December 31, 2010
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Here's a look back at the fun and festive gear we dug up this past December for our pets and the people they love for the holiday season. Thank each and every one of you for reading Super Cool Pets -- here's to a happy and prosperous 2011 for us all!
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Continue reading: "Super Cool Pets Monthly Round Up -- December 2010"
December 30, 2010
We cat and dog lovers know a lot about our pets, and we can learn something new every day. In case you need to break the ice tonight, or any other time, we have dug up some dog and cat facts that should come in handy as conversation starters.
Cats:
1. Nose-to-nose greetings between cats are unusual, as it puts both in a vulnerable position. However, cats who know each other well but have been apart for a while feel safe enough to do this to confirm visual recognition and gain information about how the other cat is, where he has been and what he has been doing.
2. Purring usually indicates contentment, however, a deep purr can also indicate pain. If you know your cat well you will be able to tell the difference in his demeanor.
3. Cats start to purr at one week old and can do so continually as they inhale and exhale.
4. Young cats purr in a monotone, while older ones do so in two to three resonant notes.
5. Scientist still do not know exactly how the purring sound is made, although some believe that it originates in the cardiovascular system rather than the throat.
6. Cats appear to retain their kitten vocal signals to communicate with their owners, but they use and adult repertoire of sound with other cats.
7. Like dogs, cats can also get sick or die from eating chocolate.
Continue reading: "Wacky Facts About Cats and Dogs "
December 29, 2010
We have read a couple of articles recently regarding the (high) cost of animal ownership. It's more than worth it for most of us--after all, money is for spending on necessities, and pets are a necessity in a lot of our homes. Get the scoop at the Animal Lovers, Beware of Ownership Costs -- NY Times and the follow-up article Why the animal ER is so expensive (Pet economics 101) -- Fully Vetted/Pet MD
Continue reading: "Why Pet Ownership Can Be So Expensive "
December 28, 2010
Found in our Super Cool Pets mailbox on a recent morning:
THOSE OF YOU WHO HAVE PETS, THIS IS A TRUE STORY. FOR THOSE THAT DON'T, IT IS STILL A TRUE STORY.
The following was found posted very low on a refrigerator door.
Dear Dogs and Cats: The dishes with the paw prints are yours and contain your food. The other dishes are mine and contain my food. Placing a paw print in the middle of my plate and food does not stake a claim for it becoming your food and dish, nor do I find that aesthetically pleasing in the slightest.
The stairway was not designed by NASCAR and is not a racetrack. Racing me to the bottom is not the object. Tripping me doesn't help because I fall faster than you can run.
I cannot buy anything bigger than a king sized bed. I am very sorry about this. Do not think I will continue sleeping on the couch to ensure your comfort, however. Dogs and cats can actually curl up in a ball when they sleep. It is not necessary to sleep perpendicular to each other, stretched out to the fullest extent possible. I also know that sticking tails straight out and having tongues hanging out on the other end to maximize space is nothing but sarcasm.
Continue reading: "The Email About Cats/Dogs I Was Talking About Last Night!"
December 27, 2010
Is your dog getting cabin fever with this chilly weather? Get everyone's blood moving and play some games! Feeling lazy? Round up the children or your significant other.
Stimulating games can be easy using items you already have lying around the house-- socks, tennis balls, garden hoses, paper cups and muffin tins.
For instance, you can play the all-time doggy favorite Tug-of-War with just a tennis ball and a sock. Get the scoop in Playing Games with Your Dog - No Special Equipment Needed over at Paw Nation.
December 24, 2010
To those of you who celebrate, all of us here at Super Cool Pets wish you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas. And if you don't celebrate, Happy Holidays! We have sent all our Super Cool Pets readers a card.
Apropos the above photo, enjoy this Simon's Cat video:
December 23, 2010
Have you taken a good close look at your kitty cat these days? Cats generally groom themselves just fine, but a cat experiencing illness, arthritis or being just plain overweight may not be up to the job.
If you need to spruce up him/her for the festivities, this Miracle Coat Spray-On Waterless Shampoo for Cats
is the ticket. This shampoo provides luster, shine and manageability to your cat's coat with minimal effort and stress on your part.
