I have a lab mix that has had some really bad skin problems. We took him to several different veterinarians. He lost most of his hair and had itchy red bumps everywhere. Our poor dog suffered for around three years. Some of the veterinarians thought …

I wouldn’t say that zoos are a totally boring place ever whenever I have the chance to visit any in any particular location, but this particular National Zoo, located in Connecticut Avenue, Washington D.C. is really a very interesting place for me and my aunt\’s family. It seemed …

If you are seeking a funloving, well-behaved family companion I highly suggest the Golden Retriever. They are very receptive to commands and are extremely eager to please their owners.
With children they are playful yet calm and will always enjoy a game of fetch. Goldens are avid swimmers and take …

When I brought home my two absolutely adorable kittens the person we got them from gave us the remainder bag of food they had been eating. I also purchased an additional bag of the same brand food assuming it would be best to stick with what they were used …

I have two teeny, tiny chihuahuas. Seriously, they are ridiculously small - Ollie is my big boy at 4 pounds, Pearl weighs in at 2.5 pounds. Needless to say, they can’t get on or off the sofa or the bed by themselves so stairs are a necessity. …

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 …

Due to extreme allergies, my two year old Labrador Retriever has been raised on a mostly healthy diet consisting of top-of-line organic food, fresh vegetables, small bits of cheese and liver, and an every once in awhile treat. Sure, there’s an occasional slip, but it seems he’s not …

Our fishes do enjoy eating pellets and fish flakes so we bought them Todays Flakes Staple Food. It was really a complete meal for the fishes and it was healthy as well. If you are a fish pet owner, you would consider buying Todays Flakes Staple food because most …

I have two wonderful Basenji dogs. For anyone who is unfamiliar with the breed, these dogs are quite willful and exhuberant and have tons of energy that sometimes gets them into trouble if they aren’t properly entertained. I got both of my dogs from a friend of mine who …

Even though Solid Gold’s Hund-n-Flocken Adult Dog food has become an extremely popular food for owners to feed to their dogs, I am personally not thrilled with it. As an owner, show handler, and breeder of Labrador Retrievers, as well as a dog trainer and foster Mom …

The BoerBoel is an excellent dog to have if you are looking for a strong, loyal, protective and highly intelligent dog.
This particular breed is a considered a rare breed, hailing from southern Africa.
The BoerBoel is not a dog for anyone who does not want or can not handle an …

Philippine Animal welfare Society is the only animal humane society that I know in the Philippines. They are known for taking care and saving abused and maltreated animals, different kinds of animals.
Back in November of last year, I called Philippine Animal Welfare Society or P.A.W.S. to hand …

I am writing this in hopes that it helps someone learn about this serious health condition in dogs. I have a 13 year old Lab Mix, Rebel. He has always been healthy except for arthritis in his back legs, which is getting worse as he gets older.He has a …

I started taking my pets to this vet because it was a convenient location, but I feel so lucky I found Dr. Lawer! He is wonderful and kind, and you can tell that he chose his profession because he genuinely loves animals.
I took my dog to be seen …

It’s cold and you want to know how to properly keep your horse warm. And if your horses are like mine, they live in a very nice barn and they are not turned out in wet weather or when it is muddy. They have people taking care of them …

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 …

I have several cats, and sometimes I take in foster cats, so there is usually at least two litter boxes in my home, and I was looking for a way to get rid of the ‘cat smell’ when I found Fresh Step Litter Box Freshener. I was hesitant at …

The Kong Stuff-A-Ball is easily the greatest invention in doglihood ever! Where have they been my whole life? That’s what I want to know. I’ve heard references to these for a while, but recently a good friend in Australia sent me this Kong Stuff-A-Ball and a …

Our mixed lab pointer puppy Sydney became an official member of our family when we adopted her right before Christmas. She came to us from a rescue organization as a foster puppy. I saw her picture and was immediately smitten with her innocent sad look. The …

My puppy is a power-chewer and I have had a hard time finding toys and treats to accommodate his habits. Thankfully, Nylabone came out with something called the “Dental Dinosaur,” a dinosaur-shaped dog chew covered in small knobs that help it clean your dog’s teeth as he chews …

Exo Terra Heat Glo Infrared 75 Watt Bulb
Exo Terra is known for their popular reptile products, but I really hope this product does not become popular. It is such an awful product; I should have not have listened to the Petsmart employee that told me to get it for …

We purchased this doggie carrier for our 16 pound pooch and are now disappointed in the quality of this product. The carrier comes in different sizes, with recommendations for what size should be used according to your dog’s weight. We got the medium sized pack, and our …

This is a Wal-Mart brand of dog food, and is among the cheapest dog food you are going to find (18 Kg for $13 Canadian). I’ve been buying it for my dogs for a long time now, and they still love it as much as ever. Although …

