The Dog Bowl Pet Supply and BARF Raw Food Blog

Your bed is a very important part of your life, it offers comfort, rest, and relaxation. Why not ensure all of those qualities in your pets bed? The Dog Bowl offers many options for your pet when it comes to ensuring the utmost comfort and security in their sleeping environment.

The Dog Bowl has a wonderful line of totally washable beds that not only offer cleanliness and comfort, but they are stylish and extremely easy to keep clean. This bed come in several stylish colors that can easily go well in any home setting. The tops are a luxurious faux suede finish that are soft for your pet's comfort. They are water resistant, and odor repellent as well! The beds have a unique stuffing made of environmentally friendly shredded fabric scraps. Washing the bed simply consists of throwing the stuffing in the washer like a load of socks, and the outer shell is washable as well!

Our washable beds eventually pay for themselves! They are a wise investment since they are very durable and totally washable. Instead of having to totally replace your pets beds, this featured dog bed can be used over and over again, while still looking new and clean!

These beds are available for both in store and online purchase. In addition to these beds, The Dog Bowl offers a multitude of washable dog beds that range in size, color and shape! Come on in or shop online to find the best in comfort, cleanliness and rest for your pet!

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If you are a follower of the raw food diet, then you may have familiarized yourself with how tricky it can be to keep the frozen food, well...frozen! Usually buying your pet's frozen food at The Dog Bowl is your last stop before heading home, but why not take the hassle out?

The Dog Bowl has recently created an original freezer bag that holds up to 2 cases (8 bags) of raw frozen food! The bag has a sleek silver metallic finish with sturdy black handles. It also folds down to a compact size to fit easily under a car seat or flat down in the trunk.

If you think this freezer bag is only good for your pet's frozen food, think again! This bag can be used at the grocery store to keep your produce and frozen items cool and fresh. It also cuts down on the amount of disposable bags you will need, which is a plus for the environment as well!

The freezer bag will keep your goods frozen for up to 4 hours, and is also perfect for picnics, travel, and seaside/lakeside activities! The Dog Bowl only has a limited amount of these versatile, stylish bags around, so hurry in and purchase yours for an easy way to keep your food fresh and cool!

July is almost here, and with that comes scorching heat, blazing sun, and of course, much summer fun! To ensure that you and your pet make the most of this festive time, The Dog Bowl offers several items to keep your pet healthy, happy, and cool during the festivities!

If you will be outside enjoying fireworks, you may want to pack some bug spray for you and your pet. The Dog Bowl offers "Bug Off", and several other aromatherapy sprays, soaps and shampoos to ensure that your pet will remain bite and itch free!

If you know you will be outside for an extended period of time, look out for our portable water bowls, and ecothermic water bowls that stay cool for hours! The Dog Bowl also offers an array of cooling gear for your pet to remain cool and calm in the summer heat!

If you are really getting into the spirit, The Dog Bowl carries some special patriotic clothing to spice things up a bit! If you will be out into the late hours of the night, keeping track of your pet may become difficult, but worry no more! The Dog Bowl carries a stylish flashing tag that attaches to your pets collar that makes it very easy to keep an eye out for Fido, even in the water!

Remember, if you will be out in public, keep your dog on its leash, make sure you know where it is at all times, and if you have an aggressive pet, taking it out may not be the best option. Always remember to clean up after your pet! Nobody wants to step in any "surprises"! And lastly, we here at the Dog Bowl want you to have a safe and happy 4th of July!

When it comes to treating your pet, The Dog Bowl always knows best! We carry only the finest, most healthy treats for your pet. Many pet stores carry hundreds of treats that look enticing and may smell delicious, but are packed with sodium and other undesirable chemicals and additives.

Take for example, the white colored rawhides you see commonly in stores. Fido may think these are tasty, but what you don't know is that they are cured with formaldehyde. That's right, the chemical used to preserve animals for dissection. If you're skeptical, take a rawhide like that and soak it in water. What you will see is that it will expand and unfurl, which is what it will eventually do in Fido's stomach; not good.

