Best Small Animal Houses & Habitats
The hybrid cage, consisting of an upper wire frame and a plastic bottom base, provides a safe, well ventilated and comfortable place for small pets.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"We had already bought a cage, but we decided to upgrade her immediately so we could return the previous cage. Right after assembling it, I knew that this cage would be plenty big for my bunny, even after she grows into an adult rabbit and we add a litter box to the cage. My only complaints about the cage would be the water bottle definitely leaks a little, the platform is a bit steep if the bunny needs to use it, and the hay bin just attaches to the side of the cage - if you put hay in it and need to remove the hay bin, you have to accept the fact that hay will go everywhere. However, I love this cage!"
"I have had my fair share of small animal cages in my life from 500$ ones to 50$ ones. As they grew they were flinging poop when they would run around and just needed more space. Because we liked the large so much due to price, durability, easy clean and accsessories, we decided to just go with the bigger one."
"I ordered 2 in a size large but after a bit my bunnies decided they liked each other and wanted to be together so I was able to connect the cages."
"Our bunnies are litter box trained, and it's so easy to reach into this cage from the top, pick up their box, and empty it, while allowing bunnies to still stay inside the cage. The bottom and sides of cage wipe easily, and the openness of the top is great for bunnies to feel more "free" and human visitors to comfortably see and talk to bunnies."
Durable, leak proof, washable and easily removable PVC lined canvas bottom allows for easy care and maintenance while providing traction and protection for Guinea Pig's sensitive feet.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"The space is perfect for two and the local pet store had this for twice the price as Amazon so very happy I shopped around."
"We started out ordering 3 of them, but got a 4th since one of our pigs has a crazy amount of energy and we wanted to make sure that she had enough room to run. The other 4 pigs have three cages that they can run around and pop in, one of which has shavings in it, which is where we put their food hay (it keeps the fleece much cleaner!)."
"I ADORE this cage."
"My kids got two Guinea pigs about 2 months ago and we had them in a large borrowed pet store type cage. I ordered through Amazon for about half the price($57) of a pet store cage and got it setup. This saves money on the bedding as I am not buying as much anymore and it also keeps the cage cleaner and smelling better. The only issue I had was my water bottle did not sit at the level I wanted it to due to the cage bar height, but I rigged something up for it to work."
"It was also difficult to stretch the canvas to get the cage part fitted inside the canvas, but the biggest problem l can see is that the canvas is not very durable and in the week we have owned it our Guinea Pig has already chewed a hole in the canvas. I did not wash the canvas, but did use cage cleaner on it and it and the canvas was pretty badly stained by the end of a months use."
Simple to Install - Versatile Design allows for extremely easy set up and take down to fold and store it away - No tools required.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I bought this for a destructive standard dachshund (32 lbs) who likes to eat furniture when you leave her alone."
"When Max does not want to sleep, my son, he is 5"8, keep him company."
"If your dog is not crate trained I imagine that a few hard pulls/pushes could pop the front panel out of place if the pet really wanted out. Some strategically placed zip ties could probably alleviate this issue off you cannot afford a sturdier model."
"It is so much larger than my other kennel and is made just as well as the name brand ones that I've purchased in the past. This kennel would be good for German Shepherds, Large labs, rottweilers, smaller dog with pups, two small dogs, bloodhounds, pointers. A larger, custom kennel would be better for a dog of that stature."
"I bought these for my great pyrenees (1 year old) and Alaskan malamute (4 years old), who we where going to start crate training."
"The space wasn't the biggest because in order to get to the second level she had to step inside her litter, but the cage provided everything she needed for her first road trip, and more importantly our precious Evie was secure for the trip. By the time we were ready for our road trip she wasn't freaked out about being locked inside the cage. During our stay in our daughter's home, I kept the cage door open at all times and would find Evie inside every so often (even though her food and litter were outside the cage)."
"But it was large enough for a large cat, litterbox, feeding dishes and sleeping area."
"Quality is just as good as the pet store crates that cost an arm and a leg more."
