Animals & Pets News
Enjoy the creature comforts with news about companies, retailers and leaders in the animal and pet care industry. Highlights include pet products and services, resources, accessories, research and partnerships of interest to animal and pet owners and those who cater to them.
Eventing Clinic with Andreas Dibowski
For only the second time, 4-time Olympic German Eventer Andreas Dibowski will hold a clinic in North America. - September 07, 2016 - American Trakehner Association
Hefty Hounds Announces Launch of New Website
New State-of-the-Art Website Introduced for Large Dog Apparel Company. - September 04, 2016 - Hefty Hounds
Innovation Direct™ to Spearhead Marketing Efforts for Paxton Specialty Pet ID Invention
An innovative new product designed to greatly simplify the task of keeping track of one’s pet, as well as provide easily accessible contact information should a pet get lost, the Paxton Specialty Pet ID, has been developed by inventor Rosemarie Paxton of Stephenville, Texas. The... - September 01, 2016 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Trailblazing Tails to Host Pet First Aid and CPR Training to Help Save Pets' Lives
"According to the AAHA 1-out-of-4 more pets would survive, if just one pet first aid technique was applied prior to getting emergency veterinary care." - Pet Tech - August 28, 2016 - Trailblazing Tails, Inc.
Volunteers Transport Deaf Puppy Over 1,000 Miles
A deaf puppy named Doobert, after the Doobert.com software, was transported to a foster in Virginia with the help of volunteers. - August 27, 2016 - Doobert
Doobert.com and Liberty Transport USA Team Up to Transport Three Dogs
This past week, volunteers came together using the Doobert.com software to transport three dogs from Dallas, TX to Denver Dachshunds Rescue in Colorado Springs, CO. These unique and friendly dogs need new homes so they can finally receive the love they deserve. In the meantime, Denver Dachshunds... - August 25, 2016 - Doobert
World’s Friendliest Pet App Launched
mCruncher launches World's Friendliest Pet App. - August 25, 2016 - mCruncher
Unleash Magazine Launches Sidoop, the Marketplace for Artisan-Crafted Products for Dogs
Pet owners can find authentic, unique apparel, accessories, leashes, collars, grooming items, and more at Sidoop, the first online marketplace dedicated to our canine companions - August 10, 2016 - Unleash Media Group
Veterinarians Key to Higher Use of Pet Health Insurance
The North American Pet Health Insurance Association (NAPHIA), in conjunction with Lieberman Research Worldwide and John Volk, senior consultant, Brakke Consulting, recently completed a major two-part market research study. After first querying pet owners about pet health insurance, NAPHIA then surveyed veterinary practitioners on the insights gained from the pet owner research. - August 08, 2016 - NAPHIA - North American Pet Health Insurance Association
Cuddle Clones Completes Acquisition of Cartoonize My Pet
Cuddle Clones, an online retailer of custom plush pets, announced that it has completed the acquisition of Cartoonize My Pet. - August 04, 2016 - Cuddle Clones
Preferred Jewelers International Welcomes Michael & Sons Jewelers Into Its Network
Reno, Nevada-based Retailer Now Offers “Experiences that last a Lifetime™” - August 01, 2016 - Preferred Jewelers International
Doobert Volunteers Transport Future Service Dog to New Four-Year-Old Owner
This past week, volunteers drove a future service dog, Snoopy, to her new home in Pe Ell, Washington to help her new owner, four-year-old David. Snoopy was one of two puppies to survive her six puppy litter at Bubba’s Rescue in Waldron, Arkansas. Volunteers at Bubba’s Rescue then... - July 30, 2016 - Doobert
Honoring the Animals Invites Pet Owners to Submit Their Pet's Name
Honoring the Animals will be held on National Pet Memorial Day and pet owners are being asked to submit their pet's name to The HTA Memorial Program Book. - July 28, 2016 - Chance's Spot
Volunteers Use Doobert.com to Transport Dog from Florida to California
On July 16, volunteers transported rescue dog Jade from Florida to California to save her from death row. - July 26, 2016 - Doobert
