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.
Pet Works of Maine Doggie Daycare & Pet Sitting Hosts Open House
Pet Works of Maine is holding an open house for their new daycare service on April 25th from 10 am-3 pm at their facility in New Gloucester. - April 14, 2009 - Pet Works of Maine
DogHairAway.com Web Store Now Open - Quality Discounted Lint Roller and Lint Roller Refills
DogHairAway.com web store is now open and revolutionizes the way pet owners buy lint roller and lint roller refills for pet hair removal. At DogHairAway.com, pet owners can purchase high quality lint rollers and lint roller refills in bulk at deeply discounted prices. - April 12, 2009 - DogHairAway.com
Dogtoys.com Launches American Made Products Section - Due to High Demand, Dogtoys.com is Meeting Needs of Consumers & Hopes to Stimulate the Economy
DogToys.com is proud to report the launch of its “Made in the USA” sections. Due to an overwhelming demand for American made products, 13 pages containing hundreds of items, have been devoted to USA made products. Consumers remain hesitant to purchase items from China. The want for... - April 09, 2009 - DogToys.com Inc.
Contest Seeks Fido’s Favorite Park Memories
If your pooch can’t get enough of the park, the Charleston Parks Conservancy and Lowcountry Dog magazine want to hear about it as part of the I Bark for Parks! Contest, which started April 1. The two have teamed up for the contest that invites Charlestonians to share a special story or... - April 09, 2009 - Charleston Parks Conservancy
Naperville’s Waggs N Wet Noses Pet Sitting Service Continues to Sit for a Cause in 2009
Pet sitter in Naperville IL donates money to animal charities for each and every pet sit. - April 08, 2009 - Waggs N Wet Noses Pet Sitters
Smarty Paws Dog Training in New Hyde Park, NY Announces the Start-Up of 2009 Group Classes for Obedience and Socialization
Smarty Paws Dog Training by Helen Del Bove provides positive dog training for all ages and levels. Helen's services include private, in-home instruction/counseling for obedience and behavior problems as well as group classes for puppy kindergarten, basic obedience and the newly added beyond basics. - April 05, 2009 - Smarty Paws Dog Training
Dog Training Reviews Website Released
Stock Boys releases Dog Training Reviews website. This release comments on dog ownership and training. - April 04, 2009 - Stock Boys LLC
Toledo Dog Training Offers Pet First Aid Training
Toledo Dog Training is offering area dog owners and pet-care providers the opportunity to gain crucial dog first aid and CPR skills that could prove life saving should their pet ever experience an emergency. Pet First Aid classes give pet owners the confidence and skills necessary to tend to unexpected emergencies until they can get their pet to a veterinarian. - April 04, 2009 - Toledo Dog Training
Sales Brisk for New Urine Off "Try Me" Travel Size
The #1 Veterinarian recommended stain & odor removal product, Urine Off® recently introduced two new “Try Me” Travel size products to attract pet owners to try the proven effectiveness of their products. - April 03, 2009 - Bio-Pro Research, LLC
Dog Attack Victims Have a New Legal Resource
‘When The Dog Bites’ by Seattle Attorney Chris Davis Helps People Understand the Legal Process for Dog Bite Cases. - March 31, 2009 - Sprouts
Red Cross And AVMA Make First Step Towards Protecting Animals During Disasters
First responders applaud the collaboration between Red Cross and AVMA, look forward to helping AVMA and Red Cross deliver on their promise to protect animals and their owners alike during disasters. - March 30, 2009 - Lamorinda DART
Lamorinda DART Urges Wildfire Preparation for Pets (and People...)