Best Small Animal Bedding & Litter
Measuring 20” long, 20” wide and high 9” tall, it can easily accommodate animals up to 25lbs and provides the sense of security they need in order to sleep deeply . Our innovative design features a 12” rear bolster, offering back support and easing joint tension! With durable oxford fabric and virgin AirLOFT fiber filling, it won’t attract dirt or dust for simple, hassle-free maintenance. Promotes better sleep and health Provides a sense of security Flexible, warm and comfortable Safe in the washer and dryer Made with pet-safe materials. SUPPORTS BETTER SLEEP: Perfect for cats, small dogs and other pets up to 25lbs, our cozy beds treat your furry friend to the best! By providing warmth and a sense of security (with its high walls), each dog sofa bed promotes more restful sleep, supporting better health and behavior.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"one in the main part of the house, one in the basement, one for overnight sleeping."
"It's known as "The Pink Thing" and I have emailed photos of my white cat, Isaac, in The Pink Thing to all friends and relatives. I bought it for him as a desk bed since he's determined to keep me company when I'm working."
"When the bed arrived I was very disappointed that my 2 cats did not like this bed as much as I thought they might. After a family meeting we have decided an extra shift of over time on my part I should be able to buy both cats their own bed so I can have my foot warmer back."
"My 7 lb Chihuahua, Ricky, has forgotten about all the other choices of beds in the house after this bed entered the scene!"
"After about a month of use, I found that there was a hole on the bottom side stitching, which is kind of upsetting."
"I was a little worried my dog wouldn't like this bed but she loves it!!"
"My dog loved this from the minute he saw it."
"I have a 'slightly' overweight pug who's aging and getting arthritis, so I wanted to get him something that's supportive to lay on."
Best Small Animal Beds
The sleep surface of the bed incorporates a layer of self-warming material that reflects the pet's own body heat.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Then, I picked the cat up while he slept, and placed him in the bed."
"While they were playing hide and seek in the box (and another that brought something else that same day), I took the new beds and put them on a couple of different chairs -- favorite spots of the cats. In the motorhome they won't be confined to closed carriers and I'm optimistic that they will make the adjustment, in great part due to these beds."
"All five of the fur-monsters love these beds."
"I had to order a second bed, because my two cats are fighting over the first one I bought."
"I purchased the 30 by 24-Inch because I have multiple cats that like to snuggle together although I'm not sure my one cat is going to want to share - he seems so happy with his new bed (see picture of orange cat in gallery). I have several barn cats :). EDIT AGAIN: I've now seen three cats in the 30x24 and they are quite happy."
"Our kitty absolutely loves her new bed!"
"I ordered the bigger sized pet bed so that possibly all 3 of my cats could fit in there. They are very happy which makes me happy lol. My gray cat is about 18lbs and he is seen in my pics sleeping in the bed with my smaller 8lb cat, both are 5 and 6 years old. But the cats don't care so who am I to judge😉."
"I Purchased 5 of these and was very happy, they keep our pets very warm, however I purchased two more for Christmas gifts and when they arrived I noticed that they did not have the "Reflective Space Blanket Fabric" built into the layers as the previous 5 did."
Best Small Animal Cages
The hybrid cage, consisting of an upper wire frame and a plastic bottom base, provides a safe, well ventilated and comfortable place for small pets. The wire top opens easily in 2 separate parts for easy access inside the cage. The hybrid cage, consisting of an upper wire frame and a plastic bottom base, provides a safe, well ventilated and comfortable place for small pets.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"We had already bought a cage, but we decided to upgrade her immediately so we could return the previous cage. Right after assembling it, I knew that this cage would be plenty big for my bunny, even after she grows into an adult rabbit and we add a litter box to the cage. My only complaints about the cage would be the water bottle definitely leaks a little, the platform is a bit steep if the bunny needs to use it, and the hay bin just attaches to the side of the cage - if you put hay in it and need to remove the hay bin, you have to accept the fact that hay will go everywhere. However, I love this cage!"
"I have had my fair share of small animal cages in my life from 500$ ones to 50$ ones. As they grew they were flinging poop when they would run around and just needed more space. Because we liked the large so much due to price, durability, easy clean and accsessories, we decided to just go with the bigger one."
"I ordered 2 in a size large but after a bit my bunnies decided they liked each other and wanted to be together so I was able to connect the cages."
"Our bunnies are litter box trained, and it's so easy to reach into this cage from the top, pick up their box, and empty it, while allowing bunnies to still stay inside the cage. The bottom and sides of cage wipe easily, and the openness of the top is great for bunnies to feel more "free" and human visitors to comfortably see and talk to bunnies."
