My Shih Tzu Jolie has a wonderful temperament but is plagued by tons of allergies. I feel so bad knowing she is uncomfortable due to her ailments. Perhaps that’s why when given the chance I dote on her as much as I do. When ever I …

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 …

My Golden Retriever has a pretty fluffy and curly coat but it also dries a bit towards her rear. When I brush her I notice a decent amount of flakes right above her tail from mild dry skin. I decided to give TropiClean Medicated Dog shampoo …

I have been using Beneful Dog food for over 4 years now jus because it happens to be the dog food that my dogs love the most. I usually switch between the Beneful for indoor dog and the one for heatlhy skin and coat as the seasons change. …

Recently I acquired a guinea pig. He has long brown hair, and his name is Emilio.
One thing I was not aware of is how big guinea pigs can get! Emilio is quite portly. Another thing that surprised me were the cute little noises he makes. …

A few months after we adopted our kitten we noticed that he was throwing up. Obviously cats throw up on a regular basis, but this got a lot more frequent than a simple hairball and was also a darker color than his food so we grew concerned. On a …

As a mom to dogs, I’m always on the look out for good deals on bones and treats. That’s why this package of Rawhide Dental Rolls caught my attention while shopping at Sam’s Club. This is a large package of 15 rawhide bones. It totals …

I have been using this filter ever since I started keeping fish as pets. That’s a total of 6 years. As you probably know, all freshwater tanks require filters to keep the water livable and crystal clear. The two main types of filters are mechanical and chemical. Chemical filters …

I just love these small mini crocks made by Super Pet. I use them as both food and water bowls in my rodent cages. They come in a variety of colors and are made of a heavyweight ceramic material (or I think that’s what they are made of).
In …

My horse received an Uncle Jimmy’s Hanging Ball for Christmas. Don’t let the name fool you, this is a super treat! The Hanging Ball hangs from a string that you attach to your horse’s stall. The Ball is huge and weighs about 3 pounds, giving your horse plenty of …

I have to admit it..I adore parakeets!!! They are so easy to take care of and not to mention alot of fun! It is enjoyable to wake up in the morning to hear their songs and happiness! If you are looking for an easy to take care …

I happen to own four healthy dogs that range in size from 20-35 pounds. So when I go to the store to buy dog food I completely bypass the small 10-15 pound bags of dog food. I have been feeding my dogs Disney’s Old Yeller dog food …

We have 10 dogs, so you can just imagine the problem that fleas and ticks present. Once these pests infest one dog, it will only take a matter of days before they infect all. At first, I tried to fight back with the use of anti-flea and …

Are you ready for a thrill a minute? Do you yearn for excitement in the smallest things? Then you will love a Jack Russell.
These powerhouse pups are absolutely the most active dog I have ever had the pleasure of dealing with. They go from 0 to 100 in …

When it comes to cat litter my cat wont use anything but the normal looking clay type scoopable cat litter or the normal non-scoopable cat litter but I don’t but that type any more. Even though they probably aren’t the healthiest types of litter. One day I found Back …

I was super excited to try out Premier Pet Shampoo Wipes. Advertised as natural, harmless wipes for a pet’s coat, these little towelettes turned out to be a rather disappointing experiment in pet hygiene. The pet wipes are essentially a pet version of moist towelettes, but their consistency …

I decided to try this cat food one day and so I bought a can. Truthfully, my cats wouldn’t even touch this stuff and I don’t blame them. And even a stray cat that lives in my yard turned her nose up at it, too. And if a stray …

Every morning when I wake up I look to the left and see Dusty Road, my 9 year old Shih Tzu sleeping and to the right I see Dudley-Do-Right, my 7 year old Shih Tzu. The Shih Tzu breed is said to be originally bred to sit …

I have tried using this before for my pets and for a 200-gram tube of gel multivitamins this is priced at approximately $17.70 AUD. This tube contains a gel-like multivitamins which you will have to squeeze and make your dogs and puppies eat this, it’s kind of like squeezing …

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 …

The Belfast Veterinary Hospital is a unique and quirky place. Belfast has a reputation for attracting and housing people with creative tendencies or nontraditional viewpoints on things, and sometimes this comes through in unexpected ways. I visited the vet 3 times.
Being the proud owner of two very young kittens, …

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. …

In February of 2012, I lost my best friend. She was a geriatric, toy poodle named Gidget. She was with me for nearly two decades. I’ve had a canine companion for as long as I can remember and for the first time in my life, I found myself without a …

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 …

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 …

I own two cats, and if anyone else also owns cats, you know that some funky smells can start to emanate from the cat box after a few days. Of course, I always try to clean the box before it gets to be too nasty or have my poor furry …

