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Joined on Tue, May 27 2008
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gemtee
I used to take my dog to the groomers every few months - she's a long haired border collie. But, groomers are very expensive, so instead I purchased a special dog brush, similar to what the groomers use. It wasn't very expensive and now i groom my dog everyday and don't have to take her to the groomers!
Plus, she loves being groomed by me,
Joined on Mon, Sep 22 2008
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Timmytheous
We have an 11 month old rescue staffy x and 5 cats that all eat dry food. We found buying small bags of cat food and 15kg bags of Bakers complete from the supermarket was getting very expensive. At our local training class we met a supplier of CSJ dog foods which were developed by vets and pet nutritionists. We were given samples of both dog and cat food and now all our pets eat CSJ food and have never looked better or been healthier. We buy a 15kg bag of dog food for just over £10 and a 15 kg bag of cat food for £17 and these last for nearly 2 months. We more than halved our food bill and we have saved so much that we are getting another rescue puppy on saturday.
Check out their website and read the reviews, great food resonable prices and though they don't offer a selection in cat food thay have a whole range of dog food and treats.
www.csjk9.com
Joined on Tue, Jan 6 2009
DeepdalePets
Thanks Timmytheous for your advice. I am a dog groomer and try to give as much info to my customers as possible. Every little helps. To gemtee I do understand were you are coming from with your breed of dog. I recommend brushes that you have purchased and see these breeds maybe only 3-4 times a year, other breeds require a bit more. I have found over the last 13 years that my approach actually keeps me customers overall as my customers are happier that they are saving money. Rowena
Joined on Sun, Feb 8 2009
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dogsrule
I found fresh food of human quality to be cheaper than tins of dog food years ago - and I use Burns as a mixer - obviously I have noticed prices going up a little, but its not affected us realy so far with regard to the animals. Lets face it, we are all willing to tighten our belts a little for our pets.
Joined on Thu, Jul 24 2008
Sophieb
I have been making my own treats for a while now, most recipes make over 100 treats and the ingredients only cost around £3. Also you have the added advantage of knowing your not giving your dog / cat any nasty additives or preservatives.
Joined on Tue, Feb 19 2008
Sophie - have you passed your recipies on to Beaner?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xe1a1wHxTyo
Who is Beaner? I am always happy to share recipes - have even suggested a recipe forum for pet treats
Post 17 under suggestions - but she has asked before. Beaner is an enthusiastic young animal lover who keeps dogs and rabbits, and farm animals, and is keen to improve the lot of all animals. Beaner also has groups that she would most likely be very appreciative of you joining - especialy if you have ideas.
...and I'm happy to announce the new Recipe forum is now live! Please go forth and fill it with tales of tasty treats...
CityKitty
I have found going to my local market has saved me a small fortune!
I get a big bag of dry catfood for Mabel our feral ( 5kilos) for £3, 30litres of cat litter for £6 and they even have Active Fit high quality cat food at 50p for 4 pouches. I also get the dogs treats at £1 for a big bag of broken bonios or schmackos strips. So checking out at the local markets is good! you can also get great deals on people food, more for your money and fresher than the supermarkets, often produce is local too soyou are helping your own community :)
Joined on Sun, Jun 1 2008
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