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.
One Dollar, One Shelter, One Month - Helping Animal Shelters One Dollar at a Time
From the mind of a brilliant 9-year-old girl comes a campaign so simple that it is certain to work wonders for our country's poorest animal shelters. - June 14, 2007 - AnimalHelp.Com, Inc
Do You Have a Remote Hound?
It seems that Fido is using the remote control almost as much as his owner. The next time you wonder, "Where's the remote?" don't be surprised if your dog has buried it or chewed it beyond recognition. Similar in size and shape to their favorite bone, a remote control has the added flavor... - June 13, 2007 - RemoteHound.com
Pampered Paws Boutique Debuts Online
Arizona Based, Woman Owned Web Business Features Upscale Pet Products - June 10, 2007 - Pampered Paws Boutique
Online Dog Fashion Retailer www.K9Kloud9.com, Announces Launch of Affiliate Program that can be used to Generate Revenue, Fundraising or Donations
Generate Additional Revenue with your Web Site – Get Paid for Customer Referrals with No Risks and Zero Costs - June 01, 2007 - Dog Quality Enterprises
The American Dog Owners Association Invites Responsible Dog Owners to Participate in a Demonstration on June 3, 2007
Gather at the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. to Support California Pet Owners who Oppose California’s Mandatory Spay/Neuter Bill. - May 30, 2007 - American Dog Owners Association
Riverside Humane Society Honors Carlotta Mellon, Former Chief of Staff to Mayor Ron Loveridge, as Volunteer of the Year
Riverside (CA) Humane Society Pet Adoption Center recently presented its 2007 Friends of the Animals volunteer award to Carlotta Mellon of Riverside in recognition of her dedication and work with the animals. Mellon is one of 146 volunteers with the adoption center who in 2006 gave 15,156 hours of their time. - May 29, 2007 - Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center
South Austin Pet Sitting/Dog Walking Service Now Open
The Dog's Bow Wow is a new pet sitting service in South Austin. Serving Circle C Ranch, The Villages at Western Oaks and Shady Hollow, owner Gina Lynd, says, "Pet sitting is a way for owners to provide the best care for their pets while they are away without changing the animals'... - May 23, 2007 - The Dog's Bow Wow
Biscuits by Lambchop Launches Gluten-Free Dog Biscuits in Japan
With pet food recalls expanding to other countries, pet owners across the globe are becoming more proactive with what they feed their pets. Japan is no exception. - May 22, 2007 - Biscuits by Lambchop
ePetwork.com - Online Pet Community for Pets and Pet Owners
ePetwork.com - an online community for pets and pet lovers alike. Create profiles for your pets, share images and stories, post in the forum, and more. All pets are welcome, both big and small. - May 17, 2007 - ePetwork.com
Put Some Style in Your Dog’s Walk with New Spring and Summer Dog Fashions
K9Kloud9.com combines style, fun and affordability in its newest dog sundresses, shirts and dog t-shirts. - May 10, 2007 - Dog Quality Enterprises
Canine Designers Raise Money and Awareness for Canine Cancer Cure
2 Hounds Design and Casual Bling raise money for canine cancer awareness by selling products designed to promote awareness. - May 09, 2007 - 2 Hounds Design
“Zoomin Groomin” Mobile Pet Spa Announces Partnership with IN Development Corporation
Zoomin Groomin Mobile Pet Spa, a mobile pet grooming service that pampers pets in a plush van in their own driveway, has recently announced IN Development Corporation of Needham has become their business development partner. - May 05, 2007 - Zoomin Groomin
American Nutrition, Inc. Canine Caviar Recall Update
American Nutrition, Inc. has issued the following update to its April 26, 2007 voluntary recall announcement. “Canine Caviar reports that they will have collected all of an estimated 1,500 unconsumed cans by the time this release is issued. We are thrilled with the speed and efficiency with... - May 02, 2007 - American Nutrition, Inc.