You will love the fresh scent, and your skittish cat will appreciate its gentle spray. Not a bad idea to keep handy year round for occasional touch-ups to keep your cat's coat healthy and shiny.
December 22, 2010
This 2011 Dog Photo Contest Calendar displays appealing photographs taken by Orvis customers of their dogs.
These calendar pictures were originally submitted as entries in the Orvis Cover Dog Contest. Click on the link to submit your photograph. The winning photo will be on the cover of the Fall 2011 Orvis Dog Book and the winning photographer will win a $500 Orvis Gift Card.
December 21, 2010
We all love our pets to pieces, and their loss is often unbearable. What we wouldn't give to have them back after they go. Actually...nowadays, for $100,000, maybe we can have them back. Or, at least, a *version* of them.
Where do you stand on the issue of cloning? Author John Woestendiek examines the uncharted territory of cloning in his new book Dog, Inc.: The Uncanny Inside Story of Cloning Man's Best Friend
. As a society, should we or shouldn't we?
December 20, 2010
December 18, 2010
This bestselling Audubon 365 Songbirds Calendar 2011
displays a full-color bird photo each day. In addition to the daily photos, one species is spotlighted each month with a large photo and detailed text.
Add a little holiday spirit to the bird cage. This Christmas Bird Toy
includes 24 large red and green wood popsicle sticks and 12 small red and green Christmas trees to entertain your bird.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
December 17, 2010
The third annual Free Shipping Day is today Friday, December 17, 2010. More than 1,000 merchants are expected to participate, offering free shipping with delivery by Christmas Eve.
Specifically for our pets, among them are Only Natural Pet Store
with a 10% sale with coupon code HOLIDAY and also take $10 off your purchase of $50 or more at PetSmart.com
using coupon code AFFDEC. Check out a few of the pet sites.
Books are generally highly appreciated gifts at the holidays. We have spent many a Christmas afternoon browsing through the literary stash we received --definitely the gifts that keep on giving.
We have included some of the hottest super cool pet books out there. In keeping with our troubled times, many of these are "cozy" books, feel-good stories:
You Had Me at Woof: How Dogs Taught Me the Secrets of Happiness
by Julie Klan. Author "was surprised and delighted to find that her dogs had more wisdom to convey to her than she had ever dreamed. And caring for them has made her a better person-and completely and utterly opened her heart."
Oogy: The Dog Only a Family Could Love
by Larry Levin. The story of a puppy brought back from the brink of death, and the family he adopted.
Teh Itteh Bitteh Book of Kittehs
by icanhascheezburger.com. While the first book explained the LOLcat philosophy, the second helped readers live these tenets themselves. The focus is now on the cutest cat of all: tiny, heartwarming, adorable kittens.
Continue reading: "Super Cool Pets Holiday Book Gift Guide"
December 16, 2010
We all like to hang out in our sweats and pj's when it's cold outside. Keep your doggy toasty warm over the holidays and during frosty nights in these Fashion Pet Long John Thermal Dog Pajamas
. Cozy and adorable with a back flap and large button detail. Machine wash. In sizes XXS to L.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
Many of us associate mint with the holiday season. We love to stir a stick of peppermint in our cocoa and decorate the tree and stockings with candy canes. Here's a pet stocking stuffer to create a mint holiday tradition with your cat, too. Mint and catnip are members of the same botanical family.
This tantalizing Petstages Fresh Breath Mint Stick
is filled with real dried mint, designed to freshen your kitty's breath and clean teeth while chewing. For a healthy benefit, the durable netting on the toy helps remove soft tartar and the springy leaves provide gentle resistance to exercise your cat's gums and jaw muscles.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
December 15, 2010
We were sent this amazing Kritter Kondo Deluxe from the Kritter Kommunity. It is an outdoor pet enclosure ideal for indoor cats and small dogs. It's purrfect for your patio, balcony, porch, deck, yard or even indoors. A shade canopy is built in to offer a shady side and a sunny side for your pet to enjoy the fresh air.
It's also terrific for visiting homes of relatives and friends and when traveling. The Kritter Kondo Deluxe collapses flat with the simple release of a few pins--no assembly required.
