http://petsupplies.about.com/ Get the latest headlines from the About.com http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hh http://www.about.com/ 118 20 en-us 2013-05-12T15:21:36Z Sun, 12 May 2013 15:21:36 +0000 hourly 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/14/thyroid-medicine-for-dogs-recalled-thyro-tabs-by-lloyd-inc.htm <p>If you have a dog on thyroid medication, make sure it's not Thyro-Tabs in any package or lot number that falls into the follow list. The medication has been recalled because of concerns that it won't be effective throughout the entire expected shelf life, according to <a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://www.petmd.com/news/alerts-recalls/nws-dg-update-lloyd-inc-recalls-select-thyro-tabs-lots#.UY1Wq8qwVTm">PetMD:</a></p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/14/thyroid-medicine-for-dogs-recalled-thyro-tabs-by-lloyd-inc.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/14/thyroid-medicine-for-dogs-recalled-thyro-tabs-by-lloyd-inc.htm Tue, 14 May 2013 14:42:04 +0000 2013-05-14T14:42:04Z http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/12/three-common-dog-behaviors-explained.htm <p>Yesterday, I explored three cute kitty behaviors that have a purpose behind them. Now let's look at three things done by dogs:</p> <p><b>Rolling in stinky things:</b> Dogs seem to have an insatiable desire to find stinky things and roll in them. As humans, we cringe at that behavior, but it makes perfect sense to canines. Besides giving them a good full-body scratch, it disguises their scent, which came in handy back in the days when they were hunters sneaking up on prey. It also alerts other dogs to your pup's exciting find, since they'll smell it on him.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/12/three-common-dog-behaviors-explained.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/12/three-common-dog-behaviors-explained.htm Sun, 12 May 2013 15:21:36 +0000 2013-05-12T15:21:36Z http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/11/three-cute-kitty-behaviors-explained.htm <p>You probably already know that purring generally means your cat is happy (although it can also signify that the cat is in pain) and that scratching a post (or your furniture) is a way for your pet to remove claw sheathes and keep its claws healthy, but those are just a couple of signature kitty behaviors.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/11/three-cute-kitty-behaviors-explained.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/11/three-cute-kitty-behaviors-explained.htm Sat, 11 May 2013 22:58:04 +0000 2013-05-11T22:58:04Z http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/09/no-the-half-cat-on-google-street-view-isnt-real.htm <p>In yet another Photoshop hoax, the world of the Interwebz was buzzing this week over a bizarre "half cat" supposedly caught on a Google Street View camera. You can see the viral photo for yourself below. It appeared on the <a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://google-street-view.com/new-cat-species-found-on-google-street-view/">Google Street View Blog,</a> where it caused a stir as it was quickly passed around via Facebook, Twitter, and other social media sites:</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/09/no-the-half-cat-on-google-street-view-isnt-real.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/09/no-the-half-cat-on-google-street-view-isnt-real.htm Thu, 09 May 2013 18:42:27 +0000 2013-05-09T18:42:27Z http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/08/are-chinese-dog-treats-ever-safe-consider-three-these-points.htm <p>Chinese dog treats have gotten a very bad reputation because of recalls and anecdotal evidence linking them to illness, and even death. Is it ever safe to give your pet food or treats from China? Here's how to make sure a product is high quality, based on guidelines from Scott Pet, the company behind <a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://petsupplies.about.com/od/dogtreats/fr/Pork-Chomps-Make-A-Great-Rawhide-Alternative-For-Dogs.htm">Pork Chomps pig skin chews:</a></p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/08/are-chinese-dog-treats-ever-safe-consider-three-these-points.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/08/are-chinese-dog-treats-ever-safe-consider-three-these-points.htm Wed, 08 May 2013 21:02:26 +0000 2013-05-08T21:02:26Z http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/06/great-life-dog-food-withdrawal-is-not-quite-a-recall.htm <p>Great Life Performance Pet Products has pulled two products from store shelves, but the action is not an official recall. You won't find Great Life Grain Free Buffalo and Dr. E's Grain Free Buffalo at retailers who abide by the company's request that they withhold the products from sale.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/06/great-life-dog-food-withdrawal-is-not-quite-a-recall.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/06/great-life-dog-food-withdrawal-is-not-quite-a-recall.htm Mon, 06 May 2013 12:11:14 +0000 2013-05-06T12:11:14Z http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/05/top-two-automatic-litter-boxes.htm <p>Automatic litter boxes are skyrocketing in popularity as people struggle with busy schedules that make it hard to find time for scooping. I've reviewed several different kinds of automatic litter boxs, both of the manual and electric varieties, and found that they have their pros and cons.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/05/top-two-automatic-litter-boxes.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/05/top-two-automatic-litter-boxes.htm Sun, 05 May 2013 15:09:02 +0000 2013-05-05T15:09:02Z http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/04/enjoy-these-10-dog-and-puppy-product-videos.htm <p>The other day, I posted a list of 10 videos on products for cat and kitten care. I certainly don't want to leave out dog and puppy owners, so if you have a canine companion, <a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://petsupplies.about.com/od/dogs/tp/10-Essential-Videos-For-Dogs-Owners.htm">here's a link</a> to a video list just for you. You'll find information on choosing food, toys, pest control products, and much more.</p> http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/04/enjoy-these-10-dog-and-puppy-product-videos.htm Sat, 04 May 2013 22:05:38 +0000 2013-05-04T22:05:38Z http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/02/check-out-these-cat-and-kitten-videos.htm <p>Did you know I have many helpful videos on my About.com Pet Supplies site? If not, and if you own a cat or kitten, I recommend checking out this <a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://petsupplies.about.com/od/cats/tp/10-Helpful-Cat-And-Kitten-Care-Videos.htm">list of 10 videos</a> on products to help you care for your feline friend. Topics range from choosing food and toys to meeting your cat's nutritional needs and caring for senior kitties.</p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/02/check-out-these-cat-and-kitten-videos.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/05/02/check-out-these-cat-and-kitten-videos.htm Thu, 02 May 2013 21:13:03 +0000 2013-05-02T21:13:03Z http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/04/23/pet-parents-day-is-april-28-celebrate-with-an-e-card.htm <p>Pet Parents Day is just around the corner. This day that honors those of us who consider our pets family comes each year on April 28. If you'd like to acknowledge your favorite pet lover, check out the cute e-cards on the Veterinary Pet Insurance (VPI) <a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://www.facebook.com/VeterinaryPetInsurance">Facebook page.</a></p>...<p><a href="http://clk.about.com/?zi=1/1hc&#038;zu=http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/04/23/pet-parents-day-is-april-28-celebrate-with-an-e-card.htm">Read Full Post</a></p> http://petsupplies.about.com/b/2013/04/23/pet-parents-day-is-april-28-celebrate-with-an-e-card.htm Tue, 23 Apr 2013 20:08:58 +0000 2013-04-23T20:08:58Z