Everyone believes that gerbils are a great pet for children as well as a great substitute for parents who want their dogs to have the experience and responsibility of owning a pet without the hassle and expense of owning a dog or a cat. While this is true, I …

Petmate made this “watering system” which is just a bowl and a 10 litre water jug that constantly keeps the bowl filled for your pet.
We thought this would be so convenient for keeping our dog’s water full all day when we were not around, which it was.
The water is …

As a child I didn’t own but one pet that I alone was responsible for.
Her name was Sugar and she had a very short life.Sugar was the most beautiful little puppy in the world.One day she ran in the street and was killed on the spot.I said never again …

Being a cat foster caregiver for a non-profit pet rescue organization, I run into the three major feline behavior problems: scratching, fur-flying fights and spraying of urine outside of the litter box. While researching the internet for a solution to each, I came across a product called …

Pawmark.com is an online store that sells pet products, mostly for dogs and also some for cats. The items are categorized, and when you click on the category name it expands to offer specific products. There are not too many items in each, so you do not feel overwhelmed. …

The Feed Bag is a local Seattle owned and operated “pet provisions” shop located off of Pike on Capitol Hill. It’s a small shop, but loaded with goods from top to bottom. Because it is locally owned and operated, the staff are few and friendly to the …

I got two puppies around Christmas, and now that they’re about four months old I thought it was time they started wearing their collars. I love my little fur babies so I want the security of knowing that in case they happen to wonder off and get lost that …

My pet puppy is warm and good-natured on the whole, except when he is exceptionally hungry. I ran out of dog food unexpectedly one day, so I ran to the nearest store and nabbed the first bag I got my hands on. He was at an age when he …

We have two cats, so because this system is marketed as a system for multiple cats, we decided to splurge and buy it despite the cost. On the very first day we were disappointed as when one opens the system, it says to have at least one box …

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 …

For almost a year now, I’ve been caring for this one adorable mini-dachshund called “Tokwa”. Apparently, these dogs are probably the most adorable and sweetest pet that you can get. I know that because my family had never missed having a dog for a pet. We’ve had mongrels from …

Chinese Crested Dogs
These funny looking, hairless dogs are the only breed that is hypo-allergenic. When I started looking for a small dog, everyone told me that Yorkies, Poodles, Bishon Frizes, Wheaton terriers, and Cotton de. Trulls, were all good for people with allergies.
I spent a long time …

I raise and show dogs and do rescue and also own cats and a PB pig- so have lots of animals. I have been using this product for the last 5 yrs or so. It is the only commercial product I need to use to keep my house …

Hartz 2 in 1 flea shampoo is meant to be both a flea and tick killer and a shampoo. To use you lather as you would with any other shampoo, but you do not rinse it off right away. To kill any pests that might be on …

Recently I placed my first order with Carol Wright Gifts. I did a mail order from their catalog but you can also order on the website. As far as I can tell, the catalog and the website has the same stuff, except the website seems to have more items …

I have taken my dogs to this animal hospital when they have been sick or had emergencies at nights or on the weekends. I have been taking my dogs here for the last 13 years. I have been to First Regional Animal Hospital about 10 times in the last …

I was given a yorkie and she had hair down to the ground. I though she was so cute. The Yorkie Breed is a very noisy type of dog. I was not given the pleasure to raise her from puppy stage but as a older dog …

Old Roy Dog Food (available at Wal-Mart) comes in a variety of flavors and package sizes. It is available for puppies, as well as older dogs and it comes in sizes ranging from about 8 lb bags of dry to 50 lb bags. Old Roy also comes …

I have taken my dog to the Banfield Animal Hospital in Arden, but because they were extremely busy and I was in a hurry, I decided to give the Asheville branch a try. Although they are more convenient to my new home, I feel more comfortable at the Arden …

Conventional flea prevention products can be dangerous, not only for our pets but for us as well. After my golden retriever broke out in a bright red, textured rash and began vomiting within an hour of the vet applying a spot-on flea prevention medication, I have used natural flea …

Many people have this idea that Siberian huskies are part wolf and are aggressive. I would Like to smack those people in the head and hand them a real educational book about huskies. Contrary to what many people believe the Huskies are normal domesticated dogs. In fact all dogs …

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 …

I believe that this is something that anyone that keeps their pets indoors should keep around in case it’s needed. I have a small indoor dog and he’s fully trained but my little friend still does have mishaps sometimes so it’s a good thing to have just in …

