Sunday, October 31, 2010

Cheapest Petsafe RFA-188 Battery 2-Pack


The first time I posted a review about the rip-off $59.99 price for two measly batteries, the price instantly came down to $14.50. As a result, I re-wrote my review and commented that I hoped the sellers would have the decency to refund anyone who purchased at the inflated price. I received a snitty comment from the sellers who claimed they'd never sold it at the inflated price, and yet here we are again, two weeks later, the price is back up to $59.99. Folks, DO NOT buy these batteries here - you can get them for $9.99 each elsewhere on Amazon (see Petsafe RFA-188 3-Volt Lithium Battery Module). And read the reviews before you purchase too - they'll tell you how to make the batteries last longer and how to replace the battery yourself.Get more detail about Petsafe RFA-188 Battery 2-Pack.

Cheap Omega Paw SBE Scratch Box Everest


My cats won't touch this item. I tried cat nip, cat nip spray, putting them on it, playing with them around -near-on top of it. They aren't even impressed with the little ball toy inside. I suppose its just as well; I won't have to worry about replacing the cardboard scratching bed in it. I tried to give it to my friends who have cats but they said they already knew their kitties weren't going to touch it either. It is very cheaply made, the plastic is just barely thick enough to hold its shape. I would rate this a waste of money.Get more detail about Omega Paw SBE Scratch Box Everest.

Saturday, October 30, 2010

Buy Omega Paw SB Scratch Box


My cat really doesn't like the strong smell of catnip but in small amounts like with this scratcher it is the perfect amount to attract him to scratch it and not the many other things in my room.Get more detail about Omega Paw SB Scratch Box.

Friday, October 29, 2010

Purchase The Pet Loo Indoor Yard Pet Toilet 33 " x 33"


I have 3 chihuahuas (2 boys and 1 girl) and I live in a condominium. Prior to the Pet Loo, they were trained to use potty pads while I'm out. This was fine when i had one chihuahua but as I added my other 2 kids, buying the pads became costly. Also, when they use the pads, they get their feet wet or the wee will flow out of the pad on to the bathroom floor. So my fiancee and I looked for an alternative and found this.

I let the dogs inspect the product first then put them on the grass. Then, I took one of the soiled pee pads and rubbed it on the grass. I then removed all the pads and placed the Pet Loo where the pads where. I put the dogs on the grass again one by one making sure they smell the pee that I rubbed on it. By the end of the day, they were using the pad to pee. It took them a 3-4 days more to figure out it was safe to poop on it too. I was so proud and happy because they love it. oh and the boys will pee on it too even if they're used to lifting their leg, they do a combination of squatting and lifting their leg.

PROS:
1. Unlike the other products like the Pet Loo, the plastic foundation is very strong. we travel with it often. it's not flimsy at all and can support the weight of a large dog.
2. It's easy to clean. other products don't have the drainage system that the pet loo has (the cabinet you can remove that contains the wee)
3. It decreases the smell. when using puppy pads, pee is left out in the open and it smells really bad if you don't get to it right away.
4. The dogs don't get their paws wet. since the wee is drained, their feet aren't soaked in it.
5. My dogs found it a no-brainer. they understood what it was, they frequently go on grass so they got it right away. just train them and praise them. don't give up!
6. It's an investment. I don't have to rely on buying pads!
7. Lessens wastage. I don't have to throw away the pads (because I'm not using them) and it lessens garbage (as well as the smell of the garbage)

CONS:
1. You have to buy a separate synthetic grass pad. You must wash the grass and it's helpful to have an extra one to put there while you're drying out the other. BUT this isn't the only reason. the Grass that comes with this order is of poor quality. it just feels like plastic (from thin plastic bags). the separate grass i got from this how ever was nicer and stronger
2. when you first buy it or clean it, the grass will shed quite frequently. I've had it for a while and there's no bald patches but for the first few times, you'll have strands of green plastic falling off

Overall, we are very happy with this product and wish we had it a long time ago. :)Get more detail about The Pet Loo Indoor Yard Pet Toilet 33 " x 33".

Order Molly and Friends "Loft and Round" Premium Handmade 2-Tier Cat Tree with Sisal, Model 34, Beige


Our kitties highly recommend Molly and Friends Cat Furniture. This is the 3rd model we've purchased. They love all of them. We love that they are already assembled and very sturdy.

