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32 Hard-Working Pet Supplies

32 Hard-Working Pet Supplies

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A pack of Arm & Hammer shampoo wipes for quick and easy cleanups. Use 'em for freshening up coats, muzzles, paws, and butts. The glycerin, aloe, and oat extract moisturize, and the mango scent is sure to be a hit — at least, it's way better than wet dog smell.
A pack of stain-removing pads to obliterate all the unwanted pet-related stains in your home. Lay a pad on an unwanted blemish, stomp, toss the pad, and admire your pee-free carpet.
A moving bird toy complete with a catnip pouch to preoccupy your feline friend with their own version of Flappy Bird so they're not interrupting you. The USB-charged gizmo has three flapping settings so your cat can work on their hunting skills and have a lot more fun than we had playing that infuriating game.
Clarence the Clarifier Fish, who will swim amongst your aquatic friends, helpfully cleaning the water and controlling ammonia and phosphate levels in the tank. Each faux fish lasts up to two months and keeps things fresh in between water changes.
Paper bedding infused with flower petals offering a pleasantly floral scent to hide other, less-savory smells that your lil' rodent or bunny leaves behind. It can control odor up to two weeks and comes in lavender, rose, or marigold.
A cleansing wrinkle cream that'll wipe away your squishy-faced dog's tear stains with ease. Pug, French bulldog, and English bulldog owners use it to clean up grime, block moisture, and reduce irritation.
An automatic water fountain in case your picky cat needs some motivation to stay hydrated. Cats instinctively know that running water is safer than still water, so this flower fountain helps create a more alluring drink.
A Thundershirt to provide your nervous pup a little calming pressure when loud noises are upsetting them. Consider it the comforting equivalent to a weighted blanket or nice, big hug.
A Pet House Candle that completely eliminates odors from your beloved — but stinky — furry friends, leaving you with a refreshing smell like pink sugar or lavender green tea.
A Roll 'n' Toss toy filled with seeds and other treats to keep your rabbit, guinea pig, or chinchilla busy. The 100% edible ball rolls as they try to forage, making the snacking process more challenging and fun. Reviewers say it takes their pets a couple of days to get through the whole thing.
A cat grass-growing kit for the cat who enjoys a nice salad between meals. It's made from a blend of barley, flax, oat, and wheat seeds, is a safe source of vitamins and minerals, and can help with digestion.
An LED collar to keep your dog safe on night walks and to give yourself a free light show. It's rechargeable, waterproof, and can last up to 8 hours on a single charge.
The Only Bird Cage Cleaner You Need — a bio-enzymatic bird poop spray that'll take care of messy cages in a snap, leaving behind a fresh scent without any alcohol, bleach, or ammonia. Reviewers say this cleaner is so good, they use it all over their homes.
A wood polish that'll spirit away any unwanted scratches left behind by your pet. One day Spots will learn how to use the door handle, but until then, we have polish.
A snout soother to help moisturize your dog's crusty nose. You hate chapped lips, so your dog definitely hates having a chapped nose.
A mini comb that'll detangle and gently remove any eye boogers getting in the way of your pet's gorgeous peepers. The comb does the hard work so you don't have to touch any gross goo with your bare hands.
A convenient waterless pet shampoo so you can freshen up your pup in between actual baths. Nobody enjoys the bathing process, so you might as well push it back as far as possible. Just spray it on, towel it off, and enjoy your dog's new silky, lavender-scented coat.
Or a Mighty Mutt hypoallergenic waterless shampoo that foams up, making it super easy to lather into dry fur. You can score a deeper clean and fresh scent without even taking out the hose.
An immunity-boosting allergy supplement so your itchy dog can finally find some relief. These soft chews deliver a dose of probiotics and other nutrients to help improve immune function, aide digestion, and promote healthy skin. Bonus: They add a nice shine to your dog's coat.
A Cat Dancer toy you can waggle in front of your feline whenever you wanna give them a proper workout. Who knew wire and rolled cardboard could make your pet so happy?
A nail grinder that's a little easier and gentler than the traditional clipper. Gone are the days of having to use both hands to clip and praying you don't cut too short. Instead: a relaxing spa day.
A foraging wall with so many bits and bobbles, I can't imagine your bird EVER getting sick of it. There are blocks, ropes, beads, shredded seagrass, and even a finger trap! Small to medium birds will consider this like a trip to the Met.
A de-shedding shampoo from the fur-eliminating expert, Furminator. This Omega-3 and fatty acid-enriched formula reduces excess shedding, moisturizes, and promotes a healthy coat. It also has something called "Odorcapture 360 technology" (lol) that reviewers say helps eliminate wet dog stank.
A pack of paw protection cream with vitamin E to keep paw pads nice and soft. Most dogs hate shoes, so this helps keep their tootsies safer from the elements (salt and ice in the winter and hot sidewalks in the summer).
An interactive tube toy that's basically like Hot Wheels for cats. Your feline friend will love moving the ball around the track, and you'll love finally having some alone time. It comes with eight circuit parts, so you can rebuild the track in different shapes when Socks gets bored.
A medicated antiparasitic shampoo if your dog is dealing with some unexpected guests. Coal tar, salicyclic acid, and microniz sulfur work together to treat skin scaling from seborrhea, mange, and other parasitic infections.
A catnip wall mount with four different-flavored balls so your kitty can perform a taste test and decide their favorite. It's basically a bourbon flight for cats — that's so cool! They'll be too preoccupied sampling the goods to scream at you for treats for at least a solid 15 minutes (a century in hungry cat time).
A Chom Chom pet hair remover if you'd prefer your furniture to be fur-free but don't have the patience to vacuum for a century. It has a clingy roller (no wasteful adhesive strips) that grabs hair and deposits it into a built-in compartment. You can tell Fido to stay off the couch all you want, but dogs don't speak Human! Instead, use this reusable roller to reclaim your seating.
Or a Fur-Zoff pet hair remover that'll pull all the fur off your belongings just as well, but without the plastic. It turns out that white fur coat you own is actually a black denim jacket???
A canine version of the TikTok-famous Kanoodle Puzzle so your pup can get some brain-stimulating fun, too. Unlike the human version, the goal is to get all the pieces *off* the board so they can reap their reward.
A pet brush with thin, long teeth capable of getting to the undercoat. A good brushing means a silkier coat — and best of all, less shedding.
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32 Hard-Working Pet Supplies
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32 Hard-Working Pet Supplies

