If you want to explore a science-backed probiotic option for your dog, comment BETTERBELLY and we’ll DM you the link.