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America's Coolest by Pets+

To say that we are honored and thrilled to be named America's Coolest by our favorite industry trade magazine, Pets+, would be an understatement! I...

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Fromm ~ Rich in History

I must be getting old…in fact, I’m sure of it. I hated my history class in grade school and loathed it in high school, but for some reason, I’m fin...

Road Trip Essentials

Where can you find a road trip companion that won’t change the station during your favorite song, beg you to stop at every rest stop, and ask, “are...

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How to Help the Grey Beards

I have a dog. (Henry).  I have a big dog (180 pounds – an English mastiff). I have a big old dog with hip & back issues (he will be 8 this year...

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Easy ways to "Green" your cleaning routine

Spring is in the air, and you know what that means…spring cleaning! Before you reach for those bottles and cans of smelly, chemical-laced cleaning ...

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Dog Park Etiquette

The temperatures are rising and our furry friends are itching for a long romp in the park. Before you open that double gate and let your pooch run ...

Fleas & Ticks...Eww!

It’s finally becoming summer in Chicagoland. We’ve waited all winter for some sun and fun outside with our pets. Unfortunately, with the nice weath...

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Keeping Kitty Healthy

There’s not a day that goes by that we don’t have someone visit our stores and ask how to help their dog through diet & supplementation. We ins...

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Better (And Healthier) Than A Raw Hide!

This has to be my favorite all time doggie treat...pacifier...babysitter.  And the best part is that it's super easy to make!  Actually, the best p...