DERMagic Products in MudBay Stores!

Mud Bay has been around Washington State since 1988, when the first store was established in Olympia.  And now, they're opening 3 new stores (Mercer Island, Gig Harbor, and Redmond) to bring the total to 20 locations!

And for us, the big news is that Mud Bay is now carrying the DERMagic product line.  And this fits right in with the Mud Bay difference:  Instead of carrying supplies for every pet, Mud Bay focused on the healthiest foods and highest quality supplies.  Instead of trying to be everything to everyone, Mud Bay focused on using natural food and accurate information to contribute to the health of dogs and cats and the happiness of the people who care for them.

Mud Bay has a very interesting history, well worth reading.  And while you're on their site, check out Cooper's Story, about how DERMagic stopped Cooper's itch, written by a dog lover who also happens to work at Mud Bay...

So check it out!  And check us out too... We're proud to be a part of the Mud Bay retail system -- healthy foods, happy stores, knowledgeable staff.

The Earth in Crisis

Peak Soil

The Silent Global Crisis,   BY STEPHEN LEAHY

 

Folks,  here at DERMagic we worry a lot about ingredients.  We look at what they are and where they come from, their quality and purity, the sustainability of their source.  And we look at whether or not these ingredients are organic or from organic farms.

For just one example, we use natural beeswax in some of our formulations, and we are deeply concerned about what is happening to our pollinating honeybees in the last decade.  Our lives literally depend on the health of these tiny creatures.  If they disappear, the absence of beeswax will be the smallest of our problems.  There is no replacement for beeswax, and certainly not for honeybees.

But looking even deeper, beyond the creatures, beneath the vegetation, what is the nature of the soil that our plant materials come from?  How are these materials processed to preserve and protect the natural goodness in them?  And where and under what conditions will these plants be grown next year or in ten years?  

We are gravely concerned about what is happening globally to the soil that allows us to exist.  Yes, for now, we think about maintaining the high quality of our products through natural and organic ingredients, and through buying only from suppliers who share our ideals.  But looking ahead, we are concerned, not just about our company and our products, but about the future of our existence.

I ask you to click on the link below and read about what is happening around our planet.  We are not asking for anything... no donations, no sign-up, no email address.  Just read this excellent, carefully researched paper and let this awareness sink in.  I still believe it's not too late.

http://www.earthisland.org/journal/index.php/eij/article/peak_soil/

DERMagic Cell Restoration Crème Earns International Attention!

Report from Vienna Airport, Austria
Tuesday, April 21, 2010

Is it a Liquid or a Solid?  Inquiring travelers want to know!

Security workers at the Vienna International Airport today were reported to be searching all baggage for a certain DERMagic product, in a very busy airport clogged with desperate  travelers delayed by the Icelandic volcanic ash cloud over Europe.

Why DERMagic Cell Restoration Crème?  Prior to the volcanic eruption, it was believed that this creme was a solid, like butter (and it does contain a large percentage of organic shea butter).  Desiccated travelers world-wide use this luscious crème to keep their faces hydrated, and to moisturize hands, arms, feet, throat, and any dry and itchy place while in flight.

Because this product has been classified as a "cosmetic butter," travelers could toss a jar into their purses or carry-on bags without worry about passing through airport security.  That is, until now.

At the Vienna check-point, this traveler observed a committee of several security workers discussing the contents of her half-empty jar of this precious crème, ultimately coming to the conclusion that it was a threat to international security and must be disposed of immediately.  This reporter was dismayed to watch as the security worker unceremoniously dumped her last bits of moisture-giving crème into a large trash bin, along with a few dozen half-empty water bottles, scissors, nail clippers and wine openers from other hapless travelers.

Travelers, beware.  DERMagic Cell Restoration Crème is now classified as a liquid, must be carried in smaller containers and included in your little ziplock baggie with your other cosmetic liquids.  DERMagic announced today that they will notify their customers to only carry the two-ounce size onboard their flights from today forward.

The World's Cutest Ewok. Oh Wait! It's a DOG!

