We have owned dogs for longer than we have been married - some 29 years in total. During all that time the Abbey Veterinary Practice has looked after the needs of animals.
We use the branch of the service that is on Dodworth Road near to the town centre, …

If you have a little furry buddy that has a problem with their skin or gets hot spots that will not go away, you probably have tried a whole bunch of different medicated shampoos to give them some relief.
I found Sulfodene Medicated Shampoo and Conditioner for Dogs when I …

My Australian Cattle Dog came to me one morning over a year ago. He was dirty and tired, and looked like he had been lost for a long time.
After a failed attempt to find his former owners, I decided to keep him. I got him neutered (which, to be …

For my two dogs, there is nothing better than Purina Dog Chow. I have two big dogs, a Saint Bernard and a Newfoundland. When they were puppies, I gave them Purina Puppy Chow, and they did very well on it so it was natural that I continue …

I am forunate enough to have six wonderful cats as part of my family and keeping them happy is a top priority. I want a litter that can stand up to six cats using it several times a day, and one that clumps when the litter gets wet. …

We recently went out and bought a guinea pig for our youngest son. We went to Petsmart after one of our coworkers recommended it. They own three dogs and they said that they only trust Petsmart with their pet supplies. Honestly, I don’t know how “good” a pet store …

I don’t particularly like the idea of birds as pets inside the home. I have lived in a home where birds were kept, though they weren’t mine. Those birds were parakeets and love birds, and I found them quite annoying most of the time!
First of all, birds …

Chlorhexidine 4% Shampoo has to be hands down the absolute best shampoo I’ve ever used on my Golden Retriever. Just before she turned 5 she developed bad skin allergies, or at least that’s what the Vet figured it was. We had some tests run to make sure …

I personally have never eaten a beggin strip, but my dog absolutly loves them. I can’t tell you whetehr or not they taste like actual bacon, but my dog goes crazy over them. Each beggin strip is shaped like a real piece of bacon, although it definetly has a …

If you have pets you know the drama that cutting their nails brings to your peaceful home. I own the nail clippers that look like scissors and I own the ones that look like a human nail clipper. My dog and cat are both terrified of both …

Safari Mat Splitter - A tool designed to split the occasional mat in your dog. It has a handle to hold and a single blade to cut through the mat. The blade is replaceable. It is made of a low quality aluminium handle and 2 …

Playful Pet Cat Toy is a teaser wand - a short plastic stick with a string tied to it, with some feathers attached to the end of the string. Simple, but cats love it. You just move the wand around, running the string along the floor, bed, or couch, …

I purchased recipe dog treats at Wegmans for my dog. They were very reasonably priced at about 1.19 for a six oz box. They come in assorted flavors including beef, liver and cheese. My dog really likes these treats. They come in small t shaped sizes.
I am always worried …

A cat adopted us about three years ago and the vet told us he needed to be an indoor cat, because of all the coyotes in our area. That meant indoor cat litter which sounded really gross to me. I remember when I was a teenager some friends had …

Our family has had many pets, from guinea pigs, bunnies and gerbils to dogs.
A few years back we noticed that one of our dogs had developed a rash that occured after she went for grooming and the groomer shaved her too close to …

I think I’ve been lucky for the most part when it comes to my pets and the problems they’ve inhereted. They’ve had some slight digestional problems when their food has been switched. They’ve had a bladder infection, and one of my dogs has a couple dental problems. But for …

I recently inherited a lost kitten after Hurricane Ike. He is about 11 months and because he lived outside for so long, he still wants to get out now and then. I did not want to get his claws removed and instead thought I would try the claw …

These are cat treats that I had bought one time. I bought them because the store had them on sale and I thought my cat would like them. Not only did my cat like them, he loves them. Whenever I open the bag he runs over to me. Even …

Of all the pets that I have, and I have a lot, the most bizarre one, according to others, is my rock python snake.
I decided to get a python as a pet because I had developed a liking towards snakes and a sort of fascination that made me see …

After buying Beneful dog foods for quite some time, I decided to give something new a try, particularly something that promised to have more natural ingredients in it. I switched my dogs to this food, and it’s the first time they both actually finish their entire bowl as soon …

I have a wonderful, quirky, loving 7 year old Siamese cat. He is my man of the house, my reason to smile when I come home at night. I have always attempted to be sure he had the very best of care and this has included several trials …

I was looking for new dog food for my pet Labrador. There were two choices before me as to this type of variety. I have never tried “canned dog food”. For a number of years, I have used the dry variety because our neighboring store is selling it. It …

If you have a dog, then you need this pet carrier. I had a larger pet carrier for my dogs car trips before I purchased this one. The pet carrier always got in the wy when I got home as far as storage and what not. This pet carrier …

I told myself that I would never buy a pet house over $50. But my wife and I were out shopping for a pet house I seen the Merry Pet Barn wood Pet house. I was amazed at how nice it was and how well put together it was …

Have you ever looked at an animal and suddenly felt like you would explode with emotion because it was so adorable? I know I have. Every time that I look at the fuzzy bundle of fur I call Piper, I get the giggles. Piper is my …

I was checking out the pet isles at Target a few days ago and I noticed these Iams puppy treats. They’re for pups up to twelve months old. I bought a new dog a few months ago and she turned out to be quite a picky one. Most of …

