KidCo Gate : Safety Points You Should Know

Posted on March 13, 2012 by admin

There is nothing more treasured to us than our children and it makes sense to protect them with the safest and best equipment on the market. So it is reassuring to know that every KidCo Gate surpasses all U.S. federal safety standards as well as any applicable voluntary safety standards set forth by the rigid American Society of Testing Materials (ASTM) as administered by the Juvenile Products Manufacturer’s Association (JPMA). Below are summaries of various models of Kidco Gate, many of which are award winning.

Offering unique pressure mount system for quick and simple insallation, the Kidco Gate Gateway G11 can be mounted without the need for tools or hardware. A special gauge included with the gate tests for recommended pressure. This allows the gate to be safely and securely fixed but lets a grown up release the handle quite easily with a single hand. Opening in both directions for ease of access from either direction while the gate frame stays securely in position. Constructed of tubular steel, the basic Gateway® is designed for openings 30″ – 36″ wide and the gate stands 29½” high. The KidCo gate Gateway G11 is listed as one of the ‘three things you should buy’ when looking for children’s safety items by the revered consumer body CR Smartshop.

The Safeway KidCo Gate 20 has been rated number one for use at the top of a stairway, for a second time, by a leading independent consumer organization. With it’s simple to adjust hardware and exclusive feature that stops the gate from swinging out over the stairs, the Safeway is ideal for top of stairs installation. For added security, the Safeway gate is permanently mounted, the framework and mount is simple to install. This gate is a flexible option and as though the G20 is recommended for top of stairways, it is also suited to be fitted in doorways and bottom of the stairway. This really is one versatile little gate, with the option of being able to release it from its permanent mount to fix it by it’s hinges to angled walls or railings . The Safeway is constructed of strong tubular steel and the 30½” height and non-toxic coating are great for children or pets. The Safeway G20 can be fixed in recesses with 24¾ inches to 43½ inches width.

The Elongate G60 Kidco gate is designed for use in extra wide openings making it the perfect solution for hallways or passageways. For protection around the fireplace through autumn and winter, the Hearthgate G70 is the solution to keep your kids away from the hot spot while still allowing for easy access for adults to tend to the fire area. Coming in modular form, the G80 Configurgate allows you to block off oddly shaped areas, a great solution as you can add as many sections as you need.

So don’t take any chances with your young ones, make sure they are safe and secure around the home with a KidCo gate to keep them out of trouble.

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Moving Tips for Pets

Posted on March 11, 2012 by admin

Moving to a new home can be just as stressful on the family pet as it is on you. Here are some tips to keep your pet happy and safe on moving day.

- Maintain normal routine: Pack over a period of time and try to maintain your pet’s normal routine. Advance planning will make your move less stressful.

- Keep your pet secure: Place your pet in a safe, quiet place, such as the bathroom or pet carrier on moving day so that he or she cannot escape. If you place your pet in a room, place a large sign on the door that says DO NOT ENTER. Containing your pet in a pet carrier on moving day will keep them safely confined as well. Gradually get them used to the carrier ahead of time by having your pet spend time in it prior to moving day.

- Purchase a new ID tag for your pet: Get a new pet ID tag that includes your new address and telephone number. An up-to-date ID tag is a lost pet’s ticket home.

- Safe car travel: Be sure that your pet is safely restrained in the car. Utilizing a pet travel harness or travel carrier are the best ways to keep your pet safe. They not only protect your pet from injury, but they help by keeping them from distracting you with their usual enthusiasm as you drive. Keep their heads inside the windows, make frequent pit stops, and don’t leave them alone. Pet barriers also work great!

- Talk to your pet’s vet: Talk to your veterinarian about traveling with a pet who doesn’t like to travel. They can recommend behavior modification tactics or medication that might lessen the stress of travel. Depending on your new address, your pet may also need additional vaccinations, medications, and health certificates.

- Find pet friendly lodging in advance.

- Plan ahead for air travel: Check with your veterinarian and the airline if your pet will be flying. Familiarize yourself with the rules specific to the airline you are flying.

