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 …

I got Harry when he was only a few weeks old. He fit in the palm of my hand and had a very loving personality that was expressed by chirping and whistling. He also expresses thanks for his food by singing in his secret guinea pig language. Harry does …

This is a rarer breed of domesticated rat. I highly recommend this breed, if you’re looking for a caged “pocket pet”. I have four of them.
These are very smart, and highly affectionate rats. Mind love to hang out on my shoulder, and sniff about. They …

The miniature schnauzer is a great pet for individuals or families. According the the American Kennel Club, the miniature schnauzer is one breed of dog that is hypoallergenic, meaning that even people who are allergic to dogs can be around miniature schnauzers without any problems. At a full size …

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’ve never been a big fan of Pet Smart. I’ve almost always had pets in my house, but for some reason I never ventured into the store very often. When they built one in Huber Heights near my house, I stopped by to visit once and took my dog. …

PetsMart is a wonderful chain pet superstore that is located all over the United States. I am reviewing the location on Brodie Lane, as that is the PetsMart store that we not only frequent most often, but also have received wonderful, quality service. What I really like about this …

I started my Bearded Collie in K9 Showstopper by Animal Naturals about a year ago. At first I was ordering it from the Animal Naturals website, but later I discovered that Petco carries it at a competitive price. The supplement is a powder that you sprinkle on their food, …

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 …

I have several pets. It is important for me to make sure we take as good of care of them as possible. One way we do that is by giving my dogs heartworm medication monthly. I am never thrilled with how much the medicine costs but, …

I used this “all natural” flea killer on my kitten and on my older cat. I should have known better. I’d been warned that all flea killers really only poison your pet and all you should really use is a flea comb, but I thought since this was all …

Mals, as most call them are of medium sized breed and classified as an herding dog group. These dogs had an exemplary working skills, agile and adapt to every conditions that is why military and police almost everywhere deploy them and are much favoured than their counterparts the legendary …

My parents have cats. I occasionally cat sit, and when I do, of course I have to feed them. The food they eat is Wellness Super5mix Turkey formula. This seems to keep them healthy and they certainly like it - they will even come when you call them if …

Adams brand is a fairly well-known company in the flea control market, especially when it comes to treatments for pets like collars, drops, and baths. With a sudden spike in the number of fleas in our area, I felt it was about time that I invested in a …

Ol’ Roy, ageneriec dog food made exclusively for Wal-Mart stores, hold the highest sales currently on the market today. Primarily the price and availability are clue factors in this decision making. As far as actual nutrition for your dog, well you can read the ingrediaents for yourself and compare …

While shopping for cat food for my diabetic cat I noticed that Fancy Feast had a new line of morning themed canned cat food. The food is the wet variety and contains some sort of egg product along with poultry or seafood protein and veggies. They come in both …

My dogs give eight paws up for Dentley’s Chewrite traditional rawhide bones. They love these long-lasting bones, and I’ve been giving the bones to the dogs for the last year or so.
The one I love to get is the huge, 24″ inch bone. It’s actually too big …

Papillon means butterfly in French. Papillons get their name due to their large butterfly-like ears. These dogs were not originally bred for a lot of hard work, but are surprisingly athletic. They make great family pets are are great for a few laughs.
I have owned a papillon for …

Goldfish are a fish that I have taken care of worked with for many years. They are a very interesting and prevalent fish. They are everywhere. I first started taking care of goldfish in 1979. I have found them to be very interesting.
I started taking …

This is an herbal flea collar and one that I would recommend since it is natural and really works. At least it did for me. Although it has a red color it is full or aromatic oils. Pennyroyal, Eucalyptus, Rosemary, Rue, Citronella, and Cedarwood oils.
You put …

I have grown up with animals all my life. I really don’t remember a time when we didn’t have any. Although I usually consider myself a dog person, I do like cats and have had several through out my life.
However, like dogs, cats do get fleas. They are however …

I am a big fan of chuckit the brand and bought this toy for use as an interactive toy for my dog and I to enjoy together. This is basically like a frisbee made of rubber and fabric that is not round. You throw it …

We were given the pet feeder as a present by a relative who has one for their cat and loves it. Now that I have used it, I can see why. The feeder is completely programable. I can set it to feed once, twice, or three times a …

I’m a dog person, I married a cat person. Even worse I married a cat person who had been bitten by a dog at 6 years old and wanted nothing to do with them. It took 10 years to persuade my partner to let me have a …

I am a proud mommy to a year and one half old miniature dachshund. He is my baby and I try to do what is best for him. Being an inside dog, he really does not attract that many insects although I have seen fleas on him a time …

