Pet Store

Shop In-store: Visit us at 15 McQuade Lake Crescent in Bayers Lake.

Jollytails offers a loyalty program on many of our brands, including:

  • Big Country Raw: Buy 12 get 1 FREE

  • All Acana and Orijen dry food and freeze dried food: Buy 12 get 1 FREE

  • Boréal dry food: Buy 12 get 1 FREE

  • Farmina dry food: Buy 12 get 1 FREE

  • GO! dry food: Buy 12 get 1 FREE

  • Primal RAW frozen food: Buy 12 get 1 FREE

* You can also earn Aeroplan miles on all purchases at Jollytails!

DOGS LOVE RAW

Dogs love raw. Give your dog something fresh and natural – what nature designed them to eat. Jollytails Resort carries affordable raw food options for every budget.

Why feed RAW
- Fully balanced for your dog - no additives needed
- Unbeatable price
- Low in sugar and carbohydrates, no fillers
- Locally sourced options
- Less stool
- Helps with digestive upset, yeast, leaking eyes, and excess weight
- Your dog will LOVE it

 

OUR RAW FOOD SELECTION

We are proud to be a retailer of Nova Scotia’s own Shady Maple Raw. Health and happiness go hand in hand, and it starts with the right diet. This is why Shady Maple believes in feeding raw food made from 100% natural ingredients, free from additives and fillers. Shady Maple sources ingredients from farms all over Nova Scotia, helping keep prices low while supporting the local made right here economy.

The people at Big Country Raw are committed to offering the highest quality ingredients at the best affordable prices.

Every product in the Primal Pet Foods lineup is produced using the highest quality ingredients, including 100% antibiotic- and steroid-free USDA edible-grade meats, poultry, and game in addition to certified organic produce* and unrefined vitamins and minerals.

OUR HIGH QUALITY DRY FOOD BRANDS

Acana pet food is made in Canada by Champion Petfoods. Available for both dogs and cats, it is designed to mirror a natural diet. All local poultry, fish, red meat, eggs, fruits and vegetables are deemed fit for human consumption by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency before arriving at the Acana kitchens each day.

Farmina is nature and science in perfect harmony. Using only natural antioxidants and non-GMO ingredients, their mission is to develop the best all-natural, nutritious, and scientifically validated food that both cats and dogs will love. Farmina uses only the finest raw ingredients following strict guidelines set by nutritional experts, providing a scientifically validated diet specific to a carnivore’s nutritional needs.

The Boréal line of pet food is formulated to provide a balanced and healthy diet similar to what dog and cat ancestors ate. Food that contains only low glycemic ingredients like meat, peas, beans, and good grains takes longer to digest and does not spike blood sugars.

Also from Petcurean, GO! Solutions is a complete, nutrient-packed food that puts more life into everyday dogs. GO! provides high protein, lower carb recipes that help your dog stay strong and fit; recipes formulated for dogs with food sensitivities and specific dietary needs; and recipes that provide preventative care to keep dogs healthy for life. All GO!™ recipes are prepared with a balanced blend of premium quality protein (chicken, lamb, turkey, salmon, duck, and trout) and fruits, veggies, herbs, and berries. GO! includes no growth hormones, by-products, or artificial preservatives.

Pet Bowls and Dishes

We carry a variety of bowls and dishes, including stainless steel, ceramic, and plastic. We also carry a range of slow feed bowls. These are a great solution for dogs that eat their food too fast. Slower feeding can prevent bloat and regurgitation.

Toys & Training Aids

A dog toy should be something your dog enjoys, interacts with, and can’t easily destroy. Dogs are scavengers by nature, so working for their food is healthy and fulfilling. We carry a large variety of food puzzle toys and games to keep your dog occupied. We research and source the best types of collars, harnesses, and training aids on the market. Our staff are experienced and will help you find what is right for your dog!

Food & Treat Dispensing Toys

A treat dispenser gives your dog fun work to do when they’re home alone or when you can't play with them!

A dog's natural instinct is to scavenge and work for their food – not to have it delivered for free in a bowl. One reason dogs develop behavior problems is sheer boredom, resulting from a lack of physical exercise, problem-solving, and outdoor exploration. Food puzzle toys give dogs a chance to work for their food. These toys are sturdy containers which hold and dispense food or treats. The dog must work to get food by shaking, pawing, or rolling a puzzle toy. The effort dogs make to get their food from these toys eases boredom, reduces destructive behavior and burns energy.

