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.
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association to Host Pet Care Exhibit at 2012 N.C. State Fair
Statewide Association of Veterinarians to Offer Information on Pet Care and Animal Health. - October 12, 2012 - NCVMA
Best Friends Announces Race for 2013 Canine-in-Chief and Canine Cabinet
National pet service company Best Friends Pet Care launches 2013 Pets-idential Election Contest. - October 11, 2012 - Best Friends Pet Care
Nan Martin Presenting on Essential Oils for Animals at The Conference for Complementary Animal Healing
Internationally known intuitive, animal empath and energy healer Nan Martin of Experience Essential Oils will be presenting at The Conference for Complementary Animal Healing in Boxborough, Massachusetts on November 11 and 12, 2012. Nan will speak about using therapeutic grade essential oils for... - October 11, 2012 - Experience Essential Oils
NewProductHelp.com Creates Dynamic Online Presentation for Boo Boo Gown Invention
Todd K., Michigan resident and inventor, recently contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to put together an impressive online presentation for his Boo Boo Gown invention, with the goal being to eventually utilize it to introduce the invention to potential licensees... - October 11, 2012 - New Product Help, Inc.
A New Resource for Horse Lovers Buying or Selling Horse Properties, Trailers, Saddles and Hay
WikiHorseWorld.com announces four new horse-related Classified Ads for equine real estate plus horse trailers, saddles and hay. The equestrian website also added rotating photo galleries (slide shows) to its equine classifieds, pedigrees, forums and articles. - October 10, 2012 - Dream World Technology Inc.
Billy + Margot Announces That They Will be on Dragon's Den
Billy + Margot Will be on Dragons Den 14th October 9pm - October 10, 2012 - Billy + Margot
Innovation Direct™ to Help Present Ray Doggie Bag Invention to Potential Licensees
An innovative new product designed to bring great convenience to pet owners, the Ray Doggie Bag, has been developed by Jean Ray of Chicago, Illinois. The invention's unique design enables its users to clean up after their pets in an efficient manner. Being a dog owner can be substantially... - October 07, 2012 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ to be at Helm of Marketing Efforts for Pet Cool Water Bowl Invention
An innovative new product designed to resolve a common dilemma for pet owners, the Pet Cool Water Bowl, has been developed by Jeraldine Barnes of Cleveland, Ohio. The invention's unique design insures that pets have one of their basic necessities taken care of at all times. It is often said that... - October 07, 2012 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Dirty Dog, Inc. Announces It’s "Wanna Talk Dirty" Video Contest
Only The Dirtiest of Dogs May Apply - October 06, 2012 - Dirty Dog, Inc.
Dog Clothes Now Shipping for Free
SwankyCritter.com has decided to help out in this poor economy by shipping all orders for free in the USA. Dog owners can now afford to buy the cute dog clothes and beaded dog collars that give them and their dogs so much joy. - October 04, 2012 - Swanky Critter Inc
Earth Heart Sponsors 2012 GoToRovers.com 5K Fun Run/Walk for Pets at H.H. Backer Show to Benefit Animal Care League
Earth Heart continues commitment to help dog-related organizations raise much needed funds. - October 02, 2012 - Earth Heart Inc.
New Website That Offers Help with Training Your Dog and Controlling Them
Find out about the new website that can help you train your dog once and for all so that they will behave the way you want them to. - October 01, 2012 - Helptrainingmydog.com
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Releases Podcast on Caring for Birds
Dr. Dan Johnson Discusses Caring for and Tending to Exotic Pets - September 30, 2012 - NCVMA
Dirty Dog, INC. Teams Up with PeerBackers.com Crowd Funding Site, to Bring Awareness to Dirty Dog, INC.
Crowd Funding Sites are all the rage, and the hot new company, Dirty Dog, Inc., has teamed up with www.Peerbackers.com to help raise money for an SEO campaign to bring awareness to the problem that Dirty Dog solves. There are over 78 million dog owners in America, and it is a little known fact... - September 29, 2012 - Dirty Dog, Inc.
