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Change is Good for Snaggle Foot
Out with Waggin’ Tailz. In with Snaggle Foot. A growing pain that thrills Karen Cockrill. Little did the pet care entrepreneur know that her one-man show would grow almost as fast as a puppy does—and would need a name change along the way. To strengthen the company’s presence through a unique brand image, she went back to her childhood. - April 24, 2009 - Snaggle Foot
Dogs and Cats Get Their Own Discount Drug Program
St. Petersburg, Florida Animal Hospital develops $4 prescription program for pets. - April 15, 2009 - Noah's Place Animal Hospital
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
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
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
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
Economic Crisis Gone to the Dogs
There’s no question that the recession has led to many businesses closing and thousands of lost jobs, but the jury is still out on the extent to which the economic crisis will affect online businesses. Some experts say that hard economic times actually fuel e commerce. Others, such as... - March 25, 2009 - LittlePamperedPets.com
Celebrity Dogs to the Rescue
A virtual who's who in canine celebrities slated to show support for homeless pets. - March 25, 2009 - Pup 'N Iron LLC
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
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
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
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
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Celebrates Inaugural Veterinarians’ Day at the Capitol
The North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association (NCVMA) (www.ncvma.org), a professional association of veterinarians, will be hosting its inaugural Veterinarians’ Day Wednesday, March 4 at the Legislative Building located at 16 W. Jones St. The event will bring together professional... - March 04, 2009 - North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association
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
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
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
Pinstripe Marketing Launches Pro Bono Advertising Campaign for SPOT
Pinstripe Marketing will unveil a new advertising campaign for SPOT’s (Stop Pet Overpopulation Together) grand opening of its first spay/neuter clinic tomorrow in Pinellas Park. Last September, the Pinstripe team selected SPOT as their 2008-09 pro-bono client. “We believe it is the... - February 20, 2009 - Stop Pet Overpopulation Together
My Personal Assistant Errand/Courier Service Celebrates Their Second Year in Business
My Personal Assistant Errand Service Celebrates Their Second Anniversary. During these tough economical times, My Personal Assistant has a lot to be proud of as they celebrate their second year in business. By finding a niche in the service industry, My Personal Assistant has fulfilled a need in the business community. - February 17, 2009 - My Personal Assistant
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
Annual Calendar Photo Contest Call for Entries
Stop Pet Overpopulation Together (SPOT) is hosting its 4th Annual Pet Photo Contest in search of 100 cats and dogs for the 2010 calendar. - February 13, 2009 - Stop Pet Overpopulation Together
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
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
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
SPOT Opens Its First Spay/Neuter Clinic
Stop Pet Overpopulation Together or SPOT, is opening its first spay/neuter clinic on February 19th. Join SPOT in support of February’s National Spay/Neuter Month for the clinic’s grand opening with music, food, giveaways, an auction and more. SPOT's Low Cost Spay/Neuter Clinic is located on the corner of 62nd Avenue and 44th Street N in Pinellas Park. Stop on by February 19th at 6pm for the ribbon cutting or visit spotusa.org for more info. - January 30, 2009 - Stop Pet Overpopulation Together
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
New Book: MicroCurrent for Horses (and Other Vital Therapies You Should Know) by Deborah Powell
MicroCurrent for Horses (and other vital therapies you should know) focuses on low level electrical stimulation and other complementary therapies for improving injury recovery, reducing injury recovery costs, injury prevention, and optimizing performance. Fully illisustrated with drawings, pictures, and charts. Matrix Publishing 280 pgs. 2008. $89.95. - January 26, 2009 - Matrix Therapy Products Corp.
