Being a professional pet sitter in Gwinnett County, GA, I want to learn everything that I can possibly learn about every breed of pet that I may encounter. The other day, my friend Cynthia Block of Cynsationally Yours (beautiful, personalized gifts and more) and I were meeting so that I could pick up a gift that she made for my Mom. While we were enjoying our coffees, she told me that her Basset Hound, Herkimer was right down the street at the groomer. Well, I’ve been waiting to meet him, so I just had to go with her to pick him up! He is everything that is dreamy about a Basset and more! I got the idea about doing a series of blogs about different breeds of pets from Herkimer, so he is the star of this blog. The sites that I got the information from are Your Pure Bred Puppy , Ammidan and Dog Breed Info.

Basset Hounds

History and Hunting

Basset Hounds are a direct descendant of the Bloodhound and a very old breed. The Basset’s popularity began in Paris in 1863 when they were first presented at a dog show. The American Kennel Club recognized this long-eared darling in 1885. The name Basset comes from the word “bas,” meaning “low.”

It has been suggested that they may have originated from genetic dwarf dogs born in litters of different types of hunting dogs. Bassets are able to hunt in packs or alone and they are also good at hunting in the open or in the den. They are used to hunt hare, fox, opposum and pheasant.

Personality and Training

Basset Hounds are one of the most easy going and friendly of all breeds. Almost any Basset that you meet is going to be good-natured, outgoing, warm and peaceful with everyone- strangers, other pets, kids- name it! They are sweet, devoted, and naturally well-behaved.

As friendly and happy-go-lucky as a Basset may be, they are not the easiest dogs to train. They can be very stubborn with compliant, lenient owners and need a firm, confident and consistent owner who displays natural authority over the dog. House training is one of the most difficult things to teach this breed, but with positive reinforcement and patient gentle training, anything can be accomplished.

Hard to train, but also very food motivated, keep in mind that tricks for treats is something that a Basset loves to do. Even using treats, you still may expect to see very slow, thought out, deliberate responses from him. Also remember that your Basset has a very strong and unique sense of smell. If they catch an interesting scent, the “Come” command goes in one big ear and out the other. When training or playing outside, keep your Basset either in a fenced area or on a leash or you may not see him again.

Exercise and General Health

Despite short legs, Bassets can weigh between 45-65 pounds. Their average life span is 10-12 years. They need a moderate amount of daily exercise, even if it seems they are perfectly happy snoring away on the couch. Overweight Bassets have concurrent health problems that can be very painful for them including aggravated arthritis, back problems, or heart trouble. Exercise is as important to your dog as it is for you. A long daily walk  (30 minutes or more) will be perfect to keep your dog mentally stable and a good healthy weight. Discourage any jumping or stress to the front legs and remember that Bassets are a hunting breed and it’s difficult to get their attention if they catch a scent they like. Keeping them on-leash or in a fence is crucial.

Bassets will run and play by the hour if allowed, but don’t leave them outside unattended. They tend to howl  when bored and the neighbors may call the cops on you. Also keep in mind that those short legs won’t prevent them from counter surfing, so keep any food or other items as far back on the counter as possible.

These dogs shed quite a lot and it never really stops. They are also prone to be gassy and have a distinct “houndy” odor that some people find offensive. I can’t help but love that “houndy” smell, but that’s probably just my dog addiction. Bassets are also predisposed to bone and joint problems, ear problems and skin diseases.

Bassets are apt  to otitis externa, (smelly yucky ears). This is easily prevented if ear cleaning is done regularly, such as when nails are clipped. Check with your veterinarian for an ear wash, or make a preventative cleaning mix of 50% isopropyl alcohol and 50% white vinegar. The Basset is also predisposed to Glaucoma.

Over feeding your Basset can cause too much weight on the legs and spine, leading to possible lameness and eventual paralysis. They are also prone to bloat, so feeding them 2 or 3 small meals instead of one large meal is highly recommended. If your Basset eats one big meal, keep an eye out for signs of bloat for the next few hours.~

So, what it comes down to is Bassets are family dogs with great dispositions, but can be very stubborn. If you have patience and you understand your dog’s breed and meet their exercise, diet and daily health care needs, you will have a wonderful family pet! If not, don’t blame the dog!

Here are a few Basset Hound rescues and resources that I found:

Basset Hound Rescue of Georgia

Basset Hound Rescue of Alabama

Carolina Basset Hound Rescue

Suncoast Basset Hound Rescue

Basset Hounds: Basset Hound Dog Forums

Wikipedia: Basset Hounds

“To be happy, use your nose.  Every day is rich in smells. … a cliche, sure, but if you got roses, smell ‘em.”
–dog quote by Trixie Koontz, dog, Life is Good! Lessons in Joyful Living, edited by Dean Koontz

The definition of puppy mill according to Wikipedia- A puppy mill, sometimes known as a puppy farm, is a commercial dog breeding facility that is operated with an emphasis upon profits above animal welfare and is often in substandard conditions regarding the well-being of dogs in their care. Similar types of operations exist for other animals commonly kept as pets or used as feed for other animals.

We’ve all seen the commercials showing these terribly sad, poor dogs and cats in cages with Sarah McLachlan as the spokes person. Most of us, anyway. Our hearts break when we see it and we know that this is happening all over America. What can we do about it? The easiest thing for you to do is do not buy a puppy until extensive research has been done on the breeder. There are a lot of puppy “stores” that will tell you that they do not buy from puppy mills, but ask them for the address of the puppy’s breeder and go there. You need to see the surroundings of the puppy and meet the puppy’s parents. Any breeder that can’t allow this or any puppy “store” that cannot give you an address has something very shady is going on.

There are so many wonderful, adoptable dogs that need a home. My Mom, Vicki Lunceford adopted a Lhasa Apso from Atlanta Pet Rescue, Sassy, and she is a puppy mill rescue. She’s coming around very well, but she has a lot of issues that my Mom has had to find answers to. Before rescued, puppy mill dogs are kept in small cages and never let out, sometimes more than one per cage. This makes it more difficult to teach house training and leash training, among other learned behaviors. Patience and understanding are required to adopt one of these  dogs, but to see the pride on one of these dogs’ little faces when something finally clicks is priceless.

Below is a story that I found on the ASPCA site about a few rescued pups that need a home and some that have been adopted.

The Lucky 34—Meet Our Puppy Mill Survivors

On February 7, 34 dogs who once endured terrible living conditions in a notorious puppy mill operation in Holly Springs, MS, were transported to the Big Apple in search of new forever homes. The dogs, many of whom are small breeds, are not the cute, cuddly pups often displayed in pet shop windows, but mothers and fathers who were used as breeding stock at the puppy mill.

These special pups have spent their entire lives confined to tiny wire cages, which inhibit natural behaviors like running, playing and even stretching. Trading the stark environment of a puppy mill for novel sights, sounds and sensations can be tremendously overwhelming for these sheltered animals. Simple behaviors like potty training, sitting on laps or even walking on a leash are challenging activities. Ample recovery time helps, so too does the dedication of a very special adopter—one who will provide lots of love and unconditional acceptance.

Think you have what it takes to care for one of these special pooches? Here are a few of the extraordinary puppy mill survivors who are just waiting for laps to call their own.

Clementine

Check out teeny Clementine. She’s a bit of a nervous Nelly, but who can blame a girl? Clem needs an experienced adopter—are you that pro? If you can help our little Miss Sunshine come out of her shell and experience the world with freedom and love, you may be the perfect pet parent for her.

Lugini

Lugini is a sweet and shy Chihuahua boy with lots of love to give. He just needs a little time to get comfy—after all, he’s seen a lot in his short life. Like most puppy mill survivors, Lugini is a high flight risk as he startles easily and may bolt. It is wise to always keep him on a leash or enjoy playtime in a fenced-in yard. While a true work in progress, this special munchkin is bound to make you laugh and smile.

For more information about adopting one of these dogs, please visit our Adoption Center online and for expert tips on living with a puppy mill dog, visit ASPCA.org.

JUST ADOPTED!

Buffy

Buffy is a sensitive girl from Mississippi—a true diamond in the rough. A sweet little Rat Terrier, Buffy is healthy physically but fairly damaged emotionally. She lived for years in a mill churning out puppies for money. While she needs a little extra time to warm up to strangers, Buffy’s true colors were recently noticed by a visitor to our Adoption Center. We are happy to report this tiny pup is happily settling in to her new forever home!

Betty and Wilma

These sugary-sweet sisters endured some rough times at the Mississippi puppy mill before landing in the Big Apple—and their lack of experience shows. Both tend to lag a bit behind on walks—like most mill dogs, they have never experienced walking on a leash. And neither of the girls are potty trained—also common with mill dogs who have been forced to relieve themselves in their cages for years. Despite these minor setbacks, these two sisters wowed potential adopters with their sweet-as-pie kisses and have recently been adopted!

We have enslaved the rest of the animal creation, and have treated our distant cousins in fur and feathers so badly that beyond doubt, if they were able to formulate a religion, they would depict the Devil in human form.  ~William Ralph Inge, Outspoken Essays, 1922

Being a professional pet sitter and a passionate animal junkie, I started realizing that I don’t know a whole lot about ferrets. I got a call from a very nice lady who would like to meet me to chat about sitting for her two ferrets while she’s away. I’ve taken care of friends’ ferrets before and they have had a presence in my life, but how much did I really know about ferrets? A little, but not enough in my opinion! I went searching online and asked my fellow pet sitters and found out a lot of really interesting things and also reinforced some of the stuff that I already knew. My sources for these facts include: Wikipedia, Ferret Central, and Jennifer Perry of Pet Tech and Safe at Home Pet Sitting.

Introduction

Ferrets are domestic mammals and are in the weasel family. They are very closely related to the polecat, but it is not clear whether they are a domesticated form of the European polecat, the Steppe Polecat, or a hybrid of the two. The ferret’s ancestor, the polecat, is a very solitary creature. Ferrets, however, live happily in social groups.

The average length of ferrets is 20 inches, this is including a 5 inch tail. The average weight is 1.5-4 pounds. Males are substantially larger than females. The average natural lifespan of ferrets is 7 to 10 years.

Eating Habits and Feeding

Ferrets are obligate  carnivores. An obligate carnivore is an animal that by its genetic makeup must eat the tissue of other animals in order to thrive. The natural diet of their wild ancestors consisted of whole small prey, i.e. meat, organs, bones, skin and feathers. There is a lot of debate over what to feed pet ferrets. The key ingredient in any food for ferrets are fat and protein, specifically animal protein, since ferrets’ short digestive cycles prevent them from getting enough nutrition from vegetable proteins. The food needs to have 30-35% protein and 15-20% fat and animal protein should be the first listed ingredient. Raw diets are becoming more and more popular for pet ferrets, but you should know that most ferrets don’t like fish. Chicken, turkey, beef and lamb are all great. Unless your ferret is overweight, keep his bowl full and let him eat as much as he wants.

Precautions

If you’ve ever gotten the pleasure of hanging out with a ferret, you already know that they are trouble makers and quite mischievous. They love working their way into small holes, even as small as 2×2 inches. This can lead to many serious situations- the hole could lead the ferret outside, to wires, inside the refrigerator to the wires…you get the point. The best way to prevent this, is to put yourself on their level, crawl on your belly looking for holes near the floor, under cabinets, especially in the kitchen and laundry area.

They can also open drawers and cabinets, leading to household cleaners (which some will drink) and other dangers.  Some of the many problems for ferrets chewing mouths are sponges, erasers, shoe insoles, foam ear plugs, Silly Putty, foam rubber, Styrofoam, insulation, rubber door stoppers, and anything else springy or spongy (couches that they could bite their way into, etc). They love chewing on such things and swallowed bits can cause intestinal blockage. Also, some ferrets like to lick soap, so keep that out of reach. Ferrets are excellent climbers and jumpers, so keep in mind that they can get to places you wouldn’t think that they could! Put fragile items away and remove anything spongy out of scope. Using liberal applications of Bitter Apple can help deter your pet from chewing on things that you don’t want her to.

Recliners and sofa beds are a real danger for these cute little trouble makers. Many get crushed yearly in the springs and levers. They are almost impossible to ferret proof, so the best thing to do is to put your recliner or sofa bed in a room that the ferrets aren’t allowed in. Even regular couches and beds can be dangerous if the ferret digs or crawls his way into the springs or stuffing.

