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.
PremierPups.com Reveals Valuable Insights About the Premier Promise
Premierpups.com, a trusted online service that helps dog enthusiasts find their ideal puppies, decided to reveal valuable insights about their network of breeders and steps they follow to ensure all their puppies are healthy and happy. PremierPups’s network of breeders –... - July 08, 2019 - Premier Pups
Diabetic Alert Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to Woman in Pinehurst, Idaho
With her Diabetic Alert Dog, Kendrick, by her side, Brenda and her family are hopeful that she will gain the confidence to face the everyday challenges of living with diabetes. - July 07, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Modern and Smart, Online Pet Retailer Aipaws Launches July 2019
Aipaws, a multi-brand online retailer that allows customers to discover stylish and affordable pet products for their pets, launches on 1st July, 2019. - July 03, 2019 - Aipaws
New Ultra Absorbent Potty Pads with Activated Carbon for Your Four-Legged Loved Ones; KOCHO Debut from Japan
KOCHO, a well-known company in Japan, mainly manufacturing and selling the pet care related product such as pet sheets (puppy pads) and cat litter, has launched their strongest products "Ultra Absorbent Potty Pads" in the US in 2019. - June 27, 2019 - KOCHO
Autism Service Dog Delivered to Assist 7-Year-Old Girl in Mississippi
Katy was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder at 2 years old. Her family is hopeful that a service dog will provide assistance to calm Katy during times of anxiety and be a constant friend. The dog is named after fallen officer Senior Deputy Jessica Laura Hollis. - June 22, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Keep Your Dogs Calm, Comfortable and Safe on July 4
Pet Wants Olathe, a local pet food and products company, provides suggestions on how to help dogs get through Independence Day. - June 21, 2019 - Pet Wants Olathe
CrittEar Launches First In-Ear Hearing Protection for Dogs on Indiegogo
CrittEar, a new innovative pet product manufacturer, will be partnering with Indiegogo to launch their first in a planned line of patent-pending in-ear hearing protection products designed just for dogs. - June 21, 2019 - CrittEar
NAPHIA Announces Pet Insurance Market Reaches $1.42B in North America
North America’s pet health insurance sector reached another major milestone, with total premium volume in North America reaching $1.42 billion USD by the end of 2018, according to the North American Pet Health Insurance Association (NAPHIA). Industry data also showed that 2.43 million pets... - June 12, 2019 - NAPHIA - North American Pet Health Insurance Association
Zeyra C. Couceiro Recognized as a Woman of the Month for May 2019 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Zeyra C. Couceiro of Miami, Florida has been recognized as a Woman of the Month for May 2019 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding achievements and high level of success in the fields of retail grocery and dog breeding. Each month, they... - June 04, 2019 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Medical Mutts Helps Owner Train Her Own Seizure Alert Dog and Get Her Life Back
Dublin is a very special basset hound. This unusual service dog never misses a seizure and alerts Olivia so that she can prepare and get to a safe place. With him by her side, Olivia has been able to get her life back. Diagnosed with epileptic seizures after high school, Olivia, now in her... - May 21, 2019 - Medical Mutts Service Dogs Inc
A Fireman and His Rescue Dog on a Mission
Penelope, an Australian shepherd mix, has an important mission: helping her person cope with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Nathan is a fire fighter. Over the past decade, his family had noticed a significant change in his behavior at home and interactions with his loved ones. Years of... - May 14, 2019 - Medical Mutts Service Dogs Inc
Nonprofit Releases 2018 Dog Bite Fatality Statistics and Trends from the 14-Year Data Set (2005 to 2018)
In 2018, canines killed 36 Americans, pit bulls contributed to 72% of these deaths. Over the last 14 years, canines killed 471 Americans. Two dog breeds, pit bulls (311) and rottweilers (47), contributed to 76% of the total recorded deaths. - May 10, 2019 - DogsBite.org Incorporated
