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Baileybear - Sat Jun 09, 2007 7:08 pm
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Hi all,

As I am sure you are all aware, Julie and Dave have had a hectic few months and with the wonderful arrival of little Isabella and their forthcoming house move their time has become even more precious. To this end I am now helping out with their sister site, www.furbabies.co.uk soooooooo..........

Hi, my name is Kaye and I am now a Furbabies rep Laughing

I am still learning the ropes mind and thought I would do well to get some input from our customers.

We are looking at expanding our stock - so what would you like to see in Furbabies? Different toys, training aids, collars/leads or beds? Rolling Eyes

Why don’t you let me know on this thread and we will look into all your suggestions. Once researched for availability etc we will initially pick maybe the top ten most requested items and add them to the shop and go from there. Also, don’t forget that members are entitled to a 5% discount at Furbabies so your chosen products could be even cheaper. Laughing

Your input and ideas on this would be greatly appreciated and I look forward to reading your thoughts. Very Happy

Many thanks

Kaye

Hcollie85 - Sat Jun 09, 2007 7:24 pm
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Training gear for working dogs?

Heather

Baileybear - Tue Jun 12, 2007 4:15 pm
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Hi Heather,

Thanks for that - added to my list to research Laughing

Any more thoughts anyone??

Kaye

GerbilPunk - Tue Jun 12, 2007 4:30 pm
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i'd like to see stuff that's not just for dogs and cats! what about things for rabbits, hammys, gerbees, rats? they're just as good! Smile

Baileybear - Tue Jun 12, 2007 4:42 pm
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Absolutely, i couldn't agree more - unfortunately i would have no idea what people would want for their smaller pets - hence my post Laughing

So, what small pet items exactly did you have in mind that you would like to see?

Kaye

GerbilPunk - Tue Jun 12, 2007 4:48 pm
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i would like to see things like little log cabins, or treats or cute little places for them to hide away. i dont know how to put in pics so i can only include link, but things like this...
http://www.petsmart.com/media/ps/images/products/detail/standard/i/inp0/inP032742_13f21.jpg

or maybe even little mineral chews for hours (or in Bruces case a few minutes) of Fun fun fun! sorry was that a bit childish? Embarassed

sambo - Mon Jun 18, 2007 7:42 pm
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Would it be at all possible to stock pet worm and flea products etc.

Another idea would be more grooming products as i notice there aren't many.

Good luck kaye. Wink

Hcollie85 - Mon Jun 18, 2007 7:57 pm
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Got another one

Dog Guards for when dogs are in the car

Heather

Lucy360 - Tue Jun 19, 2007 12:24 pm
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Definately agree on the small pet stuff. Maybe some fish, parrot & exotic pet stuff just to cover all the kinds of pet owners nwho use this site lol.

Baileybear - Fri Jun 22, 2007 1:47 pm
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Hi Guys,

Thanks for your ideas - i am liking all of of them Laughing

I have added them to my list and will be looking into them all.......

Watch this sapce and keep your ideas coming Laughing

Thanks all

Kaye Laughing

littlelab - Fri Jun 22, 2007 2:12 pm
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Hi Kaye

Congrats oon the new job Laughing

Can we have magnetic products please, such as collars and beds?

Baileybear - Fri Jun 22, 2007 2:23 pm
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Awww Hi Nat and thank you Laughing

Oh yes on the ball here testing out new products - see how quick that was Laughing

Lisa_Ianniello - Mon Jul 02, 2007 8:13 pm
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how about some more books, ones with help with different breeds, ones with training help for others. Ones about how to look after other animals hamsters, rabbits etc...

_Jules_ - Mon Jul 02, 2007 8:40 pm
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Hiya Kaye,

I haven't got any suggestions for any more products, but I have got a suggestion for ones I would like to see removed from sale...and that is the Anti Bark and Spray Collars.

I feel these could easily be misused, to the detriment of the dog. These Collars, in my opinion, should only be sold by dog trainers who can give advise on how and when to use them, rather than the general public being able to just be able to use/misuse them willy nilly.

I of course realise you are not the only site selling them, but as such a caring company I would like to see you review your policies on supplying these to the general public.

Thank you.

Lisa_Ianniello - Tue Jul 03, 2007 8:14 pm
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how about some more choices of treats, maybe some health stuff eg. Pedigree dental sticks or a big bag of biscuit bones.

I usually have to travel about an hour each month to get Calvin's Pedigree dental sticks Sad

Baileybear - Thu Jul 05, 2007 11:28 am
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Hi Jules,

I fully understand where you are coming from.

I do agree that these collars can be misused and in the wrong hands cause more harm than good however in a controlled and knowledgeable environment these collars can assist both the owner and dog. What CAN be done (and is often the case when this topic is brought up) is make sure people are aware of the issues with using these devices and make sure that they seek professional advice before taking this route.

The collars available at Furbabies only spray scented water and we never have, nor never will stock shock collars as we do not agree with them at all. Furbabies only stocks humane, non damaging training aids ie audible and water / smells deterrents and aids to training all of which are completely painless to the pet.

I’ll look into the possibility of adding some information to their descriptions in Furbabies to ensure that people have sought professional advice before making the purchase. If we were to remove these items from sale they will simply be bought elsewhere without any warnings about the effects of their misuse.

Does that sound like a sensible approach? Rolling Eyes

Lisa,

I shall look into books and i am already looking into the posibilty of a larger range of doggy treats Laughing

Regards

Kaye

_Jules_ - Thu Jul 05, 2007 11:44 am
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Does that sound like a sensible approach?

That sounds like a wonderful idea Kaye Very Happy

. Perhaps a fact sheet could be supplied with these collars too, alongside any instructions inside the box. Wink

Baileybear - Thu Jul 05, 2007 12:46 pm
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Hi Jules,

Thank you for your feedback and i shall look in to drawing up a fact/information sheet to go with this product. Laughing

Many Thanks

Kaye

Jacqui_UK - Thu Jul 05, 2007 3:43 pm
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Decent sized cages for smaller animals. It took me ages to get a mansion for my indoor bunny. Giant sized small animal holdings I say are the way forward!

Kitai16 - Fri Sep 07, 2007 11:36 pm
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More stuffs for "small animals". Hehe!! ^_^