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Gift Ideas and Top Presents for Pets

Use Petco’s guide to shop for the perfect gift for your furry, feathered, or scaly friend!

Updated on December 19th, 2025

Small Animal Diseases: Protect Your Family from Zoonotic Risks

Learn how to prevent disease in small animals. As a pet parent it is important to know when one of your small animals is diseased and how to treat it.

Updated on October 23rd, 2025

Top 10 Best Holiday Dog Gifts: Treats & Toys Your Pup Will Adore!

Choosing the perfect gift for family and friends can often be a challenge. Fortunately, ‘fetching’ the perfect holiday treats and toys for your pup can be just as fun as your average game of, well...

Updated on October 23rd, 2025

Summer Pet Safety: Essential Heatstroke Prevention Tips for Small Pets

Learn how to take precautions to keep your small pets safe and healthy during the warmest period of the year.

Updated on October 23rd, 2025

Small Animal Stress: Spot Signs, Causes & How to Help Your Pet

Recognizing the signs of stress in our animals and understanding some of the ways to help are integral steps in helping your pet. Read which behaviors are normal in small animals and which may mean your pet is stressed.

Updated on October 23rd, 2025

Best affordable pet health insurance for families with multiple pets?

There are some great pet insurance options. Petplan https://www.gopetplan.com/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAnuDTBRDUARIsAL41eDosrrZFsRgpVAVLL6k_F2IrrDt9H8AFJ7x-QuxyiWiWqlGrefVsW1IaAkuVEALw_wcB Trupanion https://trupanion.com/ppc/best-care3?gclid=Cj0KCQiAnuDTBRDUARIsAL41eDphbfV14ZZQmmmX9klKZOtmCEUoABKrWSUkBaeNgsZTtmwX54QKaxUaAmitEALw_wcB ASPCA https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/ Nationwide https://www.petinsurance.com/ppc-b-video.aspx?src=GoogleSearch&OM=CI0416&gclid=Cj0KCQiAnuDTBRDUARIsAL41eDodbdZFd2P6cBEoJISv8mOih682_m_1cgZ4c-drNOUNHCvsCKZXBEgaAvQOEALw_wcB Your best bet to get the most affordable plan is to just get insurance to cover just emergency expenses not wellness prevention. Then I would just pay for vaccinations and yearly visits out of pocket. Thank you for using Boop by Petco.

What's a good small, cuddly pet to play with besides dogs or cats?

Have you considered a guinea pig? Guinea pigs are relatively affordable pets and are considered a good companions and social. But, bear in mind that guinea pigs do best when paired with another guinea pig of the same sex, which can increase your costs. The guinea pigs need a large cage to live in, which usually cost less than $50. Bedding, food and toys can get pricey, but you can save by purchasing fresh veggies on sale.

My dog has allergies and severe hair loss. Best affordable food?

Thanks for using Boop by Petco! All the good allergy foods have a comparable price. The best in my opinion is the Royal canin Ultamino. This is the one recommended by the dermatologists at my hospital. Good luck and have a great day!

How to choose the right rabbit for your home and lifestyle?

Thanks for using Boop by Petco! I really like the angora and mini lop breeds as they are beautiful and fun to keep. Try to get to see the rabbit you are choosing for a bit so that you can make sure that he is social and interactive. Also, make sure that the rabbit is eating well and has been evaluated by a veterinarian to ensure that he is doing well. Good luck!

Best wet dog food for small adult dog with dental disease at Petco?

As far as dog food goes, I tend to recommend Hill's Science Diet or the higher end Purina products. If you are looking to go a more natural route you would want to try something like Earthborn or Acana. Periodontal disease can be delayed with regular teeth brushing if Ratchett will allow it. You should be able to purchase most of what I mentioned at one of those stores. Hope this makes sense.