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Cutting Costs for Local Pet Owners

My May edition includes deals on pet food, medication and dog training for Douglasville residents.

Cutting Costs for Local Pet Owners

Last month, I searched Douglasville high and low for deals for local pet owners.  After all, with the economy still in pretty bad shape, our furry friends’ needs can end up becoming our last priority.   I got a lot of great feedback from that article, so I thought I’d try to do it on a semi-regular basis.  And remember, if you know of any great deals on pet items for Douglasville residents, please feel free to leave a comment.  

BOGO Deals on Dog Treats and Cat Food at Publix

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If you’re like me, you love ’s great buy one get one free deals.  Every so often  they’ll even throw in a few great deals for pets.  This week is no different: 

  • Whiskas dry cat food is buy one get one free.  This includes 2.7- and 3.3-pound bags in all flavors. 
  • Pedigree Denta Stick for Dogs and Jumbones  6- and 7.1-ounce packages are buy one get one free.  Treats can be so expensive these days!   

This sale is good through Wednesday, May 25, 2011.  

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Kroger Pet Meds

$4 generic prescriptions at the pharmacy have been so helpful for humans, but did you know the pharmacy also offers the same option for pet medications?   If your pet is sick and requires medicine, talk to your vet about writing a prescription for the generic version.  The Kroger pharmacy can fill hundreds of pet prescriptions, including many generics.  

Win a $1000 Kmart Gift Card with a Picture of Your Pet

This might be a long shot, but it’s worth a try, right?  and Purina are holding a contest for the best dog and cat photos and videos in several different categories.  Eight winners will receive a $1000 Kmart gift card.   To enter and get official rules, visit the contest website by May 31, 2011.     

In the meantime, Kmart has some great sales on pet food this month: 

  • Pedigree 15- and 22-pound bags of dog food are just $12.99. 
  • Friskies canned cat food is 20 for $9.   
  • 15.5-pound bags of Beneful dog food are $14.99, while 11-ounce bags of Beneful Snackin’ Slices are two for $8.  
  • Hartz rawhide treats are all 20% off
  • Jumbone treats and Marrobone treats are three for $10

These sales are good through June 13, 2011.   

 Free Consultation with Sit Means Sit

If your pup’s behavior isn’t up to par, Sit Means Sit offers a wide variety of training programs for dogs of all ages.  If you’d like to learn more or make sure this is for you, the company offers a free consultation and meeting with you and your dog to help evaluate your needs and build a training package specifically for your pet.  Give them a call at 770-214-9247 to schedule your free consultation.  

Free Office Visit  at PetSmart’s Banfield Pet Hospital 

is located right inside on Chapel Hill Road.  Through June 30, 2011, you can visit the office for free by filling out this form or clipping the coupon from your PetSmart weekly ad (note:  you can print it out online at PetSmart.com if you did not receive one in the mail of you accidentally threw it away).  This is valid for dogs and cats only and is good for a physical exam only.  Fees apply for other services.   The offer is only good for new clients. 

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