- Prepare your new home: Pets love familiar surroundings so be sure to take with you all the familiar and necessary things your pet will need from day one in your new home.

- Pet photo: Have a recent photo of your pet on hand if your pet becomes lost.

These tips can help ensure your pet is welcome, happy and safe in traveling to their new home.

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Mammoth Pet Beds – Soft Beds Made of Tough Stuff

Posted on March 6, 2012 by admin

Anyone who has seen a dog preparing to lie down and sleep knows that they can be pretty tough on their beds. Add to that the fact that for dogs, just like us, beds are places not only to sleep but to relax, play, lounge and roughhouse, you will realize that a pet bed has to withstand some pretty rough handling. Also, remember that dogs don’t tend to take showers before they lie down after coming into the house muddy and sweaty from a romp in the park. Durability and ease of cleanliness are of paramount importance in dog beds so luckily they are of paramount importance with Mammoth Pet Beds. But you will love the price too.

Cleanliness

We all know that dogs shed hairs. Anyone who has got dressed for an evening out and bent down to give his or her beloved pet a goodbye pat is fully aware of that. Most of us will also have cringed when an over exuberant family pet has jumped up and drooled all over your important dinner guests. And I know many people will be able to relate to the horror of muddy paw prints tracked all over a freshly vacuumed carpet, too. Well, their beds have to withstand all of this shedding, drool and dirt, too. For Mammoth Pet Beds, such rough treatment is no problem. Their stuffing is hypoallergenic, mold resistant and repels parasites. Their covers are treated with Scotchguard for minor stains, and for more heavy-duty dirt, you need not worry, either: simply remove the washable cover and toss it in the washing machine. Problem solved! Even if your dear old dog develops incontinence issues, dirt and smell need never be a problem with Mammoth Pet Beds.

Durability

Dogs chew, scratch and dig. They do all of these things on the places in which they sleep or rest, too. You don’t want them doing that on your sofa, do you? That’s another reason you need Mammoth Pet Beds as your dog will actually lie there in preference to a human chair or bed. It’s more comfortable for them. These pet beds are made of strong frames and durable materials that are able to withstand all the abuse your dog hands out (or should that be paws in) to the bed! The Polypropylene covers won’t tear or be damaged in the way that your sofa upholstery definitely would but at the same time, Mammoth Pet Beds are available covered in a wide variety of industrial strength fabrics and materials, even leatherette, to match any taste or room décor. They are easy to launder and won’t be damaged in the process, even after years.

You will never feel like hiding away a tatty old dog bed again. For minimal outlay at the start, Mammoth Pet Beds will last well into the future and allow your human furniture to do the same; why, you could even call them an investment! Over ten years of professional research have gone into making Mammoth Pet Beds the quality products that they are.

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The Historic Cat: Cherished and Honored for 9,500 Years

Posted on February 28, 2012 by admin

Cats are cherished as our companions and worshipped as idols. Used for pest control and good luck, cats are more than 9,500 years old. Today in the U.S. it has been estimated that there are more than 90 million domestic cats.

In an April 8, 2004 article in National Geographic magazine, archaeologists from France found the remains of a human and a cat buried in a 9,500-year-old grave site on Cyprus, a Mediterranean island.

People honor their beloved cats upon their passing, according to Peternity.com.com Founder Colleen Mihelich. Her company offers hand crafted, cremation pet urns, grave markers and engraved pet memorials for cat-lovers who have lost a beloved pet.

Cat domestication appears to be ancient. Many experts believe that the Egyptians tamed and bred felines to produce a distinct species by around the 20th century B.C.

Ancient Egyptians Cats were revered by ancient Egyptians more than in any culture in history. Because they were so respected, cats were often mummified and buried in tombs along with their human owners.Back then it was also considered a high crime to kill a cat, and it was punishable by death. Families that owned cats made shrue their felines were respected long after their death. The family would go through a period of grief after a pet cat died, and they even shaved their eyebrows to express grief. Cats were often mummified after they died and then entombed with fine jewelry and treasures; a custom that was often reserved for the most wealthy. Evidence also shows tombs with mummified rats and mice. All of this signals that the Egyptians believed in life after death.

