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Kroger Pet Medication Savings | The Pet Depot | Highland Village, TX Pet Sitter

February 22, 2012

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Great pet news from Kroger!

Whenever possible, I will buy my pet medications from the grocery store pharmacy rather than the vet. With vet mark ups, it is much cheaper to have the vet write a prescription for my pet. But, that only works when the medicine is also one available for people. Kroger is changing that! They are now stocking their pharmacies with pet medications previously only available… at the vet.

So now you can get most any medicine, like the common baytril, from kroger. This is a great money and time savings in my opinion. BTW, if you have a vet who claims she can’t write you prescriptions, that is untrue and it might be time to switch to a new vet.

Here is a list of the $4 generic pet meds that you can now buy at Kroger…and save:

• Tramadol Hcl 50 Mg Tablet
• Cephalexin 500 Mg Capsule
• Prednisone 5 Mg Tablet
• Enalapril Maleate 2.5 Mg Tab
• Fluoxetine Hcl 10 Mg Tablet
• Meloxicam 7.5 Mg Tablet
• Neomyc-Polym-Dexameth Eye Drop
• Prednisone 20 Mg Tablet
• Furosemide 20 Mg Tablet
• Cephalexin 250 Mg Capsule
• Enalapril Maleate 5 Mg Tablet
• Benazepril Hcl 5 Mg Tablet
• Fluoxetine Hcl 20 Mg Capsule
• Ciprofloxacin Hcl 500 Mg Tab
• Amoxicillin 500 Mg Capsule
• Enalapril Maleate 10 Mg Tab
• Atenolol 25 Mg Tablet
• Metronidazole 250 Mg Tablet
• Fluoxetine Hcl 40 Mg Capsule
• LaCtulose 10 Gm/15 Ml Solution
• Ciprofloxacin Hcl 250 Mg Tab
• Metronidazole 500 Mg Tablet
• Furosemide 40 Mg Tablet
• Levothyroxine 200 Mcg Tablet
• Prednisone 10 Mg Tablet
• Spironolactone 25 Mg Tablet
• Fluoxetine Hcl 10 Mg Capsule
• Amitriptyline Hcl 10 Mg Tab
• Amoxicillin 250 Mg Capsule
• Enalapril Maleate 20 Mg Tab
• Timolol 0.5% Eye Drops
• Tetracycline 500 Mg Capsule
• Sotalol 80 Mg Tablet
• Amoxicillin 250 Mg/5 Ml Susp
• Benazepril Hcl 10 Mg Tablet
• Neomyc-Polym-Dexamet Eye Ointment
• Tobramycin 0.3% Eye Drops
• Amitriptyline Hcl 50 Mg Tab
• Glipizide 5 Mg Tablet
• Furosemide 80 Mg Tablet
• Amitriptyline Hcl 25 Mg Tab
• Diltiazem 30 Mg Tablet
• Levothyroxine 100 Mcg Tablet
• Sulfamethoxazole-Tmp Ds Tab

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Love Your Pets This Valentine’s | The Pet Depot Highland Village Texas Pet Sitter

February 13, 2012

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How to show your pets some love this February 14th:

1. February is Pet Dental Month so go in for a checkup this month. Most vets offer 20% discounts this month on teeth cleaning. (I just took two of mine in last week in fact!)

2. Most pets love a good brushing. So pull out the Furminator for a good pre-spring brushing and get a head start on all the dog and cat shedding. Brushing is a lot easier than vacuuming or stepping in a hairball.

3. Watch your pet’s weight by staying away from table scraps. All that processed human food is not good for your pet’s tummy or waistline.

4. Instead, feed healthy pet treats. My favorites are freeze-dried chicken treats, which work equally well for cats and dogs. They have one ingredient: chicken!

5. Stay away from the chicken jerky treats. It is all over the news how these treats imported from China are making dogs sick and even causing death. Purina’s Waggin Train treats and Dogswell treats are both suppliers of these deadly China chicken jerky.

6. Get your pet a new toy. Dog, cat, bird, or whatever….a new toy is always appreciated by your furry or feathered friend! Then go play together!

7. Make sure your pet is wearing a property ID tag. As one who finds a lot of strays and tries to return them to their owners, I can tell you a good tag is vital. It helps to include your mobile number instead of your home number and an address so the pet can be escorted home. Make sure the tag is secure and easy to read. If you don’t want your pet to wear a tag for various reasons, they make collars now that can have the information stitched right onto the collar.

8. Look into feeding your pet a better quality food. Try a grain-free formula or at least one not loaded with corn fillers. Just learning to read the ingredients labels on pet food is the BEST gift you can your pet any time of the year.

9. Help your dog improve his or her walking manners. I love the Halti and the Easy Walk Harness for leash training. Good walking tools make it so much easier for you to walk your dog rather than being pulled down the street.