American Nutrition, Inc. Responds to Criticism
"To set the record straight, American Nutrition did not engage in any deliberate or intentionally wrongful conduct relative to the inclusion of rice protein in certain products it manufactures", according to Naomi Keller, a company spokeswoman. - April 30, 2007 - American Nutrition, Inc.
Matchmaking Website for Pets; Even Pets Need a Bit of Puppy Love
It's the world's match making website for pets. Match.com does not have a category for our furry friends, Craigslist does not seem to be going there, but 17 year old New Zealand student entrepreneur Aaron Rodrigues is the brain child of www.petpalio.com - April 30, 2007 - PetPalio
Fat Cat Happy Dog Markets Vegetarian Dog Food Supplement, Eat Your Veggies™, to Pet Product Retailers
Fat Cat Happy Dog which manufactures and sells an all natural vegetarian dog food supplement called Eat Your Veggies™ is now offering this product wholesale to pet product retailers. Eat Your Veggies™ is made from 100% human grade dehydrated vegetables and digestive herbs and is free... - April 29, 2007 - Fat Cat Happy Dog
American Nutrition Announces Voluntary Pet Food Recall
The Denver office of the FDA informed American Nutrition, Inc. today that certain samples of rice protein shipped to its production facility have been contaminated with melamine, an industrial chemical used to make plastics and fertilizers that may be harmful to animals if consumed. The rice... - April 27, 2007 - American Nutrition, Inc.
Senate to Consider S 311 This Week, Humane Groups are Hopeful for its Successful Passage
Humane groups are hopeful for Senate Bill 311 as the bill moves through Committee. - April 26, 2007 - American Horse Defense Fund
Safe, Healthy and Trusted... Bow Wow Breakfast for Dogs™ $1 Million Dollar Nationwide Pooches and Parents Look-A-Like Contest Announcement
Bow Wow Breakfast for Dogs™ $1 Million Dollar Nationwide Pooches and Parents Look-A-Like Contest Pre-Registration is Now Official. - April 19, 2007 - All American Pet Company Inc.
Houston Dog Ranch Dog Daycare and Training Announces its Opening May 1st
Houston Dog Ranch is scheduled to open its brand new dog daycare and training center in the Spring Branch area of Houston on May 1, 2007. Dog Daycare is an off-leash environment where dogs socialize, play and exercise with other dogs. However, at Houston Dog Ranch it’s much more. Dogs play,... - April 15, 2007 - Houston Dog Ranch, LLC
Pet Food Pro Responds to Pet Food Crisis
Pet owners across the U.S. are upset and confused about the recent pet food recall. Pet food pro Dave Ratner sets the record straight and urges pet owners to take a common sense approach to the pet food recall panic. - March 30, 2007 - Dave's Pet Food
More than Eighty-Four Percent of Surveyed Renters Own Pets
Apartments.com survey shows high demand for pet friendly multifamily housing - March 29, 2007 - Apartments.com
Author Seeks Pet Stories from the Public
Texas-based author puts call out to public for stories of multiple pet ownership for new book. - March 27, 2007 - Stories of Multiple Pets, LLC
1-800 PET HELP Makes it Easy to Find a Local Veterinarian
With the recent launch of 1800PetHelp.com, pet owners can now make a simple free phone call to 1-800 PET HELP to locate a quality veterinarian in their area. Operators are available 24 hours/day, seven days a week. Consumers can also search online by zipcode and locate a local vet instantly. This is available as a free sevice to pet owners. - March 27, 2007 - 1-800PetHelp.com
Self Serve Dog Wash Shops - An Easy Alternative to Bathing Your Pet at Home
Self Serve Dog Washes offer professional facilities for customers to bathe and dry their dog, without the hassel and mess of doing it at home. With raised tubs (no bending for you), premium shampoos and conditioner, forced air dryers (no heat to harm your pet), you leave with a clean dry dog, and leave the mess behind. - March 23, 2007 - Muddy Paws Dog Wash & Boutique
American Museum of Veterinary Medicine Purchases Historic Farmstead in Pennsylvania
The American Museum of Veterinary Medicine (AMVM) announced it now has a permanent home, with the purchase of historic Ridgewood Farm, Berks County, Pennsylvania. The farm will once again focus on animals, and the profession who cares for their health and welfare. The property includes a stone... - March 23, 2007 - American Museum of Veterinary Medicine
PuppyPurse Goes Commando
PuppyPurse announces its Spring 2007 line, the creation of a new website Stretchy Collection, the new Gift Certificate feature on its website, and some of the media attention it recently received. - March 20, 2007 - The Original PuppyPurse Carrier System
Get Fit with Fido Exercise Program
One of a kind workout program for dogs and humans. - March 13, 2007 - Specialty Pet Training
Celebrity Line-Up Walks the Red Carpet at K9s Only Grand Opening
New Los Angeles All-Inclusive Doggie Destination Officially Opens its Five-Star Facility with a Celebrity Red Carpet Event - March 13, 2007 - K9s Only
What's Everyone Squawking About?