Best Small Animal Habitat Décor
Durable, leak proof, washable and easily removable PVC lined canvas bottom allows for easy care and maintenance while providing traction and protection for Guinea Pig's sensitive feet.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"The space is perfect for two and the local pet store had this for twice the price as Amazon so very happy I shopped around."
"We started out ordering 3 of them, but got a 4th since one of our pigs has a crazy amount of energy and we wanted to make sure that she had enough room to run. The other 4 pigs have three cages that they can run around and pop in, one of which has shavings in it, which is where we put their food hay (it keeps the fleece much cleaner!)."
"I ADORE this cage."
"My kids got two Guinea pigs about 2 months ago and we had them in a large borrowed pet store type cage. I ordered through Amazon for about half the price($57) of a pet store cage and got it setup. This saves money on the bedding as I am not buying as much anymore and it also keeps the cage cleaner and smelling better. The only issue I had was my water bottle did not sit at the level I wanted it to due to the cage bar height, but I rigged something up for it to work."
"The cage is a nice large size and fits lots of toys and everything you need for your small pets. It's good that it's big, just be aware and measure twice before ordering and know where you plan to put it and you will be a much happier camper. But if you have a scooper and stay on top of daily scooping, you won't need to do total swap out of litter but every 4-5 days."
Best Small Animal Tubes & Tunnels
Give your cat hours of entertainment and exercise with this fun, collapsible 3-way cat tunnel. Luckily, with the Prosper Pet 3-Way Cat Tunnel, your kitty can entertain himself for hours! * 3 tunnels in one - more entertaining for your cat or kitten. * Includes swinging bell toy. * Features peep hole in middle. * 1 tube lined with crackling paper. * Durable, washable polyester. * Polyester doesn't collect pet hair. * Strong sprung-steel frame w/protective ends. * Collapses for easy travel & storage. DURABLE PREMIUM CONSTRUCTION: Made of ultra-strong, tear-resistant polyester wrapped around a sprung-steel frame with protective ends (for safety); stands up to crazy cat scratcher antics. COLLAPSIBLE & PORTABLE: With a provided elastic band, our tunnel folds down small in seconds for easy travel and storage. Compared with cat tents, cubes, scratch posts, feathers, and mouse toys... this product offers the most interactive fun.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"This cat tunnel is great!"
"He loves the hole in center top to play thru."
"My kitten and puppy love the cat tunnel!"
"My puppy is scared of the noise but is slowly walking over and playing with the ball. It should be great fun watching them all play with it."
"That being said, I had no other issues with this product, it seemed to be well made and would work well for small cats."
"My one cat took to this immediately after getting it out of the box and packaging. My other cat is a little large for it and won't go into it any farther than his shoulders but he's been playing and having a good time with the hanging ball at the one opening."
"The cardboard did not feel as sturdy as the other Amazon box I received through UPS on the same day. Unfortunately, that one strip was not enough to cushion the plastic ball that was attached to the tunnel -- it was smashed into 5 sharp pieces."
"My timid lady likes to play in it too, which I am glad, normally she is too shy, but she likes it because she can play in it while still being able to hide and peek out the sides at the same time."
Best Small Animal Treats
Timothy Hay is ideal for animals over 7 months of age because it is higher in fiber to support digestive health and lower in protein and calcium than alfalfa hay to support urinary health. Lower protein and calcium to support urinary health.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"This stuff was half the price of the Oxbow Animal Health Western Timothy Hay for Pets, 90-Ounce that I normally buy. It makes a horrible mess and the girls have been shoving it out the upstairs and throwing it all over."
"It's nice and green so it's not dead looking but my complaint is it doesn't come with a whole lot of the flower heads which is what the guinea pigs love This is probably because it's not from the first cutting."
"I unfortunately don't have the best idea of how much hay 96 ounces is but... it's a lot."
"Kaytee Timothy Hay is my go to hay, for my little fuzzies."
"We have order several time and all was good."
"I finally ran out, and bought the other brand I have been using, and in 3 days my 2 bunnies have eaten nearly 20 lbs of hay, and ate back to normal."
"When I saw other negative reviews, I thought I have a different case as my pigs are not picky at all and they eat anything, including any type of pellets, hay, fruits or vegetables. They eat almost 24 hours but they refuses this hay."
