What's in This Issue:

• News and Updates
• Get Your Cat Ready for Spring!
• Spring Deals
• Fun Stuff

News and Updates

• Preliminary Results of the Food Tests
  This is a result of Missy Bugsy Bits coming up allergic to grains and getting very sick. She's doing very well, and the others are also benefiting from the grain-free crunchies. Here are the preliminary results of testing. Foods continue to be tested as I find them.
• Careers with Pets
  This is an overview of working with pets and how much it costs to get started, how much you might be able to make and what's involved in getting going. The Petsitting business is not included because it has it's own area, but all the other possibilitie are here (I think).

  If you think of something I've missed, please let me know! I'll give you credit for the idea and do the research to fill in the blanks.

Getting Your Cat Ready for Spring

Well, we need to apply flea treatments for one. Fleas and mosquitoes breed freely as soon as the weather warms up, so now is the time to prepare your cat. You can avoid a nasty infestation with a little prevention now. Spot treatments, area treatments like "All-in-One" and get some Premise Spray to keep them out of the house. Once you get fleas, you will most likely be fighting them through the summer and into fall. That will detract from your enjoyment of the season, and your cats will be miserable. So, a little prevention is certainly helpful right now.

How about cleaning the litter box completely? Pour out the old "clumping" litter and clean the box. This is a good time to check the box for any soft plastic, scratches and staining. If any are present, you might want to replace the box.

As the weather warms up, your cats will shed a little more fur, getting rid of that thick undercoat. This can set up allergies for you and those around you. It can also cause hairballs for kitty. Get out your FURminator and give kitty a few strokes now. That will make cleaning up easier, too. If kitty has gotten any mats over the winter, now is the time to cut them off. Trim claws, while you are at it, so that while you are doing all this grooming, you don't end up slashed! ;)

Kitty's bed is probably full of hair and dirt by now. If you can wash it, then do so, but be sure to follow the manufacturer's directions for cleaning. If it can't be washed, maybe you can "save" it by putting in a pad. However, many places offer sales on beds this time of year, so why not take advantage of the sales and get a new bed for your feline friends?

Lastly, people often have allergies to cats. This is from a protein in cat's saliva. All that loose hair that's collected over the winter may be making the indoor air pretty hard on allergy sufferers. So, change out the filters and vacuum completely.

Hey, you know your grandmother did spring cleaning, and now you know why!

Spring Deals

from $18.96 for 2 treatments to $118.95 for a whole year.

FURminator DeShedding Tool (MEDIUM) 2.6" wide edge - $ 33.99 Retail Price: 49.95 You Save: $15.96

Improve the appearance of your pet and your environment with the FURminator shed-less treatment! The FURminator is a special anti-shedding treatment that dramatically reduces the mess and clean up of unwanted pet hair. The secret to the FURminator treatment is a patent-pending tool designed to stop the shedding where it begins in the undercoat of your pet. This revolutionary grooming device utilizes a unique blade that removes loose hair while leaving your pet with a shiny and healthy coat. Proven to decrease shedding by 60-80% and reduce shedding for about four to six weeks. Recommended by doctors for people who have allergies Recommended by Veterinarians. See Pet Photos and a Video for Cats while you visit their site. This device is reviewed in the October 2006 Consumer Reports Magazine, and they say it's better than anything else they tried. I agree! Get one to help with the shedding in your house!

Several Colors Available, 18" for $34.99, 26" for $49.99, 32" for $69.99

It's so easy to remove airborne dust, pollen, animal dander and other pollutants from room air! Just pull the paper backing off these two aerodynamic filters and stick them on top of opposing ceiling fan blades. As blades turn, these specially treated filters trap contaminants, germs and bacteria, to freshen the indoor air your breathe! Pair lasts four to six months (must be used together, for proper blade balance). 8" x 2-1/2" x 1" thick. You get three pairs, for three fans. 3 Pairs/$14

Place one of these air and dust filter pads inside your forced air register and its fresh, clean fragrance will float through your home every time the blower goes on! Each pad traps pollen and dust particles, and at the same time releases a pleasant scent. Three filters per set (change pads every month). Please specify apple cinnamon, lemon, pine berry, or potpourri. $7.99/set of 3.

$3.49 to $9.99, depending on size.

"Hides" kitty's litter pan in plain sight, but won't ruin your home's d cor. It's not real wicker, but it is a durable, easy-to-care-for resin "hideaway" that looks better in your home than those molded-plastic domes! Won't absorb odors or moisture. Drop-down front panel includes rails to slide your pan on. Sturdy steel wire frame; no-mar feet. When no longer needed, just fold it down for easy storage. Clean with soap and water. Large holds litter pans up to 17" x 22-1/2" for $138.99 Small holds litter pans up to 15" x 18-1/2" for $118.99

If you should want to try the flea products at Entirely Pets instead, use these coupons to save on your order.

Use the coupon code MARCHMAD5 and enjoy $5.00 off any purchase of $100 or more*

Use the coupon code MARCHMAD8 and enjoy $8.00 off any purchase of $150 or more*

Use the coupon code MARCHMAD10 and enjoy $10.00 off any purchase of $200 or more*

ALWAYS FREE Shipping on orders over $100.00!

Fun Stuff

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