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People love pets and Arizona is no exception. No matter what breed of cat, dog, horse, bird, snake, or other exotic animal, you're likely to find a breeder in Arizona.
Dogs and cats are by far the most popular pets. However there are bird clubs, horse clubs, and groups that meet on a regular basis to talk about their exotic pets. If you like the support of other pet owners, the Greater Phoenix area is the best place to live. Tucson is the second biggest city and is likely to have some pet clubs and associations.
If you're interested in a particular breed of cat, dog, bird, horse, or other animal, do an internet search. Also check out meetup.com for groups in your city. Another source of information will be veterinarians and humane societies located throughout Arizona.
Horses are common pets for the middle class and wealthy. The climate and rugged wide open terrain of Arizona, lends itself nicely to horse ranching and riding.
If you live in an apartment, some will allow dogs and cats with a security deposit but some won't. Even if pets are not allowed, some will not object to a quiet bird, gerbil, hamster, guinea pig, or other small animal that is kept caged at all times. You might also ask if fish tanks are allowed.
If you're into fresh water or salt water fish, Phoenix has many pet stores that sell them. Some of the bigger pet store chains have a little of everything, but smaller stores often specialize in fish only. In this way they can better compete with large pet stores. e.g. people from all over Arizona and even nearby states, might travel into Phoenix to shop at a large salt water fish store because these are not common.
If you're looking for a cat or dog, consider adopting a pet. Call nearby humane societies or call large pet stores. These will sometimes have special hours when local pet rescue groups will bring their animals in for display.
If you're looking for a bird or exotic pet, look for bird breeders. Most of them belong to local bird clubs so that's another source of information.
No matter what type of pet you're looking for, if you want a baby, get to know local breeders and buy from a reliable source. Vet bills can cost you a fortune, - much more than the initial cost of your pet. Sometimes it's more economical to find a reputable breeder and pay them a little more if you have to. If someone is selling a pet for cheap it might be that the vet bills will eat you alive.
Here are some resources about pets in Arizona.
Diamond Pet Foods recalls dog food - WISH-TVKANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - Updated recalls expands with nine new brands: · Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover’s Soul Salmonella concerns have prompted Missouri-based Diamond Pet Foods to recall a second batch of dry dog food produced ... ... |
Diamond Pet Foods Company expands recall on dry dog food - Everything Alabama BlogIncluded in the expanded recall is one production run and four production codes of Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover's Soul Adult Light formula dry dog food. One bag of the product has tested positive for Salmonella, and the company says the recall ... ... |
Diamond Naturals expands pet food recall, Salmonella concerns ongoing - HULIQ.comDiamond Pet Foods is expanding its voluntary recall to Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover's Soul Adult Light formula dry dog food, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced. Diamond Pet Foods is expanding a voluntary recall to include one production ... ... |
Governor signs Pet Lover’s Plate time extension bill - ExaminerCalifornia Governor Jerry Brown finally tries to get on the good side of the state’s animal rescue community, at least temporarily. While the bitterly fought battle over the governor’s plan to neuter the Hayden Act, California’s landmark shelter ... ... |
First Dog Sutter Promotes Pet Lover's License Plate - NBC Los AngelesCalifornians love their pets, and now they can display that love on their bumpers. Governor Jerry Brown, along with First Dog Sutter Brown, made a trip to Los Angeles Wednesday to support the state's new Pet Lover's License Plate. Proceeds from ... ... |
Canine cancer: How to save a pet's life - FOX NewsIt is the number one cause of death in dogs over the age of two. David Hinden experienced every pet lover’s worst nightmare when his 3-year-old boxer, Marley, was diagnosed with cancer this past March. Hinden had decided to bring Marley into ... ... |
Company recalls dog food over salmonella concerns - WTVR-TVThe recall comes after the company said one bag of dog food tested positive for salmonella. The recall covers: Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover’s Soul 35 lb. CLF0102B31XCW 27/JAN/2013, CLF0102B32XWR 28/JAN/2013 Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover’s ... ... |
Contaminated pet food recalled; could sicken humans - msnbc.comThe brands affected are Diamond Naturals Lamb Meal & Rice Formula-Dry Dog Food; Diamond Puppy Formula-Dry Dog Food; and Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover’s Soul Adult Light Formula-Dry Dog Food. The company says the products were distributed to ... ... |
Girl attacked by dog in Dover: 'It looked like I got shot by a pistol' - calgaryherald.comDespite what has happened, she said she remains a pet lover. "I just wish he was trained properly. I wish he was loved. I wish there was someone to pet him, love him." ... |
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