This model can fit almost anywhere. I put it where they would be able to fly thru the tunnel while chasing each other. Right out of the box, both kitties got on the different tiers to explore. Very good neutral color, no carpet smell and in excellent condition. The box it came in was even still in good shape but I did 1 day shipping so maybe that helped.

Get more detail about Molly and Friends "Loft and Round" Premium Handmade 2-Tier Cat Tree with Sisal, Model 34, Beige.

Thursday, October 28, 2010

Shop For Multivet Anti Bark Spray Collar


I have two small Maltese both about 7 pounds. They barked at everything. I wanted a human way to control the barking and this collar was perfect! It took about 2 times for my dogs to realize a bark = a spary. Now when I put the collar on they are quite and I don't even turn it on anymore!Get more detail about Multivet Anti Bark Spray Collar.

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

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I never write reviews, but this product made me so mad that I decided to write one. I got these to keep my cats off of my countertops and kitchen table. Within minutes of applying the sticky paws, my cat was on the table walking over the sticky tape without hesitation. Now I am trying to remove the tape, but it has left a sticky residue everywhere that won't come off. I've tried rubbing alcohol and dish soap and the sticky residue is still there. I love how it specifically states in the description that it is easily removed and leaves no residue behind. This product was also very expensive and I could barely cover my countertops before running out of the strips. Save your money...if you want to try something like this, try double-sided tape instead. I had no trouble removing that.Get more detail about Sticky Paws Anti Scratch Tape For Furniture.

Synergy Xtreme 4-Ounce Catnip Liquid Review


Save your money. This stuff smells like urine. I spray it on his toys & my cat looks at them & walks away. Xtreme is about as effective as water but smells worse.Get more detail about Synergy Xtreme 4-Ounce Catnip Liquid.

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

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The Spray Commander collar ensures that my dog will respond to my "Come!" even when he's hot on the scent of a squirrel. I don't need to spray him at all--just wearing the collar makes him obedient. The remote-controlled collar is pricey but worth it.
Get more detail about Premier Gentle Spray Commander Remote Control Dog Trainer.

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I did not realize this when purchasing, but I think these are intended for only smaller dogs. The box says to give 1 pill per day for every 10 lbs of dog. So for my 80 lb golden that = 8 pills a day. I thought that sounded ridiculous but I really wanted to get her to kick the habit. Sadly on the second day she god extremely sick. She had the worst diarrhea and it lasted days. I would not recommend this for a larger breed dog.Get more detail about Potty Mouth, 120 ct.

Monday, October 25, 2010

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The product arrived defective. It just plain didn't work.

I contacted the manufacturer, who ignored all requests. They told me twice that they would send me return information, and it never came. I even gave them a fax number.

This Amazon seller is even worse. They take forever to ship the product out, and wanted me to pay return shipping to Canada myself because their product was defective.

Stay away. As far away as you can. Buy another product, especially one from a different manufacturer or seller.Get more detail about Multivet Spray Commander 3 Refill Scentless, 3 Citronella, 5 Batteries.

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The spray collars are great but I had to order them elsewhere because SHOPZONE never delivered them! And they charged me anyway! Now I have to try and get my refund. Two of my clients had the same issue. I will never order from shopzone again!Get more detail about Dog Training Remote Spray Collar Multivet Petsafe Innotek Spray Commander.

Sunday, October 24, 2010

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The guide wires work great and are at a fantastic price. They clamp onto 3/4in. PVC just fine. If you are intending it for a set of 12 weave poles, you will need to get 2 sets of guide wires.Get more detail about PetSafe - Weave Pole Guides.

Karen Pryor, Getting Started: Clicker Training Kit for Dogs PLUS Buy Now


This is a good kit for starting. I found that the treats were good but it is a very small package. I wish there were two clickers because I found that I needed one in the house and one for a coat pocket. Between my horses, chickens and dogs I now have half a dozen so they are handy. The video is a little amateur, but one of the valuable lessons that I learned from it was at first it feels like chaos, but as soon as the animal "catches on" it all becomes so much easier. It comes so easy that it almost feels like luck, but not so. Clicker training is based on firm scientific principles and is a humane, proven (and I feel, vastly superior) dog training method. Read the book, watch the video, play with the tricks and make your dog your partner! Do it now! Click!! good dog.Get more detail about Karen Pryor, Getting Started: Clicker Training Kit for Dogs PLUS.

