Simi Valley Town Center permits dogs

Here's a great article about the Simi Valley Town Center mall, which started allowing pets this year. Some of the folks visit the mall with their pooches in dog strollers. You can check out the article here: http://www.venturacountystar.com/vcs/business/article/0,1375,VCS_128_5233134,00.html

And for more dog stroller info online, check out JustPetStrollers.com.

Abby loves her new pet stroller

We ran across this blog post about an AT3 Pet Stroller received as a Christmas gift. Linda O' Neill says that "Abby can't walk much besides around the yard any more... this will provide her with new legs."

Linda added, "Here's a picture of Abby and James heading out on the maiden voyage last Saturday. Abby loved it. She sniffed, she looked, she just enjoyed being out in the world again. Warmed my heart."

You can read Linda's entire post on her blog over at http://abbycreek-art.blogspot.com/2006/12/new-dog-stoller.html.

Tori Spelling Using a Pet Stroller

People Magazine featured a photo of Tori Spelling with her Walk 'n Roll Pet stroller, and it got posted all over the Internet! JustPetStrollers.com supplied the pet stroller to Tori and her husband, Dean McDermott.

PerezHilton, a celeb blog, spoke with Tori and found out poor Mimi La Rue is having hip problems, so the dog stroller is coming in very handy for both human and pooch! It's too had some posters on other blogs have criticized Tori for rolling her dog--they obviously don't know Mimi is suffering from an ailment, and the pet stroller allows Tori to spend more quality time with her pooch!

Tori and Dean also purchased another larger pet stroller. I wonder if we'll see them strolling Mimi in a different dog stroller model soon?

Why a pet stroller?

ver the years, we've collected much feedback from customers as to how they'll use their pet stroller or why they purchased one for their cats or dogs. Here is that running list, and if you know of other ideas or suggestions to add, please respond and let us know!

• Malls (new): You should check first, but some customers are finding that malls will permit dogs and cats if they're in pet stroller rather than on a leash. This isn't common just yet, but who knows--maybe someday all malls will let pet lovers stroll with their four-legged friends!
• Service Dogs (new): We've heard from several customers who take their dogs to hospitals and senior homes. Strollers keep their pets contained, but they also elevate the dog so that people in beds and wheelchairs can pet them!
• Balconies (new): Some customers with balconies want to let their pets outside but are afraid they may decide to leap. With a pet stroller, these people can get their pets safely from inside to outside so that pets can enjoy the view with their human companions.
• Alternative to pet carriers: Rather than using a heavy carrier, some customers find it much easier to use a pet stroller. Why carry your dog or cat when you can roll them more easily?
• Older pets: We had one customer thanked us profusely for her "brand new dog." Seems her older pooch was getting exhausted on his walk to the dog park, so once he got there the dog was too pooped to play. Now, the dog is rolled to the dog park and "explodes" from the pet stroller ready to play!
• Longer walks: Customers of smaller pooches tell us that their dogs tire out on longer walks. Rather than cut short exercise, folks can walk their dogs until they poop out, then continue long walks with the dogs resting in the stroller!
• Multiple dogs: One customer has three Yorkies and found life was much easier when they were in the stroller so they couldn't run in three different directions! She says, "They love it! "
• Trips to the vet: One customer said her stroller keeps her pet safer and healthier at the vet's office. "I don't have to worry about them being on the floor with germs from other sick animals. After all, that's why most animals are at the vets."
• Traveling: One customer who took a lot of driving trips especially liked the Kittywalk models, which include a detachable carrier and collapsible frame. This allowed her to keep her pet secure while in the car and easily roll the pet into pet-friendly hotels.
• Cats: Cats can be tough to walk on leashes--if you don't get them into harnesses at a young age, some cats will never adjust to a harness. A cat stroller is a great way for cats to get some fresh air.
• Ice & salt in winter: Northerners reports that their dogs paws take a beating on the ice and salt of roads and sidewalks. Instead, they use a pet stroller to get their dogs to parks where they can play in the snow safely. (Pick a pet stroller with larger wheels for wintertime rolling!)
• Festivals: One couple liked to walk their dog to local festivals, but between the crowds, noise, and other aggressive animals, they found it stressful rather than relaxing. With the pet stroller, they keep their small dog safe and the pooch still enjoys getting some fresh air.
• Jogging: One athletic customer reported using the pet stroller while jogging. Check out the Jeep Rubicon Pet stroller--made specifically for jogging with your cat or dog!
• Boating: A boater said she loved using the stroller to get her dog onto the boat safely since her pet didn't enjoy walking on the docks.
• Injured dogs and cats: Animals with certain types of injuries cannot be walked for long distances but still want to get outdoors.
• Safety in urban aras: We have customers in large cities who use a stroller to get their dogs to parks--the stroller keeps them safe on congested urban streets.
• Aggressive dogs: Another customer had a dog that could get aggressive, so walking him in the dog stroller helped to keep him calm (and other dogs safe.)
• More quality time: One customer shared that the stroller simply gave her more quality time with her pet. Using the stroller, she could take her dog more places than she could've otherwise, so she and her pet were enjoying more time together.
• Pets at work: One customer takes her cat to work. The stroller makes it easy to do, provides the pet a safe and quiet place to retreat, and keeps her pet in her cubicle rather than roaming around.
• Older humans: Pet strollers are great for older pets who aren't as mobile as they used to be, but one customer reports the stroller is great for her 83-years-old mother: She can walk the pet and has something on which to lean as she gets around.
• Weather emergencies: One customer said their pet stroller came in very handy during a weather warning. With sirens sounding, she got her pet into the stroller. Luckily, she didn't need to move to shelter, but with her pet in the stroller and items (snacks, radio, etc.) in the pockets, she was ready if she needed to take cover.
  

