I called myself buying the family a new cat a few months ago. I have no idea what I was thinking and I still think that I’m about to change my mind because of all the havoc that it is causing around the house. I had no idea that …

My golden retriever recently developed a skin condition that leads to patches of raw skin. They look like clumps of dry skin and when you scratch them off they are red and irritated and look very raw. I went to Petco to look into medicated shampoos for …

One of my cats has had issues with her new fur growth becoming matted in her old growth. A few years ago it got so bad that I had to take her to a groomer and they ended up shaving out the mats. I didn’t want to deal with …

This is another brand of canned cat food I bought from my local health food store. At the first glance, it looks like a very healthy cat food but in actually trying to feed it to my two cats I realized another important thing about it: This food contains …

The Pixie-Bob is a lesser-known breed of domestic cat who gets its name from its legendary roots - according to the story, a woman found a stray female cat in a passionate moment with a wild bobcat. She took in the female cat and a few months later, …

I look after my neighbor’s dog when she is away, and I occasionally take him for a run if I am running in the forest and he is available for a run. His name is Zack, and he is a 10 year old Golden Lab. He is a very …

I started buying this food for two reasons - one of my dogs was refusing to eat his current food, and both of my dogs had begun gaining some weight. I am now extremely faithful to this brand because no matter what dry dog food I try, nothing seems …

If you’re looking for a dog that’s friendly, peppy, loyal, barks at strangers and is proficient at killing small woodland creatures, you should consider a Jack-Russell Terrier.
My Jack-Russell, Puddles, is aptly named because she urinates every time I pet her. I don’t think that all Jack-Russell Terriers suffer from …

I have changed the diet of my dogs and I want to tell others the reason why I did this and the results of the new diet.
One of my dogs developed a chronic, reoccurring ear problem that turned out to be yeast related. After spending a considerable amount …

About a year ago I got two puppies from a neighbor. They’re siblings and mutt so they have different coats to go with their very different personalities. I got them during winter so they had been inside until it started getting warm enough that we’d let them go outside …

My cats usually get dry food. Once in a while they get a treat of canned food. Some of it they like. Sme they don’t and with three of them, there is always one who likes something while the other two walk away from it. The other …

My Brittany dog. My Brittany is now 10 years old. Ten years of great joy! I got my buddy from Springfield Illinois as a 12 week old puppy. He was the cutest little guy. He had curls all over - his ears were curls, …

Pomeranians are a very good dog to have around. they are small and friendly, and very sweet. They are very hairy so you must expect a good deal of hair if you own one. Pomeranians can be a little tempermental, so you do have to be careful around young …

It can be a real hassle giving our dog a bath because she’s just not wild about it. Not only that, but it’s impossible to give her a bath during the late autumn, winter and early spring months because it’s typically too cold or chilly outside. This shampoo and …

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 …

Pedi Paw is a pet nail trimmer that is supposed to help trimming and cutting your beloved pet’s nail painless for both you and the pet.
Instead of using a nail clipper or any other similar clipping tool, Pedi Paw uses a nail filer that “gently” grinds your pet’s …

I am an aid animal lover and I also have worked for the SPCA and I can honestly say that Old Roy is the worst food to feed your pet. As a vet’s assistant I saw cases of incontinence, bleeding, bad breath, hair loss, and quite a few other …

A fish tank is a great addition to any house or business. It livens up the area, adds some color, and fish are very fun to watch. For a fish tank I would recommend a community tank. A community tank just means that it is filled with different types …

I took my 13 week old little Maltese there for a complete grooming. I had just gotten her that very same day and she was in need of some grooming, I also needed to buy some basic supplies so off I go to the Miami-Midtown location. This was my …

Jerry is my cat. I first got him as an orphaned and approximately six week old kitten when I was pregnant with my second child. He is and always has been a momma’s boy. Jerry had to sleep with me, and he was so tiny that I still had …

Because I own and love seven spirited Labrador Retrievers, I have quickly learned what dog supplies are best and which ones aren’t worth my money. Buckle collars have always been my biggest dilemma because they either end up chewed in two pieces or the buckles crack within a …

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 …

This specific breed of dog originated from Turkey. They were formerly and specifically used for fighting and are now banned in many countries. I am an animal lover and prefer dogs over any other animals and Kangals have to be my favorite. They are generally a pale tan …

We first brought our dog Buddy to Dicks Dog Wash at 13357 Snow Rd in Brook Park because Buddy was way too big to fit in the bathtub. Not only do they have the facilities to take care of dogs of any size, but they do an excellent job.
The …

