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.
Dog Beach Day Field Trips Announced by CampCountryCanines.com
While at Camp Country Canines & Cats Boarding San Diego, your pooch is probably not going to be pining away for you if he’s part of the trusted set who is lucky enough to enjoy their newly offered Dog Beach Day Field Trips. - August 05, 2009 - Camp Country Canines & Cats Boarding San Diego
Out-U-Go!® Adds Naperville Service to Its Growing Litter
Today Out-U-Go!®, the nation’s premiere pet sitting and dog walking service, launches its Naperville location. The opening marks its fifth since the company’s founding 13 years ago and second in the past two months. Offering a variety of services – from dog walking to cat care to house sitting – Out-U-Go! will provide local pet parents with piece of mind when they are on vacation, at work or simply on-the-go. - August 04, 2009 - Out-U-Go!
SuppliesJust4Pets.com Announces the Availability of All New Interactive, Intelligent and Fun Dog Toys
Supplies Just for Pets launches an all new selection of dog toys to help keep your dog and cat stimulated, happy and active. - August 04, 2009 - Supplies Just for Pets
Final Winners Announced in the Animal Rescue Site's $100,000 Shelter+ Challenge with Petfinder.com: 74 Grants Given to Shelters and Rescue Organizations
Best Friends Animal Society of Kanab, UT, has won the grand prize of $20,000 in the Animal Rescue Site $100,000 Shelter+ Challenge with Petfinder.com. More than 4 million votes were cast over the period of fifteen weeks by devoted animal lovers and a total of 74 grants ranging from $1,000 to $20,000 were given out. - August 02, 2009 - GreaterGood
Animal Intuitive Kumari to Offer Animal Communication Workshops and Individual Mini-Sessions at Second Annual Pampered Pet Expo August 7-9
Renowned animal intuitive Kumari will teach pet lovers from across Central Florida the arts of animal communication and energy healing, and offer individual animal communication and energy healing mini-sessions at the second annual Pampered Pet Expo at the Orlando/Orange County Convention Center on... - August 02, 2009 - Kumari Inc
San Francisco Tripod Dog Competes in American Idol Style Worldwide Competition for Movie Role
A San Francisco, California tripod dog is competing in an online "American Idol Style" worldwide competition for a movie role and needs your vote. - August 01, 2009 - PonythePitBull
Lamorinda Animal First Responders to Receive Volunteer Service Award
Volunteers of the Lamorinda Disaster Animal Response Team are now eligible to receive the prestigious President's Volunteer Service Award. - August 01, 2009 - Lamorinda DART
Fugitive Piglet Finds Sanctuary at CJ Acres Animal Rescue Farm
CJ Acres Animal Rescue Farm, an animal rescue organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and reintroduction of in-need animals, today announced it has welcomed a famous “fugitive” piglet into its animal rescue family. The piglet first received notoriety when it was sighted... - July 31, 2009 - CJ Acres Animal Rescue Farm
Saving Fido and Her Owner
Lamorinda CERT and Lamorinda DART announce that an Advanced CERT/DART Training will be held in Moraga, California, starting September 12. CERT and DART graduates will train to become Red Cross Disaster Workers. The training program is designed to provide CERT and DART graduates with the skills the Red Cross expects Red Cross volunteers to have. - July 30, 2009 - Lamorinda DART
Fitness Unleashed... Learn How to Lose Weight and Gain Health with Your Pet