A pack of Arm & Hammer shampoo wipes for quick and easy cleanups. Use 'em for freshening up coats, muzzles, paws, and butts. The glycerin, aloe, and oat extract moisturize, and the mango scent is sure to be a hit — at least, it's way better than wet dog smell. A pack of stain-removing pads to obliterate all the unwanted pet-related stains in your home. Lay a pad on an unwanted blemish, stomp, toss the pad, and admire your pee-free carpet. A moving bird toy complete with a catnip pouch to preoccupy your feline friend with their own version of Flappy Bird so they're not interrupting you. The USB-charged gizmo has three flapping settings so your cat can work on their hunting skills and have a lot more fun than we had playing that infuriating game. Clarence the Clarifier Fish, who will swim amongst your aquatic friends, helpfully cleaning the water and controlling ammonia and phosphate levels in the tank. Each faux fish lasts up to two months and keeps things fresh in between water changes. Paper bedding infused with flower petals offering a pleasantly floral scent to hide other, less-savory smells that your lil' rodent or bunny leaves behind. It can control odor up to two weeks and comes in lavender, rose, or marigold. A cleansing wrinkle cream that'll wipe away your squishy-faced dog's tear stains with ease. Pug, French bulldog, and English bulldog owners use it to clean up grime, block moisture, and reduce irritation. An automatic water fountain in case your picky cat needs some motivation to stay hydrated. Cats instinctively know that running water is safer than still water, so this flower fountain helps create a more alluring drink. A Thundershirt to provide your nervous pup a little calming pressure when loud noises are upsetting them. Consider it the comforting equivalent to a weighted blanket or nice, big hug. A Pet House Candle that completely eliminates odors from your beloved — but stinky — furry friends, leaving you with a refreshing smell like pink sugar or lavender green tea. A Roll 'n' Toss toy filled with seeds and other treats to keep your rabbit, guinea pig, or chinchilla busy. The 100% edible ball rolls as they try to forage, making the snacking process more challenging and fun. Reviewers say it takes their pets a couple of days to get through the whole thing. A cat grass-growing kit for the cat who enjoys a nice salad between meals. It's made from a blend of barley, flax, oat, and wheat seeds, is a safe source of vitamins and minerals, and can help with digestion. An LED collar to keep your dog safe on night walks and to give yourself a free light show. It's rechargeable, waterproof, and can last up to 8 hours on a single charge. The Only Bird Cage Cleaner You Need — a bio-enzymatic bird poop spray that'll take care of messy cages in a snap, leaving behind a fresh scent without any alcohol, bleach, or ammonia. Reviewers say this cleaner is so good, they use it all over their homes. A wood polish that'll spirit away any unwanted scratches left behind by your pet. One day Spots will learn how to use the door handle, but until then, we have polish. A snout soother to help moisturize your dog's crusty nose. You hate chapped lips, so your dog definitely hates having a chapped nose. A mini comb that'll detangle and gently remove any eye boogers getting in the way of your pet's gorgeous peepers. The comb does the hard work so you don't have to touch any gross goo with your bare hands. A convenient waterless pet shampoo so you can freshen up your pup in between actual baths. Nobody enjoys the bathing process, so you might as well push it back as far as possible. Just spray it on, towel it off, and enjoy your dog's new silky, lavender-scented coat. Or a Mighty Mutt hypoallergenic waterless shampoo that foams up, making it super easy to lather into dry fur. You can score a deeper clean and fresh scent without even taking out the hose. An immunity-boosting allergy supplement so your itchy dog can finally find some relief. These soft chews deliver a dose of probiotics and other nutrients to help improve immune function, aide digestion, and promote healthy skin. Bonus: They add a nice shine to your dog's coat. A Cat Dancer toy you can waggle in front of your feline whenever you wanna give them a proper workout. Who knew wire and rolled cardboard could make your pet so happy? A nail grinder that's a little easier and gentler than the traditional clipper. Gone are the days of having to use both hands to clip and praying you don't cut too short. Instead: a relaxing spa day. A foraging wall with so many bits and bobbles, I can't imagine your bird EVER getting sick of it. There are blocks, ropes, beads, shredded seagrass, and even a finger trap! Small to medium birds will consider this like a trip to the Met. A de-shedding shampoo from the fur-eliminating expert, Furminator. This Omega-3 and fatty acid-enriched formula reduces excess shedding, moisturizes, and promotes a healthy coat. It also has something called "Odorcapture 360 technology" (lol) that reviewers say helps eliminate wet dog stank. A pack of paw protection cream with vitamin E to keep paw pads nice and soft. Most dogs hate shoes, so this helps keep their tootsies safer from the elements (salt and ice in the winter and hot sidewalks in the summer). An interactive tube toy that's basically like Hot Wheels for cats. Your feline friend will love moving the ball around the track, and you'll love finally having some alone time. It comes with eight circuit parts, so you can rebuild the track in different shapes when Socks gets bored. A medicated antiparasitic shampoo if your dog is dealing with some unexpected guests. Coal tar, salicyclic acid, and microniz sulfur work together to treat skin scaling from seborrhea, mange, and other parasitic infections. A catnip wall mount with four different-flavored balls so your kitty can perform a taste test and decide their favorite. It's basically a bourbon flight for cats — that's so cool! They'll be too preoccupied sampling the goods to scream at you for treats for at least a solid 15 minutes (a century in hungry cat time). A Chom Chom pet hair remover if you'd prefer your furniture to be fur-free but don't have the patience to vacuum for a century. It has a clingy roller (no wasteful adhesive strips) that grabs hair and deposits it into a built-in compartment. You can tell Fido to stay off the couch all you want, but dogs don't speak Human! Instead, use this reusable roller to reclaim your seating. Or a Fur-Zoff pet hair remover that'll pull all the fur off your belongings just as well, but without the plastic. It turns out that white fur coat you own is actually a black denim jacket??? A canine version of the TikTok-famous Kanoodle Puzzle so your pup can get some brain-stimulating fun, too. Unlike the human version, the goal is to get all the pieces *off* the board so they can reap their reward. A pet brush with thin, long teeth capable of getting to the undercoat. A good brushing means a silkier coat — and best of all, less shedding.