"The hay consists of hay dust, tons of it, straws and flower heads. I buy KMS hay (5lb) for 8 dollars."
Best Small Animal Toys
Cat toys are mostly designed to engage our furry friends and bring out their hunter instincts. Bonding with a new kitten or a timid adoptee, cat toys can be the perfect way to help your new family member feel at home. If your kitty is over weight, start slow and ease into it, take frequent breaks (if they let you) If your using a cat wand or other dangly toy, be aware of furniture and other sharp objects in the room. At Pet Fit For Life we support adoption and animal shelters. ★ ALL PET FIT FOR LIFE CAT TOY INTERACTIVE WANDS ARE MADE FROM SAFE, DURABLE, NON-TOXIC MATERIAL. Our wand provides more flexibility and includes a new and improved strong 33 inch string for loads fun for your cat and you! (Simply click the Pet Fit For Life link below our product title above to see our great selection of cat wands). ★ EXCLUSIVE: A Cat's Tale, an informative pdf sent via email with every order.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Our cat, Akumu absolutely loves her new toy!!"
"I am most defiantly enjoying playing with this with my cats, than my cats are playing with this with me!!"
"My kitten just loves the toy.. My moms older cat who is lazy and doesn't really know what playing is; is actually playing or rather trying to play and go after this toy and trying to play with the kitten as well.."
"One cat goes absolutely crazy for the toy, playing to the point of exhaustion (and one time until she threw up so I stopped playing with her so soon after her eating), and the other two definitely don't more than watch it whipping around but that seems to entertain them so whatever, they're weird."
"We like them to be entertained and they enjoyed the Cat Dancer toy, so I bought your 2 Feather Teaser and Exerciser when I saw it on Amazon. The next evening I saw some feathers on the floor and investigated. since the feathers seemed to really hold up during the previous night's hard play. I discovered that the cats, working from the top of the desk. and from my desk chair, managed to pry open my desk drawer a crack and remove the feather teaser."
"That being said it makes it easier to whip it around or go cat fishing (just kidding). The length makes it easier for me to play with my cat without getting up (lazy right?). It makes it easier to play with her and that's important."
"One cat carries the long feather attachment around like a "kill" and even sleeps with it."
"I used the wand just a little so far and my cat showed good interest."
Best Small Animal Food
Small Pet Select searches long and hard specifically for the highest quality timothy hay for rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas in the world and deliver it fresh to your door. It is then hand packaged into a high strength corrugated box in very small batches, and the quality is re-checked as the item ships. The end result is a hay product that is beautifully green, soft, sweet tasting, and so fragrant you can practically smell the meadows. ✓ Delivered Fresh & Minimally Handled - Direct to your door in a high strength corrugated box which opens and closes for easy storage. Delivered Fresh & Minimally Handled - Direct to your door in a high strength corrugated box which opens and closes for easy storage.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I purchased Oxbow hay a few times, but quality seemed inconsistent; the first batch was devoured, the second ignored. I just opened our ten pound box of small pet select hay and the smell was like a freshly mowed lawn."
"He eats it non stop, I used to buy cheap oat hay, until I started using this my rabbit didn't seem as interested in hay but with this he doesn't stop eating it!."
"There is a serious lack of consistency which I kind of understand since it's hay but I would think at least a replacement box would be hand checked or something."
"It was also so compact that most of the hay was actually just small pieces, not the larger pieces, so I didn't use a good 1/4 of it because of that."
"my bun will only eat this brand which i usually pick up at the local shelter but we were running out and decided to try it via amazon."
"Good Quality Hay!"
"I love the packaging too, super easy to open and close."
"There are actually three guinea pigs in this picture, but one of them goes nuts when I put in fresh hey and he burrows immediately smack dab inside of the pile:) 🐹🐹🐹."
Best Small Animal Health Supplies
Zesty Paws Salmon Oil is a natural pet supplement comprised of wild Alaskan salmon, which is jam-packed with Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids to deliver premium nourishment to dogs and cats of all sizes. A TASTY & BODY-NOURISHING TREAT FOR CATS & DOGS - This Pure Salmon Oil from Zesty Paws is a natural fish oil additive supplement with vital nutrients that support the skin, coat, hips and joints, heart, and immune system.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"My almost 10 year old shorgi has started to limp and avoid climbing stairs, couches and beds. The pump does leak, but I just put this thing in the fridge inside a small plastic container to catch the drips."
