Welcome home to the Greater Cincinnati/N. Kentucky area. Almost three decades ago I was a new comer to town. It often takes time to know where to go for valuable & unique local goods and services. Often we look to sources like Angies List, Cincinnati Magazine (Best of Editions), and City Beat for ideas. The Companies below reflect goods & services you report to us as valuable. No one on the list has been solicited by our Company or by this writer in any way. We simply pass onto you what is best enjoyed by most. We hope you too value this list. Feel free to email your review with additional "finds".Email your reviews to: ppnwelcome@fuse.net

Blessings,
Kyle aka "Nanny"

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ER Pet Services:

CARE CENTER - Cincinnati Animal Referral & 24 HR Emergency - 6995 East Kemper Rd., Blue Ash, OH www.carecentervets.com Office: 530-0911
Board certifies surgery & internal medicine specialists by referral. Walk-in immediate needs provided for 24 hr care. The Tri-State’s #1 & larges hospital combining Surgery, Internal Medicine and ER care. Clients report this ER service is worth any drive.

Grady Animal Hospital - 9255 Winton Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 56231 - www.gradyvet.com - Office: 513-931-8675
A board certified 24 hour ER pet care service. Located on the Westside, north of the Cross County /”Ronald Regan Highway”.

Greater Cincinnati Veterinary Specialists & ER Services - 11 Beacon Dr., Wilder, KY 859-572-0561 www.PetVetER.com

Adoptions, Lost & Sick Pets:

Adopt A Stray - Adopt A Stray.Org is a combined effort of Love Fur Life and Home Veterinary Care. www.AdobtaStray.org

Friends of the Shelter - www.friendsoftheshelterky.org

Hamilton County Auditor - Lost or found dogs can be matched through the Hamilton County Auditor's office. Call (513) 946-DOGS or log on to www.hamiltoncountyauditor.org to link license number to the owner's name and contact information.

PetFinder.com - Adopt a pet dog or cat from animal welfare organizations across the country. www.petfinder.com

The Scraching Post and Meow Mart (Store) - Silverton area. 6958 Plainfield Rd. 45236 Call 984-MEOW for adoption & cat store hours. It is a private, non-profit volunteer adoption center & cat store in operation since May of 1990. The cat toys are unique to this entire Tri-county area. A must see. Rated best catnip anywhere.

SPCA Cincinnati - Cincinnati Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. www.spcacincinnati.org

PET FBI - www.PetFBI.org

PETFINDER - www.PetFinder.com

PETS 911 - www.1888PETS911.org

Cindy Huff Pet Communicator -  A Pet Communicator for consultations when you need to speak with your pet(s) at home or crossed-over. Great for behavioral issues. Visit www.CindyHuff.com for more information. 

Animal Groups:

www.Animal-Outreach.org - Focus on improving public education and awareness of animal issues in OH and spay/neuter assistance program. Cats International 262-375-8852, www.CatsInternational.org Feline behavior hotline including assistance with litter box, scratching and other concerns.

www.FriendsOfTheShelterKY.org - A volunteer org. that opposes cruelty and supports the humane handling of animals. 859-371-8380

4 Paws For Ability - Trains and places service animals to provide people with disabilities with service dogs. 937-374-0385, www.4PawsForAbility.com

Ohio County Dog Wardens’ Assoc. - Names of all dog wardens by county , OH revised code of dog laws, download dog license applications for various counties, www.DogLicense.com

www.SupportPartnersProgram.com - Canine Companions support partners

Therapy Dogs International - Evaluations provided for those who want to offer animal assisted activities in Cinti hospitals, Shriners Children’s Burns Hosp., pre-schools and nursing homes. 513-648-0055, www.TDI-Dog.org

Therapy Pets of Greater Cincinnati - Affiliate of Delta Society that visits healthcare facilities. 513-754-0588, www.TherapyPetsofGreaterCincinnati.org

Tri-State County Animal Response Team - Volunteers from 16 counties in OH/KY/IN during disasters to do search, care, shelter and reunion of animals impacted by the event. 513-313-5113, 513-604-5509, 513-703-7474, www.TriStateCART.com

