What should you say when your 8- to 12-year old comes home from school and asks if your family can adopt the class lab rat? Say yes!! I never would have believed that I would be giving this kind of advice. I don’t consider myself a …

Not many people know about schipperkes (pronounced :skipper-key) , especially since they are not quite as common as a chihuahua or pomeranian. Me and my fiance own one and it just so happens that this was the first schipperke we have ever owned. Schipperkes are solid black, cobby and …

My sister wanted a hamster really bad for Christmas one year so we got her one. He’s cute and he’s pretty quite for the most part, He’s a pretty good pet. The only two things that I would have to say if you are considering getting one are: I …

I have had my first Basenji for almost 16 years now. He is a joy, but we have had our trials. When I first met this breed in person I was told how temperamental they were and how nasty the breed was. I was told this …

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 …

Old Roy Dog Food (available at Wal-Mart) comes in a variety of flavors and package sizes. It is available for puppies, as well as older dogs and it comes in sizes ranging from about 8 lb bags of dry to 50 lb bags. Old Roy also comes …

This hospital has been an absolute life saver for my pets. I had first went hear when I had moved and brought a new pet, I was searching for not just any pet hospital but somewhere that I can trust and that has reliable service. I was searching through …

My dogs love Milk Bones Dog Biscuits. My pooches sometimes have sensitive tummies when it comes to treats or dog biscuits. You would think that they could tolerate any types of food or treats by looking at them. My big boy St. Bernard weighs a whopping 160 …

Have you ever looked at an animal and suddenly felt like you would explode with emotion because it was so adorable? I know I have. Every time that I look at the fuzzy bundle of fur I call Piper, I get the giggles. Piper is my …

I was recommended to try and explore varieties of commercial dog food as my dog was growing up. I have a mixed shih tzu with a stout build. I already feed her with protein-rich foods that I prepare myself, because commercial dog foods generally don’t agree with …

I just want to be honest with the people who follow me from time to time. I hated my cat when I first got her. My wife wanted a cat and so I made it my business to get her one. I had no idea that Cats were so …

YAY for Nature’s Miracle. Joy for my poor carpets and poor me that has to constantly deal with the cat hairballs and occasional accident. Nothing else really works. All any other stain/odor product makes me is disappointed that I didn’t buy Nature’s Miracle. I have even …

When it comes to the care of my pets, I take it very seriously. I have worked in enough pet businesses for the last twenty years that I know a true professional who is both compassionate and knows their stuff. When I first moved to Lansing I …

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 …

Milkbone Original Dog Treats are the ultimate of all dog treats. I can remember this pet lover’s product always being around the home I grew up in, and I think that Milkbone Original Dog Treats are here to stay. This dog treat is not the fanciest or the prettiest …

I have a good friend that owns two Pugs and since I am over there almost all the time visiting her, I have to say that I have grown fond of them because they are totally and justifiably adorable. And I have to admit that at first I didn’t care …

Recently I tried four different flavors of Merrick canned cat food on my two cats: California Roll, Southern Delight, Grammy’s Pot Pie and Turducken. The only one they seemed to like a little bit was the Turducken. The others they outright refused and showed zero interest in eating.
The …

Chinese Crested Dogs
These funny looking, hairless dogs are the only breed that is hypo-allergenic. When I started looking for a small dog, everyone told me that Yorkies, Poodles, Bishon Frizes, Wheaton terriers, and Cotton de. Trulls, were all good for people with allergies.
I spent a long time …

Our first dog was quite huge, and I did not want to restrict her too much as far as her lead is concerned so when the time came to buy a lead I decided against buying a standard chain lead and bought a retractable lead instead.
I don’t see the …

Fancy Feast cat food is a great canned food for cats. At least, my cat seems to think so. She becomes absolutely crazy when I open a can of one of this food. It comes in many different flavors, and I serve a variety of it so that my …

I had never heard or seen HBH Betta Bites at one of the fish farms I regularly visit here in Trinidad but I saw it one day at another fish farm and it was just what I needed for my baby Siamese fighting fish.
My dad has just bred some …

All cat litter is not created equally. In the years I have owned cats, I have tried every brand and every type, paper, clay etc. I have finally found the one that does what it says it will. Scoop Away Multi Cat is the most absorbant, easy …

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 had previously bought the Whiskas Kitten wet food (also reviewed that …

