I have a 3 year old Shih-tzu named Sophie. I have never owned a small dog before, let alone one that was such high maintence. I bought her at 2 months being told that she doesnt shed and was puppy pad trained already.That wasnt a lie, but that …

Pedigree Good Bites is a new product from Pedigree that I recently tried with my two dogs. There are actually three varieties — oral care, multi vitamin, and hip & joint. The one I tried was the multi vitamin package.
Pedigree says that these Good Bites contains essential …

This is one of my top 2 favorite cat toys for a handful of reasons. First it is cheap cheap cheap. At $3 you cannot go wrong. It costs less than a burger so if for some reason your cat hates it you are not out …

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 …

Of all the pets I have, the most interesting and humanlike one, I must say, is my African Grey Parrot. Particularly so because of the fact that I have had it for just over four years now and every single day with it never produces a dull moment. It …

This dog food is what my puppy gets on special occasions. Usually I have him eating strictly dry dog food, and I switch brands each time I buy so he doesnt get accustomed to one particular flavor.
On his birthday, thanksgiving, and christmas however I like to give hima special …

This is a very good Veterinary Clinic to take your pet. First of all the Vet is so good with your pet. He is never in a hurry.
He will treat your pet and explain things to you, answer all of your questions you have. The staff is …

This unusual species of mynah has been with my parents for the past 15 years. It has become a family member now and I too have got attached to the bird. These are usually found on the islands of Java and Sumatra but here in India, they are found …

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 …

Pupperoni are my dogs’ favorite treats, and the bacon kind is their favorite flavor.
These treats are the perfect size for medium dogs, and you can easily break them in half for smaller portions. I like that they can be snapped in half so easily because I prefer to …

My dog always seemed to have the worst doggie breath in the world. It doesn’t help that there’s fish in her food and right when she’s done eating is when it’s the worst. She is clean and fresh everywhere else but if she breathed anywhere near you …

My Betta fish, Wanda, drives me crazy at times, because for the 6 months that I have had her, she is very finicky. There are times when she eats a lot, and then she will go days without eating, and at these times, I actually worry about her. It …

This is one of the worst litterboxes ever made. If you think spending the extra money for the cats is worth it, think again. This litterbox will not only give you cleaning nightmares, it is also not even close to as efficient as they make it out to be.
At …

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 …

The Maine Coon cat, though gaining in popularity, is still relatively unknown to most people in America. They are the largest domestic cat with males growing to an average of 21 pounds and females to an average of 16 pounds. They are long-haired cats coming in every …

Pasco Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) is a fantastic low-cost option for spay/neuter and basic veterinary services. Although it can certainly seem like a madhouse at first glance, it’s actually a well-run non-profit organization serving a community of true animal lovers. Most people who bring their dogs and …

About two months ago I carried my puppy Kingston to go and get groomed. I decided to go to PetSmart because that is where I got him his dog food and their grooming serviced looked to be good. So I set an appointment for him and I came on …

My boyfriend and I recently decided to adopt a kitten. Obviously one of the first things that a new pet parent must do is find a veterinarian in their neighborhood and we quickly began looking as our new baby needed a shot within the first week of coming …

Having had this pet Bull Terrier dog given to me as a present, it was quite difficult to handle in the early stages of our relationship as it was already fully grown by the time it found itself in my possession.
While it was used to me from the frequent …

I really enjoy shopping at the Petsmart on Costco Drive in North Tucson/Marana. They store has every pet item I could ever need, is well lit and organized. When I walk in, I feel like I will be able to find what I need. I also …

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 have a wonderful, quirky, loving 7 year old Siamese cat. He is my man of the house, my reason to smile when I come home at night. I have always attempted to be sure he had the very best of care and this has included several trials …

Anyone that is interested in adding a pet to their family should consider adopting a retired racing greyhound. Greyhounds are naturally suited to make exceptional companions. Not only are they extremely gentle and well-behaved, they are calm and somewhat sedentary contrary to popular belief. Most retired racers are good …

Until my current two, young dogs, I’d never imagined using a crate, but times are different now, and it seems like everyone is using some kind of crate for their dogs; thus, when I got my black lab two years ago, I decided to take the plunge and buy …