Be very alert around full tubs, buckets of water, the toilet, etc. when you have your ferret out of her enclosure, as these all pose drowning threats. Also, paper towel and toilet paper rolls can cause suffocation or choking if the ferret gets his head stuck inside. If you allow your pet to play in plastic bags, as they SO love to do, remove the handles and cut a slit in the bag.

Ferrets have several distinct health problem. Among the most common are cancers affecting the adrenal glands, pancreas, and lymphatic system. Viral diseases include canine distemper and influenza. Ferrets are able to transfer influenza to us, and we to them. They can also suffer from dental problems and hairballs.

For bedding, don’t use cedar lining, as it has been associated with allergies and respiratory problems in various animals, including humans. Also, pine and other woods cause a lot of dust. Wood shavings are completely unnecessary, as a ferret is more like a cat than a hamster. The really enjoy snuggling up in a nice, clean towel or an old t-shirt placed in a box or basket for sleeping.

Fun Ferret Facts

• It’s unclear exactly how long the ferret has been domesticated, but it’s likely to have been for at least 2,500 year
• In some parts of the world, ferrets are still used for rabbit hunting
• Ferrets spend 14-18 hours per day asleep and are most active around the hours of dusk and dawn
• When excited, ferrets may perform a routine commonly referred to as the “weasel dance,” a frenzied series of sideways hops which is often accompanied by soft clucking noises
• They love to steal and hide anything that is shiny
• Ferrets are the third most popular pet in the United States behind dogs and cats
• Ferrets don’t have an appendix

“A ferret is God’s way of telling you NOTHING is childproof.” ~ Unknown

I remember reading this list for the first time and looking around my house and realizing how many items I had that were tested on innocent animals in very cruel ways. As promised, here is the list that I found on the PETA website.

Arm & Hammer (Church & Dwight), P.O. Box 1625, Horsham, PA 19044-6625; 609-683-5900; 800-524-1328; www.armhammer.com

Bic Corporation, 1 Bic Way, Ste.1, Shelton, CT 06484; 203-783-2000; www.bicworld.com

Church & Dwight (Aim, Arm & Hammer, Arrid, Brillo, Close-up, Kaboom, Lady’s Choice, Mentadent, Nair, Orange Glo International, Oxi Clean, Pearl Drops), P.O. Box 1625, Horsham, PA 19044-6625; 609-683-5900; 800-524-1328; www.churchdwight.com

Clairol (Aussie, Daily Defense, Herbal Essences, Infusium 23, Procter & Gamble), 1 Blachley Rd., Stamford, CT 06922; 800-252-4765; www.clairol.com

Clorox (ArmorAll, Formula 409, Fresh Step, Glad, Liquid Plumber, Pine-Sol, Soft Scrub, S.O.S., Tilex), 1221 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612; 510-271-7000; 800-227-1860; www.clorox.com

Dial Corporation (Dry Idea, Purex, Renuzit, Right Guard, Soft & Dri), 15101 N. Scottsdale Rd., Ste. 5028, Scottsdale, AZ 85254-2199; 800-528-0849; www.dialcorp.com

Johnson & Johnson (Aveeno, Clean & Clear, Listerine, Lubriderm, Neutrogena, Rembrandt, ROC), 1 Johnson & Johnson Plc., New Brunswick, NJ 08933; 732-524-0400; 800-526-3967; www.jnj.com

L’Oréal (Biotherm, Cacharel, Garnier, Giorgio Armani, Helena Rubinstein, Lancôme, Matrix Essentials, Maybelline, Ralph Lauren Fragrances, Redken, Soft Sheen, Vichy), 575 Fifth Ave., New York, NY 10017; 212-818-1500; www.loreal.com

Max Factor (Procter & Gamble), 1 Procter & Gamble Plc., Cincinnati, OH 45202; 513-983-1100; 800-543-1745; www.maxfactor.com

Mead, 10 W. Second St., #1, Dayton, OH 45402; 937-495-6323; www.meadweb.com

Melaleuca, 3910 S. Yellowstone Hwy., Idaho Falls, ID 83402-6003; 208-522-0700; www.melaleuca.com

New Dana Perfumes, 470 Oakhill Rd., Crestwood Industrial Park, Mountaintop, PA 18707; 800-822-8547

Olay (Procter & Gamble), P.O. Box 599, Cincinnati, OH 45201; 800-543-1745; www.oilofolay.com

Pantene (Procter & Gamble), 1 Procter & Gamble Plc., Cincinnati, OH 45202; 800-945-7768; www.pantene.com

Physique (Procter & Gamble), 1 Procter & Gamble Plc., Cincinnati, OH 45202; 800-214-8957; www.physique.com

Ponds (Unilever), 800 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632; 800-909-9493; www.ponds.com

Procter & Gamble Co. (Clairol, Crest, Gillette, Giorgio, Iams, Max Factor, Physique, Tide), 1 Procter & Gamble Plc., Cincinnati, OH 45202; 513-983-1100; 800-543-1745; www.pg.com

Reckitt Benckiser (Easy Off, Lysol, Mop & Glo, Old English, Resolve, Spray ‘N Wash, Veet, Woolite), 399 Interpace Pkwy., Parsippany, NJ 07054; 973-633-3600; 800-333-3899; www.reckittbenckiser.com

Shiseido Cosmetics, 5-5, Ginza 7-chome, Chuo-k, Tokyo, 104-0061, Japan; 212-805-2300; www.shiseido.com

Schering-Plough (Bain de Soleil, Coppertone, Dr. Scholl’s), 2000 Galloping Hill Rd., Kenilworth, NJ 07033-0530; 800-842-4090; www.sch-plough.com

S.C. Johnson (Drano, Edge, Fantastik, Glade, OFF!, Oust, Pledge, Scrubbing Bubbles, Shout, Skintimate, Windex, Ziploc), 1525 Howe St., Racine, WI 53403; 800-494-4855; www.scjohnson.com

Suave (Unilever), 800 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632; 212-888-1260; 800-782-8301; www.suave.com

Unilever (Axe, Dove, Lever Bros., Suave, Sunsilk), 800 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632; 212-888-1260; 800-598-1223; www.unilever.com

Vicks (Procter & Gamble), 1 Procter & Gamble Plz., Cincinnati, OH 45202; 513-983-1100; 800-543-1745; www.pg.com

The question is not, “Can they reason?” nor, “Can they talk?” but rather, “Can they suffer?”  ~Jeremy Bentham

Cruelty can be out in the open and in your face, and can also be hidden well from the public. I like to shop as cruelty-free as possible, and I’m sure many people feel the same. I got this list of companies that do not test on animals from the PETA website and will post companies that do test on animals tomorrow.

ABBA Pure & Natural Hair Care, www.pureabba.com

Abercrombie & Fitch, 1-888-856-4480; www.abercrombie.com

Abra Therapeutics, 1-800-745-0761; www.abratherapeutics.com

Absolute Miracle, 1-888-273-1010; www.absolutemiraclecream.com

Acquarella Polish, 1-888-679-1798; www.acquarellapolish.com

Adorn Mineral Cosmetics, www.adornmineralcosmetics.com.au

Advanage Wonder Cleaner, 1-800-323-6444; www.wondercleaner.com

Advanced Beauty Tools, www.advancedbeautytools.com

Advanced Botanical Research, 480-367-9429; www.advancedbotanicalresearch.com

Affordable Mineral Makeup, www.affordablemineralmakeup.com

Afrumos, 503-715-3127; www.afrumos.com

Afterglow Cosmetics, 1-866-630-4569; www.afterglowcosmetics.com

After Inked, 1-888-881-7477; www.afterinked.com

Agape by DK, www.agapebydk.com

Ageless Fantasy, www.agelessfantasy.com

AG Hair Cosmetics, 1-866-924-4247; www.aghaircosmetics.com

Ainterol Natural Products, www.ainterol.us

Alba Botanica, 1-800-227-5120; www.albabotanica.com

Alchemilla Ultra Pure Skin Care, 1-888-268-6861; www.myalchemilla.com

Alexami Cosmetics, www.alexami.com

Alexandra Avery Purely Natural, 1-800-669-1863; www.alexandraavery.com

Alima Cosmetics, Inc., 503-236-8887; www.alimacosmetics.com

Allens Naturally, 1-800-352-8971; www.allensnaturally.com

All-Nutrient (Chuckles, Inc.), 1-800-221-3496; www.all-nutrient.com

All Terrain, www.allterrainco.com

Ally’s AromaRemedies, 773-860-6933; www.allyar.com

Almay, 1-800-992-5629; www.almay.com

Aloette Cosmetics, 1-800-ALOETTE; www.aloette.com

Aloe Up, 1-800-950-2563; www.aloeup.com

Aloe Vera of America, 1-888-440-2563; www.foreverliving.com

Alvin Connor, +44 (0) 151 448 0368; www.alvinconnor.com

Amazing Cosmetics, Inc., 847-680-5247; www.amazingcosmetics.com

Amazon Premium Products, www.amazonpp.com

American Beauty, 1-866-352-8337; www.americanbeautycosmetics.com

American Formulating & Manufacturing, 619-239-0321; www.afmsafecoat.com

American International, 213-728-2999; www.aiibeauty.com

American Safety Razor (Personna, Flicker, Bump Fighter), 973-753-3000; www.asrco.com

America’s Finest Products Corp., 1-800-482-6555

Anastasia Beverly Hills, 310-474-4300; www.anastasia.net

Ancient Formulas, 1-800-543-3026; www.ancientformulas.com

Andrea International Industries, 213-728-2999; www.aiibeauty.com

Anise Cosmetics, 305-937-1202; www.anisecosmetics.com

Anna Marie’s Aromatherapy & Massage, 724-282-6469; www.annieallan.biz

Antidote Skin Care, 1-866-237-4293; www.antidoteskincare.com

Anya Natural, www.anyanatural.com

Apala Hair, 773-251-4504; www.apalahair.com

A Perfume Organic, www.aperfumeorganic.com

Apothecary Blend, 1-800-306-2107; www.apothecaryblend.com

The Apothecary Shoppe, 1-800-487-8839; www.apothecary-shoppe.com

Aqua Dessa, 510-814-9030; www.aquadessa.com

Aramis, 212-572-3700; www.elcompanies.com

Arbonne International, 1-800-ARBONNE; www.arbonne.com

Ardell International, 213-728-2999; www.aiibeauty.com

Arganat Inc., 514-941-6955; www.arganat.net

Aroma Bella, 1-800-760-7779; www.aromabella.com

Aromacare Victoria, www.aromacare.com.au

Aroma Crystal Therapy, 1-877-537-9211; www.aromacrystal.com

Aromaland, 1-800-933-5267; www.buyaromatherapy.com

Aromaleigh, Inc., 843-681-4716; www.aromaleigh.com

Aromatherapy by Whole Spectrum, 1-800-822-9698; www.wholespectrum.biz

Aroma Vera, 1-800-669-9514; www.aromavera.com

Ashi Therapy, 828-898-5555; www.ashiaromatics.com

Astonish Industries, Inc., 1-800-530-5385

At Last Naturals, 1-800-527-8123; www.atlastnaturals.com

Attitude Eco-Friendly Certified Cleaning Products, 514-509-7225; www.cleanattitude.com

