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Pawsitive Essentials/Furkid Feel-Good Finds

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Furkids deserve the best! Essentials for keeping them healthy and happy! BEST options! Big or small- I love them all!  Friendly sharing of what all my many furkids have loved over the years.                                                                                                                             *Liquids- I have placed those drops right in mouth or along gum line under their lip.                                                                     **Disclaimer: This does not take place of veterinary medicine or other specialty veterinary medicine, and /or diagnosing etc.
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CHILL VIBES ONLY

Chill Vibes Only!  Helping my own furkids, and vet med clients/friends with theirs through the years! My Doberman D.O.GG relies on for those last minute boarding, grooming, or “uh oh” mom & dad are packing…Something is up kinda vibes.

 
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Perfect for road trips, vet visits, boarding, grooming or any “my pet is about to panic” moments!
PURINA PRO PLAN VETERINARY DIETS Calming Care ...
 
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Perfect yummy treat option they will enjoy! Love the ginger ingredient, for those upset tummy moments in the car. Comes in pouch or tub.
Zesty Paws Advanced Hemp + Melatonin for Pets | Chewy
 
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Natural liquid option. A few drops and my furkid goes panic at the disco to happy camper. Perfect for storms, unexpected guests, or if the world is ending moments.
HOMEOPET Anxiety Relief Dog, Cat, Bird & Small Animal ...
 
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Natural liquid option specific to travel anxiety.
HOMEOPET Travel Anxiety Dog, Cat, Bird & Small Animal ...
 
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BOOM! Natural liquid option specific to Fireworks.
HOMEOPET Anxiety TFLN Dog, Cat, Bird & Small Animal ...
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Natural liquid option specific to Storms.
HOMEOPET Storm Stress for Pets 20-80lbs, 450 drops
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CBD for Cats, Dogs, Horses. This was the only product in vet med we were allowed to discuss with clients due to its scientific research. Multiple Choices. Sign up for the emails- Get 10% off!
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Natural yummy treat to keep them settled and quiet.
Natural Dog Company Calming Melatonin - Chewy.com product page
 
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Spray and Go! Simply spray on your dogs blanket or bedding. Follow directions on label. Easy to use and calms them. Even use in carriers! We used to spray blankets or towels for patients. We would get them ready about 15 minutes before they arrived f...
ThunderEase — Powered by Adaptil for Calming Support for Cats and Dogs | Chewy
 
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Spray and Go! Simply spray on your cats blanket or bedding. Follow directions on label. Easy to use and calms them. Even use in carriers! We used to spray blankets or towels for patients. We would get them ready about 15 minutes before they arrived f...
Feliway Classic Calming Spray for Cats – 60 mL | Chewy.com

Healing Helpers-TLC

Your sick day, under the weather, rest & recover, help me mom/dad survival guide.      **If vomiting or diarrhea is going on- Rule out foreign body ingestion, or other serious possibilities FIRST!  If you give certain anti-nausea products it can cause serious reactions.  This is to make you aware and not to alarm you.                                                 ** I will also link up a Natural Veterinary Youtube channel I have recently found(Dr Jones- Veterinary Secrets). He was a conventional medicine Vet who turned Naturopathic Vet. Great videos!                                                                                                         **Disclaimer: This does not take place of veterinary medicine or other specialty veterinary medicine. 

 
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Natural liquid option. Weekend Hero/Oh Sh*t my vet is closed right now moment. Check first with your local pet store before going(not all carry this). I found this at PETSMART. Disclaimer- Rule out Foreign body ingestion or other serious internal con...
HOMEOPET Digestive Upsets Homeopathic Medicine for ...
 
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Natural liquid option: Disclaimer Rule out Bladder stones or other obstruction urinary conditions.
HOMEOPET UTI+ Liquid Urinary Supplement for Dogs, 15 ...
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Natural liquid option. Nobody likes that hack/cough sound! Disclaimer: Rule out any serious medical conditions with heart and lungs. There can be many reasons for our furkids to be coughing. X-rays can help reveal a lot!
HOMEOPET Cough Homeopathic Medicine for ...
 