We carry some of our favourite food toys from Busy Buddy and KONG . We suggest feeding at least one cup of regular food via interactive toys to give your dog entertainment and mental stimulation.

See the video below for more about Busy Buddy toys:


haquihana harness

Design, together with well-proportioned dimensions and positioning of the harness on the dog have been carefully studied to guarantee maximum comfort in all situations. Pressure is properly distributed on the dog’s sternum and thorax only, even when the dog is pulling, jerking or being restrained. The harness does not cause pain, sense of restriction, friction or injury to the skin, and does not limit movement or create other discomfort. The two buckles and their position make putting on and removing the harness trouble-free for dog and owner.

Urine remover & Cleaners

Urine odours and stains can be difficult to completely eliminate, and unfortunately, trace odours can lead to repeat offenses and marking behaviour. With our selection of cleaning products, you can permanently eliminate urine odour and stains from carpets, upholstery, and hardwood floors. In fact, our natural urine removal options work on virtually any surface. It contains only natural ingredients and uses a special blend of friendly bacteria and enzymes to "eat" urine, organic stains, and proteins, creating a fully clean surface. Earth-Rated Spray is 100% effective and completely safe for pets and people.

Treats

By far the most effective way to train your dog is to reward them for a job well done! We carry a wide variety of training treats and chewables- all wheat- and corn-free.

Paw Protector

It is important to keep an eye on your best friend's paw pads, as the elements can cause damage very quickly. You can protect paw pads from ice, snow and salt using a safe paw protecting product, available at Jollytails. Spread a light coating of wax on the paw pads to create a breathable, protective barrier. We offer a safe, non-toxic way to protect your dog's paws. 

About Dog Food

A good dog food is critical to the health of your dog. We sell only quality food with your best friend's health in mind. We offer limited ingredient diets, high meat content, and grain free products.

Grain Free Dog Foods: Grains (such as corn) are not an essential part of a canine’s diet and can be difficult for some dogs to digest. Many dog food brands tend to use grains as low-cost filler, so avoid foods that place grains on the top of the ingredient list. Dogs are, by their genetic pedigree, carnivores, not herbivores. Their teeth, their digestive systems, and their behaviour clearly confirm this fact. Dogs must also be given credit for their notable omnivorous ability. After all, even though they do have the ability to eat a remarkably diverse diet, it’s wrong to ignore the fact that their bodies are clearly optimized for eating meat.

Dogs can eat a variety of foods but they naturally prefer meat. Their bodies are not designed to consume grain day after day for their whole lives.

Corn is one of the most problematic ingredients in dog foods. In addition to having little nutritional value, it can lead to all sorts of problems such as allergies, excessive shedding or dandruff, loose stools, flatulence, itchy skin, and irritability. Corn diets have been linked to low serotonin uptake in animals, which can promote aggression, lack of impulse control and even increased sexual behaviour. You might never think to associate these problems with the grain in your dog's diet, but that is often the case. Insects — and their droppings and corpses — can even be found in cheap, low-quality grains. Unfortunately, it is one of the most popular fillers in many dog food brands. Be sure to read the labels and avoid corn in dog food. Corn is found in dog food because it’s cheap and maximizes company profits!

“Lots of concentrated grains are not good for dogs or people, and will cause lots of massive health problems in the next fifty years.”  – Dr Ian Dunbar

While there good quality foods that use healthier grains, we recommend a grain-free diet whenever possible because ultimately grains are an unnatural food source for canines. Dogs do not have the long, winding digestive tract required to digest grains. Dogs have a short straight digestive tract designed to digest meat.  Their teeth are also designed for meat consumption (all their teeth are sharpened and not flat like humans and other omnivores). They also lack a special enzyme needed to break down starchy carbohydrates.

We strongly recommend a meat based diet for all dogs. The ideal dog food should be:

  1. Higher in meat-based protein

  2. Higher in natural fats and oils

  3. Lower in carbohydrates (no corn)

  4. Formulated from a named, non-generic animal source

  5. Free of animal or vegetable by-products (cheap leftover product not fit for humans)

  6. Free of artificial flavoring, colouring, or preservatives

Dogs should be excited to eat their food. We’ve done our research and encourage you to do yours! We recommend Dog Food Advisor and Dog Food Analysis. We choose and sell only the products we believe in.

Talk to us about your pet’s nutritional needs. We want to help.