When we adopted our Chihuahuas about a year ago, the previous owners had them trained to go to the bathroom on indoor training pads. I had never heard of such a thing, growing up my parents always took their dogs outside. Anyway, when we got Rosie and Nacho home …

If you have a cat or kitten, or know someone who does, then you might know how difficult it can be to bathe a kitty. Yes, cats get dirty too, even inside cats. I used to force my male cat to take a bath, and even though he was …

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 …

When I purchased my Jack Russell Terrier at five months old, I started him on Beneful Dog Food and he has been eating and enjoying it ever since. Regardless of the fact that the part store I purchased my puppy at recommended Iams dog food, I chose Beneful for …

I had a pet problem. My cat wouldn’t drink out of his water dish. And since he never drank out of it, the water would start to get stagnant and gross, meaning that he certainly wasn’t going to drink out of it, then. But he did …

Chlorhexidine 4% Shampoo has to be hands down the absolute best shampoo I’ve ever used on my Golden Retriever. Just before she turned 5 she developed bad skin allergies, or at least that’s what the Vet figured it was. We had some tests run to make sure …

German Shepherds were originally bred for herding animals in Germany. But people noticed other good qualities they could use. German shepherd dogs are great for protection and obedience. Though if people bred irresponsibly these dogs can wear down very fast. I’ve noticed their bodies mature faster then other dogs …

I couldn’t be happier with the overall freshness and quality of this product.
Just for a mere few dollars at my local pet store, I was able to get a 5 oz can FULL of vitamin rich fruits and vegetables mixed with seeds for my chinchilla.
The Eight-In-One pet supply company …

I love my Beagle and I want him to be as comfortable as possible at all times. This means more than just feeding him and petting him, or allowing him to have his own log cabin dog house from Petco. It means that he must feel comfortably clean, with …

My 1-year-old mixed breed dog has a tendency to chew through anything he can fit in his mouth. It is difficult finding a toy for him that will last longer than a day - even the extra-durable Nylabone chew toys get destroyed in a matter of minutes. …

There is a reason that the queen of England favors the Pembroke Welsh Corgi. It is a truly amazing breed. Now, its cousin the Cardigan is a remarkable dog too, but I’ll focus on the one I know better. Pembroke Welsh Corgis are short in height, …

My boyfriend came home from the state fair one day with information about adopting a retired racing greyhound. My first thought was “OH NO” we are not adopting a retired racer. I had the same thoughts as most people, such as; they are going to run all over the …

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. …

I had never tried any of the bathing wipes for cats before. We just always washed our cat in the sink, amidst much protest! Our cat is now 20 pounds and it takes both of us to fight with him just to get him in the water, let alone …

Although this small animal vet office is now staffed by a husband-wife team, it was originally started by Jerry Withers, DVM. His wife, Elizabeth Rybiecki, DVM, joined him after the practice was established. Jerry Withers saved my cat’s life! My tuxedo cat, Bozo, was hit by …

My dog tends to eat alot of snacks. He sometimes likes biscuits, but another inexpensive treat to give him are those made by Del Monte. I have had many of the Canine Carry Out snacks, but I think my dog’s favorites are the Canine Carryout Bac N Bites. He …

A few months ago, my wife and I started worrying about a dog of ours. She was old and fat — about 11-years-old and a solid 20 pounds overweight (that’s not good for a Labrador/dachshund mix). The old girl just kind of lounged around the house and had gotten …

Ever since I was a tiny girl, I loved dogs, and had several ones, but when I moved to another country I was eager to go and buy one.
A lot of people suggested I don’t buy a dog from the pet store, as they’re much slower learning wise than …

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 …

Crazy Spinners are great cat toys. The $2.95 pack contains 4 small, plastic pinwheels: red, orange, yellow, and green. They work best on uncarpeted floor. What you do is you either make one spin or just slide it towards your cat. The cat will be instantly interested and, more …

Hartz 2 in 1 flea shampoo is meant to be both a flea and tick killer and a shampoo. To use you lather as you would with any other shampoo, but you do not rinse it off right away. To kill any pests that might be on …

After a breeder friend of mine recommended Chicken Soup for the Puppy Lover’s Soul and I found that my puppies did wonderfully on this puppy food, I decided to try the adult and senior blends for my older dogs. The food comes in a kibble or canned forms, but …

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, …

Please read my Revolution for Dogs review if that is what you are looking for. Revolution for cats blows the competition away, and is a far better product than its dog counterpart. Unlike dogs, cats are 1/10 as likely to get heartworm, and many people do not keep their …