Saturday, October 23, 2010

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Only worked the first few training periods that we used it on our schnauzer. After that, he didn't even notice the vibration or the tone.Get more detail about R/C Vibrating Training Collar - Black.

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My dog also chewed one of the straps, and the halti is now useless. Be aware that you have to closely watch your dog when you use the halti to make sure he is not chewing it. I was very surprised to find the halti ruined when I took it off of my dog because I was less than 3 feet away the entire time he wore it.Get more detail about Halti Training Head Collar Size 2 Black.

Friday, October 22, 2010

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These are great quality and sturdy. My cats love them. They aren't making a mess either, like other brands sometimes do. Will definitely buy more!Get more detail about Molly and Friends Small Handmade Carpet Scratching Post, Model mscr-c, Beige.

Lowest Price Farnam Comfort Zone DAP for Dogs Refill, 48ML


This product has worked well for me in the past but not with my current puppy. Also, I think the diffuser I got is defective because not only could I smell this when plugged in, it smelled like burning plastic and made me physically ill. Again, not sure if this was the diffuser, the refill, or me.

I used the collar with much better results, to be honest.Get more detail about Farnam Comfort Zone DAP for Dogs Refill, 48ML.

Thursday, October 21, 2010

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I have 3 Golden Retrievers who thought they owned the couch. I say thought because the TattleTale really works. The first day or so I was skeptic that it would work. All 3 had different reactions to it. One wouldn't go in the Family Room at all, one still tried to get on the couch and one sat on the floor in front of the couch touching it to set it off. But in the end, they actually hate the sound it makes and don't get up on the couch anymore, even when my husband and I are sitting on it. For the reasonable cost of the device I recommend giving this product a try. I'm glad we did.Get more detail about Tattle Tale - Vibration Pet Trainer.

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

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My little cocker spaniel puppy was just 3 months old when the bells arrived. She mastered the concept in one morning! She quickly chose to change from hitting it with her paw to tapping it with her nose which is very funny to watch. Moreover, within just a day or two, she grasped the concept of tapping it more than once if we are not immediately available to open the door, - all on her own. When she wants to go out for a swim, she hits it repeatedly until we give in! I know it has saved us from many accidents in the house and it has given us great peace of mind.

We just returned from a trip to California and had her in a hotel and at my daughter's. We took our bells and people were so surprised that Molly, now 5 months old, had transferred the ringing concept to every door we put it in front off.

Two things I would change: 1) the video is really useless. How great it would have been to see an actual dog being trained. Essentially just reading the instruction book was rather pointless. 2) I'd love for the bell to have more weight in the base. She does accidentally knock it over at times and we don't realize it.

All in all, great concept!Get more detail about Tell Bell TM - (red).

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This collar has been very helpful with my large standard poodle mix who was inclined to chase joggers and running children. I've had the collar for two and a half years now and have only ever used the shock 3 or 4 times, as my dog instantly learned to respond to the warning tone. The collar allows me to maintain control over him remotely, so that he can be happily off leash. What prompted me to write this review so long after purchasing the collar is the great customer service at Innotek. I lost the remote soon after getting the collar and they replaced it free, then just recently the collar stopped holding a charge and they are sending me a new one for $45 under the limited lifetime warranty, all just with an easy phone call.Get more detail about Innotek ULTRASMART REMOTE TRAINER, 300YDS.

Tuesday, October 19, 2010

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I have King Doberman puppies and now I have two collars and the training is very quick, without alot of yelling.Get more detail about PetSafe PDT00-11952 Venture Series Big Dog Add-A-Dog Receiver Collar.

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This product does exactly what it claims it does. It is easy to refill a citronella collar with it. I found citronella collars to work much better than battery shock collars. But they must be refilled frequently, and in my experience the collar didn't last long.

I have a little 9 lb. dog -- the smallest of my 3 dogs -- who barked incessantly the instant he went outside to go potty. He likes being out and wasn't barking to get in. He's not barking AT anything. I think he's trying to convince any would-be monsters that he is bigger and tougher than them, just in case any are listening. I was getting nasty-gram phone calls from my neighbors and I don't blame them.

