Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Purchase 40 pack 27.5" x 35.5" Extra Large Gridlock Housebreaking Wee Wee Pads


Months later, I am still having post-traumatic stress from finding a curly tailed smashed mouse within the layers of a Gridlock pad...but I am happy to tell you that I have discovered many USA made under-pads made for humans which are larger and cheaper than these filthy, China made pads.
I purchased directly from Dig it, and when I spoke to them they were as unconcerned with this incident as the Chinese manufacturers of the pet food ingredient that killed thousands of our countries dogs and cats a couple of years ago, so I wouldn't be surprised if these pads also contained carcinogenic ingredients - these people just don't care - their one and only goal is to get as much cash out of our pockets as possible with as little expenditure to them as possible, no matter who it KILLS!!!!Get more detail about 40 pack 27.5" x 35.5" Extra Large Gridlock Housebreaking Wee Wee Pads.

Order Cat Soft Claws Nail Caps Medium 10-15 Lbs Natural Color


The softpaws are easy to apply but they are definitely not a permanent solution. My cat didn't seem to mind them much at first but after about a week she began biting them off. Now that she knows she can pull them off they only stay on for a few days. If you're looking for a temporary solution while you train the cat they're perfect, but they're not a long-term solution.Get more detail about Cat Soft Claws Nail Caps Medium 10-15 Lbs Natural Color.

Monday, August 30, 2010

Where To Buy MultiVet Spray Commander Remote Training System


I had to reorder the product because I thought it was broke. I found out later the one sent had bad batteries in it.Get more detail about MultiVet Spray Commander Remote Training System.

Shop For Feline Soft Claws Nail Caps Sm Pink


I love these softclaws! They keep the cat from doing any damage when she scratches at the wall to wake me up in the morning. I didn't want to get her declawed because it is very cruel to to that, so these softclaws are a great solution! They are fairly easy to apply, but instead of using the glue that comes with them, I use superglue.Get more detail about Feline Soft Claws Nail Caps Sm Pink.

Sunday, August 29, 2010

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I have 10 dogs and was always worried about them getting out of my yard somehow. After I bought and installed this product my worries are over. The dogs were shocked only a few times until they learned where the boundries were. After that they wouldn't even try to leave the yard with the collars on.

All of my 10 collars have been working well for over a year now and have only needed recharging twice. Every other system I looked at, had some expense associated with it, like special batteries or rechargable collars so there is a price to pay with all of them, but the costs are almost the same between the different systems.

The installation of the boundry wire is the hardest part with setting the system up, but that is going to depend on your property.

I also own a wireless system that I wouldn't recommend to anyone. If there are trees on the property, you have a metal roof, buildings or uneven terrain they don't work well in my experience. After my dogs escaped twice through a dead spot I gave up on them. I don't think they are ready for the real world yet, but I am keeping an open mind because the installation is effortless.


This system works well and works everytime. For me with 10 dogs and about $1000 of related expenses every 2 years or so, I would not be without it.
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PetSafe Training Systems Probe Pack Review


Cheap fix for an expensive collar. None of the prongs were the same length as the original, but the short set work fine and are probably more comfortable for my awesome pooch Woody.Get more detail about PetSafe Training Systems Probe Pack.

Saturday, August 28, 2010

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I have two dogs that would bark at anything near our house for no apparent reason. Yelling did not silence them immediately. It was a nuisance. After a couple of weeks of using the Dog Silencer Pro, the barking has almost stopped so It's definitely having an affect on them.Get more detail about Dog Silencer Pro Ultimate Pack.

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These worked like a charm after the dog had experience with an activated scat mat. We bought these to "block off" additional parts of the house. It is extremely rare for her to cross the boundary. We planned to switch one with the activated one if she did cross it but she hasn't even done it enough times to do that. This does not have the lines that the real one does. Seems like they could have at least drawn fake "wires" running through it, but she didn't seem to notice. By the way, I have tried just plain thick plastic from the fabric store before and it was not as effective. I guess this looks more like the real shock mat.Get more detail about PetSafe Dummy ScatMat Dog Training Mat, Large.