PollysPerch.com, the leading online provider of discount pet bird products has just announced the launch of the largest and most informative avian blog on the web. - March 12, 2007 - PollysPerch.com
Is Your Dog the Next K9 Kloud9 Model? Earn Bragging Rights by Having a Model in the Family
Submit a Photo of Your Dog Wearing a K9 Kloud9.com Product and Your Dog Can Become a Featured Dog Model - March 06, 2007 - Dog Quality Enterprises
The Puppy Dog Post Names its Top 10 Books About Dogs
The Puppy Dog Post conducted a reader survey throughout the month of February seeking nominations for the top 10 books about dogs. The winners are: 1. Marley & Me: Life and Love with the World's Worst Dog by John Grogan 2. Cesar's Way: The Natural, Everyday Guide to Understanding and... - March 06, 2007 - The Puppy Dog Post
PublishAmerica.com Presents Bared Soul and Memories Poetry Collection by Izzat Youssif
PublishAmerica is proud to present Bared Soul and Memories Poetry Collection, a fun and creative book of poetry by Izzat Youssif of Iowa City, Iowa. Youssif’s collection of poems deals with various subjects of life. Youssif starts the collection talking about uncertainty - “Unsure... - March 03, 2007 - Izzat Youssif
Moving Pets Becoming Mainstream in the Relocation Industry
In the past three years the pet industry has grown to be even bigger than it already was on the Internet. Combine that with an already huge Relocation industry and we see why companies like AnimalsAway.com are really becoming mainstream and common place on the Internet. - March 01, 2007 - AnimalsAway.com corp.
Round One Concepts Appoints Lisa B. Schwartz as PR Manager
Round One Concepts, the doggy dynasty credited for the e-zine Bowzer.biz and Doody Duty services, pronounces Lisa B. Schwartz the most recent addition to their dynamic team of young women.B - March 01, 2007 - Round One Concepts
Lifepop's Stereo Pet Carrier Steals Spotlight at the Oscar's
Lifepop, LLC brings the 80’s boom box ideal back and turns it into THE accessory built for today’s fashion, technology, pet, celebrity and music-obsessed lifestyles. Lifepop introduced the new 2007 Beat Generation Stereo Pet Carrier to lucky stars visiting GBK Productions Oscar Gift... - February 27, 2007 - Lifepop, LLC
When Your Dog Puts on the Pounds - is a Diet Pill the Answer?
Veterinarians* estimate that about 40 per cent of dogs in Europe are overweight, with about 10 per cent clinically obese. It seems Britain's increasing tendency towards being fat is spreading to man's best friend. Now there's even a drug to help dogs slim. The US Food and Drug Administration... - February 24, 2007 - PetClub UK Ltd.
