Summer
August 9, 2010
Thousands of Items on Sale at PETCO.com -- Hot Weather, Hot Prices
PETCO. com has placed thousands of items on sale! Hot Weather, Hot Prices + FREE SHIPPING on $60!
Sale ends Thursday, August 12th.
July 28, 2010
July 23, 2010
Celebration!
Celebrating our 7th. Good times.
July 12, 2010
Thundershirt Dog Anxiety Treatment
If the booming of July 4th fireworks and summer storms have done in your dog (and you!) try the Thundershirt Dog Anxiety Treatment
. It's a popular solution for many types of anxiety including the aforementioned thunder and fireworks trauma, plus separation, travel, and crate anxieties.
This is a wrap that applies a gentle, constant pressure on the dog's torso. According to some experts, pressure has a calming effect on the nervous system. Using pressure to relieve anxiety has been a common practice for years.
Thundershirt for Dogs
July 8, 2010
Consumer Reports Tests Mosquito and Tick repellents
Every silver lining has a cloud and in summer it's mosquitoes and ticks. Not only are they annoying, but they can be hazardous to human and pet health. They definitely can interfere with the fun of playing with our pets outdoors and taking them for walks.
A recent Consumer Reports test found "six repellents protected against deer ticks and two common types of mosquitoes for 7 hours or more. Four of those contain deet in varying levels. The Environmental Protection Agency judges deet safe when used as directed."
The effective products include two types of "Off" and two deet-free:
Another possibility is the battery-powered Off! Clip On Mosquito Protection
with the claim of "head to toe protection up to 12 hours" on the package. Disappointingly, the folks at Consumer Reports abandoned testing their beleaguered subjects after two hours because of bites.
June 23, 2010
Keep Your Pets Super Cool This Summer with a Kool Collar
If the temp has heated up where you are, keep your pets super cool with a Kool Collar. The collar is washable, easy to use and re-use, vet recommended, non-toxic, and non-staining. It's adjustable from 17 1/2" to 24" and comes in the super cool colors black, red, blue and orange.
June 22, 2010
Fourth of July Patriotic Shop -- Dog Collars, Apparel and Toys
Is your pet ready for the 4th of July? New collars, toys & apparel for July are just in at the Muttropolis Fourth of July Patriotic Shop
. Be ready to celebrate!
June 16, 2010
Nautical Pet Collars and Leashes for Summer
Your pet will look bright and summery wearing these Nautical Pet Collars. Nautical code flags and colorful sailboats are embroidered on blue ribbon and stitched to an adjustable red nylon collar. In sizes S to XL with a D ring for easy leash attachment. Don't forget the matching leash!
Nautical Pet Collars
June 14, 2010
Relieve Pet Thunderstorm Anxiety this Summer
Many pets live in areas that experience strong summer storms along with the steamy summer weather. And next thing you know, your pet has slinked away to a dark closet, under the bed or table, panting heavily and trembling. Pet reactions range from mild to phobic and can definitely keep the household awake in the early morning hours.
Our hearts go out to our panicked pets -- what to do? There are many approaches to anxiety relief and effectiveness generally depends upon your individual pet.
Here at Super Cool Pets we have never bought into the advice that comforting a frightened pet actually intensifies their phobia. Glad to see that the well-respected, kindly dog trainer, veterinarian and author
Patricia McConnell agrees in her excellent article on the subject over at The Bark:
On the contrary, it's just not possible that petting your dog is going to make her more fearful the next time there's a storm. Warnings that you'll ruin your dog by comforting her are reminiscent of the advice from the 1930s and '40s to avoid comforting frightened children by picking them up. That perspective was tossed out long ago by psychologists, when research made it clear that having parents they can count on when life gets scary creates bold, stable children, not dependent or fearful ones.
She suggests "classical counter-conditioning (CCC). CCC can be a profoundly effective way to change behavior, because it changes the emotions that drive the behavior in the first place. A typical example in applied animal behavior is having visitors throw treats to a dog who is afraid of strangers."
More ideas and effective product links can be found in previous Super Cool Pets posts -- June 3, 2009 and August 6, 2007 among others.
June 11, 2010
Dog Lawn Signs
Add a fun touch to your lawn this summer. These black and gold Dog Lawn Signs are hand cast from rust-free, recycled aluminum, then hand painted with a weather-resistant finish.
Choose from: DOGS AT PLAY, DOG FRIENDLY HOME, and our favorite GENTLE DOG BEWARE OF OWNER.
June 4, 2010
June 3, 2010
Sun Protective Solid Pro Shirts and Visor Hats for Dogs
Protect your dog from sunburn this summer. These rashguard Sun Protective Solid Pro Shirts for Dogs
are functional and soft on your pet's skin. They're made from 80/20 Nylon/Lycra fabrics, so they are quick drying and will keep the coat nice and clean. The shirts provide UPF 50+ protection which is the highest and block 97.5% of the harmful UV rays.
Available in male and female, but all shirts follow the same sizing--the only difference between male and female shirts are the colors and prints used. Choose any color that suits you and your dog. Adorable matching Sun Protective Visor Hats
are sold separately.
At PlayaPup
Super cool find via Pet Sugar
May 24, 2010
Body Glove Oahu Pet Flotation Device
It's summer! We all head for water and that includes our dogs. Make sure your pooch is safe around the water, whether boating, kayaking, surfing or just hanging out on the dock. The Body Glove Oahu P.F.D Dog Life Jacket
is made with quick drying, comfortable neoprene wetsuit material throughout. Its layered EVA foam material helps keep your pet safe and afloat.
The life jacket features reflective stripping, easy-to-adjust plastic straps, and an easy- grip handle to pull the dog easily from the water. It has a plastic D-ring for attaching a leash and a convenient zippered storage pocket.
May 21, 2010
Canine Genius Water Twister Dog Toy
Time for swimmies! Toss this cute looking coiled Water Twister
into the water for your dog to retrieve. This dog toy has a spring-like design that keeps it floating on the water so your pups can see it easily. The bright colors make it easy for you to see as well.
The Water Twister sheds water and won't get soggy. This is a lightweight and tough water retrieval toy not intended to be used as a tug or chew toy. Great for warm weather fun for the pool, lake or beach. Makes a great gift for your favorite pooch!
around your neck or head on walkies to shoo away those pesky varmits. Get one for your dog too! The Insect Shield repellent lasts 70 washings. One size fits all. Available in a variety of colors at 
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