I recently went and bought the SmartyKat Sweet Greens cat grass kit from Wal-Mart because I have two very pampered, very beloved cats who are always trying to eat the greenery in my house. I have this lovely creeping vine plant that I’ve had for over two years and although …

Our dog started acting a bit strange lately, she started scratching and licking walls, eating grass and trying to collect other dogs poop (thankfully we were quite successful at stopping that). Now she had this behaviour when she was a puppy but the behaviour stopped for more than a …

The society finch(Lonchura striata domestica) has been raised by the Chinese and Japanese for hundreds of years,and is probably the oldest domestic caged bird. It does not exist as a wild species,and tests have shown that it is a domesticated form of the white-rumped mannikin,which some color varieties …

Tibetan Terriers as a Family Pet
I am currently writing this review with my black and white Tibetan Terrier Bobby, aka Bobby Dazzler, laying on the sofa next to me and squishing me into a corner as he’s so relaxed.
There are several things about Tibetan Terriers that you should know …

For several years we have been feeding our cats with IAMS Weight & Hairball Care dry cat food, and we are very pleased with the results. The hairball control formula works very well, we haven’t had a hairball incident ever since we’d switched to this brand - not even …

Im am the owner of an American Bandogge (mix mastiff/american bulldog). I won’t deny it has taken patience and unconditional love to make our now three year old gentle giant understand the “giant” part. He is 150 lbs. He lives in a house with me and my daughters, he …

We have two cats and anyone who has cats knows that they need their play and scratch areas. Cats are climbers, snugglers and need to be kept busy. The more stretching and exercising they can do, the better they will be.
I believe that this cat post …

As a dog trainer and rehabilitator of many years, I know that the act of jumping up on people is one of the most problematic behaviors plaguing dogs these days. Not only is a dog that jumps on people deemed annoying, but it can also be dangerous to …

If your dog likes chewing on your shoes and sandals, you might want to consider getting him this toy. Companion Road Sandal-Shaped Dog Toy is a plush toy which name says it all: it is shaped like a sandal, or actually more like a flip-flop. The pink and green …

On a recent trip to Kmart I decided to purchase some much needed cat litter. I usually try to buy mine at Aldi’s because they seem to offer the largest container at the most reasonable price. However, The container of Champion Breed at 3.99 for 14 lbs seemed to …

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 …

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 …

Trust me, your cat will really like the 9 lives four pack super cat food! When I was walking through the local Rite Aid I was shopping for my cat�s regular brand of food and, lo and behold, I could not find it. (They had apparently sold out) As luck …

She has a wonderful dog boarding business. I have had my dogs there several times. She is very picky about who she boards for. The dogs must have acceptable behavior or she won’t bring them into the rest of the dog population. She is a …

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 …

Feliway manufactures products that utilize pheromone therapy to calm your cat. Pheromone therapy is a new field in veterinary medicine that uses pheromones,the natural chemicals secreted by animals to communicate with others of their own species. It has been discovered that domestic cats feel calmer and more reassured …

I admit it: I LOVE CRITTERS! At one time, I bred tiny, tiny toy poodles of the best pedagrees and really enjoyed loving everyone of them. Another time, I bred the most beautiful Siberian Huskeys that I EVER saw. Still, now that I am older, as is my husband …

I’ve been keeping budgerigars as pets for the past couple of years and as much as I love them, one of the hardest parts of maintaining them is to buy them feed.
This is because it’s either very hard to find bird seed where I live sometimes, and when …

My husband and I have been buying the Iams Dog Fod brand for a couple of years now. We have six dogs, yes, six! And we have always been pleased with Iams. Just recently I saw a new addition to the Iams family of dog and cat food,Healthy …

We have owned dogs for longer than we have been married - some 29 years in total. During all that time the Abbey Veterinary Practice has looked after the needs of animals.
We use the branch of the service that is on Dodworth Road near to the town centre, …

I was checking out the pet isles at Target a few days ago and I noticed these Iams puppy treats. They’re for pups up to twelve months old. I bought a new dog a few months ago and she turned out to be quite a picky one. Most of …

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 …

If you are thinking of buying a dog and wondering which breed to choose, ever thought of getting a Great Dane?
Most people think, “A Great Dane? They`re far too big and they´ll probably need lots of exercise and a big mansion with lots of land”
Wrong!
We got our first …