"We have one picky eater and one who had dry skin."
"My cat had dry itchy skin to the point she was scratching bald spots on herself."
"My sheppard has skin allergies and he bites himself so much so that we have to take him to the vet for them to shave the area and give me steriods."
"Over the past few years, especially during Spring thaw into Summer heat & humidity, they've been hacking up loud, frequent, & (mostly) non-productive attempts to upchuck the fur plugs amassed in their complex, multi-stage, digestive innards. I googled around a bit, & quickly learned that these fur plugs are just *exactly* as commonly described by vets- cylindrical shaped, tangled masses of fur, (1-2" long), compressed into this shape by the intestines, not gross at all, just fur coated with a little bit of spit (not vomit). Apparently, the fur is supposed to pass out the other end (in much smaller amounts, little by little) into the litterbox, before it ever reaches such a large, tightly compacted, defined mass of fur- And, IF cats need to throw it up, it's supposed to dislodge & be expelled within 1-3 (-ish) attempts. Ongoing, "unproductive" upchuck attempts, are a warning sign that your cat's digestive system is at extreme peril of complete blockage, is a medical emergency- potentially life threatening & may require immediate surgery- So, unbeknownst to me, my cats' recent years of endless throwing up small-large amounts- sometimes of entire meals, other times just of frothy spit- were life-threatening warning signs! It seemed that they'd go on for a week-10 days, until finally expelling (vomiting) up a fur plug. Cause to begin with, is excessive fur & Velcro hook-like tongues- They just swallow way too much of their own fur, when grooming. Google to the rescue again- I very quickly id'd *exact* symptoms, & was surprised to learn what an immediate, urgent, lethal condition this was (cat trying, unsuccessfully, to cough up a fur plug, from so deep inside their digestive systems). A few frequent recommendations stood out as totes feasible- i.e., mixing a teaspoon of canned, mashed pumpkin into their food for added fibre, to help them poop out accumulated fur (tip: freeze individual portions in ice-cube trays, thaw as needed- ingenious! 1st day- Opened/unscrewed bottle, shook contents well, pumped standing oil in dispensing tube, back into bottle, re-shook, & re-pumped freshly shaken oil into their dry food- Just 2-3 drops. Directions on bottle indicate this is the proper amount for our little fur monsters, they like it, their fur is soffft, bowel habits ok. For now, it seems their stools are noticeably less dry, I imagine must pass easier/more comfortably."
"She had severe dry skin before I started her on the salmon oil, the oil cleared up her skin she now only has occasional skin irritations on her legs."
"We have noticed not only has it helped ease the itching, but his coat is looking shiner and he loves the taste!"
"Only problem is the pump is dripping and leaving salmon oil all over our fridge!"
Best Small Animal Collars, Leashes & Harnesses
That's why we developed the Casfuy No Bark Dog Collar with three adjustable levels of training an audible beep, a vibration, and a gentle static shock. Adjustable mode -- 1-7 level adjustable sensitivity, 0-7 gears of the vibration/shock, you can choose according to the instructions or the actual needs of your dog. Adjustable Reflective Strip -- That allows you to keep an eye on your dog even in low visibility and also can protects your dog's life from cars etc. Click 'Add to Cart' above to get a dog safe training collar that can help train your dog to stay calm and quiet. Humane and Harmless System --- The no bark collar has an adjustable sensitivity and 3 training modes（beep, vibration, shock）, 0-7 adjustable grade of those functions, gentle shock is safe or you can choose no shock mode as your needs, effectively stop barking with no harm to dogs of all types. Only your dog's barking can trigger the collar while other dogs' barking nearby can’t trigger it.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"This is my third anti bark collar purchase and it's working perfectly for my one year old malshi. She would bark at anyone and anything to the point where it was becoming a nuisance to our neighbors and her walks became increasingly difficult as she would go berserk at the sight of bigger dogs. Another fail as by the time I grabbed the remote and turned it on, the moment had passed and it was too late. I have the beep and vibration set at low levels also because I want her to be able to be vocal and expressive without the ear piercing barks."
