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Dear Buster…

Listen up, humans! Buster here.

Welcome to Dear Buster, my personal blog.

I’ll be answerin’ questions every Tuesday from you and your pets.

I’ve got a group of geniuses I’ll call on for expert advice. It’s genius, I know.

If that’s not enough, I’m also on Twitter @Petco. Just include the hashtag #DearBuster.

What can I say?I’m one tech-savvy dog.

Oh, and one last thing: What’s on your holiday wish list? Chew toys? Cozy bed? Bones?

Tweet me and you might get your wish. Mmmm…bones.

All right, let’s get started:

“There are so many yummy things that happen over the holidays! Are there any holiday trimmings or people treats that my Mom shouldn’t give me?” — signed, Lab Mix Ribgy.

Thanks Rigby, great question. I’m gonna hand this one over to my vet expert, Dr. Becker. He’s got a bunch of holiday tips for pets and pet parents. Take it away, Doc.

  • Macintosh

    Buster…..does Petco sell those massage gadgets Dr. Becker recommended? I’d like my mom to get me one of those to massage my aching hips! Thanks, Macintosh

  • Davis Caroll

    Dear Buster~  My humans just bought a new house.  I need helop remembering not to lift my let and pee all over the new house.  Any ideas?
    Thanks!  Mikey the Pugnacious Pug

  • Frankenstein the Pug

    Dear Buster,
    I would love some new chew toys, I only own one and he’s looking pretty sad. Oh and a few bones, I love chewing on those they’re tasty! Or a new jacket, its cold up here in Wisconsin for a pug!

    Love,

    Frank

  • Sam and Claire

    Dear Buster,

    Our mom and dad love to give us Ubuntu Smart Pup treats for our hips and knees. We can’t seem to sniff them out anymore at the store we go to. Any chance we can find them somewhere for Christmas?

    Thank you! Paws up!
    Sammy and Claire

  • CYNaz22057

    Dear Buster:  Xena would like a furever home for Christmas.  She has been recovering from surgery at her foster’s home, but foster mom is leaving to take care of her parental units.  Xena has to go to the kennel until she is adopted.  Please make it happen quick!

  • amanda mason

    Dear Buster
    my dog jd needs a new bone but if the bone is too small ar too big he will not touch it beacuse he likes medeim size bone.
                                   Thank You, pug and dochsion  :)
                                            

  • Azbrittanymarie

    Dear Buster: My dog would love a bully stick or two for Christmas! They keep him busy and very happy. But one thing he isn’t happy about is being left alone. What do you recommend for an anxious puppy? We’ve tried a stuffed kong, leaving a sock with him, playing music, the Thundershirt, Richard’s Organic Calm, even playing a recording of my voice and he is still barking the entire time we’re gone. I need help!

  • beasly7

    Dear Buster,
    My name is Lucy Tupelo Logsdon. I live with my mom and dad. They feed me pretty good wet food like Merrick and BB Wilderness, but I wish they would cut out the chicken. I want some more seafood! I would also like a little house I can play and scratch in since my parents are leaving my claws in (Thank God)…I need to stop climbing their screen door. Meow!

  • Derly’s mom

    Dear Buster,

    My mommy brought me home early this year.  She love me a lot and I love her too.  As I grow up, I became love to chew so my mommy give me a lot toys to chew.  And I chewed them all to pieces. My mom cleaned up after me all the time. And I also loved to chew my bed then my mommy sewed my bed so many times already. I knew that’s my bad…..I just couldn’t help with chewing…I wish that I could have a new durable bed or a  very durable chewing toys. So my mommy don’t need to clean up my chewing toys or sew my bed anymore. Thank you~~

    Love,

    Derly

  • Kim

    Dear Buster, we are a herd of felines who desire those little meesies with the noiseys inside. We are so many and we hide them and then can’t find them. Mom is always buying more. Hope Santa finds just the ones we want. We don’t like the quiet ones. Kitty slurps from Oona, Owen, Ozzzy, ObieTrice, Oops! SheDaisey, Oh Mickey You’re So Fine and Only One more Smudgsicle in GA.