Michael Torchia, founder of Operation Fitness is hosting a free health and fitness event for dogs and their owners this Saturday August 1, 2009 from 10:00 am - 3:00pm. This event will take place at Westwood Park, 1350 South Sepulveda Boulevard, Los Angeles and is held in conjunction with the Los Angeles City Council Resolution marking August 1 as an official "Health And Fitness Day" in Los Angeles. - July 30, 2009 - Michael Torchia
Aqua Pure Breed™ Brand Waters Available Soon
Pure Breed Products, Inc., a new canine beverage company committed to dog wellness, announced today that its new Aqua Pure Breed™ brand water – the nation’s first portable, disposable, bowl-shaped water bottle for dogs – is making its worldwide retail debut, August 15, 2009, in upscale dog boutiques and online via the company’s website, www.AquaPureBreed.com. - July 24, 2009 - Aqua Pure Breed
Mr. John Honored to be Part of the Monmouth County SPCA Renovation Project
Mr. John supplied portable toilets for the Monmouth County SPCA renovation project. - July 18, 2009 - Russell Reid / Mr. John
California K9 Kitchen Sends Bo Obama a Gift Package
A gift package for Bo Obama arrived at the Whitehouse complements of California K9 Kitchen. - July 18, 2009 - California K9 Kitchen
Bluegrass and Dog Biscuits, Snaggle Foot Style
Kentucky’s pets are sniffing around a new kid in town. This month, the latest addition to the growing national family of dog walkers and pet sitters under the Snaggle Foot marquis began serving the Bluegrass State’s Lexington area. Building upon its excellence in the fundamental... - July 17, 2009 - Snaggle Foot
Kumari Healing Animal Communication Workshop at Panther Ridge Conservation Center Reveals Big Cat’s True Nature, Raises Funds for Troubled Center
A dozen lucky participants had the opportunity of a lifetime – a rare opportunity to interact with the “big cats” of Panther Ridge Conservation Center with Animal Intuitive Kumari. The biggest breakthrough came by way of a 16-year-old clouded leopard named Mattie, whose recent needy behavior was troubling Panther Ridge founder Judy Berens. - July 17, 2009 - Kumari Inc
Ball & Bone Launches Social Community for Dogs
Ball and Bone launches a new online community for dog lovers to be social, find information/resources and be entertained. - July 16, 2009 - Ball and Bone
Bluedogg Innovation Marketing & Media Launches HauteDog Magazine, a Local-Market Lifestyle Magazine for Dog Lovers
HauteDog magazine launches Now . . . and will be introduced in a variety of local markets across the U.S., with the focus being on the ‘wet nose culture’ of today’s intelligent and passionate dog owner. The niche of the print magazine and corresponding website is that it is... - July 13, 2009 - Bluedogg Innovation Marketing & Media
Bark Busters Launches America’s First National Naughty Dog Contest
Bark Busters Home Dog Training is searching for photos, short stories, or video clips of America’s naughtiest dogs - July 11, 2009 - Bark Busters
IRS Grants Animal Rescue Organization 501(c)(3) Status
CJ Acres Animal Rescue Farm, an animal rescue organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and reintroduction of in-need animals, today announced it has been granted 501(c)(3) tax exempt status by the United States Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The IRS has classified CJ Acres Animal... - July 11, 2009 - CJ Acres Animal Rescue Farm
Air Purification in Animal Care Facilities
Alpha Tech Pet Inc. introduces an Air Purification system that safely and reliably releases controlled amounts of chlorine dioxide (ClO2)gas for odor control and sanitation. Chlorine dioxide gas technology actively destroys and absorbs odors rather than masking scents with fragrances. It is... - July 10, 2009 - Alpha Tech Pet, Inc.