I cleaned my house using only homemade cleaning products for a week — here's what happened
I cleaned my house using only homemade cleaning products for a week — here's what happened

Tom's Guide

time22-07-2025

  • Tom's Guide

I cleaned my house using only homemade cleaning products for a week — here's what happened

I've always wanted to try and make my own cleaning products, mostly because my toddler spends most of her time licking my floors, and the thought of her ingesting chemicals from store-bought cleaning products makes me cringe. But also: they're supposed to be cheaper—and who doesn't want to save a few $$$'s when they can? With no clue where to start but a whole under-sink cabinet of various ingredients I'd bought before and used only once, I realized that I already owned most of the ingredients to make cleaning products. With a couple of niche Amazon purchases to be made, and some empty spray bottles to find, I was ready to get cleaning. Next up you'll find me curating a non-toxic cleaning routine for my home! No, I didn't go about this completely clueless: luckily, I was sent an ingredients list from MyToolBox. With peace of mind that each solution was really disinfecting my surfaces and I wasn't about to mix two ingredients and give myself a headache, these four recipes took me hardly any time to make. But it did get messy. I almost felt like I was in an episode of Breaking Bad at one point. With help from these homemade sprays, I cleaned almost every inch of my home, from my door frames to my baseboards, my toilet, and even my sofa. And the best part: I scented them to my preference — and made them as strong or weak as I wanted. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Even better? Now I'm left with the rest of the ingredients, so I can make up more when I run out at any time, instead of going to the store for more. Luckily enough, I had just finished my anti-bacterial spray so I already had an empty bottle to hand. After mixing together the ingredients, I used this solution to clean so many places in my home. I'll be honest: it smelled just like vinegar. I mean, it does have a lot of vinegar in it, but I did think that the lemon juice would tone it down a little. It cleaned my light switches, door handles, baseboards, and trash can. I used it for pretty much general cleaning, including in my bathrooms. It did clean well, and it didn't require a lot of elbow grease to budge stains like the dog food on my baseboards (my Pug doesn't have very good table manners). These simple spray bottles will allow you to mix your ingredients with ease. Plus, they're reusable. Each bottle has an adjustable nozzle and adjustment modes from fine mist to a steady stream. Would I use it again? I would, but I'd definitely scent it with a few drops of essential oils. Perhaps tea tree. I really dislike the scent of vinegar so to have my bathrooms and some rooms smell strongly of vinegar after cleaning wasn't ideal. Saying that, it was easy to make so that would convince me to make it again. I didn't have any explosions or any messes to clear up from my floor, which was a definite win-win. I made this up using peppermint essential oil. I thought it would be most fitting in a kitchen, which is where I find the greasiest surfaces, namely my stovetop, and my oven. I imagine it would work wonders in an air fryer, too. It smelled really good! Subtly of the peppermint essential oil, and not chemically at all which I liked. It cleaned grease surprisingly well and easily. I used it for my stovetop, and I'd definitely use it again as it took the elbow grease out of removing food and burn stains, especially on my oven doors. It took the elbow grease out of removing food and burn stains I also used it on my appliances, but I wouldn't use it again on these as the formula is slightly oily, because of the essential oils added, so it didn't give them a shiny finish. Would I use it again? It was a bit of a pain to make, as once I added the sodium carbonate, it bubbled over and spilled everywhere. Saying that, though, I'd only use this sparingly as it's an oily formula so I shouldn't need to make it up as frequently as other