"The levels are adjustable from 0 - 7 (with 7 being the highest sensitivity) I love the fact that the collar has an intelligent barking vibration detection system that our dog's bark will trigger the collar. Eventually, over time I'll be able to decrease that sensitivity level in the shock collar as they understand when I put the collar on them they will know what's going to happen if they bark or growl or are disobedient."
"My dog barks the entire time she is outside basically because there is a squirrel that lives in our tree. One wouldn't give a warning beep, the other was ran on batteries and the battery was an uncommon odd size you couldn't find in stores, and the other would just go off for no reason randomly / when my other dog would bark. This one however, has a warning beep, is chargeable, easy and efficient to use, does not go off when my other dog barks, and it even lights up in the dark which is awesome for my black haired dog at night, and the vibrate is enough for my dog and is learning to quit at the beep so it wont even vibrate."
"My new dane pups have been barking like crazy dogs ever since they could see the new horse near their yard. My girl won't bark at all now even with the collar off full time."
Best Small Animal Carriers
Patented spring wire frame allows the rear end of the carrier to be pushed down several inches to conform to under-seat requirements. Top and side entry options make it much easier to comfortably load pets in the carrier. Small and medium sizes are included in Sherpa's Guaranteed On Board program. Every airline has a specific set of rules and regulations and pet parents are often not properly prepared or aware of the requirements. Top Entry. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. Side Entry. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. Hand Carry Straps. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. Shoulder Strap. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. Pull Strap. YES. Wheels. YES. Number of Mesh Panels. 3. 4. 3. 3. 3. 3. 4. 3. Number of Pockets. 1. 2. 1. 1. 1. 1. 1. 3. Roll-Down Privacy Flaps. YES. YES. YES. Seatbelt/Luggage Strap. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. Available Sizes. Pets up to 8 pounds. YES. YES. YES. Pets up to 16 pounds. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. Pets up to 20 pounds. YES. Pets up to 22 pounds. YES. YES. Approved on Most Airlines. Small. YES. YES. N/A. N/A. N/A. YES. N/A. N/A. Medium. YES. N/A. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. Large. N/A. N/A. N/A. N/A. N/A. Guaranteed on Board. Small. YES. YES. N/A. N/A. YES. N/A. N/A. Medium. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. Large. N/A. N/A. N/A. N/A "Approved for Use on Most Major Airlines" VS. "Guaranteed on Board" Please note, only the Small and Medium Original Deluxe are Guaranteed On Board® . If you answer "yes" to any of these questions, check with your vet if your pet is suited for transport in its current condition. Prior to traveling make sure to allow ample time for your pet to familiarize itself with its carrier. We recommend purchasing a carrier at least a month in advance to allow your pet sufficient time to become accustomed to it. Put the carrier in an open area so the pet can investigate and get used to its scent and shape. Traveling by Plane Always check your airline's rules and regulations prior to flying. Be sure your pet's collar is secure and clearly displays proof of current vaccinations, your name, address and contact info. Complete and print your Guaranteed on Board® forms, or call your airline for its specific requirements. Research your destination city’s pet rules & regulations, along with those of where you will be staying. Acquire a health certificate and ensure your pet is up-to-date with its shots no more than 10 days prior to your departure. Research and create a list of local vets and emergency clinics at your destination. Arrive early on your day of departure and allow ample time for you and your pet to check-in and board your flight. Plan ahead and know various locations at the airport(s) where your pet can relive itself prior to (and between) flying. The seatbelt can be secured through the luggage band located on the rear side panel of the carrier. Be sure your pet's collar is secure and clearly displays proof of current vaccinations, your name, address and contact info. The Sherpa Original Deluxe Pet Carrier is stylish, lightweight, and conforms with commercial airline carry-on specifications. It features a durable quilted nylon construction, mesh panels for ventilation, and two convenient entries: front and top. Its seat belt safety strap fits conveniently over upright luggage handles. Medium carrier measures 17” L x 11” W x 10.5” H. Do NOT select the carrier size based on weight only.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"The first two photos were taken on a brand new 737-800 on Southwest in a 3-aisle-3 configuration, I'm sitting in the window seat. My 10 year old daughter wanted to have our 15.8 lb long haired dachshund in front of her, but he started to fuss a bit mid flight, so I moved the bag under the seat in front of me which is a window seat. The middle seat has the most foot room with slightly more generous width between the bench seat support. I also flew on an older Air Canada Airbus A319, (photo 3 and photo 7) and that time it was an aisle seat, also not a problem."