The black lab I had was a little bigger than an average black lab but I highly recommend that people get a black lab if they are thinking of getting a dog because the black lab that I owned was such a great big lovable dog. The black lab …

My rats just love these grass houses by Kanda Imports! I have been trying several things on them to see what they really love and these little houses are without doubt their favorite. They sit inside it all of the time, often piling in one atop the other. I …

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 was so excited to get a kitten a few years ago that I probably went overboard with toys for him. I felt a bit guilty since I have an elderly diabetic cat as well who really just wants to relax and be left alone. I figured maybe getting …

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 …

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 …

You’ve probably heard about “designer” dogs and how they appear to be totally beautiful and unique kind of dog. Since a designer dog is a cross between two pure bred dogs, it is no wonder that this kind of dog is gaining popular attention right now. With this, our …

I’ve been both a dog and cat lover all my life, and when the idea of owning a dog still seemed a little daunting to my husband and I who had small kids at home, at the time, we decided perhaps, when a stray adorable cat showed up at …

The VCA Veterinary Hospital in Berlin, MD provides by far the best veterinary service of any animal hospital that I have been to. This particular VCA is located about 5 miles outside of the popular summer resort, Ocean City, MD on Old Berlin Road.
I have a boxer puppy …

I have owned several different types of shampoos for my pets over the years. Both my dog and my cat hate to be bathed, but both need it done on a regular basis. The cat is beyond difficult to bathe and we almost always use a …

Dalmatians are a wonderful breed of dog, but widely misunderstood. They are now classified as companion animals, and their striking, elegant appearance may give the impression that they are mainly good for their looks. The cute, playful qualities shown in the popular story “101 Dalmatians,” weren’t a lie, but …

This is one of my more conflicted, emotional reviews, and one I’m struggling with even as I write it. It’s all based on a single experience from roughly three years ago.
At that time, one of my dogs had a growth on his belly. In a very short …

My cats love Nine Lives Canned cat food. I like to have a variety of food for them ( I know I would not want to eat the same thing day in and day out). There are many reasons that both my 6 cats and I love …

The last time I headed to Pet Smart and asked them for something to give my dog to treat her bad breath, the first thing they pulled out is an actual tube of doggie toothpaste and I looked at the sales person like she was crazy and I told …

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 …

Cosmic Catnip proclaims itself to be the number 1 brand of catnip. For the record, it’s easy to see why after having used it. There is something about Cosmic Catnip that drives felines crazy in the best of ways.
I’ve bought a few other brands of catnip and eagerly given …

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 …

When my puppy grew a small lump on his leg I was concerned and took him to Lynfield Vets. When I got there I was happy as it was very quiet and there were no other dogs around as my puppy gets very excited around other dogs as …

These dogs are great. I have had my Maltese for 2 going on 3 years now. She’s running around the house now. Many people don’t know a thing about these dogs, I didn’t know a thing about these dogs. These are the dogs that will run around and …

I just love these small mini crocks made by Super Pet. I use them as both food and water bowls in my rodent cages. They come in a variety of colors and are made of a heavyweight ceramic material (or I think that’s what they are made of).
In …

I just love this doggie shampoo for my little toy poodle. I have had problems with some of the others leaving his coat kind of dull and dry. I have also had problems with other brands hurting his eyes. So, I was happy to find this …

French Bulldogs
I got a french bulldog as a Christmas present he come in the lovely shade of brindle,the little puppy looked friendly enough but all he wants to do is party
and I …

Sugar gliders are a popular and fairly new exotic pet. I own two, named willow and george. They are marketed as pocket pets and are supposed to form very strong bonds to their humans. I did everything I knew to do and a lot of what I read to …

Concord Pet was acutally once a small, ma and pa business that first developed in Wilmington, Delaware. Because the first original shop was so successful, they are now popping up literally at about every other intersection and major highway. The stores have now entered into the realms …

In Logan Ohio you have two options when it comes to shopping for your pet supplies. Wal-Mart or The Pet Shop. Wal-Mart carries a great assortment of pet supplies, but you may require items not offered. If you stop by The Pet Shop, chances are it will be your …

While Wal-Mart might seem like it’s not the ideal place to buy goldfish, customers will undoubtedly be surprised by the quality and variety of these well known pets. After purchasing two gold fish from the store myself, I think its the best place to buy a gold fish even …

I have a pet dog at home and I have him for a couple of months already. He has this nice fur and I really did not want to ruin it with using a bad brand of shampoo. I am using this brand of shampoo from the time I …