GoFetchGifts.com Announces Creative Tag Line Contest
GoFetchGifts.com, an online gift shop for dogs, cats, and pet lovers, is looking for a great tag line. The winner will receive a $75 gift certificate to use at the online store. - July 10, 2009 - GoFetchGifts.com
Dog Quality Launches Site Re-Design and New Products for Older Dogs
The new DogQuality.com offers customers a more robust and user friendly shopping experience. The site is also offering a greater selection of its products to include dog wheelchairs, dog strollers, dog diapers and more. - July 08, 2009 - Dog Quality Enterprises
Pet Food Drive Challenge Feeding Pets of the Homeless
Feeding Pets of the Homeless, a national nonprofit, has challenged its member collection sites to work towards a goal of collecting 75,000 pounds of pet food by the end of the year. The pet food is distributed through local food banks, food pantries, homeless shelters, as well as Meals on Wheels in... - July 08, 2009 - Feeding Pets of the Homeless
Elizabeth Bublitz is Hosting Book Signing at Barnes & Noble Denver West Shopping Center in Golden, Colorado for TMAC's 3rd Annual Percentage Day on July 23, 2009
Elizabeth Bublitz is hosting a book signing at Barnes & Noble Denver West Shopping Center in Golden, Colorado for TMAC's 3rd Annual Percentage Day on July 23, 2009. The event is to benefit Table Mountain Animal Center in Golden, Colorado. Participating stores will give a percentage of all their... - July 06, 2009 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Pawfriendly Landscapes is Adopting a Doggie Bag Station to Support Envirowagg, a Dog Waste Recycling Program That Converts Waste Into DOGGONE GOOD COMPOST®
Pawfriendly Landscapes is adopting a doggie bag station to support EnviroWagg. The City of Englewood Parks and Recreation Department and Englewood Unleashed are partnering with EnviroWagg, LLC to do an eco-friendly make-over for Canine Corral, a fenced dog park at 4848 S. Windemere Street. - July 06, 2009 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Pawfriendly Landscapes Supported "Englewood Unleashed 4th Annual Chili Cook Off" as a Vendor for Their Fundraiser on April 25, 2009
Pawfriendly Landscapes supported "Englewood Unleashed 4th Annual Chili Cook Off" as a vendor for their fundraiser on April 25, 2009. Elizabeth Bublitz, owner and creator of Pawfriendly Landscapes, was invited to attend Englewood Unleashed committee to contribute her expertise on creating dog friendly yards. EU is a non profit organization dedicated to public education for off-leash dog recreation, site selection, park maintenance and fundraising for Englewood Unleashed parks. - July 06, 2009 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Elizabeth Bublitz, Owner and Author of Pawfriendly Landscapes Will be Teaching a Course at the Denver Botanic Gardens About Keeping Pets Safe During the Holidays
Elizabeth Bublitz, owner and author of Pawfriendly Landscapes, will be teaching a new course at the Denver Botanic Gardens about keeping pets safe during the holidays on November 7 from 7-9 pm. She will discuss toxic plants and how various holiday decorations and commonly served food items can be... - July 06, 2009 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
Artzi Media Supporting the ASPCA to Stop Animal Cruelty
In a fight against animal cruelty, Artzi Media has decided to contribute a portion of its earning to the ASPCA in order to help their cause and, of course, help the animals. - July 03, 2009 - Artzi Media
The Social Pet Announces the Publication of Their Newest Book
“Renting with Rex: How You, Your Dog, Your Landlord and Your Neighbors Can All Thrive in Rental Housing.” The Only Book on Renting with Dogs. ISBN: 978-0-557-06368-0; Price: $19.95 Many pet owners are facing foreclosure and need to find a place to rent with their pets. They are... - June 30, 2009 - The Social Pet
Pet Emergency Preparedness Workshops in Moraga, CA, on July 4th
What: Pet Emergency Preparedness workshops. Who: Lamorinda DART (Disaster Animal Response Team). When: July 4th: 9 am, 111 am, 11 pm. Where: Moraga Commons, Moraga, CA, USA. - June 30, 2009 - Lamorinda DART
Who Will Save Your Pet in a Disaster?
Residents of the San Ramon Valley Fire Prevention District in Contra Costa County in California will soon be able to say: a team of dedicated first responders, the San Ramon Valley DART Team (Disaster Animal Response Team). - June 29, 2009 - Lamorinda DART
DogTipper.com Adds Dog Sweepstakes Blog
In response to the growing number of dog-oriented sweepstakes, DogTipper.com has launched a blog following dog contests and sweepstakes. - June 28, 2009 - PawZaar.com
SuppliesJust4Pets.com Announces Baby Patches’ Surfin Safari Giveaway Pet Photo Contest for Cats, Dogs, Birds, and Small Animals
Baby Patches’ Surfin Safari Giveaway is offering over $150 worth of prizes, Supplies Just for Pets is making this summer fun pet photo contest available to cats, dogs, birds, and small animals. - June 26, 2009 - Supplies Just for Pets
Out-U-Go!® Adds South Loop-Hyde Park Service to Its Growing Litter
New Location opening brings top-notch pet care to the neighborhood - June 24, 2009 - Out-U-Go!
