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.
Aviara Animal Health Center Welcomes Established North County Veterinarian, Nancy Norell, to Practice
Aviara Animal Health Center is excited to announce the addition of Dr. Nancy Norell, DVM to our veterinary team. Dr. Norell is an established, well-respected veterinarian in the North County area, and has been providing excellent medical care to her patients for many years. - June 13, 2015 - Aviara Animal Health Center
The DogSmith of Hunterdon Highlights Different Aspects of Responsible Dog Ownership Through Fun Pooper Scooper Competitions
To help promote a sense of community and awareness to responsible pet ownership, The DogSmith of Hunterdon, hosts “Scoop the Poop” game at Bark in the Park. - June 10, 2015 - The DogSmith of Hunterdon
New Innovative Pet Bed Design. Pet Comfort Beds Provide Comfort for Your Pet. Visit PetComfortBeds.com
Pet Comfort Beds are a new pet bed design which provides options to insure comfort for your pet. Pet Comfort Beds unique patent pending interior underneath pocket design allows a crate tray pan to be inserted inside, secured with closure, to prevent bunching up of bedding. The inserted tray pan can... - June 09, 2015 - Pet Comfort Beds
Dog Paws US Launches Apparel Line to Support Animal Rescues
Dog Paws US is excited to launch an apparel line to support animal rescues. They need support to help us keep the overhead cost down. Their Go Fund Me campaign will provide tools to produce apparel and goods at a lower rate. This will benefit animal rescues in North Carolina and the United States. - June 07, 2015 - Dog Paws US
Pet Health Insurance Industry in North America Posts Record Growth in 2014
North America’s pet health insurance sector posted record growth this year, with combined total premiums hitting $660.5 million in 2014, and the total number of pets insured reaching 1.4 million, according to the NAHIA State of the Industry Report, just released. This represents a 12.8... - June 05, 2015 - NAPHIA - North American Pet Health Insurance Association
Radio Station DJ Up for Adoption at Humane Society of Utah
Alt 94.9 FM DJ living with shelter animals until adoption fee is raised in donations. - June 04, 2015 - Humane Society of Utah
The Anxiety Wrap: Treating Canine Firework and Thunderstorm Fear
A Tufts University clinical study deems the Anxiety Wrap 89 percent effective in treating canine auditory based phobias. The patented design activates key pressure points to create a continuous, full-body acupressure experience. It can be used to treat: firework or thunderstorm fear, separation anxiety, constant barking, unwanted jumping, whining, nervousness, destructive chewing, fear biting. - June 04, 2015 - The Company of Animals
KitNipBox to Exhibit at First Annual CatCon LA Expo and Symposium on June 6th and 7th
The premier monthly subscription box of cat goodies will host an interactive booth at the two-day event tailored to cat enthusiasts and feline-centric brands. - May 29, 2015 - KitNipBox
SpotSpot, LLC Launches Disruptive Android Mobile App Designed to Find Missing Dogs and Cats, Eliminate "Lost Pet" Signs
SpotSpot, LLC announces the launch of it's self titled app Spot Spot, which acts as a social lost pet finder app designed to help people quickly and safely find their missing dog or cat. The app is currently available for download in the Google Play Store. - May 28, 2015 - SpotSpot, LLC
Napa Valley Poop Patrol Assists Residents with Spring Cleaning
With spring just around the corner, Napa Valley Poop Patrol wants to assist residents with their spring cleanup by providing dog waste cleaning services. - May 25, 2015 - Napa Valley Poop Patrol
Pet-Friendly Vacations in VenturaCountyWest
Let’s face it, our pets are part of the family. And when families go on vacation, that means their four-legged friends are coming along for the fun. VenturaCountyWest has a growing list of hotels, restaurants and attractions that make dogs feel right at home. More than 20 hotels, inns and RV... - May 21, 2015 - Ventura County Lodging Association
Napa Valley Poop Patrol Owner Volunteers at Free Vaccination Clinic
Napa Valley Poop Patrol, the Napa Valley’s first and only dog waste cleanup and removal service, gives back to the community by volunteering its time at Napa Humane Society with Compassion without Borders. - May 21, 2015 - Napa Valley Poop Patrol
Holistic Dog Health Necessitates Superior Ingredients, Says Pet Bistro™
The Pet Bistro™ range of organic treats and food may just change what consumers feed their dogs. - May 20, 2015 - Pet Bistro
Crowdfund Development of a Bluetooth Foobler Based Toy to Improve Foraging in Captive Rhinos at the San Francisco Zoo
The team that crowdfunded the Foobler and the behaviorists at the San Francisco Zoo are working together to raise funds on experiment.com to build a 3 foot diameter puzzle toy for the Rhinos at the San Francisco Zoo and research it's use with their Rhinoceros Boone and Gauhati. - May 20, 2015 - TGiF Design
New Pet Product Makes It Easy to Control a Distracted Dog While Walking on a Leash
Inventor Janice Paré announces her new product “The Obedient Pup Neck Gaiter Training Aid” that can help stop a dog from disruptive behavior while walking on a leash. - May 19, 2015 - Pare Innovations
Napa Valley Poop Patrol Donates Free Service to Local Residents Who Adopt a Dog
Napa Valley Poop Patrol, the Napa Valley’s first and only dog waste cleanup and removal service, is offering free dog poop cleaning services to any resident who adopts a dog from a local shelter or rescue organization. - May 18, 2015 - Napa Valley Poop Patrol
First Residential Dog Waste Cleanup Service Opens in Napa Valley
Napa Valley Poop Patrol will begin offering dog waste cleanup and removal service to dog owners in Napa, Yountville, St. Helena and Sonoma on June 1, 2015. - May 14, 2015 - Napa Valley Poop Patrol
Avets Receives VECCS Certification as Level I Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Facility
24-hour referral veterinary hospital, Avets, has been certified as a Level I VECCS emergency veterinary facility. - May 08, 2015 - Avets
TFI Envision, Inc. Celebrates First Annual National Therapy Animal Day™ on May 18, 2015
Monday May 18, 2015 is the First Annual National Therapy Animal Day™. - May 07, 2015 - TFI Envision, Inc.