One day when the collar wasn't working I blew my top, opened the sliding door and hit him in the face with the 16 oz. of water I was drinking as I yelled "quiet!" That impressed him a lot more than any collar had. I think he thought it akin to the worst thing in a dog's world "bath." lol!

I did it 4-5 more times (every time he barked) over the next week or so and that was all it took. He needs an occasional reminder every few weeks (he dodges the water expertly now so it never hits him), but for the most part he remains completely quiet while outside now, just wearing his regular collar. I always say "quiet" and that is generally enough. But he will easily go 6 weeks without a peep now. My neighbors and I are delighted.

Every dog is different, but you might give that a try. You don't want to wet a dog in cold weather, of course, so try this in the summer. In fact, one of those super summer squirt guns may be just the tool you need to reach over distance.
Get more detail about Multivet Citronella Spray Refill Value Pack Box of 6.

Monday, October 18, 2010

Buy 4 IN 1 REMOTE CONTROL DOG TRAINING SHOCK COLLAR


I have been looking for a way to help one of my 3 dogs from a very nasty habit- i thought this would be the last straw and would do the trick... unfortunately the collar batteries come disconnected from the connection every time we put it on him so when we try to vibrate the collar to get his attention it doesn't work so we haven't been able to use it- it has happened every time- we have tried ways to get the batteries to stay connected but it doesn't work. Is this a defect for the collar or is this how everyone else is- if so then I think I should return it. Please let me know!

Thanks-

BrandyGet more detail about 4 IN 1 REMOTE CONTROL DOG TRAINING SHOCK COLLAR.

Purchase Innotek BD-25 Boundary Kit for In-Ground Pet Fencing System


This is the perfect match for the Innotek containment units. Needed if your original kit doesn't have enough wire to complete your containment boundaries.Get more detail about Innotek BD-25 Boundary Kit for In-Ground Pet Fencing System.

Sunday, October 17, 2010

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When I attempted to put together the product, I realized it had been cut wrong at the factory and couldn't be put together properly. Both my roommate and boyfriend confirmed this for me. Furthermore, both pieces broke while attempting assembly.
All that being said, I have glued together the broken cardboard and laid the pieces on the floor of my room. My cat happily uses them for scratching. So luckily, this purchase wasn't a complete waste. Still, I wouldn't recommend it to others.Get more detail about Petstages Soothing Cat Easy Life Hammock and Scratcher.

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We bought these for our Yorkie. The pads are much thinner than others that we have used before. Because of this, the liquid spreads out a lot. This means we will probably go through these pads faster than the thicker ones. The thicker pads absorbed the liquid in a smaller area. The pads are actually manufactured by Dynarex. We had previously use pads made by Kendall or Chux.Get more detail about Wee Wee and Housebreaking Training Pads, 17*24 300case, Blue Packaged 3 Bags of 100.

Saturday, October 16, 2010

Shop For Imperial Cat Orca Cat Scratch n Shape : Size ONE SIZE


My cat loves to scratch on cardboard and this was a fun way to decorate the living room and have something new for my cat to scratch on and lay down on. The only thing, as with all cardboard scratchers, is that little pieces of cardboard get spread around everywhere so I do recommend taking the scratcher and shaking out the loose pieces into the garbage about once a week so it won't get on the floor.Get more detail about Imperial Cat Orca Cat Scratch n Shape : Size ONE SIZE.

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This is awesome. I have my pet potty pad in the garage for rainy days and my dog would go out and chew the wires. I tried everything from the bitter spray to the upside down plastic protection runners and "they didn't work. Got these and have no problem!Get more detail about Mammoth X-Mat Pet Training Mat For Dogs And Cats.

Friday, October 15, 2010

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The SSSCAT cans help keep my 3 cats off of the counters. The motion detector works well and even spots the humans coming into the kitchen. The consistent negative reinforcement has helped keep our youngest cat out of the kitchen sink. After the initial can, and the cat learning curve, the cans are lasting for longer periods (I would estimate about 1 month of use). Good product!Get more detail about SSSCAT Refill (4.5 oz) box of 6.

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These actually helped out considerably with the pup head doggy grass. The absorbed all the urine so that when I had to carry it from my deck to the bathroom, no urine splashed around since the pad soaked it all up. You can then just give it a quick rinse off with a hose or shower head and throw it in wash (by itself of course). I liked these because it helped keep that smell of dog piddle away due to the fact that my patio is in the sun in the afternoon so with other dog bathroom ideas, I could still always smell the urine. I haven't had a problem with this pad. I recommend getting it with the dog potty although again, as with the dog potty, it is way over priced for its simplicity.Get more detail about Pup Head REUSABLE WASHABLE dog potty pad / potty training pads.

