The Latest In Pet Products
This year, Americans are expected to spend a jaw-dropping $36 billion on their pets. From hidden litter boxes to high-end spa products, the discriminating pet owner can find just about anything to pamper his or her pet.
So The Early Show resident veterinarian Dr. Debbye Turner, shows some of this year's newest pet products.
The Hidden Litter Box
Stashing the kitty litter box out of public view or high traffic areas can often be a challenge, especially for the urban apartment dweller. The Hidden Litter Box is a faux planter with foliage that can help transform an eyesore into more pleasing décor.
Models start at $90.
For more information, visit Goodpetstuff.com
Step N Dine
This is a self-serve food dish for felines. Your cat just steps on the pedal and the top lifts up. Your pet helps itself to fresh food. This product is designed to keep flies out of food and help prevent odors. What's more, the family dog, in most cases, can't work the Step N Dine, so he can't help himself to kitty's food.
Retails for $15.99
Available at Lixit.com
The Kat Brush
This arched-shaped brush is designed for cats to rub up against.
Retails for $14.99
Available by calling: 1-800-654-0521
Careful Clipper
Nail trimming is a necessary part of your dog's (or cat's) hygiene. The Careful Clipper helps you avoid cutting through the nerve bundle and blood supply in the nail, due to its specifically designed light source, which makes all but the darkest nails translucent.
Retails for $18.99
Available at Dogmaticproducts.com
FURminator
The FURminator is a patented tool designed to stop the shedding where it begins -- in the undercoat of your pet. This grooming device utilizes a unique blade that removes loose hair while leaving your pet with a shiny and healthy coat. According to the folks at FURminator, allergy sufferers may breathe easier after your pet has had the FURminator shed-less treatment. By reducing the amount of pet hair in your environment, you are reducing the amount of dander and airborne elements that cause allergic reactions in many people.
Retails for $34.95
Available at Furminator.com
PetStairz
This product enables your pets to navigate furniture, beds, vehicles and pleasure craft with ease. It's designed to help prevent back and neck injuries that can occur when pets jump to and from high places. It also helps to reduce stress on their bones. The Stairz come in many different sizes.
Retails for $99 - $149
Available at PetStairz.com
Skamper-Ramp
The Skamper-Ramp provides animals with a way out of pools and most other water entrapments. This simple white, box-corrugated, hi-tech plastic ramp attaches to the side of the pool, walled pond, dock, or even boat.
Retails for $39.99 - $59.99
Available at Skamper-Ramp.com
John Paul Pet Products.
John Paul Pet, LLC began 2 years ago with an idea to offer high-end salon grooming products for pets. Made by the same company that makes Paul Mitchell hair products, John Paul Pet claims to be the first line of natural and good-for-your-pet grooming products.
Products retail for $6.99 - $9.99
Available at JohnPaulPet.com
Nite-Dawg
This is a flexible dog collar with a very special feature. It has a bright red LED that flashes or glows. It's visible from up to 1,000 feet away and makes sure your pet is seen at night.
Retails for $23.95
Available at Niteize.com
For more information about the dog seen on The Early Show or about adopting a pet, please visit Bide-A-Wee's Web site.