PetScoop: Costs of Owning a Pet

How much is that doggy or kitty in the window? Ultimately, a lot more than the sticker price, that's for sure. Bankrate.com does us a dubious favor and breaks down one year's cost of owning a dog and cat into seven categories:

Food and treats
Veterinary care
Boarding and petsitting
Grooming
Accessories, toys and pest
Training
Fencing

And you know what? They're worth it!

Adding up 7 costs of owning a pet

"Found My Animal" Leash and Collar Celebrates and Supports Adopted Pets

These attractive "Found My Animal" Leashes and Collars celebrate and support the worthy cause of pet adoption. Twenty-five percent of the vendor's profits go directly to the Louis Animal Foundation, a non-profit group dedicated to spaying/neutering and providing loving homes for animals.

The 100% cotton canvas collars are treated with animal-safe wax for waterproofing and added durability. In Small, Medium and Large sizes.

The rugged, old-fashioned rope leashes are custom-made by New England professionals, using no leather or animal-based materials. The rope can be held, looped around your waist or over your shoulder to free up your hands. The marine-grade solid brass o-rings and solid bronze clips make the leash easily adjustable and allow you to secure it to a fence or tree.

Each leash comes with an individually numbered, stamped brass decorative tag that is specific to your pet and indicates how many other dogs have been helped before your own.

"Found My Animal" Leashes and Collars

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Dog -- A Google Search Story

Break out the kleenex before viewing. A Google Search Story:

Super Cool Pets Monthly Round Up -- June 2010

Here's a look back at all the super cool pet stuff we dug up this past June as summer kicks off. Have a safe 4th of July weekend!

Apparel for Pets

Artwork

Birds

Books & Media

Collars and Leashes

Continue reading: "Super Cool Pets Monthly Round Up -- June 2010"

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Wedding Dog Collars

Make your dog a part of the festivities on your special day! These beautiful stretch dress-up collars add just the right touch.

The Rose Bouquet Wedding Dog Collar features soft satin decorated with roses and tulle.

The Rosebuds and Pearls Wedding Dog Collar is decorated with a ring of tiny rosebuds and delicate pearls.

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Molly Mutt Launches Molly Mutt Clean, All-Natural Dog Care Products

You may remember Molly Mutt dog duvets, which we have blogged about in the past. The company has just launched Molly Mutt Clean a line of all-natural dog care products made with essential oils in California and free of sulfate, paraben, artificial color and synthetic fragrance:

Molly Mutt Fresh Dog Bed Freshener removes odors and adds a fresh bedding scent. Perfect for busy pet owners when you don't have time to wash and replace your Molly Mutt duvet.
Molly Mutt Wash Dog Shampoo safely cleans your dog's coat without drying skin. Rosemary and peppermint leave a fresh clean scent, and the essential oils are naturally anti-bacterial.
Molly Mutt Soft Dog Coat Conditioner detangles and conditions your dog's coat for a healthy looking shine and soothed skin and also uses rosemary and peppermint essential oils.

Amazon Hot New Pet Book Release -- Pukka: The Pup After Merle

You may remember Ted Kerasote, the author of the best-selling and most enjoyable book Merle's Door: Lessons from a Freethinking Dog. The long-awaited follow-up Pukka: The Pup After Merle is now scheduled for release. The narrative on the author's web-site describes it best:

In 2009 I met Pukka, the pup who won my heart after Merle. This is his story, told in his words and accompanied by about 200 photos that I and others took. Though it's uniquely Pukka's story, it also recounts how puppies grow and learn and become dogs.

Pukka: The Pup After Merle is told in Pukka's voice and is chock full of gorgeous photos of America's West. The book is scheduled for release this fall and is available now for pre-order.

Ruby Prism Hummingbird Feeder

Attract hummers to your yard this summer--they are so fun to watch and educational for the entire family. This good-looking Stokes Select Ruby Prism Hummingbird Feeder is decorated with large lifelike flowers to attract hummingbirds. Its wide mouth opening makes filling and cleaning a snap. A convenient hanging hook is included.

Make your own nectar easily at home. Mix 1/4 c. sugar and 1 c. water in a cup or jar.

Hummingbird Feeder

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PooBoss K9 Utility Vest -- Let Your Dog Carry the Poo

One of the downsides to walkies is carrying the poo bag, for obvious reasons. Solution -- since most doggies just love their poo, put a PooBoss K9 Utility Vest on your dog to carry his/her own poo bag.

The vest also has a separate utility pocket for reward treats, wet wipes, your cell phone, keys--those extra items you juggle while still trying to control your dog.

This vest can be used with your dog's own collar or harness and has wide reflective strips to keep you both safe and visible. It comes with convenient Velcro closure, quick-release buckles and adjustable straps. Choose from four sizes, six colors and two different linings, lightweight and the heavier quilted.

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Easy Apply Wall Sticker Decorations -- Kitty Committee

Cat lovers--decorate the walls of your nurseries, homes, businesses, offices, dorms with these beautiful Easy Apply Wall Sticker Decorations - Kitty Committee. These stickers are removable and reusable. When you want to reposition or store them, just peel off with ease without removing paint/wallpaper and without leaving behind any residue. Liven up your walls, doors, windows, tables, refrigerators, and more!