Company offers way to bottle your scent to help keep your cat calm

June 11, 2022June 16, 2022bullingtonb2013 2 Comments

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When you ask yourself what makes your cat happy, your own scent might not be on your list of answers, but piles of dirty laundry or your favorite chair might be appealing to cats in part because of scent.

A company is taking things a step further by helping ensure your cat can smell you via a spray.

Animal Science Labs, makers of K9 Comfort Spray, recently launched their newest “anxiety busting formula,” Kitty Comfort Spray, which bottles a cat owner’s actual scent molecules in a highly concentrated formula and blends it with therapeutic grade essential oils.

According to a press release, to collect the personalized scent and create their custom spray, the customer first receives a collection kit in the mail that contains everything needed to capture their scent molecules. The collection kits are mailed back so concentrated scent can be processed via Animal Science Labs patented Human Molecular Extraction (HME ®) method.

Also according to the release, to a cat, Kitty Comfort Spray smells “like a room full of their favorite person” but has no noticeable scent to humans.

The company recommends using Kitty Comfort Spray prior to any stressful event, or to help ease cats that suffer from anxiety due to circumstances such as:

being separated from owner,
new family member or pet,
illness or surgery
traumatic event

Kitty Comfort Spray is 100% natural and plant-based. Ingredients include therapeutic grade essential oils such as Lavender, Geranium, and Roman Chamomile.

Kitty Comfort Spray is available at Kittycomfortspray.com.

Founded in 2021 by Mother-Son duo Leslie Yellin and Cameron Yellin-Falanga, Animal Science Labs developed its inaugural brand, K9 Comfort Spray, as well as a full line of dog calming products that also contain HME®, all available at K9ComfortSpray.com and Amazon.com.

Every purchase includes a donation of dog and cat toys to shelters, fosters and rescue organizations.

To learn more, visit K9ComfortSpray.com.

Source: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/pee-yew-you-stinkand-your-cat-loves-it-newest-pet-product-found-the-key-to-a-cats-happiness-their-owners-scent-301564130.html

Company creates custom, hand-engraved jewelry for pet lovers

April 24, 2022June 16, 2022bullingtonb2013 1 Comment

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Looking for a memento of a beloved pet?

According to a press release, award-winning goldsmiths and hand engravers from Rebus can meticulously create one-of-a-kind images, for gold pendants or signet rings.

“For thousands of years pets and people have formed strong bonds, and these relationships have represented many valued qualities such as loyalty, companionship and unconditional love,” says Emmet Smith, Founder of Rebus in the press release. “An item of jewelry is a very personal, valued possession, which lends itself perfectly to the creation of something significant to recognize and celebrate the importance of the connection.”

Engraved dog, with initials on a landscape oval Rebus signet ring.
Image courtesy of Rebus

Multiple signet ring shapes are available, including the Oxford oval, round, Landscape round, cushion and marquise. Stone set oval signet rings can be carved directly into the gemstone, with bloodstone, carnelian, lapis lazuli, onyx and sardonyx options to choose from.

In addition, one can choose between 9K, 14K and 18K, available in yellow or white gold.

For more information about Rebus, visit https://rebussignetrings.com/US/.

Source: ARTFIXdaily.com

Our top favorite calendars for pet lovers for 2022

December 30, 2021bullingtonb2013 3 Comments

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Pet calendars are a great way to keep smiling all year long. Once again this year, here’s a list of our top 10 picks for the coming year:

1) 2022 Walkin’ Pets Calendar (7th Annual version)

All proceeds for this calendar go to the Handicapped Pets Foundation, which donates wheelchairs to animals in need. The calendar features 13 winners from a contest. Handicapable pets featured along with their stories include dogs, a cat, a cow, a raccoon, chickens, sheep and a goat.

For more information, or to order, go to: https://www.handicappedpets.com/calendar/?hsCtaTracking=5f52a6dd-9ff6-444e-91df-ac8f99cc9d4f%7Cacfdb603-f0ae-44c4-8ba0-d1e0a984e43b

2)Sellers Publishing Glamour Chicks 2022 Wall Calendar 16-Month

Chicken lovers will likely enjoy this look at the series of various breeds of chickens all shot in fancy studio lighting by photographers Moreno Monti and Matteo Tranchellini. For more information, visit this link at Amazon.com.

3) 2022 Gary Patterson’s Cats Wall Calendar, 12″ x 12″

This cat-themed calendar features the artwork of Gary Patterson, an artist that many know for his ability to capture the humorous side of cat attitudes and behaviors.

For more, visit this link at Amazon.com.

4)2022 Square Wall Calendar – Piggies, 12 x 12 Inch Monthly View, 16-Month, Animals Theme, Includes 180 Reminder Stickers

See what these little piggies are up to each month for 16 months. Plus, the reminder sticker idea is a cool one for those whose New Year’s resolution includes getting organized.

For more, visit this link at Amazon.

