Two months ago, I faced one of my biggest fears as a dog owner - an engorged tick embedded in my dog. Although I have had a fear of ticks for as long as I can remember, this was actually my first time dealing with one and I won’t …

I had a rather upsetting experience with this veterinary clinic and I was really angry about it for years. I feel as though the staff there did not emphasise with me enough for my liking. My dog had reached twelve years old which is about the usual …

I have been the proud owner of a German Shepherd now for over four years and have never regretted my decision to go with this breed. I have several children and have read horror stories of the dangers of poor breeding with this popular dog, so I knew …

Friskies Indoor Delights Cat food is an inexpensive option for dry cat food. It is made by the company Purina, which is a well known company, but is marketed under the Friskies name. Friskies makes wet food in various flavors, and are more known for that, but their dry …

Why doesn’t everybody think crows are hilarious and interesting when they so clearly are? Have you ever decided to have a caw-off with a crow? Why not? They’ll do it as long as you let them unless somebody drops a french fry in their line of …

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 …

Guppies are one of the most popular pet fishes in America. You can find several varieties of these fish in almost any pet store, and they are usually pretty cheap. The fish come in thousands of different colors, and each fish has its own patterns and features. These fish …

I’ve always had dogs. Traditionally, they’ve been given Milk Bone treats. From time to time I’ve tried other things, but I trust Milk Bone, and since I’m very finicky about what I give my dogs, who I consider my children, I rarely stray. However, a few …

The Spinone Italiano also called Italian Griffon is a very large dog with a long head.Its nose has large wide open nostrils and if the dog is white colored it’s nose will be white colored which looks really cute.its fur is really dense and thick which can be …

When it comes to the care of my pets, I take it very seriously. I have worked in enough pet businesses for the last twenty years that I know a true professional who is both compassionate and knows their stuff. When I first moved to Lansing I …

My oldest son wanted fish but I was against it because he had fish back in the day. But he claimed that he knew how to take care of them and that he wanted to really try this time. So we went to Walmart to find the right fish …

I purchased the Yesterday’s News brand cat litter after I had my younger cat declawed. The vet gave me some information recommending using a product like this since regular cat litter can get into the wounds or cause infection. The product is litter made from recycled newspapers in a …

Slender billed cockatoos are a rare species of parrot that not many individuals have heard about or seen in their local pet store. When individuals are looking into buying a bird, usually their main concerns are temperament, lifespan, noise level and how the bird will fit in with their …

Doggies Choice Tick and Flea Bar Soap is a famous brand of soap for dogs here in the Philippines. Its lemon-scented smell keeps my dog fresh and fragrant. It is a mild soap for dogs which is recommendable if you want to maintain the thickness of your dog pet’s …

I have always wondered why these things are called crayfish and not what they really are: freshwater lobsters. I first discovered crayfish when I used to haul my cousin down to the remote streams of Fayette County, PA in search of fish and salamanders. …

I bought this dog bed from the online shop of the Battersea Dogs & Cats Home website (find it by Googling it) and it has been a great success. My 7 month old puppy, Charlie, is lying sprawled out in it as I write and it has become …

A Labradoodle is a cross between a Labrador and a Poodle, and has become a pretty common breed in the past couple of years. Having previously owned a Labrador, I know they can be a bit lazy. They are smart, and they love the water, but they …

One of my cats was diagnosed with diabetes about 3 years ago. While she is doing well for the most part now, due to her illness and her age, she still has accidents several times a week. The accidents leave behind stains from vomit, urine and feces. Luckily, most …

I got this collar for my puppy and my cat. They are really a great fashionable piece that looks great on both my puppy and cat. I love how they are in matching collars and they both look so happy wearing them. I got them at $5 per piece …

My Shih Tzu Jolie has a wonderful temperament but is plagued by tons of allergies. I feel so bad knowing she is uncomfortable due to her ailments. Perhaps that’s why when given the chance I dote on her as much as I do. When ever I …

Oh! What a wonderful breed of dog! I so completely adored my Great Pyranees, Bailey, until his death in 2000.
The Great Pyranees is from the herding group. Bailey’s biggest job was to herd the kids around the yard since we didn’t have any livestock at the time.
The Pyranees ccame …

Petzorb offers an easy and effective method to clean up water-based spills, as well as pet accidents. Petzorb is a powder-like substance that you just sprinkle over the spill and wait. The crystals will absorb the liquid and solidify; then you just scoop it up and throw it away, …

We’d had our cat for approximately 3 months before we decided to let him outside. He’d engineered his escape from the house a couple of times already so we thought it was best to bite the bullet and let him run free. Of course the first thing we considered …

My family has had a female black lab now for 8 years and she is a great family pet. When we got her, the owner planned to put her with her other puppy siblings into a bag and drown her in a stream. We got them …

