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A pet for your personality
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items I was raised to love all animals and had many different kinds of pets growing up and as an adult. This is some I recommend along with different products and local groomers.
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Dogs
Cats
ferrets
other
local pet groomers
Dogs
Our family has enjoyed many dogs over the years and these are some of my favorites. I have learned a lot over the years from different types of dogs and how they adjust to their environment, like how well they do or do not get along with kids.
Talk about loyalty! German shepherds are not only friendly dogs, but are very loyal to their owners. They are known for being super smart and able to track specific things like drugs or missing people. They are also widely used as service dogs becaus...
German Shepherd Dog Dog Breed Information
Otherwise known as the “hot-dog dog” we had a couple growing up. These dogs live very long lives when given the love they crave. Our first one was named Boo and he loved to pose for the camera! We have photos of him pretending to be passed out with a... Muttlee protected Ellie from everyone… as if they were husband and wife. A great dog for older people, not so much for little kids.
Dachshund
Another smart dog when it comes to tracking or hunting, these dogs are great at keeping unwanted animals from your yard. The beagle my brother had growing up was kinda a lazy dog when he wasn't hunting. He was more playful in his puppy years, but the...
Beagle Dog Breed Information
These dogs remind me of big kids that don't want to grow up. My brother's dog Rico thought he was a lap dog up until the day he gained his wings. He loved playing ball and was great with kids, but sometimes forgot how big he was and accidentally knoc...
Labrador Retriever Dog Breed Information
Our husky Liyah was such a fun loving dog, playful, energetic, and smart! But boy did she chew through some furniture! These dogs are loyal, smart, and very protective of their loved ones. She could run for hours and not get tired and be as happy as ...
Husky
Our dog Theo is a Shiba Inu and one of my most favorite dogs ever! Smart, funny, loyal, and very protective! He loves going on walks, playing ball, and making his own bed when he's ready for a nap! Great around kids, but sometimes forgets his size co...
Shiba Inu
Cats
We have only had a few cats over the years and these were our favorites. Cats are more of an independent animal, using the litter box or going to the door when needing out. easy to feed and water, and can be super happy playing with anything they fin...
Cats are something different. Unlike dogs, they don't need to be walked each day and can use the litter box, which makes them a little easier to take care of. Tabby cats are usually friendly, very smart, and of course cuddly. Our cat Reese loves to s... claimed as her own and won't share with any other pets. Cats are said to be very therapeutic and can even sense when a person is sick. Great pets for people of all ages.
Tabby cat
These cats are not meant for everyone. The bombay cat that we had was good with older kids, but not the younger ones. Usually quiet, dominating, and temperamental, they still love to cuddle and play from time to time. While I wouldn't suggest this ca...
Bombay Cat Breed Information - Purina
I've only ever had one of these cats and it was a sweet, lazy, fluff ball that just laid around soaking up the cuddles from the kids. Their hair is a little bit longer and silky to touch making them therapeutic to rub and pet.
American Bobtail Cat Breed Information & Characteristics
These cats are super soft and cuddly and their mostly white fur sets them apart from other breeds. These cats are loving, loyal, and sure to put a smile on anyones face.
What to Know About a Ragdoll Cat - WebMD
ferrets
Ferrets are not for everyone! Ferrets don't do well with high energy people. They prefer calm, less noisy environments and love to cuddle with those who are calm. They are very playful in the right environment and love to climb and hide in places whe...
Sable ferrets can be great pets especially when handled frequently as babies. If a ferret isn't handled much, it might be more likely to bite if handled in a way they aren't use to. We had two sable ferrets when my autistic son was about 7 years old ...
Sable Ferret Animal Facts | Mustela furo
Just as the title hints, these ferrets are brown in color, but still have the white undercoat. We had one chocolate ferret when the kids were little and it spent more time out of the cage than in it. We got it as a baby and it was great with the kids...
Ferret Colors and Patterns - Holistic Ferret Forum
Some people just love the white fur and I am one of them! There are also white ferrets that have brown eyes as well, but there's just something special about the albino that makes them a great unique pet.
Albino Ferrets: Get All The Facts About Them Here!
These ferrets are a mix of light and dark fur and have their own unique mask. Super cute and friendly, they love playing with their toys and their people.
Champagne theory : r/ferrets
other
The pets in this section are ones that I didn't have many varieties of such as birds, fish, and hamsters. These pets are usually kept in cages and are usually easier to care for.
I have had several parakeets and keeping their cage cleaned was a task! I love hearing the chirps and whistles they do, and feeding was simple. If you stay in a lot, they can become a pet that comes out of their cage from time to time. This isn't eas...
Parakeet (budgerigar) care - Animal Humane Society
I had a set of love birds back in high school and called them This and That. They were so cute and woke me up each morning with a song. They gained their angel wings when I went away for bootcamp and my family didn't pay attention to them as I did. T...
Lovebirds
While there are many types of fish to have as pets, these are my favorite. Their bright orange color brightens the day and the tank! They usually swim well with other types of fish made for the family fish tank. One thing I like about fish as pets is that the filters and other types of fish keep the tank cleaned most of the time, only needing cleaned by me occasionally. They are e...
Goldfish
Cute and cuddly, hamsters are another pet that can roam free or be caged, depending on the owner. We only had one hamster and my kids loved it. They don't live as long as dogs and cats do, so if you want a forever pet, these are not the best option. ...
Hamster
local pet groomers
We have several family owned pet places in our area and only one big brand pet store. I love the groomers and family owned pet stores in our area! Clean friendly environments with great staff who truly get to know your pets!
The staff at the Strawberry Dog are amazing! They hold clinics each season to treat your furry companions for fleas and ticks among other things. They also have the best groomers around! The staff are patient and well trained on the different breeds ...
The Strawberry Dog
Another great choice to get all your pet needs taken care of! The staff are well trained and treat your pet as if it were their own! They have been a staple in our community for years and have taken pet care to a whole new level!
Stonehavens Uptown Hound
This is a pet store that also does grooming services and they are amazing! They have some pets available for sale and will let you handle them in store to see if you might be a good fit for that pet. I work with special needs kids and take them in th...
Pets Unlimited Pet Store & Grooming of Maryland
While I've only used this groomer once, they were very friendly, patient with my dog, and did an amazing job with his hair cut. They definitely keep a full schedule, and seem to be growing each year!
Groom-N-Tails
This is another great pet groomer in the area! They have times when they take their mobile office out into the community to reach people who might not have a ride to get to them. This was super helpful during the pandemic. Great staff and great servi...
Strut Your Mutt Pet Groomer