Pet/Owner Look-Alike Contest Seeking Spitting Image of People That Resemble Their Pets
Contest proceeds to feed and care for hundreds of homeless pets and give them a second chance to find forever homes. - May 06, 2015 - Animal Rescue Fair
MEMA Pets Introduces ALU™ Leather: A Smart Full Grain Leather Dog Collar
Embedded NFC tag makes this the world’s smartest leather dog collar - May 04, 2015 - MEMA Pets
Auction - Everything One's Man Cave Might Need!
Everything for one's Man Cave to be auctioned by Lewis & Maese Antiques & Auction - 1505 Sawyer St. Houston, TX 77007 1:00 pm (CDT) Saturday, May 9, 2015 Looking to redesign a Gentleman's corridor? Maybe your den, library or "Man Cave" could use another unique work of art? Lewis... - May 01, 2015 - Lewis & Maese Antiques & Auctions
Coming Home Rescue Will Hold Adoption Events for Homeless Dogs in May 2015
Coming Home Rescue, a 501(c)3 non-profit dog rescue organization, will host adoption events for homeless dogs on weekends in May 2015. - April 30, 2015 - Coming Home Rescue
April is National Adopt a Greyhound Month
Riverside Drive Animal Care Center Specializes in Care of Greyhounds and Other Sighthounds - April 23, 2015 - Riverside Drive Animal Care Center
Online Users Connect with HSU Shelter Cats
Humane Society of Utah launches Internet-based outreach system to engage adoptable cats. - April 20, 2015 - Humane Society of Utah
Dirty Dog, a Pet Product Company Out of New York Announces the Ability for Any Size Company to White Label a Product Line
Dirty Dog, based in Manhattan, New York, the creators of the patented anti-bacterial spray for dog paws announces the ability for any size pet company or brand to white label its line of anti-bacterial sprays and shampoo and conditioner. - April 18, 2015 - Dirty Dog, Inc.
Puppy Paws Inc., Paw-Shaped Jewelry for People Who Love Animals, is Pleased to Introduce Their New Collection of Jewelry for Groomers
The collection began after a groomer in Hershey, PA requested a pendant that included a pair of sterling silver scissors with a Puppy Paw® dangling from the thumb ring. Now the collection as grown to include sterling silver as well as 14k white and yellow gold shears that can sport the wide... - April 17, 2015 - Puppy Paws Inc
Announcing The EQUUS Magazine 2015 Dirty Dog Contest
Turn a “Bad Dog!” moment in to a “Who’s a Good Boy!?” prize the next time your four-legged barn buddy finds a mud puddle. - April 17, 2015 - Equine Network, LLC
Local Dog Rescue Group Looking for a Very Special Home for a Very Special Dog
Coming Home Rescue, a 501(c)3 non-profit dog rescue organization, is looking for a foster or a permanent home for, Wally, a dog who has cerebellar cortical degeneration also known as Cerebellar Ataxis. - April 09, 2015 - Coming Home Rescue
HSU Shelter Cats Featured in Humorous Cats, Dogs Video
Freshpet features cats from the Humane Society of Utah in video asking which pet is better. - April 08, 2015 - Humane Society of Utah
Noah’s Park & Playgrounds Brings Agility to Pets and Pet Owners at the Edmond Dog Park
Noah’s Park & Playgrounds adds agility, strength and obedience to the, already entertaining, Bickham-Rudkin Edmond Dog Park with the addition of a BarkPark™ Intermediate Dog Park Agility Course. Bickham-Rudkin Dog Park of Edmond, located at E. 33rd and Rankin Terrace, was... - April 07, 2015 - Noah's Park & Playgrounds
R2P Pet to Open Hong Kong’s First Pet Pop-Up Shop
R2P Pet, a global pet products company, is setting up shop—a pop-up shop that is—at the PMQ in Hong Kong. Known for creating innovative and fresh products that help enhance the lifestyles of both pets and their families, R2P Pet has long believed in finding new ways to connect with and... - April 02, 2015 - R2P Pet
Tails of the Painted Cats Returns for Its Fifth Year
The Cat Care Society's annual benefit, Tails of the Painted Cats, returns for its fifth consecutive year to raise funds for the shelter’s homeless cats and community outreach programs. Artists and sponsors have been finalized for the 2015 event, with the finished works of art set to debut at the Lakewood Arts Council Gallery on June 4. The painted “cats-terpieces” will tour several communities throughout the summer, before being auctioned off at the Tails of the Painted Cats Gala on October 10. - March 26, 2015 - Cat Care Society
