The Petco Scoop Blog

The SAFE Way to Greet a Dog

Melanie Morrill — Wed, 15 May 2013 00:30:25 +0000

May 13-19th is National Dog Bite Prevention Week. There are many things people can do to avoid dog bites, which include knowing how and when it is appropriate to approach and greet a seemingly friendly pup. Below are a few tips from Lina Eklöf, one of our dog training experts.

When you see a [...]

Proposed Pet Sales Ban: Where we stand

Kevin Whalen — Thu, 09 May 2013 22:30:07 +0000

Since last week’s hearing about the proposed San Diego ordinance banning the retail sale of dogs, cats and rabbits in pet stores, we’ve heard from a number of you who were surprised that we don’t agree with the ordinance.

I represented Petco at the meeting, but unfortunately, I was unable to adequately express our [...]

Say Goodbye to Hairballs!

Lori Wildrick — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 21:24:33 +0000

We all love our cats. Hairballs? Not so much.

Let’s get right to it: cats are amazing pets. Hairballs, however, can be amazing–for all the wrong reasons. So, when Hill’s Science Diet asked if they could send some of their Hairball Control Formula to our fans, we thought it was a great idea. [...]

Small Dog? Big Nutritional Needs!

Lori Wildrick — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 00:32:50 +0000

The smaller the dog, the greater the nutritional demands of the food the dog eats. Royal Canin’s Mini Formula’s are specifically formulated to address the unique nutritional needs of dogs weighing 9-22 lbs. These needs include:

- Fussy appetites

- Skin and coat issues

- Dental disease

- Weight gain

Did you [...]

Things to Consider if You Plan on Bringing Home a Rabbit This Easter

Melanie Morrill — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 21:47:18 +0000

Mr. Wilson

Spring has officially begun, which means Easter is just around the corner. If you are thinking of gifting or bringing home a live bunny, here are a few facts you might want to consider first:

Temperament and personality vary from rabbit to rabbit, meaning not all rabbits want to be held, [...]

Natura Pet Food Recall

Lisa Epstein — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 22:24:56 +0000

Natura Pet has expanded its voluntary recall to include the following Innova, California Natural, EVO and Healthwise dry dog and cat foods as well as one cat treat. These products have been removed from Petco shelves as well as from Petco.com. If you have purchased products affected by this recall from Petco and have [...]

Take the Hill’s Science Diet 30-Day Hairball Challenge

Lori Wildrick — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 21:57:47 +0000

Although more common in long-hair cats, even their short-haired cousins can suffer from hairballs.

Hairballs.

If you have a medium- to long-hair cat, you know what we’re talking about: the undesirable bi-product of self-grooming. And, while regular brushing can help diminish the volume of these unpleasant little presents, they still pop [...]

UPG Recalls Specific Lots of Bird Products

Lisa Epstein — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 21:35:25 +0000

Due to a voluntary recall issued by United Pet Group, one Ecotrition bird food product has been pulled from Petco store shelves and blocked from purchase on Petco.com. The product was voluntarily recalled due to possible Salmonella contamination. The only affected Petco product is: UPC – 026851009047 Ecotrition 8/1 – Parakeet 5-pound [...]

Kaytee Recalls Specific Lots of Bird Products

Lisa Epstein — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 17:38:34 +0000

Due to a voluntary recall issued Wednesday, specific lots of Kaytee bird treats and greens with “best before” dates between Sept. 28, 2013 and Aug. 45, 2014 have been pulled from Petco store shelves and blocked from purchase on Petco.com. The products were voluntarily recalled due to possible Salmonella contamination. Please see affected product [...]

Recall Notice: Five Petco Brand Natural & Smoked Pig Ears, Eight Colorado Naturals Jerky Items

Lisa Epstein — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 21:40:31 +0000

Due to a voluntary recall issued Wednesday by a manufacturer, five Petco brand Natural and Smoked Pig Ears, as well as eight Colorado naturals Jerky items, all with a “best by” date between April 20, 2014 and Oct. 3 2014, are currently unavailable at Petco. The products were voluntary recalled due to possible Salmonella [...]