Trendy Winter Dog Clothes in Stock at Swanky Critter
Swanky Critter Corp has added cute dog clothes for winter to their website, featuring new dog coats, dog costumes for Halloween, cute dog dresses and warm dog shirts. Swanky Critter always ships to their customers for free whether they are buying one outfit or many and still keep prices very low on well-made dog clothing. - September 29, 2012 - Swanky Critter Inc
Virginia Veterinary Medical Association Announces Rabies Awareness Week
Veterinary Association Sponsors Statewide Rabies Awareness Week - September 28, 2012 - Virginia Veterinary Medical Association
Enter the Friendliest Pet Contest and You Can Win $150
Petpav is the top pet social network. Now is your chance to not only make friends and get pet advice on petpav.com, but to win a $150 prepaid cash card. And, of course, joining the site is free and no purchase is necessary to participate. How to enter: You need to build a complete pet profile on... - September 26, 2012 - Petpav.com
In Time for Halloween PeticularFashions.com Now Has Dozens of New, Quality Costumes for Your Pet
Peticular Fashions has teamed up with Amazon to offer a large selection of quality pet merchandise. Just in time for Halloween they have added dozens of new, quality Halloween costumes specially designed for your four-legged family member. - September 25, 2012 - Peticular Fashions
Wyld’s Wingdom to Exhibit at H. H. Backer 2012 Christmas Trade Show & Educational Conference
Wyld’s Wingdom will showcase exotic and pet bird products at the H.H. Backer 2012 Christmas Trade Show at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont (Chicago), IL, October 12 – 14 , 2012. - September 21, 2012 - Wyld's Wingdom
Dirty Dog Teams Up with the Butte Humane Society to Protect the Dog Lovers Doing the Bidwell Bark
Dirty Dog Paw Spritz will be one of the featured sponsors at the Bidwell Bark Fun Run & Walk taking place at One Mile Recreation Area, Lower Bidwell Park, Chico, CA from 8 am to noon on Sunday, September 29th. The event is being put on by the Butte Humane Society. The goal at Butte Humane... - September 20, 2012 - Dirty Dog, Inc.
Wonder Pet Expo "Hoofs" Its Way to Dallas the Free, Fun-for-the-Entire Family Event - Including Your Pet - Makes Its Debut in Dallas
The Dallas Derby Devils (Roller Derby Team) will help host Wonder Pet Expo Dallas Oct. 20 at the Dallas Market Hall in Downtown Dallas. The event not only has free admission but free parking as well. Wonder Pet Expo Dallas is promoting animal health and wellness along with rescue and responsible pet ownership. - September 19, 2012 - Wonder Pet Expo
NADOI Launches Project Homecoming; Seeks to Woo Back Former Members
The National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors (NADOI) announces an effort to encourage former members to rejoin the organization. - September 18, 2012 - National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors
Innovation Direct™ Tabbed to Represent Tangle Free 2 Dog Leash Invention to Industry
An innovative and effective new product that addresses a common problem for dog owners, the Tangle Free 2 Dog Leash, has been developed by Carroll W. Lenard of Athens, Louisiana. The invention's unique design provides its users with a solution to a very common annoyance related to walking multiple... - September 16, 2012 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Dog Obedience Classes to be offered this Fall
This fall, dog owners will be able to train their dogs with a professional trainer in Basic Dog Obedience classes hosted by Village Pets and Supplies. - September 15, 2012 - Wet Nose Pet Care
Steve Germain Dealership Joins with Humane Society to Host “Strut Your Mutt” in Naples, FL
Steve Germain’s Germain BMW of Naples is a proud host of the fifth annual “Strut Your Mutt” Halloween costume contest being held on October 20th, 2012. - September 15, 2012 - Steve Germain Motors
Sunshine Farms Pet Food Announces New China Distributor
Sunshine Farms Pet Food Company has appointed new China Distributor to represent their grain-free pet food on the Chinese market. - September 13, 2012 - Sunshine Farms Pet Food Company
Launch of Userfriendly Pond Supplies E-Commerce Website
