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Pet parents are always on the lookout for the best products for their pets—whether for cats, dogs, birds or reptiles. The Drs. Foster and Smith catalog is filled with food, treats, supplements and supplies to help keep your pets happy.
Doctors Foster and Smith—three veterinarians, Race and Rory Foster and Martin Smith—founded their pet supply company back in 1983 as a mail-order catalog selling dog vitamins and supplements. The three soon expanded their company to include cat and horse supplies to their repertoire before ultimately expanding to aquarium and reptile supplies, ferret accessories and more in the early 2000s.
From everyday items such as dog treats and chews to specialty Drs. Foster and Smith dog beds, ramps and other mobility aids, Drs. Foster and Smith is a trusted brand that helps pet parents provide for their dogs with great products. If you’re looking to get all the pet supplies you need, Drs. Foster and Smith can help with food, vitamins, furniture and more.
Doctors Foster and Smith also have a selection of cat food, treats, toys and more. If your kitty is picky about where they like to relax or do their business, explore our wide variety of cat furniture and litter boxes—you’re bound to find something to your cat’s preferences.
If you have exotic pets like saltwater fish, reptiles or birds, Drs. Foster and Smith pet supplies have you covered, whether your pet is small or large, furry or scaly. Each product is veterinarian-recommended, so you know your friend is getting something that is appropriate.
Nearly four decades in the business have allowed Drs. Foster and Smith establish themselves as a brand that pet parents can count on, and one which they regularly return to for all manner of pet supplies—from bare necessities to indulgent treats.
Drs. Foster and Smith prescriptions provide pet parents with a way to get their pets the medicine they need. You can shop for pet meds online and schedule Repeat Delivery or In-Store Pickup.
Petco acquired Drs. Foster and Smith in 2015, and the company continues to offer veterinarian-backed products as part of Petco.
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Begin by submitting a water sample for quality testing. Most pet stores will do this for free or a nominal fee. High ammonia levels, PH imbalances may be responsible for that. Oxygen concentration and quality of the filters should be determined as well. If water quality is good and there are no major imbalances, Cosmo should examined to look for any sign of bacterial/fungal infection and eventually water should be treated. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation (where you can post pictures ) if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.
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Hi, and thanks for your question. Begin by submitting a water sample for quality testing. Most pet stores will do this for free or a nominal fee. Clinical examination should always include a water quality check, even if you have done so already. Water testing should be performed with a quality test kit, measuring NH4, NO2 and NO3. High ammonia levels, PH imbalances may be responsible for these signs. Oxygen concentration and quality of the filters should be determined as well. If water quality is good and there are no major imbalances, your fish should get examined to look for any sign of bacterial/fungal infection and eventually water should be treated. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!
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It sounds like they have "ich". Here is a good video about ich that should answer most of your questions. ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gVwyOifCRHI ) I suggest you talk to an aquarist in your area to get some medication. ( https://www.yelp.com/biz/aqua-life-aquarium-rocklin-2?osq=aquarium+store ) Hope this helps. Best wishes.
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