  • Bonnie

    Dear Buster:  My doggy children, Lexi (Yorkie), Sammy (Yorkie), and Piper (Goldendoodle) all want toys.  All kinds of toys – chew bones, stuffed squeaky toys, and Piper especially needs those toys for the heavy chewer.  I have no pillows on my couch now and can’t put up a tree this year.  : -(   My granddoggies, Muffy (Chihuahua) and Hannah (Yorkie) have been especially good this year and would like toys and flea tick medicine.  They all could use microchipping for Christmas.

  • Pcmckinnon

    Dear Buster

    We are 2 mini Doxies, we been together since we were 10 weeks old, mom couldnt decided which one to adopt so she got us both.  We love her and our Dad very much they are very good to us- they call us the girls.  For Christmas we would love a baby sister or brother but mom and dad says no so instead  can you make a donation to the local animal shelter in our name.  Those puppies and kitties dont have mom and dads to love them.

    Thank you
    Cinnamon and Raisin 

  • Nursenean

    Dear Buster,  Kadee has thin fur and is always cold…she would like a heated bed for Christmas.  Teddie would like some new toys to play with, she has lots of old ones, but would like some new ones.

  • Jebauman

    Dear Buster:
    My name is Johann and I’m a cute little 10 month old Pembroke Corgi.  My mommy wants me to have a nice first Christmas, which includes putting up a Christmas tree (that’s what she told me, but I don’t know what it is yet!).  Mommy thinks maybe Santa shouldn’t put presents under the tree until Christmas morning when I’m ready to open them… what do you think?

    Thanks a lot!
    Your Pal,
    Johann

  • http://www.facebook.com/people/Milton-LauKaitis-Fullam/100003058414050 Milton LauKaitis Fullam

    Dear Buster, 
    My people brought in a little abandoned cat into my house! Can you believe that?! I bark and growl but I know my people would love for me to be friends with her — any advice on how to ignore this cat? Also, I tried grabbing the big cane bone at PetCo but my mommy took it away from me and said I had to wait for Christmas. :( Please make sure she gets it to me!
    -The Miltonator

  • http://www.facebook.com/people/Sara-Donnelly/1786677829 Sara Donnelly

    Dear Buster I have a cat named Jasmine she would love a new fluffy and warm cat bed for Christmas and I also have two ferrets who would love a system of tubes to climb around and play in

  • K9frames

    Dear Buster, 
    I would like to have the cuz balls, but mostly I would like to have more food. Mom thinks that I should be limited but I don’t agree. And if you could throw in some chew bones that would help as well. Thank you for listening, Shadow

  • Lucy Dugan

     Dear Buster, I am having my human type this for me so please excuse any mistakes. If at all possible I would like to give a gift to my arch enemies “THE CATS”. They need a “dog” bed that’s big enough for all 3 of them and maybe a cat tree. I’d like to say I’ve got the Christmas spirit…but really I’d just like to have my bed back and have them get to a High “cat” spot with out pouncing on me and my human. Thank you Lucy Dugan (chihuahua mix)

  • Maria Nazario

    Dear Buster,
    Say doggie dude, your neck looks hefty, even though you are not as big as us. You need to start carrying a larger selection of buckle collars in the 24-28″ range. Those snap ones break fast and really are no match for our houdini skills. And make them cute but manly. Assorted leather colors would be nice. Remember to keep us big guys in mInd for beds, food, treats and clothes.
    Happy Holidays, Oso & Bowzer and our mom Maria

  • guest

    Dear Buster: You might want yto contact petco and tell them in the last 5 days if anyone has placed an order on-line and it said “Thank You For Your Order” do not hold your breath.  There website is not working. I placed one order Monday and one on Wednesday only to have to call my order in and they do not have either order.

    Good luck to those who have not yet received a confirmation e-mail after on-line ordering….Oh and by the way, their paypal site does not work either.  Merry Christmas.