Thursday, October 14, 2010

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One of my cats had a bad habit of urinating on the couch. We tried EVERYTHING. Took him to the vet first, he had a UTI, and after that cleared up with antibiotics, the problem continued. we tried EVERY remedy, cleaner, spray, vinegar, Nature's Miracle, enzyme cleaners, etc, and NOTHING worked until we tried the Ssscat. Our couch has been piss-free for several months now, and the cats won't go anywhere near the furniture. All it took was a couple days of having the Ssscat out and turned on. This is an EXCELLENT product that has saved my furniture.Get more detail about Multivet Ssscat Kit Automated Cat Repellent Deterrent Spray + 2 Refills.

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Don't let the 1 star fool you, when these babies work, they are a miracle for getting your dog to stop barking!!!

1st we picked up one of those sound collars and our Yorkie imediately began barking for about five minutes. Every time he barked the sound would go off and he'd look up at the ceiling wondering who the heck was making that noise so he kept barking at the ceiling the entire time.

Next we tried SpraySense. We couldn't believe we finally got that dog to stop barking and were thrilled! Although the collar and box were HUGE we felt bad about that so went searching for a smaller spray bark collar. That's when we came across this Petsmart collar at Petco, Portland, OR.

I was elated they had something smaller cause I felt bad for my dog lugging this gigantic lead box around his neck. Got it home and it did not work. Well, it worked a couple times after my husband put it to his own throat and barked for five minutes.

Back to the store it went. While there, I had her open two more of these boxes to make sure they worked. They did not! Glad I didn't end up making three separate trips, but thrilled I didn't buy it online! It would have taken forever trading all these out.

I still can't believe 3 out of 3 were duds. I guess it was a bad month in China for making sprayers squirt!

I really wanted this collar to work! It was the perfect size for my Yorkie!!! I'm glad it's working for others, but now that we got some peace and quiet in this house, back to the bulky huge SpraySense we go until we can find another brand for a small dog that actually works.

I'd still recommend you buy it but not online and make them take it out and test it before you leave the store!Get more detail about Petsafe Little Dog Spray Bark.

Wednesday, October 13, 2010

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I bought this despite the mediocre reviews, since it's really the only cat tree that would fit in my apartment. I've had it for about a year now, and I couldn't be happier. It fits perfectly on my closet door, allowing the cat to jump up on top of the closet, or to hang around on the shelves while I throw toys to her. It's just such a fun little addition to my apartment, and provides maximum fun per square inch of space for the cat. I also carried it home by myself and put it together totally alone (and I'm a little weakling) so that was very nice!

I don't find it to be rickety as other reviewers have said. I actually prefer the design that doesn't have one long board, since it takes up less space and it will be less heavy and bulky when I eventually move. It also saves on shipping costs, I assume. Nevertheless, I think the reviewers are right that the design makes it a little noisier, since it is not one long board sitting against the door, but several that are all individually joined together. I do hear whenever the cat jumps up on the shelf. Actually, this might also be a function of the spring on the top that allows you to connect it to your door, so when the cat jumps up, it probably causes the whole thing to move a little. So anyway, that seems to be the only problem with the thing. It's really not so bad on mine though. Mine actually does lie perfectly flatly against the door, unlike some other reviewers, and it seems very sturdy, so maybe I got lucky. I imagine it will last for many many years, since it shows no signs of wear as of yet, aside from the carpet that the kitty scratched up.

Anyway, if you don't have space for a cat tree, or don't want to try to balance one of those tall ones precariously against the ceiling (talk about unsafe!) this is a great alternative. It takes up practically no space at all, and it looks seriously nice and clean. And of course, the kitty will love it!!! That is worth the cost for me alone!!! Have fun!Get more detail about SmartCat Multi-Level Cat Climber.

