Cat Trees and Pet Supplies

According to the ASPCA pet statistics, approximately 5 million to 7 million companion animals enter animal shelters nationwide every year.  Caring for animals is an expensive business. It also requires a great deal of time, space, and involvement, and these things are not always available for every animal.

Many Animal Shelters are usually privately funded and can do with all the help they can get from the local community. If there is an Animal Shelter in your area, you can consider making a donation or, if they allow it, volunteering your time.  Check with the shelter to see what items they are in need of most. 

For the most part, most shelters need:

• Financial Support- as stated above, it’s a very expensive business
• Litter and litter boxes
• Break-away cat collars and dog collars
• Food-Many of the animals dropped off or found are malnourished and in need of a good meal. 
• Flea treatments
• Toys and Treats- the best way to socialize rescue animals is through play.
• Cleaning supplies (Bleach, towels, trash bags, newspapers,plastic bags, laundry detergent,etc)
• Pet houses, pet beds, and pet cages and crates- If an animal needs to be confined due to an illness then a pet cage or crate is necessary. Pet carriers are also high in demand.
• stand alone scratching posts
• and of course, people willing to adopt

Anything you can do is a big help.  New shelters are going up every day, but they’re filling up immediately and need all the help they can get.

Give your pets somewhere warm and comfortable to relax this holiday season.  Since cats and dogs sleep up to 14 hours a day, they will appreciate their own cozy pet bed.  Sure, they would prefer to sleep right next to you in your bed, but this is not always feasible or practical. Your pet needs a spot to retreat, and relax, somewhere soft and comfortable to call his own.

Pet beds come in a wide variety of sizes, shapes, and colors.  Once you’ve chosen a size, think about how your pet sleeps.  Does he curl up?  Sprawl out?  This can help you decide what shape of pet bed to buy.   Then, decide which room you want to put the bed in.  Choose a color to match your decour.  Smaller dogs can even use a cat cuddler!

Make this Christmas memorable for your pets, and get them their own cozy pet bed!

Everyone knows that usually the best sales are the weekend after Thanksgiving.  With pet sales up, this now includes pet supplies.  Not only in stores, but online as well.  This is great news for anyone buying gifts for their own pets, or a pet lover in their life.

Since more and more people are adding pets to their Christmas lists, many pet stores are having “Black Friday” sales, and ”Thanksgiving Weekend” sales.  Pet Owner’s can save anywhere from 10%-50% off the items on their list.  Free shipping is sometimes an added perk.  With all these deals out there, pet owner’s can finally get their pets the gifts they’ve been wanting.  Search online for anything from pet collars and cat trees, to pet apparel and personalized pet placemats.  You’re sure to find a deal somewhere!

Since Christmas is rapidly approaching, we’ve decided to give you some gift ideas for the next few weeks.  We hope this helps you find the perfect gift for your pet, or a pet lover in your life.

Our first gift idea is a personalized pet placemat.  Embroidered “Personalized” Pet Placemats are the perfect solution to the mess your pet makes during “Dinner Time”.  Made of plush, yet durable carpet, these mats are stain, fade, mold and mildew resistant.  Only the finest threads and mat materials are used, to ensure that they stay looking sharp long after your four legged friend makes it theirs.  They come with a tough vinyl, non-slip backing and are edged with a color matching poly binding. 

Mix and match carpet and thread colors and choose from a large selection of font styles to create a very special dinner mat.  Available in 3 sizes, these All American Made pet mats make great gifts for any pet owner.

People spend hours upon hours finding the right bed for them. They have to consider the firmness of the mattress, the material of the frame, the overall look of the bed, and so many other factors and considerations. People know, after all, that they rely on their mattresses for a good night’s sleep, so it’s actually quite crucial to get the right combination of aesthetics, comfort, and support.

But with all the time that we spend thinking about our own beds, we usually just throw down a pillow on the floor and call it good for our pets. But our pets also deserve the most comfortable pet bed possible. Especially if you have an elderly dog or cat, keeping them comfortable becomes all the more important. The right pet bed can even offer comfort for their ailments such as arthritis or otherwise stiff joints.

 If you have multiple cats, don’t think you need to spend a fortune buying each of your cats a separate cat tree.  Just buy one decent sized cat tree and all of your cats can play together.  Your cats will love all of the different hiding spots, nap spots, scratching posts, toys to chase, and chasing each other up and down the posts.

Cat trees come in a variety of shapes and sizes.  It shouldn’t be too hard to find one large enough for all of your cats, with plenty to keep them occupied, and even match your decor.  If you choose one with several different levels, each of your cats will have plenty of room to lounge as well, and it won’t take up too much of your floor space. 

Most cat trees are easy to assemble, and come with tools and detailed instructions.  And don’t worry, clean up usually consists of just a damp cloth and vaccuum.

Many people choose to own a cat if they don’t feel they have the time required for a dog. A dog, after all, requires daily walks, and puppies are certainly more work than kittens. But that doesn’t mean that cats don’t need their own share of exercise. To ensure that your cat gets all the running, jumping, and climbing that he needs, make sure that you have looked into various cat trees.

These devices allow your cat to get regular exercise, and the benefits of this are numerous. Cats that have regular exercise are less likely to be obese, and this has the potential to greatly lengthen their lifespan. They also tend to have shinier coats and brighter eyes, both of which are indications of overall health. And if you’re interested in having multiple cats, this can also promote cat exercise and playfulness.

Outdoor cats get to chase small animals, climb trees, bask in the sunlight, and enjoy the fresh outside air.  If you have an indoor cat, you know they want to have fun too! 

Cat trees can be hours of fun for your feline friend.  They can chase dangly toys (similar to small animals), and climb up the posts or different levels (close to a real tree).  And if you position the cat tree in front of a picture window or sliding glass door, they can also bask in the sunlight and enjoy the fresh outside air!

• Since food and water bowls are on display all the time, use bowls that work with the colors in the room and coordinate with a placemat.
• Dog and cat toys usually end up scattered all over the backyard and in the house.  Try an indoor plastic bin with a lid to keep them all in 1 place.  You can store balls and outside toys in a drawstring bag and hang the bag, next to their leash, on a hook near the door for easy access.
• Keep your furniture hair-free by getting your pets a pet bed.  There are many different sizes and shapes to fit in any room.  You can even match your decor.
• Place an oversized ridged mat beneath your cats litterbox to help trap loose litter.

These simple “Spring Cleaning” ideas will help spruce up your home and de-clutter small spaces.