When it comes down to the decision whether to write a blog entry or to play with my dog, most of the time Koukla wins.  She's the Boss of me, after all, and I have to do whatever she says.  Just look at that face...  Who could resist it?

Koukla is a Shih Tzu, with all the skin problems that Shih Tzus can have.  We keep her skin in great condition with Darwin's Natural Pet raw organic food, but there's always a critter or a fungus lurking, especially this time of year with Spring springing all over!  Sure enough, something bit her on the neck and made her itch like crazy, so out came the DERMagic Skin Rescue Lotion!  The very next day, the booboo was scabbed over and healing, and not itching at all.  

Keep it handy!  Bug Bite Season is coming soon to a neighborhood near you!

Best wishes for an itch-free summer!

Dr Adelia

New DERMagic Retail Location in Canada

Folks,

We have had so many inquiries from our beloved neighbors to the north, and at last we are most pleased to announce a brand new outlet for DERMagic skin care products in  Canada.



The Metro Pet Market is located at 1637 Victoria Ave., Regina, SK S4P 0P8, Tel: 306.352.9663.  They specialize in all-natural, biologically-appropriate food, including raw unprocessed foods.

Visit their store for all your pet needs.  Also, Metro Pet Market will have a large booth at the 2nd Annual Regina Pet Expo on January 30, 2010, at the Conexus Arts Centre.

Striker, the Rescue Pom, in full coat!

Happy Thanksgiving, Pet Lovers!

Here's one more thing to rejoice about: For those who have been following the story of Striker, the little rescue Pomeranian, here's the latest installment showing Striker in glorious full coat after having been nearly naked just a few months ago.

Striker is our official DERMagic Poster Child for Black Skin Disease (Alopecia X). DERMagic works, and Striker is proud to show you just how well it does!

Best wishes for a very Happy Thanksgiving!

Dr. Adelia

DERMagic's Going to SuperZoo!!

Hi Folks!

Come to Vegas and visit us at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center September 15-17! We are in Booth 2312 and very excited to introduce our new Feline Skin Rescue Lotion!

Until recently, this wonderful product was called "Hot Spot Lotion" but it does so much more and deserved a much bigger name and new packaging, which will also be unveiled at SuperZoo.

We hope to see you there! ~ Best, Dr Adelia

Bite the Big Ones !

Best of April - June 2009

The One We Loved: DERMagic Certified Organic Shampoo Bars for dirty dogs. The one-handed cleaning action of these moisturizing bars made washing our squirmy pups a breeze. Plus, the relaxing scents of the essential oils mellowed out our usually bath-anxious furry guys.

Hey, Ideal Bite... YOU guys are the ones WE Love. Thank you for this amazing review!

Dr Adelia

Pomeranians love DERMagic

Meet Striker the Pomeranian on the day Deana, a Washington state Pom lover, brought him home from the shelter. It's easy to see why she fell in love with this little guy. Just look at that face!

Unfortunately, his face was his best asset, because his other asset was practically bare. This photo was taken in February 2009.

Deana started using DERMagic products on him hoping to restore his skin color to normal and to begin regaining a respectable coat. Here are two more photos, taken in June 2009.

We have had a few laughs about "Mr Fuzzy Butt" but it's no laughing matter when one's butt isn't fuzzy. Deana says "DERMagic works pretty darn sweet!"

And it does. DERMagic all-natural Hot Spot Lotion works like nothing else to eliminate mange, hot spots, ringworm, fungus, yeast, bacterial infections, and other dog skin problems resulting from an allergic reaction or an insect bite. And for helping wounds heal fast, nothing beats DERMagic!

Have a happy, healthy and problem-free summer!

Best wishes... Dr Adelia

DERMagic takes steps to maintain low carbon footprint.

As part of our corporate goal to be as Earth-friendly as possible, not only with our products and packaging, but also in our processes, we are taking a fresh look from a new perspective at how we do everything at DERMagic Skin Care for Animals, Inc.

Right now we are looking at our packing and shipping operation in the contexts of “What is our carbon footprint?” and “How can we reduce waste?” and “What steps can we take to minimize our consumption of natural resources?”

