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The Pet Supplies Blog - Pets, Dogs, Cats, Pet Supply Reviews, Equine, Rabbits, AquariumsWe love our pets and they love us. This blog is dedicated to all of our furry friends.Saturday, August 30, 2008 Labor Day Sale at GregRobert Pet Supplies- CLICK HERE!This just in: GregRobert Pet Supplies Huge Labor Day Sale From now until September 3rd - save $5.00 on the following items using coupon code: laborday (all lowercase). (If you are going to use Google Checkout - you may use code googlerocks on these items). and MANY more items! In addition, use coupon code laborday to save $5.00 on orders greater than $70.00. Use googlerocks on Google checkout orders (>$75) We have not heard of any other Pet stores having a labor day sale. Traditionally, there is no Petco labor day sale and no Petsmart labor day sale. If you know of any other sales this weekend on pet supplies - PLEASE post them here so that our visitors can save this weekend. Did you know? Labor Day was created to celebrate America’s working men and women and their Make sure to honor your hard-working animal companion this labor day! Happy Labor Day from all of us at Petazon! Labels: Labor Day Sale
Tuesday, August 26, 2008 Today is National Dog Day and GregRobert is Celebrating- CLICK HERE!GregRobert announces a 2-day sale: August 26th and August 27th to celebrate Dog Day in the US. Buy $75 of dog supplies (any kind) and save $5.00 on the already discounted prices. (use coupon code: michbiz) Say YES to supporting National Dog Day with GregRobert Dog Supplies National Dog Day has two goals:
It's an opportunity for us to recognize and appreciate the value and importance of dogs in our lives. President George W. Bush, a dog owner himself, sent a letter to the foundation in support of National Dog Day. National Dog Day wishes to encourage dog ownership of all breeds, mixed and pure - and embraces the opportunity for all dogs to live a happy, safe and ”abuse-free life”. We did a little bit of research on National Dog Day and found out that there is a discrepancy with respect to which day it really lands on. Some websites say that it is August 26th each year and some websites say that it is August 23rd each year. National Dog Week is always the last week in September and that is undisputed :)
If you witness animal abuse or neglect, please contact your local humane society, animal shelter, or animal control agency immediately. In most areas, those agencies have the authority to enforce state and local laws related to animals and the capability to investigate and resolve these situations. They rely on concerned citizens to be their eyes and ears in the community and to report animal suffering. You can choose to remain anonymous, although giving your name to your humane agency will enable that group to follow up with you when necessary.
Labels: Dog Supply Coupons, National Dog Day
Sunday, August 17, 2008 Pump Up Summer Energy Savings - Pond Pumps that is!- CLICK HERE! Simple maintenance helps your water garden pump operate at peak efficiency and helps you control energy costs. Skim your pond regularly to keep leaves and large debris from clogging the pump. When debris does accumulate, be sure to clean the pump's pre-filter at the first sign of reduced water flow. Consider purchasing a pump like ClearChoice, which has Mechanical pre-filter sponges that remove suspended debris to improve water clarity. Choosing the right pump and maintaining it properly can ensure reasonable energy costs for every pond owner. Starting with you! Calculating Your Monthly Energy Cost So, just how much does it cost to run your pump? Here are a couple of quick calculations to help you estimate your monthly cost.
If you're paying more than $30 a month, you may want to consider switching to a different pump that's designed for continuous use and energy efficiency. The Cal Torpedo Pond Pump is energy efficient. It is lightweight, water cooled, uses no oil and can be used in or out of water. Its high volume water flow and low energy consumption makes it the most unique pond pump available, and it requires no tools for installation. Buy a pond pump at GregRobert and save $5.00 instantly with coupon code: googlerocks. Use this coupon when checking out with standard checkout or use the new Google checkout! Labels: Pond Pump
Wednesday, August 13, 2008 Choosing a Good Litter Box for your Cat- CLICK HERE! At first glance, choosing a liter box for your cat seems like a "no-brainer". Just buy the first pan that you see, dump some litter into it, put it in the laundry room and 'Voila - you have a cat waste system that works. Unfortunately, in most cases that won't work. Cats are very private and personal animals and there are a number of things to consider when purchasing a Litter Pan. Equally important to consider is getting multiple cat pans. Even if your cat is dead-set on the location and type of box that he or she uses, you could be in BIG trouble if the manufacturer decides to discontinue the product or alter the design such that your kitty will just not use. Keeping an extra "favorite pan" around the house can be a life-saver. Labels: Cat Litter Box Choices, Cat Toilet