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Natural liquid option- Disclaimer: Rule out fleas or other serious skin conditions.
HOMEOPET Skin & Itch Dog, Cat, Bird & Small Animal ...
 
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Natural yummy treat that aids in your furkids health system!
Natural Dog Company Aller Immune Chews for Dogs | Chewy
 
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Natural yummy treat that keeps the skin and coat healthy!
NATURAL DOG COMPANY Skin & Coat Omega-3 Salmon & ...
 
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Natural Skin conditioner and aids in healthy healing. Helped my furkids with skin a variety of skin irritations and dryness.
Natural Dog Company Skin Soother for Dogs - Chewy Product Page
 
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Natural Skin conditioner specific for those dry noses.
NATURAL DOG COMPANY Snout Soother Dog Healing ...
 
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Natural conditioning option for keep those paws feeling good.
Natural Dog Company Snout Soother for Dogs - Chewy.com
 
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Great Ear Cleaner Go To! Always use a drying ear solution. Not moisturizing- You will end up creating a moist environment, which can lead to more ear issues!! Follow directions on bottle. Disclaimer: So many types of ear infections can occur. Rule ou...
https://www.chewy.com/virbac-epi-otic-advanced-ear...
 
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Great Ear cleaner go to! Always want a drying cleanser. Never add moisture to an ear. Creates more issues. Follow directions on bottle. Disclaimer: Rule out any severe ear infections.
https://www.chewy.com/malacetic-otic-cleanser-dogs...
 
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Great antifungal ear cleaner.
Chewy T8 Keto Flush - Dietary Aid for Cats and Dogs
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Ultra version of malacetic cleanser!
Malacetic Ultra Otic Cleanser for Dogs - Gentle Ear Care and Infection Prevention | Chewy
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A Winner DUO for the EYES! My doberman loves digging in everything from hay loft to dirt piles to the tall grassy fields to search with that extra sniffer! We have a routine with flushing and applying the gel to decrease irritations and the eye gooby...
Vetericyn Plus Antimicrobial Eye Wash for Pets | Chewy.com
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Dermalyte is my furkids Go To! Bath time always smells good and it is Soap Free!! *Sidenote; Best when using topical flea and tick prevention. Won't wash away product.
DermalYte Shampoo for Dogs, Cats & Horses | Chewy.com
 
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Winner for most skin conditions! Always look for soap free or that the label says safe to use with topical flea tick preventions.
https://www.chewy.com/vetoquinol-universal-medicat...
 
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Whew! Anal Glands are no joke to leave unhealthy! No body wants their furkid to have anal glands abscesses!
Vetnique Labs Glandex Anal Gland Supplement for Dogs and Cats - Chewy.com
 
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Top Rated! Make sure you ease into this. slowly introduce since it can cause GI upset. No body wants your furkid to have the rrhea or have to clean up the…rrhea!  *Friendly advice: start out with half dose for a week while monitoring stools. then give per directions on product label.
VETNIQUE LABS YuMOVE Mobility Hip & Joint Care ...
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URI - Great tasting go to for meow-licious satisfaction and decreased sniffles
VETOQUINOL Enisyl-F Lysine Bites Chicken & Liver ...
 
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Natural Vet YouTube Tips:  a super helpful channel with simple, all natural at-home remedies for cats URIs- perfect for barn cats or feral colonies/litters, and your own furkids when they need a little extra support
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Top Eats & Treats

Top Eats my furkids have loved over the years! MMMGood! Friendly advice: Chicken and Beef are the causes of skin allergies. Remember when any skin allergies are happening limited ingredients are best. Do your research and consut with your Veterinaria... 

 
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Blue Buffalo is one of the top 5 brands for our Howlers & Woofers!
BLUE BUFFALO Life Protection Formula Adult Chicken & ...
 