These are huge questions, and we will be continuously on the alert for better ways to address them. Meanwhile, we already recycle or reuse everything we possibly can, and we buy materials that can be recycled or reused whenever possible. If we receive a shipment packed in Styrofoam peanuts, for example, we will save every one and pack your shipments with them! The additional benefit of this is that we keep our costs low and our prices low.  

One of our most recent revelations is all about shipping and its hidden costs to our planet… specifically, it’s about getting DERMagic items from our warehouse to your home or shop. Moving products around the USA is normal and expected, but we see a consumer trend toward favoring locally produced products, and certainly toward domestic products, to save money if nothing else. This is one of the reasons we buy all of our ingredients domestically (with the only exception being Dead Sea salts, which only come from the Dead Sea!). And all our products are manufactured in the USA too. Both of these things will always be the case.

But these kinds of things are obvious, and everyone should already be managing their businesses and personal lives this way. We intend to look much deeper than this, and we will keep you informed of our ideas and actions on this subject.

In the meantime, you can be assured that DERMagic products are all-natural, and made with organic ingredients, and made in the USA, and these ingredients are from producers right here in the USA! Not only that, DERMagic works! And we guarantee it.

Best wishes, naturally…
Dr. Adelia

Pet Style News - Editors' Choice 2008 !!

Pet Style News Editors' Choice Winner 2008!!

Developed by an organic chemist who also happens to own the company, this set attacks dogs’ skin problems on multiple fronts. 

All-natural ingredients like aloe, vitamin E, essential oils and organic shea butter combine into a great aroma that will have pet owners wishing for their own kits. The products are developed, tested and manufactured in the United States.

One judge calls it a “terrific collection,” while another says the concept was “a very comprehensive approach to skin care.” 877-814-7497.

It's very clear that there's just nothing on the market that can compare with the DERMagic line for good skin health in your pets... Guaranteed!

Best holiday wishes to all!

Cheers - Dr Adelia

Trade Show Fever!

Wow.  This past month has been an incredibly busy time for all of us at DERMagic with two huge trade shows!  It's a lot of fun (and a TON of work!) to do these shows, and well worth all the effort.  I know my dogs are happy to have me back at home for a while.

The SuperZoo show was in Las Vegas in September, still hot enough to scramble eggs on the sidewalk there.  But nobody ever goes outside in Vegas!  It was a great show for us.   We introduced our amazing Aromatherapy Bath Salts for dogs, and gave away a gazillion samples. We use these as an exfoliating wet scrub for doggie dandruff, and it works first time, every time.  Groomers and their customers love this idea as an extra "spa treat" for dogs at bath time.  

Then on to Chicago for the H.H. Backer Christmas Show!  Wow!  Two floors of the Stephenson Convention Center were packed with acres of booths and an eye-watering array of everything imaginable for our beloved pets.  It was a bit intimidating at first, with some booths stretching to the ceiling and occupying eight to ten times the floor space of our modest 10' by 10' corner spot.  For both shows, we had made a conscious decision to exhibit in the All Natural or Nature's Pathway areas, simply because we believe folks who are interested in safe and wholesome treatments for animal dermatitis will gravitate toward the natural products.

And they came.  From the minute the show opened right up to the closing bell (and a little beyond, actually), we never had a break from talking to new customers, shop owners, groomers, and pet lovers.   They were attracted to our booth by the beautiful aroma of our Dead Sea Bath Salt scrub samples ("Yum!  What's that SMELL??"), and we gave away nearly 50 pounds of little "mini-salts" for people to try... 

And here's a great story and testimonial:  On the third day of the Backer show, a delightful woman named Julie came to the booth and told us that she had purchased a small bottle of Hot Spot Lotion the day before, and tried it on her dog just to see what it would do.  She had planned to take some before and after pictures for us, but, to her surprise, the scabby crustiness that she and her dog had been fighting for months was COMPLETELY GONE the next morning.  She was utterly amazed, and came right back the next day and bought everything we had left for her store.  

We love stories like this and we hear them every day.  Tell us your stories and we'll publish them, along with a photo of you and your pet!  Just drop me a line at info@dermagic.com!  

Best wishes to all!

Dr Adelia