When we lost our beloved 15 year old umbrella cockatoo, Poppy, I was brokenhearted — and at the same time relieved. This is a bird with the potential to live for 80 to 100 years, and I had been 40 years old when we adopted her. Always in the …

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 …

The Philippine’s National Bird is the Philippine Eagle, which is already on the endangered species list. There only about 1,000 eagles left in the wild and the government of Davao is taking extreme measures to conserve this magnificent bird. The Philippine Eagle Center used to be primarily a breeding …

This evening I finished reading “A Game of Spies” written by John Altman. I was not quite sure what to expect of this novel. I had never read anything by this author before.
This was a spy novel, set in the time of the second world war. I …

If you live in Cape Coral with your pampered pooch, then you should visit the Cape Dog Bakery. If you are a dog lover, the Cape Dog Bakery sells just about everything that you would want or need for your pet and maybe some items that you need, …

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 got to thinking the other day of the one thing I have received the most compliments on in my life. I have a few talents…I like to play music, I play many sports, and I have a very rewarding career. People I come in contact with …

Just recently, I was able to allow one of my dogs to enjoy a new treat called Better Than Ears, which the company says is ‘the pig ear alternative’. Frankly, I’ve never ever fed any of my dogs pigs ears. I couldn’t do that. It just …

In the time I’ve acquired both the Kong Stuff-A-Ball and the Kong Classic, I’ve done a lot of research on what people put in their Kongs to keep their dogs satisfied. There are actually a ton of different recipes out there. After playing around with my dogs’ …

My English Bulldog had a fondness for chewing on everything including herself. Every time my husband and I left her at the house with no one around , then when we come home we would discover that she had chewed on something that she wasn’t suppose to. I figured …

There are many choices of pet food, sometimes too many to choose from! I prefer to stay as natural as possible with my animals. Naturals Plus Vitamins & Minerals Cat Chow is a delightful alternative. Purina has developed a product that includes not only chicken meal as its first …

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 …

My family has two pugs and I figured I would review them in case anyone was considering buying one (or two).
We really love our pugs! They are great dogs for families because they have a great temperment and are not very large, but at the same …

Border collies are wonderful and intelligent animals. I have had my dog for around 5 years now. She’s very smart and my partner in crime. I would highly recommend this animal for people with a lot of room and energy, but not for those in apartments.
Border collies are …

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, …

Last night I purchased Sergeant’s Nature’s Guardian Flea and Tick Squeeze On…. which I thought would be a better alternative to Front line, Revolution ( insecticides on my cats? I dont think soooo).
The smell was strong ( like cloves), and I applied it exactly how it was stated, first …

I had a pet problem. My cat wouldn’t drink out of his water dish. And since he never drank out of it, the water would start to get stagnant and gross, meaning that he certainly wasn’t going to drink out of it, then. But he did …

I have wanted a Jack Russell Terrier since I was a small child, so when I saw one for sale at a pet shop in Massapequa, NY, it was a done deal. I would have preferred to adopt a pet from an animal shelter, but I was unable to find …

If you are looking for a cute and friendly pet, then you should consider buying the Red Eared Slider turtle, which are commonly referred to in short form as RES. Be warned though, that caring for them is extremely troublesome, as they will fall sick easily in even a …

When buying a dog, it can be a very important decision if you have a family or small children. You want a dog that is non aggressive, playful and obedient. When in search for a dog with these characteristics; look no further than the Golden Retriever.
I have owned quite …

Dog toys are very important I think to the health benefits and happy life style of our pets. I take great joy in searching for dog toys for my dogs and look for products that are reliable, durable, and will entertain my dogs for quite a long time. Which …

While at my salon to get my hair cut, I noticed that they had started to carry the Paul Mitchell products for pets. I have an older cat that had issues with rotting teeth. Eventually they started to cause her pain and discomfort, and they even eventually started to …

This review is for every dog owner who has a difficult time brushing their dog’s teeth. If you are like me, you have tried all those gross chicken or lamb flavored toothpastes out there on the market, and you still feel like your dog’s teeth are not getting …

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 cat injured his paw some how while playing outside. The injury was a small gash on his paw that was sensitive to touch, bleeding and hard to clean. However, my boyfriend ran out to the local pet shop and picked up some of the Vetericyn Wound and Skin …