Aubrey Organics, Inc., 1-800-AUBREYH; www.aubrey-organics.com

Augisa & Co., 1-877-284-4728; www.augisa.com

Aunt Ann’s Garden Soap, 317-418-3286; www.auntannsgardensoap.com

Aunt Bee’s Skin Care, 505-737-0522

Aura Cacia, 1-800-437-3301; www.auracacia.com

Auromère Ayurvedic Imports, 1-800-735-4691; www.auromere.com

Aurora’s Closet, www.aurorascloset.net

Aussie Mineral Makeup, www.aussiemineralmakeup.com.au

Austin Rose, 1-800-292-6339; www.austinrose.com

Autumn Harp, 802-453-4807; www.autumnharp.com

Avalon Organics, 1-800-227-5120; www.avalonorganics.com

Avasiare Professional Skin Care & Cosmetics, 1- 866-616-4AVA; www.avasiare.com

Aveda Corporation, 1-800-328-0849; www.aveda.com

Avigal Henna, 1-800-722-1011

Avon Products, Inc., 1-800-367-2866; www.avon.com

Awakening Skin Care, 1-800-200-6546; www.awakeningskincare.com

A Wild Soap Bar, 512-272-4058; www.awildsoapbar.com

Ayurherbal Corporation, 414-889-8569

Ayurveda Holistic Center, 516-628-8200; www.ayurvedahc.com

Baby Bear Shop, 615-243-7099; www.babybearshop.com

Baby Bliss, 1-877-457-4955; www.babysbliss.com

Baby Girl Products, www.babygirlproducts.com

Baby Magic, 1-800-452-6337; www.ascendiabrands.com

Bamboo Aesthetics, Inc., 1-877-882-2626; www.bambooaesthetics.com

Bamboo Aromas™, 1-877-882-2626; www.bambooaesthetics.com

Bamboo Elements™, 1-877-882-2626; www.bambooaesthetics.com

Bamboo Minerals™, 1-877-882-2626; www.bambooaesthetics.com

Bamboo Zen™, 1-877-882-2626; www.bambooaesthetics.com

Bare Escentuals, 1-800-227-3990; www.bareescentuals.com

bareFaced Mineral Cosmetics, 941-416-0510; www.barefacedminerals.com

Bare Organics, Inc., 1-877-683-6129; www.bareorganics.ca

Bath & Body Works, 1-800-395-1001; www.bathandbodyworks.com

Bath by Bettijo, 877-528-1584; www.bathbybettijo.com

Bath Island, 973-556-5475; www.bathisland.com

Bath Petals, Inc., 1-888-228-4738; www.bathpetals.com

Baudelaire, 1-800-327-2324; www.baudelairesoaps.com

Bayse Natural Care, +613-9503-0399; www.bayse.com.au

Bazil Essentials, 805-748-5372; www.bazilessentials.com

BeautiControl, 972-458-0601; www.beauticontrol.com

Beautiful Earth Aromatherapy, 27+(0)21 7863731; www.beautiful-earth.co.za

Beauty Bliss Cosmetics, www.beautyblisscosmetics.com

Beauty Naturally, 1-800-432-4323; www.beautynaturally.com

Beauty Plus, 626-303-8886; www.beautyplusinc.com

Beauty Without Cruelty, 1-888-674-2344; www.beautywithoutcruelty.com

Begley’s Best, 818-333-3685; www.begleysbest.com

Be Green Bath & Body, www.begreenbathandbody.com

Belisama Bodyworks, 518-248-0090; www.belisamabodyworks.com

Bella Luccè, 1-800-485-3079; www.bellalucce.com

Bella Mira Essential Oils, 918-640-2973; www.abundantlifeessentials.com

belle & bianca, 781-690-3307; www.belleandbianca.com

Belle’s Botanicals, 530-345-9898; www.belles-botanicals.com

Belli Cosmetics, 425-313-5878; www.bellicosmetics.com

Be Natural Organics, 1-877-824-6228; www.benaturalorganics.com

Berol, 1-800-438-3703; www.sanfordcorp.com

Best Bath, 1-888-366-2284; www.bestbathstore.com

Bethel Botanicals, 617-964-1806; www.bethelbotanicals.com

Better Botanicals, 1-888-BB-HERBS; www.betterbotanicals.com

Beverly Hills Cold Wax, 1-800-833-0889

Big Bad Mamma Biker Body Works, 1-888-450-2459; www.bikerbodyworks.com

Biggs & Featherbelle, 443-928-4724; www.biggsandfeather.com

Big Moon Mountain, 224-623-1025; www.bigmoonmountain.com

Billy Jealousy, 214-745-5500; www.billyjealousy.com

Binda Baby Essentials, www.bindababyessentials.com

Bio Creative Labs, 562-988-9490; www.biocreativelabs.com

Bioéthique Organic, 1-877-255-3332; www.bioethiqueorganic.com

BioFilm, 1-800-848-5900; www.biofilm.com

Biogime International, 832-813-7201; www.simplybiogime.com

BioKleen, 1-800-477-0188; www.bi-o-kleen.com

Biokosma (Caswell-Massey), 1-800-326-0500; www.caswell-massey.com

Biologika, 1-800-657-6144; www.biologikaorganic.com

Bio Pac, 1-800-225-2855; www.bio-pac.com

Biotone, 619-582-0027; www.biotone.com

Black Corset Candles, www.blackcorsetcandles.com

Blackers, 1-877-246-9450; www.blackers.ca

Black Radiance, 909-595-8898; www.blackradiancebeauty.com

Black Tai Salt Co., 201-546-0933; www.blacktaisaltco.com

Blooming Lotus, 1-866-444-4735

Blue Ridge Gypsy, 1-888-450-2459; www.blueridgegypsy.com

Blume, 503-946-8872; www.blumefusions.com

B Never Too Busy to Be Beautiful, 01202 493 789; www.bnevertoobusytobebeautiful.com

