The Mongolian gerbil (meriones unguiculatus) was discovered in the early 1950s and by 1954 had been introduced to the US to be used in laboratory research. Because they proved easy to maintain,interesting to observe,easy to handle,and cute in appearance,captive-bred gerbils had found their way out of the laboratory and …

I inherited this cat as a stray when I moved into my townhouse and decided to adopt it since it kept coming back to scurry around for food, after I had given it some once.
I decided to keep it and name it Nemo, and it surprisingly responds to that …

Growing up in a home with dogs and now having a dog of mine, I can say that I’m able to understand the sentiments of dogs’ owner. For years of having dogs, the most troublesome part is when they are sick and scratching.
My dogs are my babies so …

There are some consumers that shop specialty stores for all of their pet supply needs, but I’m definitely not one of them. I normally purchase my dog food from the grocery store or some other giant retailer and I couldn’t care less what kind it is. I’ve …

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. …

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 …

When I first saw a commercial for a tool called FURminator De-Shedding Tool, I thought it looked like a good idea. Our family has a cat, who I love dearly, but what I don;t like is the fact that he sheds all over the house. The shedding …

I am an aquarium hobbyist with over seven fish tanks in my home. One of the crucial elements of having healthy fish is a good filter. I had heard that Aqua Clear was a good line of filters. The number of the filter is supposed to correspond …

Our pet dog is a mini, toy fox terrier, who weighs about two pounds. We have to search for things that will be good for him to chew on, AND will fit into his little mouth! Purina’s Busy Bone Dental is perfect for my little dog, and he really …

Our cat gave birth so my mom was so extra careful in giving her food to eat to regain her strength. Also we don’t seem to have a problem giving her the usual food that they regularly eat which is dry cat’s food, but my mom still insist me …

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 …

How would you like to hatch your own pet fish from a tea bag? No kidding, you really can do it. Through high tech biological science, fish embryos contained within a special bag are ready to be hatched and their entire process closely observed.
I bought this science kit at …

Do you have a doggie diva in your family who desparately desires a dazzling new outfit? Do you have a pampered pooch who loves to look pretty and perfect? Do you know a finicky feline who is an indoor only cat, but would love a safe stroll …

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 …

Our cats love these treats! They are made from real meat and natural ingredients. They contain no grains. They come in small sizes for cats and small dogs, as well as larger sizes for larger dogs. They come in various flavors including beef and venison. …

I saw my Jack Russell Terrier in the window of a mall pet store while Christmas shopping and fell in love with him. When I returned to the same mall three months later he was still there, stuck in the same cage just begging to be brought home. I …

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 …

My dog tends to eat alot of snacks. He sometimes likes biscuits, but another inexpensive treat to give him are those made by Del Monte. I have had many of the Canine Carry Out snacks, but I think my dog’s favorites are the Canine Carryout Bac N Bites. He …

I have been using Pets Pride Cat Litter as my main litter source for 10 years now and although I cannot makes all kinds of fabulous over the top claims about it, it does get the job done. At 5.99 for a large …

When my Balinese grew sick with diarrhea, I tried different canned foods on him and this was the one he liked the best. It’s all natural and very healthy, one of the best canned cat foods on the market. Best of all, both of my cats literally love this …

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 …

Fancy Feast may not be anywhere near high quality cat food, but it got my cat to eat and gain weight when no other cat food interested him. To me, that is worth a lot. Back in April of 2010 my older cat grew tired of his regular food. …

I purchased the Sergeant’s Squeeze on Flea Medicine for my dog, who weighs over 100 pounds. I put the medicine on as directed on the back of the box. Almost immediately after putting it on my dog, he started running around the house freaking out like he …

My Labrador/Border Collie mix is a young, healthy dog with no known health issues, except one: persistent ear infections. The problem is largely cleared up now, though for a few months last year the whole family was in turmoil over this poor dog and his painful, smelly ears. Part …

My younger cat has very long fur. Though he did not shed very much when I first got him as a kitten, he did spend a lot of time grooming himself and developed hairballs at only 6 months of age. I’d had luck previously with hairball gel with malt …

I love Water’s Edge Veterinary Hospital. The vet there is very friendly and explains everything. I had a cat that was being boarded for a while between apartments, when I dropped her off at the boarding facility she weighed over 10 pounds, when I picked her up she was …

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 …

I recently purchased 6 neon tetras from a very reputable local store to add to my community tank. I had already checked to make sure they were compatible with my other fish. Researching the species I had read that despite their popularity (they are often described as a good …

At $140, I was expecting a great product that lived up to its claims when I purchased this from a major pet product retailer early in 2008.
The Scoop Free box, which is plugged into an electrical outlet, uses of a large square carboard tray you fill with crystal …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 refuse to buy Dollar General’s brand of cat food. I have 6 cats that are indoors, plus I feed 3 stray cats daily. It is expensive feeding 9 cats, all who love to eat and eat.
I bought Dollar General’s brand of cat food to save me …

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 …

One of the most difficult things about having a cat is contending with the litter box. It is of course, no fun to scoop up cat poo. In addition to that, it is difficult to find good litter that is affordable. Soft Paw Cat Litter was …

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 …

The Petkin Kitty Ear Wipes claim to remove dirt, odor and wax from your cat’s ears. It also professes to soothe itching. It comes in a package of 40 wipes for about $5.00 CDN, which is extremely economical, especially because under most instances, cat ears need not be cleaned …

I recently found out that Petco stores are now offering self-service dog washes at participating stores. There are very few of these in my area, so I decided to load my dog, shampoo and brushes into the car and head over to the nearest Petco to try it out. …

This is the best cat litter! I have noticed that it is usually more expensive than the other brands, but it is worth it. I have owned at least one cat for the past 20 years, and this is the only litter I’ve ever used that keeps …

When we got our dog from the shelter she was really young and was not jet toilet trained so this choir was drooped to us. I was told that a good method is using newspaper but since we are not subscribed to any we were searching for alternatives.
In …

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 …

My young son badly wanted a real fish tank for his birthday. We’ve had goldfish in a bowl that didn’t last too long, and even some fake fish that moved up and down and all around in a small tank full of bubbles (this was actually pretty cool until …

The “KatKit” is a convenient cat litter box solution that involves purchasing a low-cost litter box, complete with litter, which you throw away when soiled.
The positives are that the “KatKit” allows you to never have to deal with the task of changing out the cat litter in your cat’s …

We have 8 dogs and I hate to say how many cats. I like to think that I keep up after them pretty well, but when my mother visited, she didn’t hesitate to tell me that I was kidding myself. She said it was like sleeping in …

“TetraCichlid: Cichlid Sticks” are a wonderful product. It seems to be a really good type of food as the fish go crazy over it and prefer it over pellets, sinking food, or dried bloodworms. I am always excited to feed the fish, which are a type of …

I began using Hartz InControl for about 9 months now and I absolutely love it. I was using Frontline Plus on my 4 year old, 5 pound Chihuahua until I lost my job and decided to go with something much cheaper.
I purchased Hartz InControl Flea & …

This was the dog food used for our first pup and when she was a baby this was her first food that was really nutritious for her. This Small Bites package lasted for a week (the smallest bag) and it was quite expensive for us, the expense was around …

If you have cats, you need to get them a cat perch. My cats love the one we have in our bedroom. They sit and relax while looking outside at the birds and squirrels.
I always feel bad about not letting my cats outside. But there are …

If you are thinking about getting a Pug as a pet, I would like to let you know my personal experience. We got our Pug Carl when he was a puppy of 8wks. He was cute and playful as a puppy. It took about a month …