Shop in Small Animal Section for Bird Toys and TreatsIf you have parrots, which I do, I find that the toys and treats are very expensive! What I started doing, at the suggestion of my breeder, is to look in the hamster/gerbil/rodent section at Petco/Petsmart.
Keeping Land Hermit Crabs as PetsI have two land hermit crabs named Alex and Alisha. My daughter named them. They are excellent pets for me. On mornings in the winter when I am up early and I happen to walk near their crabitat, there they are busy as bees.
Cat Bacteria Deadly to BirdsAlways supervise your cat and bird when they are together. Cats transmit a bacterium in their bites and scratches that is almost always deadly to a bird. In birds, this is called Pasteurella Septicemia, which usually means death within 24 hours if not treated.
Use Baby Blankets For PetsI have been able to find baby blankets for Buddy at the 99 cent store. They are just the right size for him. In cool weather, I use them to cover his little beds and keep a couple in the car in case we need to take him to the vet.
Frugal Doggy Dental CareOur Hannah is the latest in the long line of dogs that have owned us over the years, and, at nearly four, has never had to have a dental cleaning and often gets compliments (even from the vet) on her pearly whites. Our others had great teeth too.
Millie (Tick Hound/Triple Dapple Dachshund)Millie is 7 months. Millie is 1/2 Blue Tick Hound and 1/2 Triple Dapple Dachshund. (Quite a feat!) Own both parents. She was born in early July 09.
Peanut (Dachshund/Chihuahua)Peanut, also known as Mr. Peanut, is 11 years young and a Dachshund/Chihuahua mix. I adopted Peanut one year ago from the St Louis Senior Dog Project.
Boris and Milo (Mix Breeds)Boris is 8 months and Milo is almost 2 years old. We're not sure with Boris but we believe the Milo is part Hamiltonstovare. We adopted both of our boys in June 2008.
Recycle a Water Bottle Into a Cat ToyMy cats are always batting something off the counters and playing with it. So, I remembered something I did as a kid. I put little bright things in a plastic drink jug. You can put beads, paper clips, buttons, and anything that will catch your cats eyes.
Use The Sprinkler To Cool Off Dogs And KidsWhee! Have a hot dog or children? Start the sprinkler and add dog or kids the combination can be magical and super entertaining to observe and it's cheap!
Properly Socialize Your PuppyProper socialization is one of the key factors in raising a well-behaved puppy. By meeting all types of dogs in all types of situations, your puppy will be well-adjusted and will learn that they should not bite hard.
Fun at the Dog Park (Howe Farm)Here is ThriftyFun's Maggie (Chow Mix) with her buddy Shadow (he's a flat coated retriever/border collie mix) who love to have play dates at Howe Farm (Port Orchard, WA).
Mary (Mixed Breed)We call her Girl Friend, Mary Girl, Momma Mary. She is 2 years old and her breed is a little bit of this and a little bit of that. . .
Dog Fur ProblemsIf you have dog fur problems, buy sticky rollers and roll it on the dog. It does not hurt them, and it cuts down on vaccuming up fur. . .
Posing with Your DogThere is always time to pose for a photo with your favorite dog even when you look a mess!
Cat Chairs - Bunnie and TCI have been looking for something to keep the kitty cats off the couch and bed. I found this Mini Mushroom Chair at Walmart and one of the kitty cats Bunnie (Bobtail), love's it. I also bought two large basket's at AC Moore's for $7.00 and with the coupon they were $5.00.
Ducks for EggsDon't be a chicken - raise a chicken! Seriously, if you can, own a couple of chickens in your yard and have fresh eggs daily. We have a duck and use duck eggs.
Simple Toys Are the Best!"Hey man, I think you've had enough 'nip' already. The ball is over here stupid!" One old soda box, plus one jingle ball, plus two cats equals...party!