Friday, August 27, 2010

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We've tried a ton of bark collars for our black and tan coonhound and this is the best so far. She definitely barks a lot less, and when she does bark, she doesn't do so for as long as she used to. As long as the collar is snug, she gets the correction when needed. We have had some problems with the collar shocking her when she is not barking, though. Every once in a while, if she is playing rough or bounding about it will give a correction for no reason. We're playing around with the settings to see if we can make it less sensitive in that respect. Otherwise, the collar does what it is supposed to and keeps our very stubborn dog much quieter than we've ever known her to be.Get more detail about Tri Tronics Bark Limiter G3 Electronic Dog Collar.

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This is an excellent training tool. My 1 year old female Siamese cat will follow the green ball at the end of the clicker stick wherever I point it. As a matter of fact, she is quite infatuated with it! I have been able to leash-train her using it as well as teach her to follow a designed course throughout my apartment. The green ball is especially useful at times when the cat is distracted during training sessions, as it seems to draw her attention back to the training task.Get more detail about Premier Click Stick Dog Trainer - Purple.

Thursday, August 26, 2010

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I hated the old clickers where you have to stick your finger in the slot to click. I'd always delay. But these are great. It can be in your hand any old way and you can click. You could even do it with your foot if you wanted. Great innovation, thanks!Get more detail about Karen Pryor i Click Training Clickers - 4 Pack.

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Miracle worker would be a good title for this CD. Within 2 days of playing the CD, our Tweedy Bird (very original) began to sing.
After 10 days, we won't stop. We love it. First time we ever had a canary and the experience has been magnificent. Of course, the bird must be a male, from what I read.Get more detail about Feathered Phonics Volume 7: The Easy Way To Teach Your Canary To Sing.

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

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I have tried so many pet (cat specifically) urine odor solutions that I was a little skeptical about this one after lifting the lid and not smelling much of anything. Firstly, the stuff really doesn't have to smell to neutralize odor smells and that is the beauty of FON.

We have just taken in a stray tuxedo cat that makes our indoor colony 6 now. All have been integrated and get along. Now we have a new little boy to integrate and he is doing what any new anxious cat in an unfamiliar territory with other cats would do -- he is marking. I have to say that FON really works to mellow the urine "Tomcat" spray out. It's amazing. I use so many other products from Nature's Miracle Stain and Odor Remover 32 fl oz to other types as well and I decided to buy this from my vet and give it a try.

I used my Urine Off LED Urine Finder to find the trails and spots and was able to spray the FON formula right on the trails and spots. FON has done an amazing job of making Tuxedo Joe's "safe space" less noxiously smelling. This is something we all appreciate.

I have added this to my arsenal of kitty stuff because it really is amazing. It works, and that is a good thing!

5 stars.Get more detail about FON (Feline Odor Neutralizer) Spray (8 oz).

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Tuesday, August 24, 2010

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This collar is eveything that it says it is. I originally thought that it was defective because it was not charging, or so I thought. After calling PetSafe customer service they sent out a replacement immediately even though I purchased it through Amnazon. Great customer service! Meanwhile, I tried one more time and I must have been doing something wrong because it charged and worked as it should have. I waited a week to be sure everything was working properly and I returned the replacment using the prepaid label they sent to be used on the defective unit. The battery life is good but I turn the collar off when not in use. It's been a life saver!Get more detail about PetSafe PDT00-11876 Venture Series Big Dog Remote Trainer, 400-Yard Range.

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I love my fence! Super easy to install . . . I installed it by myself on 1/2 acre in an afternoon. Don't pull it too tight. Super easy to train! Take the time to do this and you'll be glad you did. If you short-cut it, you will have wasted your money. I had an extremely stubborn lab that I contained with it. You have to get a little "creative" with the most stubborn. At a vet's suggestion, I put the collar around his middle on the second to the lowest setting & gradually increased it as needed. Once he was zapped a couple times, he was good to go! Invest in the line break locator for the future. It will make finding any breaks a breeze and save a lot of time. If I ever move, this will be my first new home purchase!!!Get more detail about Petsafe PRFA-500 Wire and Flag Accessory Kit.

