Animals & Pets News
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In Recognition of November Being Epilepsy Awareness Month, Service Dogs by SDWR, is Sponsoring a Grant Program for Seizure Response Service Dogs
In recognition of November being Epilepsy Awareness Month, Service Dogs by SDWR will be sponsoring a grant program for Seizure Response Service Dogs. The grant applications will be accepted throughout the month of October with announcement of winners in November in recognition of Epilepsy Awareness... - October 04, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Eric Ginsburg's Fridge Art Fair Miami The Fridge Farewell Victory World Tour
Eric Ginsburg’s Fridge Art Fair is pleased to announce its return to Miami this December in conjunction with Art Basel Miami Beach and Miami Art Week with “Eric Ginsburg’s Fridge Farewell Victory Tour.” Fridge heads to the historical, glamorous, elegant tropical paradise art-centric Downtown Miami and its landmark Eurostar's Langford Hotel. - October 02, 2019 - Fridge Art Fair
Oprah Backs Established CBD Pet Line: Dope Dog
Dope Dog's CBD pet products are gaining popularity after being featured on The O-List in the October 2019 issue of Oprah Magazine. The item featured is the "Dope Dropper" which contains 500mg of CBD suspended in biologically appropriate MCT coconut oil. According to their website, the Dope Dropper is popular for helping with separation anxiety, reducing inflammation, and promoting calmness and balance. - October 01, 2019 - Dope Dog
The Daily Growl Announces Top 10 Halloween Safeguards for Pets
Millions of Pets Are Exposed to Threats and Dangers During the Holidays. - September 29, 2019 - The Daily Growl
Burgham Sales Ltd. Selected as Distributor for Vital Essentials®
Vital Essentials® announced its partnership with Burgham Sales Ltd., a leading importer and distributor of pet supplies and accessories. As part of the distribution agreement, Burgham Sales Ltd. will market, sell and support Vital Essential® and Vital Cat® raw pet food, treats and... - September 25, 2019 - Vital Essentials
Sammy's Hope Holds 2nd Annual Fun Run and Walk on October 26 in Sayreville, NJ
Sammy’s Hope Animal Welfare & Adoption Center in Sayreville, NJ will hold its second annual “Happy Tails” Fun Run and Walk to benefit the dogs and cats. The event will be held on Saturday, October 26 at the Capik Nature Preserve off of Bordentown Ave (615) in Sayreville, between Browns Road and Cheesequake Road. - September 24, 2019 - Sammy's Hope
Metalab's Evolution and FEI-Approved Elite Bit Collections Bring Comfort-Driven Designs to a Wider Range of Horses and Riders
The new bits offer next-level ergonomic designs and give riders precision control. - September 16, 2019 - Partrade
Diabetic Alert Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to Family in Oak Ridge, NC
Morgan is a 7-year-old who enjoys swimming, cheerleading, going to the beach and boating with her family. Morgan also has had to endure the daily struggle of living with Type 1 Diabetes. Morgan’s service dog, Iris, will be able to accompany her everywhere thanks to the Americans with... - September 11, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Lami-Cell, a Division of Partrade Trading Company, LLC, Unveils Ventex 22 Sport Boots with Patented Coolite Neoprene
Revolutionary technology is 20% lighter than other breathable materials, keeping equine athletes’ legs cool, dry, and irritation free. - September 05, 2019 - Partrade
CBD Company Dope Dog is Hosting "Yappy Hour" to Benefit Beverly Hills Animal Rescue
Dope Dog, a popular Los Angeles based-company specializing in canine CBD products, has teamed up with Deity Animal Rescue to throw their first ever Yappy Hour. The event will be held at Deity Dogs and Goods in Beverly Hills on Wednesday September 18th from 6 to 9 pm. All of the proceeds will benefit Deity Animal Rescue, going directly towards funding medical bills, food costs, and other expenses associated with saving and caring for dogs in need. You can purchase tickets on Eventbrite. - September 04, 2019 - Dope Dog
Special Delivery for a Very Lucky Mayville Resident
A fifteen year-old Mayville resident will be welcoming into her home and heart a service dog. The dog named Hawk is being provided by SDWR, a non-profit organization based in Virginia, with a mission to provide specially-bred and trained dogs for adults and children with invisible disabilities like... - September 02, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Healers PetCare, Biolley Farms Join Forces to Save the Rainforest
Healers PetCare, Inc. is proud to announce a new partnership with current products partner Biolley Farms, this time to help further the latter’s mission to save the Costa Rican rainforest. Terri Entler founded Healers in 2009, creating her own dog first aid and safety product line that... - August 29, 2019 - Healers PetCare, Inc.
