• 06 Jan Clean up After your Dog with Earth Friendly Poop Bags from Mynetpets

    It seems for every cup of dog food Orson eats, he poops three cups.  I do not know where it all comes from, but what I do know is we use a lot of poop bags.  When Mynetpets sent me their bags to try, I......

  • 04 Jun Anicura Natural Products Nourish Your Dog’s Skin

    Anicura deep cleansing dog shampoo is a natural skin therapy that smells great.  Not only will the shampoo clean up your dirty dog, these products help heal dry, scaly, and itchy skin.  Importantly, Anicura is free of steroids, hormones, cortisones, peroxides, alcohol, parabens, and antibiotics.......

  • 16 Oct Fun and Durable Dog Toys from OoMaLoo

    OoMaLoo dog toys have been Xuma and Orson tested and approved — they give them two paws-up! The first thing that impressed me about these toys is the squeaker.  It is not your typical squeaker; it is made from non-toxic materials exclusively for OoMaLoo.  The squeaker......

  • 21 Aug SuperZoo Pet Convention

    SuperZoo, a pet retail convention, recently wrapped its largest show to date in Las Vegas.  It was my first year attending SuperZoo and it was fun.  I met pet retailers who have innovative new products, cheered a friend who competed in the Rescue Rodeo grooming......

  • Something to chew on - orson collar

    31 Jul The Best Soft Dog Cone Alternative to the Plastic E-Collars

    I pick up my dog at the veterinarian’s office and he is wearing the cone of shame. My heart sinks.  I dislike the e-collars probably more than the dogs do.  I understand the importance of protecting the injury or surgical site, but it seemed to......

  • 05 Jun Dr. Rainey’s Favorite Healthy Dog Food Recommendations

    Veterinarian Katie Rainey and Michelle Roache, authors of the Complete Dog Food Reference Guide and owners and operators of Metro Pet Spa, share the following recommendations for dog food.   The list is in random order, except the first three foods are Dr. Rainey’s personal preference, but......

  • Something to Chew On — Xuma

    22 Mar Pet Health Insurance Options Continue to Improve

    Years ago there were few companies that provided pet health insurance and the coverage offered was limited.  Thanks to the booming pet industry, there are now several companies that provide different types of affordable coverage.  As more people purchase pet insurance, the insurance pool grows,......

  • 18 Jan Harness and Leash by Planet Dog

    We have used the hemp harness and leash by Planet Dog for a couple of years and really like them. The hemp is flexible, not stiff and the harness and handhold is lined with fleece adding extra comfort and an easy grip. The harness is......