Foster Homes Needed for Exceptional Dogs
Medical Mutts, a nonprofit service dog training organization, specializing in training dogs to help with diabetes, seizures or PTSD, is looking for very special people to foster their dogs. “Our dogs need to spend times in regular homes,” explains Melissa Morris, Director of training at... - May 09, 2019 - Medical Mutts Service Dogs Inc
6,000 Square Feet of Atlanta's Hottest Commercial Space is Going to the Dogs
Innovative design and newest technology to deliver superior pet boarding and day care experience to Atlanta. - April 12, 2019 - Lucky & Lady
Dogs Prove There is a Scent Associated to Epileptic Seizures
A collaborative study between a French research team of the University of Rennes and an Indiana-based service dog organization, Medical Mutts, showed that dogs are able to detect an odor collected from patients during an epileptic seizure. These results will open a large field of research on the... - March 29, 2019 - Medical Mutts Service Dogs Inc
Swiss Startup Brings Pets Into the Blockchain
The Swiss startup CogniPet™ plans to store the identity of dogs and cats in the Blockchain with the aim of reducing potentially misleading and fraudulent practices. Thanks to AI-based image recognition, the CogniPet™ mobile app will give the pets a digital ID and validated pet industry information, offering potential buyers and owners more security. - March 29, 2019 - CogniPet™
Bird Street Bistro Tops the Charts
Every once in a while a new product comes out that creates a stir of attention and a demand so high that retailers are having trouble keeping the products on their shelves. Bird Street Bistro cook and serve foods for companion birds is literally flying off the shelves everywhere. Joanie Lindquist,... - March 26, 2019 - Bird Street Bistro
The DogSmith of Estepona Announces New Certified Fun Scent Games Instructor
The DogSmith of Estepona extends congratulations to Certified Pet Care Technician Janina Tainio who is now also a Certified Fun Scent Games Instructor. A new Fun Scent Games six-class course, with Janina Tainio Dn-CPCT, Dn-FSG, is now open for registration. - March 13, 2019 - DogSmith of Estepona
The Pack of Tampa Bay to Celebrate 25th Professional Pet Sitters Week™ March 3-9
The Pack of Tampa Bay will donate 10 percent of all profits and match 100 percent of all tips March 3-9 to the Suncoast Animal League in honor of Professional Pet Sitters Week. The Pack of Tampa Bay encourages pet owners and pet lovers alike to celebrate the 25th annual Professional Pet Sitters... - March 05, 2019 - The Pack of Tampa Bay
Jadey's JuJu - Ethically Sourced Goody Boxes for Pets & Their People - Proceeds Donated to Honest 501c3 Pet Organizations
Jadey's JuJu is made up of obsessed pet lovers from humble beginnings whose mission is to give good JuJu and proceeds to honest 501c3 pet organizations. - February 25, 2019 - Jadey's JuJu
A Local Pet Store is Helping Veterans in Central Florida
Chews A Puppy near Orlando, Florida has announced their new program to thank active duty members and Veterans for their service. - February 21, 2019 - Chews A Puppy
Healers PetCare Launches Biolley Farms Partnership
Healers PetCare, Inc. is proud to announce a strategic alliance with Biolley Farms, an organic farm located in the Costa Rican rainforest. The partnership links two woman-owned companies with equal passions for producing high-quality products. Healers founder, Terri Entler created her company in... - February 19, 2019 - Healers PetCare, Inc.
Healers PetCare Announces New Partnership, Pet Health Products
Healers PetCare Inc. is kicking off 2019 with a bang, announcing both a new partnership and the launch of several pet health products. Founder Terri Entler created Healers in August 2009 after experiencing disappointment with other pet product lines. The company has since grown to offer a variety... - February 05, 2019 - Healers PetCare, Inc.
Research Grants, Awards and Findings Announced by Fear Free
Research Grants, Awards and Findings Announced by Fear Free - January 04, 2019 - Fear Free LLC
Give Pets the SuperLife - Introducing New Wildology™ Super Premium Pet Food from Mid-States Distributing Company, Inc.
