Two years ago, I got my first dog, after years of wanting one but not having time for it, I finally got one. It was a little tiny pug, well, at first. Pugs can come in different colors: black, tan, or gray. They are small and usually around 15 …

There’s more to taking care of dogs than just feeding and petting. You also need to do the unpleasant stuff, such as cleaning after they go, washing the food bowl and yes, ensuring that they are healthy and free from ticks and fleas. So when our dogs …

Conventional flea prevention products can be dangerous, not only for our pets but for us as well. After my golden retriever broke out in a bright red, textured rash and began vomiting within an hour of the vet applying a spot-on flea prevention medication, I have used natural flea …

When we adopted our puppy, there were a lot of things to consider, and food was definitely near the top of the list. The rescue group who kept him had fed him a cheaper brand of food, since they had so many dogs to feed on such a …

This is another one of the canned cat foods I tried on my cats while searching for a new food for them to eat. It comes in a little 3 ounce can and must be one of the most expensive cat foods I have come across due to the …

Not too long ago, my dogs demanded new bowls for their food. Well, okay, they didn’t demand, but it was time. When I went shopping, I noticed that there were multiple brands and types of bowls. There was one thing that really attracted me to the …

I have been a proud owner of Boston Terriers for fourteen years and I just acquired one more!
Known as the “American Gentleman”, Bostons are proud, handsome dogs that are the perfect pet for children and adults. Their energy and intellegence make them an ideal playmate for …

I have always wondered why these things are called crayfish and not what they really are: freshwater lobsters. I first discovered crayfish when I used to haul my cousin down to the remote streams of Fayette County, PA in search of fish and salamanders. …

Alpo Variety Snaps are oven-baked dog biscuits made with real meat (chicken, liver, lamb, and beef) and packed with nutrients and vitamins your doggie needs. They’ve got calcium and phosphorus for strong teeth and bones, natural oat fiber for digestion, and 11 essential vitamins for healthy skin and coat, …

IAMs is a wonderful animal food maker, and one that owners, breeders and veterinarians trust. I feed IAMs to my cats, and they love this food. I only feed dry food, because I think that dry cat food is healthier for the animal’s teeth and oral care. Wet food …

AS A PARENT OF NINE PETS and educator of people on the proper care of pets, I do Pet Food Analysis’ of the ingredients of pet foods to make owners aware of just what they are feeding their pets. After reviewing the first 6 ingredients of this brand …

My golden retriever recently developed a skin condition that leads to patches of raw skin. They look like clumps of dry skin and when you scratch them off they are red and irritated and look very raw. I went to Petco to look into medicated shampoos for …

I recently purchased 6 neon tetras from a very reputable local store to add to my community tank. I had already checked to make sure they were compatible with my other fish. Researching the species I had read that despite their popularity (they are often described as a good …

I have five dogs and have been having an ongoing battle with fleas for several months. I have tried numerous types of shampoos and collars trying to get it under control.
I have two large dogs that stay outdoors and three small dogs that stay indoors most of the …

We have recently purchased a new addition to our family. I’m referring to a little puppy named Sparky. We have had Sparky for a few weeks now. I decided to go buy him some of the many things that a puppy needs. Like a collar, …

I have Dr. Margaret Schreiner as a vet for all my horses. She is a very common easy going person. I like her because she is easy to talk to and when she does work on the horses - she talks to me and explains what she …

This Petco is in a corner mall, at Baseline Rd. and Haven Ave., in Rancho Cucamonga. I love shopping at this Petco store, and have been shopping there for several years. The cashiers are always very cheery and helpful. The interior layout of the store recently changed, to …

Our pet Doberman named Jaguar is one giant fierce-looking dog but with a soft heart. Everytime people in our neighborhood see and hear him bark, they got petrified because of his huge voice and very big and strong physique. What they do not know about …

My cat’s health has always worried me. She is a small tabby and her eating habits have been, well shall we say, strange? She is a very picky eater, plus many cat food products seemed to upset her stomach. She will turn her pretty little nose up at certain …

I have recently completed all the Natural Horsemanship games with my Clydie Cross. I strongly recommend this style as the horse chooses to work for you rather than being forced.
There are 8 games that you teach on the ground. This may take a varied length of time depending on …

I’ve purchased this food a couple times before when I was tight on money and could not buy my dog’s usually premium brand. However, I quickly noticed that it gave both my dogs digestive problems such as gas and burping. Also, this brand is very high in …

The mission of making my dogs thick-and-flea-free domesticated pets doesn’t end in putting Bay-o-pet Tick and Flea Collar; another product from Bayer, Bay-o-pet Asuntol Tick and Flea Soap was recruited as reinforcement, just recently. And so far, neither my dogs nor I complain about it.
Bay-o-pet Asuntol Tick and Flea …

It wasn’t until I was thinking of changing my homeowner insurance company that I was alerted to the possibility that there was negative feedback regarding pet Chow-Chows. I asked the agent about this, and she had advised that rates were higher for those with Chows due to the …

These dogs are great. I have had my Maltese for 2 going on 3 years now. She’s running around the house now. Many people don’t know a thing about these dogs, I didn’t know a thing about these dogs. These are the dogs that will run around and …

I have a friend who ended up needing to find a home for one of her dogs at the last minute, and I was actually looking to add a pet to our household, and I loved all her dogs and thought it would be perfect. I didn’t realize however …