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Blue Buffalo Large Breed. Friendly reminder about small & large breed dog versions!
Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula | Chewy.com
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Blue Buffalo Canned. A D.O.GG fav!  Friendly reminder, grains are still good, but adding in grain free canned is good to. Adds a little extra yummy-ness to the kibble
BLUE BUFFALO Wilderness Turkey & Chicken Grill Grain ...
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Blue Buffalo Canned Denali Grain Free version. Your D.O.GG  will think they are eating at a 5 star restaurant that is conveniently located right at home!  This mix is not only delicious but also great at ruling out alternative proteins if you are testing for allergies!
BLUE BUFFALO Wilderness Denali Dinner High-Protein & ...
 
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Howlin' at FULL MOON! This turkey recipe air dried kibble. Road trippin' fav! Road trippin' fav is a mix of blue buffalo denali canned and this turkey recipe!
Full Moon Pure Protein Chicken Recipe for Dogs | Chewy
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Purina- Purr-fect bladder buddy! My multiple cat household go to!! We all know cats are territorial and some stress easy. So this is a must in my house! Many moons later and many cool cats later… This was always given.
Purina One Plus Urinary Tract Health Cat Food - Chewy.com
 
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Purina Purr-fect bladder buddy! Canned is best to keep moisture intake high!
PURINA PRO PLAN Urinary Tract Health Variety Pack ...
 
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Meow-Licious!! Temptations are where it is at for all the cool cats!
TEMPTATIONS Classic Tasty Chicken Flavor Soft & ...
 
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Home Style Goodness for my pooches!! They love these homestyle chicken treats! i always have a bag in our hiking backpack and in the house!
BLUE BUFFALO Nudges Homestyle Real Chicken Dog ...
 
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Howlin' at FULL MOON Jerky treats! Talk about cant get enough!! Gotta have 2 bags on hand!
Full Moon Natural Essentials Jerky for Dogs - Chewy.com
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VIPee Litter List

My choices my cats have preferred over the years. Litter matters!

 
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Prestige Paws: Litter Legends 1! Love this litter. I discovered this litter after a pet sitting gig. The pet sitting gig that had 23 cats in the house. That is right..23!!! You never knew there was that many cats. It was also a small lake community h...
Swheat Scoop Multi-Cat Unscented Cat Litter - Chewy
 
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Prestige Paws: Litter Legends 2! Runner up to the initial litter dropped in this VIPee section. See short story under Litter Legends 1!
Swheat Scoop: Easy Maintenance Cat Litter – Chewy.com
 
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Prestige Paws: Litter Legends 3! Gotta have back up incase some are unavailable. If you haven't already… See short story under Litter legends 1!
Chewy Swheat Scoop Fast Clumping Unscented Cat Litter (Unscented) - 21 lb
 
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Great alternative to litter! Used in vet hospitals for years! Back in the day we all used to bring in our newspapers from home. Shred them and use in our dispoable litter boxes for the feline friends in hospital or boarding.
Small Pet Select Recycled Pelleted Bedding - Chewy.com
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Poops Scoopsss: Nothing fancy needed when you gotta scoop those stinkin' poops! Better with a steady one!
Sungrow Non-Stick Metal Scoop Kitty – Chewy.com Product Page
 
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Poops Scoopssss: Another scooper fav!
VAN NESS Extra Giant Long Handled Litter Scoop
 
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Mason Cement Mixing Tub: Not just for cement. Best idea I ever saw from a Vet I worked for and also pet sat for! Her hubby was a quarry owner. Genius idea for multpile cat household. Also slight modification may be needed. Like a small step or cut sm...
Tuff Stuff 26 gal. All-Purpose Mixing Tub at Tractor Supply Co

Fleas, Ticks and The Great Nope!

These are no- prescription needed flea/tick preventions. All natural versions listed as well. I have used these on my furkids through the years. Perfect when you need something immediately or if you wish to use going forward! Treat year round.  All vet staff can write on book on why it is so important. SO, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE USE F/T PREVENTION YEAR ROUND!  Best to purchase from Veterinarians as you get manufacturing company support. Harmful Pirated brands exist! 

