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Review: Furbliss Silicone Pet Brush

Recently I was given a chance to try the unique looking Furbliss Silicone Pet Brush in exchange for my feedback and review. Part of what makes me a good product tester is that I know that every product is not right for every person, so I try and give as much information on the pros and cons as I can, so you can decide if this is right for you. My cats personally loved it, but read on to see if it might be right for you.

Furbliss cat brush — Here’s what your Furbliss will look like when it arrives

I have three cats, each with varying types of hair so I was really happy that this worked with them all. Let me introduce you to the pets who are going to test the Furbliss brush before going further!

Three cute cats — From left side (top and bottom) to right: Archibald, Bonnie-Belle and Cornelius

Archibald (Archie): Coat type is long and wispy with no undercoat.

He’s a Birman and was abandoned by the pet store to a rescue due to a minor leg issue. Due to not being trained as a kitten and not getting enough love in a home environment, he is the Cattest of Cats. High energy, prey-drive and doesn’t like to be picked up, but will lie between your legs and go to sleep. Permanently a surly teen who has jealousy issues.

Bonnie-Belle (Bonnie): Coat type is short and slightly more wiry, with a dense, soft undercoat.

Named after a twist on the Candy Kingdom Monarch herself Bonnie is shy, sweet and loves us very, very much. She was found on the streets, too young to be away from momma and as a result, loves to lick anything she can find and hides from strangers. Since I’m Scottish and she’s from Quebecois, we decided to name her Bonnie-Belle because it’s the Scottish-French way of saying Bonnibel and it literally means pretty-beauty. She will lose her mind if you throw a cat toy spring for her.

Cornelius: Coat type is soft with an extremely thick, dense and fluffy undercoat that is prone to tangles.

He’s our senior gentlemen, coming with me all the way from Scotland and never leaving my side since. He’s the lover of the family, slightly nervous about new things at first, but curiosity quickly overcomes that and he adapts quickly. Nosy, wants to know everything. Struggles with his weight since life-saving surgery and stomach problems. Loves everyone and will let you cradle him like a baby. Loves tummy rubs.

Onto the brush itself! All of my cats really enjoyed being brushed by it and the fact that it is very small and fits in your hand makes it easier to stealth brush, for cats that tend to attack long-handled brushes. It’s also made of a soft silicone, so I didn’t have to worry about them breaking their teeth when they tried to bite it. (Archie will bite every single brush no matter what, the other two don’t care, he just gets playful.)

The only downside I saw to this brush is that it can build up static very quickly, so if your pet is prone to static, or you have weather that builds static easily, be aware of this.

One of the things I really loved about the Furbliss is that it has a second use. You can use it to take cat hair off of furniture and it does amazingly well at this. You can use a rubber glove to do the same thing, but less effectively and I prefer not to keep a pair specifically for this and honestly, it feels kind of gross. So I’m thrilled I have a brush that does this better. Flip it to the back side and give it a try.

I can definitely recommend the Furbliss Silicone Pet Brush! I felt like it worked best on Bonnie’s short, wiry coat with undercoat and was least effective against the wispy/no undercoat fur of Archie. He still loved being brushed by it though. I would recommend this for those with dogs, or cats with an undercoat.

If you’re interested in getting your own, you can buy it here –http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=38232&rel=1

(Not an affiliate link or anything like that, though I did receive the brush for free to test.)

Brave Little Lion – Save Cornelius

15 Cat Themed products you need in your life

As the owner of three cats, I don’t consider myself a cat person. I’ve always been an animal person. In fact, I used to be afraid of cats for quite a while after my grandmother’s cat bit me. My theory is that people who love animals can generally have great affection for any type of animal, they just need to learn how to be around them. In my case, with the notable exception of insects and arachnids. I have a massive phobia of those, I’m totally aware of how stupid it is, but it persists. Yes, even butterflies.

Bart butterfly Cat themed Loquacious Lorna — **Nobody ever suspects the butterfly!**

I digress; I love animals. Cats and dogs and many more. For some reason, though, cat printed stuff is always so much more adorable than stuff with doggy designs. So in no particular order, here are fifteen cat themed items that I need right this moment. Universe, are you listening? Send them to me!

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5 Must Have items for Indoor Cats

When adopting a cat for the first time, most people know the essentials such as food and water, but often overlook how much a cat actually needs. Quite a lot of times I hear people talk about how cats are easier to care for and more independent, but that is often not the case, especially for indoor cats. You can experience a lot of stressors from having a new indoor cat if you expected a bundle of love and got something more akin to living with an alien being.

Is it worth it? Absolutely. But keep in mind that you have only a little control over the personality of the cat you get and often cats personalities can change as they grow, especially if they are a kitten when you get them. Cat’s who’ve been abused can also develop particular quirks, so make sure you’re well researched before you bring you darling home with you.

So to ease off some of the planning burden at least, I’m going to list you five must have items for Indoor cats. Your mileage may vary in terms of cost and you certainly don’t need to buy the best of everything right away, but these items will make your life a lot easier and your cat a lot happier.

Cornelius relaxed must have new indoor cat loquacious Lorna — **Look at how happy and relaxed this cute little fluffer is!**

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