The Food Bowl - For Pets and Their People

June 10th, 2008

Top 10 Animal Dads

MSN Encarta recently did a series of the top ten dads in the animal kingdom (did anyone else just remember Father’s Day is only five days away??).
Some of them are surprising and some aren’t (we’ve all seen ‘March of the Penguins’), but it’s neat to find out that caring about offspring isn’t limited to […]

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June 7th, 2008

Cat and Dog Emergency Preparedness

The stress of an emergency situation can be alleviated a bit when steps have been taken to prepare for it.
These videos give tips and ideas for preparing your dogs and/or cats for an emergency and what kinds of supplies you’ll want to have on hand to make for a quick evacuation if needed.

Tips include […]

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June 4th, 2008

Apple Cinnamon Drop Dog Treats

Remember, these are for the dog, not you! (Although, admit it - when you make your own treats you take a nibble, right? Right?)
Apple Cinnamon Drops Dog Treats
1 large apple
1/4 cup honey
1/2 cup of water
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup oatmeal
1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1/8 cup whole wheat flour
Preheat oven to 350 ° F. Core, slice […]

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June 3rd, 2008

Sisal Furniture for Cats and People

I love this! Furniture made with sisal for both cats and people - no more worrying about the cat scratching up the couch or coffee table. In fact, it’s encouraged!
It’s made by Cat Livin, who also sells other items from sleeping mats to live catnip.
What do you think? Would you furnish your home with your […]

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June 2nd, 2008

Pet Supply Vending Machines

You can get soda, food, and even movies through vending machines now, why not pet supplies?
Check out these pet supply vending machines made by Hey Buddy! They can be loaded up with balls, toys, Frisbees, flea collars, pick-up bags, leashes, vitamin-water, and treats.
They’re franchised out now, and you can see where a few have already […]

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May 26th, 2008

Settlement Reached in Pet Food Lawsuit

Image details: Pet Food In Red Plastic Bowl served by picapp.com
Companies that were sued over the tainted pet food that caused the deaths of thousands of animals last year have reached a settlement amount of $24 million to pet owners in the United States and Canada.
The agreement still needs a judge’s approval but if it […]

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