Pikes Peak Animal Supply

Take care when exercising your pet and modify the level of intensity and amount of exercise according to the weather. If you don't feel like getting out or have to work late, contact a professional dog-walker to take over for you.

When you bird is molting, it usually requires more protein than normal. If it is that season, speak with us about feed blends that address this situation to keep your pet healthy. If your birds are breeding or brooding, they probably need a little extra in their diet as well.

As your pet ages, its dietary needs may change. Some pets become more sedentary and obesity can be a problem. We carry products from several companies who produce healthy food geared toward older and less active pets.

Slip collars (or choke collars) form a loop around a dog's neck, with two rings for the leash. The "live" ring will constrict the collar if the leash is pulled, while the "dead" ring will not.

Be careful when you’re buying bowls! If your animal eats outdoors, metal bowls for food and water can be extremely dangerous in warm or cold weather conditions. Take weather into consideration when deciding to feed your animal outdoors in the area which you live.

It’s important to realize that when it comes to pet food (or human food, for that matter), ingredients are listed in descending order on the package. This means that the first 5 to 7 ingredients make up the bulk of the food.

Unlike traditional harnesses, a no-pull harness connects your dog’s leash at a small hook placed over a chest strap. If your dog races ahead of you during walks, a no-pull harness will guide them back to you, preventing pulling.

Dogs or cats? Do you know which is America’s most popular pet? 46% of all households have a dog, whereas only 39% have a cat, however there are in fact more pet cats. This is because more homes have multiple cats rather than more than one dog.

Don’t scrimp on cage size when it comes to your new reptile, especially if it’s a snake. A cage that is too small can be stressful and unhealthy to your pet. The combined length and width of the cage should at least match the snakes length, or the longest length he will be once full grown.

If your pet is having difficulty keeping his or her usual food down, it could be a sign of trouble. Take your pet to its veterinarian for an examination to determine the problem. Hopefully, it is nothing more serious than changing what it eats.

Be careful where you place your fish aquariums or bowls. Never put them near a fan or window that could produce a draft. Temperature must remain constant in a fish’s habitat for healthy sustainability.

Lots of water is particularly important for senior cats who can be prone to renal failure. Water flushes out the kidneys, releasing built up toxins. Make sure your cat loves their water bowl and keep it in the same place for them!