Dog Got Gas? Dave’s “Simply the Best” Dog Food Clears the Air
Dave’s “Simply the Best” is the first dog food ever designed to attack a specific problem, in this case excessive gas. Dog owners offered immediate access – either online or at your favorite local pet store - to defuse a potentially explosive situation. - February 23, 2007 - Dave's Pet Food
Dave’s Pet Food Strikes a Blow for Independents
Rebel pet food retailers recruited in quest to revolutionize the pet food industry. For the first time ever, Dave’s Pet Food has proposed a win-win opportunity for independent pet food retailers — build a national brand AND reap the rewards of their efforts. In an unprecedented call to action, Dave’s Pet Food is rebating qualified retailers 40% of its net profits. - February 23, 2007 - Dave's Pet Food
AZOO Palm Aquarium Announces the Mirror Choppy Package Desktop Aquarium
AZOO Palm Aquarium now making available the Mirror Choppy Package desktop aquarium to the US market. The Mirror Choppy Package is a beautiful, simple small aquarium that can be used for freshwater or saltwater display of your fish. The Mirror Choppy Package is easy to setup, use and provides a... - February 20, 2007 - Azoo Palm
AZOO Palm Aquarium Announces the Mirror Bay Package Desktop Aquarium
AZOO Palm Aquarium announces the Mirror Bay Package desktop aquarium. The Mirror Bay Package is easy to use, setup and provides a beautiful addition to any home or office. The most noticeable feature on the Mirror Bay Package is the seams. AZOO seals all their glass aquariums with a proprietary... - February 19, 2007 - Azoo Palm
AZOO Palm Aquarium Announces the 2007 Product Catalog
AZOO Palm Aquarium is proud to announce the 2007 product catalog with over 250 high quality desktop aquarium products and accessories currently not found anywhere in the US. “The demand for aquariums and accessories that conveniently fit onto any desk or small space is growing... - February 15, 2007 - Azoo Palm
Bella's House & Pet Sitting Honored by National Pet Care Industry Association
Bella’s House & Pet Sitting Awarded “Business of the Year” by NAPPS - February 14, 2007 - Bella's House & Pet Sitting
Free Online Dog Classifieds Become an Important Resource for Finding Puppies, Pet Products, Services, Events and More
K9 Kloud9 Provides a New Service for Dog Product and Service Providers, Breeders, Rescues and other Industry Participants to Advertise - February 13, 2007 - Dog Quality Enterprises
SniffyMcGees.com Wins the First WomensNet Amber Grant of 2007
Sniffy McGee’s Unique Pet Boutique (http://www.SniffyMcGees.com), an online boutique for the pooch with style, has been awarded the first WomensNet Amber Grant for Entrepreneurs of 2007. - February 12, 2007 - WomensNet.Net
One Web Site – 100 Toilet Trained Cats
New Web site showcases photos and videos of toilet trained cats and provides instructions on how to teach your kitty to use a regular human toilet. - February 07, 2007 - KittyGoesPotty
Birds, Mice, and Apple Pie: New Book Shows Life from a Cat's-Eye View
"Birds, Mice, and Apple Pie," a new book by Sacramento-area mother Susan Fiedler, is a heartwarming story of seven cats that will appeal to animal lovers of all ages. - February 01, 2007 - Spotted Cat Designs
YourBarn.com: Connecting Riders Around the World
In less than five months of operation, YourBarn.com - the ground-breaking social network owned by equestrian travel publication Equestrian Adventurer - now stands poised to cross the border to 4,000 members from around the world. In less than five months since its introduction, more than 3800... - January 31, 2007 - Equestrian Adventurer Media
Pet Dental Health is as Easy as 1-2-3
National Pet Dental Health Month is approaching quickly. Sponsored by a number of well known organizations including the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), American Veterinary Dental Society (AVDS), Academy of Veterinary Dentistry, American Veterinary Dental College and Hill's Pet... - January 19, 2007 - GregRobert Enterprises, Inc.
Da Vinci Innovation Group Introduces New Patented Tool for Safely Removing Ticks from People & Pets
THE TICK TOOL launched just in time for expected boom in tick populations. - January 19, 2007 - The Tick Tool a Da Vinci Innovation Group Company