  • http://yorkietails.blogspot.com/ Scrappy

    Buster,

    I just read about this magic wax for dogs called Musher”s Secret!   That would be SO much better for me than those silly boots mom puts on me that make me walk (silly) like a Tennessee Walkin’ horse…also the Boots tend to come off somewhere and get lost in the snow.   Can you start carrying that in some of your stores where there’s snow?   or better yet…have Santa bring me some!

  • http://twitter.com/elmomomi Brenda

    #DearBuster been a really tough year recovering from surgery, my boys Buddy & T-Bone are just wishing for of food and litter for the holiday season.  We rescued these boys and would really hate to see them back at the shelter because their mom is out of work :(

  • Senior

    Dar Buster, is it true Iams is having a silent pet food recall?  Is there some reason you havent notified your customers or put a notice about it on your website?  http://www.petsitusa.com/blog/?p=4609&cpage=1#comment-402511

  • Saaji

    #DearBuster My rescue doggie Jasmine, wishes for food and homes for all the other not as fortunate homeless doggies/puppies out there. She wants everyone to be as lucky as she is

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100002518593189 Laurel Kowalski

    Dear Buster, Can you please tell Santa that kitties Brownie & Cookie in St. Louis would like you to bring a big bag of dog food like Merrick for (my niece’s dog) Trina. Please Buster!

  • http://www.facebook.com/people/Kylie-B-Nave/506719465 Kylie B Nave

    Dear Buster, My name is Smirnoff Ice and I am 10 1/2 years young. I am a happy lovable K9. I am super cute with white hair and brown freckles! My body is just getting too old for my youthful spirit. My joints and hips aren’t what they used to be. I have a huge lump on my left hip; mommy’s hand can’t even cover it! My family has high beds and it is getting difficult to jump up on them and get some ZZZZs. Mommy has tried getting me a doggie step ladder, but I won’t use it for some reason. She also has scooted the top mattresses over so I have two little jumps now instead of that huge high jump. Sometimes I still have trouble jumping up on the beds. I can’t do it and I fall down! It is getting harder for me to get on the couches too! My family has several pet beds for me around the house, but I like to sleep on their beds and snuggle up with everyone on the couch. Do you have any suggestions for my family or me? My Christmas wish list… I would love some yummy in my tummy snacks, hours of fun fabulous toys (squeaky footballs/tennis balls are my favorite type, I love to play catch and keep away), a new raincoat and winter coat (XL), a booty for my (OUCH!) sore foot, and some super clean me shampoo! I get a bath every week and then some, gotta keep my white hair white, looking good, and smelling sweet! Thanks Buster for all your help! Can’t wait to hear back from you! Your new pal, Smirnoff Ice AKA Kissy Toes

  • Catherine1871

    dear buster:i have a dog named anya and she would like to get some bones and a bed

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1597549758 Jennifer Walker

    Dear Buster,  I enjoy visiting PetCo every chance I get. I would like some treats that are good for my joints and a heated bed. I’m an older Dachshund and I get a little sore during the winter. I wear sweaters a lot and a new one would be nice as well. Thank you Buster and I hope you have a very Merry Christmas too!

    Henry

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1696231833 Kristina Ann Svanda

    buster realiy dog ? your pay check lot money buy toy all dogs and cats for christamsa ?
    you have grlifrinds ? you buy your grrifriends toy dog 

  • Anonymous

    Hi Xena! We hope you get your wish and find a new home this holiday season!!

  • Anonymous

    Hi Macintosh! Can you have your human send your mailing information to blog@petco.com? Buster would like to send you something!
    @petco:disqus 

  • Anonymous

    Hi Cinnamon and Raisin! Your Christmas wish is granted! We have made a donation to the Tree of Hope for you. The Tree of Hope raises funds for shelter pets so that they, too, can have warm blankets, food and treats during the holidays. You can learn more about Tree of Hope here: http://on.fb.me/smWe0X. Thank you for thinking about the deserving pets who are waiting for their forever homes. Merry Christmas!

  • Anonymous

    Well Johann, that’s a good question….Are you the type that likes to peek at presents?

  • Anonymous

    Hi Milton! Well, we’re happy to hear that little abandoned cat has a warm home now. But we know it must be a bit of a change for you. We’ll ask our geniuses for some tips. As for that bone….yum…we got distracted for a minute. We bet if you’re good, you’ll see it again!