Bobbi Brown, 212-572-4200; www.bobbibrown.com

The Body Bakery, 1-88-239-2579; www.thebodybakery.com

Body Bistro, 310-859-8788; www.bodybistro.com

Body Butter Factory, 301-919-2796; www.bodybutterfactory.com

Body Crystal, Inc., 714-848-4582; www.bodycrystal.com

Body Encounters, 1-800-839-2639; www.bodyencounters.com

Body Essence, 1-877-921-7873; www.body-essence.com

Bodyography, 1-800-642-2639; www.bodyography.com

Body Scentsations, 1-866-874-2639; www.bodyscentsations.com

Body Sense, 1-888-788-5237; www.bodysense.com

The Body Shop, 919-554-4900; www.thebodyshop.com

Body Time, 1-888-649-2639; www.bodytime.com

Bon Ami/Faultless Starch, 816-842-1230; www.bonami.com

Bonicca, 760-721-2084; www.bonicca.com

Bonne Bell, 440-808-2410; www.bonnebell.com

Börlind of Germany, Inc., 1-800-447-7024; www.borlind.com

Boscia, 1-888-635-8884; www.boscia.net

Botanical Skin Works, 410-675-2006; www.botanicalworks.com

Botanics Skin Care, 1-800-800-6141

Branded J Collections, 818-501-5222; www.brandedjcollections.com

Brisil Fresh Handmade Bath & Body, 1-866-921-1008; http://www.brisil.etsy.com

Brittanie’s Thyme, www.brittaniesthyme.com

Brocato International, 1-800-243-0275; www.brocatoamerica.com

Bronzo Sensualé, 1-800-991-2226; www.bronzosensuale.com

Brooklan Tree, www.brooklantree.com.au

Brookside Soap Company, 1-800-243-0275; www.brooksidesoap.com

Brown Bag Botanicals, 916-455-2448; www.brownbagbotanicals.com

Bubble and Bee Organics, 801-560-7899; www.bubbleandbee.com

Bubble Shack Hawaiian Soap Company, 808-341-0143; www.bubbleshackhawaii.com

Bug Off, 802-865-1680

Bugs B Wear, 651-429-6269; www.bugsbwear.com

Bumble and Bumble, 1-800-7-BUMBLE; www.bumbleandbumble.com

Burt’s Bees, 1-800-849-7112; www.burtsbees.com

Cactus & Ivy, 864-445-9494; www.cactusandivy.com

Caeran, 1-800-563-2974; www.caeran.com

Calaby Creations, 937-545-8496; www.calabycreations.com

The Caldrea Company, 1-877-576-8808; www.caldrea.com

California Baby, 310-277-6430; www.californiababy.com

California Cove Designs, 714-615-8263; www.californiacovedesigns.com

California North, 415-331-1633; www.californianorth.com

California Tan, 1-800-SUN-CARE; www.caltan.com

Calvin Klein Cosmetics, www.sephora.com

Camocare, 1-800-CAMOCARE; www.camocare.com

Candles With a Cause, 1-888-543-2949; www.agreencandlecompany.com

Candy Kisses Natural Lip Balm, 212-726-0714

Careline, www.presentinity.com

Carina Supply, 604-985-5120; www.carinaorganics.com

Carlson Laboratories, 1-888-234-5656; www.carlsonlabs.com

Carma Laboratories, 414-421-7707; www.carma-labs.com

Carrot Tree Soaps & Essentials, 1-866-260-6964; www.carrottreesoaps.com

Caswell-Massey, 1-800-326-0500; www.caswellmassey.com

Caudalie USA, 1-866-826-1615; www.caudalie-usa.com

Celestial Body, 1-800-882-6858; www.celestialbody.com

Celestial Raw Goddess Enterprises, 619-726-7685; www.celestialrawgoddess.com

Cheeky Cosmetics, www.cheekycosmetics.ca

Cheeky Maiden Soap, 205-668-9999; www.cheekymaidensoap.com

CertainDri, 1-800-338-8079; www.dsehealth.com

Christine Marie Cosmetics, 617-244-2356; www.christinemariecosmetics.com

Christine Valmy, 1-800-526-5057; www.christinevalmy.com

Christopher Drummond Beauty, 1-800-758-3239; www.christopherdrummond.com

CiCi Cosmetics, 1-800-869-1224; www.cicicosmetics.com

Cinema Secrets, 818-846-0579; www.cinemasecrets.com

Citra-Solv, LLC, 1-800-343-6588; www.citrasolv.com

Clarins of Paris, 212-980-1800; www.clarins.com

Classic Beauty, 1-888-274-1517; www.classicbeauty.com

Clavé Body Care International, 480-575-4315; www.clavebodycare.com

Clean Kids Naturally, 1-800-497-6419; www.gabrielcosmeticsinc.com

Clean Well Today, 415-812-8600; www.cleanwelltoday.com

Clear Conscience, 1-800-595-9592; www.clearconscience.com

Clearly Natural Products, 707-762-5815; www.clearlynaturalsoaps.com

Clear Vue Products, 978-794-3100; www.sunpointinc.com

Clientele, 1-800-327-4660; www.clientele.org

Climb On Products, 1-877-966-2600; www.climbonproducts.com

Clinique Laboratories, 212-572-3800; www.clinique.com

Coastal Classic Creations, 650-728-7365; www.coastalclassiccreations.com

C.O. Bigelow, 1-800-793-5433; www.bigelowchemists.com

Cocoa Pink, www.cocoapink.net

Cocoon Apothecary, 519-570-1432; www.cocoonapothecary.com

Collective Wellbeing, 1-800-896-4649; www.collectivewellbeing.com

Colonial Dames, 1-800-774-6441; www.colonial-dames.com

Color Me Beautiful, 1-800-533-5503; www.colormebeautiful.com

Color My Image, 703-354-9797; www.colormyimage.com

Columbus and Calhoon, 480-452-7878; www.columbusandcalhoon.com

Colure Hair Care, 1-888-265-8731; www.colurehaircare.com

Common Scents, 631-473-6370

Conair, 1-800-7-CONAIR; www.conair.com

Concept Now Cosmetics, 1-800-CNC-1215; www.conceptnowcosmetics.com

Consonant Body Products, 416-925-2855; www.consonantbody.com

Coola Suncare, 323-463-1853; www.coolasuncare.com

Corrective Skin Care, www.correctiveskin.com

CosMedix, 1-800-676-9522; www.cosmedix.com

Cosmic Tree Essentials, 902-488-0415; www.cosmictree.ca

Cosmolara, 1-888-267-6652; www.cosmolara.com

Cot ‘N Wash, 1-800-355-WASH; www.cotnwash.com

Cottonwood Herbals, www.cottonwoodherbals.com

Country Comfort, 1-800-462-6617

Country Save Corp., 360-435-9868; www.countrysave.com

Countryside Herb Farms, 1-800-447-8901; www.countrysidefarm.org

Cover FX Skin Care, 1-866-424-3332; www.coverfx.com

Crabtree & Evelyn Cosmetics, 1-800-272-2873; www.crabtree-evelyn.com

Crazy Rumors, 1-877-786-6776; www.crazyrumors.com

Cricklewood Herbs, www.cricklewoodherbs.co.nz

Crown Royale, Ltd., 1-800-992-5400

Cruelty-Free Brand Skin Care, 248-433-1348; www.crueltyfreebrandskincare.com

Crystal Body Deodorant, 1-800-829-7625; www.thecrystal.com

C-THRU Fragrance, www.c-thrufragrances.com

Cuccio Naturalé, 1-800-762-6245; www.starnail.com

Cycles of Life, 1-800-498-6640; www.cycles-of-life.com

CZ Luxe, 281-494-1890; www.czluxe.com

D. Adair Cosmetics, 318-742-5202; www.daretobeyoung.com

Daisy Blue Naturals, 507-373-0229; www.daisybluenaturals.com

DaLish Cosmetics, 647-438-6329; www.dalishcosmetics.com

Dallas Manufacturing Company, 1-800-256-8669; www.thebrinkmanncorp.com

DampRid, Inc., 1-888-DAMPRID; www.damprid.com

Dancing Dingo, 512-323-5005; www.dancingdingo.com

D&M, +61 434 088 538; www.d-and-m.com.au

Darla Makeup, 202-375-2056; www.darlamakeup.com

David Babbaii for Wild Aid, 1- 877-323-9243; www.davidbabaiiforwildaid.com

Decleor USA, 1-800-722-2219; www.decleor.com

DeeDa Notions, 703-335-9942; www.deedanotions.com

De La Terre Cosmetics, 727-919-3201; www.delaterrebeauty.com

Dena Corp., 1-800-932-3362; www.denacorp.com

Deodorant Stones of America, 1-800-279-9318; www.deodorantstones.com

derma-e Natural Bodycare, 1-800-521-3342; www.dermae.net

Dermagic Skin Care for Animals, 425-637-4643; www.dermagic.net

Dermalogica, 1-800-345-2761; www.dermalogica.com

Dermatologic Cosmetic Labs, 1-800-552-5060; www.dclskincare.com

Dermectin, 1-877-921-7873; www.dermectin.com

Desert Essence, 1-800-645-5768; www.desertessence.com

Desert Moon Bath & Body, www.desertmoonbathnbody.com

DeSoto, 1-800-544-2814

Destination Nation, 1-877-892-4479; www.destination-nation.com

Destiny Boutique, 858-761-6045; www.destinyboutique.com

DeveloPlus, 951-738-8595; www.developlus.com

Devita Natural Skin Care Systems, 1-877-2-DEVITA; www.devita.net

Devoted Creations, 1-800-488-5524; www.devotedcreations.com

DGL Products, Inc., 303-375-3318; www.dglproducts.com

Dhara Holistics, www.dharaholistics.com

Dickinson Brands, Inc., 1-888-860-2279

Dillygiggles, www.dillygiggles.com

Dimpleskins Naturals, 604-759-0049; www.bumbumbalm.com

Disney Fairies, 212-779-0544; www.townleygirl.com

Disney Princesses, 212-779-0544; www.townleygirl.com

Diva Soaps, 513-807-0658; www.divasoaps.com

Domaly, 909-810-8268; www.domaly.com

Dr. A.C. Daniels, 1-800-547-3760; www.drdaniels.com

Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soaps, 760-743-2211; www.drbronner.com

Dr. Danton, www.drdanton.com.tr

Dr. Denese, 201-227-1649; www.drdenese.com

Dr. Dobbs, 1-877-251-9882; www.drdobbsskincare.com

Dread Head, 1-877-719-8078; www.dreadheadhq.com

Dr. Goodpet, 1-800-222-9932; www.goodpet.com

Dr. Hauschka Skin Care, 1-800-247-9907; www.drhauschka.com

Dr. Ken’s (Floss & Go), 1-877-FLOSSGO; www.drkens.net

Dropwise Essentials, 1-866-418-1682; www.dropwise.com

Dr. Sager’s HomeoTherapeutics, 1-877-5-SAGERS; www.drsagers.com

Dr. Sharp, 305-857-0990; www.drfluoridefree.com

Dr. Singha’s Natural Therapeutics, 1-800-856-2862; www.drsingha.com

DRUIDE, 1-800-663-9693; www.druide.ca

Duprey Cosmetics, 1-877-363-8700; www.dupreycosmetics.com

DuWop Cosmetics, 1-866-613-8967; www.duwop.com

Earth Alive, 1-877-489-8807; www.earthalive.ca
Earth Friendly Products, 1-800-335-3267; www.ecos.com

Earth Goddess Minerals, www.earthgoddessminerals.com

Earthlight Organics, 805-565-3646; www.earthlightorganics.com

Earthly Body, 1-877-324-4367; www.earthlybody.com

Earthly Matters, 1-800-398-7503

Earth Mama Angel Baby, 503-607-0607; www.earthmamaangelbaby.com

Earth’s Beauty, 1-888-586-9719; www.earthsbeauty.com

Earth Science, 1-800-347-5211; www.earthessentials.com

Earth Solutions, 1-800-883-3376; www.earthsolutions.com

Eberhard Faber, 1-800-438-3703; www.sanfordcorp.com

E. Burnham Cosmetics, 847-647-2121

Ecco Bella Botanicals, 973-696-7766; www.eccobella.com

Eco Concepts, 888-326-6278; www.ecoconceptsusa.com

Eco-DenT International, 1-888-ECO-DENT; www.eco-dent.com

Eco Design Company, 1-800-621-2591; www.bioshieldpaint.com

Eco Lips, Inc., 1-866-326-5477; www.ecolips.com

Eco-Me, 626-798-8300; www.eco-me.com

Eco-Nature, www.econaturecare.com

Eco Tools, 1-800-431-5723; www.eco-tools.com

Ecover, 1-800-449-4925; www.ecover.com

EczemX, 602-909-6981; www.eczemx.com

Eden’s Kiss, 707-786-9573; www.edenskiss.com

Ed Hardy Habit, www.edhardyhabit.com

Edward & Sons Trading Co., 805-684-8500

Eizou, www.eizoubeauty.com

Electric Body, 1-877-317-7546; www.electricbody.com

Elemental Herbs, www.elementalherbs.com

e.l.f. Cosmetics, 1-800-231-4732; www.eyeslipsface.com

Elizabeth Grady Face First, 1-800-FACIALS; www.elizabethgrady.com

Elizabeth Van Buren Aromatherapy, 1-800-710-7759; www.evb-aromatherapy.com

ELON Nail & Skin Essentials, 1-800-414-ELON; www.ilovemynails.com

Elta, 1-800-633-8872; www.elta.net

Emerita, 1-800-648-8211; www.emerita.com

Emily Skin Soothers, 978-412-8272; www.emilyskinsoothers.com

Eminence Organic Skin Care, 1-888-747-6342; www.eminenceorganics.com

Enfusia, 1-866-681-0732; www.enfusia.com

English Ideas, 1-800-547-5278; www.liplast.com

EO Products, 1-800-570-3775; www.eoproducts.com

Episencial, 1-800-690-1610; www.episencial.com

Equinature Products, 774-217-8057; www.equinature.com

Erno Laszlo, 1-888-352-7956; www.ernolaszlo.com

Essence of Vali, Inc., 212-242-0576; www.essenceofvali.com

Essential Oil Company, 1-800-729-5912; www.essentialoil.com

Essential 3, 1-888-482-7662; www.essentialthree.com

Essie Cosmetics, 718-726-5000; www.essie.com

Estée Lauder, 212-572-4200; www.esteelauder.com

Esutras, 847-885-6252; www.esutras.com

European Gold, 1-800-946-5395

Every Body, Ltd., 1-800-748-5675; www.everybodyltd.com

Everyday Esthetics, 412-716-4825; www.everydayesthetics.com

Everyday Minerals, www.everydayminerals.com

Exuberance International Inc., 1-877-231-6607; www.exuberancebeauty.com

Fabula Skincare & Wellness, 917-750-2895; www.fabulalife.com

FACE Atelier, 403-301-3391; www.faceatelier.com

Face Food Shoppe, 1-800-882-6858

Fair & Flawless, 516-333-2999; www.fairandflawlessskin.com

Faith Products, Ltd., 011 44 161 7642555; www.faithinnature.co.uk

The Fanciful Fox, 570-558-3001; www.fancifulfox.com

Faultless Starch (Bon Ami), 816-842-1230; www.bonami.com

Favor Care Organics, www.favorecare09.etsy.com

Fernand Aubry, 011 33 1 4984 24 00

Ferro Cosmetics, www.ferrocosmetics.com

Fish Hair Styling, 212-590-2471; www.shave.com

Fleabusters/Rx for Fleas, 1-800-666-3532; www.fleabuster.com

Flirt!, 1-866-887-8884; www.flirtcosmetics.com

Florere, Inc., 818-709-1341; www.florere.com

Flower Essences of Fox Mountain, www.foxmountain.net

Food Lion (house brand products only), 704-633-8250; www.foodlion.com

Forest Essentials, 1-800-301-7767; www.forestessentials.com

Forest Nymphs, 1-866-921-1008; www.forestnymphs.com

Forever Living Products, 1-888-440-2563; www.foreverliving.com

Forever New Company, 1-800-463-CARE; www.fashionessentials.com

Forever New International, 1-800-456-0107; www.forevernew.com

Formulary Herb Products, 1-877-427-0220; www.formularyherbs.com

For My Kids, 972-740-6913; www.formykidsonline.com

4mula, 215-413-1300; www.4mula.com

Frais Luxury Products, 918-747-9667; www.frais.com.au

Framesi, USA, 1-800-321-9648

Frank T. Ross, 905-940-1107; www.naturecleanliving.com

Freeda Vitamins, 1-800-777-3737; www.freedavitamins.com

Freeman Beauty, 310-446-9300; www.freemanbeauty.com

Free of…Bath & Body Care, 888-869-6198; www.freeofproducts.com

Fresh Body Market, 1-866-313-7374; www.freshbodymarket.com

Frontier Natural Products Co-Op, 1-800-669-3275; www.frontiercoop.com

Fruit of the Earth, 1-800-527-7731; www.fote.com

Fudge, www.fudge.com

Fusion of Color Cosmetics, 773-634-9731; www.fusionofcolor.net

FX Special Effects, www.fxspecialeffects.com

Gabriel Cosmetics, 1-800-497-6419; www.gabrielcosmeticsinc.com

Garden Botanika, 1-800-968-7842; www.gardenbotanika.com

Garden Girl, 781-559-3331; www.gardengirlskincare.com

Garden of Eve Skin Care, 1-800-329-4748; www.garden-of-eve.com

Garmon Corp., 1-888-628-8783; www.naturvet.com

Generation to Generation, 415-203-4488; www.ggpregnancy.com

Georgette Klinger, 1-800-KLINGER; www.georgetteklinger.com

Gigi Laboratories, 213-728-2999; www.aiibeauty.com

Gilden Tree, Inc., 1-888-445-3368; www.gildentree.com

Giovanni Cosmetics, 1-800-563-5468; www.giovannicosmetics.com

Girly Grub Aromatherapies, 859-801-5081; www.girlygrub.com

GladRags, 1-800-799-4523; www.gladrags.com

Glam Nation, 305-299-6995; www.glam-nation.com

gloProfessional, 1-800-903-4321; www.gloprofessional.com

Glyde America, 604-215-2119; www.glydeamerica.com

Go! Go! Beauty, 310-775-3984; www.go-go-beauty.com

Golden Earth, 310-455-9962; www.goldenearth.net

Golden Path Alchemy, 310-403-5044; www.goldenpathalchemy.com

Golden Pride/Rawleigh, 561-640-5700; www.rawleigh.com

Goldwell USA, 1-800-881-0330; www.goldwellusa.com

The Good Home Company, 1-888-GHC-2862; www.goodhomeco.com

good skin, 1-866-352-8338; www.goodskindermcare.com

Gosh Cosmetics, 305-592-6855; www.goshcosmetics.com

Gourmet Body Treats, 210-378-1074; www.gourmetbodytreats.com

Grace & Pepper Organics, 1-866-388-4632; www.graceandpepper.com

The Grapeseed Company, 805-456-3655; www.thegrapeseedcompany.com

grassroots, 1-866-680-1770; www.grassrootslife.com

GratefulBody, Inc., 1-800-600-6806; www.gratefulbody.com

Great American, The Wholefood Farmacy, 1-866-550-8638; www.thewholefoodfarmacy.com

