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5 Dog Breeds You’ve Never Heard Of
Every pooch is one of a kind. Trust us, we’re experts.But some are rarer than most – and with National Dog Day coming up on August 26th, there’s no better time to acknowledge these lesser-known (but equally loveable) pooches. AzawakhAlong with boasting a Game of Thrones-worthy name, this African sighthound has some unique qualities. It bounces [...]
5 Fluffiest Felines
When selecting a cat, we ask ourselves lots of questions. Is it friendly? Is it healthy? Can it use a litter box? Will it get along with my dog? But there’s one equally important inquiry that mustn’t be omitted: How fluffy is it? For this is, of course, one of a cat's most momentous qualities. [...]
Gimme Shelter: 4 Reasons Adopted Cats are the Coolest Cats
June is Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat Month – but we think adopting a kitty is a good call any ole time. Not only are you gaining major karma points; you’re gaining a best friend fur-ever. Want more proof? We’ve got it.Rescue cats come spayed and/or neutered. In fact, they’re not allowed out of the shelter without having the [...]
What Does Your Pet Say About You?
We put a lot of thought into the animal we let into our heart and home. After all, a pet is a big responsibility – and a big part of your life!So when you finally choose between dog or cat, snake or gerbil…what does your decision suggest about you or your lifestyle? This compilation of [...]
5 Reasons We Love Our Pets
Did you know? May is National Pet Month! While we’re generally partial to commemorating special occasions with cake, we decided a more feasible way to celebrate furry friends with our far-away customers was to make a list of reasons we love our pets – plus adorable photos. So, without further adieu…Pets are cuddly.A fluffy cat [...]
We Pawsitively Love Pawternity Leave
It’s finally happening: companies are starting to offer pawternity leave. As in, time off for humans who have recently adopted pets. Because if you’ve ever had a new puppy, you know the exhaustion is real. Read on to learn more about the companies that offer this amazing perk:HarperCollins IndiaStarting this year, employees at this publishing [...]
From Terrier to Setter: 7 Irish Dog Breeds
We love our pups no matter what, and rarely consider where they come from – just that they belong in our lives, of course. So to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, we thought it’d be fun to see which lucky breeds boast Irish heritage (hint: it turns out that, more often than not, it’s all in [...]
Did Our EZ Pass Door Ace the Beta Test?
At Ideal Pet, we want to make sure our stuff is truly working for our customers – and their pets, too! That’s why we sent our newest product, the EZ Pass “Radio Frequency” Electronic Pet Door, all the way to Robert Baker in Wisconsin for some good old-fashioned beta testing.We wanted Robert’s honest opinion about [...]
All About Bunnies
Did you know February is Adopt a Rescued Rabbit Month?No? Neither did we!We spend a lot of time focused on dogs and cats, but in honor of this occasion we thought it would be fun to learn a bit more about these long-eared critters – and why a bunny just might be our new favorite [...]
It’s In the Stars: Pet Astrology
Admit it: You’ve spent at least a few minutes researching your zodiac sign. Even if you don’t quite buy it, you can’t help being intrigued by those statements that are just soooo you.But have you ever wondered if astrology has an influence on your pet’s personality, too? Below, we’ve broken down what the stars have [...]