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As for as pads go they did their job, they kept my dog from peeing directly on the floor most of the time. However, they are far from being "super absorbent" as they claim on the packaging. The pads are quite smaller than most name brands and probably the thinnest pad I've ever encountered. They were flimsy and urine frequently ran over the sides because of the lacking absorbency. To give an example, the pads reminded me of paper towels made from recycled material. Because of this I had to use more pads than I usually would, which was fine with me because I was happy to get rid of them.Get more detail about Sergeant's Yippee Skippy Doggie Training Pads, 100-Count.

Tuesday, October 12, 2010

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These work like a charm! I will never have to worry about being clawed by my cat againGet more detail about Cat Soft Claws Nail Caps Red Medium 10-15 LBs.

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I never thought I'd be one of those owners who bought a muzzle for their CAT, but I'd exhausted every option and still couldn't find a way to clip our boy cat's nails without him trying to take off my fingers (or my nose). So I gave in and bought this muzzle. The first time we used it, he stayed completely still, and I had his nails clipped in under a minute! He was fine and I was so relieved.

I definitely recommend this for cat owners in need, and it's also good to know I have this on hand if I ever need to handle an injured or upset cat.Get more detail about Guardian Gear Lined Cat Muzzle Lrg Over 12 Lbs.

Monday, October 11, 2010

Karen Pryor, Getting Started: Clicker Training for Cats Kit Right now


The book looks ok, although I haven't really gotten a chance to use the techniques. However, the clicker that came with my kit doesn't make any sound whatsoever. Apparently other people didn't get broken ones, but I did. It's not worth shipping back, so I'm just going to buy a new clicker that actually works.

Meanwhile, my cats hate the shriveled up little treats that came in the kit. They sniff them, lick them, and then ultimately leave them partially re-hydrated on my floor. So I'm going to have to figure out something else to use for treats. Really wish I'd just gotten the book and skipped the kit.Get more detail about Karen Pryor, Getting Started: Clicker Training for Cats Kit.

Sunday, October 10, 2010

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I have a problem with one of my dogs and excessive barking. It is so bad that I have receive anonymous letters from neighbors, a visit from the police and a letter from the county animal control. I purchased this collar in January and it worked very effectively for 2 weeks. The Citronella spray stopped my dog from barking more than once or twice (as opposed to 20 times) and it was great. After 2 weeks, the collar stopped working.

I contacted the manufacturer who asked me to take some trouble shooting steps and, when it still did not work, they authorized the return of the product. The return was at my expense but I did receive a replacement in about 2 weeks. I will say that Innotek's customer service was very good. I received the replacement collar and for 2 weeks it worked perfectly and was effective in stopping the excessive barking.

Unfortunately, once again it has stopped working and will not spray. I am not sure I want a device that I must keep returning and while I do not know if I am just unlucky and received 2 lemons, I am concerned about an endless cycle of returns.

I went on Amazon to return the collar as defective but it cannot be returned as it is designated as "hazardous materials." I may be forced to go through the return process again with Innotek if it can't be returned (or just stuck with the loss of my money).

UPDATE: Amazon promptly respoinded to my question about the return (or inability to return) of the collar and issued a refund. As always, Amazon's customer service is very good.Get more detail about Innotek Deluxe Anti-Bark Spray Collar for Dogs, Citronella Scent.

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I ordered Tinkle Belts for my senior dog. I admit I guessed at his waist size, and when the Tinkle Belts arrived (very quickly!), I discovered the belts were too small for my Jack Russell. I contacted the seller asking how I would go about making an exchange for a larger size. I got a quick response, telling me that I could keep the belts I had & donate them to a local shelter, and she would send out replacements asap! How great is that?? The belts work great...Jack doesn't seem to mind wearing them at all...and my experience with this seller has been nothing but WONDERFUL!Get more detail about Tinkle Belts.

Saturday, October 9, 2010

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I purchased this fan after my negative experience with the Metro Vacuum Cage/Crate Cooling Fan #CCF-1. I figured it can't much worse than the Metro.

To my surprise, this is a very nice fan. If all you want to do is move air inside the crate, be it at home or while driving, it does a great job. The build quality is typical plastic fare. In other words, it doesn't feel overly durable but doesn't feel like it'll fall apart at the touch either.

The ability to use the "auto on" feature is a pleasant addition, however I'm not sure of the usefulness. In theory it's nice. In practice, if it's in your car, it's always on regardless of the AC level. I think this has to do more with the lack of airflow in the rear of a car than a failing of the fan's thermostat though. Your mileage will vary.