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 …

I have been a dog owner my entire life and growing up proper training was just that important to my parents. However when I moved out on my own and rescued my husky/shepherd mix it was immediately evident that this was a dog who needed the structure training would …

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 …

This system was fantastic for us! We started our cats on it in July and they are now fully toilet trained at the end of October. In fact, we have not used any litter for over two months. One cautionary note: make sure you use flush-able …

If you were a new parent you would probably be lured by the fancy attachments and the beautiful colors of this pricey bath tub. Donot fall in trap of looks here , look at the price. I still regret even after 3 years for wasting $30 on …

I was looking for an herbal-based soap/shampoo for my dogs when I came across Lori Dog Soap. I was used to a more popular brand but when I read the label, I decided to buy one. Manufacturers of Lori Soap claims their product is 100% herbal and mineral soap, …

If you have a dog that loves to chew on things, but they are really rough and chew through every thing, you should try giving them a Nylabone dog bone.
These bones come in all different shapes and sizes. Some of the Nylabone even have little nubs on them …

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 …

These are cat treats that I had bought one time. I bought them because the store had them on sale and I thought my cat would like them. Not only did my cat like them, he loves them. Whenever I open the bag he runs over to me. Even …

Many people have this idea that Siberian huskies are part wolf and are aggressive. I would Like to smack those people in the head and hand them a real educational book about huskies. Contrary to what many people believe the Huskies are normal domesticated dogs. In fact all dogs …

My family recently moved to Pueblo CO. Our new home is located out on the prairie. While we are loving the space we are not loving the difficulties that we are having with field mice in our home. Deciding that we would rather use a non-chemical …

When I was a child we had several Chipmunks as pets who were an enormous amount of fun! We came accross an ad in the local paper that someone was selling a pair complete with small cage, and we ended up falling in love with them straight away! The …

Okay, the name alone makes this sound like some cheesy, late-night piece of junk that will fall apart in a month. I was hesitant to buy this as I had already purchased two dog brushes within about a two-month period and been disappointed with the results.
I visited the website …

Mohawk Hudson River Humane Society has been serving commuinites since 1887, and they offer a variety of services. The Humane Society is home for all the homeless animals. Over the years I have gotten pets from them. The animals are usually healthy. If the animal is sick they …

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 …

Mega-Tek Equine Cell Rebuilder is an amazing equine product that anyone with a horse needs to try. I use this product mainly for my horse’s hooves, but you can also apply and use on the horse’s coat, mane and tail. The really cool thing about Mega-Tek Equine Cell Rebuilder …

A year ago when I first got my two puppies I knew there would be a lot of work and money invested in them. Like children, pets are expensive to care for. Not enough people who get pets realize this. Animals are not accessories are gifts, they’re living creatures …

I currently have five cats and a dog, and I have had many other pets in the past, so I have my hands full trying to keep up with all their shots, medicines, and so on. Thankfully, the veterinarians at Middletown Veterinary Clinic take the brunt of that burden …

Unfortunately, I can’t afford to get this for my dogs on a regular basis, or I would. Frontline Top Spot does a super job of keeping my dogs flea-free. What I love about it is that it’s just one application per one or two months, depending upon …

We have had many cats over the years, and we love our pets, but the problem is the annoying fur that they seem to leave in every room in the house. Our cat sheds a lot, especially in the warm summer months. Out furniture is often covered …

We got a new puppy in November, and are in the midst of house breaking the pup. We started by the traditional newspapers, and she was fairly good about going on the newspaper. Yet, it was messy and the urine would soak through, leaving newsprint stains on the floor …

This is another canned cat food I tried on my cats. I know it’s basically canned turkey that has no vitamins, minerals or any of the nutrients that cats need, but I thought it would serve as a nice healthy “snack”. Unfortunately, this wasn’t the case at all. I …

I have a middle aged black Labrador/Belgium Shepherd. Texie is getting a touch of arthritis in his back leg, so the vet suggested I try some natural supplements for him.
I bought Nutri-Vet Hip & Joing with Glucosamine Hydrochloride tablets at my local Zellers store a month ago and am …

R & S Rolling Ranch
I have horses and have taken 2 of my horses to be trained for driving at R&S Rolling Ranch (Roger Skogen) in Beloit Wisconsin . He has done the most wonderful job with both my horses. The first horse I took (another trainer …

Although I grew up around cats, I haven’t had one for several years, so ever since my new kitten arrived, I have been relearning all the new products necessary when owning a cat. Cat litter is, in my opinion, one of the most important, because nothing is worse than …

We all know what comfort and joy a pet can bring to our lives. To own a pet is to be able to love and care for something that needs it. Two months ago my pet dog, Chipper, was hit by a car and I was horrified. I …