I have a shih tzu / bichon frise puppy who is always in need of tons of grooming. Along with brushing her out everyday, I wipe her down with doggy wipes. I recently purchased Earthbath Grooming Wipes to use on her and these wipes have been my …

As a ferret owner, I enjoy providing my fuzzies with toys that stimulate their intelligence while allowing them to be the carefree comedians that they are.
I purchased two of these tunnels and it was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made! Most ferrets love to tunnel, so …

My dog is a 2 years old yellow Labrador retriever. He was given by my friend who is a pet lover since his childhood years. I thought I couldn’t take care of pets because I don’t used to since I was a child but my friend taught me how …

The Wal-Mart brand of dog food named Ol’Roy comes in several different varieties. They have both dry (in several types and weights), and moist (sold in single can and six pack box; also in several different flavors).
I have fed my dogs on a diet of strictly Ol’Roy for many …

We have been taking our pets to Dr. Hess at Ark Animal Clinic in Hedgesville, West Virginia now for a little over 9 years. We have visited many other local veterinarians in the area, and have been disappointed with many of the vets themselves or their hospital facilities. …

The Feed Bag is a local Seattle owned and operated “pet provisions” shop located off of Pike on Capitol Hill. It’s a small shop, but loaded with goods from top to bottom. Because it is locally owned and operated, the staff are few and friendly to the …

All Breed Pet Grooming in Spring Hill Florida is a great place to bring your pooches to get clean! We have taken our two dogs there 3 times and they do a great job. When we take our dogs to a groomer we are always concerned with our Cocker …

The miniature schnauzer is a great pet for individuals or families. According the the American Kennel Club, the miniature schnauzer is one breed of dog that is hypoallergenic, meaning that even people who are allergic to dogs can be around miniature schnauzers without any problems. At a full size …

I have a baby lion lop bunny rabbit who is my little buddy, but this week he had a bad cause of diarrhea, which I know sounds gross, but it got all over his beautiful fur coat and I had to run to my local pet store to get …

I have two beloved dogs, but I DO NOT LOVE their shedding :) This has been a major issue in my home for quite some time. Never knowing about grooming, I was stuck with dog hair all over the house, and I would never wear my nice clothes at …

I used to use Nutri-Vet breath fresh dental rinse every couple weeks for my dogs a few years ago. I’ve had dogs in my house for as long as I can remember and this is one of the best products that I’ve used for the dental health of my …

I have loved all of my dogs dearly and been suckered into purchasing health insurance for them many times. It was not until recently when I saw a news broadcast warning people about the scam of pet insurance that I realized what is truly going on. The …

I recently had the chance to try out Purina Beneful IncrediBites dog food for my dogs. I have always liked the Beneful variety of food, and Purina is a trusted name so I wasn’t hesitant to give it a try, with one proviso. One of my dogs …

As a breeder of Shetland Sheepdogs I have tried several different types of dog foods for my animals. There really is not that much difference in the nutritional value in many of the dog food brands available. If you compare the nutritional value of Ol’Roy to Iams and Diamond …

Special Kitty Tartar Control Cat Treats come in a 4.5 oz (127 g) resealable green bag. The treats are dry, crunchy pieces, heart-shaped, pink and tan in color. They are the size of regular cat food (approximately; maybe just a little bit larger). The flavor is tuna and salmon. …

This is another cat food I tried on my cats. The food comes in a little white plastic tray and there is a tough piece of aluminum foil on top. They are sold individually just like cans of cat food and weigh 3.5 ounces. There are only a few …

My horses get supplements added to their diets. Every one of them has different needs and requirements, so I tailor and individualize the supplements according to each one’s needs. Something that each horse gets, however, is Kaeco Biotin 800 mg with Yucca. Biotin is very important for health hoof …

I have grown up with animals all my life. I really don’t remember a time when we didn’t have any. Although I usually consider myself a dog person, I do like cats and have had several through out my life.
However, like dogs, cats do get fleas. They are however …

Pet Head is my top choice for my puggle who suffers dry skin. It’s gentle enough for weekly use, which is how I tend to wash my dogs. My puggle has very dry skin and he is constantly scratching do to this irritation.
I highly recommend Pet Head …

As a dog trainer and rehabilitator of many years, I know that the act of jumping up on people is one of the most problematic behaviors plaguing dogs these days. Not only is a dog that jumps on people deemed annoying, but it can also be dangerous to …

In the last few years, one of the products for pets that has received a great deal of attention are Greenies. The company calls these ’smart treats’ because they are supposed to do a number of things to keep your dog healthy, primarily keeping their canine teeth clean, …

I took my 13 week old little Maltese there for a complete grooming. I had just gotten her that very same day and she was in need of some grooming, I also needed to buy some basic supplies so off I go to the Miami-Midtown location. This was my …

I currently have five cats and a dog, and I have had many other pets in the past, so I have my hands full trying to keep up with all their shots, medicines, and so on. Thankfully, the veterinarians at Middletown Veterinary Clinic take the brunt of that burden …

I own eight birds, a combination of parakeets and zebra finches. A diet of seeds is traditional and stereotypical for pet birds. Birds love seeds like people love junk food. Seeds are junk food for birds. A diet of seeds is high in fat and lacking in nutrition. Veterinarians …