Secret Shopper - Pet Product Reviews

Pet product Review - standard door strap -- 6 bells by ClassicBells.com

You may be wondering why am I writing a review on bells? While it's really quite simple, I'm training my puppy Charlie to ring bells that hang from the door each and every time he wants to relieve himself. I got the idea from  my groomer Barry.

So I looked all over the Internet for two weeks to find exactly the right bells that were affordable and had a design suited to my training goals. I found the perfect bells www.classicbells.com. and the price was wonderful only $24 including shipping.

I was so impressed I wrote a letter to the manufacturer Classic Bells Ltd.I wanted to let them know how happy I was with this style and very high quality of their product. And I wanted to let them know that my intention was to use them for dog training. Here was their response:

I am very glad you like the bells -- thank you for the feedback. We try to offer a little nicer product than the usual because our goal is to offer the best quality possible for the price. Our business has just two employees -- my husband Chuck Kelly and me. We do all of our design and manufacturing in our home workshop.

We sell a fair number of our 3 and 6 bell straps to dog owners. Some folks buy the versions with antique or new solid-brass bells; others buy the less expensive plated-steel bells like the ones you purchased.

One tip for "bell training" I have heard is to put a little peanut butter or other yummy, sticky treat on the lower bell to attract and reward the dog at first, then gradually fade to the just the reward of getting to go out.

Some folks buy bells for the outside of the door too, but I think that would only work well in warm climates. It would be tough for me to hear the outside bells here in Iowa when our heavy doors are closed tight against the winter cold.

For really small dogs or puppies, sometimes a door strap can be too short. In that case, the bells can be hung on a hook installed on the door frame or the hook can be fastened to the door itself an appropriate distance below the door knob.

If you think this type of training is right for your dog do contact www.classicbells.com.  here is the exact page I went to order my bells:

http://classicbells.com/proddetail.asp?prod=ccStd06

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Pet Product Review - Yummy Chummies Original Salmon Soft n' Chewy

Very simply. Here is a new product that I absolutely love: Yummy Chummies Original Salmon Soft n' Chewy.

Finally the goodness of salmon and its omega-3 rich nutrients are captured in a biscuit form. My dog Charlie absolutely loves these biscuits and they were great treat for use in training and obedience.

Pet Product Review: Urine Eliminator™  By Rug Doctor

Everyone knows I am a strong advocate of keeping cleaning supplies especially those that are made specifically for pet in the house.

Well and my house is cleaning products are very important. Because I have a puppy. I frequently have little pee pee stain send small accident. So when I saw at my local stop and shop store that Rug Doctor Urine Elimintor was on sale for only $9.99, which was a 50% savings. I thought this must be a good product if they initially cost $20. So I bought a bottle.

Well, let's just say I've had better experience with other cleaning products and been more satisfied. First, the To the spray nozzle was loose and I lost about one third of the product in the shopping bag. That may be furious. Then after my puppy happens have an unusually large pee accident. And I use the product, then. But had to use the product all over again it did not clean to my satisfaction and dried residue remained.

But it was more than that, I think the product is way too expensive.  Even on sale; and especially when you have to use it twice. ALso, they have a big warning lable to keep away form kids because of the nonionic detergents.  A warning for Kids, but not pets?

Anyway if you're interested in buing this product you may do so for $19,98+ $8 shipping at:  http://buy.rugdoctor.com/cleaning-products

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Pet Product Review - Sleepypod Air

today I was not sent a sample I was sent a press release announcing the newest product specifically designed for in cabin pet travel on aircraft. Again I wish I had a sample so I can give you my opinion, but I did want to bring it to your attention. Below please find product information from their press release:

Sleepypod’s Newest Evolution in Pet Carriers Redefines In-cabin Pet Travel
Los Angeles, Calif.—September 20, 2009—Sleepypod, maker of the eponymous, multiple award-winning mobile pet bed, announces it will
introduce Sleepypod Air, its newest evolution in pet carriers, at the H.H. Backer 43rd Annual Christmas Trade Show & Educational
Conference in Chicago, Ill. on October 2-4.
“This is not just the newest evolution in Sleepypod’s line of pet carriers,” says Michael Leung, one of Sleepypod’s three co-owners and
product designers. Sleepypod Air is a revolutionary carrier that redefines in-cabin pet travel. Airline regulations regarding pets in the airline
cabin are not created equal. Each airline has its own rules, to include its own restrictions on the maximum pet carrier size.
“Sleepypod Air solves this size restriction dilemma. It has the ability to contract in size to fit in the space below a range of airline seats during
the restricted times of takeoff and landing,” explains Leung. “Once the captain announces you are free to recline your seat, simply slide
Sleepypod Air from under the seat and expand the carrier so your pet is allowed the largest space possible space while the plane is in the air.”
Sleepypod Air’s folding base allows it to be compressed from a length of 22 inches to 19 inches in length when one side is folded or 16 inches
in length when both sides are folded. Instructional diagrams on how to compress and expand Sleepypod Air can be found at:
http://sleepypod.com/air.
/>Safe Car Seat Function
Seatbelt straps on both sides allow you to secure Sleepypod Air in a car seat. Instructional diagrams on how to use Sleepypod Air as a safe car
seat for a pet can be found at: http://sleepypod.com/air.
/>Features
• Meets most major airline carry-on pet regulations
• Compresses in length from 22 inches in length to 19 inches or 16 inches in length
• Seatbelt straps on both sides allow you to secure Sleepypod Air in a car seat
• Top and ends open for easy access
• Trolley pocket to secure Sleepypod Air onto other luggage
• Large zipper pockets on both sides for essential travel items
• Removable and washable ultra plus bedding
• Easy-clean exterior
Specifications
• Available colors: Jet Black, Dark Chocolate, Orange Dream, Glacier Silver, Strawberry Red
• Maximum cat weight: up to 15 pounds (up to 7 kilograms)
• Maximum dog weight: up to 12.5 pounds (up to 6 kilograms)
• Carrier dimensions: [16 to 22] x 10.5 x 10.5 inches ([41-56] x 27 x 27 centimeters)
• Interior dimensions: [15 to 21] x 9.5 x 9.5 inches ([38-53] x 24 x 24 centimeters)
Price
The suggested retail price for Sleepypod Air is $149.99. Sleepypod’s online store, along with a list of stores carrying Sleepypod products can be
found at http://sleepypod.com/wheretobuy.

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Pet product review -Buddy Belt Dog Harness

If you've been reading my blog, you will know that walking my dog and his comfort is one of the most important things to me. I think every dog needs a proper collar, a good sturdy leash and I always recommend a harness. I recommend harnesses because the league needs the stress around the neck. Well today I was introduced to probably the nicest harness I've seen.  It's called Buddy Belt.

What I like most about this harness is its design. It is so easy to put on your dog. No more wondering which lay goes into which hole and which strap snaps were.  this harness looks beautiful, and is made of highest-quality.

I went online and found that the very best prices and best selection are on a site called Dog And Collar.  You must check out their site at www.dogandcollar.com.

Here is a short video on the collar:

Really, do go to th to to their site and order yours: http://www.dogandcollar.com/buddy-belt.html

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