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  docians on 27/04/2018 - 10:59

  +1

  even at clearance prices I'd shop around first

  eg
  https://www.mypetwarehouse.com.au/chuckit-sport-25-ball-laun… $19.79 save 13.20

  similar item
  https://www.bigw.com.au/product/perfect-pet-ball-thrower/p/8…
  only $2

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    Associateddogcatman @ My Pet Warehouse on 27/04/2018 - 11:09

    +1

    Depends on what you're after though. The Big W thrower will do the trick if you just want a simple ball thrower and don't mind replacing the balls often, but the Chuckit throwers are quite a bit sturdier and the balls themselves (particularly the Ultra range) are a lot stronger for dogs who are prone to breaking/chewing their toys.

    We used to sell a cheaper range of ball throwers, but they weren't nearly as popular because they broke or became brittle far too easily and most dogs would shred the balls within minutes.

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      docians on 27/04/2018 - 11:14

      can I use the Big W thrower with the chuckit balls? ie is there a compatible size among small medium and large

      I have a chewy lab, and use a separate ball just for throwing
      haven't had to replace it yet, as long as I am careful not to leave it with him when not playing fetch

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        Associateddogcatman @ My Pet Warehouse on 27/04/2018 - 11:41

        I'm not 100% sure. I know the medium Chuckit balls are slightly smaller than a regular tennis ball, so they probably wouldn't fit in a regular ball thrower. I can't say for sure if the large size would though.

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        docians on 27/04/2018 - 11:49

        @dogcatman:

        even if chuckit balls are tougher OP, I was comparing the ball launcher/ ball thrower $19.79 (at clearance, full price $33) vs $2 (regular price)

        my point being even at clearance, I'd shop around first
        If I can't find a less expensive item I'd gladly buy from MyPetwarehouse

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        Associateddogcatman @ My Pet Warehouse on 27/04/2018 - 12:13

        @docians: That's what I meant though. If you want something tougher for a dog that chews a lot and/or has a stronger jaw (e.g. a Staffy or Boxer), then I'd recommend going with a Chuckit thrower and ultra-ball over a regular ballthrower because you'll be replacing the balls much less often (which saves money in the long run). If you have a dog who is happy to fetch normal tennis balls and won't destroy them in minutes, a cheaper ball thrower would probably do the trick.

        But from my experience, when we sold the cheaper ball throwers, we received more complaints and refunds because they simply didn't last. The balls would be shredded within minutes, the thrower itself would snap or crack, the cup would warp so it wouldn't hold the balls properly, etc. There's a reason they're only $2. Meanwhile we have customers who have said their Chuckit launchers have lasted years, and they only need to replace the balls when they go missing (or get stolen at the dog park).

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        docians on 27/04/2018 - 18:34

        @dogcatman:
        My dog is a heavy chewer
        Deers antlers are meant to be long lasting chews; they last an hour before being torn to shreds.

        Yet I have been using the
        Same two dollar thrower and ball. He has not chewed his fetch ball. The thrower has not bent or broke, the cup has not warped.

        There must be a reason why the chuckits are under clearance. perhaps their indestructible build has worked against them

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  camel_racer on 27/04/2018 - 11:14

  I am not a fan of MyPetWarehouse - a few bad experiences. To the point I refused to shop with them again.

  Typically their prices are overly inflated & even on sale they are one of the most expensive.

  All that being said, I just bought a dog bed (and a $5 toy to put the price at $50 to avoid $5 shipping), as I am in need of one and the price was actually semi decent (not super cheap, but cheap enough). I feel dirty, but for once from these guys I think there some actual deals in this.

  Edit - that's assuming they don't rescind like they have on me in the past.

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    docians on 27/04/2018 - 11:51

    I usually buy my petfood from them
    No issues thus far

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      camel_racer on 27/04/2018 - 12:17

      Fair enough, guess either I have been unlucky or you have been lucky. Just a FYI, I personally find their food quite expensive, next time you are stocking up I suggest you do a bit of shopping around to other companies and you will likely find it cheaper.

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        docians on 27/04/2018 - 12:19

        I always check with the usual places- petcircle, nettopet etc and give my $$ to the best deal :)

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    nietzsche bargain on 27/04/2018 - 13:51

    The pet e-commerce space is probably a tough one, just like players in the wine e-commerce space are feeling pain. It's entirely commodity goods, and now the expectation on delivery is so high that players can't really compete on it (only lose out if they take longer than 2 days to deliver or charge for delivery).

    I always price check across petbarn, petcircle, mypetwarehouse and others. They are forced to consistently offer discounts to attract shoppers. Tough business to be in with probably razor thin margins.

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      docians on 27/04/2018 - 18:19

      True.
      I wonder though why Aussie brands like Ivory Coat are at a similar price point compared to American brands like Canidae and Taste of the Wild, considering that it must cost a fair amount to transport.

      Surely someone must be making money

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        Sazdawg on 29/04/2018 - 09:53

        I think it's just that much cheaper to produce things in America that when you account for shipping it's still cheaper than doing it here.

        Or it could be like the well known phenomenon of having whatever you want ordered and shipped from Amazon USA being cheaper than if you went to the local store to get it.

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  Prince K on 27/04/2018 - 13:25

  Almost bought the kitter litter thinking it’s a good price. But it’s only for the 10kg bag… I could get the 15kg bag from elsewhere for almost the same price

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    CVonC on 27/04/2018 - 14:09

    Almost bought the kitter litter thinking it’s a good price. But it’s only for the 10kg bag

    Yeah the 10kg bag is cheaper @ $13.99 @ Petbarn right now too.

    I could get the 15kg bag from elsewhere for almost the same price

    You talking about Catmate for $14.99 @ Pethouse?

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      Prince K on 27/04/2018 - 18:37

      I found the Oz Pet pallets from petbarn are darker and leave this black sluggish stuff that smells really bad when the weather is hot. It was fine when I first used it, but in the summer it got so bad I had to dump all the litter.
      I have tried Kitter Litter, got a price match with pet circle and it is so much better. I lost the site I price matched with, but it was about $15 for 15kg too.
      Have you tried the Catmate one? Is it similar to kitter?

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        CVonC on 27/04/2018 - 20:42

        +1

        I too moved from Oz Pet to Kitter for the same reasons. Kitter lasts that bit longer too. I've yet to try Catmate but am keen.

        Maybe you matched it when House (not Pet House, although Pet House is a subsidiary of House) had it for $15 on special.

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  Sazdawg on 29/04/2018 - 10:00

  Dog beds look pretty good, can definitely get cheaper from ebay but the last time I got one it had basically no stuffing.

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  chinezejew on 16/05/2018 - 21:16

  +1

  Dogcatman OP
  Will/ would you pricematch petbarn?
  https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/378291

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    chinezejew on 18/05/2018 - 17:54

    Update.
    Mypetwarehouse does not price match petbarn sale.
    Total bs.
    Petcircle beat no probs.
    Petstock also beat.

    Poor effort mypetwarehouse