Anchorage Daily News suggests JustPetStrollers.com

The Anchorage Daily News offers "A gift list to make your pets sit up and beg." Their list is looooong and filled with many, many good gift ideas. Among them are pet strollers:

Doggy strollers: Humans get to sit on their butts and ride -- why shouldn't
dogs? ($70 and up, www.justpetstrollers.com)

If you're looking for good gift ideas for the pet lover on your Xmas list, a great place to start is at: http://www.adn.com/life/story/8484596p-8378307c.html!

Dakota Fanning gets a pet stroller on "The View"

The gals on ABC's "The View" gave Dakota Fanning a gift this week: A Pet Gear Happy Trails Plus Pink Pet Stroller! You can see the video below.

You may want to note she doesn't receive the gift from Joy Behar, Elisabeth Hasselbeck, Rosie O'Donnell, and Barbara Walters until the end--about 6 minutes into the interview. Still, it's worth seeing because Dakota Fanning is cute as a button, is talented and amazingly poised, and is a pet lover. Plus, her new movie, Charlotte's Web, is coming out soon!

Dakota Fanning wants a pet stroller for Christmas

Young movie star Dakota Fanning visited Live with Regis and Kelly, spoke of her new schnoodle puppy, and said she wants a pet stroller for Christmas! Her dog is 9 pounds, and she says that carrying him around gets tough. See the video below.

Pet Stroller in Boston Herald

The Boston Herald included a pet stroller from Just Pet Strollers in their list of gifts for the "pet centrist" (which they define as someone who refers to their pet as "baby" and considers Take Your Pet to Work Day the ultimate holiday. ) (Sounds like just a typical pet companion, to me!)

The pet stroller featured by the Herald was the Jeep Rubicon Jogging Pet Stroller. You can read the article entitled "Pamper your pup, cater to kitty" or click here to see more information and pictures about the Jeep Rubicon Pet Stroller.

We, of course, think a pet stroller makes a fine holiday gift for the pet lover (or pet centrist) in your life, but be sure to check out the tips for pet stroller holiday gifting on on JustPetStrollers.com

Tips for gifting a pet stroller this holiday

Thinking of putting a pet stroller under the Christmas tree this season? If so, be sure to visit our site at JustPetStrollers.com to check out a couple of tips.

For instance, some retailers won't take a pet stroller return if its been used or even taken out of the box; we recommend you leave the pet stroller in the box until your recipient decides if it is right for she and her pet (or he and his pet).

In addition, since pet strollers are such large items, online retailers will ship them in their original boxes, which display pictures and text about the pet stroller. So, if you want a pet stroller to be a surprise, be sure to have the item shipped to an address where the gift recipient won't see the box (at least until you're ready to present the gift.)

Check out the site for more information on pet strollers, pet stroller gifting, and how to select the right pet stroller for the cat or dog lover in your life!

JustPetStrollers.com part of Charity Auction

Just Pet Strollers was among the sponsors of a charity auction at CharityFolks.com. The auction benefited the Joyful Heart Foundation, an organization that helps to heal the survivors of sexual assault. The charity was founded by lovely and talented Mariska Hargitay.

The Dog Bag that was auctioned was the same one made available to stars at this year's Emmy's. The charity ended a couple of weeks ago with a bid of $800. We hope the winner enjoys their Dog Bag and stroller, and we're happy to have been able to help the Joyful Heart Foundation!

Pet Stroller allows man to shop with pet, from MyrtleBeachOnline.com

Here's an interesting article for you from MyrtleBeachOnline.com: An Asheboro, NC man has made many friends by spending his leisure time in a local mall along with his chihuahua. He strollers through the mall with his dog, Daisy, in a pet stroller!

You can read the entire article, but here are some highlights:

Shoppers and mall walkers who have never seen the pair often do a double-take when they notice the pooch perched on the bench next to John or standing on her hind legs to peer out of her doggie stroller parked at John's side. They leave smiling.

The day after Holyfield bought her, he took Daisy with him to the mall... The first thing he did was ask permission from the mall manager. Holyfield said he was told it was OK to bring his dog as long as she was not allowed to run loose.

