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PET PARENTS ESSENTIALS - Products EVERY Pet Parent should know about
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items I'm a mom of 4 fur babies including 2 extra large dogs - these are the pet parent essentials I’ve discovered that I can’t live without for the wellbeing and safety of my pets
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Dogs
Recs for dog parents
My pets are family so I like to make sure they are safe on all of our adventures. These life jackets seem comfortable for my dogs and the handle on top makes it easy to grab them if they fall in the water.
For extra comfort for your pup, there’s a...
Viva Glory Dog Life Jacket
If your dog loves fetch but you don’t like touching their slobbery tennis ball, this ball launcher is awesome. You can use the launcher to pick the ball up off the ground and to throw it. It comes with a ball but also fits a standard tennis ball
CHUCKIT! Classic Ball Launcher Dog Toy
This is a great car seat for smaller dogs. It is rear facing and clips into the back seat the same was a child car seat does. It’s comfortable for the dog to lay in and you can clip their harness to it to keep them in the seat.
In case of an accid...
PUPSAVER Original Dog Car Seat
One of my dogs is prone to dental issues and these were recommended to me by my vet. They are reviewed by veterinary dentists for efficacy so I know they’re working and my dogs love them.
DENTALIFE ActivFresh Daily Dog Treats
One of my dogs has a very sensitive stomach and these help so much when he has an upset stomach.
VETALITY Stop the Runs Anti Diarrhea Medication for Dogs
I love this pet stroller! I bought it to fit a 25 pound dog and he had plenty of space to move around. The top has 2 cups holders and another compartment to hold your phone or wallet. The bottom compartment of the stroller provides a lot of storage s...
GEN7PETS Promenade Pet Stroller
These stairs work out great for our house. They help our smaller dog and cat get on the couch but are also sturdy enough so that when our 100 pound dog uses them they have no problem supporting her weight.
They also blend in with our furniture pret...
PET GEAR Easy Step II Cat & Dog Stairs
This makes getting dirt and mud off your dog’s paws much easier. There are bristles inside so you just fill it with water and put the paw into the mud buster. Then dry the paws and they should be cleaned off.
DEXAS POPWARE FOR PETS Dexas MudBuster Portable Dog Paw Cleaner
This stuff is a must have if you trim your dog’s nails at home. In case you cut too short and they start bleeding, apply this to the wound and it should help clot the blood quickly.
MIRACLE CARE Kwik-Stop Styptic Powder for Dogs
These fit inside most poop bag holders that clip onto the leash. They help make cleaning up after your dog easier and the bags are scented to help with the smell. You can also feel better about using these bags because they are made from 38% of plan...
The Original Poop Bags
I love Hill's dog food because it's formulated to help with specific things - they have foods based on breed size and also based on different health conditions. This brand is consistently rated among the best dog food available.
Hill's Science Diet Dog Food
This is excellent dog food for your large breeds. I have a German Shepherd and a Great Pyrenees and this is the food we usually feed them. They also have options for small breeds with smaller kibble pieces.
PURINA PRO PLAN Adult Large Breed Dog Food
Cats
Recs for cat parents
I use these to help supplement my cat’s hydration - she loves these things.
PURINA PRO PLAN Hydra Care Packets
These were recommended to me by my vet after my cat had a dental cleaning. These are reviewed by veterinary dentists and my cat loves them.
DENTALIFE Savory Salmon Flavor Dental Cat Treats
These drawstring litter box liners have made my life so much easier when doing full litter changes. Just tie up the liner with the drawstrings and throw the bag away. Then put a new liner in the litter box and fill with litter.
FRESH STEP PRODUCTS Drawstring Scented Litter Box Liners
I put a layer of this one the bottom of the litter box then fill with litter and then mix this in again when the box is almost full of litter.
ARM & HAMMER LITTER Cat Litter Deodorizer Powder
My cat looked so uncomfortable eating her food from a regular bowl so I decided to try this out. She looks so much more comfortable while eating from this and also seems to be eating more of her food so I think she likes it.
NECOICHI Raised and Tilted Cat Food Bowl - Reduce strain on your cat’s neck
I use these on my cat regularly. They help keep her smelling good and stay dander free.
BURT'S BEES Cat Dander Reducing Wipes
My cat is in early stages of kidney disease and this food has kept her off medication for the past 2 years. Since kidney meds are daily forever once you start, this has been a great option for managing my cat's kidney disease with her food. Try the h...
HILL'S PRESCRIPTION DIET k/d Kidney Care
Cleaning
Products I use to clean up after my pets and a few products that are safe to use around them
These are the best for getting pet stains out of carpets with minimal effort. I just put the pad (wet side down) on the stain - use as many pads as you need to cover it - stomp it into the carpet really well and remove after it dries and the stain sh...
Bissell Stomp 'n Go® Pet Stain Lifting Pads
I really like Stem insect control products because they are safe to use around my pets.
Note: safe to use around pets means responsible use - do not spray directly at a person or animal or allow them to touch or lick surfaces wet with the product
All STEM Products
Since I found the Family Guard brand, it is the only brand I use to clean hard surfaces in my house. I feel good knowing my dogs are safe to be around it (do not spray directly at them or over/near their food)
FamilyGuard™ Brand
This garbage can has worked wonders against my 2 very strong, very large dogs who can usually get into anything they want. When this can is locked, it won’t open even if it gets knocked over
Pet Proof Trash Can - simplehuman 50L/13Gal
This vacuum is awesome, one of my dogs has long hair and sheds like crazy - this actually lifts all of her hair out of the carpets.
MultiClean ™ Allergen Lift-Off ® Pet - Vacuum Cleaner
I use this about once a month before vacuuming - it really pulls the dog hair stuck in your carpet fibers to the surface so you can throw it away or vacuum it up easy
Uproot Clean