Posts Tagged ‘gifts’

Fish in the Mail

by Jane Wangersky June 8th, 2011 | Fish
Just today, a friend told me how her dad once brought a tropical fish home from Hawaii for her brother -- in a plastic bag in his lap throughout a five-hour flight. That's one way to transport live fish over a long distance, I guess. After all, you can't just throw the fish in the water and expect it to find its own way.

A less demanding way is the U.S. Postal Service. That's right, you can mail live fish. If you order fish from a breeder outside your region, that's probably how they'll get to you. If you ever
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Christmas Gifts for Cat Lovers — And What Not to Give

by Jane Wangersky December 14th, 2010 | Cats
If you're thinking of giving a cat-centered Christmas present to a cat-centered friend, what are your best bets? And what's not such a good idea? I'll tackle these questions on behalf of all the other cat people.

Toys are probably the best gift. They're not expensive, so you can give more than one. Any toy will hold at least some interest for a cat, whether it's new and different or a replacement for a worn out favorite. And anything that holds back boredom is welcome to a cat owner.

Treats are usually risky, unless you know the cat's favorite kind.  Collars,
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Valentine’s Day Gifts for Pets

by Anna P. February 11th, 2010 | Cats, Dogs
This upcoming Valentine's Day, don't forget the fuzzy friends that love you back! Buy a gift or two for Fido and Fluffy. It doesn't have to be expensive, and it certainly can be something as simple as a toy or treat. You can give your cat a beautiful collar or perhaps purchase a cute Valentine's themed sweater for your dog. Have a little fun and use your imagination for a present that your four-legged friend will appreciate. Read on for more ideas and inspiration.

Gifts for a Cat

We all know that most felines are finicky by nature, but that is
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Gifts from the Pet Store — For Humans

by Jane Wangersky December 7th, 2009 | Cats, Dogs
Fans of The Simpsons may remember the Christmas special where Homer, who hasn’t gotten the bonus he was counting on, picks out extra cheap gifts for his family, including a chew toy for baby Maggie. “Says it’s for dogs, but she can’t read!”

Now, I’m not suggesting you take Homer Simpson as your role model, but if you’re stressed out from holiday shopping, step into a pet supply store for a few minutes. It’ll probably be nice and quiet, you can pick up some treats for your pet, and you may just find gifts for some of the animal-loving humans on
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