Monday, August 23, 2010

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This collar has saved a lot of anger in the middle of the night with our constantly barking Pyrenees. It does not hurt her, but it gives just enough of a buzz to remind her to shush until it comes off of her neck.

We have had to buy multiple collars because of our own forgetfulness, leaving it on her when we let the house dog out who proceeds to pull it off of her and use it as a chew toy.

Just make sure that it is tight enough to touch the skin through the fur and do not leave it on the dog for more than is absolutely necessary. I believe the instructions say no more than 12 or 14 hours at a time.

Our dog is now allowed to stay in the city limits without noise citations and we are able to get a good night of sleep without having to yell at her every 15 minutes. :-)Get more detail about PetSafe Big Dog Bark Control Collar.

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Have been using these pads for two years now. They are great - we use them with a tray that holds them in place. Our backyard is all pool and patio, and we didn't want to be walking the dog in the rain, cold, etc. So we have pad trained our dog from the beginning. She is about 14 lbs and these are perfect for her. We have two trays that we rotate - she uses one, we lean it against the wall to dry and put down the other one. That way there is always a fairly dry one there for her to use. Poop is easy to clean up - just pick up with a wet wipe and flush. She can usually use the pads 2-3 times before we have to change them (except for those occassional GIANT urinations). They control the odor well and are easy to change.Get more detail about Simple Solution Stay At Home Adult Training Pads, 24-Count.

Sunday, August 22, 2010

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Works great, keeps me from getting a report from the vet that my cat bit the assistant and then having to fill out a report to the Health Department and a rabies check up from the vet.Get more detail about Guardian Gear Lined Cat Muzzle Med 6-12 Lbs.

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We purchased this product after receiving quotes for invisibile fences costing $1,300. The instalation is easy and anyone can do it. All you need is typical side walk edger to cut a slit in the ground to stick the wire in. We installed the main unit in the garage and drilled a hole thru the wall for the wires. I purcased conduit separately to protect the wire until it reached the ground. You should also consider purchasing asphault filler to cover the wire along the gap between the driveway and sidewalk. Overall the installtion took me 5 hours by myself with the majority of the time dedicated to putting the wire in the ground. This was easy but time consuming. Training our dog was also very easy and we could let him loose in the yard after only three training sesions. After we installed our fence, many of our neighbors also were convinced that they could do it as well. By doing this yourself, you can realize savings of $200/hr compared to paying someone else to do it for you. We are very satisfied and would recommed this product to everyone with a small dog. One of our neighbors went for the professional installation and had it installed three weeks before we did. Our dog was trained well before their's as their company had to come out each time to adjust the settings on the collar as they we not able to control it themselves. If you have any ablity with tools, you can do this yourself.Get more detail about Petsafe PIG00-10773 In-Ground Deluxe Little-Dog Fence with Collar, Transmitter and Boundary System.

Friday, August 20, 2010

Purchase Designer Quick Access Treat 'N Training Bag - Colors May Vary


The French hinges on this treat bag fail in about a month. The hinges are designed to pop open so your hand can get inside without delay, then pop shut with just a little pressure on the outside of the bag. When the hinges break, the bag will fail to stay open, but it won't be sealed tightly closed like it is designed to. This wouldn't be terrible if it didn't scrape your hand on the way in and out of the bag. I usually continue to use the bag until the hinges completely fail and the bag just falls open, at which point it is next to useless and needs to be replaced.

If you are going to be using this bag on a near daily basis, do not expect it to last more than a month or two before the hinges fail.

That said, the hinges they use seem to be the same as the other brands of treat bags of this type; they all fall apart all too quickly. I choose Outward Hound because of the reflective piping, the soft edges of the bag which do not poke your arms, and the good customer service at Kyjen (the maker of these bags). When I complained about this problem, they sent me a new bag at no cost.Get more detail about Designer Quick Access Treat 'N Training Bag - Colors May Vary.

Thursday, August 19, 2010

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This worked very well. Has an odor, but I didn't find it offensive. The only problem was that I wanted to use it around my ankle, and it barely fit. (I have fairly small ankles). I put it on my backpack during a camping trip and even though there were mosquitos around, I did not get bitten, which is highly unusual for me.Get more detail about Bugchaser Wrist Band Strip Deet Free Insect Repellent - 1/ Pack, 12 Pack.