Kids Adopt a Shelter Organzies 4th Annual Pet Adoption Fashion Show
Kids Adopt a Shelter (or K.A.S) announces their 4th Annual Pet Adoption Fashion Show to be held at Petco in Massapequa to fundraise for animal shelters and help get their pets adopted. - July 23, 2016 - Kids Adopt A Shelter
3 Abandoned Puppies Rescued by Doobert.com Volunteers and Transported to Delaware
On Saturday, July 9th, three puppies starving in an abandoned house in Northampton County, NC were transported to safety in Middletown, DE by Doobert.com volunteers. Northampton County Animal Control found the emaciated puppies in an abandoned house. The past owners of the house received warrants... - July 19, 2016 - Doobert
Lavish Pets is Set to be a Glowing Success at the SuperZoo Pet Product Expo in Las Vegas with the Release of Gloture - The World’s First Glow-in-the-Dark Dog Clothing
Lavish Pets Designer Fashion and Accessories for Dogs and Cats, is home of the brands Gloture: Glow-In-The-Dark Couture where Safety meets Fashion, Bella Poochy: Fashion For the Polished Pet, and the Relax-N-Go: A Multifunctional Pet Carrier. The new products will be on display the SuperZoo Pet Products Expo in Las Vegas August 2, August 3, and August 4 at Booth # 13293 in the Rodeo Drive Section. - July 15, 2016 - Lavish Pets
Luma-Tech Introduces LumaSoothe – the Home-Use, Non-Invasive, State-of-the-Art Low Level Light Therapy Treatment Device for Dogs and Cats
New Home use Light Therapy device for cats and dogs that delivers effective treatment at an affordable price. - July 12, 2016 - Luma-Tech, LLC
Bark Busters Introduces The WaggTagg in Time for Lost Pet Prevention Month
In honor of Lost Pet Prevention Month, Bark Busters introduces the WaggTagg, a pet identification tag that makes it easy to find a lost dog. - July 11, 2016 - Bark Busters
Five Chihuahua Puppies Transported 1,082 Miles by Doobert Volunteers
Doobert.com and Animal Rescue Flights teamed up for a cross-country transport of five puppies to their new home. - July 08, 2016 - Doobert
Pet Nibbles Unveils New Website for Showcasing Pet Products
Pet Nibbles is all about homemade all natural pet treats! Pet Nibbles makes them, packages them, and the delivers these fantastic treats directly to you. Pet Nibbles is a small family business located in Washington state, and use only the best ingredients for your pet. They are constantly seeking out new recipes for healthy homemade treats for both cats and dogs. - July 07, 2016 - Pet Nibbles
North American Pet Health Insurance Association to Provide Separate Data for Both U.S. and Canada
The North American Pet Health Insurance Association has released its 2016 State of the Industry Report, which tracks key benchmarks in the pet health insurance (PHI) industry. Unlike previous reports, this year’s report breaks down the data for each country’s (U.S. and Canadian) PHI... - June 28, 2016 - NAPHIA - North American Pet Health Insurance Association
Canine Solutions Training Services Grand Reopening to be Held August 27, 2016
Canine Solutions Training Services tol hold a grand reopening event at its new training facility in Kittery, Maine on Saturday, August 27, 2016. - June 24, 2016 - Canine Solutions Training Services
Sit Means Sit Miami Dog Training Opens Miami Location
Sit Means Sit Miami offers comprehensive dog training sessions in and around Miami. Sit Means Sit Miami is latest addition over 120 successful locations across the US and Canada. - June 19, 2016 - Sit Means Sit Miami Dog Training
Pet Industry and Disney Urge Responsible Ownership as Animated Film Finding Dory Gets Ready for Release Friday
The animated Disney film Finding Dory opens this Friday and the pet industry, in partnership with Disney, has launched a campaign promoting the responsible and safe handling of fish and aquariums. Finding Dory is about a loveable but forgetful blue tang, a saltwater fish that is captured in the... - June 17, 2016 - The Ocean Floor
The Little Red Dog to Celebrate Over 1,000 Dogs Rescued and Adopted During Annual "Pups at Pittsford" Founder’s Day Event & Fundraiser
Hundreds of owners and dogs expected for a day of entertainment, prizes and 100 dog pack walk at Pittsford Park in Orange County. - June 17, 2016 - The Little Red Dog, Inc.
