by Home Decor on June 20, 2010
Even pets are victims of the fashion trend, it seems. The backpack carrier is the one doing the rounds these days. It combines ease of handling the pet while at the same time making a radical fashion statement. They come in canvas, cotton, faux leather, vinyl and others. They are also available in many sizes; your big dog doesn’t have to feel cramped in a small carrier or your small cat doesn’t have to feel the extra space cumbersome. The backpack carrier is ideal for those of you who want to go trekking, bike riding, or on some nature bound activities that require the use of your hands, along with your pet.
by Home Decor on June 6, 2010
Most pet owners say that collars have become almost indispensable. You may have one for the daily walks and something fancier for special occasions. These are made of leather, cloth and canvas. You get these at most pet supplies stores. You could clean them at home and they have to be sturdy. Most of these are meant only for controlling the pet; to help in obedience training. You should ensure that collars aren’t used to trouble or harm the animal. A major advantage of collaring your pet is that in case it gets lost, people would call you instead of calling the local association for stray animals.
by Home Decor on May 22, 2010
One of the most valuable dog supplies purchase is the invisible fence. An invisible fence consists of wires buried in the ground. There is a transmitter fixed to your pet. The minute it arrives close to the fencing area, the pet is either warned or in some cases ‘shocked’ into going off the underground fence. Some dogs don’t feel the shock and hence the invisible fence may not be a great hit with it. This also involves some behavioral training as the dog should be made to realize that the shock or the alarm is a way to indicate that the particular zone it is heading towards is off limits. And behavioral training, even though essential, isn’t always well received by pets.
by Home Decor on April 3, 2010
It’s important to say farewell to your pet when it passes away. Sometimes you want to have a more tangible thing to say goodbye and give you that closure that you so badly need. A pet urn would be a great thing to have in such an instance. There are plenty of pet urns to choose from and they come in all different shapes, sizes and colors. You also get them in different materials. To add a personal touch you can also get your pet urn custom made, that way it will be truly unique.
by Home Decor on February 16, 2010
It is nice if your dog has a nice fluffy coat. It provides for warmth and is nice to snuggle around. But what happens if it gets too hairy? The fur could become tangled and it could be painful for the dog when you’re combing. A furminator acts as a terminator to such unruly fur. It removes the tangles without hurting your dog and could also be used to trim the excess hair. The undercoat is effectively removed with a furminator. This novel way of removing hair actually reduces shedding of hair. A healthy fur means lesser allergies for your pet and fewer hairballs for you to remove off the carpet or other area in the living room.
by Home Decor on February 15, 2010
It is essential that you choose the appropriate dog cover material for its bed. Cotton is ideal for summer thanks to the fact that it is cool and lightweight. Canvas won’t sag or shrink and it gets softer with time making the dog bed a lot more comfortable. Yarn-dyed plaids are not just colorful but would also keep the nest cozy. Fleece covers can be easily washed. With a double layered cover, the durability is more. Some materials are treated with Teflon to prevent the dog’s hair from getting deposited on the bed. No matter what the material of the dog bed cover is, you have to change it and wash it often.