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I ordered two Multivet anti-bark dog collars, and received one dog collar, and one cat collar. The package arrived later than promised by USPS. Bottom line: All is correct now, and my refund was credited to my charge card. (I kept the dog collar, returned the cat collar) It took a while to get this corrected, but it is done. I am particularly impressed with PetSafe/Multivet's concern over the less-than-complimentary review I wrote earlier. I hope my statements now reverse what I wrote earlier. Everything is fine! I will buy another dog collar, no problem!I am very impressed with the concern over my initial review, and the immediate action to make things happy.

The collars were purchased through Amazon. I am impressed that this was handled so nicely.Get more detail about Multivet Anti bark Citronella Spray Collar Valuepack 2 Refills 3 Batteries.

Wednesday, August 18, 2010

Shop For Lambert Kay Boundary Indoor/Outdoor Cat Repellent


I had a friend who swore by this product, so I purchased it and used it on wood furniture and the back of chairs (my cat loves to scratch wood furniture). While it worked when the furniture was damp, he would inevitably go over and sniff the area and touch it with his paws, and the next morning would scratch again. My friend had mentioned re-application, so it was this point I read the back (should have done that first). There is a warning for users to call poison control if the stuff gets on your skin because the ingredients are dangerous when absorbed. I then researched the chemical, here's a link to epa fact sheet ([...]). The warning is required by EPA because it is classified as a toxic chemical - but it seems there's no risk when inhaling and toxicity is very low.

While my research does ease my fears on the safety of the product, I think it's best that each consumer make the decision of whether to use the product based on their cat's personality. My cat will try to taste and eat things when he doesn't recognize them, and nips faces and hands as signs of affection. Based on that, boundary is too much of a risk for me.

For those with cat's similar to mine, purchasing the organic sprays as an alternative is not recommended - while they don't have a sent, they don't really work. My cat will avoid when area is damp, but walk over it once it's dried. So now we have a scratch board with catnip, that he loves, double sided tape, that he tries to eat but does keep him from scratching, we clip his claws regularly, and we purchased a large accent rug that we encourage him to scratch with treats and positive reinforcement.

The chemical used in Boundary has been around since 1966 and it hasn't not caused serious harm to pets, but follow your gut if you know your cat is persistent and curious.Get more detail about Lambert Kay Boundary Indoor/Outdoor Cat Repellent.

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Although I don't doubt that the product works to quiet dogs, the design is extremely feeble and it is difficult to use. I agree with other users on the fact that an ON/OFF switch added to the timer would be a much smarter approach to using the product. Although it is possible to find tricks to turn on the product (for example, setting the timer ON a couple of minutes after the current real time) it would be much easier to simply have a switch. As far as the barking goes, the dogs next door are indeed quieter since I started using the product. However, they still bark a little bit. I think a newer generation of this device, with a better, stronger design; an ON/OFF switch; a real weather-proof digital display (I have used the product for less than three weeks and the display is already a bit fuzzy!); as well as better ultrasonic speakers (to really quiet dogs down!) would greatly improve what today I see as a SOMEWHAT MEDIOCRE PRODUCT.Get more detail about Lentek Super Bark Free Pro Series Dog Training Device.

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

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Our cats are generally very well behaved but since we got a second cat, the two play so rigorously that sometimes they damage the surrounding furniture. We were concerned about our leather couches, otherwise, everything else was fine. The covers themselves do a perfect job of really blunting the nails, they try to scratch but not even the slightest nick shows!

Application was a tricky part. The front paws are easy since you can nestle the cat between your legs as you kneel down and make a V shape out of them. The hind legs are harder and is a two person job because our cats do resist. You may have to make do with a few hind nails at a time. I tried doing them all at once and Snowy got so emotionally upset about it, so I gave him a generous treat that day.

They also fell off more quickly that I expected. Within a few days, half of them fell off, but maybe next time I'll try to trim their nails shorter so the cap fits on more snugly, there were a few nails that were still on the longer end.