Austin Dog Alliance Celebrates Grand Opening of Kennel and Education Center with Tours, Live Music and Libations on Friday, June 17.
New facility will allow non-profit to expand programs to aid adults with disabilities and post-traumatic stress, as well as its therapy-dog outreach programs. - June 16, 2016 - Austin Dog Alliance
North America Dominates Global Pet Food Market, Says New Report
Market Research Hub includes new market research report "Global Pet Food Industry 2016, Trends and Forecast Report" to its huge collection of research reports. - June 09, 2016 - Market Research Hub
EDI Gateway Inc. Announces Its Launch of New VAN Services Cementing Its Position as the Leading One- Stop-Shop EDI Provider in Canada
EDI Gateway, a Gold Certified Microsoft partner, announced the launch of its new VAN services. In its unwavering commitment to excellence, EDI Gateway continues to embark on new partnerships and collaborative efforts, to further compliment the quality of business solutions and services it offers,... - June 02, 2016 - EDI Gateway
mycity.dog Hosts Nation’s First Dog Fashion Week, Omaha FURshion Week
mycity.dog, a web-based community connecting dog owners with dog-friendly businesses and services, will host Omaha FURshion Week June 3rd and 4th in Omaha, Nebraska. Omaha FURshion Week, spearheaded by mycity.dog and Benson First Friday, will be the country’s first official fashion week... - May 26, 2016 - mycity.dog
MSD Pets - Diary Software for Dogs, Cats, Birds, Rodents, Reptiles, Etc.
MSD Pets is a new Windows software designed to allow pet owners to make annotations about the life and events of their loved animals. - May 26, 2016 - MSD Soft
EarthWise Redwood City Open Its Doors to Pets and Pet Lovers
The ultimate destination for pet lovers debuts in Redwood City today, with its grand opening in July 2016. - May 17, 2016 - EarthWise Redwood City
Angelic Claws Introduces Pet Sitting Service in Suffolk County, NY
"Angelic Claws" launches in-home pet sitting services in Suffolk County, NY. It includes house sitting, pet transportation, pet waste removal service, alternating lights or curtains of the client's home, errand service, mail/newspaper retrieval, watering plants with basic pet sitting service. - May 11, 2016 - Angelic Claws and The Ruff Pet Sitting
DNA Art Gallery Launches New Pet Product Line
The Pet Portraits are for those interested in getting one's beloved pet’s unique genetic profile as art. With a saliva or hair sample from a furry companion, a personalized portrait made from the DNA profile by DNA Art Gallery LLC. - May 07, 2016 - DNA Art Gallery LLC
For Chicken Coops, Smarter Designs Introduced by Eggshell Online
With smarter designs and changes in the manufacturing process behind-the-scenes, EggShell Online believes that it is set to introduce even better options with a wider catalogue of chicken runs and coops in the UK. - April 28, 2016 - EggShell Online
MJ’s Pet Spaw is Pleased to Offer a Wide Variety of Premium Pet Services at an Affordable Price
At MJ’s Pet Spaw, they pride ourselves on providing a luxury pet experience at an affordable price. From professional grooming to basic training and dog walking, they offer a variety of services and solutions and a fun, safe, spa-like environment for you and your four-legged loved ones. - April 27, 2016 - MJ's Pet Spaw
Hoboken Teens Offer Professional Dog Photo Shoots to Benefit Liberty Humane Society. 4th Annual Fundraiser Has Earned $5000 to Date for Local Humane Society.
Madeline and Cameron Hartshorn, daughters of Hoboken photographer Mac Hartshorn of Hartshorn Portraiture are offering studio pet portraits to benefit the Liberty Humane Society (LHS). For the month of April the girls are offering a pet portrait package. 100% of the fee goes to the LHS. - April 08, 2016 - Hartshorn Portraiture
It’s a Dog Lover’s Weekend - Art, Fashion, and Fun
Synergy Fine Art Gallery presents a Dog Lover’s Weekend featuring contemporary animal artist Barbara Rush. The weekend kicks off with an Art Opening Reception, Friday, April 1, 6 pm to 9 pm. Saturday and Sunday (April 2 & 3), dog rescues will show off dogs available for adoption, and anyone with a dog is invited to participate in a variety of free activities including: Scavenger Hunts, Dog Fashion Shows (starring your dog), Bark Offs, and Trick Offs. - March 30, 2016 - Synergy Fine Art Gallery
Veterinarian and Author Supports Animal Charities with Proceeeds of New Book
Dr. Liz Fernandez, DVM Supports Animal Rescue Organizations, including the National Search Dog Foundation with New Book, “Sacred Gifts of A Short Life.” - March 19, 2016 - Dr. Elizabeth Fernandez
EDI Gateway Inc. Announces Partnership with Sologlobe Inc.