Introducing new Wildology™ super premium pet food the only pet food with SuperLife Pro™, a blend of patent-pending probiotics and superfoods. - December 28, 2018 - Mid-States Distribution Company
Northern VA Pet Sitting Company Provides Dog Walking Tips for the Winter
Paw Pals, a Northern VA pet sitting company, compiled a list of dog walking tips for pet owners who must walk their dogs in cold winter temperatures. These tips can help keep you and your dog safe all through the winter. Many pet owners do not realize that with the winter comes a whole range of... - December 22, 2018 - Paw Pals Pet Sitting, LLC
Renown Pet Author, Steve Dale, Teams Up with Essentials PetCare to Release “My New Puppy” – A New Children’s Storybook about Responsible Pet Care
The 8-page book, which features colored illustrations by children, is being made available free at EssentialsPetCare.com. - December 18, 2018 - Essentials PetCare - Walk-in Veterinary Clinic
As the Fur Flies Pet Grooming Salon Now Open - Austin’s Cats and Dogs Pampered by Grooming Experts
Proudly announcing the recent opening of “As the Fur Flies” - a day spa for pampered pets in the heart of the east-side in Austin, Texas. The pet grooming salon is geared towards dogs and cats of all breeds and ages, as well as those with disabilities or behavioral issues. - December 04, 2018 - As the Fur Flies
DNA My Dog Introduces New Canine DNA Test That Identifies Both Genetic Age and Breed of Dogs
DNA My Dog’s novel new NextGen Canine Genetic Age Test is the world’s first commercially available test that uses telomeres to pinpoint a dog’s genetic age, plus identifies the breed through an easy at-home cheek swab. - November 20, 2018 - DNA My Dog
Sitters4Critters Pet Care Announces New Pet Store and Partnership with pawTree
Sitters4Critters is excited to announce its partnership with pawTree, an all-natural pet nutrition pet store. They are breaking this news in excitement for better animal care products proudly made in the USA. Now, even picky eaters will love these food supplement add-ons. - November 17, 2018 - Sitters4Critters
Northern Virginia Pet Sitting Company Provides Tips for Pet Owners
Paw Pals, a Northern Virginia pet sitting company, recently published a blog post full of Thanksgiving tips for pet owners. - November 16, 2018 - Paw Pals Pet Sitting, LLC
Pet Life Radio Brings Back Holiday Meme Contest for Thanksgiving's National Dog Show on NBC
The Dogs Until 2 Meme Contest is now open for entries on Pet Life Radio. - November 10, 2018 - Pet Life Radio
Coyote Arrives on Long Island at Jungle Bob's Reptile World
Coyote Peterson of YouTube fame will be visiting Jungle Bob’s Reptile World on November 10th. Coyote will be greeting his fans and signing autographs. - November 06, 2018 - Jungle Bob's Reptile World
RVT Pet Care Releases First Product: a Leather Dog Training Leash for People with Arthritic Hands
New Product Launch - October 30, 2018 - RVT Pet Care
Petique Releases Lightweight and Durable Pet Strollers
Travelling is more enjoyable if we do it with our fur friends. Selfies are even great with them. There really is not much fuss as all they need are some the best pet travel systems, a really nice and strong leash (such as what is offered by Petique Pets). Their leashes and strollers can guarantee... - October 30, 2018 - Petique USA
Worldwide Animal Travel Expands to Toronto with New Office
In response to growing demand for their pet travel services in the Greater Toronto Area, Worldwide Animal Travel has officially opened a new office location at 1-1071 Britannia Road East, Mississauga, Ontario. The unique space features a cattery, dog kennel and ample space to walk animals. This... - October 28, 2018 - Worldwide Animal Travel
Get Your Pet Co-Founder is New Host of Pet Life Radio’s "Take Me Home"
Animal Welfare Expert, Angela Marcus, Educates Audiences While Helping Pets Get Adopted. - October 22, 2018 - Pet Life Radio
Pet Wants Olathe Gives Back with "Buy, Match, Give" Program
Pet Wants Olathe is implementing a donation match program to help get more people to donate healthy food to area rescues and shelters. - October 16, 2018 - Pet Wants Olathe