A small airbrushed license plate that says "Daisy's Ride" made at a mall store is attached to the front of the stroller.

Read more about John Holyfield and Daisy on MyrtleBeachOnline.com.

Skunks in a pet stroller

Skunks are amnog the hippest exotic pets around, these days. Only about 5,000 people keep skunks as pets these days, and the number is growing.

But how do you get skunks around, you may ask? With a pet stroller, of course. That's what Sharon Hradisky of Jamesburg, NJ does, according to an article in the Home News Tribune. Hradisky takes her four skunks for walks in their pet stroller.

Okay, so let's answer the obvious questions: Yes, skunks can be de-scented. Yes, there are breeders. No, skunks as pets are not legal in every state. Skunks are a bit more expensive to keep than more typical pets. And they live eight to 14 years.

And, apparently, they love pet strollers! You can see the entire line of quality pet strollers available at JustPetStrollers.com. And to read more about skunks as pets, check out the Home news Tribune article.

Pet Stroller makes a splash at outdoor event

Here's a message from a friend who used her pet stroller to take several dogs to an event:

JustPetStrollers.com goes to Hollywood

When Hollywood is looking for pet strollers, they call on JustPetStrollers.com.

The e-commerce site for pet lovers participated in the Dog Gift Bag for Emmy Presenters in the EXTRA Awards Lounge. A Happy Trails Pet Stroller was among the gifts available to celebrities. Several stars have requested their own pet stroller for their cats and dogs.

If you want to feel like a Hollywood celeb and have deep pockets, you can bid on the same Dog Bag that the stars perused, and it's all for charity. You too could own a pet stroller along with many, many other upscale gifts for pets, just visit Charity Folks to place your bid! (The current bid is $9500, and there is still time to bid!)

In addition, Just Pet Strollers had two strollers included in the September/October edition of "Cooking with Paula Deen" magazine. The article "Pet Parade" featured two big photos of a Kittywalk Pet Stroller and the Happy Trails Plus.

And, while we can't give you details, watch your favorite sitcom in September and you may see a Kittywalk Pink SUV Pet stroller featured! A show staffer called and ordered one to appear in the show, so we'll be watching (but we have to keep the show secret for now.)

Prices lowered on some Pet Stroller models

If you are in the market for a pet stroller, now might be a good time to make a purchase. JustPetStrollers.com just lowered prices on some models. You'll find lower prices on the Jeep Rubicon, Jeep Wrangler, Happy Trails PLUS Pink Pet Stroller, and the Pet Valet Travel Pet Stroller.

Let us know if we can answer your questions to help you before you purchase. We're the pet stroller experts and are happy to help you make the right decision for you and your pet!

New Pet Stroller perfect for travel

The pet stroller trend is continuing with yet another new entrant into the market. This one is a great option that fills a niche for people who do a lot of traveling with pets.

Let's face it--travel is stressful, even more for your pet than for you! The new Pet Valet Travel Pet Stroller can help make travel a little easier for you and your four-legged friend (provided they are 15 to 20 pounds or less.)

Rather than struggling with luggage and carryons while bouncing your pet around as you dash through the airport, why not roll him or her? This pet stroller can get you and your pet to the gate and on to the plane. The carrier portion can be removed from the frame and then fits under an airplane seat, while the frame can fold and fits in compartments above the seats.

The Pet Valet pet stroller is more than just a rolling pet travel carrier, though; it also works in cars, providing a slot where a seatbelt can be inserted in order to secure the carrier to your auto's seat. In addition, the carrier can easily be converted into a pet carrier by attaching a couple should straps. The flexibility of the Pet Valet really sets it apart.

But be forewarned--this is a pet stroller and carrier for small pets only! We've seen one web site claiming you can use this for a 25-pound cat or dog, and that's just rubbish. We feel 20 pounds is the absolute maximum. As always, be sure to check the compartment dimensions since the size is as important as the weight limit--the Pet Valet offers a space of 16"L x 10"W x 10"D for your pet.

Visit JustPetStrollers.com to learn more about the Pet Valet Travelling Pet Stroller, and let us know if you have any questions.

New Jeep Pet Stroller: Jeep Rubicon now available

The first true jogging pet stroller has been brought to the market by Jeep, and even if you don't jog, it may be an appealing alternative for you dog and cat companions.

The Jeep Rubicon is a huge pet stroller that accommodates up to 70 pounds. It is vaguely similar to the AT3 pet stroller, but it provides a few additional features for safety and handling. For example, the Jeep Rubicon pet stroller has enormous 12" wheels with air-filled tires. It's the first pet stroller on the market to feature air tires, which provide a safe and smooth ride for pets, even at higher speeds. The Rubicon even include a compact air pump, just in case you need to give the tires a little air.

Unlike other pet strollers, the Jeep Rubicon pet stroller includes not one but two brakes--a hand brake for use while on the move and a parking brake to keep stroller steady while stopped. The hand brake is great for joggers, providing safer and quicker stopping ability.