The Kondo comes with its own carrying case which has a shoulder strap and handles for easy mobility and storage. The interior of the carrying case has three pockets and a zipper pouch for toys, food, blanket and bed.
Order now for free shipping. Your kitty will love the Kritter Kondo Deluxe, and you will too.
Continue reading: "Pink Kritter Kondo Deluxe"
This durable Crypton Super Throver Pet Blanket
guarantees protection for your home, automobile--wherever you and your pets may go. It looks like a blanket and works like a tarp.
Use it anywhere you need instant protection from stains, pet hair, dirt that could mar your furniture, vehicles, bedspreads--you name it. This eco-friendly rectangular Throver Pet Blanket is proven to resist stains, odors, moisture, and bacteria. It's easy to spot-clean and machine-wash.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
We all have calendars on our computers and smart phones these days, but it's often easier (and always cuter) to glance over at the wall or our desk for the date (or day in our case).
If you are looking for an easy and affordable present for a pet lover or yourself, 2011 Dog Calendars
and Cat Calendars are always well-received gifts.
Calendars make cheerful wall decorations. We have a daily desktop dog breed calendar we open every morning over coffee, prior to reading the news on our laptops.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
December 14, 2010
Four furry kittens decorate this casual Kitten Collar Sweatshirt
, with the cute touch of one crawling over the shoulder. Banded bottom and black mock collar. Machine wash.
Free shipping on orders over $40. 
Use code 10619101001 at checkout. Valid through December 15.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
Our pets are with us a short time. Decorate your tree year after year with a special keepsake Paw Print Ornament
. You just mold the included clay into any shape you want, press your pet's paw into the clay, bake for 30 minutes, and hang with the included pretty red and green satin ribbon.
This easy Paw Prints Keepsake Kit
also has everything you need to capture those cute little paw impressions. The kit includes an 11-by-14 inch wood wall frame to display the impression alongside a 4-by-6 inch photo. The look is classic, with a modern appeal as well.
Both kits are perfect for any impression, from furry dog and cat paws to skinny little cockatiel feet.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
December 13, 2010
With company coming over the holidays, our pets will be the center of attention. We want them to be fresh and clean for all those hugs and kisses. A bath with Gingerbread Shampoo
will leave your pet smelling great! It's infused with essential oils so your dog's coat will be soft and lustrous as well.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
The Igloo Deluxe Pet Bed is a cat or dog hide-a-way that you will be comfortable displaying in your home. It's an end table and pet bed in one.
The Igloo Deluxe is constructed of natural rattan, stained espresso with a soft machine-washable cushion perfect for a comfortable smaller dog or cat nap. Order by Thursday 12/16 for Christmas delivery.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
December 12, 2010
Remember, if it's too cold for you, it's too cold for your pets. Don't leave dogs and cats outdoors.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
December 11, 2010
This Winter Birds In Birch Cardigan is lovely and functional winter wear for work and weekends. Beautiful winter birds embellish both sides of this cardigan, perched on birch tree branches with puffy snowflakes all around. Six-button front, white mock-neck collar, banded bottom, and two side pockets. Machine washable.
Free shipping on orders over $40. Use code 10619101001 at checkout. Valid through December 15.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
Give your backyard birds a safe and reliable source of water during the icy months. The Solar Sipper
uses the solar heating to keep water ice-free in winter for temperatures as low as 20°F. Hang it on a tree or post for safety from predators with the included bracket.
The all-season, insulated design helps to keep the water cooler in summer as well. On the ground, it also provides water for your dogs, cats, and other small animals, even poultry.
Receive Free Shipping off your order of $50 or more.
Use code: LNKPHFS.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
December 10, 2010
Staring into those beautiful brown (blue?) eyes, we all wish we could share our holiday dinners and desserts with our pets, but generally our rich food is just not good for them and may even cause an upset stomach.
These Pup-Pies are healthy and wholesome doggy treats made from all-natural, human-grade ingredients in mouth-slobbering flavors like Deep Dish Pizza Pup-pie
and Old Fashioned Apple Pup-pie
. Your dog can have a special treat too!