Chantilly Pet Sitting Company Educates on NOVA Dog Sitting Services
Paw Pals, Chantilly pet sitting company, released a blog educating readers on the benefits of receiving Northern Virginia dog sitting services instead of placing their dogs in kennels for their care. - October 14, 2018 - Paw Pals Pet Sitting, LLC
Marilyn D. Mintz Created Her One of a Kind Art Prints: "The Art of Sports," with Poetry, Song; and Art Print Calendar Included
U.S.A. and internationally known artist, writer Marilyn D. Mintz, who is the author of the book "The Martial Arts Films," the first to describe and define the genre, and who achieved U.S.A. and international patents, enjoys creating one of a kind art prints. Marilyn D. Mintz's one of a... - October 05, 2018 - Marilyn D. Mintz
Multi-Million Dollar Pet Business HandsOn Takes a Punch from Inferior Knockoffs
Jay Michaelson, 42, grew up bathing and grooming horses and dogs. Raised in Texas, the curious young man always wondered why his family kept buying the same old hard-to-hold curry combs that were marginal at best, bathing mitts that never fit and shedding blades that literally ripped the... - September 25, 2018 - HandsOn Gloves
ZooZwear Apparel Website Debuts with Top 25 Dog Breeds & the Top 10 Cat Breeds
New apparel website Zoozwear.com has just opened for business with tshirts and other gear on Amazon and Zazzle. - September 25, 2018 - Frederick Fichman
NOVA Pet Sitting Firm Educates on House Plants Poisonous for Cats
Paw Pals, a Northern Virginia pet sitting firm, recently published a blog post explaining the dangers of house plants that are poisonous to cats. According to the Fairfax cat sitting company, many pet owners may have plants within their homes that they do not realize pose a danger to their... - September 13, 2018 - Paw Pals Pet Sitting, LLC
Joey’s P.A.W. Helps Over 60 Special Needs Dogs in One Year
Joey’s P.A.W. has helped over 60 special needs dogs have a better quality of life since the founding of the organization in August 2017. Over the past year, 58 dogs have been outfitted with wheelchairs, five dogs have received custom prosthetics and six dogs have been adopted. “All... - August 27, 2018 - Joey's P.A.W.
Pet Wants Olathe Launches New Products
Local pet food and supply company now offering high-protein, nutrition packed Chicken Jerky and Freeze-dried Chicken Hearts and Freeze-dried Salmon Bites. - August 19, 2018 - Pet Wants Olathe
Zentry Works Launches New & Improved ReptiWipes for the Reptile Enthusiasts Worldwide
The company launched its first product called ReptiWipes in 2014 and it hasn’t looked back since. Moreover, Zentry Works has also announced that its flagship product, ReptiWipes is now going nationwide with distributions across the United States. - August 16, 2018 - Zentry Works
Centreville Dog Walking Company Discusses Dog Friendly Events In NOVA
Local Paw Pals, a Centreville dog walking company, published a blog post listing the top dog friendly events in Northern Virginia this summer. - August 12, 2018 - Paw Pals Pet Sitting, LLC
Emmy-Winning Author Travis Yates New Book Highlights Dog’s Improbable Recovery From Spinal Stroke
New book details dog's recovery from paralysis after a spinal stroke and the extreme lengths taken by her owner to get her walking again. - August 03, 2018 - Travis Yates
Sitters4Critters Introducing Pet Nanny Services in Levittown. Caring for Your Pet When Class is Back in Session.
Sitters4Critters' pet nanny is the governor of all pet sitters. She is an expert in pet care, medications and injections. She supervises and makes sure clients are wow'd in every possible way so they keep coming back for more. - August 02, 2018 - Sitters4Critters
Buster's Brew Introduces New Healthy and Organic Bone Broth Tea for Pets
Buster's Brew Bone Broth tea blend for pets is prepared with all-natural, organic ingredients: Toasted, gluten-free pearl barley, dehydrated beef and chicken bone broth, liver powder, ground sweet potato, zucchini, turmeric, and a dash of pet-safe herbs. The tea may be easily brewed at home using... - July 27, 2018 - Buster's Brew Bone Broth for Pets