My dog Shiloh is a crazy mutt. We recieved him from an abusive home, where little kids grabbed him by his back legs and swung him around in circles. He was only six months old. After nursing him back to health (which he’s still not up to complete recovery, …

When I got my first Maltese puppy years ago, I needed something for him to chew on. He was less than 5 pounds, so I needed something small that he would not choke on. An added obstacle was the fact that this little puppy was the pickiest …

I have found algae eaters to be very interesting fish. They are very prevalent. They can be purchased in nearly any pet shop that sells fish or they can be found in the pet sections of stores like Walmart.
In my experience, algae eaters are fish …

I have tried a few different litter box liners and I have to say I have not been impressed with any of them. The most recent one I tried is this one by Tidy Cats. I wouldn’t use them again but needless to say, I decided I …

I love my Sundowner horse trailer. The workmanship is absolutely extraordinary! The trailer outside and inside looks like a finish carpenter did the work on it. There isn’t a spot on the trailer where a horse can hook or cut themselves. All normal things that …

If you are looking for a great non allergic dog shampoo for your pooch you might want to check out Kay Lamberts fresh and clean with baking soda and oatmeal shampoo. It sells for under $4.00 especially at Jeffers.com which carry a full line of Kay Lambers …

After adopting 3 rats one female (known as (does) and 2 Males (known as bucks) from a friend who could no longer care for them. I am now the proud owner of the cute critters.
The misconception that people have about rats could not be further from the truth. They …

I am the proud owner of a beagle, Beagles are amongst the best pets in the world. My tri colored Beagle is about forty pounds, he has an even disposition and is great around small children. This breed of dog is intended as a rabbit hunting dog, known for his …

Frontline Top Spot is a pet medicine that can be obtained from your veterinarian, or online at marketplaces such as Amazon. The purpose of Frontline Top Spot is to eliminate fleas, ticks and chewing lice from your pet. This review is about Frontline Top Spot for Dogs, …

Recently I bought a few cans of this cat food to try on my cats. My older cat, which is sixteen years old now, grows bored with his food about every month and wants something new to eat. Dealing with this problem can be difficult as there are only …

Authority is the Petsmart store brand of cat food so it is only available at Petsmart. It comes in both dry and canned formulas, but I have not yet tried the dry so this review pertains strictly to the canned food. Even though Authority is a store …

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 …

I bought my one and only Himalayan cat over 12 years ago. He is still with us but I will never buy this breed ever again. They are handsome cats but just an awful breed. These cats are half Persian and half Siamese cat. …

I have had cats since I was a teenager. Now that I am grown and have my own family, I have continued owning cats. I have 2 cats. One cat, Grasshopper, is around 16 years old. My other cat, Tinkerbell, is about two and half …

When we adopted our puppy, there were a lot of things to consider, and food was definitely near the top of the list. The rescue group who kept him had fed him a cheaper brand of food, since they had so many dogs to feed on such a …

Over this summer, my dogs were able to try a new treat, which they are always willing to do, called Three Dog Bakery’s All-Natural’s Lick’n Crunch! They were a big success. The dogs loved them, sitting eagerly for me to dole them out over a week and …

The time I found out about Artic Paws Yummy Chummies Dog Treats was about four years ago, when my parents brought two big bags back from Alaska that they had purchased while there on a fishing trip. The owners of the fishing lodge couldn’t sing the praises high enough …

I happened to be owned by two very fussy felines, named Pyewacket and Kissy. To put it mildly they are pampered and spoiled and refuse to eat cheaper brands of any kind of pet food. They pretty much stick to the same kind of pet food all the …

The dog park at the Hawaiian Humane Society is really nice for several reasons. It is located on a busy street corner right by the freeway, and I did not even realize for the longest time that the grounds extended back very far into a residential type area. …

We had a guinea pig for 18 months and needed to use bedding in her cage. We chose to use Carefresh bedding which is made from recycled paper. It is much cleaner than wood shavings.
Originally we started with Carefresh Original because that is what was available at …

After rescuing a little mouse that turned up in my closet, I headed to the store to find him some food—“ not knowing anything at all about what to feed a mouse.
The description on the box of 8 in 1 Pet Mouse and Rat Food made me …

I just got a kitten a few weeks ago, a pet that I have never had before, so I was at a complete loss at what to feed him and when to start feeding him solids, e.t.c. I thought the best thing to start him on initially would be …