Northern VA Pet Sitting Service Lists Best Dog Treats to Give your Dog
Paw Pals, a Northern Virginia pet sitting service, recently released a blog that lists the best dog treats to give your dog. These treats will help your dog feel properly nourished for more energy. Dog treats are designed to make your dog feel special by allowing them a yummy rewarding treat. It... - August 26, 2019 - Paw Pals Pet Sitting, LLC
Recently Opened Long Beach Dispensary Modern Buds Introduces "Dog Hospitality"
Modern Buds Creates Dog Friendly Marijuana Dispensary. - August 23, 2019 - Modern Buds
Former Disney Animator Has Gone to the Dogs with Animal House Portraits
Animal House Portraits provides high end professionally hand painted oil pet portraits of dogs, cats, horses and other pets. Their portraits are painted using the finest materials and created based on the clients' provided photographs. This is a very unique personalized gift for any pet lover. - August 22, 2019 - Animal House Portraits
Texas Tripe Announces Pet Food Recall
Texas Tripe is recalling on products from 5/28/2019 through 7/1/2019 for possible contamination. - August 03, 2019 - Texas Tripe
Northern VA Pet Sitting Service Lists Best Indoor Activities for Dogs
Paw Pals, a Northern Virginia pet sitting service, recently released a blog that lists the best indoor activities for dogs. These activities can help your dog get exercise and intellectual stimulation without needing to go outside. Hot summer days can make it difficult to exercise, particularly... - August 03, 2019 - Paw Pals Pet Sitting, LLC
Autism Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to Young Girl in Corona, CA
10 year old Emily is the lucky recipient of an Autism Service Dog named Janey. Emily’s parents are looking forward to Janey becoming their daughter’s friend and angel. They are most looking forward to Emily and her new service dog playing together as well as alerting them if Emily... - August 02, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Diabetic Alert Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to Family in Rancho Santa Margarita CA
7 year old Chase, along with her parents, has been dealing with her diabetes diagnosis for close to two years. Chase is a very active typical 7-year old, who enjoys playing softball and gymnastics. It is important to her parents that Chase’s service dog can help Chase with feeling more... - July 30, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Vital Essentials® Vital Cat™ Frozen Cat Food Now Available in Resealable Containers
Vital Essentials® Vital Cat™ Frozen Raw Cat Food is now available in resealable 14 oz. freezer-safe containers, which maintains the quality and freshness of the food. The Vital Cat line of frozen and freeze-dried cat food provides the ultimate limited ingredient, all-natural diet for the... - July 25, 2019 - Vital Essentials
Family from Prescott, AZ is Showing Their Way of Paying It Forward Through an SDWR Service Dog Volunteer Experience
The Nelson family knows all about how important service dogs can be for an individual and family. Their son was the recipient of the SDWR diabetic alert dog, Endy in 2018. Endy is providing the comfort and reassurance necessary for the Nelsons and helping their son manage and face the everyday... - July 25, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Family from Pleasant Plains, IL is Showing Their Way of Paying It Forward Through an SDWR Service Dog Volunteer Experience
The Shown family know all about how important service dogs can be for an individual and family. Mr. Shown was the recipient of SDWR diabetic alert dog, Samson in 2016. Samson is providing the comfort and reassurance necessary for the Showns and helping Mr. Shown manage and face the everyday... - July 21, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Autism Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to Assist Family in Roseville, CA
A very lucky 7-year-old girl from Roseville, CA received a special delivery today of her very own Service Dog from SDWR. - July 21, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Autism Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to Family in Allentown, PA
Allentown, PA boy receives a very special delivery of his own service dog from SDWR. - July 20, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Diabetic Alert Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to Family in Loganville, GA
A very lucky girl from Loganville, GA has received her very own Diabetic Alert Dog. - July 20, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Vital Essentials Reveals New Additions to Dog Food and Treat Lines
Vital Essentials® now offers four new freeze-dried dog food options and one freeze-dried dog treat at neighborhood pet stores across the United States. “At Vital Essentials, we consider ourselves pet health advocates who deliver the ultimate in healthy, nutritious foods for cats and dogs... - July 11, 2019 - Vital Essentials
Diabetic Alert Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to Family in Highlands Ranch, CO
Family in Highlands Ranch, CO looking forward to the extra help diabetic alert service dog will bring. - July 09, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
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.