Best Pet Supplies

There are so many different coats, jackets, and hoodies that are a must for keeping your beloved dog or puppy warm in cold or wet weather.  You have many options bcause there is a wide variety of colors, styles, and sizes that are available.  You can go classic college style sweaters, vintage 60’s, camo, knit, or anything you can think of for all types of dog apparel.  Boots protect your pet’s paws from not only the elements, but from salt, stones, and rough terrain.  There are raincoats, hoodies, and tee shirts for all tastes and all sizes of dogs and puppies.  All pet parents want their pets to be safe and protected from the elements when they go outside for whatever reason and you can find any kind of dog apparel to fit your needs and your pet’s needs at First Rate Pets where you can shop and get friendly expert advice about pets at anytime.

Camo or Camouflage apparel has always been popular with people and now you can get them for your dog!  When you think of camo colors, you normally think of green, but did you know you can also find camo prints in pink for the girl dogs?  You can get just about any type of apparel for your dogs in camo pink or green including hats, hoodies, coats and jackets, tee shirts, collars and leashes, and even boots!  If you love that outdoor look, then you really should check out all of the camo gear for your dog so you both can enjoy the great outdoors in style!

Most all dogs love to go for rides in the car with their owners. Car restraint harnesses made especially for dogs are not only stylish but will keep your beloved dog safe by keeping him safely in the seat and preventing him from trying to get on your lap while you are driving which is very dangerous and could cause an accident.  It also keeps him from sliding around in the vehicle if you should have to make a sudden stop or turn.  Many harnesses are made for either taking your dog for a walk and can also be used in most vehicles using the seatbelt which is very economical and smart!  You should also keep in mind that  you shouldn’t leave your pet in a vehicle during hot weather as it can get over 120 degress inside very fast which could cause heat exhaustion and even death. 

Most people don’t really think about how important dental hygiene is for their dogs or cats.  It’s been stated by veterinarians that approximately 70% of cats and 80% of dogs have some form of gingivits by the time they are 3 years old.  If it is left untreated, this disease can also destroy gums, teeth, and supporting structure just like in humans and it will also cause very foul breath.   If allowed to go on too long, serious problems such as irreversible bone loss, chronic pain, continuous foul breath, and even eye problems if a tooth abscesses can occur.

The only sure way to prevent plaque buildup and dental disease and to keep that bad breath away is to make cleaning your pet’s teeth a frequent routine just like grooming routines.  There are so many dental products to make it easy for you to clean your pet’s teeth such as dental gel which is made especially for pets and doesn’t have to be rinsed out.  There are also great toothbrushes in a variety of styles made just for pets.

Maintaining your pet’s dental health is another way to help make sure your pet lives a long happy and healthy life, after all we want to keep them around for as long as possible!

It’s true, summer is almost at an end and before you know it, Halloween will be here!  Halloween is a very popular holiday and there’s so much you can do to make it so much fun for you and your pet!  Last year I dressed up as a prisoner and my dog wore a K-9 cop uniform!  We even won a costume contest for the most original!  Needless to say, my dog absolutely loved all of the attention he received and he was really happy he was included in all of the festivities!  There is just no end to what costumes you can find for your dog no matter what size or age.  You can find anything from spooky to humorous and anything inbetween!  It’s time to start thinking Halloween and finding the perfect Halloween costume for your best friend!

Your dog always loves to play with all kinds of toys, but these days it’s important to make those toys last!  You should always have different types of toys for your pet to play with such as chewing toys for puppies or big chewers, hide and seek toys to keep them active and challenged, soft plush toys for having fun and for babying, and of course the all important interactive toys where you and your pet can have lots of active personal play time!  The key is to only let your pet have a couple of toys at a time for a week or so  and then rotate them to different toys for another week.  Your pet will be amazed and they will think they’re getting new toys all of the time!  It will save lots of wear and tear on your pet’s toys and will keep them interested in playing with their toys thus keeping them from chewing up or playing with things they shouldn’t.  Always make sure that the toys you buy are suitable for your pet’s size and activity level.  One last important note:  Dog toys are very important in keep your pet happy, active, and enjoying themselves and for enjoying playtime with you.  There is no end to the kind of dog toys you can find to suit your taste and your dog’s preferences.

I own a dog named Confidence and she and I do alot of volunteer work at hospitals, nursing homes, and schools.  I guess you could say Confidence is the star because she gets all of the attention from everyone.  Especially when she shows up in one of her many costumes that I have bought for her over the years.  All of the costumes she wears always cheers up people and kids of all ages right away and Confidence absolutely loves the attention!  Even if we are just going out for a walk, she will give me a confused look if I don’t dress her up in one of her cute costumes or tee shirts before going out.  You can find so many different things for your dog or puppy to wear whether you like fancy or plain clothes and you can find many different costumes and apparel to fit you and your dog’s personalty and preferences.  Dog costumes and tee shirts can be a lot of fun for you and your pet!

Have you been looking for some great deals on name brand high quality pet supplies for your pets?  Well,  you should check out what’s on sale at First Rate Pets!  They always have great deals and now they have even greater deals on dog collars, dishes, tee shirts and costumes for dogs and puppies.  I found the cutest tee shirt for my dog that is a machine washable shirt with glow in the dark features!  I have a big dog and they had the perfect size for him and he loves showing off his new shirts!  Be sure to go to First Rate Pets and see for yourself how much money you can save on all of your pet’s needs!

When the weather starts to warm up, most long and shorthaired dogs will start to shed their winter coats. It’s a real pain to need to vacuum all the time due to a shedding dog or dog, thus, when the weather starts to warm up, it’s best to break out the dog grooming supplies. There isn’t a lot needed to groom a dog, in fact, most often it can be done with just a standard brush. However, for certain dogs, it might also be necessary to have scissors and a rake, which would be used to address mats or large clumps of hair that need to be removed. For some dogs that have a lot of fur, there are also tools like electric clippers which can be quite useful for grooming.

Grooming can be stressful for some dogs, so don’t forget to let them loose once in a while. For example, brush for about ten minutes, then throw the ball for a couple, then begin brushing again. This ensures that the dog doesn’t become stressed out and will also be much more patient when being brushed. Make sure to get outside and enjoy the weather as well! Grooming indoors can be messy and require a lot of clean up, so groom on a porch, deck, or patio instead.

I think most all dogs and puppies love ice, I know mine do!  Everytime they hear me open the freezer door, they’re right there behind me waiting for that nice cold ice cube! The only problem is, the cube is too big for them to chew and they usually end up melting on the floor leaving a mess!  The resuable Kyjen fill and freeze kit takes care of that and they make bone shaped frozen treats that your pet can easily chew and enjoy and there’s no end to what you can use to make your best friend a frozen treat during this hot weather!  You can use any kind of broth or juice or you can use my dog’s favorite treat Frosty bones.  All you need to do is mix a large container of yogurt with ground carrots, apples or lightly cooked ground liver then fill the Kyjen fill and freeze and when frozen, your dog will wonder how he got so lucky to deserve such a wonderful treat!