Golden Quill Press Story Submission Contest
Golden Quill Press.com Has Issued a Call for Story Entries for New Book Contest. - January 23, 2009 - Golden Quill Press
Bark Busters Offers Tips for Responsible Dog Ownership
In support of “Responsible Pet Ownership Month” in February, Bark Busters, the world’s largest dog training company, offers guidelines for the estimated 44.8 million dog owners in the U.S. - January 22, 2009 - Bark Busters
New Madison, Wisconsin Pet Services Company
Gotta Go Out, LLC announces its opening as a new Madison area pet services business which provides pet sitting, dog-walking, pet transport, doggie yard clean-up, and pet errand services to pet owners. Gotta Go Out, LLC is bonded, insured and accredited by Pet Sitters International. - January 15, 2009 - Gotta Go Out, LLC
Gables Pet Care Nominated as Comcast's Best of the City 2008
South Floridians can be rest assured that Miami is one of the most Pet Friendly towns around. Recently voted “Best of the City 2008” by Comcast, Gables Pet Care is rapidly becoming the premier option for Pet Care services. Offering Pet Exercise, Pet Sitting, Daily Dog walking, Nutritional support, and Pet Taxi Services amongst many others - Gables Pet Care is a one stop shop when you need help caring for your furry friend. - January 15, 2009 - Gables Pet Care
Grand Opening Of Doggie Lounge and Nightclub
A new style of daycare is coming to the metro area. Your dog deserves the fun and style you look for. The Doggie Lounge provides all the fun and excitement in a safe, cafe-free environment. - January 14, 2009 - Doggie Lounge & Nightclub
Jim Burwell's Blog Dog Training Tips from the Experts, Receives Recognition from the Highly Regarded Dogtime.com Blog
Just like the Hollywood Walk of Stars, Jim Burwell of Jim Burwell's Petiquette and his blog, Dog Training Tips From The Expert, have been nominated as a Blog Star Expert on the well repsected online dog blog, Dogtime.com Dogtime.com is the home of well respected dog trainers such as Dr. Ian... - January 13, 2009 - Jim Burwell's Petiquette In Home Dog Training
Love Thy Pet Mobile Pet Grooming Comes to Charleston
Famed Nashville Tn area Love Thy Pet mobile grooming has come to the Charleston area. - January 12, 2009 - Love Thy Pet
Bark Busters Offers Tips to Manage Dogs Like Movie Star "Marley"
Guidelines from the world’s largest dog training company help owners of high-energy breeds, such as Labrador retrievers, prevent out-of-control dog behavior. - December 18, 2008 - Bark Busters
World's Largest Internet Radio Station is Going to the Dogs
Ty Brown, dog trainer and author, signs deal to star as host of radio show on the biggest internet radio station on earth, Voice America. - December 17, 2008 - CommuniCanine Inc.
D Pet Hotels Barking Through Hollywood
D Pet Hotels LLC, today announced the opening of its much-anticipated 13,500sq ft luxury pet resort and spa in Hollywood, California. D Pet Hotels houses the finest and most modern-luxury boarding for your Distinguished/Dog. From its standard bowWOW suites which include doggie beds and flat screen... - November 25, 2008 - D Pet Hotels
Animal Communicator Appears at DIVA MN Affair
Animal communicator Janet Roper appeared Friday, November 14 at The Ultimate Pajama Party, sponsored by DIVAMN. - November 15, 2008 - Talk2theAnimals
Stem Cell Therapy Available in Tulsa Private Veterinary Practice
Stem cell therapy has been adopted by Southwest Veterinary Hospital, Inc. This new technology allows a pet's own fat cells to be used to spur healing of injuries and chronic, painful conditions. - November 08, 2008 - Southwest Veterinary Hospital, Inc.
Bark Busters Launches Its First-Ever Internet Radio Network
Bark Busters—the world’s largest, most trusted dog training company—has unleashed its new Internet Radio Network on www.BarkBusters.com. Dog lovers nationwide can now listen to extensive interviews with nationally known pet industry experts as well as learn training and safety... - November 07, 2008 - Bark Busters
Tampa Bay Area - Concierge Company Adds Cosmetic Surgery Recovery to Its Long List of Services
We've Got You Covered Concierge Services was founded in 2008 to provide personal assistance to busy professionals in the Tampa Bay area. Now, it's extremely proud to add surgery recovery to its long list of personal concierge services. - November 05, 2008 - We've Got You Covered Concierge Services
Innovative Pet Service Expands Across Country
Born in Houston but spreading its wings, Waggin’ Tailz has sold its third franchise and is setting up shop in Weare, N.H. The innovative petsitting service has followed a rapid path of success since its establishment in 2006, swiftly acquiring hundreds of clients and selling its first two... - November 05, 2008 - Snaggle Foot
Animal Massage and Acupressure Students Enter Teacher Training Program
Four graduates of the Rocky Mountain School of Animal Acupressure and Massage (RMSAAM) entered the Teacher Training Program in 2008 and some will begin teaching in 2009. “Our Teacher Training Program is a great way for us to find promising new instructors and make sure they meet the very high... - November 03, 2008 - Rocky Mountain School of Animal Acupressure Massage
Equine and Canine First Aid and CPR Certification
Rocky Mountain School of Animal Acupressure and Massage (RMSAAM) is now offering a First Aid Course on Horse and Dog for the animal practitioner and animal owner. - October 27, 2008 - Rocky Mountain School of Animal Acupressure Massage
Rocky Mountain School Launches 230 hour Equine Massage Program
In August 2008 the Colorado Department of Higher Education, Division of Private Occupational Schools approved a 230 hour Equine Massage Program for the Rocky Mountain School of Animal Acupressure and Massage (RMSAAM). - October 26, 2008 - Rocky Mountain School of Animal Acupressure Massage
Central Bark's Dog-Gone Good Year
New Initiatives, Continued Involvement Make for a Successful 2008. - October 21, 2008 - Central Bark Doggy Day Care
Long Island Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Service Now Open
Pet Sitting Long Island is a new pet sitting and dog walking service in Nassau County Long Island. Serving Nassau and Suffolk counties, there is no job too big or too small for them to handle. - October 15, 2008 - Pet Sitting Long Island