My neighbors cat got fleas and I started to think. Her cat was an indoor cat and so was mine. So how did it get fleas? It doesn’t matter what matters is I realized that my cat does get out from time to time and I became worried he …

As a breeder of Shetland Sheepdogs I have tried several different types of dog foods for my animals. There really is not that much difference in the nutritional value in many of the dog food brands available. If you compare the nutritional value of Ol’Roy to Iams and Diamond …

“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 …

In February of 2012, I lost my best friend. She was a geriatric, toy poodle named Gidget. She was with me for nearly two decades. I’ve had a canine companion for as long as I can remember and for the first time in my life, I found myself without a …

I have two very temperamental cats who like things a certain ways. They like their litter a certain way. I’m not much of a fan of cleaning up after them, which is why they’re really my husband’s cats, but I thought that maybe there was a way to make …

I took my 2 standard poodles to Jeannie’s Grooming for a total of 5 years. I could not of been more satisfied with a groomer than I was with the groomers at Jeannie’s. Anyone who has owned a poodle knows very well how important it is for the groomers …

When I first bought my two chinchillas from the pet store, the pet store sold me the food that they were currently feeding them. The man at the pet store said that the food provided everything a chinchilla needed and that it was the “best buy”. Well, it was …

I have a 75lb German Shepherd who loves her toys, especially the plush squeaky toys. I don’t, however, love the stuffing that ends up all over my house after she’s done mutilating them. I ran across these Skineeez Dog Toys one day while surfing the web.
I …

A while ago I bought some large straw tunnels for my pet mice from the pet store. They are “L” shaped and look a bit like a hair dryer, with a big bulge at the bend. Boy, my mice absolutely loved these tunnels! They went nuts over them and …

When purchasing a dog toy it is very important to buy one that is suitable for your type of dog. A toy for a smaller dog will not hold up to the chewing of a large dog. This toy is rated for dogs 60-90 pounds. …

I adopted a dog, Chase, from the Humane Society. He was very sick and had all sorts of problems. He is all better now. He is the only dog, that I can remember, that wasn’t just nuts about food. He likes food, but not excited …

Having owned two schnoodles for the past 8 years, I can say with certainty this breed is one of the best all-around dog breeds on the market today.
A schnoodle is a cross between a schnauzer and a poodle. They do not shed and are extremely intelligent, able to learn …

Ever since my first dog died, I have done so much research trying to find a dog breed that would match his character and intelligence. After a couple years of research looking for the “perfect breed” I found the shetland sheepdog also known as the sheltie. They are ranked …

Natural clumping, deodorizing cat litter
While browsing my local supermarket pet aisle looking for a hard clumping, deodorizing litter that would work better than the brand I’d been using, I spotted the familiar Arm & Hammer logo! What was that doing in the pet aisle? I had to …

The Kong Stuff-A-Ball is easily the greatest invention in doglihood ever! Where have they been my whole life? That’s what I want to know. I’ve heard references to these for a while, but recently a good friend in Australia sent me this Kong Stuff-A-Ball and a …

Metacam is a prescription non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug which is very popular with vets right now. My vets prescribed it for my dog for arthritic degeneration in his neck and spine, the idea being that Metacam is safe for longterm use in chronic pain and inflammation. They …

My cat has recently had 5 kittens and at 6 weeks it was time to worm them. I found that Aristopet Puppy & Kitten Worm Syrup was easy to administer but you have to provide your own dropper. The instructions on the bottle are easy to follow you …

I found the Pure Bites Freeze Dried Chicken Breast treats for cats at my local specialty pet store. I have a diabetic cat that is limited in her diet and also a bit finicky. I picked up some of these treats to see if she would like them. I …

If you are planning on getting a small dog you should consider getting a Shih Tzu Poodle mix. Apart from being super cute, these dogs are very playful and also very easy to take care of. My puppy Coco loves it when I take him for walks. He loves …

This is another wooden item that my pet rodents have ignored. It’s supposed to be corn-flavored wooden blocks for them to wear their teeth down on. Of course, they don’t even spare these a glance. I know because when I examine the blocks’ edges I can see they are …

My mother bought this recently for my younger siblings as a Christmas gift. When we first got them they were obviously tadpoles and it was really interesting to be able to watch as they grow and took form into toads. They were an …

Amongst all the dog foods my family and I have tried so far in all our dogs, this takes the cake! This is the best dog food for our babies and adult dogs since it Grain-Free and it has no grains whatever which could cause allergies and skin problems …