Other features include:

• Water-repellent 600 Denier nylon fabric with steel frame.
• Ergonomic Foam Handle
• Quick-fold mechanism allows for easy folding in just seconds! (Folds to 19" tall.)
• Breathable bug-proof mesh provides maximum ventilation and visibility.
• Large storage basket for toys, treats, water bottle, and more
• Convenient "parent tray" holds keys, cell phones, and beverages.
• Removable, interior waterproof tray for easy cleaning.
• Safety reflectors keep pet (and you) safe at night.
• Rear shock absorbers
• Large enclosed compartment for pets: 28”L x 14”W x 24”H

You can learn more about this new Jeep pet stroller on JustPetStrollers.com.

Pomeranian gets moving in his own pet stroller

An article in the Noblesville Ledger puts the spotlight on one Pomeranian and his pet stroller.

Sherry Klein used to push her 8-year-old Pomeranian in a baby stroller but she now uses a pet stroller, which she wheels just about everywhere they go.

"You don't go anywhere without getting attention. It's great fun," said one of Klein's friends.

"I thought it was a great idea," said Klein, "Because his little legs get tired when he walks... To our one step, it takes about 20 steps for him."

You can read more on the Noblesville Ledger at http://www.thenoblesvilleledger.com/articles/3/070549-8963-111.html.

Choosing the right pet stroller - The Pet Stroller Buying Guide

JustPetStrollers.com has launched a pet stroller buying guide on their site. You'll find news about this on sites such as Yahoo and Google--click here to learn about pet stroller buying guide on Yahoo news.

Or, you could visit the buying guide directly: http://JustPetStrollers.com/buying-guide. You'll find great tips about how to choose the pet stroller that best suits you and your pet. We hope you'll find it helpful! If you have any questions, just ask!

New Pet Stroller: Pet Gear Ultra Light

For the second time in a week, JustPetStrollers.com has launched a new pet stroller into the market. A week ago, the site became the first US Web site to offer the new Petego Sport Wagon Bike Trailer and Stroller. And today, JustPetStrollers.com was the first retailer to offer the Pet Gear Ultra Light Pet Stroller!

The Pet Gear Ultra Light Pet Stroller is a new high-quality yet affordable pet stroller from the people who make the very popular AT3 All Terrain, Happy Trails, and Happy Trails Plus Pet Stroller.

The Ultra Light Pet Stroller is an entry-level pet stroller for pets under 20 pounds. Retailing at $80, it is very competitive with the Walk 'n Roll pet stroller, which also accommodates pets up to 20 pounds. Compared to the Walk 'n Roll, the Ultra Light is 1.5" longer, an inch wider, and 4" taller. Another benefit to the Ultra Light is that it offers a large mesh basket for carrying pet toys, water bottle, and the like.

The Ultra Light has a few drawbacks: It does not include a "parent tray," as do most other pet strollers. This sort of tray comes in handy for beverages, keys, cell phones, and other things you may wish to carry. The other potential issue is it's size--while the Ultra Light is larger than the comparable Walk 'n Roll, people should be be sure to measure their pets to make sure they'll fit comfortably into the compartment (21" L, 11" W, 16" H).

For those seeking an economical option, the Pet Gear Ultra Light pet stroller is a terrific pet stroller! But if you want a place to put a beverage while you stroll or if your pet needs a couple extra inches, then we'd recommend the Pet Gear Happy Trails pet stroller which retails for less than $10 more and offers a parent tray and a larger compartment (24" L, 12" W, 21" H).

As always, if you have any questions please post them here or visit our site for more information!

March ratings for JustPetStrollers.com

Every month we post the ratings we receive for JustPetStrollers.com. We're proud of ratings because we dedicate ourselves to make our human and pet customers as happy as possible. We've been told by Yahoo that our ratings place us in the top 3% of all Yahoo stores!

You can see all of our ratings as collected by Yahoo at http://shopping.yahoo.com/merchrating/user_rv.html?merchant_id=1028259.

Here are the unedited March ratings we received:

Rating: Excellent
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Comments: Probably one of the most efficient, user friendly online purchases I have ever made. The product arrived ahead of schedule and was even better than I expected. My puppies are thrilled and so am I. I would purchase from this merchant again with no hesitation. I wish all online shopping was as easy as this one was!

Rating: Excellent
Comments: Love our purchase of the pet stroller...delivery was right when they said it would be..assembly easy. would buy from them again and I have recommended them.

Rating: Excellent
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Rating: Excellent
Comments: They were very nice and helpful also when I called them.

Rating: Excellent
Comments: These folks are what inter-net shopping is all about.... easy...the whole experience...on their site I could see exactly how my dog stroller would work and when I had a question regarding clips to hold my puppies in, I was answered immdeiately.....a joy to do business with......plus delivering it gave my DHL driver a laugh too!

Rating: Excellent
Comments: This is just a fabulous stroller. I plan on taking my bunny, Chase out for walks in the spring. This is a well made stroller, folds easily and the basket in just terrific for small groceries -- Chases veggies.

