All Things Pet in Southern California

Featured Pet of the Week! (May 3rd – May 9th)

scooblepr — Wed, 05 May 2010 00:29:24 +0000

Meet Shultz, our Adoption of the Week!

Schultz is a gorgeous 2 yr old, male, German Shepherd who was found running the streets by a police officer.

He’s very friendly and knows some basic commands. He loves people and kids, but prefers to be the only dog in the house.

He would make a great jogging companion. If you live an active lifestyle, Schultz is the dog for you!

To contact German Shepherd Rescue of Orange County today, go to Scooble for info.

Featured Pet of the Week: (May 3- May 10)

scooblepr — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 19:26:31 +0000

Meet Sandy, our Adoption of the Week!

“Sandy” is a three year old, neutered, male, cream, Tibetan Terrier mix.

He’s a sweetheart. He does great with adults, kids and other dogs, too! He’s one of our volunteer and staff favorites. He loves to go for walks, but also enjoys sitting by your side.

Come over and meet “Sandy” at OC Animal Care In Orange, CA today! Go to Scooble for more info.

Featured Pet of the Week (Apr 19- Apr 25)

scooblepr — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 18:46:38 +0000

Meet Sparkle, Our Featured Adoption of the Week!

Sparkle is a 3 yr old, spayed, female, Dachshund blend. She’s 10 pounds and does great with people over 14 yrs of age.

Sparkle is very social with other dogs and would be a great addition to a family. Contact Helen Woodward in Rancho Santa Fe, CA today and ask to meet her!

All pets adopted from Helen Woodward Animal Center have been spayed / neutered, have up-to-date vaccinations and microchip identification.

For more information go to Scooble.

Independent Pet Business Spotlight: Collar & Leash, Garden Grove CA

scooblepr — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 22:28:31 +0000

Looking for out of the ordinary pet products? Collar & Leash Pet Shop in Garden Grove has an extensive selection of premium, all natural, holistic, preventive and unique products for dogs, cats, horses, small animals and fish.

Collar and Leash has been owned and operated by the Holman family since 1972. Together with their exceptionally trained associates, the owners made certain that customers that shop at Collar and Leash locate the products they need and the answers they seek regarding their pets.

Shelly Holman told me that “we cater to our customers and will try to find a solution for every customer need”. She added that they will special order any product for customers if they do not have it on their shelves. She believes in offering the best quality products without harming animals.

Examples of their exceptional product selection include natural, USA grade products, a chemical free shampoo line, natural horse fly products, supplements such as Reishi with green tea, known to help with existing and preventing cancers, Azmira, a holistic remedy to support healthy immune systems, and an all natural Vitamin B supplement from Amber Technology that repels fleas naturally.

They sell top selling foods as well. Their selection includes Natura, Natural Balance, Well-Pet, Orijen, Diamond and Taste of the Wild to name just a few. Customers can also select from grain-free foods, raw diets, and special diets for puppies as well as arthritic, senior dogs. Shelly believes in providing answers and education to all. She supports this by scheduling manufacturer’s representatives to demonstrate their product line at her store and by providing free samples of premium dog or cat food for interested customers searching for optimum nutrition for their pets.

Private label products are another unique feature at Collar & Leash and include such items as bird seed, shampoos, and small animal products. In addition to the expansive selection of food, customers can select from a vast selection of treats, toys, collars and leashes, bedding, carriers, supplements, a flower essence selection, holistic remedies and much more.

Services at Collar & Leash include full service grooming, hand blow drying for dogs, anesthetic-free teeth cleaning and a low-cost shot clinic offered one Saturday per month. They sell locally bred puppies occasionally as well.

Shelly believes in supporting her community by attending the local Orange County pet event in Costa Mesa yearly. She also likes to thank her customers at her own store by offering customer appreciation events and seasonal sales. For all pet owners searching for distinctive products, answers to your pet questions and exceptional customer service, visit Collar and Leash in Garden Grove.

Go to Scooble for contact info and to support your local independent pet business!

Fido & Friends Walk, Redondo Beach CA

scooblepr — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 16:33:20 +0000

Make your dog paws-itively happy and join Scooble on Saturday, April 17th at the Fido & Friends Walk to support cancer patients.

Location: Veterans Park, Redondo Beach CA. On the corner of Catalina Ave & Torrance Blvd.

Time: 10am – 12pm

Festivities will include a K-9 demonstration, Dog Rescue Adoption, Kathy’s Critters Petting Zoo, Vendor Booths and more!

Stop by our booth and mention how you heard about it and we’ll give you a free goodie bag!

Go to Scooble for more information on this event and others in Southern California.

Featured Pet of the Week: (Mar 29 – Apr 4)

scooblepr — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 17:50:51 +0000

Meet Tasha, our Adoption of the Week!