"Great carrier."
"When I researched for pet carriers, I found pictures with animals next to or inside the carrier very helpful."
"I'm a 5'3" female and found this much less cumbersome to carry than the awkward plastic carriers, and the shoulder strap is a welcome option."
"Although I was very nervous about getting turned away due to the size of the carrier, I acted like we had done this a million times (unlike the woman in line next to me with a dog that did not stop barking/squealing for the entire 15 min I was next to her). The carrier DID fit with a little squishing and maneuvering, but since the flight atttendants on some of the flights were very strict, I used it to be able to pull the carrier out from under the seat mid-flight and give my little guy some reassuring pats on the head. Once he became comfortable sitting in the box, I put a treat on the bottom and as soon as he put his head down to get it, I zipped the lid and let him enjoy his treat in there. I expected him to freak out the first time (my dog is not well-trained by any means; he will not even sit on command most days), but he stayed calm, so after about 5 minutes of me sitting by his box, I picked it up, did a few laps around the apartment, went down the elevator, loaded him up in the car and took a short drive to the pet store. Due to time constraints, we never trained for staying in the box longer than 2 hours, despite us having about a 7 hour trip time with the layovers. Stop the behavior and do not let it out of the carrier until the behavior has stopped and some time has passed. To help with his ears popping, I brought several nylabones on the plane (the pocket on the carrier is perfect for a few treats, a collapsible water bowl, a potty pad for layovers if you don't have time to take your dog out between flights, and a Kindle for yourself). My dog has a bite similar to a pitbull, and the determination of a 6 year old trying to reach a giant piece of candy that was put just out of reach, so when he started trying to eat his way out of the carrier during the last 30 mins of the flight, every scenario of him running through the aisles like a mad man started running through my head. Once your bags are checked in and your dog has the "ok" to fly, check out the security line. If it's short, I recommend walking out of the airport and giving your dog some last-minute fresh air, one last bathroom stop, and a moment for the vet-recommended Benadryl to kick in. When the time comes to go through security, you'll put the carrier through (I also had a backpack with the blanket tied to it and a large coat) and carry your dog through the x-ray machine. I put my dog back in the carrier at this point, but if your dog's leash is easily accessible, you could probably get away with walking it on its leash to the gate (at least that seemed to be the case at SAN, PHX & MKE)."
Best Small Animal Exercise Wheels
Specially designed for quiet spinning.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Easy installation to the cage wall, spins without catching, no sounds, thick sturdy plastic, very spacious."
"One complaint, the wheel itself does spin quietly, no squeaking or anything, but it is occasionally loud when my rat runs particularly fast or hard on it."
"The wheel was also prone to tipping, and we had to put a weight on the stand to keep it upright."
"I got this brand of wheel for my hedgehog, Dax, about 5 months ago. The only thing that I think could of caused this injury is that his foot got pinched some how between these pieces and ripped his little foot while he was running."
"This one also didn't work. I thought it was that they needed to be worn in a little, but even after a week it didn't make a difference. I uploaded a video of the comparison of the NEW(left) and the OLD(right). -- Rotating http://goo.gl/XPfXai. Here is an image of the parts, OLD(left) and NEW(right). -- Disassembled parts http://goo.gl/JxuEpn. -- Rotating part http://goo.gl/2DTTuo. OLD (working) Version. -- Rotating part test http://goo.gl/owYqIE. NEW (inferior) Version. -- Rotating part test http://goo.gl/JxuEpn."
"I'm having a hard time imagining what pet could comfortably run on this wheel."
"I had it attached to the wires of my cage not free standing, which makes no difference for the poor quality."
"No matter how tightly you screw the nut onto the bolt, or how you affix the yellow casing to the cage or stand, the bolt is loose which causes the wheel to spin off axis, vibrate, and rattle at any speed."