Rating: Good
Comments: excellent product....my cat loves to ride in this stroller

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Comments: good product delivered in a timely fashion

Rating: Excellent
Comments: Great product, good correspondence after purchase and speedy delivery. I am very happy with my purchase and will recommend this company to others!!! I will be back.

Rating: Excellent
Comments: The stroller I purchased was everything I hoped it would be. Murphy just loves it. Justpetstrollers has a very user-friendly web site. Ordering was simple and delivery was very prompt and I did not even need the directions to assemble. Have already told everyone about it. We get stopped all the time and I do not hesitate to pass along this web-site. Extremely satisfied!!!!!

Rating: Excellent
Comments: I would very much do business again.

Rating: Excellent
Comments: Terrific product - I saw it for a lot more $ at a mall - great price. Free shipping was a great offer as well! I cant believe how quickly I received the stroller. My long-haired dachsund puppy, Cocoa, loves it so far! I cant wait for spring so we can go to all of the art & wine festivals and shell have some shade, and she wont get stepped on. Very good quality stroller as well.

Rating: Excellent
Comments: Thank you for giving me this time to let you know i will always call JUST FIR PETS STROLLERS for what ever else i may want to buy for my cat. It was the best price as i checked around a lot of places on the web and it came fast by DLH, and i loved it, as well as my pet does! Thank you so much as i have told a lot of people about JUST FOR PETS site.

Rating: Excellent
Comments: We are delighted with the AT3 pet stroller. It is a wonderful help to us in transporting our registered animal therapy cats, Diesel (20 lbs.) and Charlie Girl (15 lbs.), when they visit their patients at the Miami Area VA Hospital. It was exhausting to carry them around the hospital for a couple of hours. They walked part of the time, but when they decided they werent going to walk anymore, we had to carry them. Both cats fit comfortably in it and love to go. The pet stroller was delivered faster than we expected. It was no problem to assemble and the price was significantly less than what wed seen it for in local pet stores.

If you have any questions about our products, please post them on this blog or visit JustPetStrollers.com.

Pet Strollers on NBC's Today Show

Did you catch the "Today's Pets" segment on the Today Show this morning (March 27th)?

The Today Show featured a segment on the Global Pet Expo (which was attended by the JustPetStrollers.com team). Leading off the segment were two pet strollers--both carried by JustPetStrollers.com. Neither one was well described, so here are the details they missed:

• Petego Sport Wagon Bike Trailer/Pet Stroller: The Petego Sport Wagon (the orange stroller) is a new product on the market. It's expensive, but worth it: Huge and very strong (holding up to 165 pounds). It also is very flexible--the base product is a two-wheel bicycle trailer so you can pull your dog or cat as you bike. You can add a stroller kit (which includes a third wheel and handlebar) and--for you dog show attendees--add a sturdy grooming table that secures to the top of Sport Wagon.
• AT3 All Terrain Pet Stroller: Although it was described on the Today Show as a "Jeep Stroller," the AT3 (the red stroller) is made by Pet Gear. (Pet Gear will offer a Jeep-branded stroller in the future, and it will closely resemble the AT3, which is available today!) The AT3 is a terrific and economic option for those of you seeking a sturdy pet stroller (which holds up to 65 pounds). Pet Gear makes very fine products, including the Happy Trails line, with two strollers under $110!

Check out the Today Show Today's Pet segment and then check out the great options available at JustPetStrollers.com.

Here is the link to the Today's Pet segment on the Today Show: http://video.msn.com/v/us/msnbc.htm?g=034057c3-c1b7-4523-99f9-fb616a6bd70e&f=

Petego Sport Wagon Bike Trailer now available

This pet stroller/trailer won't be for everyone. It is very functional and high-quality and has a price tag to match, but for those who want to bike AND stroller with their pets, the Petego Dog Bag Sport Trailer/Wagon is the perfect option.

The basic kit is designed to be used with bikes. One piece attaches to your bike, and then the trailer portion can easily be attached and detached.

Add the optional stroller kit, and you receive a third wheel and adjustable handlebars. The stroller kit removes in seconds so you can go back and forth from strolling and biking whenever you want.

The quality is amazing. It looks huge and heavy, but weighs just 19 pounds due to the firm aluminum frame. And get this: The double-thick aluminum frame and thermoframed cabin floor combine to provide a trailer/stroller of unusual strength--the Petego Sport Wagon can support up to 165 pounds!

All four sides (and the top) have zippers for access to your pet. The wheels pop off at the push of a button for transport or storage. And the stroller collapses so you can shove it in your car, your garage, or wherever you want to keep it until you and your pet are ready.

The company that makes this product (Petego, sometimes called Pet Ego) also makes high quality Dog Bags.

To learn more, visit http://justpetstrollers.com/petego_sport_wagon_bike_stroller.html. And if you have any questions, please let us know by posting them here.