EDI Gateway, a Gold Certified Microsoft partner, announced its new partnership with Sologlobe Inc, a consultant and developer of Warehouse Management System (WMS) & Manufacturing Execution System (MES ). In its unwavering commitment to excellence, EDI Gateway continues to embark on new... - March 15, 2016 - EDI Gateway
Rescue Alert - Chi Chi the Quadruple Amputee Golden Retriever Comes Home to America
On Friday the Golden Retriever who was tortured and left for dead in a trash bag in Korea, will conclude her overseas journey and begin her new life at home in the United States. Chi Chi (which means “loving”, in Korean) will arrive at LAX at 1:30PM PST, accompanied by her Korean caretaker, and veterinarian. Before she is united with her new family in Arizona, members of the press are invited to to film the “Welcome Home” celebration. - March 11, 2016 - Animal Rescue Media Education
Colors and Prints Collide in Lion + Wolf’s New Collection of Pet Beds
New pet accessories company launches, targeting design-conscious pet owners. - March 05, 2016 - Lion + Wolf
Dog Lovers Can Pursue Dog Training Career at Valley's New Arizona Dog Smart Academy
The animal trainer industry is projected to grow at 11 percent until at least 2022, making it a great first occupation or second career after retirement. - March 04, 2016 - AZ Dog Sports
Innovation Direct™ Designated as Licensing Representative for Animal Safety Belts Invention
A simple yet useful new product for pet owners everywhere, the Animal Safety Belts, has been developed by inventor Marion Rice of New Haven, Connecticut. The invention’s unique design provides pets with a priceless measure of security when traveling in vehicles. The Animal Safety... - March 04, 2016 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Dog Writer's Association of America (DWAA) Chooses Dorice Stancher as Broadcast Award Finalist
The most recognized professional writing association devoted to dogs, The Dog Writer’s Association of America (DWAA), has chosen local dog trainer and journalist, Dorice Stancher, MBA, CPDT-KA as one of four select finalists from thousands. - February 11, 2016 - Canines Can Do, llc
Electrobraid Joins A Home for Every Horse
A Home for Every Horse is excited to announce a new partner Electrobraid (http://www.electrobraid.com/) in 2016. Electrobraid has joined forces with A Home for Every Horse to continue and expand on their ability to collaborate with 501c3 rescues. Since its inception in 1996, ElectroBraid has aided... - February 10, 2016 - Equine Network, LLC
Sammy’s Hope Feline Valentine’s Day Special on Certified, Pre-Owned Cats
Reduced Cat Adoption Fees and Much Love - February 09, 2016 - Sammy's Hope
Dr. Liz Fernandez, DVM Launches “Sacred Gifts of A Short Life” with Proceeds Supporting Animal Advocacy
Trusted Veterinarian, Dr. Elizabeth Fernandez, DVM, better known as "Dr. Liz," is scheduled to pre-launch her debut publication, "Sacred Gifts of A Short Life" releasing in Spring 2016 via ValStar Publishing. Pre-launch proceeds are set to benefit animal rescue and advocacy groups nationwide. - February 09, 2016 - Dr. Elizabeth Fernandez
Innovation Direct™ at Helm of Promotional Campaign for Easy Leash Invention
An innovative and useful new product targeted at dog owners, the Easy Leash, has been developed by inventor Daniel Bilby of Lewisburg, Pennsylvania. The invention’s unique design greatly simplifies the task of allowing a pet to take care of a basic necessity with minimal inconvenience to... - February 03, 2016 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
New, Canned Bravo Dinners Simplify Serving a Healthy Meal
Delicious Grain and Gluten Free Canned Dinners for Dogs and Cats. - January 31, 2016 - Bravo Pet Foods