In Northern California fire season started in February 2009. Pet owners must prepare themselves and their pets for fire emergencies. Last year Northern California had more than 1,000 wildfires raging at the same time. This year the draught is even worse. It is time to act. We will show you how. - March 28, 2009 - Lamorinda DART
Rohan Natural Pet Remedies Announces the Launch of the All New Equestrian Formula Line
Latest News- Rohan natural pet remedies of Canada has launched their new line of equestrian products. Designed for horses. Rohan's founder Janelle Nystrom started this company after years of experience in the pet industry. As an exotic pet breeder and online store merchant Janelle was tired of all the bogus herbal remedies on the market, falsely advertising themselves as the miracle cure. Since then she has thoroughly researched the market and provided only quality effective formulas. - March 27, 2009 - Rohan
The Basement Doctor Helps Homeless Animals
Ron Greenbaum, aka The Basement Doctor, is doing more than just fixing basements these days; he is helping homeless animals at CHA Animal Shelter. “There are so many ways to help out,” say Mr. Greenbaum. “It’s a great way to give back to the community and feel good about... - March 26, 2009 - The Basement Doctor
New Way for Authors to Meet with Their Readers: Boulder, CO Author to Meet with South Padre Island Book Club via Skype
Authors' goal is to donate portions of book proceeds from Maggie: The Dog Who Changed My Life, released in July, 2008 to animal rescue groups. Her goal is also to reach those grieving from the loss of their pets to offer them support (through her book) in their time of grief. To learn more visit the author's website at www.dawnkairns.com and her blog at www.maggiethedogwhochangedmylife.blogspot.com. - March 24, 2009 - Dawn Kairns
A Voice for Animals During the Economic Downturn
Animal Fairy Charities, a non profit organization is launching Animal Advocate Television, a show aimed at raising awareness for animal welfare and giving voice for those who cannot speak for themselves. - March 23, 2009 - Animal Fairy Charities, Inc.
New Website Revolutionizes the Way Consumers Buy Pet Food
Have you heard the saying, "you are are what you eat?" What does this mean for the four legged members of the family? - March 22, 2009 - HealthyPetFoodForLife
Pets Face Hard Times During Recession: Shelter Seeks ‘Forever’ Homes for Abandoned Animals
Have you ever thought about what happens to the pets of people dealing with foreclosure? Many animal companions in North Carolina and across the country are facing abandonment or worse. The Goathouse Refuge, a no-kill pet sanctuary, is housing and seeking permanent homes for over 150 rescued cats. The number or rescued pets has spiked sharply in recent months during the economic decline. - March 22, 2009 - The Goathouse Refuge
Animal Radio® Adds 99th Affiliate Syndicated Pet-Talk Reaches to Far Western-Pacific
Syndicated pet-talk Animal Radio® has added KVOG/A Agana, Guam to its affiliate lineup. The AM news-talk outlet is home to 175,000 people in an area 200 sq. miles wide. Animal Radio® will start airing on the U.S. owned island Saturday March 21st 10am -12 noon CTZ (UTC+10). “This is... - March 21, 2009 - Animal Radio Network™ LLC
Twenty True Stories of Dogs Who Made a Difference
As with the hugely popular Marley & Me, dog lovers will be inspired and entertained by the dramatic human and dog journeys in Angel Dogs with a Mission. The amazing stories provide laughter, proof that miracles are possible, and tears -- the good kind. - March 20, 2009 - Angel Animals Network
Woof's Your Sign?
Astrology-Inspired DogOscopes Announces New Line of Charms and Pet ID Tags - March 18, 2009 - DogOscopes
New Website Offers Healthy Alternatives to Store-Bought Pet Food
Harmful ingredients in, and contamination of, many commercial pet foods drive pet owners to search for healthier homemade alternatives. A new website provides hundreds of wholesome recipes. - March 17, 2009 - Pet Foodies
Bark Busters Offers "Dogs and Poisons Safety Tips" for National Animal Poison Prevention Week
Put safety first by knowing what poisons lurk in your home and yard. - March 14, 2009 - Bark Busters
Affordable Dog Daycare in a Sluggish Economy
Dog Daycare and Dog Boarding in south florida that is taken to a new level of animal love and care. - March 11, 2009 - dogstown university
National Association of Pet Rescue Professionals Offers Free Helping Paw Membership to Animal Rescue and Humane Groups
The National Association of Pet Rescue Professionals is offering a new free level of membership to help animal shelters and humane groups. The free membership offers access to expert teleseminars and a weekly newsletter designed to help cash-strapped humane groups get the word out about their organizations, raise more money, and increase adoptions. - March 10, 2009 - Logical Expressions, Inc.