Wally sleeps in his pet stroller

We received a photo from a customer of her cat lounging in a Happy Trails Plus pet stroller. She leaves it open with the wheels lock, and her cat has begun curling up and sleeping inside. He also loves to take trips out on to the balcony in the stroller, and Wally's human companion says the cat stroller allows her to take him on the balcony safely.

Max Dugan, the service cat, uses a pet stroller

Found a great and touching article about a service cat. You read that right: A service cat.

The article is delightful, but what caught our eye is that Max Dugan, the warm-hearted cat, uses a pet stroller. Okay, to be more accurate, Max's human companion, Deb Henderson, uses a pet stroller.

Since we share reasons people purchase a cat stroller, this seemed a great article to share. Out of the 8,000 therapy pets registered with the Delta Society worldwide, only 198 are cats. And Max is one special cat. Take this passage from the TimesUnion.com:

The black, long-haired cat lounges on Mary McGrath's lap, careful even of
the oxygen tube that trails down her chest.

"Oh, you're a good kitty."

McGrath's soft, life-worn hand smooths the fur on the cat's belly. The
87-year-old's oxygen machine whirs and hisses beside her wheelchair. Max lets
out an occasional meow.

"What a beautiful kitty," she says. "This makes my day."

Reading this article made my day. You can read the whole article by clicking here.

Special Offer: Wind & Rain Cover for $14.99

JustPetStrollers.com has a special offer: Purchase a Pet Gear Happy Trails Pet Stroller and you can add a matching blue All-Weather Wind and Rain Cover for just $14.99. That's almost 50% off the price charged by others for the Wind and Rain Cover.

Offer is valid while supplies of the Happy Trails Wind & Rain cover last. Click here to learn more about the Happy Trails Pet Stroller and the Wind & Rain Cover.

Pet Stroller Buying Guide offers tips for getting the right one for your pet

JustPetStrollers.com has launched a Pet Stroller Buying Guide on their site. The Guide provides tips to help you make the right decision when purchasing a pet stroller.

Because pet strollers come in a variety of sizes and with many different features, finding the right one for your pet may be confusing. For example, did you know you should look not only at the weight capacity of the stroller but also the height, width, and length in comparison to your pet? One common mistake purchasers make is to buy a pet stroller with a 30-pound capacity for their 30-pound dog, only to discover their dog does not comfortably fit.

This is just one of the tips you'll find in the Pet Stroller Buying Guide. Please visit the Guide and if you have any additional ideas or questions, contact us or post your thoughts on this blog!

January Ratings for JustPetStrollers.com

As we do every month, here is every rating we received from a customer who purchased in the prior month. The following are unedited ratings received from purchasers in January 2006; every overall rating we received this month was "Excellent!" You can see all the ratings Yahoo collected on our store by clicking here.

Before sharing the ratings, we received some good news from Yahoo recently: JustPetStrollers.com has been rated by our customers into the top 3% of all Yahoo store. We're very proud of this and are committed to maintaining our strong service into the future!

Rating: Excellent
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Rating: Excellent
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Rating: Excellent
Comments: Best price on the internet. Fast delivery as promised. We love our new stroller!

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Comments: justpetstrollers.com made was a very easy site to order our new stroller. Only took me a few minutes and I really appreciated the quick confirmation notices and shipping status reports. I ordered the stroller on a Thursday afternoon West Coast time. Received shipment confirmation the next day and received The AT3 stroller the following Tuesday via UPS Ground. Doesnt get any easier than that. I put it together in about 20 minutes. Assembly is not hard but the manufacturing instructions could be a little more clear but not a big deal. I checked pricing on several web sites and even a local pet store and justpetstrollers.com clearly had the best price. Easy ordering, Best price, Free delivery, That really says it all.

Rating: Excellent
Comments: Cyndel and I absolutely love the stroller. Thanks a bunch :)

Rating: Excellent
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Rating: Excellent
Comments: My baby just loves her Pet Gear Happy Trails pet stroller. I got the stoller in the color blue because that is her favorite color. I take her for a walk every day and she absolutely loves it. The stroller is very easy to handle and fold plus it has room for her baby bag. I didnt mind paying the price for the stroller because it was actually cheaper including the shipping than buying it from a wholesaler here in Honolulu, Hawaii. Customer service was excellent always willing to answer my questions even if I asked the same questions over and over again. Fedex tracking was also a plus. My baby knows where I put her stroller because I leave it in the house. I dont dare leave it outside, someone might take it. So when I say who wants to go in the stroller, she goes exactly to it and waits for me to carry her inside. I truly found a winner!

Rating: Excellent
Comments: My experience with this company was exceptional. They responded to my needs and questions quickly without questions or hesitations. They were a pleasure to deal with. Their product is adorable and well made. I recommend them to anyone who has need for their products.

Rating: Excellent
Comments: Wonderful to deal with this vendor -- a great product and service to match. Highly recommended.

Rating: Excellent
Comments: I was very happy with my purchase. The price was right, shipping was fast and their contact with me keeping me updated on the stroller was excellent! When it came in, I was very impressed with the quality too! Id highly recommend this website to others.