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
Thinking of getting an aquarium, but not sure you are up for the maintenance? This Hypnotic Jellyfish Aquarium
provides the desired "mesmerizing ambience" without the hard work of live fish. It has three artificial jellyfish that move in the water amidst the seaweed and coral reefs.
The aquarium sets up on your bookshelf or tabletop. A silent, integrated motor generates gentle currents, causing the jellyfish to rise and fall in the water, while LED back-lighting highlights their movements. You can choose specific light patterns from nine integrated LEDs that provide red, blue, and green highlights within the aquascape.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
December 9, 2010
Add some holiday cheer with these quirky and colorful Glass Animal Ornaments handmade in Canada by Catherine Labonte. With their speckled colors, big cartoonish eyes and sly grins, these delightful pet ornaments will make a super cool gift for any home.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
These adorable Martha Stewart Inside-Out Holiday Dog Toys 
turn inside out to form another fun shape, as shown in the image. These toys are perfectly sized for puppies and small dogs with internal squeakers for light chewers.
Take 25% Off
all pet holiday products 12/9 through 12/12.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
December 8, 2010
This is the gift for the pet lover who truly does have everything. The Canine Shower Stall
is every dirty dog lover's dream. Features:
- It has 16 water-jet nozzles plus a shower head that wash and rinse your pooch in an enclosed space, producing "vigorous streams of water that penetrate even the thickest coats".
- The hand-held, adjustable-flow shower head has a 38" hose that allows you leeway to easily wash and rinse those dirty paws, belly, and other hard-to-reach areas.
- Two integrated leashes and dual locking doors restrain the dog(s).
- A partial, clear plastic roof helps to keep water inside the shower (and off of you), yet allows access to the dog.
- The shower connects to a spigot or faucet using the included adapters and a garden hose .
- A flexible 2 foot drainpipe empties the dirty water out.
- The shower accommodates dogs up to 200 lbs., and includes a removable shelf that elevates small dogs.
Order by December 13 for Christmas Delivery.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
This time of year dogs can difficult for drivers to see in the dark. Sometimes hunters mistake dogs for deer. This reflective Blaze Orange Safety Collar allows your pet to be seen on the road in dim light and in the woods during hunting season.
This nylon sash-style collar has reflective trim and fits over your dog's standard collar with an opening for clipping the leash to your dog's regular collar underneath. Your dog won't even know it's there. The front can be tightened to prevent brush from getting caught under the safety collar. In three sizes.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
December 7, 2010
Keep your kitty away from your furniture and woodwork this year and provide more room for napping. These handcrafted Brawny Cat Scratch'n Slumber Comfort Loungers are cedar lounge frames with reversible, replaceable Scratch'n Slumber Comfort Padlets.
For naptime, there's room for multiple sleeping positions and stretching out, and both you and your cat will love the varied scratching angles. Check out the different sizes and styles available at Brawny Cat Scratch'n Slumber Comfort Loungers or at Brawny Cat.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
We are really loving plaid this holiday season. The colors are so cheery and festive, not only for this special time of year but the other seasons, too.
For the minimalist dog who doesn't particularly like to wear clothes, this Red Tartan Plaid Dog Bowtie is the perfect outfit for holiday parties, or even just a fun stroll around town. Adjusts to fit your dog`s neck with velcro closure.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
December 6, 2010
Poochie Bells hang from your doorknob, and with them you train your dog or puppy to tell you when it's time to go out. Pet training bells are recommended by professional trainers, with a 95% success rate.
This Puppy Training Bells Holiday Gift Pack
adds some festivity to the function. When the holidays are over, you can swap out the festive grosgrain ribbon for its off-season counterpart for year-round use.
Receive 20% off + FREE Shipping
-- no minimum order. Use code EFD2626.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
We have a publisher giveaway opportunity for two Christmas gift books--perfect for friends, co-workers, teachers, and even easy stocking stuffers for your family.
The Lost Dogs: Michael Vick's Dogs and Their Tale of Rescue and Redemption
by Jim Gorant tells the before and after story of Michael Vick's dog fighting operation, a "gripping tale of good and evil".
Teh Itteh Bitteh Book of Kittehs by icanhascheezburger.com focuses on the cutest cat of all -- tiny, heartwarming, adorable kittens.
