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Central Island Healthcare Invites HorseAbility Miniature Therapy Ponies Aiden and Pearl to the Facility
HorseAbility’s miniature therapy ponies Aiden and Pearl are visiting Central Island Healthcare on Thursday, November 9th at 2:15 PM. - October 27, 2017 - Central Island Healthcare
Kathleen R. Smith Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Kathleen R. Smith of Easton, Kansas has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of canine breeding. About Kathleen R. Smith Ms. Smith is a Breeder and Trainer of Golden... - October 12, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
KNEKT TV Announces Hooked on Fashion Tour Date in Hollywood
Focused on Social Good, the Award Winning KNEKT TV announces a Hollywood, California Tour Date of October 20, 2017 at Le Jardin in Hollywood. - October 11, 2017 - KNEKT®tv
Tri-County Humane Society Executive Director Receives Scholarship
Vicki Davis, CAWA, Executive Director of Tri-County Humane Society in St. Cloud, will attend the 2017 SAWA Annual Conference in Miami, Florida, this November as a Legacy of Leadership Scholarship recipient. The 2017 conference topics include the National Council on Pet Population 2017 Research... - October 08, 2017 - Tri-County Humane Society
Elephant Aid International (EAI) Working with Puerto Rico Government to Retire Zoo Elephant to Georgia, USA, Refuge
EAI is coordinating with the Puerto Rico government to retire Mundi, a 34-year-old female African elephant, to EAI’s new refuge in Attapulgus, GA; launching fundraising campaign to cover the cost of the move. - October 04, 2017 - Elephant Aid International
North American Pet Health Insurance Association Elect New President, Executive
The North American Pet Health Insurance Association (NAPHIA) recently elected a number of new positions, including Rick Faucher as the association’s new President, Rob Jackson as its Vice President, Bob Capobianco as the Secretary, and Chris Middleton as the association’s new Treasurer. - September 28, 2017 - NAPHIA - North American Pet Health Insurance Association
Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation to Recognize Retiring Seattle Police Department K9 Patrol Dog Ziva on Oct. 14; SPD’s 1st Female Generalist Patrol Dog Served 7.5 Years
With more than 5000 police calls, 81 felony arrests, 23 misdemeanor arrests and more under her collar, Seattle Police Department’s K9-3 Ziva is ready for retirement this fall before her 10th birthday on Nov.15. In addition to her crime fighting, with her partner A/Sergeant Mark Wong, Ziva’s helped raise more than $40,000 over the years for local animal organizations, including the Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation. SASF will recognize Ziva on Oct. 14 at Raining Cats & Dogs Auction. - September 25, 2017 - Seattle Animal Shelter Foundation
National Band & Tag Company Donates 15,000 I.D. Tags to Help Promote Identification of Pets Displaced by Hurricane Harvey
National Band & Tag Company, a leading provider of identification bands and tags and advocate of accurately identifying animals, is giving back to the Texas community with a donation of 15,000 Texas shaped tags stamped with an I.D. number and “Hearts Bigger Than Harvey.” Tags are... - September 20, 2017 - National Band & Tag
Workplace Safety Trainer, CertifyMe.net, Issues Statement of Concern for Harvey Victims and Shares Essential Flood Safety Tips
Following the devastating flooding in southeast Texas and Louisiana, the safety experts at CertifyMe.net have put together flood safety resources for those affected by Hurricane Harvey. In the midst of widespread home and building loss, storm victims don’t have to lose their lives or the... - September 11, 2017 - CertifyMe.net
Vulnerable Species of Eupleridae (Fossa) Born at Catoctin Wildlife Preserve
Now 10-weeks old, the male and female pair of pups are the second group born at the Preserve in two years. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) lists the species as “Vulnerable,” with their greatest threat in the wild coming from habitat destruction. Fossa are their own unique species, but closely related to Mongoose and meercats. - August 31, 2017 - Catoctin Wildlife Preserve and Zoo
Steve’s Real Food Introduces Two New Ways to Effortlessly Enhance a Kibble Diet Using Freeze Dried Eggs and Goat Milk
Innovations in pet food - August 30, 2017 - Steve's Real Food
HandsOn Gloves Takes Top Honors in Innovative Grooming Products Awards at SuperZoo National Pet Industry Trade Show
The animals in our lives - whether we're talking about the world's most accomplished equine athletes or the most pampered pugs, poodles or calico cats in town - absolutely adore being bathed, groomed, petted and patted with these remarkable gloves. Now there's winning proof that the animals we love aren't the only ones who love HandsOn® Gloves. - August 29, 2017 - HandsOn Gloves
BioExpedition Publishing Announces New Website Launch
