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For the pawlidays
By Miranda Inganni
Are you looking for that special something for that special someone in your life with four legs or just a two-legged friend with a special furry four-legged friend? All four of these made-in-the-USA products make great holiday presents for one's dearest pets.
Chewber
What more can a dog ask for than a durable flying disc/chew toy/food bowl? Well, lots of love, of course, but the Chewber provides your pooch with the former three-in-one happiness (you will have to take care of the love part). This safe, strong, seemingly indistructable rubber toy is reinforced with nylon, providing your canine friend with hours of healthy fun. Because of its design, the Chewber springs back into shape, no matter how "ruff" your doggy plays with it. The fact that you can use simple hand and vocal cues (in addition to some dry food) to train your dog with Chewber makes it much more than just a toy. And you can easily clean the Chewber by hand or in the dishwasher. Chewber is available in three sizes (suggested retail price: $18.99-$20.99), so whether you have a new pup who needs lots of playtime and a few lessons, or a large well trained dog who loves to run in the open after moving objects, Chewber has something for everyone.Pet-zzz-pad
We all know that dogs and cats (and iguanas too!) love to curl up in sunny spots throughout the house. Well, even on the cloudiest day, your four-legged (or three or two) friend can have a warm cozy place to sleep thanks to the Petzzzpad. This fleece-covered, circular heating pad warms up to a pet-friendly and veterinarian recommended 102 degrees. With a chew resistant cord and machine washable cover, the Pet-zzz-pad makes it easy for pets with joint or muscle pain to relax comfortably and safely. The niftiest aspect of this heating mat is that it warms up only when your pet is on it and, conversely, cools off as soon as the furry one has moved away. You can even insert the mat into any pet bedding, making it even more versatile. Branded by both the American Kennel Club and Cat Fancier Association, Pet-zzz-pad comes in two sizes: 12-inch for smaller pets (suggested retail price: $19.99) and 16-inch (suggested retail price: $39.99) for medium to larger pets. My cats, who are known for their fierce love of both sleep and warm places, definitely approve of zzzis pad!
Platinum Pets
What Platinum Pets lacks in variety, they make up for in quality. Specializing in bowls, leashes and collars, these are no ordinary pet products. The coated, stainless steel, embossed bowls and chrome plated leashes and collars would make any pet (and said pet's owner) proud. The dishwasher-safe bowls (suggested retail price starts at $6.49) feature rubber edging along the bottom, so they won't skid on floors and some models have a pop-out bowl for easier filling. The leashes (suggested retail price: $19.95) feature either a nylon or leather handle strap, while the collars (suggested retail prices: 7.99 to $10.99) are available in five sizes, making them perfect for any dog. With rich, designer colors like Caribbean Teal and 24 Karat Gold any pet can live like royalty. And pet's parents can be both pleased and satisfied knowing that the products are eco-friendly, durable and elegant. Mix and match or stick to a color scheme and bring some razzmatazz to doggy's daily routine.
Swheat Scoop
This natural kitty litter is such a great idea! The wheat enzymes naturally neutralize order; it clumps nicely and has no chemicals; it's biodegradable and flushable. Swheat Scoop is made from non-food grade wheat, which is supposed to be safe for kittens (and small children) who might accidentally ingest it. Unfortunately, in my cats' case, Swheat Scoop turned into an oddly sweet-smelling sticky mess (not unlike cake batter). Additionally, Swheat Scoop ain't cheap (suggested retail price $13.99 to $43.19). That being said, my cats are allergic to pine-based litters, and I really don't like commercial, clay-based ones -- too dusty and bad for the environment. Swheat Scoop is a great alternative! But, please, don't try to bake it.
For more infomation on Chewber: www.chewber.com
For more information on Petzzzpad: www.petzzzpad.com
For more information on Platinum Pets: www.platinumpetsusa.com
For more information on Swheat Shop: www.swheatscoop.com
