Animals & Pets News

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New Device Helps Train Parrots to Stop Screaming

A new training device finally solves the problem of pet parrot screaming. - September 25, 2013 - Stop Screaming Polly

Jumper Calcutta Trophy Established

The American Trakehner Association will now award a trophy to the winning jumper horse's owner in the annual ATA Jumper Calcutta. - September 18, 2013 - American Trakehner Association

Traveling Cats Celebrates Fall and Halloween with Related Cat Pictures

Traveling Cats, a blog featuring cat pictures from around the world, wants to get its readers into the mood for the upcoming fall and Halloween season. The blog will soon start to publish fall and Halloween-related cat pictures and is already accepting cat photo submissons from its readers. This is your chance to turn your cat into a blog star. - September 16, 2013 - Vanessa Morgan

More Than 480,000 Pounds of Pet Food Shipped to Shelters in July and August

From mid-July through late August, Rescue Bank® shipped more than 480,864 pounds of pet food (489 pallets) to rescue groups and shelters in Tennessee, Nevada, Georgia, California, Missouri, Ohio, Iowa, Illinois, South Carolina, New York, and Texas. These food donations were made possible by... - September 14, 2013 - GreaterGood

Virginia Veterinary Medical Association Announces 2013 Rabies Awareness Week

Veterinary Association Sponsors Statewide Rabies Awareness Week - September 14, 2013 - Virginia Veterinary Medical Association

The Pooch Coach Chosen by Best Friends Animal Society as the Official Dog Trainer for Their San Francisco "Strut Your Mutt" Event

The Pooch Coach will be the official “Ask A Trainer” for the first annual Best Friends Strut Your Mutt event in San Francisco on September 21, 2013. http://www.strutyourmutt.org/sanfran Last year, nearly 11,000 people nationwide took part in Best Friends Animal Society’s Strut... - September 14, 2013 - PoochCoach

RunningK9.com Store Launched to Meet Needs of Active Dogs

Springer America, Inc. President Recommends Harnesses, Leashes, Accessories for Larger, Active Breeds - September 11, 2013 - Springer America, Inc.

Montclair Disaster Relief Canine: Animal Planet Documentary Pays Tribute to Hero Dogs of 9/11 in Documentary Special

Premiering in the United States on Tuesday, September 10 at 8pm ET/PT Animal Planet is airing Hero Dogs Of 9/11, a one-hour documentary special that chronicles the legacies of working dogs at Ground Zero. The program includes Frank Shane from Upper Montclair, N.J. and his Disaster Relief Canine Nikie who worked on Ground Zero for nine months. It pays tribute to all the unheralded dogs that were part of the rescue and recovery efforts. - September 10, 2013 - k-9 Disaster Relief

Snaggle Foot Round Lake Pet Sitters & Dog Walkers Receives 2013 Best of Round Lake Award

Round Lake Award Program Honors the Achievement - September 06, 2013 - Snaggle Foot Dog Walks and Pet Care

26 Bars & a Band Debuts an Innovative Walking Solution Designed to Make Walking Your Dog Simple and Convenient

Already an Editor's Choice winner, stride™ brings simplicity and convenience in walking the dog. Stride's multiple features will help dog lovers do more with less and take the next step toward a meaningful shared walking experience. - September 06, 2013 - 26 Bars @ a Band

Colorado Dog Author is Making a Difference

“If you love dogs, you’ll love this story. By the time you finish the introduction, you’ll be hopelessly hooked on the idea that you’re going to read a book with a dog talking to you..” --Mile High Dog Magazine - September 02, 2013 - Michelle Jansick

Equine Back in Action is Offering Improved Services for Horses

Equinebackinaction now offers services using the Mctimoney animal manipulation technique. - August 28, 2013 - Equine Back In Action

Earth Heart Sponsors 2013 GoToRovers.com 5K Fun Run/Walk for Pets to Benefit Tails Humane Society at Backer’s Total Pet Expo

Earth Heart joins GoToRovers.com at Backer’s Total Pet Expo to help Tails Humane Society raise much needed funds. - August 20, 2013 - Earth Heart Inc.

New Innovative Pet Bed Design; Pet Comfort Beds Prevent Bunching Up of Bedding and Allows Customized Plushness for Your Pet; Visit Petcomfortbeds.com

Pet Comfort Beds LLC is bringing a new innovative patent pending pet bed design to the marketplace. Pet Comfort Beds prevent bunching up of bedding and allows pet owners to customize the plushness and thickness of their pets bed to insure their comfort. Pet Comfort Beds and Pet Comfort Pad Inserts are sold separately and are available in various colors and crate sizes to fit all pets. Pet Comfort Beds insure Comfort For Your Pet. - August 07, 2013 - Pet Comfort Beds