The new and completely redesigned website offers visitors richer insight into the world of Dolphins and their activities. - August 06, 2017 - Bioexpedition
Sarah Daane-Froehlich, DVM Honored as a Top Doctor by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Sarah Daane-Froehlich, DVM of Casper, Wyoming has been honored as a Top 100 Doctor by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 30 years in the field of veterinary medicine. About Sarah Daane-Froehlich, DVM Dr. Sarah... - August 04, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Farm Animal Rights Movement to Rally Thousands of Animal Right Activists in the Nation's Capital
What: 2,000 animal rights activists representing 90 organizations from 12 countries When: August 3rd - 6th, 2017 Where: Hilton Alexandria Mark Center Hotel, 5000 Seminary Road, Alexandria, VA 22311 Why: To train, to network, and to plan strategies for the coming year More: 80 sessions,... - July 31, 2017 - Farm Animal Rights Movement
Michael Schoeff: "In 2017, Pup Pee Poo Palace Attends SuperZoo, the Most Popular Trade Show for Pet Industry in U.S."
Pup Pee Poo Palace participates at SuperZoo, one of the most successful events produced by World Pet Association and held in Las Vegas, during July 25-27, 2017. - July 14, 2017 - Michael Schoeff
Monkey Around at the Zoo with Homes for Autism
Homes for Autism will host Monkey Around at the Zoo on Saturday, August 5, 2017 at the Detroit Zoo in Royal Oak, Michigan. Participants can register at www.crowdrise.com/monkey-around-at-the-zoo. Monkey Around at The Zoo will be a family-friendly "FUN DAY" coordinated and contained... - July 13, 2017 - Homes for Autism
"Missionary Dog" by Sarah Perry Available in Hardcover and Kindle
A fun, exciting way to teach children about God’s mission to spread the Good News throughout the world. - June 21, 2017 - Bush Publishing and Associates
Veterans, CA Assemblymen Join Forces to Host 1st Annual Vegan Festival in San Jose July 1st
George, Stephanie Caruthers and CA Assembly member Ash Kalra will be hosting the CA Summer Veg Fest at the Santa Clara Fairgrounds on July 1st 2017 from 11am to 7pm. Sponsored by the CA Endowment. “I want the attendees to know to truths. That the planet we live in is in danger from all... - June 18, 2017 - Summer Veg Fest
Long Awaited Sanctuary to Benefit the Virginia Range Wild Horses
Equine Legacy Ranch (ELR) announces the purchase of over 650 acres of land north of Reno, Nevada, to be used as a sanctuary for Virginia Range wild horses removed from the range and a center for wellness and healing. A partnership between ERL and Hidden Valley Wild Horse Protection Fund will create the largest private wild horse rescue operation and sanctuary in northwest Nevada. Many volunteer opportunities will be created through the establishment of this extraordinary sanctuary. - June 16, 2017 - Hidden Valley Wild Horse Protection Fund
Sonja R. Ethun Honored as a VIP Member by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Sonja R. Ethun of Elk River, Minnesota has been recognized as a VIP Member for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding achievements and contributions in the fields of publishing and online media. About Sonja R. Ethun Ms. Ethun is the Owner of sunnypetsnow.com,... - June 14, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
Casa Dorada on the Forefront of Sea Turtle Conservation Efforts in Los Cabos
Located in an idyllic destination of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, and with a philosophy rooted in supporting the surrounding natural ecology, Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa is committed to the conservation of one of the world’s most beloved creatures, the sea turtle. - May 24, 2017 - Casa Dorada Los Cabos Resort & Spa
Linda Beers Violin Studio Releases New Music Animation Video
New Music Animation Video raises awareness of animal extinction. - May 19, 2017 - Linda Beers Violin Studio
Nova Southeastern University’s Coral Reef Restoration, Assessment and Monitoring Lab Institute Rocks the Ocean with Stream2Sea at the Tortuga Music Festival
Nova Southeastern University’s Coral Reef Restoration, Assessment, and Monitoring (CRRAM) Lab welcomed Stream2Sea to their location on Conservation Village during the Tortuga Music Festival, in Ft Lauderdale, FL. The annual festival hosts “Rock the Ocean,” with a weekend long... - May 13, 2017 - Stream2Sea
1st Annual Official California Summer Veg Fest Comes to San Jose July 1st
The California Summer Veg Fest would like to announce a new partnership with the state of California. - May 08, 2017 - Summer Veg Fest
U.S. Veg Corp's Vegan Fest Bringing the Farm to the City
Farm animals will find a place in the heart of the city, as the seventh annual New York City Vegetarian Food Festival presents two highly respected animal advocates, May 20-21 at the Metropolitan Pavilion in Chelsea. One speaker is Irina Anta. After graduating from Yale Law School, she joined the... - May 03, 2017 - U.S. Veg Corp.