And the third issue is what has been the biggest concern that some already mentioned. Maybe I did not apply the caps well enough, but one day, Snowy got his nail caught in a loop of carpet. He was so distressed and screaming his little head off. He kept yanking to get his paw away but I got it out of the carpet for him by pulling forward then back because of how the nails curve.

I am debating just getting slip covers for the couches and resuming to regular nail trimming since that is the only problem. They miss scratching their scratching posts (it is a source of leisure and exercise for them too), dislike having these put on especially if these fall off so fast anyways, and the event with getting stuck at the carpet was very scary. Oh yes, the price I find to be high. $20 for 40 and having to continuously replace those can get costly. Or, if I do try it again, I would be sure to cut their nails shorter for a more snug fit, maybe they will stay on longer then.Get more detail about Cat Soft Claws Nail Caps Blue Medium 10-15 LBs.

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We wanted something safe to use for our minature poodle who appeared to be very afraid of anyone besides our immediate family. He would bark constantly at everybody and anybody who came to visit. This product worked wonderfully for us and for him. We put the collar on him when we know someone is coming over. Initially he barks 2-3 times before he realizes that he is doing that to himself and then he stops. He actually becomes more sociable because of this. It's almost as if his own barking scared HIM! It's easy to use, easy to refill (and we do that everytime we take his collar of him, so it's ready to go the next time). I would recommend this product - it's safe and it worked!Get more detail about Premier Spray Sense Refill Kit.

Monday, August 16, 2010

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dogs were interested in the whistle at close range...I paired the whistle with a reward with the intent of using the whistle for a recall, I then built up distance

WELL turns out the dog aren't hearing anything but the air excaping the whistle, so once they were 10-15 feet away the thing was useless since they could no longer hear it.


fun to watch them cock their heads, but useless for training...I have since started using a normal whistle with great success.Get more detail about SportDog European-Style Silent Whistle.

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When I bought this, I thought it was just compressed air, but it isn't. It contains HFC134A refrigerant...and yes, it's damaging to the environment and not entirely safe unless you take caution when using it.

Another product called the Pet convincer uses compressed co2 cartridges, so it is refillable and not dangerous nor is it damaging to the environment. The pet convincer costs more up front but the refill cartridges are cheap and plentiful.

I don't recommend the pet corrector unless you can't find the pet convincer anywhere. I bought both products and they both arrived in the last 2 days. I tried both and the pet convincer seemed to be more effective even though the Pet Corrector product gave off a much more powerful sounding hiss.

I think this product is basically the same as the compressed gas you can buy for cleaning computer keyboards and the pet corrector is more expensive than the typical can of "compressed air".

If you don't care about the potential danger of this product, it does seem to be effective. It seems to be a workable way to correct your dog from unwanted behavior, but I don't like the fact that it uses a refrigerant.

The 50 ml cannister is a very handy size and my big dissapointment stems from the fact that it's not compressed air as I thought when I ordered it.

Get more detail about Pet Corrector Pet Behavioral Training Aid.

Sunday, August 15, 2010

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This product is great! I have two dogs and (except for bikes and balls with one of my dogs), my dogs are quiet. We tried a shock collar with the more difficult dog, and it didn't work at all. Thanks.Get more detail about Multivet refill Citronella Recharge Premier Spray.

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Saturday, August 14, 2010

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I have a large dog, and these pads don't always contain moisture at the edges. They work fairly well when hit squarely in the center, but required frequent mopping to clean spillovers in the area. I won't buy these pads again.Get more detail about Hartz Antibacterial Training Pads for Large Dogs, 30 Pads.

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This is an amazing tunnel! My dog is very skittish and doesn't like to feel "trapped" in something. But this tunnel allowed me to adjust it easily to different lengths.(I had an old pop up tunnel) This can obviously be turned into practically any shape and can be curved, but it must be staked down. This tunnel should be staked with the included stakes to stand up. This was a great buy and I was very please to find the image and the product the same! GREAT PRODUCT! I HIGHLY reccomend it!Get more detail about 18' Dog Agility Training Tunnel.

