Flea Prevention – Naturally
Tigertail Emu Oil Shampoo now available at KPS!
This shampoo leaves our dogs smelling so good to us and so bad to fleas and ticks! It contains the natural flea and tick repellents: cedar, citronella, patchouli, and eucalyptus oils. Wash your dog, leave it on for about 5 minutes before rinsing, and you’ve just given your dog a week’s worth of flea protection – naturally! Additionally, the emu oil conditions the skin while the shampoo cleans the hair without stripping. Your dog is left with a soft shiny “show quality” coat. We have found that the shampoo is much more concentrated than shown on the bottle. We think that about 4 parts water to 1 part shampoo is best.
Prevent a Flea Infestation this Summer
Just in! Fleabusters® Rx 3 lb. Cannister. Kills fleas in homes, carpets, offices, cars, everywhere!
Pet Owners Choose Fleabusters®…And Here’s Why!
Fleabusters is a Brand Name That’s Recognized By Pet Owners and Recommended By Veterinarians
For over 20 years Fleabusters flea treatment services have provided flea-free homes for over 1.5 million pet owners throughout the United States.
Consumers and retailers trust Fleabusters because “It Really Works” and an unparalleled guarantee provides complete satisfaction.
Come by our store and purchase a canister today!
TIP: There are some natural ways to prevent parasites. As it turns out, mother nature does know a thing or two about making a pet’s blood naturally unappealing to them. Why not give these tips a try?
Feed your dog a healthy, natural diet and add supplements such as garlic granules to his food.
Treat your dog with protective spray consisting of essential oils: Peppermint and Orange
Check for fleas and ticks on a regular basis.
Learn more about fleas and how to protect yourself and your pet here
Prevent Your Dog From Suffering Heat Stress This Summer
By CJ Puotinen
Whole Dog Journal
Volume 10 | Number 8 | August 2007
Hot weather spells trouble for dogs. Because they can’t release heat by sweating the way humans do, heat and humidity can raise canine body temperatures to dangerous levels. Heat stroke kills, and heat stress (a less severe condition) can take a serious toll on a dog’s health. Unfortunately, heat-related problems are among the most common summer canine ailments.
Conscientious caregivers plan ahead and do everything they can to keep their dogs safe in the heat. Here are some strategies and products for helping hot dogs chill out.
To reduce canine summer heat stress, let your dog become accustomed to climate changes naturally and gradually, the way animals adapt in the wild. Schedule long walks for the coolest time of the day but spend a few minutes outdoors during warmer hours, too. Unless your climate is dangerously hot, your dog can be comfortable for short periods.
Summer daytime temperatures are coolest at dawn and dusk. Just after sunrise and just before sunset are the best times to take your dog for a run or a long walk. Humidity matters as much as temperature; in fact, a combination of high humidity and moderate temperatures can stress a dog as much as mid-day sun. Always watch for signs of stress. Dogs pant to release heat, so if your dog pants more heavily than usual, slow down, stop, find shade, offer water, and rest for a while. Read full article
New Food Brands at Kensington Pet Supply
Tigertail Foods is a local wholistic pet food and treat company. They use only human-grade ingredients that come from trusted sources. Your pet’s health is our first concern and everything they make is motivated by the principle that healthy food helps make healthy pets. www.tigertailfoods.com
Local company Side Dish knows that your pets are part of your family and you want them to live a long, healthy, and happy life. That’s why they make thier supplemental food right from the source: Mother Nature. They believe that the most optimal way to receive vitamins and minerals is by eating organic whole foods. Side Dish combined with any meat or fish, kibble, or canned food makes for a complete nutritional and healthy meal with nutrients that occur naturally. Look for it in the freezer section at Kensington Pet Supply. www.sidedishpetfood.com
Don’t Forget – Art Around Adams This Weekend!
June 6th, 2009 – Art Around AdamsVisit us during San Diego’s largest music and arts festival www.savethereccenter.com.
We will be featuring local artist Vincent Gordon at our shop http://www.myspace.com/vincentgordon_com AND local holistic pet food company Side Dish www.sidedishpetfood.com (free samples!). Looking forward to seeing you on June 6th!
