The BoerBoel is an excellent dog to have if you are looking for a strong, loyal, protective and highly intelligent dog.
This particular breed is a considered a rare breed, hailing from southern Africa.
The BoerBoel is not a dog for anyone who does not want or can not handle an …

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 …

I usually buy cheap cat food for my cat because I am always so low on money. Recently I bought a different kind though. I bought some Purina Kit and Kaboodle original medley. It has Chicken, Turkey, Salmon and Tuna flavors in it. I like that it has that …

Granted, Shih Tzu’s are not easy to groom. That is why most owners of these pets enlist the help from a professional groomer.
I live in east Mesa and recently acquired a Shih Tzu from my sister. A sweet, albeit, feisty dog, I grew to love him as …

The Pedi-Paws nail filer is offered as an alternative to cutting your pets nails which many many animals seem to hate. Although it seems like a great alternative it also has it’s disadvantages. I have talked to many friends about this product after I purchased my own and we …

In terms of well-known dog toys, the KONG Classic is right up there with the tennis ball, flying disc (Frisbee) and braided rope toy. Most people, regardless of whether or not they own a dog, know what it is.
The KONG Classic is durable. In our home, most dog …

Merrick canned dog food is amazing stuff - and dogs really love it. Better yet, it’s healthy and natural, so much so that you can actually see the individual ingredients when you open a can. For example, the Turkey Dinner flavor has real turkey, turkey broth, carrots, peas, …

I ordered this leash online thinking it was the same as my older Flexi retractable leash. Unfortunately, the quality does not even come close to matching up to the older models, and I would not recommend it to anyone with a dog over twenty pounds.
Aside from the false advertising …

My cat is very picky when it comes to dry food so I was very disappointed to learn they were no longer making the one brand he actually did eat and I would have to search high and low for a different one.
Fortunately for me, I was able to …

The Breeze Litter Box System is a new kind of litter box for cats.
This system includes a specially designed box to be used with the Tidy Cats Breeze litter pellets and the urine pads. The claim is that the litter will not track outside of the box and …

The diamond head dog park is quite nice if you’re looking for a lot of shade. The red dirt can sometimes be a pain in the okole’ though. I almost always have to give my dog a bath after we visit this park, especially after it rains. …

I had a problem with my dog’s skin. He’s scratching madly and the skin in his thigh near the genital area become red and itchy. I haven’t found any tick or flea in him so I thought his having skin allergy or infection.
I feel devastated with his scratching …

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 …

Australian Cattle dogs are sweet, short haired, lovable dogs! They are supposed to be herding dogs and the reason for that is they were bred for it, they are built for speed and stamina, good with large animals, very intelligent! I own an Red Australian Cattle Dog and he …

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 …

One of the treats I like to get for my two, medium-sized dogs is Priority All Natural Retriever Rolls. It’s normally available as a two-pack, each roll being ten-inches long.
My dogs really love their Priority All Natural Retriever Rolls. Even though I give them each their own, …

Okay, normally, I am not in favor of dressing up pets, but these dog pajamas are so cute and so hilarious! Made out of polyester fleece, the pajamas are one piece, four-legs, covering almost the whole body of the dog. They look and feel so warm and comfy, you …

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 …

The Wal-Mart brand of dog food named Ol’Roy comes in several different varieties. They have both dry (in several types and weights), and moist (sold in single can and six pack box; also in several different flavors).
I have fed my dogs on a diet of strictly Ol’Roy for many …

Siamese cats make great pets. They are very loyal. In fact they stick to their owners like glue. My cat Chester, a Siamese cat, loves to ride on my husband’s back. This is characteristic of the breed. In fact when my husbband is taking a …

I often buy treats for my cat (although he is not really appreciative kind). I bought this one on the go and the main reason i bough them was their price (just below 2$).
The treat is packed in a slim pack weighting 50g and containing +/- 85 tablets.
The pills …

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 …

Advocate is an easy to apply topical treatment for dogs (not sure if you can get it for cats as well). I give it 10 out of 10! I cannot believe people still use other methods for ridding their canine friends of fleas and …

I think I’ve been lucky for the most part when it comes to my pets and the problems they’ve inhereted. They’ve had some slight digestional problems when their food has been switched. They’ve had a bladder infection, and one of my dogs has a couple dental problems. But for …

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 …

Growing up my family had two miniature schnauzers and now that I’m on my own I have remained loyal to the breed. My miniature schnauzer “Max” was rescued from a local shelter which makes him that much more special. What do I love about my miniature schnauzer? First …

