Shopping guides

Picks for a specific need, chosen by criteria we state up front, with today's prices and the store for each.

• Halloween costumes for dogs, big ones includedDog Halloween costumes that are in stock now, with sizes, size guides and prices, including options that come in large dog sizes.27 picks
• Dog treats from small bakeriesDog treats made by small, independent dog bakeries: macarons, biscuits, homemade bites and more, with prices, flavors and shipping from each bakery.23 picks
• Dog treats without chickenDog treats whose makers name a main ingredient other than chicken, like beef, salmon, lamb, peanut butter or pumpkin, with prices and stores.28 picks
• Dog sweaters and coats, with size guidesDog sweaters and winter coats in stock now, with the sizes each comes in, the maker's size guide and prices from each shop.26 picks
• Natural cat litter made from plantsCat litter made from walnut shells, corn, wheat, pine, grass seed, tofu or paper, with prices, pack sizes and shipping from each shop.20 picks