The Dog Bowl offers a variety of treats for both cats and dogs ranging from freeze dried liver, cod, salmon and chicken, to treats that specifically target bad breath, vitality, healthy joints, and a healthy heart. These treats do not contain chemical additives that will cause long term liver and kidney disease, they will only help to keep your pet healthier and happier. These treats can also be used in conjunction with the raw food diet, and we also carry a large selection of raw bones in the store.

Whether it be cat or dog, The Dog Bowl ensures that your pet will not only enjoy the treats we offer, but they will be healthier and happier in the long run; as will you! Our treats are available for both in store and online purchase, happy hunting!

You sleep in the bed you make...right? So when it comes to your pets bedding situation, you certainly don't want them accruing any bad habits in the boudoir.

You may be thinking what could possibly be deemed as a bad habit in reference to your pets sleeping arrangements, but there are definitely some things to avoid and learn.

You want to avoid any type of bed chewing, if a pet knows its ok to chew on their own bed, they may think it's ok to chew on anything else! To avoid this problem, you may try applying a little bit of lemon juice to the corners of the bed, this is almost a surefire way to stop them from chewing. However, avoid applying lemon juice to a fabric that may be sensitive to the acidity of the juice.

Some pets may use their beds as a potty, which is very undesirable for both you and your pet. A pet will not want to sleep in a bed that is soiled, and you certainly won't want to deal with the mess. The Dog Bowl offers several options when it comes to totally washable beds. Washable beds help in taking out the smell, and your dog will not be as likely to repeat the offense.

Small breeds would absolutely go nuts for one of the Dog Bowl's cuddly fur beds, which are nicknamed "the womb" since they offer high levels of comfort and are also completely washable!
Washable beds are also great for pets who shed a lot, since dust and mites may begin to accumulate if dander is present for a long period of time.

The Dog Bowl offers a wonderful assortment of beds both in the store and online. Remember that our online return policy differs from that in the actual store. Make sure your bed will be a good fit, and keeping the above guidelines in mind, you'll be totally happy, as will your pet! Happy Sleeping!

Does your pet have tags? Chances are the answer is yes, and the Dog Bowl membership is an ideal choice for ANY pet owner, cats, dogs, rabbits, you name it!

The Dog Bowl membership is a small, lead-free tag that comes in either nickel or brass that goes on your pet's collar. This one tag replaces your lost/found tag, which eliminates having your address and phone number visible to the public!

The Dog Bowl membership allows you to sign in online and load your pet's pictures and information, even vet records! If you are traveling and an emergency occurs, you can easily access your pet's records!

The Dog Bowl membership also keeps your information private, so that in case your pet is lost, the person who finds your pet can sign onto the dog bowl lost and found site and see that your pet is missing! This eliminates the possibility of a stranger knowing your address and possibly taking advantage of you when giving your pet back.

The Dog Bowl membership is ideal for people who do not want to disclose their personal information to anyone in viewing range of your pet's tags, and it is also very important for people who travel often with their pets.

Any pet owner should strongly consider a Dog Bowl membership to keep both you and your pet safe! The tags are available for purchase both online and in the store!

Pet Collars... oh the choices!!

The Dog Bowl offers a vast array of beautiful cat and dog collars to fit your every need, whether it be rough and tumble action on the beach, or a stroll through down town. We have everything from tough, durable nylon to beautiful bling! The Dog Bowl wants to make sure that your pet looks stylish and comfortable, so here are some important tips for picking the right collar for your beloved pet!

Before you do any serious shopping, step back and make some basic decisions

1. Is your dog or your dog's friend a chewer or in training? If so, you may not want to invest money in a designer collar, you may be better off with a more durable choice. Also consider if your pet will be engaging in any water activities, in which a leather collar may not be your best choice. Click here for collars made especially for water!

2. If your pet is very active, a durable collar is best, since a fancy collar with embellishments stands the risk of getting damaged by aggressive activity.

Next, make sure you take a precise measurement of your pet's neck, or simply bring in the collar they are wearing now. Don't try to eyeball your pet's measurements, a tight fitting or too loose collar is not desirable at all. Make sure you still have room for two fingers under your pet's collar when it is on, to ensure sufficient breathing room.

And lastly, be creative! The Dog Bowl offers many unique styles that will bring out your pet's true colors, and you will be able to have the most stylish pet in town!

Enjoy our online store, where we offer a plethora of sizes and styles, or come into our store for a more hands on approach to collar shopping!