Which Common Places in Massachusetts Are People Most Likely to be Bitten by Dogs?
Serious injuries from dog bites can occur. Learn the signs that may indicate a dog is about to attack from the Law Firm of d'Oliveira & Associates. - April 27, 2017 - d'Oliveira & Associates
Flagler Humane Society Welcomes Newest Board Member George Hanns
Deep Community Ties and Service Background Follow Hanns to FHS - April 22, 2017 - Flagler Humane Society
Spay-Mart Announces $25,000 GiveNOLA Goal
SpayMart has announced its GiveNOLA fundraising goal, with plans to raise $25,000 during the 24-hour event on May 2, 2017. The money raised will support SpayMart’s adoption, foster, rescue, and shelter operations in the greater New Orleans area. - April 21, 2017 - SpayMart, Inc.
4Ocean Announces Biggest Ocean Cleanup to Date
Ocean Trash removal company plans to make Earth Day one to remember. - April 20, 2017 - 4Ocean
Elkwater Investments, Inc Announces Opening of Office for Landshark and Bubba's Coffee in Tampa, FL
Landshark and Bubba's Coffee to open corporate offices in Tampa bay. - April 13, 2017 - Elkwater Investments Inc
Joyce L. Morrison Will be Recognized as Strathmore’s Who’s Who’s October 2017 Biography of the Month
Joyce L. Morrison, of St. Joseph, Missouri, will be recognized as the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Biography of the Month for October, 2017. This honor has been bestowed in recognition of her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Animal Health. - April 11, 2017 - Strathmore Who's Who
Pet Product Manufacturer Pet MasterMind Pet Solutions Announces Launch of New Shopping Website
Pet product manufacturer, Pet MasterMind Pet Solutions, has recently launched a new shopping-enabled website https://secure.petmastermind.com. The shopping-enabled website will feature the company’s growing line of natural pet care products, as well contain a variety of articles written by... - April 09, 2017 - Kelly Hubert
Volunteers Transport Two Puppies to Ellijay, Georgia
A local rescue organization and Doobert volunteers transported two puppies, Gully and Dani, to their new homes in Ellijay, Georgia. - April 07, 2017 - Doobert
Volunteers Transport English Setter to Her Forever Home
A local rescue organization and Doobert volunteers transported an English Setter, Nahla to her forever home in Charlotte, North Carolina. - April 07, 2017 - Doobert
Research Highlights Pet Insurance Best Practices
The North American Pet Health Insurance Association presented new research for veterinarians at the annual meeting of the American Animal Hospital Association. The research highlights the 10 best practices used by veterinarians who are most successful in educating clients about the benefits of pet health insurance. - April 01, 2017 - NAPHIA - North American Pet Health Insurance Association
White River Animal Rescue is Inspiring the Community and Saving Hundreds of Dogs Each Year
White River Animal Rescue, a nonprofit organization, launched a new website and new resources available for foster and adopters. - March 30, 2017 - White River Animal Rescue
The Bow Wow Buddies Foundation Raises Impressive Funds to Benefit Dogs in Need and Kicks Off 2017 with Inspiring Donations
Camp Bow Wow, the Nation’s Largest Pet Care Franchise, Remains Committed to Its Culture of Giving Back by Providing Medical Care for Dogs - March 10, 2017 - Bow Wow Buddies Foundation
New Social Platform, IamAction.com, Offering $25,000 Reward to Help Find French Rhino Poachers
Animal parks throughout Europe are being asked to stay alert and look out for poachers, as they pose a serious threat to the entire animal community and will continue poaching unless stopped. - March 09, 2017 - IAmAction.com
The American Mini Pig Association Launches an Educational Book Series
Mini pigs are quickly becoming a popular and trendy pet. With their rise in popularity has come an increase in pet pigs being abandoned to end up in shelters, rescues, and sanctuaries primarily due to a lack of reliable educational resources on their care and training needs. - February 26, 2017 - American Mini Pig Association