If your ever looking for a good dog as a pet, something non aggressive and good with children, the Golden Retriever what you’re looking for. I have a Golden Retriever, Buddy, and he is probably one of the best behaved dogs I’ve ever seen. They are non aggressive dogs …

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 …

I used to be happy to support the Cat Protection Society by making cash donations and also giving any unused goods to their op shop located on the street level underneath the office and cattery upstairs. I liked the fact that they do not put down any cats and …

I purchased my first hamster at the tender age of twelve. I saved up my allowance to buy the hamster, the cage, all the items you need to raise a healthy and happy critter. Back in those days, the cages didn’t come with all these fancy tubes, which ended …

Following the long mourning period after the death of my 14 year old dalmation, my daughter consipired with my husband to bring a puppy into the home. I was against the idea, insisting there wasn’t a dog on the planet who would ever compare.
My daughter found a rescue …

I was a bit worried when I noticed that my younger dog was showing more signs of plaque on his back teeth than my older dog, so I decided to get a doggie toothpaste to try and care for his teeth a bit better. I went to PetSmart and …

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 …

Most dog and cat owners are familiar with the brand name “Greenies”. Greenies first gained it’s mainstream popularity with it’s edible green treats that were said to help keep your furry friend’s teeth clean–thus, the toothbrush shape. The focus of this article, however, is on another product …

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 …

One of the most interesting fish that I have ever kept have been pirahna fish. Piranha’s have a reputation for bloodthirst and aggressive behavior but I have not found them to be like that.
All of the Piranha …

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 …

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 …

I have been using Beneful Dog food for over 4 years now jus because it happens to be the dog food that my dogs love the most. I usually switch between the Beneful for indoor dog and the one for heatlhy skin and coat as the seasons change. …

This is another cat food I tried on my cats. The food comes in a little white plastic tray and there is a tough piece of aluminum foil on top. They are sold individually just like cans of cat food and weigh 3.5 ounces. There are only a few …

Chinchillas make great apartment pets but lets start out with what chinchillas actually are and where they originated from.
Chinchillas are slightly larger than ground squirrels, and native to the Andes Mountains in South America. The animal whose name means “little Chincha” is named after the Chincha people of …

Rough and Smooth Green Snakes are wonderful snakes to keep, in my opinion. I had my first green snake when I was about 16 years old and am planning to get another one now for my own son. Green snakes are becoming harder to find, though they …

As those who are cat owners know, our pets go bonkers over toys that contain catnip. However, the scent and stimulation only lasts for a few hours and then the toy often sits unused. I started to feel as though I was wasting money on catnip toys that were …

The Shih Tzu is a small dog that’s full of love and fun. Ours is four years old so he’s full grown and weighs about 15 pounds. The Shih Tzu has a pug nose and broad shoulders, with legs that are fairly short, although not so much so that …

Although some not have issues using the Hartz brand collars for cats, I had a very sad and almost deadly situation happen to my cat. I have a Seal Point Siamese who is allergic to fleas. We usually use Frontline, but we were all out. I …

The aussie shepard is probably one of the greatest pets anyone will ever can own. They are great friends, great with children/people, natural leaders, intelligent, have high longevity/life-span, and playful/active.
If you’re seeking a great friend and loyal dog, this is the one for you. These dogs will go the …

My Newfoundland is the sweetest dog that I ever met! She is 120 pounds of pure delight and she looks like a bear. In fact her name is Meadow Bear. I never thought that a dog could be so sweet. She is very attuned to …

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 …

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 watch the dog whisperer and also have a dog. And he’s a pain in the butt to walk. He pulls, lunges, stops to smell stuff, crosses in front of me and trips me and everything bad. I’ve tried using Cesar’s techniques and they didn’t really work for me. …

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 …

After last years recall, most people have given up on the inexspensive brand dog food, Ol’ Roy. Around my area, it gave people a big scare. I know a lot of people who used Ol’ Roy Dog Food. It was a favorite item to buy from Wal-Wart for many …

I use this heartworm preventative chewables for my English Bulldog and she’s about 49 pounds so I use this one as it’s good for dogs 26-50 pounds and my veterinarian has told me chewables are actually much better than the once-a-year heartworm prevention injections because every month the dog …

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 …