Some amazing products have their roots right here in our state!
Missourians are a dedicated bunch when it comes to providing the best for our pets. Some even take their passion for pets a step further by coming up with creative products we can all enjoy. We found several companies and items that were either originally developed in the Show-Me state or are made here everyday.
TropiClean Company
TropiClean is a remarkable company we can definitely be proud comes from Missouri. They have been providing solutions to pet parent issues for decades. Products in their line are designed to aid with grooming, oral health and cleaning. They also have a line of supplements. Not only that, they can claim to be “green” before “going green” was even a thing. TropiClean has always taken pride in their ingredients, making them easy to read and highlighting both source and purpose.
“TropiClean strives to perpetually innovate the finest products, packaging, marketing and management in the pet industry; for the enrichment of pets and their people, provision of its employees, and the poor around the globe, all to the glory of God.”
TropiClean Company
Wentzville, Missouri
www.tropiclean.com
800-542-7387
PetCot Company
PetCot has been manufacturing premium raised dog beds for over 15 years. Based in O’Fallon, their beds find their way into veterinary clinics, doggie daycares, training facilities and in homes all over the world. PetCot products are exceptional quality and patented in design and construction so pieces don’t break or crack.
“PetCot dog beds are recommended by industry experts as the ideal bed for dogs. Professional trainers, veterinarians and top animal rehab specialists agree that PetCot is their bed of choice.”
PetCot Company
O’Fallon, Missouri
www.petcot.com
636-240-8800
Tether Tug Company
Tucked away in the southwest corner of Missouri, Tether Tug was developed by a father and son team. Inspired by their three-legged rescue dog, they set out to create a toy that offered exercise and excitement to ensure their pup was never bored. We’re glad they did! Now pet parents everywhere can provide a fun way to entertain their fur-kids for hours. The company’s product line has expanded to a variety of toys, but all share the same goal.
“Tether Tug has a simple mission: To help people find a way to keep their dogs playing, having fun, and to ensure a loving bond between pet and owner.”
Tether Tug Company
888-458-5759 Springfield, Missouri
www.tethertug.com
SLiK Hound
If you are in touch with pet fashion, then you are likely to already know about this company. SLik Hound is all about style and selection when it comes to adorning your pet’s neck. Kansas City founders, had a vision that took years to perfect but we can safely say all of their hard work paid off. SLiK Hound collars can be found in pet stores all of the country.
“It’s an underdog story with a happy ending. The journey is still happening every day and SLiK Hound marches on to become the BEST a dog can get!”
SLiK Hound
Kansas City, Missouri
www.slikhound.com
howl@slikhound.com
GottaPotty
In the past 16 years, Shane Wisdom, owner and head dog trainer of DogWisdom, has worked with clients on all sorts of problems. One major one he often encountered was potty training. Clients felt they just could not watch their dogs every moment. So, he developed GottaPotty to help. This product has a pressure mat that can be placed under a door mat. When the dog walks over it to go outside a verbal command (in the owner’s voice) can be heard aloud. The wireless receiver allows owners to hear their dog at the door up 200 feet away! GottaPotty is available on Amazon and other online retailers, as well as at gotta-potty.com. (Receive $10 off your purchase when you enter code: TAME at checkout from the gotta-potty.com website.)
GottaPotty
St. Peters, Missouri
www.gotta-potty.com
shane@dogwisdom.com
Forsta Grain Free Frozen Treats
Kama and Nathan Brown began making treats out of necessity. They had four rescue dogs coming from various situations and with different unwanted behaviors, anxieties, dietary needs and quirks. Keeping up with this bunch required an abundance of things to keep them busy. The Browns soon found themselves becoming experts on using food toys. However, it took considerable time and commitment every day. After much trial and error, they created their own perfect frozen treat mixes and custom molds, making it easy and convenient to fill up multiple sizes and shapes of toys. These soon became popular with family and friends and from there Forsta Frozen Treats found their way into popular pet retail stores all over Missouri.
(Forsta images by Cryrolfe Photography)
Forsta Grain Free Frozen Treats
Contact@forstadog.com
www.forstadog.com
Sassy’s Goodies
Sassy’s makes all their treats and cakes from scratch with love. They believe that the needs of the customer are of utmost importance. They are an Air Force Veteran owned company that is licensed with both the FDA and Missouri Department of Agriculture. Everything they make is also free of wheat, corn, soy, salt, sugar or additives. They can be found in retail stores all around the state and on the Missouri Grown registry
Sassy’s Goodies
Springfield and St. Louis, Missouri
www.sassysgoodies.net
sassysgoodies@gmail.com
Xerch Perch
This unique product offers hygienic recreation and exercise without safety concerns. The original design came out of the love for one special and very ill bird, named Kiwi. Even though owner, Tora Jones, thoroughly cleaned perches regularly, bacteria, fecal matter, molds, and spilled food still absorbed into the wood. After a lengthy search for the perfect perch/play stand ended in frustration, she sketched what she wanted and her husband successfully made it. They called it the Xerch Perch. Other bird owners can get one now too. All materials used are non-toxic and safe for parrots.
Xerch Perch
Everton, Missouri
www.perch.parotmom.com
kiwiandtora@gmail.com
SPAW DAY by Pet Wants
Holly and Dennis Ensor are happy to be doing what they love. Their pet-food delivery business (Pet Wants) keeps them busy and allows them to stay involved with the animal community. One item they are exceptionally proud of falls under their SPAW DAY products and is especially timely for this issue. They hand-prepare a unique Mosquito, Flea and Tick Spray. Made from all-natural ingredients and essential oils, it is safe and effective and protects dogs from unwanted pests. They say that the product is good for human use too and comes with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
SPAW DAY by Pet Wants
Springfield, Missouri
www.petwantsspringfieldMO.com
417-210-8574