When I moved out of my old apartment and moved in with my fiance in his, there was a neighbor that was catty corner to me who had the most gorgeous cat for a pet. This cat was silky and yet fluffy as well, with the most gorgeous pair of …

Cats are pretty difficult to please sometimes. While most dogs will pretty well inhale all sorts of food, even those where edibility is in question, a feline will sometimes turn its nose up at even the finest food offered. In short, a treat can often turn out to be …

I really enjoy shopping at the Petsmart on Costco Drive in North Tucson/Marana. They store has every pet item I could ever need, is well lit and organized. When I walk in, I feel like I will be able to find what I need. I also …

Pomeranians are a small breed of dog that originated from Pomerania. They have long hair with an undercoat, a curled tail, and straight-up ears.
Pomeranians, whether male or female, are very lively dogs. All dogs, including pomeranians, do have different personalities but in general it can be said …

My daughter recieved her first American guinea pig, also know as a cavie, at the age of 7. She is now 26 and we just lost the last descendent of that original guinea pig. In total, the original guinea pig and descendents created a total of …

Tacrolinmus 0.02 is a medication that was prescribed for my dog because he has an eye condition. He is allergic to the ultraviolet light of the sun. This condition is fairly rare in his type of dog (dauschund terrier mix) but is common in German Shepherds.
This medication was one …

I’ve been using this product for years because my smallest dog had a flea allergy and sensitive skin. Although I don’t think you can abandon other flea and tick preventatives, this product is a nice shampoo to get rid of fleas before applying any topical flea treatments, and it’s …

Three years ago we rescued an adorable female beagle from the dog pound. We have owned several breeds of dogs over the years, but this was our first beagle. We named her Samantha, but her nickname Pooch has come to be the name we use most often.
We …

We bought SmartyKat SuperScratcher for our three cats, so that they’d use it for clawing. Even though their claws are trimmed, they still want to scratch on occasion, and we wouldn’t want them to do it on furniture. This SuperScratcher is made of cardboard, it is actually a flat …

I just got a kitten a few weeks ago, a pet that I have never had before, so I was at a complete loss at what to feed him and when to start feeding him solids, e.t.c. I thought the best thing to start him on initially would be …

I watch the dog whisperer and also have a dog. And he’s a pain in the butt to walk. He pulls, lunges, stops to smell stuff, crosses in front of me and trips me and everything bad. I’ve tried using Cesar’s techniques and they didn’t really work for me. …

We have two cats, a male tabby named Jax and a female tuxedo named Cocoa. They are both about 4 years old and mostly in good health, although about two years ago Jax started having gastrointestinal and digestive problems. He stayed active and had an appetite, but was losing …

When I needed I chewing toy for my pet rats and mice, the woman working at the pet store recommended these wooden blocks. Pet rodents need to chew on something hard to keep their teeth trimmed. If they don’t wear their teeth down, then their teeth will grow too …

As dogs become sociable and active you have to watch out for stubborn ticks. For pet owners it is a persistent and annoying problem. I don’t really know how it started. I have a shaggy brown dog and to be sure that’s enough of a reason. …

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 …

If you have three, four, or more, or even just two, dogs; You likely know (If you walk at least two of them at a time and not just one.) what a hassle it can be carrying more than one leash if you’re dogs are anything like mine, and …

One of the best anti-fungus antimicrobial products on the market today in my opinion is “Rain Rot Relief”. This product is a godsend when it comes to trying to rid a horse of various skin irritations and maladies such as rain rot, girth itch, ring worm, greasy heel …

The Shih Tzu is a small dog that’s full of love and fun. Ours is four years old so he’s full grown and weighs about 15 pounds. The Shih Tzu has a pug nose and broad shoulders, with legs that are fairly short, although not so much so that …

Choosing a dog for a family with children can be very difficult. But strong consideration should be given to Beagles. Beagles are often described as difficult and hard to train. But it simply has not been my experience. After having 5 beagles, I must say …

My husband and I go fishing , swimming , and camping pretty often. Sometimes we bring one of our 4 dogs with us. I feel much safer even knowing that they can swim , that they have some added protection as well. I treat my dogs like they are …

My cat has had fleas since she was a kitten, and I always thought it was natural for cats to have fleas and that it was something cats had to live with. After watching some t.v. commercials on flea eliminating products, I decided to look some up for …

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 …

Not all cats respond to cat nip. They have to be genetically disposed to it and my three certainly have it. They have been able to destroy a huge cat nip plant in less than an hour, leaving nothing but the stem. there is not risk of that …

External parasites such as ticks and fleas if allowed to inhabit your dog’s skin can cause skin problem, itching, and even serious diseases. To keep my dog healthy and free of parasites, I make sure to use a reliable soap. I’ve been using Bayopet for a long period because …