The Issue of Animal Testing

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The Issue   Over 55,000 dogs are used in biomedical research and chemical experiments in the United States each year.   Beagles are sadly the breed of choice for the same reasons they make great family companions. Beagles are docile, people pleasing, and very forgiving. They are easy to “maintain” in cages and do not […]


We’re Hiring!

Lovable Pets is Hiring

Lovable Pets is Hiring!   We are looking for a hard-working person who loves being around dogs (and sometimes kitties, too.) Some experience working with animals is preferred and great customer service skills are essential. You should enjoy helping both people and their pets. We specialize in all-natural pet foods and supplements, so you should […]


Heart Health Supplements

Valentine’s week seems like the perfect time to talk about heart health!   Just like in humans, a healthy, species-appropriate diet and exercise can help maintain heart health in dogs. But if your pet is older, or has heart issues, extra supplementation can be helpful. Many of our senior pet supplements support heart health, but […]


Featured Supplement: Bone Broth

You may have noticed bone broth in our freezers and on our shelves and wondered what it was all about. Bone broth does more than make food more palatable to our furry friends; it has many health benefits as well. We hope to answer some of the most common questions we hear about bone broth […]


7 Tips for a Pet-Safe July 4th

For many pets, Independence Day and the days surrounding it are the most stressful time of the year. It’s hot, busy, and the world is exploding at night! (Often in spite of fireworks bans.) Since we can’t explain to our pets that the fireworks are celebratory and not threatening, here are some ways to help […]


Adored Beast – Anti-Vaccinosis

Help for Pets who Suffer from Side-Effects of Vaccines This week’s featured supplement is Anti-Vaccinosis by Adored Beast. This supplement has been a customer favorite since we brought it in. If you have a pet who suffers from short-term or long-term side effects of vaccination, this homeopathic blend of thuja and silicea could help to […]


Celebrating 15 Years of Serving the Pets of Billings!

2006-2021 Ellie and Jeremy Hansen first opened Lovable Pets in 2006. 15 years later, here we are, still doing what we love most: helping the pet owners of Billings! We’ve grown a lot over the years, first opening the pet washes, then adding grooming services, and now with two locations and more products than ever! […]


Interview with Author Ellie Hansen

I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Lovable Pets owner, Ellie Hansen, about her book Fly To Me: Extraordinary Lessons of Life and Death From a Little Dog. Two years ago, Ellie’s beloved, feisty Rat Terrier Tyee passed away. In the weeks and months after his death, she began to have unusual experiences. Through many […]