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 …

I recently purchased pup-Peroni 50 calorie snack pouches for my beloved dogs. I only purchased these because they were on sale for about two US dollars per box of eight pouches, and my dogs, like basically every other dog, Loves Pup-Peroni!
I was not really impressed with these little pouches because …

My Siamese cat really loves this canned cat food. I’ve been searching for a better quality canned cat food for some time but it was hard finding one that my cats like. As you probably know, eating corn gluten meal and poultry by-products isn’t really good for a cat. …

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 …

It wasn’t until I was thinking of changing my homeowner insurance company that I was alerted to the possibility that there was negative feedback regarding pet Chow-Chows. I asked the agent about this, and she had advised that rates were higher for those with Chows due to the …

When I am asked to think of any brand of cat food quickly, I will always think of Meow Mix. This is probably because the first two cats I remember owning as a child preferred this brand of food best of all. It also could do to those early …

Since the beginning of time dog has been the soul foundation of man’s sanity. Wolves kept the nomads warm, the poodles keep Royalty company. But I’m not here to talk about gruff wolves, or the prim and prissy dog with a perm. I’m here to tell of the gracious, …

I have a 4 year old Beagle Mix dog named Rachel. A few years back a friend of mine gave me a book called “Food Dogs Die For”, which actually was a review of the pet food industry. After reading the book I began making my own …

I recently found out that Petco stores are now offering self-service dog washes at participating stores. There are very few of these in my area, so I decided to load my dog, shampoo and brushes into the car and head over to the nearest Petco to try it out. …

Those of you who own a malteze, shitzu or laso apso know how common having kidney stones or crystals in their urine occurs. It is a known heriditary factor in these breeds. Struvite stones can easily be dissolved. However many doctors know that oxalate ones must be …

My Labrador/Border Collie mix is a young, healthy dog with no known health issues, except one: persistent ear infections. The problem is largely cleared up now, though for a few months last year the whole family was in turmoil over this poor dog and his painful, smelly ears. Part …

These are wonderful pets. They make an excellent addition to any aquarium. They are substrate feeders which means they eat small particles of food and microorganisms in the water. Due to this I would not recommend them for new aquariums. Well planted aquariums with some algae growth are …

My cats love this cat food. I recently bought the Fancy Feast Gourmet Gold filet Mignon flavor with realy seafood and shrimp.
One of my cats is very finiky and will only eat certain types of food. He can’t quit eating this. The pieces of food are very thin and …

I purchased Fiebing’s Satin Sheen at a local tack store because it was cheaper than a leading brand. I wanted to see if Fiebing’s could hold up to the competition. I’ve used Fiebing’s numerous times on my horse with good results. Unlike some conditioners, Fiebing’s Satin Sheen does not …

When a friend gave me his dog, a Japanese Spitz breed, I encountered a problem with its fur getting easily shedding off. Almost everyday, I keep vacuuming the floor, carpet, and furnitures whereever the dog’s hairs are.
I took my dog to the vet and gave me this Refamol …

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 …

When I adopted my new shelter kitten, Adobe Animal Hospital’s name was one of the veterinary hospitals on a list I received, for a free check-up. This facility accepts many animal shelters’ “free checkup” vouchers. The facility is close to where I live, so I thought I would …

I am always on the hunt for cat food that has the least amount of harmful ingredients in them. Food that is grain-free is always at the top of my wish list because cats cannot easily digest grains. A food made in the USA and has a range of different …

What do you do when you have a dog who barks and barks and barks and barks, not at people, but at the endless slew of squirrels that taunt her from trees and fence posts? That’s been my dilemma for a while. If I’m outside with her, …

When I was a little girl, just barely seven years old, my mother brought home for us our first dog, and he was an absolute joy. He was a tiny Lhasa Apso puppy, full-bred, named Prince Matsu Tai (it was his AKC registered name), and we decided to keep …

My Golden Retriever has a pretty fluffy and curly coat but it also dries a bit towards her rear. When I brush her I notice a decent amount of flakes right above her tail from mild dry skin. I decided to give TropiClean Medicated Dog shampoo …

I have loved all of my dogs dearly and been suckered into purchasing health insurance for them many times. It was not until recently when I saw a news broadcast warning people about the scam of pet insurance that I realized what is truly going on. The …