Against the Grain Pet Food Voluntarily Recalls One Lot of Pulled Beef Due to Potential Adulteration with Pentobarbital
Out of an abundance of caution, Against the Grain Pet Food is voluntarily recalling one lot of Against the Grain Pulled Beef with Gravy Dinner for Dogs that was manufactured and distributed in 2015. The 12 oz. Against the Grain Pulled Beef with Gravy Dinner for Dogs that is being voluntarily... - February 14, 2017 - Against the Grain Pet Food
Fashion Unleashed “Barkfast at Tiffany’s” Fashion Show & Vegan/Vegetarian Brunch Fundraiser for Animal Hope and Wellness Foundation
Fashion Unleashed “Barkfast at Tiffany’s” Fashion Show & Vegan/Vegetarian Brunch Fundraiser for Animal Hope and Wellness Foundation Presented by Fashion for Profit and For The Love Events. - February 08, 2017 - Fashion Unleashed
Evanger’s Voluntarily Recalls Hunk of Beef Due to Pentobarbital Exposure in One Batch of Food
Out of an abundance of caution, Evanger’s Dog & Cat Food of Wheeling, IL is voluntarily recalling specific lots of its Hunk of Beef product because of a potential contaminant Pentobarbital, which was detected in one lot of Hunk of Beef. Pentobarbital can affect animals that ingest it, and... - February 03, 2017 - Evanger's Dog and Cat Food Co.
The Push Media Group, The Sports Girls, Christians Tailgate Present Players and Pets and Sweetest Sundaes Houston Super Bowl Celebrity Charity Parties
Two days of Celebrity Charity Super Bowl parties. The first to kick off will by happening on Friday; the Players and Pets Super Bowl Blackout Edition Adoptable Animal Fashion Show and Celebrity Party, followed by a Sunday Watch Party to include a Celebrity Corn Hole Tournament in a Carnival Style atmosphere. Sunday will be a terrific opportunity to mingle with the women behind these amazing athletes: The Professional Football Players Mothers Association. - January 31, 2017 - Push Media Group
What Your Dog Knows About "Alternative Facts" and "Fake News" That You Don't
A new book, entitled "Perceiving Purpose" by author Sanjay Gupta, offers a model for how to examine the truth of what we see by understanding how dogs perceive the world. - January 23, 2017 - Intellectual Press
Two Dogs, a Private Jet, Doobert and a Celebrity
Two dogs were transported by Pilots to the Rescue using Doobert.com and a private jet. They were transported from Teterboro, NJ to Nova Scotia, Canada. - January 21, 2017 - Doobert
Dog in Video is Safe; Owner Being Cooperative
Dog in disturbing video has been checked on by authorities and the owner has made arrangements for the care of all his animals. - January 15, 2017 - Flagler Humane Society
Puppy Bowl Dog "Doobert" Saved by Doobert.com
On February 5th, Animal Planet will be airing its annual Puppy Bowl with a special twist. This year players will include special-needs dogs incluing “Doobert” the dog, who was transported to his forever home using the Doobert.com unique rescue platform. This past August, volunteers... - January 15, 2017 - Doobert
Sadie Goes from the Lone Star State to the Sunflower State
Doobert.com volunteers transported one rescue dog from Junction, TX to her forever home in Topeka, KS this past week. After being picked up off the streets, Sadie ended up in her local city shelter. Now, Sadie had to find her way from Texas to Kansas. After posting on Facebook for volunteers, they came across the transport group, R.A.C.E. The shelter contacted R.A.C.E and they took it from there. Within just one week there was a plan was set to take Sadie all the way to meet her new Mom. - January 12, 2017 - Doobert
Joyce L. Morrison Has Been Recognized as Strathmore’s Who’s Who’s Woman of the Month
Joyce L. Morrison, of St. Joseph, Missouri, has recently been honored as Strathmore’s Who’s Who Woman of the Month for January, 2017. This honor has been bestowed in recognition of her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Animal Health. - December 17, 2016 - Strathmore Who's Who