Being a cat foster caregiver for a non-profit pet rescue organization, I run into the three major feline behavior problems: scratching, fur-flying fights and spraying of urine outside of the litter box. While researching the internet for a solution to each, I came across a product called …

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 …

One of the most difficult things about having a cat is contending with the litter box. It is of course, no fun to scoop up cat poo. In addition to that, it is difficult to find good litter that is affordable. Soft Paw Cat Litter was …

When I needed I chewing toy for my pet rats and mice, the woman working at the pet store recommended these wooden blocks. Pet rodents need to chew on something hard to keep their teeth trimmed. If they don’t wear their teeth down, then their teeth will grow too …

My daughter loves birds and wanted me to buy some bird food so when I went shopping I bought the Lopis Everything for Pet Budgie Seed . It is a “nutritionally selected blend” of seeds for birds. I do not keep birds as pets but my garden is …

I never want to be one of those people that has pets and it’s obvious because their house is a mess. I have two dogs and one of them has issues with peeing all over the house whenever it suits him. They are both older and totally potty trained, …

In May, my oldest cat was diagnosed with Irritable Bowl Disorder. For months I had been having trouble finding a food that he would like that would also be easier for him to digest. I decided to try Wellness Complete Health Chicken Dry Formula.
This is an all-natural …

I am a faithful believer in the value of the Crazy Critters stuffing-free toys because both of my dogs (one of whom likes to rip toys to shreds) love them and are satisfied with them for months at a time.
I bought my first Crazy Critters stuffing-free toy from PetSmart …

I had a Green Arowana fish.
The Green Arowana was very active when it was young. It loved to dart in the fish tank. After a few days, it could recognize all the family members.
I loved to see the Green Arowana greeted my family whenever …

This is probably the most disgusting habit that one of my dogs seemed to have acquired over the last couple months, and nothing I do seems to be able to stop him from doing it. I started to notice a distinct change in the breath of my male dog, …

I am the fortunate forever guardian of two Percheron horses. What a magnificent animal the Percheron is. It’s a breed that is credited with originating in France. Percherons were often used by knights during wars and for gaming and pleasure. They are classified as a …

The Philippine’s National Bird is the Philippine Eagle, which is already on the endangered species list. There only about 1,000 eagles left in the wild and the government of Davao is taking extreme measures to conserve this magnificent bird. The Philippine Eagle Center used to be primarily a breeding …

We recently went out and bought a guinea pig for our youngest son. We went to Petsmart after one of our coworkers recommended it. They own three dogs and they said that they only trust Petsmart with their pet supplies. Honestly, I don’t know how “good” a pet store …

This is the second flavor by Evanger’s that I tried on my cats. I like the healthy ingredients in this food and the fact that it is organic, but for some reason my cats didn’t eat it very well at all. They both normally love turkey, too, so I …

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 …

Have you been looking for a new dry dog food for your pets? Perhaps you are looking for a dog food that is not as expensive as what you have been paying. With the economy in such a mess I know that people are trying to cut back on …

My horse received an Uncle Jimmy’s Hanging Ball for Christmas. Don’t let the name fool you, this is a super treat! The Hanging Ball hangs from a string that you attach to your horse’s stall. The Ball is huge and weighs about 3 pounds, giving your horse plenty of …

If you have a dog that pulls, or just want a harness for extra security in case your dog spots that “neighborhood cat” one day and decides to sprint; then this is the harness for you. I have a 95 pound Golden Retriever with a ton of horse …

For years cat food has been the same for all cats. However, outdoor cats get to eat grass and grass is important for a cats health. Not only that, they crave it. Now the cat food companies are beginning to make special food for indoor cats. …

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 …

I have a very hyper male cocker spaniel. I rescued him and he hasn’t exactly got what I would call “manners”. One of his biggest problems is pulling the lead from my hand while we are on walks. It doesn’t appear to bother him that the collar is choking …

Frontline Plus is a liquid product that helps keeps dogs free of some parasites. The box says it protects against different types of ticks, fleas, and lice in all stages of life, (although my dog hasn’t ever had lice so I can’t say how well it keeps them away). …

When we lost our beloved 15 year old umbrella cockatoo, Poppy, I was brokenhearted — and at the same time relieved. This is a bird with the potential to live for 80 to 100 years, and I had been 40 years old when we adopted her. Always in the …

I recently purchased 6 neon tetras from a very reputable local store to add to my community tank. I had already checked to make sure they were compatible with my other fish. Researching the species I had read that despite their popularity (they are often described as a good …

My husband and I went to Capital Area Humane Society yesterday. Although we have animal shelter in the Philippines, it was my first time to visit an animal shelter.
It was a surprise when my husband brought me there. He knew that I love animals, we …

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 …