 
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Frontline; One of many Go To brands. Sidenote: Bath needed- use a soap less shampoo only. Shampoos should say on bottle soap free. *Look under my “Healing Helpers” section.
Frontline Gold for Dogs: Flea & Tick Treatment | Chewy
 
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Frontline; One of many Go To brands. Sidenote: Bath needed- use a soap less shampoo only. Shampoos should say on bottle soap free. *Look under my “Healing Helpers” section.
Frontline Gold for Dogs: Flea & Tick Protection | Chewy
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Frontline; One of many Go To brands. Sidenote: Bath needed- use a soap less shampoo only. Shampoos should say on bottle soap free. *Look under my “Healing Helpers” section.
Frontline Gold for Dogs: Flea & Tick Treatment at Chewy.com
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Frontline; One of many Go To brands. Sidenote: Bath needed- use a soap less shampoo only. Shampoos should say on bottle soap free. *Look under my “Healing Helpers” section.
Frontline Plus Flea & Tick Protection for Dogs and Cats | Chewy
 
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Frontline; One of many Go To brands. Sidenote: Bath needed- use a soap less shampoo only. Shampoos should say on bottle soap free. *Look under my “Healing Helpers” section.
Frontline Plus Flea & Tick Spot-On for Dogs 45-88 lbs | Chewy
 
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Frontline; One of many Go To brands. Sidenote: Bath needed- use a soap less shampoo only. Shampoos should say on bottle soap free. *Look under my “Healing Helpers” section.
Frontline Plus Flea & Tick Spot-On Treatment for Dogs & Cats | Chewy.com
 
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Frontline; One of many Go To brands. Sidenote: Bath needed- use a soap less shampoo only. Shampoos should say on bottle soap free. *Look under my “Healing Helpers” section.
Frontline Plus Flea & Tick Spot-On for Dogs and Cats | Chewy.com
 
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Advantage 2; One of many Go To brands. Sidenote: Bath needed- use a soap less shampoo only. Shampoos should say on bottle soap free. *Look under my “Healing Helpers” section.
Advantage II Flea Spot Treatment for Dogs | Chewy.com
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Advantage 2; One of many Go To brands. Sidenote: Bath needed- use a soap less shampoo only. Shampoos should say on bottle soap free. *Look under my “Healing Helpers” section.
Advantage II Flea Spot Treatment for Dogs | Chewy
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Advantage 2; One of many Go To brands. Sidenote: Bath needed- use a soap less shampoo only. Shampoos should say on bottle soap free. *Look under my “Healing Helpers” section.
Advantage II Flea Spot Treatment for Dogs | Chewy
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Advantage 2; One of many Go To brands. Sidenote: Bath needed- use a soap less shampoo only. Shampoos should say on bottle soap free. *Look under my “Healing Helpers” section.
https://www.chewy.com/advantage-ii-flea-spot-treat...
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Best F/T Collar: Sometimes I need to use collar and other form depending on where we go. The ticks can be really bad- depends on season. **Always check with your veterinarian if preventions can be used together. As some cannot.
SERESTO Flea & Tick Collar for Dogs, up to 18-lbs, 1 ...
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Best F/T Collar: Sometimes I need to use collar and other form depending on where we go. The ticks can be really bad- depends on season. **Always check with your veterinarian if preventions can be used together. As some cannot.
Seresto Flea & Tick Collar for Dogs (Up to 18 lb) – Flea Protection from Chewy
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Advantage 2; One of many Go To brands. Sidenote: Bath needed- use a soap less shampoo only. Shampoos should say on bottle soap free. *Look under my “Healing Helpers” section.
Advantage II Flea Treatment for Kittens 2-5 lbs ...
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Advantage 2; One of many Go To brands. Sidenote: Bath needed- use a soap less shampoo only. Shampoos should say on bottle soap free. *Look under my “Healing Helpers” section.
https://www.chewy.com/advantage-ii-flea-spot-treat...
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Advantage 2; One of many Go To brands. Sidenote: Bath needed- use a soap less shampoo only. Shampoos should say on bottle soap free. *Look under my “Healing Helpers” section.
Advantage II Flea Treatment for Large Cats Over 9 lbs ...
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Seresto Collar: Love this collar for the furkids.
Seresto Flea & Tick Collar for Cats - Up to 8 Months Protection | Chewy
 