5) 2022 Square Wall Calendar – Cute Bunnies , 12 x 12 Inch Monthly View, 16-Month, Animals Theme, Includes 180 Reminder Stickers

Based on the preview of included images, it seems like suckers for adorable bunnies won’t be disapointed with this one, which also includes reminder stickers.

For more visit this link on Amazon.

6) TF PUBLISHING – 2022 Dog-A-Day Wall Calendar.

If you can’t get enough of dogs, this calendar should be a good buy. This calendar is formatted a little differently, with every month featuring a new dog for each day of that month. Plus, there’s extra large space for writing notes on each date, so you won’t forget an appointment and wind up in the dog house.

For more, visit this link at Amazon.

How to choose the perfect chicken coop

August 19, 2021September 19, 2021bullingtonb2013 4 Comments

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Whether you’re new to raising chickens, or looking to buy a new coop for a flock you already have, the choice you make can mean a healthier flock and a happier person/people caring for them.

To help with the decision, Roost & Root, maker of Round-Top Chicken Coop™ designs, has put together this list of five things to consider when buying a chicken coop.

Motivation: Let your motivation dictate the coop that you select. For example, if you are looking to conveniently and quickly feed your birds, consider a coop with an outside feeding option that saves you from having to enter your coop.

Many prefer walk-in style coops (https://roostandroot.com/product-category/coops/) to allow for easy accessibility or outdoor style feeders & waterers for convenient & quick feeding.

Alternatively, your goals may be more focused more on egg production. If gathering eggs is your main initiative, then figure out how many eggs you would like to collect in a week, the number of chickens needed, and search for a coop that will meet your flock’s capacity and needs.

Security: Consider your surroundings. Whether you live in a suburb or rural area, make sure the coop you select is predator-proof. This can be achieved by using a high gauge hardware wire cloth, ensuring you always lock up your hens, and using a heavy, well-built coop. (The company doesn’t mention it, but a heavy, well built coop is also important if you live in an area with strong winds. There have been videos posted on Facebook showing some coops blowing apart in strong winds.)

Important numbers: There are a few key measurements and rules for building a healthy chicken coop. A chicken coop should have approximately 1 square foot of ventilation per 10 square feet of coop. This is particularly important for chickens because they have the propensity to develop respiratory challenges over time.

Additionally, you’ll want to make sure your chickens have enough space for their daily activities, including roosting and nesting.

When building a chicken coop, you will need 1 nesting box per 4-5 chickens.

Also, keep in mind that your coop will need 10-12 inches per chicken for the roosting bars.

chickens roosting graphic — Make sure chickens will have enough room to roost. Graphic by Barbara Bullington

Cleaning: A walk-in chicken coop, like that of our Round-Top coop line, will provide convenience as they are easier to clean and ergonomically friendly.

Appearance: Like anything else, buying a chicken coop is an investment. (https://roostandroot.com/blog/6-reasons-why-you-shouldnt-…) An attractive chicken coop can be a nice addition to your property, especially as you watch your chickens enjoy it.

Cute cat shirt: Review of Romwe Women’s Short Sleeve Cat Tee

July 7, 2021bullingtonb2013 1 Comment

Reading Time: < 1 minuteI placed an order a couple of days ago for this Romwe Women’s Short Sleeve Tie Front Knot Casual Loose Fit T-Shirt in Black with a cat print and it came today.

In addition to the quick delivery, I’m happy with the shirt itself, which I got compliments on already after wearing it to do some quick errands this evening.

The shirt itself is well-made, with the black being a nice, rich black and the white cat design on it contrasting nicely.

The shirt also has bell sleeves and, as described in its product name, it has a front knot, both of which make it a little more fun to wear than a regular t-shirt. I think it could be paired with a lot of different options inasmuch as pants and possibly skirts.

I ordered the shirt from Amazon at the following link:

All in all, I think it’s a great shirt for cat lovers — as a treat for one’s self or as a gift for someone else. And, the shirt also comes in a wide variety of other colors without the cat design, so, if you like the design, you can order it in different versions, which is what I plan to do. Below are some examples:

Door handles available for home decor for the lover of dog and cat art

June 30, 2021June 30, 2021bullingtonb2013 3 Comments

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As an avid naturalist and dog lover, Martin Pierce is now launching eight dog-themed, bronze door handles in a new collection.

Poodle dog handle part of a new door hardware collection by Martin Pierce that includes 8 dog breeds and is cast in solid bronze, made to order, and geared toward interior designers and dog lovers.

You can view the entire new dog door handle collection here.

Apart from for dog lovers, Pierce hopes that interior designers will also be able to utilize these designs especially when focusing on children’s bedrooms, playrooms or bathrooms where whimsy can play a role.

Martin Pierce said in a press release that the most challenging aspect of the collection was “in deciding which breeds to model the sculptures from and then trying to capture the detailed head shape, coat texture and facial expression of each in order to convey the character of each breed.”

Martin Pierce is a family-owned company based in Los Angeles. The owners, Anne and Martin Pierce, originally from England, relocated to southern California in 1980 as furniture manufacturers. Finding there was a design void for cabinet hardware, they began making their own cabinet pulls and collections for furniture. Given the company’s design aesthetic, the company focuses on unique and distinct designs for a niche market.