Green Ban, 319-446-7495; www.greenban.com

Green Beauty Cosmetics, 719-256-5330; www.greenbeautycosmetics.com

Greenbody Greenplanet, 651-628-0286; www.greenbodygreenplanet.com

Green Forest, 1-888-478-8131; www.greenforest-products.com

Green 4 Your Soul, 818-339-7356; www.green4yoursoul.com

Green Girl Basics, 614-263-3938; www.greengirlbasics.com

Greenridge Herbals, 1-866-250-4372; www.greenridgeherbals.com

Gustavo Cosmetics, 1-800-58-FACE1; www.gustavocosmetics.com

Hair Hero Cosmetics, 416-848-1183; www.hairhero.com

Hair Rules, 1-866-797-8537; www.hairrules.com

Hallowed Moon Creations, 317-403-5045; www.hallowedmoon.com

Halo, Purely for Pets, 1-800-426-4256; www.halopets.com

Handmade Natural Beauty, 608-782-7627; www.naturalbeautysoaps.net

Hannah’s Handprints, www.hannahshandprints.com

Hannah Montana, www.townleygirl.com

Happy Tails Canine Spa, 1-866-427-7920; www.happytailsspa.com

Hard Candy, 1-866-330-CANDY; www.hardcandy.com/?LID=PTA1

Harley James Cosmetics, 626-844-7980; www.harleyjamescosmetics.com

Harmoni Organics, www.harmoniskiss.com

Hawaiian Resources, 808-636-2300; www.mailorderhawaii.com

Head Organic, 1-800-432-3787; www.headorganic.com

Healing Scents, 815-874-0924; www.healing-scents.com

The Health Catalog, 1-800-651-0062; www.healthcatalog.com

Healthy Times, 619-513-1550; www.healthytimes.com

Heartbreaker Cosmetics, 206-312-9773; www.heartbreakercosmetics.com

Heather’s Natural & Organic Cleaning Products, 1-877-JASON-01; www.heathersnaturals.com

Hello Kitty, 212-779-0544; www.townleygirl.com

Henri Bendel, 1-800-HBENDEL; www.henribendel.com

Herbal Clear (distributed by The Aurora Group, Inc.), 1-800-318-3934; www.viviforyou.com