Giving Second Chances to Cats in Need

Jusani Culture, a company designed to help pets in the care of the nation’s nonprofit rescues and shelters, is happy to announce its sponsorship of the Second Chance Sheridan Cat Rescue from August 5 through August 18. - August 07, 2013 - Jusani Culture

North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Names Dr. David Linzey as New President

NCVMA Selects Veterinarians from Across the State to Serve on 2013-2014 Executive Board - August 07, 2013 - NCVMA

The Monmouth County Underdogs Announces Doodle Rescue Collective, Inc. (DRC) as a Donation Recipient

The Monmouth County Underdogs is proud to announce the selection of Doodle Rescue Collective, Inc. (DRC) as one of the rescue organizations that will receive a portion of funds raised at our upcoming event, “The Power of Positive Training with Victoria Stilwell.” “The Power of... - August 06, 2013 - The Monmouth County Underdogs

Ypsilanti Animal Clinic Celebrates 32 Years of Ann Arbor Area Veterinary Care

This August, 2013, Ypsilanti Animal Clinic, the veterinarians, and veterinary staff will celebrated 32 years of veterinary excellence in the Greater Ann Arbor area community. - August 02, 2013 - Ypsilanti Animal Clinic

Trends Expert Daniel Levine Points to Pooch Pampering as Our Absurd New Obsession

Should doggie ice cream, doggie tattoos and DogTV make us pawse? - July 31, 2013 - Daniel Levine

LaGrange Plaza: PetSense Grand Opening

LaGrange Plaza to hold PetSense grand opening on August 10th. - July 31, 2013 - Crossman & Company

Tropical Fish Wholesaler Sun Pet Ltd. Lands a Great Catch with an Aberrant Scopas Tang

Sun Pet Ltd., an Atlanta based tropical fish and live animal wholesaler imports a rare aberrant Scopas Tang from Indonesia. - July 30, 2013 - Sun Pet, Ltd.

Hicksville Animal Hospital Announces "Summer of Love" Pet Adoption Program

Island Trees Veterinary Hospital in Hicksville, Long Island announces the "Summer of Love" pet adoption program entitling Nassau County residents a free initial pet wellness exam and $25 coupon towards Hicksville veterinary services (preventative and health maintenance), with the adoption of a pet. - July 27, 2013 - Island Trees Veterinary Hospital

The Monmouth County Underdogs Announces Husky House Rescue as a Donation Recipient

The Monmouth County Underdogs is proud to announce the selection of Husky House as one of the rescue organizations that will receive a portion of funds raised at our upcoming event, “The Power of Positive Training with Victoria Stilwell.” “The Power of Positive Training” is... - July 26, 2013 - The Monmouth County Underdogs

German Shepherds Puppies for Sale - Reserve Now at Wustenberger-Land

Reserve German Shepherd Puppies for Sale at WustenbergerLand now, the popular German Shepherds puppies breeder and protection dogs trainer based at Agua Dulce near Los Angles, California, USA. At WustenbergerLand, Currently three female German shepherd puppies and one large male German shepherd puppy for sale. - July 24, 2013 - Wustenberger-Land

Pet Adoption Event at The Dave and Mary Alper Jewish Community Center

In an effort to increase community involvement and raise awareness of animal overpopulation, The Dave and Mary Alper Jewish Community Center in collaboration with Miami-Dade County Animal Services Department, will be hosting a pet adoption event. All adoption fees will be ½ off. This event... - July 21, 2013 - Dave and Mary Alper Jewish Community Center

Announcing: Dirty Dog "Pick Up Parties"

Dirty Dog Lovers, creators of the "Treat Box" announce their Dirty Dog Pick Up Parties. If you have a Doggie Day care, Dirty Dog will send you a "party in a box" for your clients, when they pick up their dogs one evening. - July 21, 2013 - Dirty Dog, Inc.

North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Offers Five Pet Summer Safety Tips

Statewide Veterinary Medical Group Discusses The Top Ways to Keep Pets Safe This Summer - July 21, 2013 - NCVMA

Charm City Pets to Align with a New Movement Helping Animal Centers

Jusani Culture, a new online platform dedicated to making a difference in the lives of homeless pets, is pleased to announce that it will be aligning with Charm City Animal Rescue in a funding + awareness campaign from July 22 - August 4. - July 20, 2013 - Jusani Culture

The Monmouth County Underdogs Announces Pick Your Paw Animal Rescue as a Donation Recipient

The Monmouth County Underdogs is proud to announce the selection of Pick Your Paw Animal Rescue as one of the rescue organizations that will receive a portion of funds raised at our upcoming event, “The Power of Positive Training with Victoria Stilwell.” “The Power of Positive... - July 19, 2013 - The Monmouth County Underdogs

The Monmouth County Underdogs and The Inner Dog, LLC. Are Proud to Sponsor the Power of Positive Training Presented by Victoria Stilwell

