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.
Veterinary Spending Has Grown Almost 10% Since 2009, Says Trupanion
Trupanion analyzes average claim amounts over the last two years to determine a 9.78% increase in canine veterinary spending. - November 08, 2010 - Trupanion
KC Creations, Inc., Launches New Line of On-Board and Protected by Dog Breed Signs for Pet Retailers Just in Time for the Holidays
KC Creations, Inc., a Springboro, Ohio based company, launches a new line of On-Board and Protected By Dog Breed signs for pet retailers to offer their customers just in time for the Holidays. The On-Board and Protected By breed specific signs are made of durable sun and weather resistant... - November 06, 2010 - KC Creations Inc.
US Pet Health Spending to Reach $33 Billion by 2014
This report assesses spending on pet health including spending on dog health products, preventive pet health products, and pet conditions that increases demand. - November 05, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
CANIDAE RPO Blog Announces Newest Winner of Free Super Premium Pet Food
CANIDAE Responsible Pet Ownership blog selects one subscriber every three months to receive a free six month supply of premium CANIDAE dog food or Felidae cat food. - November 05, 2010 - CANIDAE Natural Pet Food Company
Pets for Patriots, Halo, Purely for Pets® and Freekibble Join Forces to Give Major Donation to Colorado Pet Food Bank
Pikes Peak Pet Pantry to receive 10,000 meals to help area families keep and care for their pets - November 03, 2010 - Pets for Patriots, Inc.
Trupanion Reminds Pet Owners of Thanksgiving Dangers
With Thanksgiving less than a month away, Trupanion reminds pet owners of some of the dangers that affect dogs and cats during this holiday. - November 01, 2010 - Trupanion
ADogandTwoCats.Com Launches Online Shop to Offer Unique, Fun and Healthy Pet Products to Dog and Cat Lovers
ADogandTwoCats.Com Launches Online Shop to Offer Unique, Fun and Healthy Pet Products to Dog and Cat Lovers. To celebrate the opening of the store, ADogandTwoCats.com is giving away a gift basket full of top quality products valued at over $100 through online registration. In addition, for the grand opening, ADogandTwoCats.com will be providing discounts and specials on a daily basis throughout the month of December, just in time for Holiday shopping. - October 31, 2010 - A Dog and Two Cats
CANIDAE Pet Foods and The Pongo Fund Work Together to Feed Pets in Need
CANIDAE Natural Pet Food Company continues to support The Pongo Fund by creating a unique regional promotion designed to further increase the supply of free pet food to needy pets and families. - October 30, 2010 - CANIDAE Natural Pet Food Company
Pets for Patriots Launches Program for San Antonio Veterans to Connect with Shelter Pets
Charity partners with San Antonio, Texas animal shelters and veterinarians to help veterans and service members honorably adopt at-risk shelter pets - October 30, 2010 - Pets for Patriots, Inc.
Canidae Natural Pet Foods Invests in Innovative Can Racks to Support Independent Retailers
Unveiling its most recent initiative to support the independent retailer, CANIDAE Natural Pet Food Company has designed and produced a unique custom can rack to help its retailers grow their businesses through increased sales of canned food. - October 29, 2010 - CANIDAE Natural Pet Food Company
Best Pet Hair Vacuum List Published by Vacuum Cleaner Advisor
Homeowners with pets are often looking for a vacuum that does a good job of picking up pet hair. Vacuum Cleaner Advisor's recently published Best Pet Hair Vacuum list includes a Dyson and two vacuums by Bissell. - October 28, 2010 - Vacuum Cleaner Advisor
Apollo Inc. Launches New Website About Dog Obedience Training
Launch of new, all in one, information network for dog owners who are serious about seeing fast results that last when training their dog. Learn how you can be a dog whisperer and apply simple dog psychology techniques yourself. - October 28, 2010 - Apollo Inc
Shelters Receive "Safety Blanket" Boxes to Help Cats
The Petfinder Foundation announced that forty-five animal shelters would receive more than 11,000 Hide, Perch & Go Boxes with a value of more than $200,000 this year. The Petfinder Foundation partnered with the PETCO Foundation and The Animal Rescue Site to fund the grant to provide a safe haven for cats waiting for adoption. - October 28, 2010 - GreaterGood
Water Words That Work, LLC Announces the Arlington Dog Charity's Win of the Online Essay Contest