Herbalix Restoratives, 360-437-9748; www.herbalix.com

Herbaliz, www.herbaliz.com

Herbal Mineral, 408-446-8400; www.herbalmineral.com

Herbal Products & Development, 831-688-8706; www.centralcoastnutrition.com

Herbaluna Naturals, 256-605-0523; www.herbaluna.com

Herban Lifestyle, 1-877-380-3562; www.herbanlifestyle.com

Herbology, www.herbologybeauty.com

Herbolution, www.herbolution.com

The Herb Stop, 1-877-345-HERB; www.herbstoponline.com

Hibiscus City Soap Company, 772-473-6394; www.hibiscuscitysoap.com

Hobé Laboratories, 1-800-528-4482; www.hobelabs.com

Hoke2, 1-877-438-4652; www.hoke2.com

Holistic Body Care, 949-388-3800; www.holisticbodycare.com

Holistic Skin Care, Inc., 847-568-4189

Hothouse Botanicals, 480-993-2309; www.hothousebotanicals.com

Hourglass Cosmetics, 310-392-7790; www.hourglasscosmetics.com

House of Cheriss, 216-397-0036

H2O Plus, 1-800-242-BATH; www.h2oplus.com

Hugo Natural Products, 818-576-9917; www.hugonaturals.com

Huish Detergents, 1-800-776-6702; www.huish.com

Human Heart Nature, +632-931-5787; www.humanheartnature.com

Ida Grae (Nature’s Colors Cosmetics), 415-388-6101

Illuminare Cosmetics, 1-866-999-2033; www.illuminarecosmetics.com

Il-Makiage, 1-800-722-1011

ILONA, 1-888-38-ILONA; www.ilona.com

I Love My Muff, www.ilovemymuff.com

Inara Organic Body Care, 1-888-840-8826; www.inaraorganic.com

Inika Mineral Cosmetics, (02) 4283 1043; www.inika.com.au

Inky Loves Nature, 1-866-829-4659; www.inkylovesnature.com

Innovative Formulations, 1-800-487-9510; www.innovativeformulations.com

IntelCosmet, Inc., 514-448-2618; www.intelcosmet.com

Internal Health, www.internalhealth.com

International Beauty Brands, www.internationalbeautybrands.biz

IQ Products Company, 281-444-6454; www.iqproducts.com

Iredale Mineral Cosmetics, Ltd., 413-644-9900; www.janeiredale.com

IT Cosmetics, www.itcosmetics.com

Jack Black, 1-877-766-3388; www.getjackblack.com

Jacki’s Magic Lotion, 1-800-355-8428; www.jackismagiclotion.com

Jackson Sage, 804-306-3726; www.jacksonsageshoppe.com

JAM Cosmetics, 1-877-387-4801; www.jamcosmetics.net

James Austin Company, 1-800-245-1942; www.jamesaustin.com

Jamieson Laboratories, 1-800-265-5088; www.jamiesonvitamins.com

Jane Cosmetics, 410-780-7470; www.janecosmetics.com

JASCO Organics, Inc., 727-230-1964; www.organicsbyjasco.com

Jason Natural Cosmetics, 1-800-527-6605; www.jason-natural.com

JB Cosmetics, 1-800-748-5168; www.jbcosmetics.com

Jeanne Rose Aromatherapy, 415-564-6785; www.jeannerose.net

Jelique Products, 727-376-7759; www.jelique.com

Jenulence, 732-447-3663; www.jenulence.com

Jess’ Bee Natural Products, 614-784-8565; www.beenaturallipbalm.com

Jesses Girl Cosmetics, www.jessesgirlcosmetics.com

Jessicurl, www.jessicurl.com

Jessica McClintock, 1-800-333-5301; www.jessicamcclintock.com

Jheri Redding (Conair), 1-800-7-CONAIR; www.conair.com

J.Lynne Cosmetics, 480-840-1701; www.jlynnecosmetics.com

Joe Blasco Cosmetics, 1-800-634-0008; www.joeblasco.com

John Amico Expressive Hair Care, 1-800-676-5264; www.johnamico.com

John Masters Organics, 1-800-599-2450; www.johnmasters.com

Johnny Concert, www.johnny-concert.com

John Paul Mitchell Systems, 1- 800-321-JPMS; www.jpms.com

Jolen Creme Bleach, 203-259-8779

Joli Natural Skin Care Products, www.jolinatural.com.au

Jo Malone, 1-866-305-4706; www.jomalone.com

Josie Maran Cosmetics, 323-325-9461; www.josiemarancosmetics.com

The Joy of Soap, www.thejoyofsoap.com

J.R. Liggett, Ltd., 603-675-2055; www.jrliggett.com

JUARA Skincare, 212-228-9601; www.juaraskincare.com

Juice Beauty, Inc., 1-888-90-JUICE; www.juicebeauty.com

Jurlique Pure Skin Care, 1-800-854-1110; www.jurlique.com

Kaia Naturals, Inc., 416-929-3236; www.kaianaturals.com

Karen’s Botanicals, 610-926-6169; www.karensbotanicals.com

KatBurki, www.katburki.com

Kate Spade Beauty, 1-800-519-3778; www.katespade.com

Katonah Scentral, 1-800-29-SCENT

Kenic Pet Products, 1-800-228-7387; www.glo-marr-kenic.com

Kenra Laboratories, 1-800-428-8073; www.kenra.com

Key’s Soap, 410-451-0700; www.keys-soap.com

Kigelia Cosmetics, www.kigeliacosmetics.com

Kim Erickson’s Everyday Organics, 702-219-8103; www.everyday-organics.com

Kindhearted Women, www.kindheartedwomen.com

KINeSYS Performance Sunscreen, 1-877-546-3797; www.kinesys.com

King of Shaves, 212-590-2471; www.shave.com

Kirk’s Natural Products, 1-800-825-4757; www.kirksnatural.com

Kiss My Face, 1-800-262-KISS; www.kissmyface.com

Kiss Products, 516-625-9292; www.kissusa.com

KMS Research, 1-888-556-2022; www.kmscalifornia.com

Know! Hair & Body, www.knowhairandbody.com

Kokokahn, Inc., www.kokokahn.com

KSA Jojoba, 818-701-1534; www.jojoba-ksa.com

Ladies Blend, 321-254-8386; www.ladiesblend.com

Lady of the Lake, 541-469-3354; www.shopladyofthelake.com

La Falaise, 1-888-639-4441; www.savonlafalaise.com

L.A. Girl Cosmetics, 1-800-776-2221; www.lagirlusa.com

Lakon Herbals, 1-800-865-2566; www.lakonherbals.com

Lalabee Bathworks, 250-575-2323; www.lalabeebathworks.com

Lamas Beauty, 1-877-604-6521; www.lamasbeauty.com

La Mer, 1-866-850-9400; www.cremedelamer.com

LA Minerals, 409-681-4068; www.laminerals.com

LaNatura, 1-800-352-6288; www.lanatura.com

Lander Company, www.landerbrands.com

L’anza Healing Haircare, 1-800-423-0307; www.lanza.com

Lather, 1-877-6-LATHER; www.lather.com

Lavenila Laboratories, 1-800-906-9581; www.lavanila.com

La Vie Celeste Skin Care, 866-921-9599; www.laviecelesteskincare.com

Lee Pharmaceuticals, 1-800-950-5337; www.leepharmaceuticals.com

Le F P Green Body Care, 603-924-7444; www.lefpgreenbodycare.com

Liberty Natural Products, 1-800-289-8427; www.libertynatural.com

Life Garden, 801-628-8837; www.lifegardenintl.com

Life Tree Products, 1-800-824-6396; www.lifetreeproducts.com

Lillian Skincare, 1-800-506-9723; www.lillianskincare.com

Lily Lolo, +44 (0) 1482 640619; www.lilylolo.co.uk

Lily Organics, 1-800-333-LILY; www.lilyorganics.com

Lime Crime, www.limecrimemakeup.com

Lip-Ink International, 310-414-9246; www.lipink.com

Little Forest Natural Baby Products, 1-888-329-BABY; www.littleforest.com

Little Moon Essentials, 1-888-273-0683; www.littlemoonessentials.com

Liz Claiborne Cosmetics, 212-354-4900; www.lizclaiborne.com

Liz Earle Beauty Co., 1-800-515-5911; www.lizearle.com

Lobob Laboratories, 1-800-83-LOBOB; www.loboblabs.com

L’Occitane, 646-284-9231; www.loccitane.com

Logona USA, 1-800-225-6111; www.logona-usa.com

Long Lovely Locks, 1-877-568-3598; www.longlovelylocks.com

Looloos Escape, www.looloos-skincare.com

Lotion Glow, 1-888-258-7868; www.lotionglow.com

Lotus Body Botanicals, 1-866-568-8726; www.lotusbody.com

Lotus Moon, 1-888-762-2667; www.lotusmoon.biz

Louise Bianco Skin Care, 1-800-782-3067; www.louisebianco.com

Love, Nature, www.lovenatureonline.com

Lucky Tiger, 1-800-844-3707; www.luckytiger.net

LUSH Cosmetics, 1-888-733-LUSH; www.lush.com

L’uvalla Certified Organics, 323-876-5623; www.luvalla.com

Lydia’s Organics, 415-258-9678; www.lydiasorganics.com

M.A.C. Cosmetics, 1-800-387-6707; www.maccosmetics.com

Maclaren Baby USA, 1-877-442-4622l; www.maclarenbaby.com/us/

Maemi Soap Co., www.maemisoapco.com

Magick Botanicals, 1-800-237-0674; www.magickbotanicals.com

The Magic of Aloe, 1-800-257-7770; www.magicofaloe.com

Mai Beauty, www.maibeaute.com

Maid Organic, 860-550-1120; www.maidorganic.com

Maine Shave, 207-353-5080; www.maineshave.com

Makeup Junky Cosmetics, 1-866-723-6865; www.makeup-junky.com

Malcolm’s Miracle, www.malcolmsmiracle.com

Malibu Sun Products, 1-800-421-7314

Marcal Paper Mills, 201-796-4000; www.marcalpaper.com

Marché Image Corp., 1-800-753-9980; www.beyontime.com

Maria Lani, www.marialani.com

Marie-Véronique Skin Therapy, 510-486-9792; www.m-vskintherapy.com

Marilyn Miglin Institute, 1-800-662-1120; www.marilynmiglin.com

MarkAlice Cosmetics, 909-598-1171; www.markalicecosmetics.com

Mary Kay, 1-800-MARYKAY; www.marykay.com

Masada, 1-800-368-8811; www.masada-spa.com

Mastey de Paris, 1-800-6-MASTEY; www.mastey.com

Max Green Alchemy, 415-863-4155; www.maxgreenalchemy.com

MBeze, 715-297-8642; www.mbeze.com

MD Formulations, 1-800-451-3940; www.mdformulations.com

MD Skin Care, 1-888-830-7546; www.mdskincare.com

Meadowlake Farm, www.beehiveskintherapies.com

Meadow View Garden, 1-800-499-7037; www.meadowviewimports.com

Me! Bath, 323-931-0934; www.mebath.com

Medusa’s Makeup, 773-929-3937; www.medusasmakeup.com

Mehron, 1-800-332-9955; www.mehron.com

Mère Cie, 1-800-832-4544; www.merecie.com

Merle Norman, 310-641-3000; www.merlenorman.com

Merry Hempsters, 1-888-SEED-OIL; www.merryhempsters.com

MESS Makeup, 212-643-3188; www.messnewyork.com

method Products, Inc., 1-866-9-METHOD; www.methodhome.com

Metropolis Bath & Body, 412-600-1566; www.metropolisbody.com

Mia Rose Products, Inc., 1-800-292-6339; www.miarose.com

Michelle Lazar International, 909-796-3100

Micro Balanced Products, 1-800-626-7888

Mikamy Meadows, 614-352-7726; www.mikamymeadows.com

Milcu, 951-479-8213; www.milcu.com

Mill Creek Botanicals, 1-866-447-6758; www.millcreekbotanicals.com

Mineral Fusion Cosmetics, 1-800-428-1668; www.mineralfusioncosmetics.com

Mitchum Deodorant, 1-800-473-8566; www.mitchumman.com

Mixed Chicks, 1-877-888-0480; www.mixedchicks.net

Mixoroma, Inc., www.mixaroma.com

Mod Skin Labs, 860-653-7802; www.modskinlabs.com

MoniMay, 1-866-629-3561; www.monimay.com

Montagne Jeunesse, 1-800-552-5742; www.montagnejeunesseusa.com

Moonshine Soap, 706-219-2404; www.moonshinesoap.com

Morrocco Method, 805-534-1600; www.morroccomethod.com

Motherlove Herbal Company, 970-493-2892; www.motherlove.com

Mother Mabel’s, www.mothermabels.com

Mountain Girl Botanicals, 303-668-4778; www.mountaingirlbotanics.com

Mountain Green, 1-866-686-4733; www.mtngreen.com

Mountain Ocean, 303-444-2781; www.mountainocean.com

Mr. Christal’s, 1-800-426-0108; www.mrchristals.com

Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day, 1-877-865-1508; www.mrsmeyers.com

Muileh Skincare, 1-888-880-8333; www.muilehskincare.com

MuLondon, www.mulondon.com

Mundo Botanica, 410-522-5151; www.cybercanine.com

Murad, 1-888-99-MURAD; www.murad.com

Muti Oils, 1-877-688-4645; www.mutioils.com

My Blend, 1-877-252-7167; www.myblendbeauty.com

MyChelle Dermaceuticals, 1-800-447-2076; www.mychelleusa.com

My Lip Stuff, 302-945-5922; www.mylipstuff.com

Mystic Wonders, 1-888-452-4968; www.mysticwondersinc.com

Mystique Products, 234-678-0116; www.mystiqueproducts.com

Naanis Naturals, 1-866-92-NAANI; www.naani.com

Naava, Inc., 314-832-3544

Nàdarra Skin Care, 416-220-1535; www.nadarra.com

Nadina’s Cremes, 1-800-722-4292; www.nadinascremes.com

Nads, 1-877-623-7435; www.nads.com

Naikid, Inc., www.naikid.com

Nail-Aid, 305-937-1202; www.nailaidcares.com

Naked Soapworks, 604-947-0292; www.nakedsoapworks.com

Nala Barry Labs, 818-597-1447; www.nalabarry.com

Naprodis, Inc., 1-888-367-2529; www.naprodis.com

Narcissist Design, 604-568-1555; www.narcissist.com

Narwhale of High Tor, Ltd., 1-800-MD-CREAM; www.mdcream.com

Natracare, www.natracnarare.com

Naturade, 1-800-367-2880; www.naturade.com

Natural Animal Health Products, 1-800-274-7387; www.naturalanimal.com

Natural Beauty, 1-877-622-3288; www.mynaturalbeautycare.com

Natural Bodycare, 310-323-2125; www.natural-bodycare.com

Natural Chemistry, 1-800-753-1233; www.naturalchemistry.com

The Natural Dentist, 1-800-615-6895; www.thenaturaldentist.com

Natural Grace, www.naturalgrace.net

Naturally Fresh Deodorant Crystal, 1-800-653-4006; www.tccd.com

Naturally Green, www.naturallygreenusa.com

Naturally Maine, www.naturallymaine.net

Naturally Yours, Alex, 1-800-546-4164

Natural Research People, 406-575-4343

Natural Salt Lamps, 1-866-497-0274; www.natural-salt-lamps.com

Nature Clean (Frank T. Ross), 416-282-1107; www.franktross.com

Nature’s Acres, 1-800-499-HERB

Nature’s Baby Organics, 1-888-902-2229; www.naturesbabyproducts.com

Nature’s Best (Natural Research People), 406-575-4343

Nature’s Country Pet, 1-800-576-PAWS

Nature’s Gate, 1-800-327-2012; www.naturesgatebeauty.com

Nature’s Inventory, 1-866-775-2009; www.naturesinventory.com

Nature’s Miracle, 1-800-645-5154; www.eightinonepet.com

Nature’s Plus, 1-800-645-9500; www.naturesplus.com

Nature’s Soap Dish, 615-309-8008; www.naturessoapdish.com

Naturopathica, 1-800-669-7618; www.naturopathica.com

Neal’s Yard Remedies, 1-888-697-8721; www.nealsyardremedies.com

Neo Soma, 1-877-NEO-SOMA; www.neosoma.com

Nettiescrub, 1-888-733-4326; www.nettiescrub.com

New Age Products, 1-800-736-0612

Neways, 1-800-998-7233; www.neways.com

New Chapter Extracts, 1-800-543-7279; www.new-chapter.com

New Vision, 1-800-MINERALS; www.newvision.com

Nikken, 1-800-669-8859; www.nikken.com

Nioxin Research Laboratories, 1-800-628-9890; www.nioxin.com

Nirvana, 1-800-824-6396; www.lotusbrands.com

No-Ad Suncare, 1-800-715-3485; www.no-ad.com

No Common Scents, 1-800-686-0012; www.nocommonscents.com

Noli n Nali, 1-866-640-7907; www.nolinnali.com

Nordstrom Cosmetics, 1-800-7-BEAUTY; www.nordstrom.com

Norelco, 203-973-0200; www.norelco.com

No Rinse Laboratories, 1-800-223-9348; www.norinse.com

North Country Esscentuals, 651-307-3528; www.northcountryesscentuals.com

Norvell Tanning, 1-888-829-2831; www.norvelltanning.com

Nothing Nasty, 845-450-8982; www.nothingnasty.com

Nubar Cosmetics, 1-800-552-4769; www.bynubar.com

Nubian Heritage, www.nubianheritage.com

NuCelle Inc., 1-800-877-3141; www.nucelle.com

Nurture My Body, 1-866-440-8137; www.nurturemybody.com

Nu Skin International, 1-800-366-6875; www.nuskin.com

NutriBiotic, 1-800-225-4345; www.nutribiotic.com

Nutri-Cell, 714-953-8307

Nutri-Metics International, 1-866-678-9986; www.myavalla.com

NuTru, Inc., 847-251-0513; www.nutru.com

Nuzzle by Beauté Marketing, Inc., 1-866-689-9533; www.shopnuzzle.com

NZP Naturals, 303-506-8979; www.nzpnaturals.com

Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics, 631-815-2426; www.occmakeup.com