The Power of Positive Training with Victoria Stilwell The Monmouth County Underdogs and The Inner Dog, LLC. are proud to sponsor The Power of Positive Training presented by Victoria Stilwell, world renowned dog trainer and star of Animal Planet’s hit TV show “It’s Me or the... - July 12, 2013 - The Monmouth County Underdogs

Cat Daddy Jackson Galaxy Joins One Picture Saves a Life Tour in Los Angeles

Famed pet photographer Seth Casteel and "Cat Daddy" Jackson Galaxy will visit Los Angeles County’s Baldwin Park Animal Care Center on July 13 to teach anyone with a digital camera how to make a cat or dog waiting for adoption into an online picture star as part of GreaterGood's One... - July 10, 2013 - GreaterGood

Ekwa Marketing Presentation to Educate Veterinarians About Online Marketing

The cutting-edge SEO and Internet Marketing company, Ekwa Marketing, is holding a unique seminar for veterinarians to help them develop successful online strategies for their practices. - July 07, 2013 - Ekwa Marketing

Got Treats? Dirty Dog Launches the Solution for the Dog Who Has Everything.

It's a fact, dogs are as much a part of our family as the human members, judging by the 54 billion dollars spent on dog products alone last year. Dirty Dog, a company out of New York City has created the perfect way to celebrate your dog, with "Treat Box," a monthly box of 5-unique dog treats, delivered to your door. - July 06, 2013 - Dirty Dog, Inc.

Recent Cold Weather Has Proved Challenging for Horse Owners

To remain healthy horses need to spend time outside, but this year’s bad weather has made it more difficult for horse owners to turn their horses out. The Met office announced this week that the UK has suffered the 2nd wettest winter on record. The total rainfall fell just 6.6mm short of the... - July 04, 2013 - T.E.N Supplements

T.E.N Supplements Go on the Road

Face to face, interactions with clients are helping one of the UK’s leading horse supplement firms to grow and develop their range. The equine world is a relatively small one, and is an environment in which word of mouth still matters. Trainers, riders and stud owners all meet up at various... - July 04, 2013 - T.E.N Supplements

Fun Games Class Starts at Canine Kindergarten

Canine Kindergarten, a dog daycare and boarding facility, introduces “Games Class,” a fun dog training course that emphasizes games and light-hearted competitions. - July 03, 2013 - Canine Kindergarten

Pet Portrait Paintings Saving Lives: Artist Melissa Smith Launches a Paintings for Pets Program Donating to Pet Rescue

Dallas Artist Melissa Smith Launches a Paintings for Pets Program Donating to Pet Rescue. - July 01, 2013 - Melissa Smith Art

Spay Neuter Charlotte Announces "Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda" - a Spay & Neuter Early, Humane Alliance Campaign on WhenToSpay.org

• Spay Neuter Charlotte to launch national campaign in Charlotte on June 26 • National campaign addresses “When to Spay” pets. Most people don’t know. • Video launch of national campaign can be seen at http://youtu.be/LCSw8DKIXX0. - June 28, 2013 - Spay Neuter Charlotte

Allerpaws the Only Once-a-Day Personalized Oral Allergy Spray Treatment for Atopic Dermatitis in Dogs and Cats is Now Available in Canada

Nelco-Vet, a leading veterinary product manufacturer, announces that Allerpaws, the only once-a-day personalized pain free allergy treatment spray for atopic dermatitis in dogs and cats as well as allergen and food testing is now available in Canada. - June 27, 2013 - Allerpaws

Sun Pet Announces Rare Trigger Fish from Bali for Sale

Sun Pet announces rare triggerfish available for sale from Bali, Indonesia. Rare fish collectors now have a chance to own the aberrant Trigger. The saltwater fish is believed to be an Xanthic Undulate Trigger (Balistapus undulates) that was recently collected in Lombok Strait, a strait connecting... - June 26, 2013 - Sun Pet, Ltd.

Jamie Badial, Co-Owner of Best Paw Forward Inc Named Newest Member of Pet Professional Guild

The Pet Professional Guild, a professional pet industry member-association that advocates for force-free dog training and pet care, announced today that has qualified for membership. - June 26, 2013 - Best Paw Forward, Inc.

Highly Successful Veteran Owned Dog Training Business Opens in Buffalo NY

“At Unlimited Dog Training we believe that great training will increase happiness and lower stress levels for both you and your dog. We specialize in keeping your dog's great personality intact, while modifying behavioral issues and training your dog to be obedient,” said Eric Davis business owner. - June 26, 2013 - Unlimited Dog Training

Dog Loving Families and Shelters Can Create a "Calm Zone" to Help Ease Dog’s Fears During the 4th of July Fireworks Season with Canine Calm Essential Oil Concentrate

The new Canine Calm concentrate is perfect for adding to room and whole house diffusers and allowing the calming aroma to permeate throughout the home and shelter, putting dogs and dog loving families at ease. - June 25, 2013 - Earth Heart Inc.