The Summer months can be excruciatingly hot, can you imagine bearing the heat while wearing a fur coat? Your dog knows the feelings, and we here at the Dog Bowl are ready to save the day! Keeping your dog cool and hydrated in the heat is vital for its well being and overall healthiness and happiness!


The Dog Bowl offers several products to help you maintain a healthy companion. Frozen bones are a multi-faceted treat that not only provide essential nutrients and a good teeth clean, but they are cold and deliver moisture to your pet. See our feeding guidelines and article about raw frozen bones for more details.

We also offer the Coco Jor cooling bandanas and mats which are lovely especially for an outdoor dog, or a weekend at the beach. See our blog posting below for more information.

The dog bowl also has an innovative water/food bowl for pets! This ecothermic bowl splits in half, simply fill the bottom half up to the water line and freeze or heat for a cool bowl of water, or warm food! This bowl is ideal for an outdoor dog, since the bottom compartment keeps frozen to provide your pets with cold water during the scorching daytime. This bowl is available in the store and on the website as well.

The Dog Bowl also has several grooming tools that can help manage a thick coat, and cut down on shedding and reduce the weight and density of your pets coat.

In addition to beating the heat, bugs become an issue in the summer, especially if you are going camping, or taking a weekend at the beach! The Dog Bowl offers several sprays and shampoos that help reduce bug bites and prevent itchy, dry coats. These products are natural and contain non-irritating ingredients to not only keep bugs away, but give your pet a beautiful healthy coat!

We here at the Dog Bowl want everyone to have a safe, healthy summer, so feel free to shop around the website or come into the store for a huge array of unique treats, accessories, and other special items to keep you and your pet happy in the heat!

If you have a dog or cat you know how bad their breath can smell! Yuck!!

Why is that?

Your pet's breath can be bad for a number of reasons... For dogs it is usually because they are not given the chance to chew.

Chewing on things like this gear toy shown (right) gives your dog the ability to scratch off that nasty later of tartar on the back teeth. Click here to see The Dog Bowl's assortment of rubber chew toys for dogs.

Chew toys also make a great gift for any new pup owner. We all know puppies are ALL ABOUT chewing - and why not give them something that essentially brushes their baby teeth and gives them fresh minty breath at the same time! Yes - the gear toy shown is mint flavor!! We love it and your pup will too!

Do you love the sun? what about your hot dog??
Do not let your hot dog overheat!

Try out the newest & coolest product COCOJOR.
What a better way to comfort your dog's rest than with a Hawaiian Sun Cooling Mat, It feels like a water bed for you dog.

A Stylish Hawaiian fabric, filled with non-toxic cooling ingredients, simply soak the mat in cold water for 15-45 minutes & it will keep 62F-65F degree temperature. This cooling effect last 3-10 days, depending on size of the mat, and Never requires refrigeration! it will keep you hot dog calm & cool, has many uses; from car to boat, or from crate to chair.

For outdoor playtime, there is also a stylish Hawaiian fabric bandanna.

Simply soak & attach to your pets neck with adjustable Velcro strap, letting the triangle hang over the heart. You can reactivate this items again & again, and is not necessary to wash after each use. Both of these item are hand washable with mild soap, then simply hang to dry.
The Dog Bowl has any cooling items in stock, simply click here to see & shop.

Summer has officially arrived, and so has the appearance of more pet dander on your furniture.

The summer months can be tough on your pet, blistering heat and the glaring sun can be dangerous, especially for dogs with thick heavy coats. This is where the FURminator comes in to save the day!

This small, light grooming tool is quick and easy to use, and you will be blown away by the result!

The FURminator brushes away any loose hair that would unavoidably end up on the couch, and eliminates the undercoat, making it much cooler and comfortable for your pet.
The FURminator also makes your pet's coat appear sleeker and more healthy, which is always an extra perk.

The FURminator is great year round, but can be especially useful in the summertime. It comes in various sizes, depending on your pet, and can be used on both cats and dogs. It eliminates shedding by up to 90% and is very easy to use! It's great for both long and short haired breeds, so save your time cleaning and vacuuming your furniture and pick up a FURminator for an easy, quick solution to shedding! Click here to see more details & also purchase your very own FURminator now!