Dremel 7300-PT Dog & Cat Nail Grinder Kit
"I use Dremel one to two times a week, and it rounds the nails nicely as well as get them as short as possible without hitting the quick. The sanding drums are also super cheap when they need to be replaced too. Being cordless is a huge plus, and it is not bulky or awkward to work with either."
Kong Dog ZoomGroom Multi-Use Brush
"This brush is great to use in the bath to massage in shampoo as well as get any loose coat out. Plus, it feels like a massage for the dog — Dexter loves it! I will also use it outside of the bath sometimes, and it's good at removing loose dry hair as well."
Pro-Line Self Rinse Plus Shampoo
"I use this in-between baths or to refresh between dog shows during a show weekend. It's almost like a dry shampoo because it is used on a dry coat, but it's a spray you brush out. I find it good for deodorizing or spot cleaning if you don’t want to bathe the whole dog."
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Chuckit! Sports Ball Launcher
"This is the only toy that Dexter LOVES. I am a terrible thrower, so this helps a lot to get a long throw for him to run after. Every time he sees it, he starts jumping around because he is so excited."
Trixie Mad Scientist Turn Around Dog Toy
"I like this puzzle game a lot because it is easy for Dexter to understand how to make work, but it takes a while for him to get all treats or food out of it. So he plays with it much longer than others. I also like to sometimes feed him dinner using it, so he has a little more mental stimulation before bed. "
Redbarn Bully Stick 30" Dog Treat
"Is the size a little excessive? Yes. But, this is generally a better deal whenever I buy them and I can cut them down to about four smaller bully sticks. It has great lasting chew and keeps Dexter entertained when I am busy."
Dogzymes Complete
"I like that it is a 3-in-1 with supplements so it makes adding it to his food super easy. The biggest difference I could see with this supplement was the added shine to Dexter’s coat. Dexter can also get dry and flaky skin in the winter, and this has helped a lot with his skin as well. It has a parmesan cheese flavoring too which can be good for picky eaters…aka Dexter."
Fi Series 2 GPS Tracker Smart Dog Collar
"I particularly like using this GPS tracker for road trips and dog shows. Just in case something was to happen and he got loose or there was an emergency, I like that it has a tracker and I can find him from the app on my phone. There is a subscription for it, but I think if you travel a lot or your dog is an escape artist, it is a decent investment."
4knine Dog Car Seat Hammock
"My car is not large enough to put a crate in the back for Dexter, but he is also a great traveler and sleeps in the back the whole time. I really like the hammock over a regular cover because Dexter won't roll off the seat when he stretches out. "


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