Holistic Vets:

Robert J. Gaston, D.V.M. - Veterinary Wellness Center 9970 Harrison Ave., Harrison, Ohio 513-367-4111 www.VetWellness.com

Erin Tepe, D.V.M. - Kidred Spirits Veterinary Health Center 4147 Madison Pike, Covington, KY 859-356-2242 www.KidredSpiritsVet.com

Robert E. Neubauer, D.V.M. - Mt. Healthy Animal Hospital, 9199 Pippin Rd., Cincinnati, Ohio 513-931-9127

Pet Insurance:

ASPCA Pet Health Insurance - 1-866-861-9092, www.ASPCAPetInsurance.com/info

PetFirst HealthCare - 1-866-937-PETS, www.www.PetFirst.com

Veterinary Pet Insurance - 1-800-USA-PETS, www.PetInsurance.com

Pet Fun & Enjoyment:

Dog Scouts - A local chapter exits in the greater Cincinnati area. Join the fun as your dog becomes a dog scout! www.dogscouts.com

Pet Fundraising & Volunteering:

Delta Society - Volunteers needed to take therapy dogs to hospitals, nursing homes and schools. For local contact call Glenna Mockbee (513) 754-0588 or visit www.deltasociety.org

Pedigree Interiors - Shop or consign at our non-profit consignment store featuring fine furniture and home accessories. www.ucanclinic.org

PETA - Stopping animal abuse worldwide. www.peta.org

Pet Products:

Dog Crates - www.petsonthemove.com

Hyde Bark (Bakery) - 2727 Erie Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 513-533-0800 www.HydeBark.com

Kong (Toy) - 303-216-2626 www.KongCompany.com

Petguard - A superior wholistic pet food for your pets. Can be found in local stores. More info at www.petguard.com.

Pet Tags - Box 22, Mt. St. Francis, IN 47145 812-952-3200, www.BestPetTags.com

Pill Pockets.com - Pet medication administrator. www.pillpockets.com

Reflective Pet Tags - P.O. Box 84273, Seattle, WA 98124 1-800-910-3263, www.mafpettags.com

Star Chaser Turbo Scratcher - 1-866-217-9607 www.berganexperience.com

Strasse Dog (Bakery) - 604 Main St., Covington, KY 859-431-7387 www.MainStrasse.org/strassedog

Sure Pets Home Pet Parties - Pet parties in your home offering incentives for the hostess and pet lover in YOU! Lots of pet products for fun, frolic and fashion. www.shurepets.com

Tri-Heart Plus - Chewable Tablets for heartworm and hookworms, 1-866-701-1392 www.TriHeartPlus.com

Waggin Tails - Natural & Holistic Pet Food: Super-Premium Pet Specialists. Waggin Tails has been selling natural pet food exclusively for over 10 years. They were selling natural pet food exclusively when on one wanted it! Pets having problems with allergies, digestion, cancer, hair loss, appetite, hip & joint pain have a friend here. The owner, John Gigliotti and his staff can talk with you over the phone at 800-946-8245x13. They can help you choose the best product at www.waggintails.com to fit your needs. A friend once told me, “When you ask a question, you are ready to receive the answer”.

Wellness - 1-800-225-0904 www.OldMotherHubbard.com

www.willow-pets.com - Chewable K9 Select antioxidant formula. Located in Ohio and developed by a registered, Master Dietitian specializing in K9 nutrition. Call 877-484-2945 for more information.

Pet Stores:

Support Your Local Pet Stores!!

Anderson Twp Family Pet Center
Daryl Meyerrenke
www.AndersonFamilyPet.com or 231-7387
Best destination in Cincinnati for pet supplies, toy and non-allergy treats. Boarding & training. Cincinnati Magazine award for best Day-care. Angies list super service award for positive clicker training with Lydia McCarthy. Let's support our Pet Stores whom know quality pet products and food. Daryl & staff are ready to answer your questions regarding food.