Both of my cats love the whicker cat bed that my neighbor gave me for Christmas several years ago. I always keep a soft baby blanket in the bottom so they have something soft to sleep on while in the bed. The bed is oval in shape and has …

Dogs are great! They are fine companions and are a joy to have. The type of dog I am writing about is a Westiepoo. This type of dog is half West Highland White Terrier, and half minature poodle. This is one of the greatest dogs ever.
I have one, it …

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 …

Hibitane Antibacterial Veterinary Ointment, has been absolutely fantastic for my dog. To begin with, this is a multi-purpose Antibacterial and Antifungal cream that can be used for a variety of dog problems.
I have a very active dog, who on occasion scrapes the pads of his paws running over rocks …

For over a year I am the proud owner of a Rhodesian Ridgebacklady, her name is Frieda. I always wanted a dog, and I got to know this particular breed because neighbours of a friend of mine had two ridgebacks. I think it is a beautiful type of dog, …

A couple of months ago I received a free sample of a Greenies Pet chew. I found it tonight when I was cleaning up around my pet center as I call it. And decided to give it a try with my girl Mimi. She is a …

I’m a bit of a spoiler when it comes to my pooches. I think that’s the reason we get a pet is to spoil it. I like to give them snacks when I’m home for the day. Reward them for being good and just being there.
My …

Well from what my cat did yesterday he could be easily used in a commercial for this specific food the spoiled bastard. But lets start at the beginning.
My cat is somewhat old he will be hitting 11 this year so we have become quite selective when it comes to …

I love animals, and have been a pet owner since from the time I could walk and even today own two very happy, chubby and sweet kitties. However the one thing that I do not enjoy when it comes to pet ownership is the smell. Yes, even though my cats …

I have a pet dog at home and I have him for a couple of months already. He has this nice fur and I really did not want to ruin it with using a bad brand of shampoo. I am using this brand of shampoo from the time I …

I have had dogs my whole life, and have had very many breeds. My favorite has always been Lab’s. After losing our elderly Yellow Lab, we were still left with two great dogs - a Mini-Schnauzer, and a hound mix. We were visiting a friend one day, and their …

Being the owner of two cats that share one litter box, I have to make sure I have the best quality litter. I don’t have a basement to put the litter box in and thus it must smell ok since it is out in the open. I …

Our Brittany spaniel used to run away at home and run off while hunting. It is easy to use and has such an affect on the dog that you don’t have to use it often. The thing isn’t cheap at $160, but if you think anything 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 …

The VCA Veterinary Hospital in Berlin, MD provides by far the best veterinary service of any animal hospital that I have been to. This particular VCA is located about 5 miles outside of the popular summer resort, Ocean City, MD on Old Berlin Road.
I have a boxer puppy …

Some people love pure bred dogs, but I prefer mutts! A labrador mix can be a great choice for a family with young kids, and mixed breeds typically have fewer health problems overall. This is important to me because my family includes a small child, and not …

Those of you who own a malteze, shitzu or laso apso know how common having kidney stones or crystals in their urine occurs. It is a known heriditary factor in these breeds. Struvite stones can easily be dissolved. However many doctors know that oxalate ones must be …

I have heard alot of people say that Chihuahuas are not the best pets. They say they are high strung, bark too much, and have training issues. I have to disagree. I think that just like any dog, Chihuahuas have unique personalities and can warm, loving, and relaxed.
We …

I will now submit my review of the St. Bernard dog. This review might be somewhat partial, as I own a beautiful St. Bernard dog of my own named Jeff. Jeff is a good boy, but like other St. Bernard dogs, he has his moments. First …

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 …

Shopping for pet food that my dog will surely love is not as simple as others may think. As a single young professional living in a condominium unit with no one else but a huge playful Labrador , a bad pet food can be enough cause for mayhem. …

This hospital has been an absolute life saver for my pets. I had first went hear when I had moved and brought a new pet, I was searching for not just any pet hospital but somewhere that I can trust and that has reliable service. I was searching through …

I am always looking for a way to spoil my cats. With Special Kitty cat treats I can do just that.
I bought this 7 ounce bag of cat treats at Wal-mart for less than $1.50. They are moist cat treats, which is the main reason I bought …

If you are a bird lover, Wild Birds Unlimited is your paradise! They have so many kinds of bird feeders. It’s an amazing birdlover’s place to explore and learn all about what your backyard birds want for dinner! The people who own the franchises are very knowledgable about birds. …

I have been a pet lover since then. Maybe because my family since then were also pet lover. And our favorite pet is dog. Because as what we know, dog is known as man’s best friend. They will protect their territory and their owner. I really wanted to buy …

After adopting 3 rats one female (known as (does) and 2 Males (known as bucks) from a friend who could no longer care for them. I am now the proud owner of the cute critters.
The misconception that people have about rats could not be further from the truth. They …

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 …