Peggy Lee Brown

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My kids’ grandfather (my dad) gave them a puppy for a present last year. It is a small dog – a cross breed between a Shih Tzu and Pekingese. The kids absolutely love Scamp. We named him after the movie of Walt Disney, the Lady and the Tramp 2 – Scamp is the offspring of Lady and Tramp.

Since it is a small dog, we really did not encounter any problems raising him. He only ate dog food, but he ate in small portions only so buying dog food wasn’t that expensive. The only thing we had to maintain was his grooming, as his hair tends to get long and is prone to tangling and matting. So we had to get stuff from the Pet supply store regularly. Thankfully, he hasn’t been sick in the last year so we have not needed any pet meds yet.

Pet products, especially when it comes to grooming, have a huge selection and a variety of brands it is so hard to choose! From bathing, bows, clippers, comb kits, colognes (yes, pets have cologne too!), dryers (yes, they need one too) and hair and fur maintenance, I often wonder out loud that owning a dog is like having a third kid!

It’s a good thing you can buy pet supplies online too! To make sure you’re dealing with a legitimate source of pet products, it would be prudent to do a little background check before making any purchases. The internet is a dangerous place with so many people taking advantage of others. If you deal with the wrong people (scammers), you might end up with getting robbed and your sensitive credit information stolen and used. Read plenty of reviews first. Online sources usually provide testimonials from their customers. KVsupply.com has had a lot of great feedback from its customers, so we are going to be ordering from their store as soon as our pet supplies run out.

Who says only people can be such fashionistas?

You might be surprised to know that there are Pet clothes that are as expensive as regular clothes for people! Pet lovers are willing to buy anything for their beloved pets – from clothes, to the most amazing Toys for cats and even getting Large dog beds to ensure their dogs are comfortable. With this, pet clothing companies tend to be more competitive. Different styles and designs came out for pets most especially for small dogs, including apparel – collars, bandanas and boots. For dog coats, the reversible dog coat – eco friendly edition has captured many dog lovers. It comes with a hood to cover up for heavy rains. Despite its smart and easy features, this was made from recycled plastic. Fashion has made its way to support a green environment. And this is very important since they did not produce using entirely new components.

I vividly remember seeing Paris Hilton and Mariah Carey tote their small puppies in designer bags, even having their own diamond necklaces! They truly treat their pets like their own children, spoiling them with extravagant things. For the common pet owners it might be impractical to dress pets like this, but it should not prevent them from dressing their pets in a way they like. There are a lot of pet stores that carry clothes which are affordable yet stylish. Some of the most common pet clothes include dresses, conversational tees, doggie panties, pajamas, booties, sweaters and tank shirts. There are some dogs that are not comfortable with specific fabrics so you need to find out which ones will suit your dog fine. Like people, dogs need to be comfortable in their clothes, so before anything else, comfort for your pet should be your primary consideration when buying clothes for them.

If you are a shopaholic and a pet owner at the same time then you have probably shopped for pet clothes already. Shopping for your dog is very similar to shopping for a child – it can be difficult to try on the clothes and you mostly have to rely on your own judgment. This is the reason why a growing number of pet owners are quickly moving to online shopping when it comes to buying clothes for their pets. Below are some tips to help you out.

• Trust the weather. Whether you have a large dog or a small dog, the weather is something that should consider in buying clothes for your pet. You will not wear a swimsuit during winter so it is only appropriate for you to buy a jacket as well for your dog during this season.
• Ventilation. Your pet has fur which means he or she has some form of covering already. Hence, always choose clothes that are made from breathable fabric.
• Accessorize. Do not limit yourself to clothes. There are also a lot of accessories and even dog toys that will help accentuate the outfit of your pet. Adding a small hat or changing the footwear could do wonders in changing the look of your pet.

There are plenty of ways to get the pet supplies you need without running around the whole place. The most popular of these is by ordering through online pet supply shops. However, if you’re not familiar with how to acquire pet products from these online sources, here are some tips that might just help.

Read reviews before buying
To make sure you’re dealing with a legitimate source of pet products, it would be prudent to do a little background check before making any purchases. The internet is a dangerous place with so many people taking advantage of others. If you deal with the wrong people (scammers), you might end up with getting robbed and your sensitive credit information stolen and used. Read plenty of reviews first. Online sources usually provide testimonials from their customers.

Verify addresses and contact details
Online pet supply shops often present addresses or phone numbers in their contact details. Just to be safe, you can check out if these addresses or numbers do exist. You can conduct online searches for verification. Just simply enter the details in any search engine and compare the results if they are consistent.

Look for privacy warnings when prompted to enter credit details
To make sure that the page where you’re entering your credit card information is secured, look for the lock symbol in the explorer bar. This signifies privacy and security of the page. Pages without this symbol are vulnerable to attacks.

When you own a pet, the most important thing you can do is to keep it healthy and happy. Your dog or cat depends entirely on you for its needs and well being, from shelter, food, and exercise to entertainment and pet meds. You owe it to your pet to be cognizant of what is needed in order to keep your furry friends healthy.

Regular, ongoing pet medications that are most important to your pet’s health include the following:

1. Flea/flea egg and tick prevention: Making sure your dogs and cats do not get fleas is important to their comfort and health. You can use a topical formula, an oral (pill) product, a flea collar, or a shampoo. The topical and oral formulas will be the most effective, as collars and shampoos are short-term and only kill adult fleas (not the eggs or larvae). Topical and oral brands include Sentinel, Frontline, K9 Advantix, Advantage and Advantage Multi, Revolution, Program, Bio Spot, Proticall, Comfortis, and ProMeris.
2. Heartworm prevention: Heartworm disease is dangerous to dogs and cats, but is also completely preventable with consistent medication. Before starting medication, pets must be tested for heartworm infection by a vet. All heartworm programs are oral (pills or chewable tablets). Heartworm options include Sentinel, Heartgard, Interceptor, Advantage Multi, Iverhart, etc.
3. Other optional pet products, based on your pet’s particular needs, include medications for allergy and itch, anxiety, parasites, arthritis, bone & joint, dental care, eye care, ear and skin care, hairballs, weight control, and urinary incontinence. Some pet medications require a prescription from your vet, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory or steroids, while others are available over the counter (without a prescription). You can also purchase grooming supplies. Most of these products are available online, making it convenient and easy to keep your dogs and cats healthy!