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ALL Natural Prevention; Great natural options to help our furkids!
Flea & Tick Spot On for Dogs + Cats
 
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ALL Natural Prevention; Great natural options to help our furkids!
Flea & Tick Spot On for Dogs + Cats
 
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ALL Natural Prevention; Great natural options to help our furkids!
Flea & Tick Spot On for Dogs + Cats
 
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ALL Natural Prevention; Great natural options to help our furkids!
Flea & Tick Spot On for Dogs + Cats
 
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ALL Natural Prevention; Great natural options to help our furkids!
Flea & Tick Collar for Dogs
 
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ALL Natural Prevention; Great natural options to help our furkids!
Flea & Tick Collar for Dogs
 
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PEPPERMINT FRESH! ALL Natural Prevention; FOR HOME & FURKIDS! Follow directions on bottle.
Flea & Tick Spray for Pets + Home
 
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CEDARWOOD FRESH!  ALL Natural Prevention; FOR HOME & FURKIDS! Follow directions on bottle.
Flea & Tick Spray for Pets + Home
 
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LEMONGRASS FRESH! ALL Natural Prevention; BUNDLES! FOR HOME & FURKIDS! Follow directions on bottle.
Complete Control Flea & Tick Kit
 
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PEPPERMINT FRESH! ALL Natural Prevention; BUNDLES! FOR HOME & FURKIDS! Follow directions on bottle.
Cedarwood Indoor Pest Control
 
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CEDARWOOD FRESH! ALL Natural Prevention; BUNDLES! FOR HOME & FURKIDS! Follow directions on bottle.
Complete Control Flea & Tick Kit
 
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ROSEMARY FRESH! ALL Natural Prevention; BUNDLES; FOR HOME AND FURKIDS! Follow directions on bottle!
Complete Control Flea & Tick Kit
 
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FOR THE HOME; AREA TREATMENT SPRAY!  FOLLOW DIRECTIONS ON BOTTLE!  NOT FOR USE ON ANIMALS!!!
VIRBAC Knockout E.S. Area Treatment Spray, 16-fl oz can
 
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FOR THE HOME; AREA TREATMENT SPRAY! FOLLOW DIRECTIONS ON BOTTLE!
Alzoo Plant-Based Flea & Tick Home Spray | Chewy
 
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PEPPERMINT FRESH! ALL Natural Pest Control. Follow directions on bottle.
128 oz. Peppermint Indoor Pest Control
 
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ALL Natural Yard Treatment! Starter kit with refill. Safe for you and your furkid!
Flea & Tick Yard Spray Refill Starter Kit
 
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Diatomaceous Earth; Wholistic supplement to help your furkid. Follow directions on label.
Wholistic Pet Organics Diatomaceous Earth for Pets | Chewy

Cozy Crash Pads

Dog bed? No! King and Queen Thrones. So Comfy. So Plush. Big Dreams and Cozy Places to plop down. 

 
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The Best for Your Furkid- Medium Supportive for a a lifetime of nap times.
LAIFUG Memory Foam Orthopedic Oval Dog Bed, Dark Gray, ...
 
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Comfy and Cool! Large Size- Even the smallest furkids need a big space stretch and nap.
Laifug Memory Foam Orthopedic Oval Pillow for Dogs | Comfort Support & Pain Relief - Chewy
 
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All Day Support- XLarge - To make those nap times are the most comfy!
Laifug Memory Foam Orthopedic Oval Bed for Dogs - Chewy.com
 
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This Healing Pad is the ultimate comfort.  Especially on those “ I don't feel so good days” from recovery to age related changes. Your furkid's second best friend, because you are #1!  (SMALL)
Infrared PEMF Pet Bed
 
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This Healing Pad is the ultimate comfort. Especially on those “ I don't feel so good days” from recovery to age related changes. Your furkid's second best friend, because you are #1!  (LARGE)
Infrared PEMF Pet Bed