Hi, my name is Tasha. I’m a very sweet girl looking to join a loving, forever home. I’m a 4 year old, female, tri-color, pit mix. I enjoy walks and lots of love and attention. I am polite and very responsive to my human friends. My playful energy appreciates having a yard to play in and physical activity with my family.

I do well in a variety of homes, who appreciate a constant wagging tail! My adoption fee is $100 and includes my spay, current vaccinations, permanent microchip identification, de-worming, flea treatment and certificate for a free veterinary exam! If we seem like a good match, contact the San Diego Humane Society to meet me in the play yard.

Go to Scooble to get more info!

Independent Pet Business Spotlight: Animal Crackers, Los Angeles

scooblepr — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 23:31:23 +0000

For over 15 years, Animal Crackers in Los Angeles continually strives to bring their customers the highest quality, premium foods and supplies for dogs, cats and small animals. If they don’t have what the customer needs on their shelf they will special order it for them. Owned and operated by Hollis Levy, who believes that it is ‘all about the customer” and because of her numerous years of pet ownership “she has tried everything she sells”.

In addition to top selling premium brands such as Canidae®, Wellness, Orijin, and Taste of the Wild, customers can also select raw diets, grain-free foods, dehydrated foods, Flint River Ranch baked kibble and locally made foods and treats. Amongst the aisles and aisles of pet treats, customers will find Hollis’ private label “Jackie” treats, animal crackers and shampoos featuring a photo of her beloved Bouvier des Flandres, Jackie. When Jackie passed away, Hollis opened her heart to a new, fawn-colored Bouvier des Flandres named Dollie. Dollie works alongside Hollis greeting customers at the store and according to Hollis, Dollie will be launching her own line of products soon.

Beyond the extensive food and treat lines offered, Animal Crackers stocks supplements, remedies, bedding, crates, pet carriers as well as custom bowls and ramps and much more. Animal Crackers also offers a low cost shot clinic and a vet assisted, anesthetic –free, teeth cleaning clinic on the second Sunday of every month. Hollis believes that by providing excellent and personalized customer service, exceptional products and services such as home delivery, Animal Crackers is the right choice for all your pet needs.

Go to Scooble to get contact info for Animal Crackers and Dollie!

Featured Pet of the Week ( Mar 22 – Mar 28)

scooblepr — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 17:35:21 +0000

Meet Daisy Duke, our Adopt Me Pet of the Week!

Daisy Duke is an 8 month old blue/brindle puppy with the biggest ears you have ever seen. She is such a love bug but is still a big puppy at heart so she is working on her manners. She gets along great with all dogs. Loves to play and would be good with children. We don’t know about cats just yet.

Barks of Love rescued her on her last day at an LA shelter. She is spayed, micro-chipped, and up to date on all her shots.

Go to Scooble to help find Daisy Duke a home!

Featured Pet of the Week (Mar 15 – Mar 21)

scooblepr — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 20:16:41 +0000

Meet Evan our Adopt Me, Pet of the Week!

Evan is a male, Terrier / Poodle mix. He’s 7 years old and was just surrendered by his owner.

He does good with older kids, but is used to an adult home where he’s the only dog. He is very loving and will be a great best friend to those in his new home.

Go to Scooble to find out more about Evan and get contact info for Pet Orphans of Southern California.

Independent Business Spotlight: Red Barn Feed & Saddlery, Los Angeles CA

scooblepr — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 20:57:49 +0000

Shopping at Red Barn Feed & Saddlery is an experience to remember. Owner Phil Carter has 3 stores, Red Barn Feed & Supply, Red Barn Too and Red Barn Also located throughout the valley for shopping convenience. Each store provides not only excellent pricing but also friendly, knowledgeable sales people, some that have been working at the store for over 25 years. It’s the attention to the customer and their pets that makes shopping at these stores so enjoyable but the experience doesn’t end there.

Each Red Barn store showcases a piece of history. The original store in Tarzana displays military memorabilia on the walls including original news articles and photos of epic moments throughout history. Carter is a retired teacher at Cal State L.A., former Marine captain, a long-time social worker with a Masters Degree from UCLA and currently a successful small business owner. He feels that the advantage of running a small business is that decisions can be made on the spot which ensures his ability to always offer the lowest prices.

Customers will find an extensive variety of livestock feeds, pet supplies and pet foods including top selling premium brands such as Canidae, Natural Balance, and Wellness. In addition customers can select from raw diets, grain free pet foods and healthy, all natural pet treats. The sales people can make recommendations to customers based on their wealth of product knowledge and years of experience.

Red Barn Feed & Saddlery in Tarzana offers shot clinics every Tuesday and Saturday. They also offer special customer appreciation events, store coupons on their website and also in their yearly calendars they provide for their customers. Carter and his staff will also special order anything a customer needs if it isn’t on their shelves and they provide home delivery service too.

For a unique and memorable shopping experience for all your animal needs, stop by any of the Red Barn locations. Both your wallet and your pets will glad that you did.

Go to Scooble to get contact info, directions and coupons to redeem at these stores.