Ocean Potion, 1-800-715-3485; www.opotion.com

Odacite, 310-857-6201; www.odacite.com

Ojon, 1-866-553-6566; www.ojon.com

Oliva, 610-779-7854

Olives Organic Botanicals, www.olivesorganicbotanicals.com

Olivia Care, 310-649-4593; www.oliviacare.com

ONE Group, www.mionegroup.com

100% Pure, 510-814-9030; www.puritycosmetics.com

Onesta Hair Care, 1-877-542-5300; www.onestahaircare.com

ONLY YOURx Skin Care, 1-800-877-4849; www.onlyyourx.com

Opas Soap, 310-993-1801; www.opassoap.com

OPI Products, 1-800-341-9999; www.opi.com

Orange-Mate, 1-800-626-8685; www.orangemate.com

Organic Grooming, 952-303-4516; www.Organic-Grooming.com

The Organic Make-up Company, Inc., 905-887-5634; www.organicmakeup.ca

Organix, www.organixhair.com

Organix South, 1-888-989-6336; www.organixsouth.com

Organoderm Skin Care, 1-877-967-4266; www.organoderm.com

Oriflame USA, 704-843-3102

The Original Little Sprout, 805-462-0330; www.originalsprout.com

Origins Natural Resources, 1-800-ORIGINS; www.origins.com

Orjene Natural Cosmetics, 1-800-886-7536

Orlane, 1-800-535-3628; www.orlaneusa.com

Orly International, 1-800-275-1111; www.orlybeauty.com

Osea International, 1-800-576-6732; www.oseaskin.com

Otto Basics–Beauty 2 Go!, 1-800-598-OTTO

Outside/In Cosmetics, 604-847-0413; www.outsideincosmetics.com

Oxyfresh Worldwide, 1-800-223-7374; www.oxyfreshww.com

Pallas Athene Soap, 619-548-2378; www.pallasathenesoap.com

Palmers, 201-894-9020; www.etbrowne.com

Pangea Organics, 1-877-679-5854; www.pangeaorganics.com

Paradise City Herbal, 413-586-9990; www.paradisecityherbal.com

Parissa Laboratories, 1-888-986-9974; www.parissa.com

Parlux Fragrances, 1-800-727-5895; www.parlux.com

Pathmark Stores (house brand products only), 732-499-3000; www.pathmark.com

Patricia Allison Natural Beauty, 1-800-858-8742

Patricia Wexler M.D., 1-800-756-5005; www.patriciawexlermd.com

Paula’s Choice, 1-800-831-4088; www.cosmeticscop.com

Paul Labrecque, 1-888-757-2566; www.paullabrecque.com

*Paul Mazzotta, 610-376-2250; www.ecocare.com

Paul Mitchell, 1-800-321-JPMS; www.paulmitchell.com

Paul Penders, 604-966-9688; www.paulpenders.com

Perfect Organics, 1-800-653-1078; www.perfectorganics.com

Performance Brands, 1-800-555-8895; www.performancebrands.com

PetGuard, 1-800-874-3221; www.petguard.com

Pet Vitamins, 866-960-PETS; www.petvitamins.com

Pharmacopia, 1-877-389-9898; www.pharmacopia.net

Pharmagel International, 1-800-882-4889

PH Beauty Labs, 310-446-9300; www.freemanbeauty.com

Physicians Formula, 626-334-3395; www.physiciansformula.com

Pilot Corporation of America, 203-377-8800; www.pilotpen.com

Pink Beauty Cosmetics, 416-605-7465; www.pinkbeautycosmetics.com

Pin-Up Balm USA, 1-877-597-4687; www.pinupbalm.com

*Pittstown Soapworks, 908-730-8631

Plain Jane Skin Care, 770-605-4149; www.plainjaneskincare.com

Planet Botanicals, 1-877-204-2075; www.planetbotanicals.com

Planet Eve Organics, +61 2 800 77503; www.planeteveorganics.com

Planet Inc., 1-800-858-8449; www.planetinc.com

Pomegranate Body, 1-877-913-2639; www.pomegranatebody.com

Posh in Clover, 1-877-627-1068; www.poshinclover.com

prawduct, 1-888-898-1100 www.thekitchenbeautician.com

Precious Moments, 212-779-0544; www.townleygirl.com

Prescriptives, 212-572-4400; www.prescriptives.com

Prestige Cosmetics, 1-800-722-7488; www.prestigecosmetics.com

Preston Cosmetics, www.prestoncosmetics.com

Priia Cosmetics, 888-508-7852; www.priia.com

The Principal Secret, 1-800-545-5595; www.principalsecret.com

Pristine Beauty, 919-637-0236; www.shoppristinebeauty.com

Product Body, 561-747-7977; www.productbody.com

Professional Pet Products, 1-800-CALL-PPP

Promo Lip Balm, 604-639-8828; www.promolipbalm.com

Pro-Tec Pet Health, 1-800-44-FLEAS; www.protec-pet-health.com

Puig USA, 212-980-9620; www.puig.com

Pulse Products, 1-800-477-8573; www.oneononebodycare.com

Pura Botanica, www.puraproducts.com

Pure Anada Natural Cosmetics, 1-866-569-2714; www.pureanada.ca

Pure & Basic Products, 1-800-432-3787; www.pureandbasic.com

Pure Ayre, 877-787-3297; www.pureayre.com

Pure Enchantment, 1-877-772-0779; www.pureenchantment.com

Pure Life Soap Co., 381-578-2060; www.purelifesoap.com

PureOlogy Serious Colour Care, 1-800-331-1502; www.pureology.com

Pure Strength, 631-756-1701; www.purestrength.net

Pure Touch, 707-887-7300; www.puretouch.net

Pur Minerals, 1-866-787-0022; www.purminerals.com

Purple Prairie Botanicals, www.purpleprairie.com

Pyur, www.pyurcare.com

Queen Helene, 1-800-645-3752; www.queenhelene.com

Quis Purity Cosmetics, www.qppro.com

Rachel Perry, 1-800-966-8888; www.rachelperry.net

Radiant Body, 507-643-5167; www.radiant-body.com

Radius Toothbrush, 800-626-6223; www.radiustoothbrush.com

Rae Cosmetics, 512-320-8732; www.raecosmetics.com

Rainbow Research Corporation, 1-800-722-9595; www.rainbowresearch.com

Rare Natural Care, 310-839-2696; www.rarenatural.com

Raven Odara, 704-944-3502; www.ravenodara.com

Recycline, 1-888-354-7296; www.recycline.com

Rejuva Minerals, www.rejuvaminerals.com

Rejuvi Laboratory, Inc., 1-800-588-2279; www.rejuvilab.com

Relogy Brands, 216-214-7930; www.relogybrands.com

Renée Rouleau Skin Care, 1-888-211-7560; www.reneerouleau.com

Reviva Labs, 1-800-257-7774; www.revivalabs.com

Revlon, 1-800-473-8566; www.revlon.com

Rhone Botanicals, 617-650-4255; www.rhonebotanicals.com

Rinse Bath & Body, 404-556-8067; www.rinsesoap.com

Rivers Run, 1-800-560-6753; www.riversrun.net

River Valley Soap Company, 941-504-1289; www.rivervalleysoap.net

Rocca Skincare, 818-748-6144; www.roccaskincare.com

Rock Star Cosmetics, www.myrockstarcosmetics.com

Rodan+Fields, 1-888-995-5656; www.rodanandfields.com

Rosie’s Remedies, 1-866-661-8291; www.rosiesremedies.com

Rusk, 1-800-USE-RUSK; www.rusk1.com

Russell Organics, www.russellorganics.com

Safeway (house brand products only), 1-800-SAFEWAY; www.safeway.com

Salus Natural Body Care, 719-685-1121; www.shopsalus.com

Samantharoma, www.samantharoma.com

Sanctuary Botanicals, 506-454-4224; www.sanctuarybotanicals.com

Sanford, 1-800-323-0749; www.sanfordcorp.com

SanRe Organic Skinfood, 1-877-755-0203; www.sanreorganic.com

Sans Age, 310-275-7567; www.sansageskin.com

Santa Fe Botanical Fragrances, 505-474-0302

Santa Fe Soap Company, 1-888-762-7227; www.santafesoap.com

Saphoros Spa Essentials, 1-877-603-4913; www.saphoros.com

Sappo Hill Soap Works, 1-800-863-7627; www.sappohill.com

SavonClaire Soaps, 1-866-305-0635; www.savonclaire.com

Scandle Body Candle, 1-866-531-9916; www.abodycandle.com

Scandia Spa, 216-932-4963; www.scandiaspa.com

Scents of Well Being, 1-800-355-8428; www.scentsofwell-being.com

Schiff Products, 1-800-444-5200; www.schiffvitamins.com

Scruples Professional Salon Products, Inc., 1-800-457-0016; www.scrupleshaircare.com