solutions. I'd use it again, and next time I'll use a cleaner dish soap. This was the first solution I made up, as I had most of the ingredients already under my kitchen sink. I ended up using a pine-scented disinfectant, which is why the solution turned out to be green. I also added a few drops of sweet orange essential oil to counteract the strong pine scent. I was expecting it to smell strong as I'd added two lots of essential oils and the disinfectant was pre-scented. I was right—it was strong, but it wasn't overpowering. I'd perhaps water it down a little in the future, though. I used this solution to clean almost my entire kitchen, except the floors. I did perform a patch test on my white countertop before I began because of its bright green color. It removed coffee stains and watermelon juice from my surfaces and my dining table, I also sprayed it on my daughter's high chair, in my sink, and on my cabinet doors. It budged stains fast. Would I use it again? lt definitely worked, and it was without a doubt the easiest one to make as it wasn't messy whatsoever. I even had most of the ingredients already, and you probably do, too. I had most of the ingredients already, and you probably do, too. The only thing that puts me off making it again is the fact the main part of the recipe requires pure disinfectant, which can sometimes be full of chemicals. Next time, I'll make it up using a cleaner disinfectant, one that's unscented. One of my biggest pet peeves of kitchen cleaners is that they're always heavily scented—the same goes for dish soap, and I don't want unnecessary fragrances around where I store and prep my food. I might even play around with the ratio of essential oils and tone it down a little, too. I've tried to make my own upholstery spray before but I didn't like it. With this one, however, you scent it using your preferred stain remover—in my case, The Pink Stuff. And this stuff smells amazing! For me, I need a textile spray only for use in my living room, to refresh my couch and cushions every couple of days. It's the room we spend the most time in as a family, and the place my dog sleeps. I'm usually picky with which upholstery spray I use and will make sure it's not filled with unnecessary chemicals. It smelled subtly like the stain remover spray I'd added, and I liked that. I don't want anything super strong, but I need to know it's refreshing my sofa and pillows. It lightly sprayed it on my sofa and cushions after spot-cleaning my sofa and steam cleaning my cushions. It gave them a subtle scent and a good refresh. Once I added the washing crystals, it bubbled over and went all down my kitchen cabinets and over the floor. Would I use it again? Yes, mostly because a little goes a long way so this should last me for a while. It was, admittedly, a bit of a nightmare to mix as once I added the washing crystals, it bubbled over and went all down my kitchen cabinets and over the floor. So, I'd recommend adding the washing crystals slowly. Next time, I'll definitely switch up the fabric stain remover I use for one that's a little cleaner. I definitely plan to make the degreaser and the anti-bacterial spray again. The degreaser was messy but its grease-busting power was impressive and I now have the ingredients in my cabinet. I'll also make up the anti-bacterial spray once it runs out, for sure, but I think I'll add some essential oil drops this time to counteract the strong vinegar scent. I did really like the textile spray, but it does still contain a fabric stain remover, so while I would make it again I'd try to find a non-toxic option to mix with the rest of the ingredients. The same goes for the multi-purpose spray as it contains disinfectant. While you can't find a clean disinfectant on the market as it is what it says — chemicals — you can find an unscented one. I'll be a little more prepared next time and mix them in the sink. And do bear in mind that a funnel will come in very handy for this. Want to give it a go and make all four of these homemade cleaning solutions? Here's a full ingredients list—and remember that you need four empty spray bottles, too. Recipes supplied by MyToolBox.

