For Your Pet
Jan 19, 2012
For most of us, our pets are a member of our family. We love them for their companionship, the affection they show us and the fun they bring into our homes. We care about their well-being, which means that when they're anxious or scared it hurts us too. It's terrible to watch your dog shake and whimper but, other than try to comfort them, what can you do?
The Thundershirt may be the answer. The raincoat-looking "garment" applies a constant, gentle pressure to your dogs body which has a dramatic calming effect. Now, we know that may sound a little far-fetched, however, it is believed that pressure has a calming effect on the nervous system and using pressure to relieve anxiety has been applied in a variety of situations for years. Thundershirt has conducted a survey of over 2,000 customers and over 80% responded saying that their dog showed significant signs of improvement. Sounds like a very positive result to us.
Thundershirt is available at Elemental Canine in Cloverdale and Harvey's Pet Food in Langley as well as online a thundershirt.com. They retail for approximately $39.95.
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Jun 28, 2011
For many of us, pets are a big part of our life. Here at Stimuli there are a couple of Labrador Retrievers that live for their food. Most days they resemble a Hoover with their incessant need to suck up food. However, when a dog gobbles up their food, it often results in a not so nice mess to clean up.
The EatBetter bowl helps dogs learn to eat at a slower pace by incorporating a raised wishbone-shaped partition that allows dogs to eat easily but prevents them from inhaling their meal too quickly. Encouraging dogs to take smaller mouthfuls and chew at a slower pace helps to avoid overeating.
Available in a variety of sizes and colours, The EatBetter bowl can be purchased online at goneshopping.ca. Prices start at $24.99.
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Apr 07, 2011
With two Labrador Retrievers hanging out in the Stimuli offices on a regular basis, many of our break times involve a "do your business" walk. Usually we just stuff a the plastic bags in our pockets and off we go. However, love finding things that turn the ugly into pretty.
The Walk Time Poop Bag Holder by eco-PUP, a local Vancouver company, puts the style into poop patrol. Constructed out of organic cotton canvas with reclaimed leather trim, this eco-friendly bag will clip to your leash, tote or belt loop. You'll never be caught digging in your pockets again.
The Walk Time Poop Bag Holder is available online for $12.00. eco-PUP products are also sold at Big Dog Little Dog Bakery in Langley and Fetch A Bone Holistic Pet Store in Pitt Meadows.
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Jan 21, 2011
Winter is certainly here and like it or not, this time of year we only see an average of 9 hours of day light. As Stimulistas know, we are far too busy with work, spouses, kids and dogs to fit everything in while the sun is still up.
Whether you have resolved to be more active with a daily walk or run or you simply need to get the dog out for a quick trip around the block, we thought these two gadgets were worth taking along.
The Life Gear GlowTM Stick is a four-in-one flashlight, glow stick, flasher and whistle. It is lightweight enough to tuck into a pocket or be carried by the wrist strap. We loved the idea of a small flashlight as sometime's you need a little extra help when trying to figure out exactly where the dog stopped to take care of business.
If carrying this stick seems a little cumbersome or if you wish you, your kids or your dog were simply more visible in the waning light, let them carry their own flashing beacon. Attached to a zipper, set of keys or dog collar the Nite Ize® SpotLit is water resistant and is easily moved with the carabiner clip. The two settings; glow and flash make you or your canine companion easy to spot. The best part is that the Life Gear Glow Stick and the Nite Ize® SpotLit come with the batteries included and are available for under $10.
We found the Life Gear GlowTM Stick at Canadian Tire for $5.99 and the Nite Ize® SpotLit at Harvey Pet Food & Supplies, 20811 Fraser Hwy., Langley for $8.99.
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Nov 17, 2010
It seems that, when we talk about great pet products, they are mostly geared towards canines. What about our fuzzy felines?
The Canadian company, Loyal Luxe, was founded in 2008 with the idea that products for pets should be different. Well, they've succeeded with the Canadian Cabin for Fluffy Little Critters. Made entirely of corrugated cardboard, which cats are innately drawn to, your cuddly kitty will love it almost as much as catnip. While it is geared towards cats, the cabin works for your other furry friends like rabbits, ferrets and very small dogs.
We love that since it is made entirely of cardboard, your kids can get creative and decorate the outside for a customized look. How fun is that?
The Canadian Cabin is available online at Loyal Luxe for only $24.99 and it ships right to your door for $11.00. This is a perfect gift for the pet lover in your life.
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