10. Saving the best for last! Give your pet a big ol’ hug, belly rub, head scratch or whatever he/she enjoys. You both deserve that snuggly time together!

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Blood Work Results for a Raw Fed Cat

February 10, 2012

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Here is the recent blood work results for my raw fed cat:

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Dog Sitting in Lewisville | Bouncy Jack Russel | The Pet Depot Highland Village, TX

November 29, 2011

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This is the video to inspire you all to adopt Jack Russels because of their calm nature. Ha Ha! Check out the energy of this client’s Jack Russel over the anticipation of a dog treat. I just love it along with the complete opposite, Bella, waiting patiently for her snack.

Here is more information about the Jack Russel breed:

“The Jack Russell Terrier is a cheerful, merry, devoted, and loving dog. Spirited and obedient, yet absolutely fearless. Careful and amusing, he enjoys games and playing with toys. Stable Jack’s are friendly and generally kind to children. They are intelligent, and if you let them take an inch, they can become willful and determined to take a mile…They are highly trainable, able to perform impressive tricks. They have been used on TV and in the movies. However, if you do not show authority towards the dog , they can be difficult to train. They need a firm, experienced trainer…A Jack that stands 12 inches high can easily jump five feet. JRTs are not the breed for a inexperienced dog owner. The owner needs to be as strong-willed as they are, or this little guy will take over.”

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Dog Sitting | The Pet Depot | Highland Village Pet Sitter | King Charles Cavalier

November 22, 2011

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Who knew eating could be so much fun? Good bye boring food bowl and skipped meals! Sissy, the Cavalier King Charles, loves how her pet sitter makes eating meals into a game.

 

I must add that this breed is simply one of the most adorable. I’m usually drawn to the mutt breed, but Cavaliers are precious!

Here is a little information about this great family dog:

“The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is an eager, affectionate and happy dog. Always seeming to be wagging their tails. Outgoing and sportive. These fearless lively little dogs are eager and willing to please. They are intelligent enough to understand what you want and therefore are usually easy to train and respond well to gentle obedience training. They are said to be naturally well behaved and get along well with other dogs and non-canine pets. Cavalier’s love people, enjoy companionship, and need rules to follow and limits to what they are allowed to do.”

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Pet Sitting in Flower Mound for Ferrets | The Pet Depot

November 17, 2011

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Fast, Feisty, Furry, and Fun! If you have never seen two ferrets play, check out this video of Bo and Luke. They are new additions to one of my pet sitting clients in Flower Mound and I am so excited to have ferrets to care for again. They are such entertaining and fascinating little creatures! The Pet Depot definitely cares for more animals than just dogs and cats. My pet sitting clients include birds, rabbits, rats, sugar gliders, hamsters, reptiles, goats, chickens, fish, and even a tarantula. There is a lot of variety in what I see and do each day with my career.

If you considering a pair of ferret (they do better with a buddy) or are just interested in learning more, here is a site with a lot of valuable information: http://www.ferrets.org/Caring_For_Ferrets.htm Please be sure to check out the local ferret rescue before buying one at the store.

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Highland Village Pet Sitter | Fetch with Two Boxers | The Pet Depot

November 15, 2011

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Please check out my two dog sitting clients, Boxers Oakley and Caesar, playing a game of fetch inside. Sometimes we take walks for exercise but, other times, inside play (and petting) is in order. Caesar mainly just supervises while Oakley does all the retrieving of his rope toy. The Pet Depot makes sure all clients receive plenty of exercise, if they so desire, during each visit.

Being a professional dog sitter is such a joy and I love seeing my dog clients having such a great time. If you live in Highland Village, Lewisville, or Flower Mound, contact The Pet Depot to arrange for in-home dog sitting for your 4-legged family members. Check out all of my available dog care services at my website. Whether you have an active dog, a young puppy, or a senior dog, The Pet Depot is the BEST choice for the care of your canine companion.

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Puppy Love | The Pet Depot Dog Sitting | Highland Village, TX

November 10, 2011

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These two boxer puppies need the services of The Pet Depot – Pet Sitter to visit with them while their family is away. A pet sitter is the perfect service for families with puppies at home who can’t go too long without potty breaks, a meal, and plenty of exercise. As their play time wraps up, these two enjoy a little puppy love on the couch with a dog toy.

Being a professional dog sitter is such a joy and I love seeing my dog clients having such a great time. If you live in Highland Village, Lewisville, or Flower Mound, contact The Pet Depot to arrange for in-home dog sitting for your 4-legged family members. Check out all of my dog care services at my website. Whether you have an active dog, a young puppy, or a senior dog, The Pet Depot is the BEST choice for the care of your canine companion.

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