Posts Tagged ‘Better’

A Better Choice of Pet Supplies Online

Thursday, July 29th, 2010

A Better Choice of Pet Supplies Online

The pet shops of today have a far better choice than those of years ago.  Not only do they cater for a wider variety of animals, but they also have a much better choice of all things related.  We now have a much greater understanding of an animal’s dietary needs and far more emphasis is placed on the nutritional properties of food.

However, even if you go into one of the largest pet shops that you can find, you will often still find it difficult to track down certain items; especially if you are the owner of a more unusual animal.  Reptiles or snakes require certain special diets and these cannot always be found in a high street pet supplies outlet.  You may find yourself having to travel quite a distance just to get hold of the specialist supplies you need; this can be both time consuming and expensive (not to mention annoying).

Another problem with high street pet stores is that they are normally quite limited when it comes to space.  Even one of the larger outlets will only be able to stock a certain amount of items because they always need to leave enough room for checkouts and for their customers to walk around.  

This is a very good reason to do your shopping for pet accessories on the internet.  Because online companies do not have to set out their stock with customers in mind, they can fit a great deal more in their warehouses.  Many of them will even sell other related items because they have enough free space in their stores.

With an online pet supplier, you may well come across outdoor clothing, footwear and garden accessories as well as an extensive selection of food and accessories.  This can be really useful because it means not having to place other orders with several different companies; you will be able to purchase a variety of goods and have them all on the same bill!

And (if you hadn’t already heard!) you will normally be able to find your items for a far better price on the internet than you would in a high street outlet.  Because online stores do not have the same amount of overheads to worry about they are able to offer their goods at a much reduced price.  This is great news for customers and it means more trade for online firms as well.

Needless to say, more and more pet owners are choosing to buy their food and accessories over the internet.  If you are bulk-buying your supplies each month then it can work out a great deal cheaper than using your nearest store, (even with the postage costs) and it will all be delivered to your door.

People will always keep pets, and owners will always need to buy food and accessories for them.  The internet gives us a very simple way of finding exactly what we are looking for and offers items for a far better price.

G.J.W.Titmuss Ltd boasts an outstanding range of pet supplies and pet accessories. We cater for all types of pets including dogs, cats, poultry, pond fish, small animals, horses and more. Choose from over 10,000 pet products at some of the lowest price on the Internet. For latest offers, go to http://www.gjwtitmuss.co.uk

Taking Better Care Of Your Cat

Friday, July 2nd, 2010

Taking Better Care Of Your Cat

A healthy animal makes for a happy pet. If you are a cat owner and you want to make your pet happy, you need to make sure that your cat is groomed properly, fed on time and is given enough love and attention.

Here are some tips on how you can have a healthy and happy cat:

1. Take care of your cat’s health.

As a pet owner, it is your responsibility to make sure that your cat is healthy and free from diseases that may even be transmitted to humans.

Visit the veterinarian if you notice that your cat has become lethargic or less active than usual.

If you see them ‘shedding’ excessively or has something unusual on their coat, immediately consult a professional.

Your cat might have a skin disease, or this could be a symptom of a sickness that you do not know about.

2. Groom your cat properly.

Cats are in the habit of grooming themselves. You will often see them using their tongue to clean their coat.

In spite of this, you should still do your part in grooming your cat if you want to keep them really clean.

Brush your cat’s fur regularly. There are several short-haired cats that need minimal brushing. For this, you can use a comb with soft bristles.

There are also cat breeds which have long, silky furs and this variety needs a much longer grooming time.

Use a wide-toothed comb initially then brush up with a fine toothed one afterwards. You can also use talcum powder in order to separate the hair strands.

Make sure that you brush with gentle strokes so that their skin will not be hurt or scratched.

Cats are also not that fond of taking a bath. But there are times when your cat would need bathing.

This is when they have accumulated a lot of dirt on the skin and coat. Bathing will help eliminate ticks and lice.

Also, there might be substances that could cling on the fur which can be poisonous and it is important for them to bathe.

When bathing your cat, use a shampoo that is specially made for cats. Do not be tempted to use your shampoo because of the great smell…it could have adverse effects on your cat’s skin and fur. Prepare the following before bathing:

-a small tub or sink
-slip-proof mat
-water spray attachment
-clean, dry towels
-shampoo
-comb

Adjust the water temperature, then place your cat in the small tub or sink before filling it up with water. It is better to attach a sprayer in the faucet rather than pouring water directly onto its body. Apply a liberal amount of shampoo on the cat’s body, and try to avoid the face, especially the eyes and ears.

After rinsing, towel them dry and comb the coat. Bathing time should build trust and create some quality time between you and your pet cat.

This should prevent your cat from making much of a fuss the next time it needs a bath.

Another part of grooming is keeping the eyes, teeth and ears clean. Also remember to keep the paws clean and the nails trimmed. Most cats can’t tolerate dirty paws and will lick them clean but they can’t yet trim their own nails.

Go to a pet store and you are sure to find products specially made to clean the eyes, teeth and ears. You can also look for a nail trimmer specifically designed to use on your pet cat.

Ask a professional groomer or a veterinarian so that you can learn how to properly clean your cat’s eyes, ears, teeth and nails.

3. Feed them on time.

Another aspect of keeping your cat happy and healthy is by feeding them well and on time.

Your feline friends can learn how to “stick” to a schedule with your guidance and training.

Make time in your busy day to feed them.

Along with homemade and natural cat food, you should give them plenty of clean water to drink.

If you have a lot of pet cats, give them individual feeding plates.

If there is just one dish, other cats might not be fed well because dominant felines will take the most part of the food that you serve. And a lot of cats are too finiky to eat after another one.

3. Shower them with love and attention.

By giving your cats your undivided attention while grooming and feeding them, you are already showering them with love and attention.

In addition to this, make their play time a lot more fun by appreciating the things that they do.

By following these tips, you are sure to have a healthy cat and be a contented owner.

Save your cat’s health and his life!

Lynne Gordon
I am striving to save the world – one person, one cat and one dog at a time.

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