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50534 235th Avenue
Clearbrook, MN 5663
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Collie, Collie Cousins & Nose Issues

Using Nose Butter + Collie Nose Info

Collie-types not only have the afore-mentioned issues, they can also have a basic dry nose or the extreme Nasal Hyperkeratosis, where the nose is overgrown with excess skin tissue.

The good news is any level of basic dry nose issue can be treated and maintained with Nose Butter usage.

Y'all know we gotta say this, check with your vet if needed.

Many years ago we tested an all natural sunscreen for dogs using additional essential oils and herbal components. Since it was a handcrafted product it would have been impossible to get a consistent SPF number for it.

Our concern was also that someone whose dog had a lighter nose like a Vizsla etc. would apply the product once at 8am and be shocked when their dog's nose was sunburned at 6pm after a day at the beach.

Be VERY Careful if a product makes claims as to sun protection for dogs, yet does not have an appropriate SPF number issued by an independent party. Rant over.

There are two types of lupus (immune system attacks itself) in dogs: systemic and discoid. Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is rare in dogs. SLE attacks various tissues in the body; kidneys, skin, heart, lungs, nervous system, blood, and/or joints.

Collie Nose or Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE) is a type of SLE, but is localized and doesn't spread through the entire system. DLE is skin specific and the sores are confined to the face and nose. Collies have a genetic predisposition towards developing DLE. A biopsy is required to 100% diagnose DLE. 

First Collies lose the pigment around their nose and the nose texture gets abnormally smooth. Next, crust and open sores or ulcerated areas form. The nose, lips, ears, the skin around the eyes, and occasionally the genitals are affected.

Exposure to the sun aggravates this condition and your dog must have sun protection. There are precious few organic sunscreen ingredients available that really help shield from the sun’s rays. Zinc oxide is the most well known, but ingestion can cause zinc toxicity in dogs. So, the sun protection options with no zinc that are natural are very limited. 

Official Disclaimer: This is presented as info only – consult your vet for a definitive diagnosis and course of action! 

#1 Tip - Warm product before application for faster absorption

• To warm; stick in your pocket, bra, or scoop some out & warm in palm
• Open the tin or tube
• Gently control your dog's face (jowls, side of face or under their chin)
• Don't use a head-lock - that is a big trigger
• Tag Team - have someone hold & you apply
• (Tin) Scoop a bit out appropriate to the size of your dog’s nose
• Dab it on their nose (doesn't have to be precise)
• You do not have to rub it in, it will melt quickly, especially if you warmed it up a bit
• Distract to keep them from licking or rubbing it off
• Repeat 2-3x a day for 1-3 days or until nose is back in shape
• Then use as needed for maintenance (usually 1-2x a week)

It's not rocket science, but there are tips that make application faster and easier for you and your dog.

• Give a cookie or treat before, during and after application
• Cuddles, pets, repeat as needed
• Feed their dinner (with extra yummies)
• Play your dog's fave game
• Throw a ball
• Go for a walk
• Pet them, lavish praise on them for their overall good dog-ness
• TIP! Not only does something positive (like cookies) take their mind off having something done to them, it also build an association between GOOD STUFF and Nose Butter application.

If you are unsure what is going on with a Collie-Type dog's nose consult your veterinarian.

• Apply as in the previous tip
• After 2-3 days of multiple daily application (do the best you can, 2-3x a day is great), test the crusty stuff with a bit of tissue and see if it will crumbles off
• If it does NOT crumble right off (it will look like black, greasy dirt), keep applying Nose Butter 2-3x a day until it easily, without picking, comes off.
• Resist the urge to pick as tempting as it may be.

The crusty stuff is actually skin and hurts your dog if you pick it off, just like us pulling a scab off a skinned knee too soon.

The Bad News is there is no CURE for Nasal Hyperkeratosis, it is a condition.

If you stop using Nose Butter, the dryness and crust will probably come back.

The Good News is maintenance usage of Nose Butter keeps the Nasal Hyperkeratosis under control.

When our hands are really cracked and dry we can use lotion to get them in shape, but we can't slather lotion on our hands once and be moisturized for life.