Friday, August 13, 2010

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The product is packaged well and the collar is easy to put on the dog. The citronella worked one day and not after that. When my dog wouldn't stop trying to get out of the car I yelled at him (he's deaf) and I got a shot in the face. Smelled good. Alas my dog is not disturbed by citronella and I liked it.

I have to find another method to stop his barking.Get more detail about 2 Pack Spray Sense Citronella Refill (Formerly Gentle Spray) - 3 oz.

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Thursday, August 12, 2010

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I have yet to put this product to the test, as the electrodes which protrude 3/4 of an inch out the back of the unit against the dog's neck appear quite intimidating. An average stun gun has smaller electrodes. I'm sure that when fitted properly it will perform as suggested.Get more detail about Small Dog Bark Collar With Advanced Progressive Sound and Shock Bark Collar.

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These are a great alternative to declawing and relatively easy to apply if you have a somewhat reasonable cat. If you can cut your cats claws, you can put these on. They are supposed to last until the cat naturally sheds their claws--about four weeks. The problem I've found is, you don't know where in your cat's claw shedding cycle you are when you put them on. Within a week, our cats usually have one or two off, whether from normal wear or getting them caught on something we don't know. So there is some maintenance involved. Still, I would MUCH rather deal with this than go through a cruel declaw process. I was a Vet Tech and I assisted in thousands of declaws over the years. I just can't approve of them anymore.Get more detail about Feline Soft Claws Nail Caps Med Pink.

Wednesday, August 11, 2010

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I own the wireless version of this fence from PetSafe. It works. The wired version doesn't because it's too hard to install.

I spent an entire afternoon digging a trench around my yard only to find out how difficult it was to get the wire into the ground. I could easily see the wire coming back out of the ground with a hard rain, which could be problematic when mowing the grass or otherwise.

The setup logistics are also a pain.

The wireless version is plug and play. Get that one if you're in doubt.Get more detail about Petsafe PRF-3004W In-Ground Radio Fence System with Wire and Flags PRF-3004W.

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I have ordered the Puppy Patch for my Chihuahua, Chloe. She started using it right away, so I was thrilled. I used a pad between trays for easier clean up as the box suggested. I take the grass and tray outside daily to rinse it off because the urine odor is pretty stout. After a week I noticed that the grass mat was falling apart and I keep finding loose grass pieces everywhere, which Chloe, of course wants to chew on. I'm afraid if I don't find them right away that she will choke on it. I rinse the patch with water, so I don't think it's anything I did to cause it to fall apart. I like the Puppy Patch because it was very easy to train my puppy with, but I'm not too thrilled with it falling apart after a week. I figured it wouldn't last forever, of course, but a week?Get more detail about Pet Potty Patch.

Tuesday, August 10, 2010

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I think in theory these are a great idea, but as soon as these all fall off, I'm not putting them back on my kitten. They've damaged my relationship with my kitten because it was traumatic to put them on, and because I keep messing with one of them that is problematic. Even though I wasn't able to push the Soft Paw very far back on his claw, it seems to be digging into the sheath when his claw is retracted. It's all red, and I can't get the Soft Paw off. This is really bothering me and it's bothering my kitten that I keep grabbing him to try to get the thing off.Get more detail about Soft Claws Paws for KITTENS 1st Year - Clear Natural - up to 5 lbs.

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One must take the time to sift through reviews of marginal relevance. If someone purchases a product, installs it, uses it for an hour, a day, or a week, can that person deliver a valuable review of said product? I do not purchase items with the expectation of them lasting a short period of time. What follows is a long term commentary on Innotek's Contain N' Train inground pet fencing system.

We purchased this exact model in 2008. The reviews describing unacceptable battery life are correct. Additionally, this company's technology is unreliable. At first the collar and remote operated as advertised. After about 2 weeks we noticed the collar would not operate once removed from the charger - the red light would stay on. The manual states this is a self test failure - just need to place back on charger and then remove to reset. This became very frequent, sometimes would not be corrected by placing back on the charger, and was not acceptable. I called the company Innotek, and they admitted it was faulty and sent a new one - I had to send the faulty one back. Everything was fine until another 5-6 months had passed. The new collar started to do the same thing but was much more sporadic - would not work once every few days and would correct itself if placed back on the charger. I thought great, this product is malfunctioning AGAIN. Also, the collar was requiring charging more frequently than when brand new, so I knew the battery was developing a problem. Originally, it required charging every few weeks as I recall, but now was requiring it once per week. The fencing itself seemed to functioning as intended. I would periodically check it to ensure it was working. The dog only went through the fence a couple times and was shocked as he ran through it. He learned to respect the boundary. Most problems encountered by this time were with the collar itself.

