Question of the Day: Frugal Pet Tips

[WagNBragShane]

<p>Hello WagNBraggers!</p>
<p>The US economy is certainly dominating the news right now. It's more important than ever to stretch your dollar. So, here's today's question for you: What tips can you offer for stretching your pet-related dollars? What money saving tricks do you use to get the most efficient use of your pet care budget?</p>
<p>Please feel free to share your thoughts here, so we can all benefit from your experience.</p>
<p>Thanks,</p>
<p>Shane, WagNBrag Community Moderator</p>

[keefergirl]

<p>Having 3 large dogs, we are always on the search for a bargain. One thing we do is buy dogfood at Walmart&nbsp;instead of&nbsp;pet stores. We save about $4 - $6 per bag. Also we get creative with safe household items and make toys for them instead of buying. Besides, we have yet to find a store bought toy that can stand up to our girls.&nbsp;</p>

[WagNBragShane]

<p>Hello Dolphins Fan,</p>
<p>That's pretty interesting about making your own toys. What sorts of items do you use to make the toys?</p>
<p>Also, our golden retriever Dorrie says to say "Woof!" to Knoxville's own Chad Pennington the next time you see the Dolphins!</p>

[Yoshi]

<p>A home made toy that we make for Yoshi is to tie a tennis ball in an old gym sock.&nbsp; It's a good tugging toy as well as a fetch toy.&nbsp; When the sock gets too dirty, we just use another sock.</p>
<p>Jeff</p>

[Allin1PetCare]

<p>Hi there,</p>
<p>Owning a pet care biz - well, let's just say repleneshing toys can get pricey! :)&nbsp; I use bottles, boxes, string, clothing, tires, you name it! Be creative and you would be surprised at how many things you can come up with if you just let&nbsp;you "doggy" mindset wander...</p>
<p>Be Blessed,</p>
<p>Arlene, All In One Pet Care</p>