PETA sues American Kennel Club over standards for French bulldogs, other breeds
PETA sues American Kennel Club over standards for French bulldogs, other breeds

Associated Press

time08-07-2025

  • Associated Press

PETA sues American Kennel Club over standards for French bulldogs, other breeds

NEW YORK (AP) — The animal rights group PETA sued Tuesday to try to force the American Kennel Club to abandon the standards it backs for hyper-popular French bulldogs and some other breeds, contending that the influential club is promoting unhealthy physical features. The lawsuit turns up the heat around one of the biggest flashpoints in dogdom: the attributes that have been honed to define some breeds, including the Frenchie, which the AKC ranks as the United States' most popular breed . 'The AKC's official breed standards for the bulldog, French bulldog, pug, dachshund and Chinese shar-pei provide blueprints for the breeding of deformed, unhealthy dogs,' PETA says in the suit. The AKC said it's committed to protecting 'the health, heritage and well-being of purebred dogs' and that responsibly bred dogs that conform to the standards are healthy. 'We categorically reject PETA's mischaracterizations of specific breed standards and their assertion that these standards create unhealthy dogs,' the club said in a statement, adding that dog health and welfare is 'paramount and at the core of our mission.' Founded in 1884, the New York-based AKC is a nonprofit that acts like a league for many canine competitions and runs the United States' oldest dog registry, where owners may choose to document their dogs' existence and accomplishments. Mixed-breed dogs and rescues can be registered as 'canine partners' and compete in some sports, but the club's history is closely tied to fanciers who cultivate and show purebreds. Each breed has its own club that sets the 'standard,' or ideal characteristics, for the dogs. The AKC reviews, approves and promulgates them. PETA, also called People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, describes itself as an animal liberation organization. Its advocacy includes boycotts and litigation. Its supporters are known for staging sometimes disruptive protests in settings including a papal audience , a Starbucks and sporting events such as the Westminster Kennel Club dog show . The Norfolk, Virginia-based nonprofit opposes dog breeding in general and has clashed for years with the AKC. Peppered with photos and diagrams, PETA's new lawsuit runs through health problems that can beset short-legged, long-backed dachshunds ('the animal equivalent of a poorly designed bridge,' in PETA's view) and shar-peis, which can have spates of fever and inflammation known as 'shar-pei autoinflammatory disease.' The complaint points to pugs' risk of injuries to their marbly eyes and susceptibility to breathing problems and overheating because of their flat faces. The suit zeros in on those and other parts of bulldogs and Frenchies, including the big heads that often prompt caesarian births. The various problems that PETA cites don't afflict all dogs of these breeds, and some do agility , dock diving and other sports. But the conditions can be serious for those that have them. In the U.K. — where research involving about 24,600 dogs suggested that Frenchies have 'very different, and largely much poorer' health than do other canines — the British Veterinary Association campaigns against advertisements that feature flat-faced breeds . The Netherlands has prohibited breeding very short-snouted dogs. Norway's Supreme Court, however, declined to block the breeding of English bulldogs — but upheld a lower court's prohibition on breeding cavalier King Charles spaniels, citing a different set of health concerns. The AKC says the breed standards it approves reflect 'decades of collaboration with veterinary experts and breeders.' Some breed clubs donate to and participate in dog health research, and the AKC says it has given over $40 million since 1995 to its canine health research charity.

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