Art Around Adams is presented by http://www.myspace.com/wtwpresents:
Tails of Kensington Dog Calendar Winners
Thanks to everyone who came out for the 2010 Tails of Kensington calendar casting call. We had a wonderful time and the turnout was amazing – definitely more entries than expected! All the dogs and their owners 
looked great and I’m sure the judges had a hard time choosing the winners!
Congratulations to Kim & Adrian Tarke, owners of Sierra, a Golden-Samoyed mix. They won a great doggie basket courtesy of our store filled with the following: Booda stuffed squeaker lion, various Dogswell chicken strips, Honest Kitchen “real food” dehydrated diet samples, bag of Tiki Dog chicken strips, bag of Eagle Pack Holistic Select biscuits, a Slurpa portable dog bowl, various Jones Beef Treats, Scoopies biodegradable pet waste bags, a $25 gift certificate to our store and more!
ANNOUNCING THE OFFICIAL 2010 TAILS OF KENSINGTON CALENDAR DOGS:
OWEN Dachshund
WINSTON Pomeranian
KING Husky
ALLEGRA (“ALLY”) Labradoodle
TULLY ????????
BANDIT Shanoodle
SKIPPER English Mastiff
MOCHA Shih-Tzu/Bichon
GEORGIA MAE Chihuahua Mix
APOLLO Pit Bull Mix
KOTO Shiba Inu
WAYLON, THE OUTLAW DOG Border Collie
ATTICUS American Bulldog
COCONUT RUFFLES ???????
NORTON Australian Shepherd
FIFI Toy Poodle
TUX Border Collie Mix
AVA GARDNER Standard Poodle
RUBY ????????
Upcoming Events
May 25th, 2009 – Memorial Day Parade and Dog Casting Call – Kensington will hold its Annual Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 25th from 8am-12pm. It is lovely and has become for its residents and those of neighboring communities, the place to be Memorial Day.
Calling All Dogs for the Tails of Kensington 2010 Dog Calendar Casting Call! After the Memorial Day Parade join us on the Kensington/Normal Heights Library Lawn from 12:30pm-2:30pm where a panel of judges will select lucky calendar dogs to be photographed for the calendar. A gift basket including a gift certificate to Kensington Pet Supply will be raffled off! All dogs living within the 92116 zip code qualify to participate in the casting. Click here to download a registration form. Registration forms can be dropped off at our store 4153 Adams, at Rex Downing & Associates 4134 Adams or you may bring it to the library on the day of. For more information download the Casting Call Flyer or contact: Margaret Downing (619) 885-7132.
May 30th,2009 – Low Cost Vaccination Clinic
We’re exited to announce that SD’s mobile vet Dr. Brian Evans www.sdmobilevet.com will be on site at our store from 11 am to 2 pm to administer any necessary basic procedure for your furry animal family members. Procedures include check-ups, vaccines, blood work, heartworm tests and the like. First come, first served. Please be ready to fill out basic information about your pet including vaccine and medical history.
June 6th, 2009 – Art Around AdamsVisit us during San Diego’s largest music and arts festival www.savethereccenter.com.
We will be featuring local artist Vincent Gordon at our shop http://www.myspace.com/vincentgordon_com AND local holistic pet food company Side Dish www.sidedishpetfood.com (free samples!). Looking forward to seeing you on June 6th!
Art Around Adams is presented by http://www.myspace.com/wtwpresents:
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4153 Adams Ave
San Diego, Ca 92116
Phone (619) 793-2400
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Fax (858) 923-2136
Email: kensingtonpetsupply@yahoo.com
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Store Hours
Monday-Friday 10am-6pm
Saturday and Sunday 11am-4pm
Kensington Pet Supply is located in the charming, historic San Diego community of Kensington. Visit our shop to find premium treats, foods and accessories for your furry animal friends, then enjoy a bite at one of our wonderful neighborhood restaurants or catch a movie at the historic Ken Theater!
Some of the food and treat brands we carry are: Evo • Innova • Evangers • Taste of the Wild • Nature’s Variety (kibble, wet and raw diet) • Merrick • Solid Gold • Wellness • Fromm • California Natural • Canidae • Felidae • Natural Balance • Tiki Cat • Weruva • Primal (raw diet) • Royal Canin
We also stock a great selection of affordable, high-quality toys, cat litter, leashes, beds, flea medications, and grooming products.
We offer free delivery in Kensington and are happy to take custom orders!
We look forward to serving you!