This unusual species of mynah has been with my parents for the past 15 years. It has become a family member now and I too have got attached to the bird. These are usually found on the islands of Java and Sumatra but here in India, they are found …

My boyfriend and I recently decided to adopt a kitten. Obviously one of the first things that a new pet parent must do is find a veterinarian in their neighborhood and we quickly began looking as our new baby needed a shot within the first week of coming …

Our dog got flea’s for the first time in years and after the medicated anti-flea shampoo from the Veterinarian failed to work I went to our local supermarket in desperation. The pet section there is not very big, but a sales clerk I suggested I buy Sergeants Flea & …

I guess I have always been a girly girl and somehow that care has even extended to my pets. As I tend to seek out spa like experiences, I now get to include my little Shih-Tzu in all the pampering fun.
Recently while shopping in …

When our dogs got infected with flea and ticks last year, we find it hard to control even we bath them using soap especially for tick and flea. The infestation is still there and it does not only affect our dogs’ health but as well as ours. I could …

We recently decided to try out Walmart’s brand of cat litter, Special Kitty. We got the most inexpensive kind, the kind that is in the green box. It used to be completely unscented, but now there are odor killing crystals in it. When we bought it …

I like to walk a lot and my dogs like to come along with me on my walks. One of the things that has been bugging me a lot is wanting to keep my hands free as well as my pockets because a lot of stuff in my running …

Iams dog food has many different varieties to choose from. Personally, I get the “Iams ProActive Health Large Breed.” This type of dog food is recommended for large breed dogs anywhere larger than 50 pounds. It is also recommended for dogs over one year of age.
In …

The dachshund dog was a breed I had little desire to own due to what I had heard about them. That is until I rescued a little black and tan female doxie called Ms Holly Higgins and a black and silver dapple female named Honey Pot. In fact, I …

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 …

Growing up my family had two miniature schnauzers and now that I’m on my own I have remained loyal to the breed. My miniature schnauzer “Max” was rescued from a local shelter which makes him that much more special. What do I love about my miniature schnauzer? First …

When I bought a ten gallon tank, it came with a Whisper 10 filter. This filter is produced by Whisper and the 10 is supposed to stand for ten gallons, which is what the filter is recommended for. Or so I thought. Turns out that the fine print says …

For our dog’s quarterly deworming schedule, we used Canex tablets. It’s very effective in preventing and killing worms in dogs. If any of the dogs begin exhibiting symptoms of a worm infestation (weight loss, sudden increase in appetite, bloody fecal matter), giving them the correct dosage will …

My mother started breeding labs when I was 16, with our Yellow Lab Ben and Chocolate Lab Shadow. She’s hooked and loves having the pups around. She now has 3 females - Shadow, Maggie and Morgan and 1 male - Bailey. Anywhere from three to 5 litters a year …

I bought this Port-A-Crate Dog Crate for my 2 year old German Shepherd because I can’t leave her alone in the house when I leave, as she likes to find the trash or pull things off shelves or tables. I can’t leave her outside because the gate is broken. …

We’d had our cat for approximately 3 months before we decided to let him outside. He’d engineered his escape from the house a couple of times already so we thought it was best to bite the bullet and let him run free. Of course the first thing we considered …

Recently my Balinese had a very bad case of diarrhea and even medicine from the vet didn’t work on it. I didn’t know what to try when an employee in Natural Pet (pet supply store) recommended this product to me. She had told me it had worked on her …

Last month when the first snow hit, my husband and I took the dogs to PetSmart and purchased a pair of Muttluks Dog Booties. They were for our little Boston Terrier who is about 27lbs. We bought the shoes after reading several good reviews online about the shoes protecting …

Soft Paws offers a great alternative to declawing your cat: vinyl nail caps for cats and kittens that are glued onto the claws. The cat will not feel any difference, they will still be able to extend and retract the claws and scratch, only it won’t do any damage …

Oscars are a beautiful fish with a people name. That makes sense to me because as long as I have kept oscars, I have known them to be very friendly to people. All of the oscars that I’ve had have been this way.
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Of all the pets I have, the most interesting and humanlike one, I must say, is my African Grey Parrot. Particularly so because of the fact that I have had it for just over four years now and every single day with it never produces a dull moment. It …

My mother bought this recently for my younger siblings as a Christmas gift. When we first got them they were obviously tadpoles and it was really interesting to be able to watch as they grow and took form into toads. They were an …

Purina Kitten Chow is dry cat food designed specifically for kittens. The formula is high on calories and protein to ensure proper body growth. It also includes calcium and minerals the kitten needs to develop strong bones. Rice is added for better digestion. The pieces are small, just right …

We take our animals here whenever we need to see a vet. We have called around before, but we have never found the prices to be better than at this veterinary clinic, and we love the service we get here.
We have had to have two of our beloved pets …

As a child I didn’t own but one pet that I alone was responsible for.
Her name was Sugar and she had a very short life.Sugar was the most beautiful little puppy in the world.One day she ran in the street and was killed on the spot.I said never again …