Rating: Excellent
Comments: Would definitely purchase from justpetstrollers.com again!

Rating: Excellent
Comments: Great quality and it came so quickly. I will use it to take my little chihuahua who is a certified therapy dog to visits patients. See his website www.dogonahog.org.

Rating: Excellent
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JustPetStrollers.com December ratings

Every month we post the ratings received by JustPetStrollers.com. December is a difficult month due to the challenges associated with shipping over the holidays, but we're very pleased to be providing our customers with service that earns these kinds of ratings: Fourteen "Excellent" ratings and one "Good"!

You can view our store ratings at Yahoo's rating service: http://shopping.yahoo.com/merchrating/user_rv.html?merchant_id=1028259. (They collect the ratings and we can't edit or delete them!)

Here are all of the ratings we received in December, completely unedited:

Rating: Excellent
Comments:
justpetstrollers.com made was a very easy site to order our new stroller. Only took me a few minutes and I really appreciated the quick confirmation notices and shipping status reports. I ordered the stroller on a Thursday afternoon West Coast time. Received shipment confirmation the next day and received The AT3 stroller the following Tuesday via UPS Ground. Doesnt get any easier than that. I put it together in about 20 minutes. Assembly is not hard but the manufacturing instructions could be a little more clear but not a big deal. I checked pricing on several web sites and even a local pet store and justpetstrollers.com clearly had the best price. Easy ordering Best price Free delivery That really says it all.

Rating: Excellent
Cyndel and I absolutely love the stroller. Thanks a bunch :)

Rating: Excellent
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Rating: Excellent
My baby just loves her Pet Gear Happy Trails pet stroller. I got the stoller in the color blue because that is her favorite color. I take her for a walk every day and she absolutely loves it. The stroller is very easy to handle and fold plus it has room for her baby bag. I didnt mind paying the price for the stroller because it was actually cheaper including the shipping than buying it from a wholesaler here in Honolulu, Hawaii. Customer service was excellent always willing to answer my questions even if I asked the same questions over and over again. Fedex tracking was also a plus. My baby knows where I put her stroller because I leave it in the house. I dont dare leave it outside, someone might take it. So when I say who wants to go in the stroller, she goes exactly to it and waits for me to carry her inside. I truly found a winner!

Rating: Excellent
My experience with this company was exceptional. They responded to my needs and questions quickly without questions or hesitations. They were a pleasure to deal with. Their product is adorable and well made. I recommend them to anyone who has need for their products.

Rating: Excellent
Wonderful to deal with this vendor -- a great product and service to match. Highly recommended.

Rating: Excellent
I was very happy with my purchase. The price was right, shipping was fast and their contact with me keeping me updated on the stroller was excellent! When it came in, I was very impressed with the quality too! Id highly recommend this website to others.

Rating: Excellent
Would definitely purchase from justpetstrollers.com again!

Rating: Excellent
Great quality and it came so quickly. I will use it to take my little chihuahua who is a certified therapy dog to visits patients. See his website www.dogonahog.org.

Rating: Excellent
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Rating: Good
Appreciate variety of product. Delivery was later than stated, but given the holidays understandable. Really appreciate that they exist at all!

Rating: Excellent
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Rating: Excellent
Great customer service, great product! I would definetely order from justpetstrollers.com again!

Rating: Excellent
Good shopping experience. love the stroller!

Will my cat claw through the netting on a pet stroller?

Some months ago we were asked about whether a pet could chew through the netting on a pet stroller. Our response was, "Most of the pet strollers have such a fine netting that it really wouldn't be possible for a cat or dog to chew through it. And the pet strollers that have wider netting (such as the Kittywalk line) are constructed from durable nylon netting, so it's tough to imagine a pet biting through."

Today we received a question about whether a cat could claw through the netting, and our answer is the same--it's tough to imagine that could possibly happen. We've sold thousands of pet strollers, and we've never once heard of a cat (or dog) getting through the netting.

Hopefully that answers the question! If you have any other questions about pet strollers, please feel free to post it here or call or e-mail us.

Tested a pet stroller and had to get one for herself

Every now and then we'll get a call or e-mail from someone who is concerned that their cat or dog won't enjoy being in a stroller. We always tell people that our return is extremely low (less than 1%) and that the praise we hear from customers indicates the vast majority of pets either take to their stroller right away or adjust quickly.

Here's a message we received from Patricia, who is purchasing her own pet stroller after giving another one a try with her cats:

I ordered this stroller as a gift for my mother, who absolutely loves walking her dog in it and tells me she is able to walk much farther now with the support it offers her. Of course, before I presented it to her, I had to give it a whirl with my three cats. And now we must have one of our own. Great product! And great service, too! We are spreading the word!

Thanks Patricia! And if anyone else has comments, concerns, or questions, please do not hesitate to post them here or to contact us directly at JustPetStrollers.com.