The Old Roy Doog food is at a great price but sometimes that comes with a bigger price. The vet’s office. Be very careful of no-name type foods. I know Wal-Mart is a large corporation but their doog food is still a no name. If you cannot buy it …

Over the decades, I’ve fed my dogs all kinds of dry dog food, and I’m a bit amazed that my current dogs, while loving all food, do have a definite preference for Pedigree Small Crunchy Bites Adult Dog Food.
I never purchased any Pedigree product until acquiring my first two …

Purina One Cat Food is a brand of dry cat food manufactured by the Purina Company, which is a company with a long history of manufacturing and marketing pet products, including pet food. I have been feeding my cats Purina One Cat Food for many years and I …

We recently went out and bought a guinea pig for our youngest son. We went to Petsmart after one of our coworkers recommended it. They own three dogs and they said that they only trust Petsmart with their pet supplies. Honestly, I don’t know how “good” a pet store …

Crazy Spinners are great cat toys. The $2.95 pack contains 4 small, plastic pinwheels: red, orange, yellow, and green. They work best on uncarpeted floor. What you do is you either make one spin or just slide it towards your cat. The cat will be instantly interested and, more …

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 …

I have a boxer and put a lot of effort in making sure she became well educated. It is not so difficult as you might think so if you are interested just relax cause you can get there!
First of all it is important to know the breed characteristics. Boxers …

In terms of well-known dog toys, the KONG Classic is right up there with the tennis ball, flying disc (Frisbee) and braided rope toy. Most people, regardless of whether or not they own a dog, know what it is.
The KONG Classic is durable. In our home, most dog …

101 Dalmations, anyone? We all know the movie. Grew up with it, loved it, and those dogs stayed in our hearts for years to come. And, you notice in the movie how mischeivous those dogs were? Yeah, well, that’s not so far from the truth. If you are interested …

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 …

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 am usually very old school when it comes to my pets. I don’t spend $20 a week on a plate of baby-back ribs for myself, so I’m certainly not going to spend $20 a week on a bag of dog food (much to the chagrin of some of …

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 …

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 we adopted our Chihuahuas about a year ago, the previous owners had them trained to go to the bathroom on indoor training pads. I had never heard of such a thing, growing up my parents always took their dogs outside. Anyway, when we got Rosie and Nacho home …

I have been going to this Petco location for about four years now, and have recently adopted a Pit Bull. I took him to get his first professional grooming at this Petco location and the grooming staff was wonderful with him. They made me feel comfortable leaving my dog …

As I write this review, I am pretty disgusted and shocked at the fact that I was rejected as a suitable owner for a rescue dog from these kennels. Although I must say that I do admire anyone who devotes their time to re-homing abused and abandoned dogs …

The moment she looked at us with those big eyes we were hooked, she was so tiny that easily fit in my hand, my husband and I decided to name her Sophie.
James was never a big fan of small dogs for their pitchy bark, but Sophie broke that concept for …

Heartgard Plus Chewables is a heartworm preventative medication for dogs. My dogs and I just love Heartgard Plus Chewables! The dogs love the flavor and just eat them up when it is time to take them, once per month. I love the Heartgard Plus Chewables because this product is …

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 …

Shitzues are a beautiful type of dog. They are good with kids, and other animals, but very protective. I have one and he is very aggressive, he will growl at anyone who comes in the house other than the people who live here, and we have had him …

If ever you mention even considering buying a weimaraner your most likely to get one of two reactions. The first being confusion. “You want to get a what? A Whiney-Arm-Ah?” Not everyone knows what they are after all. The second, from those who have owned, or know a Weimaraner …

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 …

This is a very unique item for pet mice. It’s part house and part toy. I admit I was a bit skeptical when I bought it, as I have had terrible luck with wooden rodent toys. But to my utter surprise, the mice actually love this item! I have …

I tried these three chicken entrees on my two cats. I bought the variety box, which came with twelve plastic pouches of food. The varieties include: Chicken, Chicken & Beef plus Chicken & Duck. Out of the three flavors, my cats preferred the Chicken & Duck one with the …

Many people like to look for a unique pet rather than the same old boring cat, dog, rabbit, hamster etc … a ferret is usually one of the more unique pet ideas.
I used to think I wanted one, and that it would be so cool to have a …

In its attractive, orange lidded 1 oz container, the Wardley Essentials brand goldfish food caught my eye at the local Wal-mart. Now, not many people care too much about the 28 cent investment they make in a “feeder fish” goldfish from Wal-mart stores, but whether they are caring …