Sunday, March 3, 2013

Our Story - Aussie

ThePeak Antler Company's All Natural Antler Dog Bone products were started by the family dog Aussie, an Australian Shepard/Dingo mix rescue from a shelter. 
Aussie sharing her bones with neighbor friend Gunny
 Our main work involves Antler Chandeliers, Antler Lamps and Antler Furniture using all types of Elk, Moose, Fallow Deer, White Tail Deer and Mule Deer. Aussie would sneak into the shop and steal good antlers out of the pile. She would run off into the yard, chew on them for hours and bury them to save for later. She wouldn't give them back even when I caught her stealing "red-pawed". 
We came home one day to find she had discovered the antlers in the coffee table as well, that wasn't so cute. It became obvious she loved antler more than any other bone or puppy chews we gave her. I cut up a few pieces of scrap antler for her in hopes of preventing more theft and save our furniture. It worked! Everyone was happy and the furniture was saved! Soon after, a friend with an adorably large black Labrador retriever puppy who also discovered antler accent furniture in their home told us their story. We shared a scrap piece of antler which again successfully saved their antler furniture and entertained the puppy for hours. They began asking for more antler pieces for their friends dogs and the news spread fast. It grew organically into a business by demand, just the way nature intended!
See our latest specials and discounts on Facebook - All Natural Antler Dog Bone Chews

Wednesday, January 9, 2013

Stuck inside on cold winter days?

will help pass the time!
Antler dog bone chews are set apart from traditional bones as they will not stain your carpet, splinter or turn into slimy goo. They are naturally shed deer or elk antler pieces. No fillers, preservatives, added color or anything else! It’s just a bone the way nature intended!

No animals are hurt in the collection of this bone!

Available in four sizes for a gnawing good time! 
Our dog bones are naturally shed antlers, gathered in the forest or on ranch lands at various times of the year around Colorado, Utah & New Mexico, they are all weathered at different stages. The slight weathering may lead to discoloration or outer hairline cracking. We will NOT package antlers that are rotted, have cracks penetrating the center of the bone, or we believe would be a hazard to any pet. Older dogs, mild chewers, or dogs who only get them for short periods of time do not need to be concerned as much for the weathered effects, in fact it allows these dogs to get the mineral benefit much easier. We have been selling these antler dog bones for pets successfully for over 6 years.

Shadow with his XL "base end" 
all natural antler dog bone
If you have concerns or have an aggressive chewer please request a “base end”, the part closest to the head of the deer/elk at the bur. It is the most dense part of the antler and a lot more work to gnaw on. They are available in Large or Extra large size. Questions? PLEASE ask!

The Peak Antler Company
jeff@peakantlers.com


Monday, January 7, 2013

We Buy Antlers!

Got Antler? 
We buy shed antlers by the pound, usually by the truck load.  We are located in Divide, Colorado, 30 minutes out of Colorado Springs.  Shipping antler is most economical when you have over 50 pounds, roughly 20+ average sized sheds.
Antlers are becoming more popular so we need to make up a little inventory shortage for building our Antler Furniture & Antler Lighting products, the scraps we sell as All Natural Antler Dog Bone Chew Treats
Priced by quality grade. 
We buy shed Elk Antler, Mule Deer Antler, LARGE White Tail Deer Antler, Fallow Deer Antler, & Moose Antler.
A grade - brown & beautiful antler sheds which are typically this years drop.
B grade - good condition, no chalkiness, may be dull or faded on one side, slightly weathered, probably last years drop. No cracked or broken tips.
C grade - white & weathered, or A/B grade with broken pieces. 
 We can use your own antler sheds when possible to create your own unique antler lighting, antler furniture or art piece.
We can trade out your antler pile for credit on custom antler piece.

We do not carry trophy mounts or pay extra for record sheds.

email jeff@peakantlers.com
The Peak Antler Company
www.peakantlers.com

Monday, July 2, 2012

All Natural Antler Dog Bones for Flyball Team

 The Peak Antler Company is proud to support Touch N Go Flyball Team!  

"Over the past 18 years Touch N Go has become one of the most successful teams ever to compete in the sport of Flyball, with numerous regional & national titles, breed titles and world records. Our success in the lanes is due to our exceptional teamwork, commitment to training and utilizing the strengths of each team member."


 Most importantly, when relaxing after a long day, the team enjoys our All Natural Antler Dog Bones.  The perfect treat to keep up with the energy & excitement of this team.