Homeward Trails in Arlington, Virginia has won a $1500 grant to support its operations from the Northern Virginia Clean Water Partners. The group which encourages dog owners to keep their pets in safe and sanitary conditions, received more than 1800 votes for its essay "The View from Four Legs." The contest was sponsored to highlight the connection between sanitary conditions for dogs and clean water in local streams. - October 28, 2010 - Water Words That Work, LLC
Research Results: Cleanicity’s Kitty Litter Gripper Mat Receives High Marks for Effectiveness and Cat Acceptance from Renowned Animal Behaviorist, Barbara Meyers
Barbara Meyers of the Holistic Animal Consulting Center tested the Kitty Litter Gripper Mat with eight known cats over a 30-day period. The test results indicate the product is effective at reducing litter tracking, without adding undue anxiety to cats. - October 28, 2010 - Cleanicity
Pets’ Spark Announces a Trial Kit For Retailers
Pets’ Spark is proud to announce the launch of a new Trial Kit offered to retailers to test the formula and gain insightful information on the product. The Dogs and cats Eye Stain Remover trial kit will be a great opportunity for retailers to try the merchandise and observe the reaction of their clientele. - October 27, 2010 - Pets Spark
Safe Haven For Cats Auction Event Going, Going, Gone
SAFE Haven for Cats reports successful auction fundraiser. - October 27, 2010 - SAFE Haven for Cats
Blue Plus Vet Launches New Website; Features Information on Company, Services and Clinic Locations
Blue Plus Vet has launched their new website that features their suite of veterinary and animal services and details of their clinic locations. Their website also features helpful pet care information and fun activities for kids. - October 26, 2010 - Blue Plus Vet
Canidae Pet Foods Launches New Single Grain Line of Natural Dog Food
Designed to provide simple, natural results, new Canidae Single Grain Protein Plus for dogs, at 29% total protein, is formulated with fresh chicken as its first ingredient, and features a single grain source - brown and white rice only. - October 23, 2010 - CANIDAE Natural Pet Food Company
Pet Deshedding Tools Gaining Steam in Online Pet Retail Market
Pet Deshedding Tools, an online pet retail store that focuses on the shedding pet niche, is quickly becoming a mainstay in the Pet Retail Industry. - October 23, 2010 - Pet Desheddding Tools
TrimDog Launches New Weight Loss Product to Combat Dog Obesity
TrimDog, a Wilmington, North Carolina based company, geared toward providing products for helping dogs live a healthier and happier life, announced today the launch of a new product designed as a turnkey solution to help combat dog obesity. - October 20, 2010 - TrimDog
Seasons Natural Pet Food Welcomes American Distribution to Its Growing List of North American Distributors
Seasons Natural® Pet Food company announced today a new strategic partnership with American Distribution. - October 15, 2010 - Seasons Natural Pet Foods
Canidae Pet Foods to Exhibit at New York Meet the Breeds Event
Canidae Natural Pet Food Company will offer free samples of its natural and holistic pet foods to 40,000 Meet the Breeds attendees. - October 15, 2010 - CANIDAE Natural Pet Food Company
Pet Buddy Plus and Professional Pet Sitters of Minnesota Thank the Local Twin Cities Businesses That Are Participating in WishBones for Pets
Professional Pet Sitters of Minnesota are being joined by several Twin Cities businesses to collect donations for the WishBones for Pets charity. All proceeds will benefit the homeless animals at Red Lake Rosie's Rescue. - October 12, 2010 - Pet Buddy Plus
Pet Passages by Anderson-McQueen Supports SPCA Tampa Bay's 20th Annual 3K Pet Walk
Pet Passages by Anderson-McQueen is proud to support the 20th Annual 3K Pet Walk to benefit the SPCA Tampa Bay October 16, 2010. Owning or bringing a pet is not required; you can walk in honor or in memory of a beloved pet. You may also visit the Pet Passages booth and place a picture in memory of a beloved pet on the pet memory wall. - October 10, 2010 - Anderson-McQueen Family Tribute Centers
Becker Animal Hospital and Pet Resort of San Antonio Texas Welcomes Dr. Mina Youssef
They are pleased to have Dr. Mina Youssef as an associate veterinarian at their hospital and pet resort. Dr. Youssef graduated as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Cairo University in Egypt, in 2002. He completed graduate studies at the Veterinary College of Missouri University in 2007, and has... - October 09, 2010 - Becker Animal Hospital and Pet Resort of San Antonio Texas
Doodie Fresh, LLC Announces Doggie Star-Struck Contest
