Chew toys are a neccessity for any dog owner, especially for those who like to chew and tear things up like my dog. I am the proud owner of a Jack Russell Terrier that is a year and four months old named Ricochet. She has two bad habits: …

I absolutely love this Quiet Time Deluxe Plastic Carrier Pet Bed. I purchased it two years when I got my black lab. The size is the one that fits 36-40″, Model 40267-GY, but it does come in 4 other sizes to accommodate breeds of all sizes.
First of …

I happen to own four healthy dogs that range in size from 20-35 pounds. So when I go to the store to buy dog food I completely bypass the small 10-15 pound bags of dog food. I have been feeding my dogs Disney’s Old Yeller dog food …

Almost 3 years ago I received a miniature dachshund as a gift from a boyfriend at the time. She was a cute little thing at 1lbs 4oz! I really did not know much about the breed when I got her. I just knew she was the cutest thing I …

This evening I finished reading “A Game of Spies” written by John Altman. I was not quite sure what to expect of this novel. I had never read anything by this author before.
This was a spy novel, set in the time of the second world war. I …

As a child I didn’t own but one pet that I alone was responsible for.
Her name was Sugar and she had a very short life.Sugar was the most beautiful little puppy in the world.One day she ran in the street and was killed on the spot.I said never again …

This is the best cat litter! I have noticed that it is usually more expensive than the other brands, but it is worth it. I have owned at least one cat for the past 20 years, and this is the only litter I’ve ever used that keeps …

i love rottweillers they are tan and black the female grows up to be 90 lbs and the male grows up to be 180 lbs.they are very protective with kids and i like that as well.my brother has one and my uncle has one.i suggest that people own a …

On the day that my family was going to move from North Carolina to Tennessee I was heart broken to discover that someone had stolen our two dogs. My sister’s neighbor took me to an acquaintance’s to get a puppy so the kids would not be so devastated. …

One of the most interesting types of fish that I ever kept was a puffer fish. These fish are cute and interesting for any interested in exotic fishes.
The type of puffer that I kept was a green puffer.( And to be sure, there are many …

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 …

A friend of mine whom I met upon moving to Michigan nine years ago, was a breeder of Basenjis, which are African hunting dogs. I wasn’t sure, at the time, that I was willing and ready to care for a pet, especially a pet that, according to her, was …

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, …

I’ve purchased this food a couple times before when I was tight on money and could not buy my dog’s usually premium brand. However, I quickly noticed that it gave both my dogs digestive problems such as gas and burping. Also, this brand is very high in …

“Shadow Over Kiriath” by Karen Hancock. This is Book 3 of the Legends of the Guardian-King series. In the first two books Prince Abramm was sold into slavery by his younger brother Gillard, taken into a faraway country and made a gladiator. He then escaped and returned home to …

To have a man’s best friend, as I have proven, is a great way to release stress; but dogs can attract unwanted guests that you too have to deal with. Otherwise ticks and fleas can add more stress not just to your dog but to yourself as well. Experience, is …

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 …

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 …

“TetraCichlid: Cichlid Sticks” are a wonderful product. It seems to be a really good type of food as the fish go crazy over it and prefer it over pellets, sinking food, or dried bloodworms. I am always excited to feed the fish, which are a type of …

I have a 6-month old shih tzu/bichon frise mix. I knew it was vital that as a growing puppy, I needed to take care of her teeth. Since I got her at 10 weeks old, I introduced her to rope toys and mainly gave her dry kibble …

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 …

I love the idea that our critters get their own Christmas stocking for Christmas! Our beagle is getting more balls to roll around, as he loves to do, and he is getting Doggie Breath Mints from Bed, Bath, and Beyond! (Actually, even I don’t get breath mints from THAT …

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 …

One of my cats loves to chew on grass for some reason and that’s why I bought these treats: they contain wheat grass powder. I’m hoping they are a safe alternative to chewing on sharp grass blades. And yes, grass can be sharp! That may sound odd but it’s …

Choosing a dog for a family with children can be very difficult. But strong consideration should be given to Beagles. Beagles are often described as difficult and hard to train. But it simply has not been my experience. After having 5 beagles, I must say …

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 …

I have a boxer and put a lot of effort in making sure she became well educated. It is not so difficult as you might think so if you are interested just relax cause you can get there!
First of all it is important to know the breed characteristics. Boxers …

I only have one cat, so I try to get him decent quality canned cat food to mix in with his dry food, and I really like the Iams Purrfect Delights brand. They’re a good size, moderately priced, and my cat really loves them.
I picked up this Sea You …