LA Pond.com is an online distribution company that supplies pond and water garden products to professionals, retailers, and servicemen in the pond industry. Their 30+ years of experience installing, servicing, and maintaining ponds of all sizes and configuration, from traditional lily ponds to Japanese Koi ponds, gives LA Pond.com unique insight into the products that work best. - September 11, 2012 - LA Pond.com
Canine Crime Scene Investigation for Fun
Beastie Darlings and Canine PhD today announced Atlanta’s only Canine Crime Scene Investigation Fun Course from September 21-23 in Conyers. - September 08, 2012 - Beastie Darlings
Hearst Journalist and His Dog Will Give Pet Lovers and Pundits the Election Scoop in Epic Road Trip Across America
Traveling duo will offer social commentary on and off the campaign trail through the eyes of a Beagle dog and his politically naïve owner - September 08, 2012 - Hank Herman
Camp Bow Wow of Middlesex, NJ Installs Cutting Edge UVC Air Disinfecting Technology to Protect Dogs from Harmful Bacteria and Viruses
When it comes to your pet’s health, you can never be too careful. That’s why Camp Bow Wow, a doggie day care, boarding and grooming provider in Middlesex, New Jersey, has gone the extra mile to protect your dog from harmful bacteria and pesky viruses that can lead to illness and cause... - September 08, 2012 - Camp Bow Wow
Connecticut Animals Get a Sweet Deal from Rescue Chocolate
Danbury Animal Welfare Society (DAWS) has been named the September 2012 beneficiary for Rescue Chocolate, the vegan chocolate company which donates 100% of its profits to various animal rescue organizations. DAWS is a volunteer-powered non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of... - September 07, 2012 - Rescue Chocolate
Aquatic Life Wins 2012 Pet Product News International Editors’ Choice Award for Its 1W Expandable LED Fixture
Aquatic Life is pleased to announce its 1Watt Expandable LED fixture has been awarded the Pet Product News International Editors’ Choice Award for 2012. The editorial team at Pet Product News International reviewed more than 300 products before determining this year’s... - September 07, 2012 - Aquatic Life
Playtex Products, LLC Selects TFI Envision for Litter Genie™ Direct Mail Postcard
Platex Products, LLC selects TFI Envision to develop a direct mail postcard to introduce their new Litter Genie ™ cat litter disposal system to mass shoppers. - September 06, 2012 - TFI Envision, Inc.
PetExp Coming to Fort Lauderdale, FL October 21, 2012 - "A ShowCase For All Of Man's Best Friends"
Fairy Fundraisers strives to promote the emphasis of community involvement, business networking, and highlighting their non-profit organizations. These are the individuals that provide a service to the community that is intangible and highly irreplaceable. PetExp is the medium that facilitates this for the pet world. - September 04, 2012 - Fairy Fundraisers
WeatherBeeta to Donate a Blanket to Each Equine Adopted Through Equine Network’s a Home for Every Horse
As part of a continued commitment to improving the welfare of horses, WeatherBeeta has announced that a portion of all proceeds from their customer’s purchase of any WeatherBeeta product will support an initiative to outfit horses recently adopted through Equine Network’s A Home for... - August 31, 2012 - Equine Network, LLC
New Dog Clothes Designer Added at Swanky Critter
Swanky Critter Corp has taken on a new, trendy dog clothing designer for late summer and autumn designs. - August 30, 2012 - Swanky Critter Inc
Hilda Gurney Clinic Set for Ohio Event
US Dressage Federation clinician, two-time Olympian, and USDF Hall of Fame inductee Hilda Gurney will conduct a 2-day clinic at Cincinnati, Ohio Oct. 31st - Nov. 1st, sponsored by the America Trakehner Association. Participants and auditors are welcome. - August 28, 2012 - American Trakehner Association
Pet Care Professional from Animal Amour, Inc. to Appear at Quest for Excellence Convention in Austin Texas
Pet Care Professional to Appear at Quest for Excellence Convention in Austin Texas. Owner of Animal Amour, Inc. wins Pet Sitters International Premier Pet Sitter Getaway. Winner receives an all-expense paid trip to the Quest for Excellence convention in Austin, Texas. - August 26, 2012 - Animal Amour, Inc.