If you would enjoy either of these books, send in an email to news@supercool pets.com and let us know whether you are a cat or a dog lover, or both. The giveaway book will be shipped directly from the publisher.
Update: We have super cool winners! Darcy in Oregon whose kitty's name is "David" and Carol in New Jersey whose pets are "Chloe", a grey and white rescue cat, and "Polly", a white and grey rescue she is in the process of adopting. She is also a frequent caregiver for her daughter's dog "Joanie". Our third winner is Lauren who lives in Ontario with Tazz, her 8-year-old rescue Bull Terrier.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
December 4, 2010
Birdseed ornaments are a decorative way to attract and nourish those beautiful winter birds we love to see in our back yards and parks. These festive and functional Birdseed Ornaments
are made from all-natural mixed seeds, juniper springs, and cranberries. They make a perfect gift for the bird lover in your family. Each gift box contains a snowman, stocking and tree ornament with wire hangers.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
Bird-lovers, roll out the festive welcome mat to all guests who visit your home this holiday! This charming Holiday Cardinal Mat
is hand-stenciled with sprigs of vibrant holly, crimson poinsettias and perky little cardinals using nontoxic, water-based inks on natural fiber from coconut husks.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
December 3, 2010
This colorful Snow Hoodie Dog Sweater
will keep your best buddy cozy and toasty this winter. It's made of 100% wool, with a hood for added warmth (and cuteness!).
Receive 20% off + FREE Shipping -- no minimum order. Use code EFD2626.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
This artful and expressive Millefiori Glass Cat Lamp
is a stunning addition to any room. The cat is sculpted of hand-cast metal with gleaming glass eyes to accent his/her antique finish.
Receive Free Shipping
off your order of $50 or more. Use code: LNKWWFS
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
December 2, 2010
Books are generally highly appreciated gifts at Christmas. We have spent many a holiday afternoon browsing through the stash we received. Definitely the gifts that keep on giving. Here are a couple of new ones:
Dogs
by multi-award-winning photographer Tim Flach is a follow-up to his critically-acclaimed Equus
. Through photographs of dogs in varied settings and locations, solitary and in groups, Mr. Flach creates an "engaging portrait of the physical and spiritual lives of dogs (breeds and crossbreeds of all types) around the globe."
Smells are powerful way that we remember events and emotions over the course of our lives. Mo Smells Christmas: A Scentsational Journey (Mo's Nose)
by Margaret Hyde is a sweet book for the little ones at Christmas. Readers will meander through the sweet smells of Christmas with Mo--"from the fresh-cut pine of the Christmas tree to sugary goodness of Gingerbread to the rich delight of a chocolate Santa to ultimately the JOY of Christmas."
For more books and other holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
These Funny Dog T-Shirts are just the thing for the dog lover in your life. The moss-colored Dogisms shirt has block-stamp lettering on the front: Dog Tired, Lucky Dog, Top Dog, Dog Eat Dog, Dogalicious, Double Dog Dare, Puttin' on the Dog, Dog Years and more. The black In the Dog House tee is appropriately printed in prison-style stencil. These washable shirts are made of pure cotton.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
December 1, 2010
This Holiday Santa Hat Crinkle Sack Cat Toy
makes a fun and festive gift for the kitties in your house and the people they love. It has a crackly liner and dangling plush snowball, surefire ways to entertain your cat, plus your family and guests. Watch your cat darting in and out of the hat, playing with the dangling toy and hiding inside.
At Amazon and PETCO
where you can get 15-50% OFF Sitewide + FREE Shipping on $50
through December 4th.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
Need a gift for your best friend? Your dog will love a big, fluffy Personalized Dog Bone Pillow
for nap-time and random chewing. The zippered polyester/acrylic cover is removable and machine washable.
Make it extra special and personalize it with your dog's name. Available in three sizes: Small, Medium, and Large. Receive Free Shipping off your order of $50 or more. Use code: LNKPHFS thru 12/31.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide!
Here's a look back at the fun and festive gear we dug up in November for our pets and the people they love for the busy holiday season. You can also connect with us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.
For holiday gift ideas, browse our Super Cool Pets 2010 Holiday Gift Guide or click on the links on the right side-bar.
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