External parasites such as ticks and fleas if allowed to inhabit your dog’s skin can cause skin problem, itching, and even serious diseases. To keep my dog healthy and free of parasites, I make sure to use a reliable soap. I’ve been using Bayopet for a long period because …

I own a rat terrier that spends most of her time inside the home; however, when the days are humid I allow her to stay outside to enjoy the sun and warm temperatures. Unfortunately, during these warmer months is when my dog attracts the most fleas and other tiny …

A few months after we adopted our kitten we noticed that he was throwing up. Obviously cats throw up on a regular basis, but this got a lot more frequent than a simple hairball and was also a darker color than his food so we grew concerned. On a …

This is another difficult review for me in certain ways because I have both positive and negative experiences with Dr. Jyl Rubin’s Mobile Vet Connection.
A few years back, I decided I wanted to start using mobile vets for my dogs. It was convenient, and that was something I …

It’s cold and you want to know how to properly keep your horse warm. And if your horses are like mine, they live in a very nice barn and they are not turned out in wet weather or when it is muddy. They have people taking care of them …

We own a cocker spaniel that is allergic to chicken. We have found it almost impossible to find dog food without poultry, no matter what store you go to. We have been two every grocery store in our area and read every dog food label, and have only come …

For almost a year now, I’ve been caring for this one adorable mini-dachshund called “Tokwa”. Apparently, these dogs are probably the most adorable and sweetest pet that you can get. I know that because my family had never missed having a dog for a pet. We’ve had mongrels from …

With the designer dog craze of the past few years, one designer mix has come to be quite popular: the pug beagle mix known as a “Puggle.”
We got our puggle a year and a half ago when he was six weeks old. He was SO adorable as a …

I do not have children, but I do have two dogs whom I love just like a mother would their children. Their care is just as important to me as my own health. On top of having them groomed regularly I give them baths myself to keep their coats …

Pomeranians are a small breed of dog that originated from Pomerania. They have long hair with an undercoat, a curled tail, and straight-up ears.
Pomeranians, whether male or female, are very lively dogs. All dogs, including pomeranians, do have different personalities but in general it can be said …

I purchased this litterbox for the new kitten we got recently. We already had a cat in the home, but I wanted him to be able to continue to have his own litter box and not to feel like the new kitten was intruding on his space. …

This is the most effective product that I have used to combat problems caused by cats with litter box issues and cats that spray. I have used a number of different brands of cleaners and odor neutralizers made specifically for dealing with feline soiling and,though they removed odors …

I had just been given a new puppy to take care of. It is a little playful and quite the barker. However, simply playing with him and giving him treats is not enough to take good care of him. So, I went about bought WOW Dogs Shampoo, which has …

Old Roy Dog Food is the Wal-Mart brand of dog food, and my dog food of choice. We have a 10 year old poodle who gets a steady diet of the Old Roy dry dog food. Occassionaly we give her the canned “wet food” as a special …

I’ll say this up front, I really like Kibbles ‘N Bits. Okay, I’m not the one eating it, but there’s always something that I’ve liked about it from the day it came onto the market.
With the product at home, Kibbles ‘N Bits lived up to its name. …

I used to use Nutri-Vet breath fresh dental rinse every couple weeks for my dogs a few years ago. I’ve had dogs in my house for as long as I can remember and this is one of the best products that I’ve used for the dental health of my …

I own eight birds, a combination of parakeets and zebra finches. A diet of seeds is traditional and stereotypical for pet birds. Birds love seeds like people love junk food. Seeds are junk food for birds. A diet of seeds is high in fat and lacking in nutrition. Veterinarians …

I’ve always had dogs. Traditionally, they’ve been given Milk Bone treats. From time to time I’ve tried other things, but I trust Milk Bone, and since I’m very finicky about what I give my dogs, who I consider my children, I rarely stray. However, a few …

I have this big orange tabby kitty who weighs about twenty pounds and he is my absolute best buddy. However, he loves going outside and rolling around in the dirt. Well, the other day he decide he was going to roll around in the ash pile we have near …

Eating this dry cat food has saved the life of my Maine Coon cat. There are certain minerals in regular cat foods that he cannot digest. These minerals create crystals in his urine. In time, the crystals block the super-thin urethra so he cannot urinate. And if a cat …

I have several cats, and sometimes I take in foster cats, so there is usually at least two litter boxes in my home, and I was looking for a way to get rid of the ‘cat smell’ when I found Fresh Step Litter Box Freshener. I was hesitant at …

I told myself that I would never buy a pet house over $50. But my wife and I were out shopping for a pet house I seen the Merry Pet Barn wood Pet house. I was amazed at how nice it was and how well put together it was …