I was looking for something to contain my puppy while driving around in my truck so I decided to purchase this pet barrier and it works perfectly. It’s designed in a way which allows the pet to stay in the back of the cargo area without coming towards …

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 …

River City Pet Shop at 211 W. Madison St., Ottawa, Illinois is a nice little place that always has the cutest puppies. The puppies are displayed in cages, and there is a special fenced area where you can take a better look at the particular puppy you are interested …

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 …

I did really enjoy taking care of mini pincher as a pet dog.This breed of dog is smart, very playful and extra sweet. It is indeed a great fun to have a mini pincher in your house. But in taking care of mini pincher, you have to invest a …

My cat needed to be placed on a special diet after being diagnosed with diabetes several years ago. The vet suggested I purchase expensive prescription food that would only be supplied by him, and since I didn’t like him and wanted to switch to another vet, I certainly did …

I am the happy mom to several fuzzy fur babies! 10 cats in total! Four outside, six inside!
I am always looking for deals on cat stuff, cat food, and litter. I primarily give my cats dry food, it’s cheaper and I don’t have to worry about it drying out …

I have had at least one basset hound at a time in my family now for 43 years and highly suggest this dog as a pet for families that have children in the home. There are pros and cons to having this breed of dog in …

My sister purchased a good amount of things from a garage sale for a small animal, and one of those things was Vitakraft’s mini-pop, which she gave me for my mouse. It is a bag of three cobs of multi-colored corn that are about 4 inches in length. …

I’ve been taking my greyhounds and cats to Landisville Animal Hospital for 3 years now. In all instances, I have been very happy with the care they’ve received and the way I am treated as well.
During one particularly tough time, my favorite greyhound of all began to lose mobility …

A friend of mine whom I met upon moving to Michigan nine years ago, was a breeder of Basenjis, which are African hunting dogs. I wasn’t sure, at the time, that I was willing and ready to care for a pet, especially a pet that, according to her, was …

Do you own a pampered pooch? Or maybe you are owned by a doggie diva? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then please allow me to take this opportunity to introduce you to Bark Avenue. Located in a shopping center on McGregor Boulevard …

I have a dog for about 4 years … 4years of cuddling and kissing ..
Kisses for a dog means to lick you in the face, perhaps at the time of your return home, or simply after giving him some food.
For my part I try not to let him miss anything …

Dalmatians are a wonderful breed of dog, but widely misunderstood. They are now classified as companion animals, and their striking, elegant appearance may give the impression that they are mainly good for their looks. The cute, playful qualities shown in the popular story “101 Dalmatians,” weren’t a lie, but …

I love the idea that our critters get their own Christmas stocking for Christmas! Our beagle is getting more balls to roll around, as he loves to do, and he is getting Doggie Breath Mints from Bed, Bath, and Beyond! (Actually, even I don’t get breath mints from THAT …

Back with my very first dog, there was just one Purina dry dog food product. Now, of course, there are many, including Purina Healthy Morsels - Lamb and Rice. I’ve purchased this product a couple of times to see how my dogs would like.
Over the past …

This is a brush that’s used while giving a dog a bath. This brush is used instead of the hands or rags to work the shampoo deeply into the fur and give a dog a good, thorough cleaning. Compared with using old rags or hands, the brush seems to …

Recently my boyfriend and I adopted a kitten. It has been a lot of fun learning to accommodate the little critter, however one thing that has not been all that fun is dealing with his kitty litter. We try to be fairly environmentally conscious and therefore did not want …

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 …

Where to start? The pros about MY experience.
Pros:
- I got my male dog fixed today at their place. With the surgery plus pain meds and antibiotics and the cone it came out to $86.
-Location is easy to find, right on the main road and so is the driveway so …

As a Labrador Retriever breeder and a foster Mom to many rescue dogs, I know all too well the pitfalls of the most popular dog foods sold today. I have personally tried many different brands of dog and puppy food trying to find the best food offered on …

Recently I tried four different flavors of Merrick canned cat food on my two cats: California Roll, Southern Delight, Grammy’s Pot Pie and Turducken. The only one they seemed to like a little bit was the Turducken. The others they outright refused and showed zero interest in eating.
The …

For my two dogs, there is nothing better than Purina Dog Chow. I have two big dogs, a Saint Bernard and a Newfoundland. When they were puppies, I gave them Purina Puppy Chow, and they did very well on it so it was natural that I continue …