The Bird Shoppe - Bird shop with handfed breeding & supplies. www.thebirdshoppe.com

Meow Mart - 6958 Plainfield Rd., Cincinnati Ohio 45236 513-984-6369 Adoptions of cats and kittens Thursday 2 – 6:30 & Saturday 12 – 4. Volunteers welcome to help in the shelter.

Sick & Dying Pets:

Abady Pet Foods - www.abadyfeeds.com

A good introduction to reading the pet lables in stores. Teaches us how to shop for pet food. The raw food diet is introduced too.  A great read for sick & geriatric pets needing more nutritional value from their bowl.

Diabetic Neuropathy - http://laurieulrich.com/jasper/

Faithful Friends Pet Memory Center -

5775 Constitution Drive, Ste C, Florence, KY 41042

Phone: 859-282-6527

www.FaithfulFriendsPetMemoryCenter.com

They understand pets are part of the family. 24/7 transport of deceased pet from home with vet support. Private cremation, burial arrangements, pet caskets, personalized Urns & jewelry, Grief support, Funeral Services & Visitation! Unique to the

tri-county area.

IMOM.org - www.imom.org

Helping people help pets. To better the lives of sick, injured and abused companion animals. We are dedicated to insure that no companion animal has to be euthanized simply because their caretaker is financially challenged.

 

Ohio State University Pet Loss Hotline - 614-292-1823

Pet Angel Memorial Center - IN

www.petangelmemorialcenter.com

Premier pet cemetary with pick-up, funerals, caskets & grief/loss therapy and support. 

Pet Communicator : Cindy Huff Phone 513-310-3997
This is a great way to communicate with your pet who is aging, in pain, terminal, stressed or assimilating within the home.  Reasonable Rates. Visit www.CindyHuff.com for more information.

Pet Loss Hotline - Ohio: (614) 292-1823
Ohio State University Veterinary School
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6:30pm - 9:30pm
http://www.avma.org/careforanimals/animatedjourneys/goodbyefriend/plhotlines.asp

Veterinary Wellness Center - Homeopathic & traditional veterinarian services. Offers alternative care (i.e. acupuncture & herbal). www.vetwellness.com

Spay/neuter Clinics:

All Creatures Animal Hospital - Amelia, 513-797-7387 x 109 Low-cost spay/neuter program. www.All-Creatures.com

Cats International - Feline behavior hotline including assistance with litterbox, scratching and other concerns. 262-375-8852 www.CatsInternational.org

O’Bryonville Animal Rescue OAR - 871-7297 www.TheAnimalRescue.com

UCAN - 1230 West 8th Street,/ C/O 45203 Phone: 513-721-7387 www.ucanclinic.org-
One of the largest spay/neuter clinics in Cincinnati. Mission Statement: Spay/Neuter care to prevent pets from suffering abuse, neglect and euthanasia due to pet overpopulation. Their location is in the downtown area.  A great option for multiple pet family who wants to keep their neighborhood vet and needs this procedure for their pets. Wellness pet care for low income now available. Good pain management for procedures! 

Save Our Strays SOS - Spays and neuters feral/stray animals and returns them to their habitat. 513-768-3600

SPCA Cinti - Low-cost spay/neuter program 513-541-6100 www.SPCACincinnati.org

Spay Ohio - 877-644-OHIO

The Spay/Neuter Clinic - Sharonville 513-772-1092

Specialty Vets:

All Creatures Animal Hospital - 1894 Ohio Pike, Amelia, Ohio - Office: 797-7387 www.all-creatures.com
Advanced medical care with Ultrasound Digital Radiology. Exotic pet care & house calls with pick-up & Delivery is a bonus!

All Animal Eye Clinic - Kerry L. Ketring, DVM11913 Montgomery Rd., C/O 45249 Office: 513-583-7703 www.allanimaleyeclinic.com
An veterinary clinic specializing in eye care for all pets; Member of American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists.

Cat Calls, LLC - House Calls for Cats phone: 600-8191, Dr. D.L. Lawrence, DVM www.KuligaDTC.com
This is a FELINE ONLY mobile vet service that comes to your home. Care for routine, dental and surgical needs provided. Great for cats whom do not travel well and a super alternative for a canine free space!