  • Anonymous

    Hi Oso and Bowzer! Thanks for the heads–well, neck really–up! We’ll pass this along! Happy Holidays!!

  • Anonymous

    Hi there! Are you still experiencing difficulties? If so, please email us at socialmedia@petco.com and we’ll try to help resolve your issue.
    @petco:disqus 

  • Anonymous

    Hi Jasmine! We wish every pet had a warm home and a loving family this holiday season, too. Thank you for your nice wishes. We’ve made a donation for you to Tree of Hope. Tree of Hope raises money for food, blankets and treats for shelter pets so that they have a happier holiday, too. You can learn more about Tree of Hope here: http://on.fb.me/tYpBPr. Happy Holidays!

  • http://twitter.com/PETCOfoundation Petco Foundation

    Cinnamon and Raisin – You have such big hearts!  Thank you so much for making a wish that was granted for homeless puppies and kitties.  Because of you, there are some lucky fuzzies that will have a happier holiday season and hope for the New Year.  Thank you!

  • CNM

    Buster,
    My cats would love a nice big scratching post. Especially after one had to recover from two surgery’s and getting all her teeth pulled out because she was allergic. Thanks so much. Merry Christmas!!

  • Guest

    What kind of dog are you? because I look just like you but I dont know what I am

  • Sharonheintz

    Dear Buster, My name is Gunner and I am a 5 month old german shepherd.  I love my human mom and my 2 other buddies. Sometimes I play a little to rough for Beau ( he is a shih tzu) but I need toys to chew on that I can’t destroy.  I tried to chew the leather sofa and the table chair pads but mom put them off limits.(dad wasn’t too happy about that, or the computer power cord )  Also my humans are trying to help me stop itching.  No fleas and they are switching my food to Nutro Natural Choice because they were told corn can make my skin itchy.  Any ideas that can help me out?

  • Anonymous

    Hi there! Buster gets this question a lot, but the reality is: he’s no specific breed! You must be really cute, too!

  • Kate Swisher

    Dear Buster,I’m Bobo the cockatiel. I love kids, doing tricks and teaching my mommy’s friends and family how great pet birds are! I love to show of and whistle for people! For Christmas I want my own Petco Designer Black Standing Cockatiel Cage.Love ♥Bobo

  • http://twitter.com/luckydoglottery Lucky Dog Lottery

    Dear Buster, I think you and your fellow dogs want Lucky Dog Lottery for the Holidays. It’s a game the whole family can enjoy.

  • spiritdog

    seriously people! it’s time you realize that dogs are not pets nor are they “little people” they are perfect predators shaped by twenty five+ thousand years of evolution into a sacred companion and the ultimate and original beast of burden .   

  • David

    Hello and happy holidays to every body.

    Do you already spend a lot of time deleting unwanted emails from your inbox?  Well, then I suggest you do not sign up for a Petco PALS card.  If you sign up and give them your email address, the spam messages will never stop.  Even the opt-out link the email is useless.

    You will be a lot more merry and bright this year if you say “Goodbye” to Petco and instead shop with a company that does not engage in deceptive marketing practices.

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=655554324 Deborah Cole

    Dear Buster,

    Jack boy would love some more Greenies and Texas Toothpicks for Christmas!!  Merry Christmas!!

  • http://www.pet-super-store.com/html/Double-Donut.html double donut dog bed

    It looks cute for thinking that even dogs have blog nowadays. I will not be surprised that in the future they will have their very own TV show.

  • Danielle Lasater

    Dear Buster,  My name is kiwi and I have a sister named Razz. We would love a cat tower( I promise to share)  or a drinking fountain for Christmas. We have been very good cats this year. I hope we get a tower so I can stop getting in trouble for trying to climb the chirstmas tree- its so shiny!

  • Mary Woods

    Here is my e-mail address you requested:  mwoods529@yahoo.com   Thanks so much

  • Michael Wright

    Dear Buster” I have two older aussie mixes and they are really wishing for some type of soft chew toys.