When it comes to the care of my pets, I take it very seriously. I have worked in enough pet businesses for the last twenty years that I know a true professional who is both compassionate and knows their stuff. When I first moved to Lansing I …

After rescuing a little mouse that turned up in my closet, I headed to the store to find him some food—“ not knowing anything at all about what to feed a mouse.
The description on the box of 8 in 1 Pet Mouse and Rat Food made me …

All cat litter is not created equally. In the years I have owned cats, I have tried every brand and every type, paper, clay etc. I have finally found the one that does what it says it will. Scoop Away Multi Cat is the most absorbant, easy …

I can’t say enough about Milk Bone Crunchy Mar-O Snacks, good things that is because my dogs absolutely loved these treats. Their eyes sparkled in anticipation of these treats. I want to point that out because in all honestly, my dogs aren’t that finicky, but they really …

I am a HUGE lover of Chocolate Labrador Retrievers. I was raised with the breed and am aware of the hip displaysia problem that is predominate with labs. When I purchased my first Chocolate (my first since leaving home),I was concerned about which dog food was right for the …

When a friend gave me his dog, a Japanese Spitz breed, I encountered a problem with its fur getting easily shedding off. Almost everyday, I keep vacuuming the floor, carpet, and furnitures whereever the dog’s hairs are.
I took my dog to the vet and gave me this Refamol …

It seems that cats and kittens are always getting hairballs. The Hartz Advanced Care Hair Ball Remedy is a great solution for hair balls. It easily squeezes out of the tube on our cat�s paw. He shakes his paw and gives me a strange look. …

Two months ago, I faced one of my biggest fears as a dog owner - an engorged tick embedded in my dog. Although I have had a fear of ticks for as long as I can remember, this was actually my first time dealing with one and I won’t …

A few years ago I was forced to take a job in another state for awhile to make ends meet. Unfortunately I couldn’t take my dogs with me. Dalmatians don’t live well in apartments. I have been a dog trainer and I raise and train Dalmatians. …

After having a few health scares with my senior diabetic cat over the years, I was also informed that she had a minor heart issue and needed to start taking pills daily. The pills are very small but most cat owners know that cats have an uncanny ability to …

I have been a dog owner my entire life and growing up proper training was just that important to my parents. However when I moved out on my own and rescued my husky/shepherd mix it was immediately evident that this was a dog who needed the structure training would …

Our cat was having a problem with fleas so our vet recommended Pet Kare’s Ultra Gentle Pet Shampoo for daily baths for seven days. This shampoo is gentle enough to be used on both cat’s and dog’s even if you have to bathe them daily due to a skin …

Dogfood is a very important substance in my household as the canine population outnumbers the human one 3 to 1. We have show shelties and a little stinky mutt. The mutt has been stinky all her life. She would get a bath and stink within 2 days. Her hair …

Before switching our golden retriever to a raw diet, she had a terrible coat, was prone to excessive shedding, she had terrible season allergies and suffered from dry and itchy skin, among other things. When we made the decision to switch her from kibble to a raw diet I …

If you want a different, original bedding for your cat, check out Petzazz Sophisticat Die-Cut Reversible Cat Placemat. This cat bed is stylish and funny, definitely an attention catcher. It is shaped as a cat head, pink on one side and brown on the other. Both sides boast imprints …

I have been going to this Petco location for about four years now, and have recently adopted a Pit Bull. I took him to get his first professional grooming at this Petco location and the grooming staff was wonderful with him. They made me feel comfortable leaving my dog …

Many people like to look for a unique pet rather than the same old boring cat, dog, rabbit, hamster etc … a ferret is usually one of the more unique pet ideas.
I used to think I wanted one, and that it would be so cool to have a …

I volunteered at Furry Friends Rescue for a total of about two years. Since I was twelve when I did this, I became a junior. My job (along with the rest of the juniors) was to sit with a dog in a pen while at an adoption fair, all …

My sister bought 2 of these, what I first thought, the most unpleasant and strange looking pet one could ever have, and frankly I did not understand why would she even want something like this. I mean who would touch that?
When I was around them I spent most of the …

Parakeets aren’t the mostly wide own pet, but it’s starting to be popular among homes. I bought one from Petsmart and like all pet owners, to have a friend. They are really adoring and very playful. They range in a variety of colors. The one I have is blue …

When this product came out, I was very interested in trying it out since I have two indoor cats. It also looked pretty easy to use based upon the commercial I saw on TV.
It is made of plastic with two fabric rollers on the bottom which the pet …

9 Lives Sliced Beef in Gravy Cat Food is a canned catfood formulated for adult cats. The cans are 5.5 oz, each costs around 30 cents, or you can get a pack of four for a little over a dollar (sometimes under a dollar, depending on where you shop). …

I purchased ear oxide pet ear cleaner on the recommendation of my doggy daycare’s owner. I had been using pet ear cleaning wipes but they were not doing enough for my dog’s ears and the day care owner told me I needed to dry his ears out more. …

I have a 97 pound Golden Retriever who is the best behaved dog in the world unless she is outside on a walk and sees a squirrel. All bets are off once that squirrel passes through her line of site. She immediately bee lines straight for it …

The boxer, one of the top ten most popular breeds in America, is an extreme joy to have as a pet. I actually ended up getting a dog of this breed just because of convenience. I had just graduated college and I heard about litter of boxer …