Dallas Pets Alive! Renames Shelter Dogs After Trending News to Drive Adoptions
Dallas Pets Alive! (DPA!), creators of the viral sensation #muttbombing, launches Adoptable Trends, the second phase of their digital communications platform using search and social media. The idea of the campaign is to rename dogs after trending topics, capitalizing on these social trends to help... - March 23, 2015 - dieste inc
Muzzles - Beyond the Myth
Experts Weigh in on the Many Uses and Benefits of Muzzles - March 21, 2015 - The Company of Animals
Humane Society of Utah Earns 2015 Tournament of Tails Bid
HSU to compete for share of more than $10,000. - March 20, 2015 - Humane Society of Utah
NCVMA Presents $5,000 High Five Grant to Pamlico Animal Welfare Society for Fourth Consecutive Year
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Supports Nonprofit Organization Providing Spaying and Neutering Services - March 11, 2015 - NCVMA
Local Dog Rescue Group Needs Help Raising Funds for Dental Costs of Three Dogs
Coming Home Rescue's goal is to provide exceptional care for every dog before being adopted and costs can add up quickly. The work was done immediately and the combined total for these procedures was $1,000.00. The all-volunteer-based dog rescue is seeking help from the community to help pay for her dental work. - March 08, 2015 - Coming Home Rescue
Flagler Humane Society Joins Pets for Patriots Companion Pet Adoption Program for Military Veterans
Partners with nationwide charity to give shelter dogs and cats a second chance at life with veterans and military personnel. - March 06, 2015 - Flagler Humane Society
Walking Pays Off for Not-So-Generous Americans
Slope for Pets will be launching Steps Fur Pets, a 6 month help-the-animals campaign set to run from April to September. The goal of the campaign is to raise donations for local non-profit animal shelters, rescues and fosters through the use of the ResQwalk app. According to a spokesperson at Park... - March 06, 2015 - Park Slope for Pets
Big Apple Pet Supply Adds Tropiclean Fresh Breath Oral Care Kits for Dogs at Drastically Discounted Prices
Discount Dog Dental Care Kits Offered with Low Price Guarantee & Same Day Shipping. - March 04, 2015 - Big Apple Pet Supply
New Home Exchange Service for Pet Lovers
Pet Lovers’ Home Exchange helps members trade pet care for vacation lodging, making it easier for pet lovers to travel. - March 03, 2015 - Pet Lovers' Home Exchange
Big Apple Pet Supply Adds Blizzard Leopard Geckos at Drastically Discounted Prices
Blizzard Leopard Geckos are Captive Bred Babies Born at Big Apple Pet Supply Facility. - March 01, 2015 - Big Apple Pet Supply
Big Apple Pet Supply Adds Dogit GUMI 360 Clean Dental Toy for Dogs for Dogs at Drastically Discounted Prices
Discount Dog Dental Toy Offered with Low Price Guarantee & Same Day Shipping - February 28, 2015 - Big Apple Pet Supply
Big Apple Pet Supply Adds Sunglow Boas to Reptile Inventory at Drastically Discounted Prices
Sunglow Boas are Captive Bred Babies. - February 27, 2015 - Big Apple Pet Supply
Big Apple Pet Supply Adds Tropiclean Fresh Breath Instant Fresh Mint Foam at Drastically Discounted Prices
Discount Dog Dental Care Offered With Low Price Guarantee & Same Day Shipping. - February 26, 2015 - Big Apple Pet Supply
Manufacturer of Wholesome, Customized Dog Food Launches Affiliate Program
TopDogDinners.com teams up with AffiliateManager.com to promote customized, natural, and organic dog food via the affiliate model. - February 26, 2015 - AffiliateManager.com
Subaru Loves Pets Event
Dogs and cats along the Wasatch Front received free pet microchips. - February 23, 2015 - Humane Society of Utah
Mrs. New Jersey Has Gone to the Dogs
Mrs. New Jersey United States 2015, Janice Celeste will compete in the Mrs. United States Pageant in Las Vegas in July. Her campaign is to "Connect Pets With People." - February 23, 2015 - Successful Parenting Media
Cat Behaviorist Interview with Mitch Carr of KRLD Newsradio 1080
The Catsultant, Lana Rich will be interviewed by KRLD Newsradio 1080 anchor Mitch Carr regarding interesting feline behaviors and pet owner tips. - February 21, 2015 - The Catsultant