Bast, the Egyptian Goddess with the body of a young woman and the head of a cat. (The Book of the Dead, 3000 B.C.)

In ancient times, the cat, or miw, which means “to see,” was a sacred companion. Domesticated Egyptian cats were used for warding off rodents and even snakes. As time went by cats became more important to the Egyptians, and almost like a God. Cats were also represented in Egyptian mythology as the feline goddesses named Bastet, Sekhmet. In early times Bast, also written as ‘Bastet’ by the scribes, was a goddess that was shown as a woman with the head of a cat or lion.

In an April 8, 2004 article in National Geographic magazine, archaeologists from France found the remains of a human and a cat buried in a 9,500-year-old grave site on Cyprus, a Mediterranean island. Unearthed in 2001 in the Neolithic village of Shillourokambos, the mummified remains were found along with seashells, polished stones and offerings such as ochre and flint tools, axes, and other decorative artifacts. This predates the known early Egyptian art that depicted cats by more than 4,000 years.

An archaeologist named Jean-Denis Vigne at the National Museum of Natural History in Paris, France noted that when humans and cats are buried together it indicates a strong bond between the human and pet.

Other researchers have found hints that cats were domesticated even earlier than this, with experts who have found 10,000-year-old engravings and pottery depicting cats that actually date back as far as Neolithic period, or the late Stone Age, which also provides evidence that cats had a spiritual significance.

The world today is still fascinated with cats, and why pet memorials are growing in significance. Mihelich is always on the lookout for unique, handcrafted pieces of art to help her customers express their love, joy and memories.

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Sweet Memories With A Golden Retriever Calendar

Posted on February 24, 2012 by admin

You don’t need Cliff Richards or Julio Iglesias to help you fall in love with a golden retriever. Falling in love with a golden is easy for any dog lover. Call them cute, cuddly, or adorable – all they can do is fill your life with endless years of joy and happiness. You’ve seen them as movie stars, as guide dogs, and engaged as therapy dogs to bring moments of joy back into the lives of the sick. Nothing but sweet memories is all you can think of when it comes to rearing a golden retriever that has the uncanny ability to blend with a family no matter how big or small. Share a golden retriever calendar with your friends and family if you want to display your love for this breed. No one will be able to resists looking at a portrait of man’s faithful friend day after day and month after month.
Many artists continue to pay tribute to the magnificent breed and let many of their works of art be displayed on a golden retriever calendar. Apart from calendars, you will find many collectibles and other works of art that make perfect dog lover gifts. Gift your mum and dad a wall plaque with a picture of their favorite golden retriever or your little sis a cookie jar or wrist band with an adorable golden retriever. When looking for golden retriever souvenirs the choice is endless. How about gifting a golden retriever lamp to light the life of a friend or loved one lost someone recently. A picture frame would be the ideal gift for a dog lover friend to bring back sweet memories of their companion.
A golden retriever calendar is a small symbol of appreciation to the much loved animal that utilizes its traits to help mankind. Gifting a golden retriever calendar is a great way to strengthen the bond between a dog lover and his faithful friend. The gifting needn’t end with a calendar. You can have everyday articles like bags, mugs, towels, and even mouse pads with pictures of your favorite golden retriever. Life-size paintings or posters that adorn your living room and bedroom will speak volumes of your affection for your pet.
How about letting the passion spread by installing a golden retriever mailbox in your front yard. Don’t forget there are plenty of bumper stickers and key chains that you can distribute amongst diehard golden retriever fans. A perfect gift for everyone would be a picture of golden retriever printed on T-Shirts, ties, and belts. From birthday greetings to thank you cards and Christmas cards, your golden retriever can be a part of them all. While the older ones might like the idea of receiving a golden retriever calendar, there are plenty of golden retriever stuffed toys, wooden toys, puzzles, and puppets for the kids. To spread awareness about the breed, hand over a few books to your friends.
Most dog lovers pamper their pets to the utmost, and can go to any extent to give them the best. . Gift stores on the Internet offer the kind of variety that is simply impossible in traditional stores. Shopping on line for dog lover gifts is also convenient for elderly pet owners. Moreover, online shopping saves a lot of time and you get to see the very best in gifts and collectibles of your favorite pet. So, whether it is a golden retriever calendar or a school bag for the kids, your wish is just a click away.