Does your dog act giddy seeing other dogs on television? Does your dog resemble and mimic any of these doggie stars. If so, here’s their chance to shine, so to speak. Get ready to reap the rewards… - October 07, 2010 - Doodie Fresh, LLC
The Year of Barkers: Win Free Organic Dog Treats for a Year from The Barkers Dozen
Online contest launched to reward customers for successful first year in business. - October 06, 2010 - The Barkers Dozen
Global Weather Found to Affect Pets' Dietary Needs - New Company Responds with Climate Specific Pet Food
To address the changing dietary requirements of pets caused by the Earth's weather, Seasons Natural® Petfood has created a unique patented process to manufacture the world's first climate specific pet food. The company will offer two blends to address both warm and cool weather nutritional needs. - October 03, 2010 - Seasons Natural Pet Foods
Pets Spark is Now Available to Distributors in North America
Pets Spark, the revolutionary formula that helps remove pet tear stains on dogs and cats, is now made available to distributors all across North America. Pets Spark is the best product on the market that eradicates the bacteria that colors the tear ducts and help stop the production of gooey discharge. - October 03, 2010 - Pets Spark
Pet Buddy Plus Announces the Kick-Off of WishBones for Pets Thanksgiving Charity 2010 Hosted by Professional Pet Sitters of Minnesota
WishBones for Pets is a charity for Professional Pet Sitters to collect donations for homeless animals. It was started in 2004 by Janet Depathy of Under My Wings Pet Sitting in Plymouth, MA. It is now an international event that makes a positive difference in the lives of homeless animals every Thanksgiving season. Please join in this worthy cause. All donations are deeply appreciated. - October 01, 2010 - Pet Buddy Plus
Becker Animal Hospital and Pet Resort of San Antonio Welcomes Dr. Sarah Pittman
Dr. Sarah Pittman has lived in San Antonio since she was 8 years old. She is now practicing veterinary medicine at Becker Animal Hospital and Pet Resort of San Antonio along with 5 other Veterinarians. - October 01, 2010 - Becker Animal Hospital and Pet Resort of San Antonio Texas
Time To Go Pet Care LLC to Appear at the Monmouth County SPCA Dog Walk & Pet Fair
Time To Go Pet Care LLC to Appear at the Monmouth County SPCA Dog Walk & Pet Fair taking place October 2, 2010, at Brookdale Community College in Lincroft, NJ. - September 30, 2010 - Time To Go Pet Care LLC
National Association of Dog Walkers Announces Free Teleclass
NADW to provide tools needed for those interested in starting their own dog walking business. - September 28, 2010 - National Association of Dog Walkers
Pet Insurance Policyholders Donate $100,000 to Animal-Related Charities
Trupanion policyholders in Canada have donated over $100,000 to charities by registering for Trupanion’s pet charity program. - September 27, 2010 - Trupanion
Arvada Dog Training Company Installs Self Serve Dog Wash
Pearson’s Professional Pet Services expands its pet care services in Arvada. - September 27, 2010 - Pearson’s Professional Pet Services
Baton Rouge Pet Hotel Offers Special Game Day Package for Football Fans
Scout's Pet Care has a special package for football fans. - September 26, 2010 - Scout's Pet Care
Canidae Pet Foods Unveils New Equidae Line of Super Premium Horse Feed at the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games
Named an Official Animal Health and Nutrition Partner for the 2010 World Equestrian Games held in Lexington, Kentucky, Canidae Pet Foods will introduce its new Equidae line of 100% steam extruded horse feed. - September 26, 2010 - CANIDAE Natural Pet Food Company
PerfectoMEDIA Sponsors Denton Animal Shelter Foundation's "Tails and Trails" 5K Run and Pet Walk
Dallas design firm PerfectoMEDIA is a sponsor of the Denton Animal Shelter Foundation's "Tails and Trails" 5K Run and 1K Pet Walk. The event takes place on Saturday, October 23, 2010 at the North Texas State Fairgrounds. "Tails and Trails" is an event that includes vendors,... - September 24, 2010 - PerfectoMEDIA
The North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Releases Podcast on Pets and "People Food"
Dr. David Linzey Discusses Which Foods Are Safe and Unsafe for Pets - September 23, 2010 - NCVMA
Cleanicity’s Kitty Litter Gripper Mat Now Available on Sears.com
Pet owners now can find Cleanicity’s popular Kitty Litter Gripper Mat on Sears.com - September 22, 2010 - Cleanicity
Is Your Pet Sitter Insured and Bonded? Time to Go Pet Care Llc Stresses They Should Be.