A few months ago, my wife and I started worrying about a dog of ours. She was old and fat — about 11-years-old and a solid 20 pounds overweight (that’s not good for a Labrador/dachshund mix). The old girl just kind of lounged around the house and had gotten …

An invisible fence around your yard for your dogs to roam free in may seem like a good idea. It keeps the owners from having to worry about walking them, and allows them to be occupied by the outdoors and not chew the furniture. However, it really seems as …

My dog gets really dry flaky skin with scabs. It itches her like crazy and when you remove the scabbiness she gets really red irritated skin. It almost looks like really bad blisters. I started using the shampoo version of this with good results but knew …

I have lived with cats for most of my life. and there is nothing like it in the world. Dogs are eager to please and quicker to go along with certain things. Cats are more independent-minded, but I don’t see anything wrong with that. I believe they are just …

I have two very cute and totally pampered kitty cats who I adore and find enormous pleasure in and who I believe are happy to be my furry masters. And because I care about them, I don’t let them outside, well except to the back balcony where my little girl …

I have a gorgeous 5 month old puppy who has been suffering with sloppy stools for a few weeks now, but apart from that, he is always in wonderful health. Anyway, I was concerned about his loose bowel movements and I thought I would upgrade to a more …

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 …

Smart Scoop self-cleaning litter box is great for any pet owner who has multiple cats, busy schedule, or dog that likes to go pick through the litter box. I admit I was a bit hesitant to make the purchase but since the regular litter box was turning into …

I have pretty much gone through every flea and tick medicine for dogs out there, and whenever I am in very highly flea-infested areas, I always choose K9 Advantage.
I should start by letting people know that K9 Advantage, unlike K9 Advantix does NOT protect from ticks or mosquitoes. I …

I bought Doggie’s Choice Anti-Mange Soap to treat the skin problems of two of my dogs. They are from the same litter - brother and sister - and the problem seems to run in their blood since the other dogs had not developed the condition, thankfully. I had used …

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 …

This is my top choice for regular shampoo when bathing my dogs. My jack russell had sensitive skin which got me turned onto oatmeal products, but even after she passed, I still use this shampoo on my other dogs.
If you have a dog with sensitive skin, I absolutely recommend …

Last Friday, we took our beloved cat to her vet. She doesn’t like the idea of taking her to the vet but it was schedule to have her health check-up. She takes her check-up every 6 months. But, she failed to go there the last 6 …

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 …

One of my neighbors has an adult Bullmastiff and this is a huge dog. His shoulders reach the middle of my thighs and he has a very large, solid head. I was actually scared of him when I first saw him, as he was so big. He easily weighs …

If you are the owner of small pedigree dogs like maltese, shitzu, or peekines then you know that usually these little dogs are prone to get numerous urinary tract infections, bladder and kidney stones. My lhaso apso had bladder stones removed once only to find 3 years later …

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 few years ago I moved to an acreage with my family, we decided we needed a dog so we headed over to the local SPCA. It was crazy, most of the dogs there were barking and going crazy. The only calm one was the cutest little husky pup. …

The diamond head dog park is quite nice if you’re looking for a lot of shade. The red dirt can sometimes be a pain in the okole’ though. I almost always have to give my dog a bath after we visit this park, especially after it rains. …

The 44 gallon Perfecto pentagonal aquarium is a perfect aquarium for the hobbyist with a tight corner spot to fill. I’ve had one for several years, and have had it set up as both a freshwater cichlid tank and a saltwater seahorse, fish-only, and invertebrate tank. The …

Parakeets aren’t the mostly wide own pet, but it’s starting to be popular among homes. I bought one from Petsmart and like all pet owners, to have a friend. They are really adoring and very playful. They range in a variety of colors. The one I have is blue …

This is basically a conditioner for dogs. It does great things for dog’s of all sizes and shapes. Whether you have a long haired poodle or a short haired chihuahua , this detangling rinse will make your pup’s coats look healthier and shinier. It is not that expensive. It …

Revolution was introduced back in the late 1990’s as the new heartworm, flea and tick all in one product for dogs. My office has been dispensing the product for 6+ years and I have a pretty good grasp of its abilities.
First, if you live in a high heartworm …

The Omega Paw Tricky Treats Ball toy is an interactive toy for dogs. This toy is designed to be filled with dog treats or food. It is very easy for a human to fill. The ball has many dimples on it and one hole. You …

The Petsmart in the Rockaway Town Square Mall is massive. It has a huge selection of animals and pet care products. There are products for every type of pet: dog, cat, bird, reptile, etc. Since I am an aquarium hobbyist, I pay special attention to the fish section. …

Male Bettas are one of my favorite fish out there, as it is with many fish owners. They are available almost everywhere fish are sold, and they don’t require much of anything. I purchased two small one gallon tanks off of walmart.com and after adding gravel and water and …