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Choosing Garden Gates To Enhance Your Home

Posted on February 22, 2012 by admin

A garden gate is the focal point of your home; therefore it’s important you pick a style that enhances your property as well as makes it secure. Buying the right one means balancing practicality, style and budget. Garden gates need to be of strong, solid design or they won’t last – but you don’t want to end up blowing your entire budget on one gate!

The answer is to visit a large home improvement store, like us at Wickes DIY. Here, you will find a wide range of wood and metal gates, in every style and size imaginable. Even the top-of-the–range metal gates, with key-locks and fittings, won’t break the bank. It is possible to buy a heavy-duty galvanised double driveway gate, complete with fittings, for less than £120.

For front gardens, the choice is enormous with everything from simple rustic pale-and-fencing kits, to imposing ornamental wrought-iron gates for driveway access. Check the gate you’ve chosen comes complete with fittings. If not, you’ll have to buy them separately, adding to the price.

Driveway gates increase privacy and security, and improve the look of any home. They can even be fitted with an automatic opening system. As well as double-gated metallic designs, you can buy wide farmyard-style gates, which are heavy but look very attractive.

Should you have wood or metal? Metal gates don’t offer the same privacy as wood, but then wood needs more upkeep. It does have the advantage that it can be painted or stained any colour, however. That being said, many metal garden gates are available primed and ready-to-paint, giving you similar choice.

If you’re worried a metal gate might be too heavy, modern alloy driveway and garden gates are available which have all the charm and detail of traditional wrought iron, but without the heavy weight and corrosion. At the lower end of the market, these can look a bit flimsy and cheap-looking. A heavyweight or galvanised iron gate, such as those we sell at Wickes DIY, give your garden an “up-market” look, and will last a lot longer for little extra outlay.

In general, the larger the house the higher the front gate can be. A large mansion-style building set in its own grounds will need a very different gate to a small Victorian terrace, so take the overall style of your property into account when choosing your design. Whatever the size of your property, if you have pets and/or children the gate should be lockable, climb-proof and ideally 1500 mm high or more.

For the rear garden, you need to ensure the gate is high enough to keep intruders out. Some people prefer the open, aesthetic quality of ornamental metal gates, while others prefer high, close-clad wooden gates for privacy. If you have a walled garden, the latter can look truly magical – especially if teamed with a brick or stone arch over the top. In any case, there’s nothing like a bit of mystery to enhance the pleasure of entering a well-kept garden and it keeps snoopers at bay. We at Wickes DIY have some beautiful lap and ledge-and-brace wooden garden gates, which are equally at home in a wire, wooden or walled enclosure.

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Introducing New Dog Strollers at Pet Stroller Mart

Posted on February 12, 2012 by admin

Pet Stroller Mart’s plans for the future include expanding its merchandise line past pet strollers. We hope to have products that are specific to cats, dogs, and small critters or other smaller animals. Pet Stroller Mart is completely committed to providing customers innovative and new products that the bigger retailers might not have. Watch for high quality pet beds, and even full pet bedroom sets, including hangers to hang your pet’s outfits. We at Pet Stroller Mart plan to continue to increase our line of merchandise, and really hope that our customers will be pleased with our offerings and what they buy.

The Central Park Pet Stroller is a great stroller that is quite a bit larger than our 4-Wheel Pink Pet Stroller. Offered at an excellent price, it can be found in bright colors with a bright, neon stripe that will make it easier to see on city streets. This dog stroller or cat stroller also comes with storage spots for pet treats and liquids. This is a fantastic pet stroller to take your pet shopping in, or for a walk in the park. This stroller’s wheels are durable, built to last, and are made for rough roads as well as smooth sidewalks. Our strollers also make perfect Christmas or birthday gifts.