Springdale-Glendale Animal Hospital - 11081 Springfield Pike, Springdale, Ohio 45246 David Corfman D.V.M. Office: 513-771-7682
This is a board certified full service pet health care facility and certified nutritional consultants. Our clients’ report exceptional results with canine care for cancer treatment.

Tennessee Avenue Animal Hospital - Jim Eimermacher, DVM 1381 Tennessee Ave., C/O 45229 Office: 513-242-2141 www.vcatennesseeavenue.com
Our clients report great results for pain management for their pets during surgical procedures. Known to provide a spinal block for anal surgery! Office visit procedures reported to be conservative to realize the best results for care.

Trainers:

CircleTail, Inc. - 8834 Carey Lane, Pleasant Plain, Ohio 513-877-3325, www.CircleTail.org

Companion Animal Problem Solvers, Inc. - Melissa R. Shyan-Norwalt, PhD,CAAB 317-496-7502 Certified by the Animal Behavior Society, Melissa will make a home visit to help your pets. www.home.earthlink.net/-companion-animal-problem-solvers

Kuliga Dog Training Club - 898 Kieley Place, Cincinnati, Ohio 513-347-0989 www.KuligaDTC.com

Lydia McCarthy, Playful Pooches & Parents - Anderson Twp Family Pet Center 6666 Clough Pike, Anderson, Ohio 513-939-DOGS, www.PlayfulPoochesAndParents.com

Pet Kennels & Resorts:

Pet Suites - www.go2petsuites.com www.go2petsuites.com

Country Cottage Kennels - 3727 Sandal Lane, C/O Office:574-7960 www.countrycottagekennel.com
Located on the Westside, this kennel receives great reports from our clients.

Country Lane Pet Resort - Randy Boyer, Owner 2062 laurel Pt. Isabel Rd., Moscow, OH 45153 513-553-4513 www.countrylanepetresort.com
Recepient ABKA award for kennels. Pets enjoy grassy fields and large play areas. Take I471 to the I275 to River Bend exit then thirteen miles past New Richmond. Find more directions and information on line. Clients give them a 5 star rating!

Veterinarian Information:

The American Veterinary Medical Association - www.avma.org

Business:

Legacy Connection- Meetings in BlueAsh & Downtown. "Alone we are Limited, Together we are Boundless" for the new business owner.  Visit www.LegacyConnection.com for more details and membership information. 

Car:

Performance Toyota - 5676 Dixie Highway, Fairfield, OH 45014 www.PerformanceAutoPlex.com or 513-874-8797
After two Toyota vehicle purchases for our family, we "found" Performance Toyota. It is well worth the drive to the Tri-County area. Their large lot has an abundant amount of cars in stock. The sales* *staff is* low key and low pressure.

 

Ron's Sunoco - 332 Greenup st., Covington, KY 41011

www.859-491-4487

Jeff the manager is great!! Known to service a '68 Dodge Dart, mid 80's Toyota Corolla and late 80's Toyota Camry and recent models. Dependable diagnosis and low rates make them a win/win according to quit a few pet lovers.

Spradlin Imports - Michael Blomer, General Manager
11564 Gondola St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45241-1802
http://www.spradlinservice.com/ or 513-771-7377
"Servicing: Honda, Acura, Mazda, Nissan, Subaru, Toyota" 
We were delighted to find an honest mechanic with integrity. The establishment is clean as a pin. Bonus is the Costco right down the street in the Tri-County area. Feel free to share your experience with us about this mechanic by emailing us and telling your friends.

Clothes:

Dress for Success
135 W. Fourth St., Cincinnati, OH 45202
www.DSSCincy.org or 513-651-3372
A super place to donate your business clothes AND shop for gently used items! Donations accepted Thurs. 10am -3pm and monthly on the first Sat. 10 – 2pm.

 

Saul's Value Store
817 Monmouth Ave., Newport, KY 41071
859-581-1304
No website here, just good honest customer service for men's suites, work clothes, shoes and accessories. It is truly a blast from the past. The owner is third or fourth generation. They are written-up countless times in Cincinnati Magazine & the Enquirer.  We were delighted at the service and the best prices in town. You will enjoy the atmosphere. Open 7 days M/S 9 – 6, Sun 11-4:30.