Mohawk Hudson River Humane Society has been serving commuinites since 1887, and they offer a variety of services. The Humane Society is home for all the homeless animals. Over the years I have gotten pets from them. The animals are usually healthy. If the animal is sick they …

I have had cats since I was a teenager. Now that I am grown and have my own family, I have continued owning cats. I have 2 cats. One cat, Grasshopper, is around 16 years old. My other cat, Tinkerbell, is about two and half …

The time I found out about Artic Paws Yummy Chummies Dog Treats was about four years ago, when my parents brought two big bags back from Alaska that they had purchased while there on a fishing trip. The owners of the fishing lodge couldn’t sing the praises high enough …

I was shopping for a good multi-cat cat litter when I saw Tidy Cats Scoop Small Spaces, formulated to be used in apartments or tight spots like a bathroom. It was also recommended for multiple cats, so I decided to give it a try. This cat litter comes in …

My dogs and foxes are my family. My italian greyhound Bella, golden retriever mix Teddy, english bulldog Puba, and foxes Misty, Rusty, and Shawnee have always used Purina Dog Chow. I know it’s not the best dog food on the market due to its low quality ingredients, so at …

I got my orange tabby from the Marin Humane Society, located in Novato, CA. The shelter was very clean and the frontdesk staff were friendly and informative. They told me I can look at the animal first then fill out the paperwork when I was ready to adopt. Dogs …

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 …

Innova is a line of premium dog food made by Naturapet. I breed Welsh Corgis, so I have a house full of dogs of all ages to try foods out on. The first question, of course, is will they eat it, which in Corgis is seldom a …

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 …

With the recent scare regarding pet foods I would like to recommend Diamond Brand Dog Food. Not only does this pet food company manufacture high quality dog food for trainers and breeders they also produce Kirkland’s (Costco) label dog food. I started out feeding my dog Kirkland’s Lamb & …

My husband and I have been buying the Iams Dog Fod brand for a couple of years now. We have six dogs, yes, six! And we have always been pleased with Iams. Just recently I saw a new addition to the Iams family of dog and cat food,Healthy …

I’ve been both a dog and cat lover all my life, and when the idea of owning a dog still seemed a little daunting to my husband and I who had small kids at home, at the time, we decided perhaps, when a stray adorable cat showed up at …

I strongly oppose the idea of declawing a cat. The procedure is very intrusive and painful, the recovery is long, and if things go bad it will have a permanent damaging effect on the cat. I once saw a picture of a cat who was a victim of botched …

With the designer dog craze of the past few years, one designer mix has come to be quite popular: the pug beagle mix known as a “Puggle.”
We got our puggle a year and a half ago when he was six weeks old. He was SO adorable as a …

I recently bought a Flexi Freedom Retractable Leash after doing some research on Retractable Leashes. Flexi Freedom seems to be a front runner in the market and I wanted to see why. A few things jumped out at me while reading up on the product that rose above the …

Would you drink a glass of water that has been sitting out on your counter for a few days? No, of course not. It would be bland, tasteless, and not very fresh. Now think about the water that your pets are drinking. I am here to tell you that …

It is rainy in our area……..a LOT! When we are home, our beagle, named Beagle Bailey stays in the house with us. When we are at work, he usually is left outside, in a dry, safe area. My husband decided that although the area was dry, it must be …

I have a 4 year old Beagle Mix dog named Rachel. A few years back a friend of mine gave me a book called “Food Dogs Die For”, which actually was a review of the pet food industry. After reading the book I began making my own …

One of the hardest things in the world is dealing with excess pet hair. This is especially true with cats. My family and I are not allergic cat dander. However, with the five cats we have, especially the two that are long haired, the dander gets everywhere.
I have …

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 …

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 had my cat Twoie taken into this vet by neighbor lady when she volunteered to take him in and get him fixed. When he was tested for feline leukemia, the results were positive. The girl I spoke to was very sympathetic, and even had the doctor …

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 …

Owning a family pet is one of life’s many blessings. You grow to love your pet and to think of them as members of the family. I have owned several pets over the years, and one of the most important parts of being a pet owner is …

When I saw the ad for Pedi Paws on the web I was excited. My dog hates people touching his paws and so we have great trouble clipping his nails. When I saw Pedi paws I was hopeful it would work.
So I ordered it and eagerly tried …