I have been buying Special Kitty Tartar Control Cat Treats for our cats - an inexpensive way to prevent dental problems and make the furballs happy. Unfortunately, one of our three cats is not interested in these treats, but the other two love them. The flavor we usually buy …

My cat is a picky eater, which leads to a constant struggle between him and me when it comes to dry food. In the past, I have had some luck with getting my cat to eat Friskies dry cat food, so noting that the new Dental Diet food …

This summer our house cats got really bad fleas and our Veterinarian suggest we try Sergeant’s Flea & Tick Powder for Cats. We had never had a flea infestation on our pets before; they are indoor cats and should not have got fleas. We went to the Veterinarian office …

This is really a full service veterinarian’s office. There are 6 vets there. 3 women and 3 men. There is only one vet who I don’t really care for. Most of the vets are kind of animal specific. The 2 Margarets are …

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 …

I have recently purchased a Herm Sprenger WH Ultra Soft Loose Ring Snaffle bit for one of my horses that is in training, and this bit has made a world of difference. This particular horse was having some problems accepting the bit while riding, and I was not sure …

I would like to say that not all off-brand pet foods are a good source of nutrition. I will be the first to tell you I am not a nutritionist but, I am an observer, and a pet lover. My husband and I currently have two …

As a dog owner, one of the worst chores we always dread is trimming our dog’s nails. They all hate it and act like you’re abusing them. My youngest one bites you if you try to trim his nails. We’ve tried everything to make it easier …

I have always thought that German Shepherd is the best dog ever created. I say this because so far I have owned two in my lifetime. The first one was when I was very young. My father had bought one when I was around nine or so and I instantly …

I have 2 dogs at home (matter of fact, 3). One is golden retriever, another one is Border Collie, and another one is a mixed race.
I only spent money for buying my golden retriever. Why? cause the other two were coming by their own will :P Suddenly they come …

By now, Pedipaws is such a cliché, I hate to write about. But I like to write about things that work. I don’t always get to find things that are such a cliché, and work well.
I bought Pedipaws Friday after Thanksgiving, at a very good price at Bed Bath …

Having just completed the challenging task of washing my two cats, and changed into dry clothes, here I am to review the shampoo, Sergeant’s Skip-Flea and Tick Shampoo for Cats. As you see from the product name, we’ve got a flea problem. Usually, we treat our cats with flea …

“Oh, my dear Shih Tzu ‘Lucky’, I am back home!” I called my lovely pet ‘Lucky’ once I opened my car door. ‘Lucky’ seemed to be happy that I came back to reunite with him. That made me happy too. I always tell myself -”that’s …

I use this dry dog every day and I have been using it for two years now. Supposedly, dry dog food is healthier for a dog than the canned variety, and, at least in the case of my dog, that seems to be true. I know because my vet …

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 …

English Bulldogs are most often misunderstood and misjudged, they are thought to be ferocious, fierce, mean snarling animals who are chained to guard houses and farms. Apparently, this is the wrong misconception that most people have. I used to have the same wrong thought about them but my boyfriend …

I have four dogs , but I bought this bed for my little chihuahua. He loves it , and it is the perfect size for him. I absolutely adore the style of this dog bed , and the quality of it as well. I think this was one of …

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 …

Being the owner of 4 indoor cats for about 10 years, I’ve had some challenges keeping litter box odors at bay. I have tried virtually everything: many name brands of litters, scoopable litter, baking soda additives, newspaper litters, pine litters, lavender litter, the automatic scooping box, etc., …

We have been using Frontline Flea and Tick Spot Treatment Preventative from day one for our golden retriever. Frontline is a flea and tick preventative that comes in liquid form in an easy to dispense tube. Each tube is single use and the shape of it makes …

Dogs are men’s’ best friends but most are more foe than friend. In all my lifetime I never met a friendlier dog than the one I met in Russia: Grey. He is a beautiful Dalmatian that loves to play anytime of the day and anywhere. When little kids pull …

Friskies cat foods makes both dry food and wet food or canned food for cats. Today I fed my cat Friskys “savory shreds — with chicken and gravy” canned cat food. My cat loves Friskies wet food in general, and savory shreds chicken and gravy is definitely …

This book is a great book for someone who is considering getting a Dalmatian. This book contains information on the breed itself, as well as how to train your new dog. This book is very specific to the Dalmatian breed. I have found it very informative …

it’s the store brand of dog food from Wal-Mart. I have two dogs and they love it. I’ve never opened a bag that smelled Bad, oh yes dog food can go bad. I discovered that the 22lbs bag is a few cents cheaper and …