Wyld’s Wingdom to Exhibit at SuperZoo
Wyld’s Wingdom will showcase exotic and pet bird products at the SuperZoo National Show for Pet Retailers, Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nevada, September 11-13, 2012. - August 25, 2012 - Wyld's Wingdom
Voting Begins in Equine Network’s “Medals for the Rest of Us” Contest
Although the competition in London has come to a close, everyday horse people are still vying for glory as voting begins in the Equine Network’s “Medals for the Rest of Us” contest, sponsored by ZIMECTERIN® Gold, Purina Mills® and USRider®. To view the entries and to... - August 24, 2012 - Equine Network, LLC
Win Prizes for Your Horse and Dog in the My Best Friends Photo Contest from the Equine Network's EQUUS Magazine
Calling all dog and horse owners. Have you ever captured a special moment or a funny interaction between a dog and a horse? Submit the photo to EQUUS magazine’s My Best Friends Photo Contest and you could win a prize package for your equine and canine friends from Doc’s Equine and... - August 24, 2012 - Equine Network, LLC
Accessorize Your Pet with New Designer Collection of Cat Collars, Beds and Toy Scratchers at BudgetPetCare
BudgetPetCare.com, the leading online pet supplies store has added a new range of designer cat accessories on its website. Stylish and affordable, the new range of products includes cat collars, cat beds and cat toy scratchers. It is manufactured by the well established French company,... - August 23, 2012 - BudgetPetCare
Pet Product News Editors Choice Awards Honor Halo Spot’s Stew® Grain Free Dog and Grain Free Cat Dry Foods
Pet Product News recently announced that Spot’s Stew® Dry Dog-Grain Free Surf ‘n Turf and Spot’s Stew® Dry Cat Grain Free Hearty Chicken Recipe were both chosen to win the publication’s coveted Editors’ Choice award. While the publication received hundreds of submissions this year, only 43 products were selected for this honor. - August 22, 2012 - Halo, Purely for Pets
Donation of PTSD Service Dogs with 2,500 “Likes” on Facebook
Alpha K9 will be providing a PTSD service dog to a person in need for every 2,500 “Likes” on Facebook. The People targeted to receiving the service animal is a child, Veteran, Law Enforcement or any first-responder. Alpha K9’s current program is designed to donate up to 5 Service... - August 15, 2012 - Alpha K9
The Pet Professional Guild Welcomes Newest Member Time To Go Pet Care LLC
The Pet Professional Guild, a professional pet industry member-association that advocates for force-free dog training and pet care, announced today that Michelle Orr Motzenbecker of Time To Go Pet Care LLC has qualified for membership. - August 09, 2012 - Time To Go Pet Care LLC
Petropolis is First in St. Louis to Offer Personal Computers and Video Chat for Canine Guests
Petropolis Pet Resort in Chesterfield is the first boarding facility in St. Louis to offer personal computers for Skype video chat in all of their villas. - August 04, 2012 - Petropolis Pet Resort
26 Bars & a Band Receives Award for Best Leash for Their Avant Garde Retractable Leash
Watch these adorable pups and beautiful people model the Avant Garde retractable leash and see why Pet Business named it the Best Leash of 2011. - August 03, 2012 - 26 Bars @ a Band
The Animal Rescue Site and GreaterGood.org Partner with Rover.com
Lisa Halstead, Executive Director of GreaterGood.org, announced today that The Animal Rescue Site and GreaterGood.org have been selected as Preferred Partners of Rover.com’s Sit a Dog, Save a Life [tm] program. Sit a Dog, Save a Life™ enables participating Rover.com sitters, who can be... - August 02, 2012 - GreaterGood
Surviving the Dog Days of Summer
A little precaution will go a long way in helping your pets beat the heat. - July 30, 2012 - Time To Go Pet Care LLC
Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Grows to 26 Locations
Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming, a leader in retail pet supplies and service, has grown to 26 franchise locations and has added grooming to 22 stores. - July 30, 2012 - Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming