Archive for January, 2010
Upcoming Animal Expos
There are a few unique all-animal and exotic animal expos coming up in different areas of the country next month. One of the shows is even pet-friendly!
Scott Smith’s All Animal Expo LLC
February 6, 21
DuPage County Fairgrounds
Wheaton, Illinois
These multi-species expos will be open to the public from 10:00 AM-3:00 PM. Admission is $5, but free for [...]
Dog Friendly Vacationing in the Outer Banks, North Carolina
The Outer Banks region of North Carolina is one of the best places to check out the Atlantic Ocean on the East Coast of the USA. It is a very vacation-oriented place, where people go to surf, fish, tan, swim and camp. Dogs are allowed on several of the beautiful beaches in this area, as [...]
Upcoming Bird Events in the South
There are fun bird events, seminars and expos all over the South in the next few weeks!
Exotic Bird Society of America’s Exotic Bird Expo
Central Florida Fairgrounds
Orlando, Florida
January 17
The Exotic Bird Society of America is throwing an expo, seminar and bird trick show at the Central Florida Fairgrounds, from 9:00 AM-4:00 PM. Admission is $5 for [...]
Pet Stores in Saint Louis, Missouri
St Louis, Missouri, has a few very special pet stores. Some of the pet stores have very healthy food for cats and dogs, and offer self-service washing, which is great if you are up to outdoor activities in this area. There are also specialty stores for fish and birds.
Wolfgang’s Pet Shop
This pet store offers a [...]
Dog Parks Around Miami, Florida
Miami, Florida, is one of the most visited locations in all of the United States, and its greater area has many dog-friendly facilities. To use these off-leash dog parks, all dogs must be sociable, be licensed and be up to date with all vaccinations.
Tropical Park
This greater park in Miami has recently opened an off-leash dog [...]
Pet Stores in El Paso, Texas
El Paso, Texas, offers a few nice pet stores if you happen to be around.
The city has a couple great local stores for fish and fish tanks, as well as some other grooming services for furry animals. The pet stores are more on the practical side in El Paso, as there are not as many [...]
Advice for Traveling with Your Fish
Traveling or moving with your fish can be a bit complicated, but can go well if you do everything correctly.
The first thing you should do is remove your fish from an aquarium if it exceeds five gallons. You should then place your fish in a break-proof container. You can take smaller aquariums with you while [...]
Dog Parks in Sarasota, Florida
The Sarasota area in Florida has a number of lovely parks and dog parks, including a beach. Be aware that this area only allows pets at certain parks. They are prohibited at any that are not listed here. No aggressive dogs are allowed in any of the parks.
Lakeview Park
This off-leash dog park is also called [...]
Upcoming Dog Classes Around Portland, Oregon
There are plenty of useful classes going on around Portland in the next few weeks. They range from massage, to puppy training to weight control. These classes provide many excellent educational opportunities for those who will be around the Rose City and want to get out of the rain!
Disaster Animal Response Team Training
Oregon Humane Society
Portland, [...]
Pet Stores in Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield, California has a bunch of great pet stores for cats, dogs, fish and birds. There are some specialty stores that only cater to birds or to fish, as well as some luxurious dog and cat boutiques and groomers.
Biscuit Boutique and Doggy Spa
This fancy little store has facilities for those who look to spoil their [...]