Pet Sitters International and Business Insurers of the Carolinas partner to stress the importance of hiring professional pet sitters - September 21, 2010 - Time To Go Pet Care LLC
Petcaskets.com Launches Its Website and New Line of Eco-Friendly Caskets & Funeral Products for Pets: Redefining Dignity for Precious Pets
Pets are important members of the family, and nothing can replace the years of love, dedication and companionship they provide. The Petcaskets.com staff is committed to helping pet owners find the most appropriate method for laying to rest a beloved friend. Petcaskets.com offers a complete line of pet funeral products, including caskets and other items. Monuments, markers, urns, memorials and a line of jewelry will be available soon. - September 20, 2010 - Petcaskets.com
International Pet Insurance Company Features Philadelphia Dog Treat Blogger Jennifer Phillips April's Grain Free Dog Treats Recipe
"To Grain or Not to Grain" --1000's of pet owners search for grain free foods for their dogs, pet food blogger, Jen Phillips April shares her latest experiment with Trupanion Pet Health Insurance. - September 18, 2010 - all-natural-dog-treat.com
Becker Animal Hospital and Pet Resort of San Antonio Texas Welcomes Its New Administrative Director
Becker Animal Hospital and Pet Resort of San Antonio Texas is pleased to announce that J. Michael Hoy has been named as its new Administrative Director. - September 18, 2010 - Becker Animal Hospital and Pet Resort of San Antonio Texas
First Couple to Offer Animal Communication and Reiki
Thom Williams, one of the first men to practice animal communication and Reiki healing for animals professionally is announcing a new partnership. His wife Jonquil is joining Animal Healings, to become the only husband and wife team performing intuitive healing arts for any species. "Animals,... - September 18, 2010 - Animal Healings
Playing With Lukas - How a Woman and a Horse Found a Private World of Animal Intelligence and Themselves
Lukas, the World’s Smartest Horse (officially recognized by the World Records Academy and rankings on Yahoo and Google) has launched the second edition book of his hit book Playing With Lukas and the rave reviews are coming in. - September 14, 2010 - Playing with Lukas
Canidae Natural Pet Food Company Will Sponsor "Bark in the Park 2010" in San Jose, California
Manufacturer of natural and holistic pet foods to promote Responsible Pet Ownership and good canine nutrition at dog-friendly fundraiser on September 18, 2010. - September 11, 2010 - CANIDAE Natural Pet Food Company
Out-U-Go!® Expands to Serve Pet Parents in Boulder
Entrepreneurial Franchise Model Opens Second Location in Colorado - September 09, 2010 - Out-U-Go!
Southwest Infrared Services Announces EquineIR™ is an Official Partner of the 2010 World Equestrian Games
Southwest Infrared Services is a provider of EquineIR™ services and is part of the United Infrared Network. EquineIR™ is a service module of United Infrared, Inc. which is an official vendor sponsor of the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, being held in Lexington, Kentucky on... - September 04, 2010 - Southwest Infrared Services