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 …

Attention prospective parrot owners I want to tell you a little story. I decided to join of ranks of being a parrot owner several years ago. I went and bought a beautiful white male Moluccan Cockatoo.He was the most beautiful cuddly …

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 …

What do you do when you have a dog who barks and barks and barks and barks, not at people, but at the endless slew of squirrels that taunt her from trees and fence posts? That’s been my dilemma for a while. If I’m outside with her, …

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 …

Beneful Playful Life dog food, is available in most grocery stores. While its not a cheap as the bargain brands, its also not as expensive as Purina or Iams. Personally, I love Beneful Playful Life. I switched to it from Ol’Roy and the difference was amazing.
First, I love …

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 …

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 …

I am a pet lover, and we have four dogs. I believe in spoiling dogs because they can’t defend themselves or take care of themselves the way that we can. They also bring such joy to our home, that I think they deserve to be spoiled. I get …

My cousin recently bought a 50 gallon aquarium for our pad. She was planning on taking care of goldfish, but I told her that goldfish are hard to keep because the water becomes dirty pretty fast. So she decided on getting a silver arowana instead, for goodluck. According to …

Do you like dog? What kind of dog that you have in your house? Few years ago, I used to have five Pomeranian dogs in my house. First I only have one female Pomeranian, but then I decided to buy another male Pomeranian and I though I could breed …

If you have pets you know the drama that cutting their nails brings to your peaceful home. I own the nail clippers that look like scissors and I own the ones that look like a human nail clipper. My dog and cat are both terrified of both …

One of the treats I like to get for my two, medium-sized dogs is Priority All Natural Retriever Rolls. It’s normally available as a two-pack, each roll being ten-inches long.
My dogs really love their Priority All Natural Retriever Rolls. Even though I give them each their own, …

My cats have all previously been eating a certain kind of cheap cat food and on account of how much I’ve seen them throw up and have stomach and weight problems I decided to do some research to see what I could do to improve the health of my …

I recently inherited a lost kitten after Hurricane Ike. He is about 11 months and because he lived outside for so long, he still wants to get out now and then. I did not want to get his claws removed and instead thought I would try the claw …

When I saw this Cat Crib Hammock Lounger from The Grommet, I thought it was perfect, not for my cat, but for my little dog who loves to sleep under a certain chair in the living room whenever I’m in there; I immediately thought of her and how this …

We use this carrier for the rare occasions that we need to take our cat somewhere in the car. Usually it’s to the vet, and even though the vet’s office is right down the road from our house, our cat hates to ride in the car, and freaks …

German Shepherds were originally bred for herding animals in Germany. But people noticed other good qualities they could use. German shepherd dogs are great for protection and obedience. Though if people bred irresponsibly these dogs can wear down very fast. I’ve noticed their bodies mature faster then other dogs …

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 …

I purchased the FURminator at Pet Smart. I have a twenty pound cat who does a lot of shedding. The Furminator is advertised as a pet comb (or brush) that helps to remove shedding fur. in the advertisements for the brush they show a cat or dog next …

I own a rat terrier that spends most of her time inside the home; however, when the days are humid I allow her to stay outside to enjoy the sun and warm temperatures. Unfortunately, during these warmer months is when my dog attracts the most fleas and other tiny …

Not many people know about schipperkes (pronounced :skipper-key) , especially since they are not quite as common as a chihuahua or pomeranian. Me and my fiance own one and it just so happens that this was the first schipperke we have ever owned. Schipperkes are solid black, cobby and …

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 …

There are quite a few aquarium tanks on the market that are aimed at the beginning or space-strapped aquarium hobbyist. However, most of these tend to be $50 and upwards in price, and the slightly cheaper alternatives tend to be of a much inferior quality. The Aquaview 360 three …

My three cats are indoor cats, and as result they tend to get hairballs. Usually we buy them a ‘dust free’ dry cat food which, fortified with vitamins cuts down on the need for hairball medication. The other day my big black cat was growling and growling and finally …

I am forunate enough to have six wonderful cats as part of my family and keeping them happy is a top priority. I want a litter that can stand up to six cats using it several times a day, and one that clumps when the litter gets wet. …

When it comes to choosing a good vet, it can be difficult, and I can be very picky. I have had horses, exotic birds, ferrets, rabbits, dogs, cats, guinea pigs and more. I have worked in the pet industry for over 17 years. Because of this …