The Leopard Gecko is a perfect pet for someone who likes lizards but has never had one. They are easy to care for and interesting to own.
The Leopard Gecko is about eight inches long (tail included) at maturity. They are a beige color with dark brown dots and bumpy …

I have a yorkie poo, her name is Samantha. I have to admit she is one of the best dogs that I have every owned. I enjoy her so much, she is this little bundle of joy. When we first got Samantha she could fit in the …

I have been feeding my cat Temptations cat treats for a few years now. At first we just picked some up for fun, it might have been for a Christmas present or something. I didn’t expect my cat to love them so much! These treats seem to be his …

My favorite dogs are black laborador retrievers. I raised a black lab from a pup about a foot in length to a whopping fifty-five pounds! He was the most beautiful, handsome, and wonderful dog. His great smile was an instant success with everyone.
Lucky was my personal …

Through a web site I was able to get three month supply of BioSpot Spot on Flea and Tick conrol for dogs for free. Which I love to try new products and especially for my dogs, as long as it is safe and better for their health.
I live …

We have had Pembroke Welsh Corgis for over 20 years; breeding, showing, and herding with Corgis as well as loving the breed for its many wonderful companion qualities. If you are considering getting a Pembroke Welsh Corgi as a pet, here are some points to consider.
On …

I took my 2 standard poodles to Jeannie’s Grooming for a total of 5 years. I could not of been more satisfied with a groomer than I was with the groomers at Jeannie’s. Anyone who has owned a poodle knows very well how important it is for the groomers …

Our golden retriever has a disease. There is a growing infection in his kidney. I think it is because of her age. The problem is she is still alive. There is a different diet for this kind of health problem. I was told that because we always feed her …

When my husband and I decided to get a puppy, we did quite a bit of research to determine what breed to go with. After looking at several different family-friendly breeds, we decided to get a Hungarian Vizsla. The Vizsla is a beautiful reddish colored medium-sized dog …

The society finch(Lonchura striata domestica) has been raised by the Chinese and Japanese for hundreds of years,and is probably the oldest domestic caged bird. It does not exist as a wild species,and tests have shown that it is a domesticated form of the white-rumped mannikin,which some color varieties …

I have three dogs and a gerbil and one dog, and of course the gerbil, are small so require special care. I had normal sized nail clippers, but my little dog had such tiny nails that he was terrified just when I pulled out the clippers for him, …

Every cat loves a place to nap. Some cats sleep on the floor. Others prefer their favorite human’s bed. My cats prefer the window sill Cat Nappers we got for them.
This product is amazingly easy to use. It is washable, and easy to install on each window. The …

Red Eared Sliders are great little pets for any age.
I have 2 of these cute little guys and I love everything about them.
What they require:
At least 10 gallon tank
About 4 inches of water from bottom of tank
Dry surface
UV Lamp
Basking Lamp
Food
-Main Food such as Nutrafin or HBH
-Turtle Treats
-Sometimes live meal …

I just acquired a new pet and I’m happy to have her. She’s a Shih Tzu breed and just turned 3 months last January 2, 2008. A Shih Tzu puppy is a friendly dog, active, happy, and affectionate breed.
They are considered as toy dogs, thus this type of …

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 …

I have found algae eaters to be very interesting fish. They are very prevalent. They can be purchased in nearly any pet shop that sells fish or they can be found in the pet sections of stores like Walmart.
In my experience, algae eaters are fish …

This review is for all of you who have been using various flea products, but who still find that their pets continue to get the buggers anyway. This was the case for my tiny toy poodle. The poor guy was always scratching and biting and being infested …

There are pros and cons to the Nutri Dog All Natural Y-Shaped Dental Chew and at the head of the list for me is the con for the obnoxious order that goes with it. For example, I actually gave this last one to one of my dogs about …

I bought my one and only Himalayan cat over 12 years ago. He is still with us but I will never buy this breed ever again. They are handsome cats but just an awful breed. These cats are half Persian and half Siamese cat. …

Whiskas Crunch is a cat treat that is not only yummy, according to the cats, but also helps to clean their teeth. The treat comes in a 3.5 oz can that has a shaker-like top with two openings, which allows you to limit the servings: the larger one will …

I’ve been using the Great Choice Adjustable Harnesses for my dogs for several years now. In fact, I just bought another one, which is what reminded me that I’d never reviewed the product.
For many years, I used a regular leash attached to collars. Once I discovered harnesses, …

My husband and I went to Capital Area Humane Society yesterday. Although we have animal shelter in the Philippines, it was my first time to visit an animal shelter.
It was a surprise when my husband brought me there. He knew that I love animals, we …

I had a male black Rhodesian Ridgeback with a wild streak you cannot begin to imagine. This dog was a bounty of energy from daybreak all day til nightfall. He was a great guard dog and a wonderful member of our family. He was 6 years old when we …

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 …

Purebred Golden Retrievers * * * * 4 Stars
+ Excellent pets, Gentle with kids, Easily trained
- Hip problems, Expensive to adopt, Need daily exercise
Purebred Golden Retrievers are the best dogs to have for a pet and by that I mean they have a …