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Color:Deep blue. Finally a Safe, Simple Way to Trim Your Dogs Nails at Home. ★ SHARP- Designed with a heavy-duty 3.5-mm stainless steel blade to cut through nails cleanly and easily with just one squeeze. ★ COMFORTABLE- Ergonomically designed with comfortable non-slip handles, which allows you to: ☆Keep the clipper safely within your grasp. ☆Apply the perfect amount of force. So you won't accidentally slip and harm your dog during trimming. ★ RECOMMENDED BY PROFESSIONALS: The Boshel pet nail clipper is an ergonomically designed Powerful and easy-to-use pet grooming tool, the nail trimmer is recommended by animal trainers, veterinarians, professional pet groomers and thousands of satisfied customers as the best pet nail clippers on amazon to use for medium and large dogs and cats.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"He is a black Labrador with thick black toenails. I must admit we sort of skipped the puppy part of the manual- the part that mentions that you're supposed to clip their nails every 1 to 2 weeks. Taking off literally shavings at a time, I got past the crumbly part to a dark center. To finish I clipped off a little layer of the thick top side which rounds it out and supposedly helps the quick recede."
"We've tried dozens of nail clippers (these would split her nails and often would not cut all the way through the first time) , a dremel (very noisy and stressful for LilIy), more frequent walks on the pavement, and groomers (expensive and her nails would still get split)."
"I have bought clippers in the past and have been mortified that I would cut into my dogs vein."
"The gap stop is so helpful and my guy did not complain even once Now we're shortening the nails over a few weeks time to give the quick time to recede each time."
"It takes both my husband & I do hold down our 14# Maltipoo and we do more "shaving" than "clipping" so it is a slow process."
"One of my dogs had her nails clipped to short when she was a puppy so she is very skittish of the vet clipping them."
"I prefer the older style clippers for the dog nails - I can not seem to find them anywhere so I tried these."
"I've used multiple nail trimmers and while the nail file is appreciated it isn't needed if the product provided a smooth clean cut."
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2X Pet Stain & Odor Formula 99K5A. Removes pet stains and soils from carpet with patented odor control technology 60 oz, 2X concentrated Patented odor control technology EPA Design for the Environment Certification Safe for use in all full-sized deep cleaners Contains Scotchgard to help protect carpet from future stains Maximize carpet cleaning performance and help keep carpets looking clean all year long Delivers professional-style results and fresh smelling carpets. The advantages of patented odor control technology BISSELL 2X Pet Stain & Odor formula is designed to loosen and remove the stains and soils that your pet leaves behind. This is a Safer Choice product and has been evaluated by the EPA through a rigorous scientific process to designate products that are safer for families, pets, workplaces, neighborhoods, and the environment.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"I used this with a friends Bissell carpet cleaner, and it did an excellent job!"
"Always put a capful in my Spotbot when cleaning pet stains."
"It cleans okay but doesn't leave a nice smell like one of the others."
"It has several cycles: suction, spraying solution, brushes going in 1 direction and then the other and more suction, all this in 6 minutes, then it beeps that it is finished and most of the time the stains are gone after 1 session. I hope it lasts a very long time."
"So don't expect this to work miracles, but I did three treatments on the main area he has his accidents and it did help by the end albeit didn't solve the problem."
"Works good."
"Bissell, the well-known popular brand for carpet cleaners and carpet cleansers has one less buyer."
"works perfect with the Bissell DeepClean Deluxe 36Z9."
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Size: Two-Pack. Set of 2 stainless-steel food bowls for puppies, dogs, cats, or kittens.
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Find Best Price at Amazon"Those smaller "cat sized" bowls flare out as they go up and have a lip on the top making it an ideal tipping target for both of our furry hooligans. These new Amazon basics stainless bowls are more dog sized at 7 inches across the top and just under 10 inches across the base."
"These are SO thin and cheap I was hoping no-one noticed at our Winter Gathering when I washed these dishes for my dog (they were a gift that he opened) because the bowls literally buckled under the pressure of my holding them while trying to hand-wash them."
"We had issues with one of our cats tipping the water bowl over, along with moving the cat food bowl every day. Neither one of the bowls have moved either."
"These bowls were bought for use by a boxer and a pitbull after the vet recommended throwing out plastic dishes that may have been attributing to allergies."
"I understand that the large footprint makes the bowls very hard to tip and the rubber ring makes it hard for them to slide but they take up a lot of room."
"Great deal and better quality than expected!"
"They are super shiny & have a rubber ring on the bottom that keep the bowl from sliding as your pet eats."
"It's really easy to just manually clean the bowls with soap/scrubber, though, so I do that alot."