I have had pets under the care of vets at Westbury Animal Hospital for 4+ years, and general experience with them for 6+ years. Westbury is a 24/7 vet hospital, with regular vet hours, boarding, and emergency care. I have used all three.
My two cats are under …

I just got some African Cichlids and had I kind of rough experience with them. Cichlids are a type of semi-aggressive fish. Anyway about two weeks ago I bought a 135 gallon aquarium to try to get myself out of a hard spot. I have about …

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 …

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 …

The GoodLife Recipe makes a line of natural treats and pet food at a reasonable price that are widely available, even in general stores. While they make supplies for both cats and dogs, I am only familiar with the supplies for cats, as my dog has a very …

Just recently, I was able to allow one of my dogs to enjoy a new treat called Better Than Ears, which the company says is ‘the pig ear alternative’. Frankly, I’ve never ever fed any of my dogs pigs ears. I couldn’t do that. It just …

My cat needed to be placed on a special diet after being diagnosed with diabetes several years ago. The vet suggested I purchase expensive prescription food that would only be supplied by him, and since I didn’t like him and wanted to switch to another vet, I certainly did …

This is the litter box liner to buy. I know it costs a little more, but it’s huge and it’s tough, and what the heck, it’s got a drawstring!! You KNOW how hard it is to get that stupid horrible full catlitter bag closed without a nice cinching …

My Pet’s Friend Urine Remover is a very handy pet spray. I was able to get it at the store for only $1.00 a bottle so it is extremely affordable. It uses enzymes to get rid of urine odor from virtually everything. My Pet’s Friend Urine Remover …

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 …

A couple of my friend recommended long ago that I go to Sicam Veterinary Clinic; the veterinarian is supposedly really good but there’s always a long line so you’d have to go there early or it’s always just luck when there’s only 2-3 dogs ahead of you.
My puppy was …

I recently purchased a training kit for my two dogs from Petsmart.com. I had to do this because when I went to purchase what I needed from the actual store, the item was in stock but there was no available associate to retrieve it from the locked case. Therefore, …

These are very interesting fish that I saw before I really knew anything about fish. My uncle kept two 8 inch kissers in his fifty five gallon aquarium in the early 1980’s. These fish fascinated me. They would really kiss!
The kissers that I have …

If you have three, four, or more, or even just two, dogs; You likely know (If you walk at least two of them at a time and not just one.) what a hassle it can be carrying more than one leash if you’re dogs are anything like mine, and …

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 recently adopted a kitten from our local shelter and have been experimenting with different kinds of litters, trying to find one that works best for our needs, values, and financial situation. We try to be environmentally conscious, so that was immediately a concern when selecting a litter, however …

I went on a family vacation and left my Shih-Tzu dog at home in the care of our househelp. In the middle of my vacation, our caretaker called me to let me know that my dog was sick and not eating. We usually bring our pets to Animal …

I have had my dog for about a year now and I never used flea treatments on her until a few months ago. She had started itching more than she normally did so I decided to get her a flea shampoo treatment. One of my friends recommended Bob Martins …

I found these oven baked treats for dogs while at Kroger last week. I am sure you have seen the shopping carts with items close to experation dates, discontinued items and so on. There were about 6 jars of these, so I grabbed one.
I breed miniature dachshunds and so …

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 …

Getting a yorkie terrier brought love and grief into my life. It was my first experience with a pet, so I had no knowledge of what to ask the breeder except for the price and needed vaccinations. I paid $400 for an adorable 2 pound toy black and golden …

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 …

I use this dry dog every day and I have been using it for two years now. Supposedly, dry dog food is healthier for a dog than the canned variety, and, at least in the case of my dog, that seems to be true. I know because my vet …

I have one cat with medium length hair and another with long hair so I do encounter a lot of shedding and clumps of hair gathering throughout my home. The problem gets even worse in the summer when they start to shed their coats. My medium haired cat is …

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 …

Advocate is an easy to apply topical treatment for dogs (not sure if you can get it for cats as well). I give it 10 out of 10! I cannot believe people still use other methods for ridding their canine friends of fleas and …

Instead of having pets like dogs and cat I more like birds. Seeing birds in the morning makes me happy. They are really beautiful and nice pet. I love different birds and my hobby is taking care of them and taking my birds pictures every time that I am …

I have three cats. They use the litter box every few hours, I think because two of them are older and drink water all day. It’s not what I prefer, but the only practical place for the litter box is our bathroom. Anyway, I clean the cat box every …