Eugene Based Opportunity Barks Unleashes Its New Website
Opportunity Barks boasts a state of the art facility, including indoor and outdoor play space, individual rooms for overnight stays, a fully certified staff and individual attention to your canine’s specific needs. - March 09, 2009 - Opportunity Barks
Sit. Stay. And Thank Your Pet Sitter. Professional Pet Sitters Week Celebrated March 1-7, 2009.
Gables Pet Care encourages pet owners and pet lovers alike to celebrate Professional Pet Sitters Week (PPSW), March 1-7, 2009. This international campaign seeks to educate pet owners about the advantages of in-home pet care, as well as to encourage the public to explore professional pet sitting as... - March 05, 2009 - Gables Pet Care
FreshAire with Bio-Filters Offers the Benefits of a Scooping Litter and a Natural Renewable Resource Combined
FreshAire With Bio-Filters Cat Litter now available in all U.S. PetSmart stores. This innovative new scooping litter is targeted towards cat owners who are interested in an all-natural litter that meets their needs. - March 05, 2009 - FreshAire With Bio-Filters
Happy Heart Pets LLC Receives National Accreditation
Award Presented by The National Association of Professional Pet Sitters (NAPPS) - March 04, 2009 - Happy Heart Pets LLC
Presidential Puppy Could Click with Canadian Invention
First Puppy Gift Box delivers powerful training tool to Obama. - March 04, 2009 - Clicker Leash Co.
New Hope in Cancer Treatment for Dogs: PharmaCom BioVet’s Veterinary Oncology Treatment Centers
“We lost three of our Siberian Huskies …close family members, to cancer.” The Bertholds vowed, “We would spend the rest of our lives for the sake of our living dogs — in addition to all other dogs — attempting to find better, improved cancer treatments.” PharmaCom BioVet is truly “a union of compassion and technology.” - March 03, 2009 - PharmaCom BioVet
vtarc Companion to Offer RACE CE Credit
vveterinary technicians and assistants resource center. vtarc Companion receives RACE approval. The Phoenix V.T. Group, LLC, publisher of the vtarc Companion, a quarterly publication for veterinary technicians and assistants, recently received approval from the American Association of Veterinary... - March 03, 2009 - veterinary technicians and assistants resource
It's a Paw-Ty in a Box
Lisa Pallardy, President of BarkTalk (www.BarkTalk.com) introduces the “Paw-ty In A Box” – all the supplies you'll need to throw an unforgettable, tail-wagging party for your dog, including invitations, thank you cards, pawprint balloons, pawprint party hats, and all natural dog... - February 27, 2009 - BarkTalk.com
2009 Professional Pet Sitters Week News Release
Contact: Katherine Rodgers, Owner, Katy’s Creature Comforts, Phone: 303-324-0711, E-mail: katyscreaturecomforts@gmail.com, Web site: www.katyscreaturecomforts.com, Sit. Stay. And Thank Your Pet Sitter, Professional Pet Sitters Week Celebrated March 1-7, 2009 - February 27, 2009 - Katy's Creature Comforts
Boca Raton, Highland and Deerfield Beach Pet Sitter and Dog Walker Service Nanette's Pets Celebrates Professional Pet Sitters Week
Each March marks the annual recognition of Pet Sitter Professionals who are licensed, insured and have additional specialized training which qualifies them to care for domestic pets in the safety and comfort of their own home. Nanette's Pets Sitting and Dog Walking in Boca Raton is a proud member of Pet Sitters International (PSI), the largest international association for professional pet sitters and the founder of Professional Pet Sitter Week in 1995. - February 26, 2009 - Nanette's Pets Sitting & Dog Walking of Boca Raton
Stop the Dog Killing Fields - Oppose HB 0198
Illinois Rep. Fritchey has created a bill that will allow healthy, happy dogs to be murdered in seven days-no exceptions, if their owners have been ticketed for minor code violations. How does killing healthy, happy dogs help Illinois? - February 24, 2009 - Ami Moore The Chicago Dog Coach
Bark Busters Offers Dog Etiquette Tips to Help Dog Owners
Making sure our canine companions mind their manners at home and in public is our responsibility as pet parents. Bark Busters—the world’s largest, most trusted dog training company—offers a simple set of tips for proper dog etiquette. By observing these guidelines, you and your... - February 21, 2009 - Bark Busters
Precise Pet Products Brings in the New Year with a New Executive
Pet Food Company Appoints Richard "Kirk" Young as Executive Vice President - February 21, 2009 - Precise Pet Products
Cutest Kitten in the Whole Wide World
Online Contest - Cutest Kitten in the Whole Wide World - February 19, 2009 - LuvIsTheAnswer.org
R2 Fish School Wins "Best in Show Award" at Global Pet Expo
The R2 Fish School receives the 1st place award at the Global Pet Expo 2009 New Product Showcase in the Aquatics category. - February 17, 2009 - R2 Solutions
Riverside (CA) Humane Society Pet Adoption Center’s 17th Annual Walk with the Animals Set for March 21
Fundraiser includes pledge walk, pancake breakfast, K-9 demos, pet contests, exhibits, raffle, animals for adoption, boutique, rabies shots, microchipping and more. Free admission. - February 17, 2009 - Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center
Sit. Stay. And Thank Your Pet Sitter. Professional Pet Sitters Week Celebrated March 1-7, 2009.
