Welcome To the Down East Newsletter!

Welcome to the first edition of the Downeast Feast monthly newsletter. We will use this tool to keep you informed of new “Feasts”, birthday celebrations, pet of the month and helpful information for you and your best friend.

Murphy and Ashley would like to thank you for joining the Downeast Feast family and we look forward to growing our brand and our relationships with all of you!

Spring is finally here (we think!) and with it comes flea and tick season. Below are a couple natural recipes to rid your pet of them and keep them away!These are great natural deterrents.

Vinegar

Combine 1 quart of water, 1 cup of white vinegar or apple cider vinegar, and 1 cup of baby shampoo or liquid dish soap. Use this mixture to bathe your dog once or twice a month. Vinegar kills fleas and ticks on contact and can prevent future infestations.

Lemon Wash Deterrent

Lemon juice repels fleas and can be used in several ways to keep them off of your pet. For this mixture, you will need 4 slices of fresh lemon, 1 tablespoon of salt, and 6 cups of water. Heat the water until boiling, then add the salt and fresh lemon. Boil for two minutes and then remove from the heat. Let the mixture steep for a full day (24 hours), then apply to your dog’s fur after shampooing and washing them. This mixture can be applied daily.

Announcement: Ashley and Murphy are expecting their second child and it’s a GIRL! Fun Fact: Forty-five percent of U.S. dogs sleep in their owner’s beds.

Don’t forget when you register as part of the Downeast family to tell us your pets birthday! We will provide monthly birthday announcements and a birthday gift for your loyalist family member! Here is a link to a

doggie age calculator!

https://goodcalculators.com/dog-age-calculator/