Pet Stroller Mart provides pet lovers with the biggest and newest variety of dog strollers and pet strollers out there. We have an amazing selection of brand new dog strollers that you’re sure to enjoy. Our newest dog stroller collection continues to appeal to consumers’ demands of pet safety and comfort, ease of storage for travel, and reliability. Several of our customers also use these pet strollers for ducks, puppies and even guinea pigs. Customers who have disabled or hurt animals discover that products from PetStrollerMart.com are an excellent way to take their pets with them wherever they go.

Portable pet houses are the newest in pet travel accessories, and are a part of Pet Stroller Mart’s ever expanding line of products. The pet house is made to fold easily and pack away at home or in the car. Its sturdy design is built to be used in yards, public places, and any other territory when you’re traveling. It’s easy to clean, and made out of material that’s easy to care for. The solid design is going to last a long time. This portable house comes in various colors, and when you purchase it you’ll get free shipping within the continuous 48 United States.

Our new Jogger Pet Stroller is a perfect way for pet owners who are active to bring their pets with them when they’re working out. The stroller is reliable for all running and jogging situations and built for rough terrains. Now, active pet owners can exercise and spend good, quality time with their puppy, cat, or other pet as they stay in shape. This stroller has bigger wheels for speed, and was developed to match the most advanced running abilities. Remember that runners should wear high quality running shoes since shoes that are worn have the potential to cause leg or back problems.

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Why Pet Beds Provide a Healthier Life and Superior Comfort to Your Pet

Posted on February 2, 2012 by admin

If your dog doesn’t have a bed maybe he suffers and so do you.

If your dog suffers from hip dysphasia or arthritis try to reduce his pain by providing him a comfortable and supportive environment with pet blanket, sleeping pad, pet bed or pet cooling bed.

Luxury pet beds, heated beds, or heated pads offer the most comfort, so you should consider choosing one of them for your pet as you probably want your pet to sleep in a natural position.If you have some personal requirements, possibly you should purchase a designer pet bed.

On the other hand old beds are excellent breeding ground for filth and scum and they could seriously harm your companion .He will be probably very unhappy in a nasty, dirty bed.

Moreover, the odor coming from an old blanket or pillow can be disgusting for your pet. Soon you will find out that he tracks the odor all over the house making it unpleasant for you and your guests.

Terrible bacteria, bugs and parasites could live in an old or worn out bed.All they cause diseases! It will be difficult for you to wash or clean most of the beds as they don’t last forever.

Maybe you want outdoor and indoor heated pet beds. Also there are designer beds, but they do not offer extra quality, you just pay for the name. For the hot summer season you could need a pet cooler bed.

What pet bed is good? Firstly, it attracts pets like a magnet with great power. Pets just like humans can recognize the quality. They enjoy the experience and a good lifestyle.

The good bed exists after many types of washing. It saves you money, you do not have to buy often new beds. It is very important to have a comfortable and safe bed without odor and parasites. Do not forget that buying the proper bed is a good investment.

In the end remember how important the size and style of the bed, pads or pillows are. With the size you can make mistake only if you buy a smaller bed, if the size is larger it is not a problem. So be sure that your nice-and-fluffy pet bed, luxury bed or designer pet beds are the right size.

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Orthopedic Pet Beds: Choosing the Right One for Your Pet

Posted on January 31, 2012 by admin

Orthopedic Pet Beds:  For every pet owner there is a need of giving that special member of the family the comfort they deserve. Remember, your dog will enjoy the same comforts and benefits of orthopedic pet beds just like people enjoy the same with their memory foam mattresses. When you are able to give your dog something special, it is always good to give him something that he sleeps in every night. One of the best things that you can provide for your dog are comfortable and relaxing orthopedic pet beds. They will provide coziness, relaxation and support that your puppy needs if it wants to stay as energetic as it is at the moment. There are loads of benefits to owning orthopedic pet beds that make for a delighted pet. Some benefits to this bed are:

 

1. Created by NASA- Anything that is created by NASA has to be comfortable right? The foam material has advanced leaps and bounds since it was first created too. With orthopedic pet beds, the contoured foam does wonders to keep your dog comfortable. The memory foam is perfect for any pet that moves around a lot when sleeping.