I don’t have the exact model number so I’m not sure how this product will be identified. I will try my best with the physical description and hopefully it will help you identify it in stores. I got this at my local fish store for $24.99 regular price with …

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 Jack Russell Terrier at home named Bali. She is a beautiful dog and is one of the sweetest dogs you’ll ever meet. She cuddles all the time with our family and is very nice. She does have a major limp in her back right leg though …

There are pros and cons to the Nutri Dog All Natural Y-Shaped Dental Chew and at the head of the list for me is the con for the obnoxious order that goes with it. For example, I actually gave this last one to one of my dogs about …

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 …

If you are looking for a cute and friendly pet, then you should consider buying the Red Eared Slider turtle, which are commonly referred to in short form as RES. Be warned though, that caring for them is extremely troublesome, as they will fall sick easily in even a …

There are times when I think that maybe my cats are getting really tired of eating the same dry food day after day. When I get this feeling, I take a look at my local store to see what new kitty food concoctions the pet food industry has come …

I bought the Flexi Long 26′ Retractable Dog Leash for my Golden when she started getting a little bigger. This leash is excellent and can easily support up to 110 pounds. My dog is 88 pounds and it is very supportive for her. The only time …

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 have a Siamese cat who, when annoyed with me for some reason, will urinate on various objects in the house until his demands are satisfied. I love him anyway.
For his most recent misbehavior he chose my cream colored microfiber couch, and he must have drank all night …

Recently, I was able to obtain a sample of Dogswell Veggie Life Happy Hips Treat. This was a chicken and banana flavor and it was served up as what I would call a cluster treat. There was a lot going on with this dog treat, and I …

For the most part, I avoid giving my pets cheap food. Wal-Mart’s “Special Kitty” cat food is definitely on the low end of the food-quality spectrum. This store brand is not the most nutritionally complete. I would not, in fact, feed this on a regular basis. Rather, I would …

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 …

Tacrolinmus 0.02 is a medication that was prescribed for my dog because he has an eye condition. He is allergic to the ultraviolet light of the sun. This condition is fairly rare in his type of dog (dauschund terrier mix) but is common in German Shepherds.
This medication was one …

One day in the fall, my girlfriend and I decided to buy a hamster. We went to the pet store, and when we asked the salesman to show us the hamsters, he immediately said, “Oh, you don’t want those, they bite and they’re mean.” He offerred to …

We bought this product to help train our cats to use the toilet instead of a litter box. The CatSeat did not work well at all for us and we ended up switching to another training system. Now our cats are fully toilet trained, but the CatSeat …

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 …

Marty is a very special person (dog)too me. He is a working dog and like every working soul he needs good nutrition. Marty was fed Old Roy Dog since day one. You see I am legally blind and Marty is my guide dog. Marty is always …

Although I have owned several varieties of fish in my life, I have to say that there is none more beautiful than the Japanese Fighting Fish or Bettas. I remember when I was a little girl, we had two of them, one red and the other blue. We kept them …

This book is a great book for someone who is considering getting a Dalmatian. This book contains information on the breed itself, as well as how to train your new dog. This book is very specific to the Dalmatian breed. I have found it very informative …

I really trust Go Natural products and it was the only brand that healed and cured my dog’s skin problems with food allergies, thus I tried switching to Go Natural Duck Formula and bought this bag as I was using the Go Natural Grain-Free formula before but since I …

Bird Talk Magazine is a magazine made for bird owners and bird lovers. Since I own a parakeet myself, I have found Bird Talk really helpful. Every issue they feature a different bird like conures, macaws, cockatiels, and more. They have places where you can write in and tell …

I was introduced to Adams Flea and Tick shampoo by our local vet. Our poor dog is suffering from flea attacks and he was on scratching frenzy. We have tried many brands out there but none has come as close as Adams Flea and Tick shampoo. My love to experiment …

This was the first flavor by Evanger’s that I tried on my two cats. I never saw pheasant before in a canned cat food (or any cat food) but I know my cats like bird meat so I was willing to try it. So were my cats and I …

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 …

I have been using Blue Buffalo’s Canned Cat Food for a few months and have been really impressed with the results. Specifically, my cat has been eating the “Savory Seafood Grill” flavor from the “Spa Select” line (it has the light blue band on the pink/colorful label).
I was …

We have two cats and several dogs, and we usually don’t have any problems with marking and scratching at the doors. However, one of our cats has recently gotten into the habit of scratching my cabinet doors and the drywall beside the door to our porch.
She did …