One thing I am certainly not pleased with is the batteries. Don't get me wrong, I like that it can be run with batteries. My problem is that it requires 4 "C" cell batteries. Considering I just "upgraded" from the Metro that used only 2 "D" cell batteries, this is going to take some getting used to.

The ability to purchase the cooling rings is nice, but as other reviewers have stated, they don't last that long and really don't help much. In fact, I would hazard a guess and say you probably block some of the air flow when using the rings given how they attach to the fan (I haven't done any formal testing to verify). Which means they will cool when they are frozen/cold, but when they thaw out it will just likely serve to give your pet less moving air which defeats the purpose.

So why did I give this a three star rating? First, the build quality as mentioned above. Second, the 4 battery options. Third, the price. $33 for this fan when the Metro can be had for ~$14? Seems to be a bit of over kill considering the Metro has dual speed controls, uses only 2 batteries and can be plugged in with an AC/DC adapter (sold separately).

It's a good product that does what it says. The three stars, to me, means it's a good product but not excellent and doesn't stand far above the other products I've tried.

If this one lasts more than 25 days like the Metro, it's definitely worth the price.Get more detail about ProSelect Deluxe Thermostatic Crate Fan.

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This product works great and it also keeps working for days. I have had very good luck with this stuff here in the high humidity of the south. It kills thousands of flies and it is also great entertainment to boot! The kids all watch as the flies take a nibble then start spinning around in circles. It really is worth the money and it works best if you just sprinkle a small amount around on the ground rather than using it too thick. If the grains are stacked up on each other, you have it too thick. I think another user who complained that it did not work did not use it properly - you have to place it where flies are active like in the hall of the barn, near a wash rack where there is moisture and stinky stuff or the manure spreader. It will not just draw flies in from a long distance, that is true. I used it in the alley way of my barn and it was awesome; piles of dead flies within days and if you place it where they flies are feeding already then you will devastate your fly population.Get more detail about QuickBayt 5 lb.

Friday, October 8, 2010

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These are a total waste of money. I have a little dog who likes to mark in the house, so I bought the small male dog diaper and these liners from Simple Solutions. The liners are so small that you'd need x-ray vision to get them lined up right when your dog wears the diaper. I don't, so the fabric got wet, and totally defeated the purpose of having liners. I ended up using two at a time just to use them up. I can't imagine what would happen if someone whose dog wears bigger than a small diaper tried to use these. Ugh. My advice? Go on eBay and see how many people are out there making and selling male dog belly wraps that don't need liners. You can get several for the price of one Simple Solution male dog diaper and they're custom made!Get more detail about Simple Solution Disposable Liners Light Absorbency 22 Count.

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Great product! I taught my puppy how to use this in one day. I did say use, she learned how to press the button on command. It took about two weeks to get her to push the bell to go outside. Patience is key when training your dog with this. It works like a charm now! Actually the dog not only uses the bell to let us know that she has to go out, she presses it when she feels like she is not getting enough attention! Sometimes it backfires, but it is pretty funny! I would recommend this product.Get more detail about Pet Doorbell Complete Set.

Thursday, October 7, 2010

Buying NaturVet Bitter Yuck No Chew Spray


I've heard from plenty of other people that this worked for their animals... but it didn't work for my dog. After we sprayed the things that we didn't want her to chew on, she would chew on the sprayed items!!Get more detail about NaturVet Bitter Yuck No Chew Spray.

Buy Guardian Gear Lined Muzzle 5.5 In Snout Size 2


Fits like a glove on my 2-year old beagle. Now I can stop the nipping when I trim his toenails. I bought this because it is identical to the muzzle my vet uses and wanted to sell me for more than twice the price. Great product and great value.Get more detail about Guardian Gear Lined Muzzle 5.5 In Snout Size 2.

Tuesday, October 5, 2010

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Fits my 2 lb special-needs male chihuahua better than any other diaper I've tried. He can wiggle out of the diaper if he tries (he's SO small) but it works well for holding him in my lap without a towel underneath, or for going out in public when I don't want to worry about an accident.Get more detail about Simple Solution Washable Diapers, Extra Large.

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What else can I say? All of my three cats use it all the time. The only drawback is that it leaves a continuum of paper debris. However, they won't use any other type so it works for us! Meowy thanks.Get more detail about Cosmic Pet Alpine Scratcher Replacement Kit.