We then had a baby. Well, the dog (cavapoo) was given to a relative because it started peeing and pooping on all of the baby's items. We tried showering it with attention, then discipline, etc but still was occurring after several months. The relative took the collar and remote. The remote's red button had poor durability. After about one year from the original purchase, the plastic covering over the button had broken; the button still worked but the housing was cracked and looked poor. Also, I noticed that the range of the remote was significantly less than when it was new. This was even though NEW batteries were placed in the remote and several different brands were tried in an attempt to improve range. The battery in the collar itself was lasting only about one day before indicating a recharge necessary. I had followed the instructions regarding recharging explicitly in an effort to avoid developing "battery memory". I only charged it when the light glowed red indicating a charge was necessary (never charged when the light was amber which indicates 60-20% charge remaining). The relative was instructed on this as well. Long story short, the collar and remote were completely kaputt in less than 18 months. Completely unacceptable for a product costing north of $325. This company is not ready for Prime Time; I will not be purchasing another Innotek product.Get more detail about Innotek Ultrasmart Contain and Train.

Monday, August 9, 2010

Buying Agility-in-a-Bag Set


I've only tried part of this, but my dog seems to enjoy jumping over the bar and I'm really enjoying it. I think it will help her lose weight. It arrived on time (actually early) and was exactly what I was expecting.Get more detail about Agility-in-a-Bag Set.

Buy Puppy Training Pads by Simple Solution - 50 pad pack 23" X 24"


The pads work great. I have3 small dogs and they all use the pads while I am at work if they can not wait until I get home. They are big enough but since I have 3 dogs I spread out 3 of them and it is more than enough. These potty pads are absorbant and bigger than many of the other pads I have tried.Get more detail about Puppy Training Pads by Simple Solution - 50 pad pack 23" X 24".

Saturday, August 7, 2010

Where To Buy 6 Pack of Guardian Gear Kennel Slip Leads 6 Colors


This is a great product for those who like to take their dogs on a nice structured walk. My Siberian Husky completely gives up pulling when wearing one of these. Due to being quite short (which is why i like them), if you want to use these and you want your dog to be able to explore around you these leashes are not for you.Get more detail about 6 Pack of Guardian Gear Kennel Slip Leads 6 Colors.

Friday, August 6, 2010

Innotek ULTRASMART IN GROUND PET FENCING


Overall I am very pleased with this product. It took about six hours to install on a 1/2 acre lot. I used a straight edge shovel. I did not splice the connecting wires to the loop as indicated in the directions, as I had to use additional wire, and needed to use one of the waterproof splices for that purpose. I simply made sure I had enough wire to reach the unit inside the house, and then I cut a slit into a wooden wedge and secured it in the ground approximately three inches at the point of the loop before twisting the wire with the drill as directed. This seemed to make more sense anyway, rather than cutting and splicing unnecessarily.

The training process went fairly quickly, as my Vizsla soon understood the boundaries. I did have an issue with the collar stretching a bit, which resulted in no shock being delivered when he ran after a robin in the next yard. Fortunately I saw this happen, and after tracking him down, I tightened the collar, widened the field, and set the level to medium. He does not venture near the boundary now. The collar has loosened again, so I would recommend checking the fit each time you put it on. The collar issue is why it doesn't get five stars.Get more detail about Innotek ULTRASMART IN GROUND PET FENCING.

Multivet Ssscat Kit Automated Cat Repellent Deterrent Spray + 6 Refills Review


This product is the only thing that really works. My cats are really aware of the cans now, they stay away from the area.Get more detail about Multivet Ssscat Kit Automated Cat Repellent Deterrent Spray + 6 Refills.