Aussie

Why do we support Flyball?  Their work with rescue pups! see here
And it seems like the perfect sport for our high energy rescue mutt Aussie, who we credit for starting our antler dog bone business, . . . read full story here



 see more info at TouchNGoFlyball.com

Monday, April 2, 2012

Fly'N Aces Flyball Team


Las Vegas Pet Photos
 The Peak Antler Company is proud to support Fly'N Aces Flyball Team!  Located in Las Vegas, Nevada, the team enjoys their time training and racing dogs and are proud to have many rescue dog members.  Any breed or mixed breed can play!  
Flyball is a relay race for teams of dogs (speed counts!) - no couch potatoes this sport.  They travel to different states in order to compete, and last weekend broke their team record.  check it out here!

Most importantly, when relaxing after a long day the team enjoys our
All Natural Antler Dog Bones:)
The perfect treat to keep up with the energy & excitement of this team!

In 2010 Fly'N Aces decided to give back to the flyball community by hosting a charity event tournament at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway!  Since competing in the NASCAR garage at the speedway, they chose to support the Greg Biffle Animal Foundation.  Greg is a NASCAR driver whose foundation supports a wide range of animal welfare groups nationwide!  Last year Fly'N Aces raised $5000, donated through the foundation to the Joplin Humane Society to offer financial assistance with medical expenses for the hundreds of animals injured from the tornado that ripped through the city.  see full article 
 
This years tournament will be May 12th & 13th
see more info at www.flynaces.com
also on Facebook




Also check out a cute slide show from their first tournament

Monday, February 13, 2012

Why Antlers for Dogs? Most common questions about Antler Chews

Antler chews are set apart from traditional bones as they will not stain your carpet, splinter or turn into slimy goo, AND they last much longer than other dog chews. They are naturally shed deer or elk antler pieces, NO fillers, preservatives, added color or anything else!   
It’s just a bone the way nature intended! No animals are hurt in the collection of this bone! 

Do you treat the antlers with anything?

  • They are 100% all natural, just as if your pup went hiking in the forest to find a treat.  We basically sand blast any debris or residue off the antlers.

How do you prepare the antlers for pets?

  • We cut them to the desired size and sort them by diameter to get the proper size appropriate for pets (see below).  They are then processed, a sort of "sand blasted" method to remove any excess residue. 

What do I need to be concerned about before giving an antler to my dog?

  • As with ANY dog chew toy, to ensure safety, remove the antler bone when it becomes a choking hazard.  Choosing the appropriate size is most important to avoid possible hazards.  (see below)

Recommended Sizing

Choosing the perfect Antler Dog Bone

Small Antler Dog Bones are recommended “Toy” breeds, <10 lbs, such as: Shih Tzu, Miniature Dachshund, Toy Poodle, Maltese, Pomeranian, Pub, Chihuahua, Yorkie (Yorkshire Terrier), Bichon Frise or similar sized breeds. order small now




 
Medium antler dog bones are recommended breeds such as: Corgi, Beagle, Dachshund, Sheltie (Shetland Sheepdog), Cocker Spaniel, Miniature Schnauzer, Boston Terrier, Miniature Poodle or similar sized. order medium now





Large Antler Dog Bones are recommended breeds for such as: Labrador Retriever, Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, Boxer, Bulldog, Standard Poodle, Pointer (German Shorthaired), Collie or Husky to name a few. These breeds may also enjoy the extra large bone depending on overall size, temperament or personal preference of the owner. order Large now


Extra Large XL Antler Dog Bones are 2 inches longer and thinker in diameter than the large. Determining the best choice between the two may overlap depending on size and temperament of the dog, or preference by the owner. Extra large bones are recommended for breeds such as: Labradors Retriever, Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, or Husky. They are especially good for Mastiff, Rottweiler, Great Dane, Irish Wolfhound, Bernese Mountain Dog, or similar sized.  order Extra Large now

Friday, November 11, 2011

Veterans Day, Canine Companions for Independence & Anlter Dog Bones?

We proudly support our Veterans every day of the year and especially want to honor them today!
Thank you!!!

How can we use All Natural Antler Dog Bones support our Veterans?
One way is by offering discounts to Canine Companions for Independence and sharing the news of their amazing work.

Wounded Veteran Initiative
Canine Companions for Independence has provided many assistance dogs to US war veterans across the country. With the increase in wounded veterans who could benefit from an assistance dog, we want to do more. For a veteran making a new start putting their life back together from an injury, an assistance dog can provide the help they need to regain independence.
  
Check out their work at cci.org
and their specific work for Veterans
you can also donate through their website


Help is a Four-Legged WordTM
Canine Companions for Independence® provides highly-trained assistance dogs for children and adults with disabilities, free of charge.  The most advanced technology capable of transforming the lives of people with disabilities has a cold nose and a warm heart!

photos & info from cci.org