 

2. Contours to your dog- The foam helps contour to your dog’s body. This allows the pup the additional support and relief that should allow them to get a relaxing night of sleep. This will allow your dog to be more agile and active. Your dog will be so much more happy and will be able to spend more quality time with you. You can considerably reduce your trips to the vet, for dogs with joint problems especially, by providing a relaxing and comfortable place for your dog to sleep.

 

3. Absorbs pressure- When a mattress gets old, it starts to morph to the body of the sleeper. This is not ideal for your pet. Having an indentation of your body is not good for sleepers who move around a lot. Memory foam dog beds absord the pressure of your dogs jpoints instead of their bodies bearing the brunt of the force. This frees your dog up by giving it a lot of space to move around and does not limit it to one “indented” spot to lay in.

 

But these are just a few of the overall benefits that orthopedic pet beds provide. The added benefits that you privide for your pet will surely make them more comfortable and relaxed. There are times in which dogs simply need the added support. As your dog ages, joint support becomes a very serious issue. The same goes for us as human beings. Bodies are not supposed to last forever. Their bones and joints need added support too. The same holds true for your pet.

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Heated Dog Beds Benefits & Guide

Posted on January 17, 2012 by admin

Heated dog beds are well-known for its unlimited benefits both for dogs and dog owners, and no doubt making a better quality of life . There’s nothing more special dog beds that could give comfort and soothing warm than heated dog beds. A heated dog bed will keep your pet cozy whole year round, when the seasons change and most especially when temperatures dip to those cold digits during the day and night. Heated pet beds are highly recommended by veterinarians and animal health practitioners.

Heated dog beds have capability to comfort and heal the soaring muscles and joints or older dogs, dogs with arthritis, pets with injuries or even just tired dog body from a day of play and adventure. These special beds can help ease mind and change behavior of dogs with uncomfortable feelings or puppy with separation anxieties. Let’s list down the benefits and guide differences of heated dog beds that would help your dog’s special warm needs.

Soothing comfort for Senior Dogs. Aging dogs are about to suffer uncomfortable sickness such as arthritis, muscle pains, fatigues other health issues and as well as they are easily get tired so heated dog bed is a must. As dogs start to get older they can encounter joint problems and these beds are perfect for easing the pain. Perhaps your dog is quite a heavy breed and they are putting a lot of stress on their joints, in which case a heated dog bed would be a great way to help relieve some of the stress on those joints. Quite often dogs can become a lot less active due to developing sore muscles. The low level heat, supplied from heated dog beds has been known to have a therapeutic nature and stimulate circulation to help relieve sore muscles and joints.

Dogs Suffering from Illness, Surgery and Injuries. Sick dogs have a very irritable feeling that causes them to bite even on the one whose caring or feeding them. Heated pet beds help on comforting and easing the body and mind of sick dogs with their soothing warm. Heated dog beds are proven helping to alleviate pains and physical sickness. Vets recommend heated beds for dogs and animals healing from surgeries.

Comfort and “At Home” feeling for new Puppies and newly Adopted Dogs. Many new dog owners are dealing with dogs suffering separation anxieties, but with heated beds, they will feel safe and security. Puppies love to cradle their head on pillows or armrest and heated pet beds give them this comfort. Newly adopted dog or new puppies easily settle down with their new home when they have this comfortable territory they feel their own.

Perfect for Outside Dogs and Guard Dogs. Heated dog beds are perfect for winter days and freezing nights. Choose heated beds that are tougher and heater enough even for dogs leaving outside.

Dogs having long hair or fur all over their body don’t mean that they won’t feel coldness; they need to feel the comfortable heat and warm-touching security out of pain, discomfort and anxieties. While the owners have less worry about their dog suffering from illness or irritable feelings, heated dog beds is just simple solution.

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