I love my miniature dachshund, he is my baby and I will do anything for him. This often includes keeping up with his endless supply of treats. His absolute favorite are Beggin’ Strips bacon and cheese flavor.
I first purchased these for my dog in an effort to potty train …

About a year ago, when we got our first dog, my stepson’s girlfriend got us three packs of Bakers Dental Sticks (as a gift for the dog). She happens to be a veterinary nurse, she very good with animals and told us that these were very good for their …

I have two eight month old puppies who have very different personalities and appetite. They started out eating their dog food just fine. Making the change from wet to dry perfectly fine as well. But as they got older and my parents exposed them to human food, they became …

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 …

This is another wooden item that my pet rodents have ignored. It’s supposed to be corn-flavored wooden blocks for them to wear their teeth down on. Of course, they don’t even spare these a glance. I know because when I examine the blocks’ edges I can see they are …

I bought this Port-A-Crate Dog Crate for my 2 year old German Shepherd because I can’t leave her alone in the house when I leave, as she likes to find the trash or pull things off shelves or tables. I can’t leave her outside because the gate is broken. …

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 …

We always had a Pet Supplies Plus back in Ohio, but when I moved to Georgia, there were no locations. I was pretty happy to find one in Asheville when I moved here, but it’s not entirely as great as I remember it. Although I do stop by on …

I bought it 5 years ago when he was still just a small lump, they looked like a young bear cubs, and now has grown a true friend and a watchdog. All Alabai very quiet, but sometimes show their obstinacy, so they need to show who’s boss. For 5 …

Have you ever looked at an animal and suddenly felt like you would explode with emotion because it was so adorable? I know I have. Every time that I look at the fuzzy bundle of fur I call Piper, I get the giggles. Piper is my …

I have wanted a freshwater Aquarium for a while, after keeping fish for a long time a few years ago.
Whenever I visited Petcetera and Petsmart, I always saw Aquarium Starter kits for sale at very reasonable prices. Last year, on my birthday I finally went to Petcetera and …

Our Cocker Spaniel had died recently at the age of 12, and my wife was wanting to get another dog. We drove out to the Ross County Humane society to see what was available. After looking at a few dogs, my wife absolutely fell in love with a female …

I am a HUGE lover of Chocolate Labrador Retrievers. I was raised with the breed and am aware of the hip displaysia problem that is predominate with labs. When I purchased my first Chocolate (my first since leaving home),I was concerned about which dog food was right for the …

My teenage daughters bought me this neat little gadget called the Panasonic Remote Pet Feeding and Viewing Camera Kit for Mother’s Day. They know how much I worry about my cat and love to watch over him.
I have a cat that I simply adore almost as much as I …

Amongst all the dog foods my family and I have tried so far in all our dogs, this takes the cake! This is the best dog food for our babies and adult dogs since it Grain-Free and it has no grains whatever which could cause allergies and skin problems …

The Purina brand has been around a very long time, and it’s definitely trusted. Off and on over the years, I’ve fed my dogs Purina Dog Chow - Adult Formula. While I believe it’s a quality product, my past dogs have never really liked it all that …

When I got my rat terrier nearly fourteen years ago, the breed was virtually unheard of. I found him in a little pet shop near my home on Long Island, NY and fell in love immediately. I had originally wanted a Jack Russell Terrier, but surprisingly all of the …

The SmartyKat Madcap Mouse is a small plush mouse that comes with a tube of catnip. The back of the mouse is sealed with velcro so that it can be easily opened and filled with catnip. I bought this mouse at Walmart the other day, and all five of …

I own two cats, and if anyone else also owns cats, you know that some funky smells can start to emanate from the cat box after a few days. Of course, I always try to clean the box before it gets to be too nasty or have my poor furry …

As a dog trainer I have pretty much tried all of the latest dog training tools that are on the market. This training equipment, like specialized harnesses, head collars, and easy walk contraptions, assist owners and trainers in educating and rehabilitating a problem …

My mother started breeding labs when I was 16, with our Yellow Lab Ben and Chocolate Lab Shadow. She’s hooked and loves having the pups around. She now has 3 females - Shadow, Maggie and Morgan and 1 male - Bailey. Anywhere from three to 5 litters a year …

Siamese cats make great pets. They are very loyal. In fact they stick to their owners like glue. My cat Chester, a Siamese cat, loves to ride on my husband’s back. This is characteristic of the breed. In fact when my husbband is taking a …

The shampoo has a very gentle subtle scent, I really like it it is a bit sweet and in my opinion just a bit of vanilla like - not too much though. The scent that stays on the dog is not to strong, it smells very natural and you …

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 …

In the last few years, one of the products for pets that has received a great deal of attention are Greenies. The company calls these ’smart treats’ because they are supposed to do a number of things to keep your dog healthy, primarily keeping their canine teeth clean, …