Our golden retriever has a disease. There is a growing infection in his kidney. I think it is because of her age. The problem is she is still alive. There is a different diet for this kind of health problem. I was told that because we always feed her …

Aside from being great cat food (my three felines have been feasting on 9 Lives for 14 years), now they have come up with new, super-convenient packaging!
Whether your cats lick their chops over chicken, seafood, beef, or mixed grill entrees, all of these (and more) are available from …

I am now the proud (and yet somewhat embarrassed) owner of a Shih Tzu cross Poodle dog. He is a small dog who won’t outgrow my 5 year old daughter. I spent a lot of time researching smaller dogs looking for one that would be good with my …

When I first bought our puppy from the pet store, she looked healthy and happy. We were only starting and were newbies in raising a puppy (she was 2 months old at the time) and they told us they were giving her Beefpro dog food. They gave us 3 …

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. …

I am a HUGE lover of Chocolate Labrador Retrievers. I was raised with the breed and am aware of the hip displaysia problem that is predominate with labs. When I purchased my first Chocolate (my first since leaving home),I was concerned about which dog food was right for the …

I am very fond of pets right from my childhood days. I have had loads of pets throughout my life. The gold fish aquarium is one of them that I possess today too.
A year ago, I went to the aquarium shop and selected a 2 feet length by 1.5 …

Dogs are great! They are fine companions and are a joy to have. The type of dog I am writing about is a Westiepoo. This type of dog is half West Highland White Terrier, and half minature poodle. This is one of the greatest dogs ever.
I have one, it …

I always put little stock in the idea that one brand of dog food was really going to work tons better than another. Dog food is dog food, right? Wrong. I recently switched my fox wire terrier puppy over to Purina Dog Chow from a generic …

Twice now I’ve purchased the Top Paw I.D. Tube for my dogs. It seems like a great idea. The tiny tube comes with a small piece of paper that gives you enough room to write your dog’s name, your name, and a phone number. The paper …

Ol’ Roy is the Walmart and Sams Club Brand Dog Food. It is meant as an affordable version for pet owners, however it is also relatively cheaply made. I really do not like Ol’ Roy Gourmet Canned Dog Food because of a few things.
First, the dog food always makes …

When i was shopping for my newborn during my pregnancy, i didn’t know what to buy. But anyways i had received the bouncer as a gift of baby shower so i did not buy any swing to save the space in my apartment. When the baby was born there was …

When I am not able to buy bird seed for my budgies from a pet
store, and I am completely out of bird seed at home, sometimes
what I have to do is visit Shopper’s Fair Supermarket in Spanish
Town since they sell bird feed there. I have found …

With a lifetime of experience with dogs, I was determined to have my golden retriever leash trained before she was six months old. Despite my best efforts, that did not happen and I actually ended up buying a Gentle Leader halter for her when she was only four months. …

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 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 …

The Dover Pet Store is an independently owned pet store in Dover, NJ. It is not a chain, but is a private store. It is the third pet store in the area, in addition to Petco and Petsmart, and it is better than both of those for several reasons.
For …

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 …

This is a fungal medicine that is used to treat people and animals. This review is about how this medicine was used on a cat since it got a nasty fungal infection that can be spread on a human too.
The cream does not have any specific smell, it can …

Frontline Plus kills fleas and ticks on dogs (and cats, in a different formulation.) You put it on once a month between your pet’s shoulder blades. Once it’s absorbed it doesn’t wash off, even if your dog goes swimming or has a bath. You use it …

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 …

The blue headed pionis parrot is a beutiful parrot. The colors are the same for both male and female. You will need to get them tested to find out what sex they are if you want to know.
My blue head is 16 years old now …

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 …

Although I have owned several cats in my life, until I got my current two kittens, I had never bought cat nip before. Well, let me take that back. I did buy it once when I first got a cat because I had always heard from other people as well …

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 …

It is rainy in our area……..a LOT! When we are home, our beagle, named Beagle Bailey stays in the house with us. When we are at work, he usually is left outside, in a dry, safe area. My husband decided that although the area was dry, it must be …