And, don’t worry cat lovers… There’s also a collection of a-“door”-able cat doorknobs at: https://www.martinpierce.com/home-page-cat-door-knobs

For more information, visit:

https://www.martinpierce.com/home-page-dog-breeds

SOURCE Martin Pierce Hardware

Review of Cardboard Scratch Kitty Hotel

June 13, 2021June 21, 2021bullingtonb2013 1 Comment

Reading Time: 2 minutesI recently ordered this American Cat Club Cardboard Scratch Kitty Hotel for my cats. I thought it was cute. Plus, I was hoping it would encourage my cat, Motor, to spend more time in the bedroom. A comfy kitty hotel seemed like it would do the trick.

The hotel needed to be assembled when it arrived. As you can see, it came in three pieces, including a cat scratcher for the floor, which is a nice touch, especially since Motor loves them, and the instructions.
The instructions were, to me anyway, not super clear, so I just went ahead and assembled the hotel from scratch (first pun of the article — will there be another one?)

It took about two to three minutes, since it was just a matter of folding and then inserting the tabs into the slots.
Both Motor and Poussey were really curious to inspect the assembled product. I took about eight pictures of Motor checking it out, but they all came out blurry, so here’s Poussey:

I assembled the hotel this morning and, as of this evening, neither cat has gone inside it yet. Some cats are natural explorers. My cats tend to err on the side of caution and I’m pretty sure they will end up checking in (and there it is!) to the hotel soon.

I’m really hoping they enjoy it and it’s tempting to order more because there are so many different cute styles, including the ones below.

Castles for shelter cats

Electronics company designs products that come in boxes designed for re-purposing as cat houses

Company making odor-preventing dog blankets and beds

May 28, 2021May 29, 2021bullingtonb2013 2 Comments

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One company is using a unique element to prevent odor in pet beds.

CopperPet, Inc. has created a dog bed that is both anti-odor and anti-microbial by infusing their soft Sherpa topper with copper.

According to a press release, copper’s natural ability to inhibit bacteria, and other microorganisms, from growing inside a dog’s bed also prevents the bad odor to which most dog beds fall prey.

Many scientific journals including The American Journal of Medicine and Applied and Environmental Microbiology have studied the biocidal effects of copper, even in low concentrations. It has been proven to inhibit the growth of mold, fungi, bacteria, and even the flu virus.

By utilizing copper technology to infuse the Sherpa topper, the copper remains effective for the life of the product and will not wash or rub off.

CopperPet® also recently announced the launch of the soft, fleece, copper-infused dog blanket. This water-resistant blanket is infused with copper to shield against bacteria, fungi and mildew. This soft fleece blanket is machine washable.

CopperPet, Inc. is a pet product company founded in 2018. The company, which is expanding their line to more products, donates 10% of all profits to animal shelters. Visit thecopperpet.com for up-to-date information.

SOURCE CopperPet, Inc.

Check out our latest installment of Meadow chews stuff up!

May 19, 2021May 23, 2021bullingtonb2013 2 Comments

Reading Time: 2 minutesAs you may know, from time to time, we feature my sister’s dog, Meadow and put a new toy to the the Meadow chew test to see how long a toy usually described as durable or indestructible, or something along those lines, can survive Meadow’s strong teeth and enthusiastic playing.

This time around, Meadow is trying out the Chuck it! Kick Fetch ball.

The ball is made of foam and rubber and brighly colored, so it’s easy to spot when being thrown in the park or in the water. It also got pretty high customer ratings on Amazon.com for durability (a 3.8 out of 4 average). For more information, you can check it out on Amazon at this link: https://amzn.to/2SSvw8c

But, as you can see from the above pic, Meadow was pretty determined to put this ball to the Meadow Test…

The next pic shows the top of the ball after one day with Meadow. The top has suffered some damage, but it looks like there are still a few days of yummy chewiness ahead for her.

And, it also looks like she needed to take a little break and snuggle up with my nephew before more chewing. Everybody say, “Awwww!” 🙂

Have a suggestion for a great chew toy that you think can give Meadow a run for her money? Let us know!

We put another dog toy to the Meadow test — see how it stacks up

Meadow takes on ‘reinforced chew defense fabric’ toy

Beanie Babies releases limited edition dog to support autism community

May 12, 2021May 14, 2021bullingtonb2013 1 Comment

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Max the dog will be available in essential and specialty retailers worldwide. Max can also be ordered online at Shop.ty.com. 100% of profits from the original sales will go to NEXT for AUTISM.

Ty Warner is an American toy manufacturer and owner of luxury hotels worldwide. He is Chairman, CEO, and founder of Ty Inc., the largest manufacturer of plush in the world. A philanthropist, Mr. Warner has donated more than $300 million to a variety of charities throughout the world.

NEXT for AUTISM transforms the national landscape of services for people with autism by strategically designing, launching, and supporting innovative programs. For more, visit: www.NEXTforAUTISM.org

SOURCE Ty Inc.