Keep Pets Happy at Home; Use a Professional Pet Sitting Service. It's a wonderful alternative to boarding your best friend(s) and you can relax knowing they are at home in their normal environment being taken care of by their own personal attendant. - February 14, 2009 - Cindy's Pet Sitting Services
ILoveMyPetBecause.com Pet Photo Contest to Benefit New Horizons Service Dogs
Makers of Vectra 3D™ to Award $1,000 to One Pet Owner This Valentine’s Day - February 11, 2009 - Summit VetPharm
What Cats Really Think of Humans
Cats' quote of the day: Other creatures are stupid. It's only us, cats, who can think. - February 07, 2009 - Sofia Gladys Projects
EZSignsOnline is Honoring Responsible Pet Owners Month by Offering Pet Photo Memorial Markers
Think of it as a month-long "Mothers Day" or "Fathers Day" for animals. February, for those who don't know, is Responsible Pet Owners Month. EZSignsOnline.com representatives say "We're offering an affordable memorial marker for your lost pet." - February 07, 2009 - EZSignsOnline.com LLC
Petland Wesley Chapel, Wesley Chapel Florida - In Recognition National Pet Dental Health Month Petland Wesley Chapel Offers Tips on Dental Hygiene for Pets.
It's hard to imagine going your whole life and never visiting a dentist; the results could be detrimental and could lead to problems including gum disease and cavities. Petland says that the same applies to pets. Our furry friends need routine dental care to keep their pearly whites in tip-top shape. Petland Wesley Chapel is recognizing National Pet Dental Health Month this February by offering tips and advice on pet dental health and overall hygiene. - February 06, 2009 - Petland Wesley Chapel
ONEdersave Products LLC Wins Prestigious Pinnacle Award for #1 Aquarium Product of 2008 for EcoBio-Block Family Products
ONEdersave Products LLC is honored to announce that they are the recipients of Pet Age Magazine's Pinnacle Award for their EcoBio-Block Family Products. EcoBio-Block Family Products have been named the #1 Aquarium Product of 2008. - February 06, 2009 - ONEdersave Products LLC
‘The Hills’ Star Lauren Conrad Live on Animal House Radio
Lauren Conrad from the MTV hit show The Hills, will be live on air Animal House Radio on February 6 at 8 p.m. EST. Conrad is best known for being featured in MTV’s reality series Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County, and her spin off show The Hills. She will be talking about her show and her... - February 01, 2009 - Animal House Radio
Veterinary Technicians and Assistants Resource - the Information Portal to Today’s Changing World
Veterinary technicians and assistants are eager to find and use the latest information to remain current in their professional development. A new resource has been developed to provide them with the tools to do just that. The veterinary technicians and assistants resource center (vtarc) is a... - February 01, 2009 - veterinary technicians and assistants resource
DogMateOnline Relaunched as Networking Hub for Dog Owners
A website for dog owners looking for a mate for their dog revamped and relaunched with new networking features as a result of increased popularity amongst its audience. - January 30, 2009 - DogMateOnline