Sunday, July 27, 2008 Why do you need a Dechlorinator or Water Conditioner for your Aquarium- CLICK HERE! An Aquarium dechlorinator or chlorine remover is an additive that neutralizes chlorine in your aquarium or fish bowl. It is a chemical that reacts with the chlorine in Tap Water. De-chlorinators are ( in general terms ) 'water conditioners'. Conditioners that ONLY dechlorinate water are the simplest type of water conditioner. Many, like AquaSafe also remove heavy metals that are bad for your fish. Although a dechlorinator is a water conditioner, not all water conditioners are dechlorinators. Most municipal water supplies and holding tanks for wells in rural communities, farms, and ranches, are treated with chemicals. These chemicals are fine for us humans because they kill off harmful bacteria and other pathogens that are found in the water. The most common chemicals found in your water are chlorine and chloramine. The dosages of these chemicals in the water supply are low enough that they are not harmful to mammals (including people, dogs, cats, hamsters, horses, etc) or house plants, they are high enough to cause damage to fish. First they cause damage to your biological filter and eventually will hurt your fish. It is Aquarium 101 (ie .. very important) that your water is treated to remove chlorine with a dechlorinator before you add the water to your tank or fish bowl. We like to recommend AquaSafe Water Conditioner for fresh and salt water aquariums because it makes tap water safe for your fish. It neutralizes chlorine and heavy metals present in municipal water supplies. If you have Goldfish - try the AquaSafe Goldfish version. AquaSafe also neutralizes chloramines by breaking down the bond between chlorine and ammonia. It reduces both fish-toxic chlorine and ammonia components. In addition, it enhances the natural protective slime coating of fish to help wounds heal and protect fish from abrasions. Whether you like our brand or another - never forget to remove the chlorine from water before adding it to your tank. Labels: Tetra Aquarium Supplies
Monday, July 21, 2008 Urinary Incontinence in Pets- CLICK HERE! Urinary Incontinence is an in voluntary loss of control over urination. Bladder incontinence in humans is talked about more and more these days. It used to be a taboo subject not that long ago. (Can you say Detrol?) There is little written about bladder control problems in pets though. When your pet has urinary incontinence, it may cause your pet to urinate often throughout the entire day and night, or urinate without even knowing it. Urinary incontinence is not inappropriate urination (a behavioral problem) and it is not an urinary tract infection or submissive urination. Submissive urination is when a pet pees when they are yelled at or scared. A veterinarian may need to test your pet to distinguish between urinary incontinence and other urination problems like submission urination or a urinary tract infection. Before getting too upset with your previously potty trained dog .. be sure to check with the vet that it is not one of these problemsIncontinence in dogs in most cases is primary sphincter mechanism incontinence due to the weakness of the urethral muscle. It is commonly seen in middle aged medium to large-size spayed female dogs. Signs of urinary incontinence in pets include:
Treatment for incontinence in pets varies based on what’s causing the urination problem. Urinary tract infections are treated with antibiotics. If your pet has urethral weakness, your veterinarian may prescribe estrogen supplementation or another medication. HomeoPet Leaks No More is specifically for urinary incontinence or "leaking" and is a homeopathic remedy. This is worth trying before jumping into surgery or estrogen supplements. There are many Dog Diapers on the market that can help. Urine-off makes a remarkable product that will stop the odor and remove urine stains. Urine-Off contains bacteria and enzymes that were painstakingly isolated and selected specifically for their appetite for the urine salt crystal. Labels: Cat Urinary Tract and Bladder Health, Urine-Off
Friday, July 18, 2008 Dog Agility Training - A Bonding Experience- CLICK HERE! Agility Training for Dogs is Gaining Popularity as it Follows the past of Equestrian Training Agility is a sport in which a handler or owner directs a dog through an obstacle course. The sport of agility was originally based on equestrian events, and is now enjoyed by many dogs and human owners or handlers around the world. In the US, agility training is gaining popularity at a speedy rate. There are a variety of events and contests involving different combinations of obstacles and courses. A standard dog agility course will use nearly every type of obstacle, while a tunnelers course will be only tunnels, a jumpers course will be mostly jumps. Most well known throughout the United States are the jumping courses. Any breed of dog or mix of breeds (your mutt can do it too!) can enjoy agility training. Some breed personalities and body types may be better suited to competitive agility success. There is no need to compete if you or your dog is not suited. Many owners and dogs get tremendous enjoyment with just training (and showing off to the neighbors and relatives). While “any” dog can enjoy agility, there are some considerations regarding your dog’s age and overall health. Tremendously overweight dogs should get a clean bill of health before training. Talk to a vet. Also - many senior dogs are able to enjoy agility into their senior years, but you should talk to your vet to determine if agility is safe for your senior dog. Puppies Should Wait! Puppies have soft bone plates in their joints. These bone plates need time to solidify, similar to the skull plates in human babies. Therefore, puppies are not allowed to compete in agility and should not train like adult dogs. Some agility basics can be taught to puppies for fun. Puppy agility training should be done with a professional and more and more “puppy agility” classes are popping up around the US. Puppies can attend obedience classes prior to agility training so that they are ready to accept more complex commands. They should understand some basic obedience commands, particularly sit, stay, come, and down before starting training. A great bonding experience - but remember .... safety first! Save $5.00 on all agility training equipment and training treats that total over $75.00 at GregRobert. Coupon code: michbiz Labels: Agility Training
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