Like cutting your dog's toenails...Nose Butter is part of their health care regimen.

Ouch! That hurts! It's not that your dog loathes the actual Nose Butter (we hope not), they probably DO dislike being held tightly in a head-lock.

If your dog has had ongoing issues that meant painful tests, etc. of their nose, they may just be tired of being messed with.

When we control our dogs it takes away their fight-or-flight defense mechanism. That amygdala part of the brain takes over and screams RUN AWAY! Let them stand on all fours and gently hold them while you dab Nose Butter on.

Dogs are also often triggered by physically being held tightly or controlled. This may come from puppy play, when they wrestle and play-fight. It's not fun for dogs (or us) to have siblings pile on and make us feel helpless. (I'm looking at my three sisters).

Also, keep the mood upbeat and fun. Make a game of applying Nose Butter and follow it up with treats and most dogs can be won over.

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Customer Reviews

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Robin

The nose butter is wonderful and I am so glad I found this company! It works so well on keeping his nose healthy and him happy!

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Melissa Clarke
Better than anything I've tried!

I have used almost everything and nothing helped my dogs nose. My dog would get so upset when I would touch her nose. Since using your product my dogs nose looks amazing! She sees me get the little tin and jumps on the couch and waits for me to put it on her nose instead of the old running away and hiding she used to do. I'm a forever customer. It works for my dry hands as well!

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Susan Scanlan-Morgan
Effective Beyond Belief

The Blissful Dog Nose Butter worked so well and so quickly on our fourteen year old ChihuahuaXRat Terrier that I would not have believed it if I hadn’t witnessed it for myself. After only six applications, her nose was transformed and looked like it had when she was young. She seems more comfortable and no more incidents of her nose snagging on fabric. I am sharing my experience of the Blissful Dog Nose Butter with the dog people in my circle including our veterinarian. Easy to order, delivered quickly, economical and, most importantly, effective!

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Andrew

Amazing product. Worked really fast on our dogs nose!

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David K.
Works Fast and Amazing

I have a St. Bernard and she sticks her nose into the dirt, all the time. This product works fast, and she like the taste when she licks her nose. She is playful, so when she sees the tin she runs, but only onto the couch. I think she does that to get comfortable, lol

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Tisa Johnson
Excellent Product

Works great on our Cane Corso. She doesn’t mind this at all because it’s unscented which is perfect! Her nose is looking fabulous! So glad we found Nose Butter!

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T.L.B.
Miracle

My cockers had badly chapped and cracked noses. One application of Nose Butter and problem solved. Now only need it once a week to keep things nice.

YES! That is the kind of news we love to hear! Cockers have more dry nose issues than is fair. We're thrilled yours are doing well. Thank you so much for taking time to leave us a review. We appreciate each one!

Kathy

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Marquetta

She loves it as much as i do

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Charles B Taylor
Best there is!

We have been using this product for years. It is the best at keeping our dog’s nose from drying out. Can’t give this enough stars!

Thank you so much! We love hearing from our customers who have been with us for years. It reminds us that what we do matters, as dogs like yours look and FEEL better with our products! Thank you again and give your Swissie extra pets and maybe a treat ;-D from us!

Blissfully!

Kathy

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Dale Heinz
seems to work

appears to work but the tins are so small I'm gonna use it up before the issue is healed. my fault since I ordered the sample tins. my dog appears to like as he licks it after applied

Glad to hear the products are working! The Combo kits are designed to be a trial run for bigger dogs or as a way to try most of the butter products. Smaller dogs will of course, get more applicationms. People always ask us why we offer eight size of Nose Butter, etc. and we tell them 'Because dogs come in all sizes.' For dry noses and elbow calluses we openly share that Nose Butter and Elbow Butter will relieve the symptoms, but there will have to be maintenance.

Hopefully you got a brochure in the container, it should cover all of the usage info. We do everything we can think of to share the sizes, etc in a reasonable way, but I will look at the Combo Kit listing again to be sure. What issue does your Lab have? Elbow Calluses?

Kathy