Pandora loves her pet stroller (and JustPetStrollers.com on the radio)

We got a great compliment and some nice photos of Pandora, an 8-year-old shih-tzu. KC sent us this message:

She thought this was the greatest thing that has ever happened! The second she got in there she laid down and just rode around like she was a queen! Then when I brought it in the house, she wanted to get in it again! She is too funny!!

KC is a DJ on the Coyote, 97.3 FM, KWEY in Oklahoma. She interviewed Augie Ray, co-owner of JustPetStrollers.com and Metropawlis Pet Boutique about pet strollers, their uses, and which are the most popular pet stroller models. You can listen to the interview by clicking on the MP3 or WMA links at http://justpetstrollers.com/just-pet-strollers-in-media.html.

Why use a Pet Stroller?

We've been maintaining a running list of uses for a pet stroller, and we update it as more customers share their experiences. So, here is the latest and greatest version of all the purposes for a pet stroller. (If you have your own, please let us know!)

• Is your cat feeling left out? (NEW): We heard from one customer with a cat and dog who always felt bad leaving her cat at home when she took her dog for a walk. The two animals are pals, but she never felt she could safely take her cat out on walks. Now with the pet stroller, the cat climbs right in and she can enjoy strolls with both pets!
• Pets at work: One customer takes her cat to work. The stroller makes it easy to do and provides the pet a safe and quiet place to retreat.
• Older humans: We mention below that pet strollers are great for older pets who aren't as mobile as they used to be, but one customer reports the stroller is great for her 83-years-old mother: She can walk the pet and has something on which to lean as she gets around.
• Weather emergencies: One customer said the pet stroller was great during a recent weather warning. With warnings sounding, she got her pet into the stroller. Luckily, she didn't need to move to shelter, but with her pet in the stroller and items (snacks, radio, etc.) in the pockets, she was ready if she needed to take cover.
• Older pets: We had one customer thanked us profusely for her "brand new dog." Seems her older pooch was getting exhausted on his walk to the dog park, so once he got there the dog was too pooped to play. Now, the dog is walked to the dog park and "explodes" from the pet stroller ready to play!
• Longer walks: One customer enjoyed exercise from long walks but her new pug was tiring out so she had to cut her usual distance in half. Now with the dog stroller, she can walk her pug until he poops out, then continue her long walks with him resting in the stroller!
• Multiple dogs: One customer has three Yorkies and found life was much easier when they were in the stroller so they couldn't run in 3 different directions! She says, "They love it! " For multiple dogs, check out the AT3 All Terrain Pet Stroller or one of the Kittywalk SUV models.
• Trips to the vet: I never thought of this, but she's right: One customer thinks her stroller keeps her pet safer and healthier at the vet's office. "I don't have to worry about them being on the floor with germs from other sick animals. After all, that's why most animals are at the vets."
• Traveling: One customer who took a lot of driving trips especially liked the Kittywalk model, which includes a detachable carrier and collapsible frame--this allowed her to keep her pet secure while in the car and easily roll the pet into pet-friendly hotels.
• Alternative to pet carriers: Rather than using a heavy carrier, some customers find it much easier to use a pet stroller (which really is just a rolling pet carrier).
• Cats: Cats can be tough to walk on leashes--if you don't get them into harnesses at a young age, some cats will never adjust to a harness. A cat stroller is a great way for cats to get some fresh air.
• Ice & salt in winter: A northerner reported her dogs paws were taking a beating on the ice and salt, so she purchased a pet stroller to get her dog to the parks where they can play in the snow safely.
• Festivals: One couple liked to walk their dog to local festivals, but between the crowds, noise, and other aggressive animals, they found it stressful rather than relaxing. With the pet stroller, they keep their small dog safe and the pooch still enjoys getting some fresh air.
• Jogging: One athletic customer reported using the pet stroller while jogging. Check out the AT3 Jogging Pet Stroller.
• Boaters: A boater said she loved using the stroller to get her dog onto the boat safely since her pet didn't enjoy walking on the docks.
• Injuries: Animals with certain types of injuries cannot be walked for long distances but still want to get outdoors.
• Safety: We have customers in large cities who use a stroller to get their dogs to parks--the stroller keeps them safe on congested urban streets.
• Aggressive dogs: Another customer had a dog that could get aggressive, so walking him in the dog stroller helped to keep him calm (and other dogs safe.)
• Pocket dogs: Some small dogs cannot be walked very far, so customers find they can get all the way to the dog park and back if they use a pet stroller.
• More quality time: One customer shared that the stroller simply gave her more quality time with her pet. Using the stroller, she could take her dog more places than she could've otherwise, so she and her pet were enjoying more time together.

Yorkies love their pet stroller

We received a nice message and photo from a happy customer and wanted to share it:

I just wanted to tell you how much I love the pet stroller. Enclosed you can tell my Yorkies loves their first day’s ride as well.

Sincerely,
Debbie

Thanks Debbie! Glad they love it! (And if any of you visitors have comments or photos on pet strollers, please send them our way!)