We recently adopted a kitten from our local shelter and have been experimenting with different kinds of litters, trying to find one that works best for our needs, values, and financial situation. We try to be environmentally conscious, so that was immediately a concern when selecting a litter, however …

PetSmart, a family pet store with friendly people right? Wrong. The PetSmart in Dundalk MD is in fact full of non friendly people and a pet care team who knows nothing about the animals they are selling. I worked at this location for a few months and I was …

I started buying this food for two reasons - one of my dogs was refusing to eat his current food, and both of my dogs had begun gaining some weight. I am now extremely faithful to this brand because no matter what dry dog food I try, nothing seems …

Recently, I tested out Purina One Smart Blend: Lamb & Rice Formula dog food on my mid-size dogs to see what they thought about it and how I felt about this product.
Purina calls this a brilliance that is the result of combining nature and science. That’s what they …

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, …

I have had my hedgehog between two and three years now. She’s a sweety, but she can be a pain. Hedgehogs, also known as hedgies, have many pros and cons. These are some things I’ve encountered, so I hope this helps you if you’re planning to invest in a …

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 …

Breath-A-Licious is a bone breath treat for you dog. My dog breath really smells before i introduce this breath treat to it. I consulted my vet about my dog’s breath problem and he introduced me this.
Breath-A-Licious is safe for all dogs as it is made from natural ingredients, it …

I purchased a Nylabone Rope Toy for my dogs, thinking that they would love to play tug of war with it since they will tug on other things that they find. I also thought they would like to play with each other by using the Nylabone Rope Toy. I …

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 …

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 …

Having a yard full of animals and trying many of the brands of dog food out there, it is easy to assume I have an opinion on a few of them. As for Old Roy dog food, I will have to say we use it now and like it, …

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 …

Oscars are a beautiful fish with a people name. That makes sense to me because as long as I have kept oscars, I have known them to be very friendly to people. All of the oscars that I’ve had have been this way.
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The Nano Cube 12 Deluxe is an aquarium system designed specifically for nano reef aquariums (generally speaking, a nano reef is a saltwater aquarium less than twenty gallons). This kit is perfect for both the beginner hobbyist & advanced hobbyist alike. This system includes a 12 gallon …

I admit it: I LOVE CRITTERS! At one time, I bred tiny, tiny toy poodles of the best pedagrees and really enjoyed loving everyone of them. Another time, I bred the most beautiful Siberian Huskeys that I EVER saw. Still, now that I am older, as is my husband …

My family has two pugs and I figured I would review them in case anyone was considering buying one (or two).
We really love our pugs! They are great dogs for families because they have a great temperment and are not very large, but at the same …

I am usually very old school when it comes to my pets. I don’t spend $20 a week on a plate of baby-back ribs for myself, so I’m certainly not going to spend $20 a week on a bag of dog food (much to the chagrin of some of …

Male Bettas are one of my favorite fish out there, as it is with many fish owners. They are available almost everywhere fish are sold, and they don’t require much of anything. I purchased two small one gallon tanks off of walmart.com and after adding gravel and water and …

9 Lives Sliced Beef in Gravy Cat Food is a canned catfood formulated for adult cats. The cans are 5.5 oz, each costs around 30 cents, or you can get a pack of four for a little over a dollar (sometimes under a dollar, depending on where you shop). …

We all know what comfort and joy a pet can bring to our lives. To own a pet is to be able to love and care for something that needs it. Two months ago my pet dog, Chipper, was hit by a car and I was horrified. I …

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 loved cats ever since. I grew up in a house with 2 cats and then it boomed to about 7 now. We roughly raised them with care and the thought of spending too much for their cares and needs are a big deal to us, specially in our …

My dog recently had to go to the vet for a urinary tract infection, or at least that’s what we found out it was, and it was a nightmare trying to get her to take her pills that she needed to take with the antibiotics in it. I’d even …

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 …

There are many choices of pet food, sometimes too many to choose from! I prefer to stay as natural as possible with my animals. Naturals Plus Vitamins & Minerals Cat Chow is a delightful alternative. Purina has developed a product that includes not only chicken meal as its first …

Just like the Kong Stuff-A-Ball, the Kong Classic is now a staple at my house and I wish I’d had for years, for all of my dogs. These items provide so much fun for my dogs, I can’t even describe how happy it’s made me as their human. …

I’ve used several bath wipes in the past for my golden retriever who tends to get very muddy paws with stuck on dirt but discontinued using them because they were just costing too much money. I found these wipes in the store the other day and they seemed …