Best (Human) Food:

Dale Stokes Berry Farm
www.DaleStokesBerryFarm.com or 231-7387
Pick-your-own berry farm known for an exceptional anti-oxidant, cancer-fighting *Black* *Raspberry* usually available to pick in mid to late June for two weeks only! Blink and you miss them. Frequent calls to check ripeness may make the drive. In the  winter we enjoy no-cook, low sugar, freezer jam made at their peak of freshness. Studies performed by Ohio University on 65 acres show exceptional size and flavor in this berry. Very unique in any part of the country! Strawberries, Yellow/Red/Purple Raspberries are available too. Enjoy

Bard's Burgers
3620 Decoursey Ave, Latonia, KY 41015
859-261-9115
Well worth the trip. Fresh cut fries. Poutine is the unique fare. Chef is from Canada. Gravy & fresh cheddar (white) on the fries. Umm! Hand dipped shakes too. We hear the Bangles team visit after home games. We now know why. It ROCKS! Open late night after bars close too.

Findley Market
www.findleymarket.org or 231-7387
Local farmers, fish mongers, butchers and bakers converge each weekend to meet the needs of our city in Over-the-Rhine. Come as early as 7am for the best parking on Saturday (the best fruit/veg day). The ideal day to shop may be Friday with less crowds. A favorite meat vendor can be found at Eckerland Meats. Award winning Goetta  & lean Ground Meat is best. Siagon Market and Heist Seafood are historic vendors. They have been Market favorites for decades and found on the outside perimeter. Bring your cart! 

Jungle Jims International Market
5440 Dixie Highway, Fairfield, Ohio 45014 674-6000
www.JungleJims.com
Six acres of international food under one roof located on Rt. 4 in the Tri-County area just north of the I275 loop and I75. Take two hours to fill your cart with cost effective fruit, veggies and imports. It is the real deal!

Trader Joes
www.TraderJoes.com
As of this writing, the Kenwood location on Montgomery Rd. near Kenwood Rd. by the Kenwood mall, does not appear on-line as a new store. Never fear, just look in the white pages for information. It is well worth the drive for low costs, fresh produce and good customer service. Enjoy.

Home "Green" Care & Services:

Alison Warm Moss - www.cincinnatilivingonline.com
513-518-1140 www.Alison.Moss@Comey.com  
Alison Warm Moss is a real estate agent with Comey and Shepherd Realty in Cincinnati, Ohio. she has been a licensed Real Estate Agent working in property management, office sales, multi-family, investment property, and residential sales.  Sell, "Recycle your property" to those who want it the most!

All Clean Chimney Sweep
Clarence Greene, Owner 513-293-0882.
Mr. Greenes' zest for detail offered our family the opportunity to rehab our chimney without "rerouting" it up the side of our home. He saved us thousands of dollars at a modest rate! We offer him as a possible choice for your home restoration solution.

 

Best Friend Errand Service 283-4535 or see www.bestfrienderrand.com. Complete home and business concierge service. 


Cincinnati Decluttering & Organization - www.i-declutter.com
Fung Shei, organize or downsize your home and office to release your intellectual power. Janice Ash is award winning and recipient of Angies List Super Service Award.

Covington Re-Use Center - 315 E. 15th St., Covington, KY 41011 www.covingtonreusecenter.com 859-291-0777

Nu-Build - 2419 Beekman, Cinti, Ohio 513-471-5500 (2nd store)

Non-profit organization with mission to facilitate building, deconstruction and reuse/recycling of recovered building materials. "Keeping building materials out of our landfills & saving your money!"

Homewatch Caregivers - 2367 Victory Pkwy, Ste 110, Cinti, OH 45206 www.homewatchcaregivers.com/cincinnati-metro

Phone: 513-407-9824 

Celebrating the right to live with dignity and independence. Child Care, Health Care/Recuperative Care & Transportation Services at home.