The New Year brings promise of change for the better and the opportunity to dream big and follow through on resolutions. While we consider ways to improve ourselves in 2024, we must also think about our furry companions. We love our pets as they come, of course, but are there bad habits to break and better choices for their health and happiness? What better time than the New Year to start!

At Care-A-Lot Pet Supply, we have everything you need for your New Year’s Pet Resolutions. However you want to improve your pet’s health, play and behavior, you will find it here.

For the Pet Who Chews Up Shoes

When a pet gets the urge to let off some steam, anything can turn into a chew toy. Don’t tempt your pup by leaving out your expensive loafers, give them something delicious instead! Benebone offers a variety of resilient chew toys in different flavors and sizes to suit your pet. We promise they taste much better than your shoes!

For the Pet Who Likes to Scratch

Preserve your furniture, and your relationship with your pet. Cats love to scratch, and rather than discourage the behavior transfer it to a scratch toy designed for their pleasure. Smile Paws makes beautiful scratcher houses–in an Izakaya Bar and Coffee Shop–that double as play places. Your cat can hide out inside and claw on the available scratch pads. The K&H Creative Kitty Tunnel offers the same scratching relief with an added track ball feature and space for catnip for extra spiciness.

For the Pet Who Begs at the Dinner Table

One look into those soulful eyes and you want to cave. While the occasional nibble of people food is okay for pets, you don’t want to make it a habit for them. Stuff a KONG treat dispenser or spread a Messy Mutts silicone lick mat with their favorite wet food, some Greek yogurt or some KONG Peanut Butter. If that ends too quickly and they’re back at the table begging, put their food in an Outward Hound puzzle dish to encourage slow feeding.

For the Pet Who Needs More Exercise

The best way to encourage your pet to exercise is to join them! Take your best friend for daily walks and to the dog parks for extra play time. Shop our line of RC Pets, Coastal and EzyDog products for the best collar, harness and lead combination for your dog. When the weather dips low, slip on a fleece pullover or dog coat for an added layer of warmth and some good fashion sense!

For the Pet Who Has “Accidents”

It happens, but there’s no reason to get upset when you find a wet spot on the floor or carpet. With our best selling stain and odor products from Skouts Honor and Nature's Miracle, accidents are no longer a concern. If you’re training a pet in the New Year, be sure to stock up on Carepads to protect your floors. Pet Parents washable diapers are also good if you have an older dog with incontinence, or a female dog who experiences accidents while in heat.

Signing up for our newsletter and Loyalty Club can help you keep up your pet’s resolutions throughout the year. We’ll send you the latest in-store and online savings on the best pet supplies. Make 2024 your pet’s best year yet, and come see us at any of our four locations in Moyock and Hampton Roads.