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Espree Mud Bath Dog Conditioning Treatment is a natural formula designed to condition, rehydrate and rebuild the coat. Treatment is massaged in, allowing minerals and nutrients contained to be absorbed into the body. Can be used safely with spot on flea treatments. An 8 oz supply of Espree Mud Bath Dog Conditioning Treatment retails for about $13.

KONG’s Tennis Ball Fish combines soft plumes of feathers with a tennis ball (sized for cats). Catnip is hidden inside and the entire toy measures about 4” long. Suggested Retail for the KONG Tennis Ball Fish is under $5.

The Canine Couture line of Hot Joe Jackets features dog-themed prints including orange dog bones, black paw prints, cream dogs, red dogs, white paw prints, green or red dog circus, and cream bones & hearts. And several are reversible allowing you to enjoy two designs with one jacket. Each jacket uses an adjustable Velcro closure to accommodate snug fits on cups 12 to 20 oz and is insulated by a fabric that is hand sewn in-between two outer layers of cotton.  They are reusable – an eco-friendly feature – and a portion of their proceeds is contributed to local animal shelters and charities. You can find Canine Couture Hot Joe Jackets for around $10 or less.

The new book Dog Sense: How the New Science of Dog Behavior Can Make You A Better Friend to Your Pet by Dr. John Bradshaw (renowned anthrozoologist) discusses canine psychology and behavior and is designed to clarify certain misconceptions and stereotypes that have affected the way people treat their pets. He addresses what studies confirm are a dog’s real needs (for example, positive reinforcement is much more effective than punishment) so pet owners can learn how to live more in harmony with their dog(s). Suggested Retail for John Bradshaw’s Dog Sense: How the New Science of Dog Behavior Can Make You A Better Friend to Your Pet is around $26.

Bowsers Replus Cool Hues Cat Tower is solid wood and covered with heavy-weight ribbed natural cotton for scratching. Blocks can be stacked 5 stories high or separated into a variety of configurations for playing, hiding, sleeping, etc. And all cubes easily fit into the large bottom 18” by 18” block for storage. The complete Bowsers Replus Cool Hues Cat Tower is available for between $200-$300.

Pioneer Pet’s Tiger Mobile Motorized Cat Toy attaches to any interior door by tethering to the doorknob and is battery operated (2 AA) to intermittently spin the toy. Plush toy is interchangeable and you can control the entire device with an on/off switch.  Suggested Retail for the Pioneer Pet Tiger Mobile Motorized Cat Toy is about $30.

The Moderna Cozy Corner Enclosed Cat Litter Box is designed to fit neatly in the corner for space-efficiency. And it features a deep base for less litter scattering, an easy top carrying handle, translucent door, and a storage spot for the included slotted litter scoop. Charcoal filter also helps to reduce odors. Suggested Retail for the Moderna Cozy Corner Enclosed Cat Litter Box is around $20.

Lilly and Abbie Dog Beds offers handmade custom dog beds in various prewashed fabric options (drapery weight cotton, poly, cotton/rayon). Covers are easy to remove (covered zipper wraps around 40% of the bed) and are machine washable, as are the inserts with which you can choose from a poly fill or a recycled fill. Waterproof insert covers are also available. And for durability, inside seams are bound with twill tape and reinforced with double stitching. A Round Lilly and Abbie Dog Bed (with poly fill) ranges from $100-$160 depending on size. And a Small Rectangle Bed starts at $125 ($135 with recycled plastic fill).

Ware Manufacturing Inc’s Earthly Elements II is made of all natural seagrass and bent hardwood materials and designed for climbing, scratching, lounging, and playing. It includes 2 seagrass scratch surfaces, 2 resting levels, and natural feather toys. And the contemporary design is made to complement the home. Just check online or with your favorite pet supply retailer(s) for more pricing and availability details for Ware Manufacturing’s Earthly Elements II Cat Furniture.

The new automated pet feeder, Pet Feedster USA, is designed to be jam proof, ant proof, and kibble-theft proof. The digital timer can be programmed to feed 5 meals a day and feeder holds up to 10 lbs of food (accommodates a full range of dry food sizes and shapes – but not canned food). Requires a 100 volt electrical outlet or can be used with batteries – when plugged in, it’s battery back-up capable and batteries can last up to 6 months. And the concave design makes it possible to feed just about any kind of dog or cat breed, even larger ones. Suggested Retail for the Pet Feedster USA is around $200.