General Pet-related Links

[Yes We Can]

Hi All...I'd like to start a thread with general pet/animal links and or information (preferably unrelated to pet massage & cert, as there are threads for adding that kind of info already). Links can be to anything or anyplace pertaining to animals; such as but no limited to: care & grooming products or equipment, specialty retail stores, lodging that accepts pets, cool gadgets, health & nutrition, rescue sites/volunteering info, pampering items, clothing, etc, you name it!

If you've had specific experience, maybe share a little bit about why you're adding the link/info, too (like a blurb about your experience with the product your posting).

Thanks, I look forward to some cool stuff! t045

 

[Buzz Kill]

The Whole Dog Journal

http://www.whole-dog-journal.com/ : A Monthly Guide To Natural Dog Care And Training (I was introduced to this journal earlier this year, it is chock-full of valuable information on all facets of natural dog care. And, although I had already been feeding our Goldens a natural dog food, they also publish an ongoing list of their approved dog foods and why, and then why not for some other commercial brands. You can have the journal snail-mailed, or subscribe online.)

 

[ctea]

Paradise Poochie

http://www.paradisepoochie.com : This is a great unique pet boutique in Saint Augustine, Florida (a friend of mine owns this store). The little white poodle on the front of the website is hers, her name is Sunshine...she's such a cutie-patootie. Debbie has done so well after only 3 years in business that she has opened a second store in another section of St. Augustine. She sells all kinds of hard to find gifts and care items, natural dog & cat foods, and home-made doggie treats (looks like they are fit for a human bakery) that you can also order online. But the funniest thing she sells is clothing! This mostly appeals to small dog owners but you can't imagine how many people put clothes on their dog! I hear from them that their small dogs get cold easily - even in the Florida summer heat they still get chilly - so they actually like the clothing. :

 

[Mercy]

Natural or Wholistic Pet Food

Here are a few links to some natural/wholistic pet foods that I am familiar with (I have used the food, or know pets that are using it). There are many more available. They are considered natural or wholistic/holistic because they contain human grade meats and protien sources, vitamins & minerals, digestive enzymes, healthy oils, and do not contain by-products (renderd or recycled meats) or growth hormones. In some cases there are organic ingredients, meaning nothing contains or was fed pesticides. Researchers believe that the main cause of cancer in pets is directly related to their diet.

http://www.breeders-choice.com/index.htm (this company carries a brand called Pinnacle, this is what our Goldens eat...Trout and Sweet Potato, dry formula)

http://www.solidgoldhealth.com/ (Solid Gold also carries products for horses)

http://www.omhpet.com/ (Wellness brand)

http://www.naturapet.com (brands: California Natural and Innova)

http://www.canidae.com (Canidae brand)

http://www.petpromiseinc.com/products_dog.htm (Pet Promise brand)

http://www.naturalbalanceinc.com/ (Natural Balance brand)

 

[Pompal 09.]

If anyone has pet rabbits, this is a great site:
http://www.ontariorabbits.org
there's some really good diet info, and tons of other rabbit links. I've had my bunny for 4 years, and have been going to this site for probably at least 3 and a half years!

 

[Schrei!]

For greyhound and whippet lovers

http://www.bigorangedog.com

She makes fantastic martingale collars and has some very funky prints/paintings/etc.

 

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Equine Workshop

http://www.birchwoodfarm.us/welcome.shtml (Birchwood Farm Equine Learning Center, Massachusetts)

Quote from website: The Birchwood Farm Equine Learning Center offers various workshops where you can experience equine inspired growth opportunities and gain astonishing insights about yourself and the life you live.

 

[optcynbassist]

http://handicappedpets.com/ - Quote from website: We understand the needs of special pets and help you care for them. There are thousands of people caring for elderly and disabled pets with special needs that include senior, geriatric, disabled, injured, recovering from surgery, terminal illness, or handicapped pets. This site offers all the products, services, support, and resources that our best friends and their caretakers need.

http://www.aspca.org (The American Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals)

 

[bluebacker35]

http://www.mountainroseherbs.com/animal/animal.php

Mountain Rose Herbs - Herbs for our Animal Friends

Catnip toys, Rechargable flea collars, extracts for joint issues, urinary issues, nervous & digestive systems, cool stuff

 

[xXaliciaXx]

Unnecessary Essentials ( http://www.unnecessaryessentials.com/ ) -
Quote from website: Unnecessary Essentials strives to offer stylish pet products while keeping superior quality and comfort in mind. All of our products are hand-made of the finest materials and carefully inspected to ensure the highest quality.

Our collars, harnesses and leads feature unique ribbon designs on durable nylon webbing and are finished with convenient quick release hardware.

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On a personal note, they are a great company. Any of their representatives are easy to talk to and know their products.

 

[read it and weep.]

Thanks alot charity for the rabbit links, I've just received a little rabbit on my birthday.

 

[g_pierce95]

Saw this one today:

Royal Treatment Italian Pet Spa
http://getroyaltreatment.com/