SeaChi Organics, 760-320-3122; www.seachi.com

Seaside Naturals, 1-800-870-1697; www.seasidenaturals.com

Sebbag Essentials, www.sebbagessentials.com

Sebona Naturals, 941-429-5893; www.sebonanaturals.com

Secret Gardens, 1-800-537-8766

Sedona Spa, 1-800-733-7625; www.sedonaworldwide.com

See the Dawn, 860-397-5008; www.seethedawn.biz

Selona Beauty, 914-574-8183; www.selonabeauty.com

Sensitille Naturals Ltd., 1-888-488-1808; www.sensitille.com

Serf to Surf Products, 604-669-2207; www.serftosurf.com

SerVaas Laboratories, 1-800-433-5818; www.barkeepersfriend.com

Seventh Generation, 802-658-3773; www.seventhgen.com

Sevi Cosmetics, 410-522-5151; www.sevicosmetics.com

Sevin Nyne, www.sevinnyne.com

Shaklee Corporation, 1-800-SHAKLEE; www.shaklee.com

Shaman Earthly Organics, 1-877-JASON-01; www.shamanbeauty.com

Shangra Lily, 1-877-207-6356; www.shangralily.com

Shankara, 1-888-626-4363; www.shankara.com

Shea-Janeé, 973-477-4220; www.sheajanee.com

Shea Moisture, www.sheamoisture.com

She Zen Beauty, www.giftsfromearth.com

Shikai Products, Inc., 1-800-448-0298; www.shikai.com

Simplers Botanical Co., 1-800-652-7646; www.simplers.com

Simple Wisdom, 901-458-4686

Simplicity Clean, 303-440-8082; www.simplicityclean.com

Simply Soap, 1-888-575-SOAP; www.simplysoap.com

Sinclair & Valentine, 1-800-563-2159; www.sinclairandvalentine.com

Sircuit Cosmeceuticals, 1-888-661-4544; www.sircuitskin.com

Siren Beauty, 215-592-1619; www.sirenbeauty.com

Skin Actives Scientific, www.skinactives.com

Skin Care for Athletes, 919-285-9364; www.skincareforathletes.com

Skin Delicious Body So Fine, www.bodysofine.biz

Skin Free, 1-888-450-2459; www.skinfree.net

SkinGenX, 1-800-610- 4369; www.skingenx.com

Skin, Organic Body Care, www.realorganicskin.com

Skinvac, www.skinvac.com

Skyn Iceland, 1-888-333-SKYN; www.skyniceland.com

Slatkin & Co., 1-800-756-5005; www.slatkinco.com

Smashbox Cosmetics, 1-888-763-1361; www.smashbox.com

Smell This! Aromatherapy, 604-957-9984; www.smellthis.ca

Smith & Vandiver, 1-800-722-1434; www.smith-vandiver.com

Soap Goddess, 972-627-0080; www.soapgoddess.com

The Soap Opera, 1-800-251-7627; www.thesoapopera.com

SoCal Cleanse, 1-888-441-4345; www.socalcleanse.com

Sojourner Farms Natural Pet Products, 1-888-867-6567; www.sojos.com

Soleo Organics, 949-218-2665; www.soleousa.com

Solgar Vitamin Co., 1-800-645-2246; www.solgar.com

Sombra Cosmetics, 1-800-225-3963; www.sorenomoreusa.com

Sophyto Organics, 1-877-696-7426; www.sophytoorganics.com

SoRik International, 1-888-338-5475; www.sorik.com

Soulstice Spa, 1-888-988-SOUL; www.soulsticespa.com

Sound Earth, LLC, 1-888-608-9678; www.soundearth.com

South Beach Skincare, 1-888-707-6091; www.lifecellskin.com

Soya System, 314-428-0004; www.soya.com

SpaGlo Beauty, 973-636-0083; www.spaglo.com

SpaRitual, 1-877-SPA-RITUAL; www.sparitual.com

Sparkle Products, 877-225-3865; www.glasscleaner.com

Spasome Balm, 780-489-8108; www.spasomebalm.com

Spice Cosmetics, www.spicemineralcosmetics.com

Spot Organics, 412-901-5879; www.spotorganics.com

Spring Rain Botanicals, 905-892-2944; www.springrainbotanicals.com

SS+SW Skin Lightening, www.theswisscare.com

Staedtler, Ltd., 011 44 144 3237421

Stanley Home Products, 1-800-628-9032; www.stanleyhome.com

Steel Skin Care for Men, 1-877-486-9008; www.steelskincare.com

Stila Cosmetics, 323-913-9443; www.stilacosmetics.com

St. John’s Botanicals, 301-262-5302

Stolat Organics, 603-659-7946; www.stolatorganics.com

Stuff for Sprouts, 484-341-8632; www.stuff4sprouts.com

Sudz, 1-800-262-KISS; www.kissmyface.com

Sukésha (Chuckles, Inc.), 1-800-221-3496; www.sukesha.com

Suki, 1-888-858-SUKI; www.sukipure.com

Sum-Bo-Shine, 1-800-963-3730; www.sumboshine.com

Sumeru, 1-800-478-6378

Sun & Earth, Inc., 1-800-298-7861; www.sunandearth.com

Suncat Natural Mineral Makeup, 503-440-5135; www.suncatnaturalmineralmakeup.com

SunFeather Natural Soap Co., 315-265-3648; www.sunsoap.com

Sunrider International, 310-781-3808; www.sunrider.com

Sunset Rainbow, www.sunsetrainbow.com

Sunshine Products Group, 1-800-285-6457

Supreme Beauty Products Co., 1-800-272-6602

Surya Brasil, 718-267-9696; www.suryacosmetics.com

Susan’s Soaps & More, 972-452-8965; www.susansoaps.com

Sustainable Soaps, www.sustainablesoaps.com

Sweet Breath, 1-800-600-2861; www.sweetbreath.com

Sweet Pea Products, 248-736-9649; www.sweetpeaproducts.com

Sweetsation Therapy, 561-248-9933; www.sweetsationtherapy.com

Sylvia & Marcos, 703-635-7878; www.sylviamarcos.com

Synses, 646-286-8314; www.synses.com

System Bath, 832-767-3493; www.systembath.com

Talika, 786-388-7797; www.talika.com

Tallulah Jane Natural Perfumes, www.tallulahjanenyc.com

Tammy Taylor Nails, 1-800-93-TAMMY; www.tammytaylornails.com

Tarte Cosmetics, 646-660-0754; www.tartecosmetics.com

Tattoo Goo, www.tattoogoo.com

Tattoo Inkguard, 1-800-881-7500; www.ink-guard.com

TaUT by Leonard Engelman, 1-800-438-8288; www.tautskincare.com

Ted Baker Fragrance, 212-590-2471; www.shave.com

*Terra Dolce, www.terradolcesoap.com

Terra Naturals, 1-888-298-3772; www.terranaturals.com

Terra-No, 918-827-7705; www.terra-no.com

TerraNova, 1-800-966-3457; www.terranovabody.com

Terressentials, 301-371-7333; www.terressentials.com

Therepe Organics, 1-877-590-6434; www.therepeorganics.com

Thierry Mugler, 1-866-868-4537; www.thierrymuglerbeauty.com

Thursday Plantation, 1-800-645-9500

Tiko Soy, 702-767-9753; www.tikosoy.com

TilVee, 1-800-479-0758; www.tilvee.com

Tish & Snooky’s Manic Panic NYC, 1-800-95-MANIC; www.manicpanic.com

Théra Wise, 1-888-488-1808; www.therawise.com

TNT Health and Hygiene, 708-935-4201; www.tntforme.com

Tommy Hilfiger, 917-237-0983; www.tommy.com

Tom’s of Maine, 1-800-367-8667; www.tomsofmaine.com

Too Faced Cosmetics, 949-553-4431; www.toofaced.com

Total Shaving Solution, 1-800-540-8865; www.totalshavingsolution.net

Touch of Nature, www.touchofnaturebathandbody.com

Tova Corporation, 1-800-852-9999; www.beautybytova.com

Trader Joe’s Company, 1-800-SHOP-TJS; www.traderjoes.com

Treat, Inc., 503-286-9276; www.treatbeauty.com

Tressa, 1-800-879-8737; www.tressa.com

TRI Hair Care Products, 1-866-644-7373; www.trihaircare.com

Trillium Herbal Company, 920-746-5207; www.trilliumorganics.com

Tropaz, 909-595-8898; www.tropezbeauty.com

True Blue Spa, 1-800-756-5005; www.bathandbodyworks.com

Trumelange, 1-888-606-0055; www.trumelange.com

Tsi~La, 215-750-9996; www.tsilaorganics.com

2 Beauty Ex, www.2beautyex.com

Tyra Skin Care, 1-800-322-TYRA; www.tyraskincare.com

uKarma, 310-998-8909; www.ukarma.com

The Ultimate Life, 1-800-843-6325; www.ultimatelife.com

Uncle Funky’s Daughter, 713-528-0888; www.unclefunkysdaughter.com

Unicure, Inc., 1-888-UNICURE; www.unicure.com

Unite Eurotherapy, 1-888-958-6483; www.unitehair.com

Un-petroleum, 1-800-227-5120; www.unpetroleum.com

Upper Canada Soap & Candle Makers, 905-897-1710; www.uppercanadasoap.com

Urban Apothecary, 847-899-8998; www.urbanapothecary.com

Urban Decay, 1-800-784-URBAN; www.urbandecay.com

UV Natural, www.uvnatural.com

Valana Minerals, 1-877-727-5533; www.valanaminerals.com

Velvet & Sweet Pea’s Purrfumery, 510-528-8040; www.purrfumery.com

Vermont Soapworks, 802-388-4302; www.vermontsoap.com

Veterinarian’s Best, 1-800-866-PETS; www.vetsbest.com

Vibrant Naturals, 512-216-2587; www.vibrantnaturals.com

Victoria Jackson Beauty, www.victoriajacksonbeauty.com

Victoria’s Secret, 1-800-411-5116; www.victoriassecret.com

Villainess, 931-209-3261; www.villainess.net

Virginia Soap, Ltd., 1-800-563-6127

Vis-à-Vis Cosmetics, www.visaviscosmetics.com

Vital Earth Traditions, www.vitalearthtraditions.com

Vitamin Shampoo, www.vitaminshampoo.com

Von Natur, 503-722-8828; www.vonnatur.com

V-Pure, www.v-pure.com

V’TAE Parfum & Body Care, 1-800-643-3011; www.vtae.com

Vysada, 647-340-7631; www.vysada.com

Wachters’ Organic Sea Products, 1-800-682-7100; www.wachters.com

Waliwa Amazonian Natural Products, 571-540-5707; www.waliwa.com

Warm Earth Cosmetics, 530-895-0455; www.warmearthcosmetics.com

Watkins Incorporated, 1-800-243-9423; www.watkinsonline.com

Weleda, Inc., 1-800-241-1030; www.weleda.com

Well-in-Hand, 1-888-550-7774; www.wellinhand.com

Welstar Organics, 1-800-893-6008; www.welstarorganics.com

Wembé Amazonian Soul, www.wembe.com

wet n wild, 909-595-8898; www.wnwbeauty.com

Whip-It Products, 1-800-582-0398; www.whipitcleaner.com

Whirl Beauty, 303-564-3458; www.whirlbeauty.com

White Acres Farm, Inc., 1-800-449-7071; www.whiteacresfarm.com

White Dragon Essentials, 248-860-5445; www.whitedragonessentials.com

White Fawn Herbal Soap, 716-636-1154; www.whitefawnherbalsoap.com

White Lotus Cosmetic Acupuncture, www.whitelotus.com.au

White Rain, 1-800-575-7960; www.whiterain.com

Whole Foods Market (365 house brand), 512-477-4455; www.wholefoodsmarket.com

Wildflower Organic Bodycare, 615-496-7109; www.wildflowerorganicbodycare.com

Wild Natural Beauty, 512-417-0096; www.wildnaturalbeauty.com

Wind River Herbs, 1-800-903-4372; www.windriverherbs.com

WiseWays Herbals, 1-888-540-1600; www.wiseways.com

WomanKind, 608-648-2316; www.mwt.net/~womankind/

The Works, 1-800-448-5281; www.theworkscleans.com

W.S. Badger, 1-800-603-6100; www.badgerbalm.com

W3LL PEOPLE, 512-366-7963; www.w3llpeople.com

Wysong, 1-800-748-0188; www.wysong.net

XCD, 212-590-2471; www.xcdskin.com

Yarok Hair, 212-876-4293; www.yarokhair.com

Yes to Carrots, 1-888-929-3786; www.yestocarrots.com

ZENMED, 1-877-647-4242; www.zenmed.com

Zensation Beauty, www.zensationbeaute.com

Zia Natural Skincare, 1-800-334-7546; www.zianatural.com

Zoo On Yoo, 630-904-3585; www.zooonyoo.com

Zosimos Botanicals, 301-775-2914; www.zosimosbotanicals.com

Zuii Organic, 1-300-984-491; www.zuiiorganic.com

Zuzu Cosmetics, 1-800-497-6419; www.gabrielcosmeticsinc.com

Ask the experimenters why they experiment on animals, and the answer is:  “Because the animals are like us.”  Ask the experimenters why it is morally okay to experiment on animals, and the answer is:  “Because the animals are not like us.”  Animal experimentation rests on a logical contradiction.  ~Charles R. Magel

Continuing my “what to do in case of a disaster” series, in which the information was gathered and put together by Beth Fasnacht of Pet Watch, Inc. during our monthly meeting with Georgia Network of Professional Pet Sitters, here is an example of what to put in your pet’s first aid kit.

Here is what you’ll need:

• Durable waterproof case
• An informative First Aid guide
• A cold pack
• 6 to 8 cotton tipped applicators
• Eye irrigate
• Gauze pads
• Antibiotic ointment
• Petroleum jelly
• Flexible bandages that adhere to themselves (and not to your pet’s hair)
• Syringe
• Iodine ointment
• Scissors
• Adhesive tape
• Rectal thermometer
• Tweezers
• Gloves

For Birds: First Aid Kids Would Have:

• Stainless steel hemostatic
• Antiseptic wipes and swabs
• Forceps
• Cohesive bandage
• A curved tip syringe
• Sterile gauze
• Styptic powder

For more information, visit the Humane Society of the United States or call the American Red Cross. All agencies will be happy to help you at any time. Be sure to check out all the websites on Disaster Planning for Pets. There is a wealth of information to use. Here is a list of a few of these websites:

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

Humane Society of the United States (HSUS)

American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA)

The love for all living creatures is the most noble attribute of man.
– Charles Darwin

Terry Albert of Poway Pet Care has a fantastic blog that has helped me out with a lot of my questions about my business. Her blog also has a lot of great information for pet owners. Terry is a pet portrait artist, web site designer, pet sitter and author who writes about dogs. I highly recommend reading her blog and checking out her website!

Here are her links:

Blog

Pet Portraits

Paintings

Graphic Design

Web Design

Pet Sitting

A couple of weeks ago, I attended my Georgia Network of Professional Pet Sitters monthly meeting, where Beth Fasnacht of Pet Watch, Inc. gave us an excellent presentation on disaster emergency preparation. Here is a little more of what I learned.

Caring For Birds in an Emergency

Birds should be transported in a secure travel cage or carrier. In cold weather, wrap a blanket over the carrier and warm up the car before placing the birds inside. During warm weather, carry a plant mister to mist the bird’s feathers periodically. Do not put water inside the carrier during transport.

• Provide a few slices of fresh fruits and vegetables with high water content
• Have a photo for identification and leg bands
• If the carrier does not have a perch, line it with paper towels and change them frequently
• Try to keep the carrier in a quiet area. Do not let the birds out of the cage or carrier during an emergency
• When transporting house lizards, follow the same directions as for birds

What About Other Pets?

Reptiles

Snakes can be transported in a pillowcase, but they must be transferred to more secure housing when they reach the evacuation site.

If the snake requires frequent feedings, carry food with you.

Take a water bowl large enough for soaking as well as a heating pad.

Pocket Pets

Small mammals (hamsters, gerbils, etc.) should be transported in secure carriers suitable for maintaining the animals while at the shelter. Take bedding materials, food bowls, and water bottles.

Life is life–whether in a cat, or dog or man. There is no difference there between a cat or a man. The idea of difference is a human conception for man’s own advantage.
– Sri Aurobindo

I want to thank Beth Fasnacht at Pet Watch, Inc., who is in my networking group, Georgia Network of Professional Pet Sitters for providing me with this crucial information during our February meeting. I learned a lot from that meeting and will be sharing it all in previous, present and future blogs.

Pets and Disasters: Getting Prepared

Our pets enrich our lives in more ways than we can count. In turn, they depend on us for their safety and well being. In this article, you are going to learn how to be prepared with a Disaster Plan to protect you, your family, and your pet family as well.

Did you know that the Humane Society of the United States is working with the American Red Cross on providing shelter and help to victims and their pets in disasters? Do we have any of these shelters in our areas? Do you have an emergency disaster system in place for you and your family?

One way the HSUS is working with people is teaching them how to prepare for a disaster. This article will hopefully help you if a disaster strikes your home and give you some interesting facts about what is being done to help people find shelter in a disaster.

Be Prepared With a Disaster Plan

The best way to protect your family and pets is to have a disaster plan in place. This includes all supplies, and they need to be ready to take out the door and/or  use  if a disaster strikes.

Being prepared can save their lives and yours!

Different disasters require different responses. However, whether the disaster is a hurricane or a hazardous spill, you may have to evacuate your home. If you must evacuate, the most important thing you can do to protect your pets is to evacuate them, too. Leaving pets behind, even if you try to create a safe place for them, is likely to result in their being injured, lost or killed. Prepare now for the day when you and your pets may have to leave your home.

Have a Safe Place to Take Them

Red Cross Shelters cannot accept pets because of states’ health and safety regulations and other considerations. Service animals that assist with disabilities are the only animals allowed in the Red Cross Shelters. It may be difficult, if not impossible, to find shelter for your animals in the midst of a disaster, so plan ahead. Do not wait until disaster strikes to do your research.

• Contact hotels and motels outside your immediate area to check policies on accepting pets and restriction on number, size, and species. Ask if “no pets” policies could be waived in an emergency. Keep a list of “pet friendly” places, including phone numbers, with other disaster information and supplies. If you have notice of an impending disaster, call ahead for reservations.
• Ask friends, relatives, or others outside the affected area whether they could shelter your animals on a temporary basis. If you have more than one pet, they may be more comfortable if kept together, but be prepared to house them separately.
• Prepare a list of boarding facilities and veterinarians who could shelter animals in an emergency; include 24-hour phone numbers.
• Ask your local animal shelter if they provide emergency shelter or foster care for pets in a disaster. Animal shelters may be overburdened caring for the animals they already have, as well as those displaced by a disaster, so this should be your last resort. If your local area does not have an emergency shelter, maybe work with the Emergency Management Team in your area to set one up.

“True benevolence or compassion, extends itself through the whole of existence and sympathizes with the distress of every creature capable of sensation.”
– Joseph Addison

It saddens our hearts to hear about dog fighting and any type of cruelty. I just read today about a second dog fighting ring in Georgia being busted with the assistance of the ASPCA. I want to share the story, it’s one of the milder ones. Please help to spread the word, and if you know or suspect someone of any type of cruelty, please report it.

ASPCA Leads Second Dog Fighting Bust in Georgia

For the second time in a week, the ASPCA helped respond to a suspected dog fighting ring in rural Georgia. On February 21, five days after the ASPCA rescued 26 alleged fighting dogs left to die in Sandersville, GA; the Washington County Sheriff’s Department received a second tip.

The anonymous call led deputies to a property in the East Sandersville section of Washington County, GA. When the Washington County Sheriff’s Department arrived, two dogs were in the act of fighting and three men fled the scene. ASPCA Investigators helped secure the scene and found nine other dogs on the property. Eight of the dogs found were severely underweight and some of the dogs were suffering from various skin ailments.

On February 16, the ASPCA Field Investigations and Response Team along with Washington County officials rescued 24 dogs and recovered the remains of 6 others and identified a total of over two dozen grave sites. While the two cases are very similar in nature, authorities believe they are unrelated.

“The second tip came in because the witness had seen the first case on television news reports,” says ASPCA Senior Vice President of Anti-Cruelty, Matt Bershadker. “This just proves the importance of reporting cruelty and the fact that it inspires others to take action as well.”

Authorities have two suspects in custody in conjunction with the East Sandersville case. Other arrests and animal cruelty charges are anticipated. The dogs from East Sandersville have since joined the two dozen others at an emergency shelter, where officials from the ASPCA and United Animal Nations are caring for their immediate needs. The dogs from both cases are being provided with all necessary medical care and are in the process of undergoing behavioral assessments.

For the latest information about the rescued dogs or for information on how you can report cruelty, please visit ASPCA.org.

From beasts we scorn as soulless,
In forest, field and den,
The cry goes up to witness
The soullessness of men.
~M. Frida Hartley