Boone County DogSport Hosts a USDAA Agility Trial June 27th & 28th at Oak Spring Kennels, Inc.
Come watch the fur fly as dogs of all sizes, colors, and breeds take to the field in the wonderful sport of Dog Agility. The event will be held outdoors, rain or shine, at Oak Spring Kennels in Poplar Grove, Illinois on Saturday June 27th & Sunday June 28th from 9:00am till about 2:00pm. Dog... - June 22, 2009 - Boone County DogSport
Wag'N Enterprises Partners with Morris Animal Foundation's Canine Cancer Campaign
Wag'N Enterprises, LLC., the manufacturer of innovative pet safety products and services, has entered into a cooperative partnership with the Morris Animal Foundation (MAF) Canine Cancer Campaign. - June 20, 2009 - Wag'N Enterprises, LLC
Gotta Go Out, LLC Pet Sitting and Services Celebrates Pet Sitters International’s Take Your Dog to Work Day®
Hundreds of companies across the Country will welcome dogs into their office this Friday, June 26, 2009 for the 10th anniversary of Take Your Dog To Work Day (TYDTW Day). In honor of this event, Gotta Go Out, LLC Pet Sitting and Services is offering new clients 10% off dog walking rates for the... - June 16, 2009 - Gotta Go Out, LLC
Handicapped and Older Cats Able to Reach New Heights
Creative Pet Furniture creates a special line of furniture for handicapped and older cats. Handicapped and older arthritic cats cannot climb on regular cat trees. - June 14, 2009 - Creative Pet Furniture
Pet Chamber of Commerce Provides Advocacy for Animals and Pet-Related Businesses
The Pet Chamber of Commerce provides advocacy for animals, pet owners, and pet businesses on issues that affect animal wellness, pet-related business prosperity, and pet owner education and benefit. - June 14, 2009 - Pet Chamber of Commerce
Scooble Sponsors KLOS Mark & Brian Pet Adoption Day
Scooble sponsors Mark & Brian Pet Adoption Day benefiting spcaLA. - June 13, 2009 - Scooble.com
Alberta-Based Company Becomes Canadian Distributor for Environmentally-Friendly Automatic "Smart" Cat-Door
EIDAP Inc., the country’s largest distributor of companion-animal microchips is branching out its product line to include a state-of-the-art automatic cat-door. After investigating several options, C.O.O. Peter DeNooy, D.V.M. approached the U.K company, Sureflap Ltd. to acquire Canadian... - June 12, 2009 - EIDAP Inc.
Historic Disaster Drill in Walnut Creek
History was made on Saturday May 30th in Walnut Creek, California. For the first time in local history a disaster drill was held that included rescue and sheltering of animals and people. - June 11, 2009 - Lamorinda DART
Pet Sitting/Kennel Services in Upstate South Carolina
Hi, upstatelabradors are pleased to announce pet sitting / Full service kennel (for dogs only) here at upstatelabradors. You can rest assured that your pet or pets welfare will be in good hands here at upstatelabradors. All request's are welcome upstatelabradors offers, heating and air, swimming,... - June 10, 2009 - upstatelabradors
Little Dogs Pack a Big Punch at Teacup Dog Agility Trials
Pup 'N Iron Canine Fitness & Learning Center hosts the Washington, DC area's first ever Teacup Dog Agility Trials this weekend, June 13 & 14, 2009 in Fredericksburg, VA. Small dogs, yes, some of them even considered "girly," show they, too, are strong, athletic and built for speed. But they do it on smaller equipment appropriately sized so they can excel. It's fast, fun, exciting, and yes, too cute for words. - June 09, 2009 - Pup 'N Iron LLC
Pet-Friendly Hotel Directory Implements Fundraising Program for Non-Profit Animal Shelters and Humane Societies for Half of Proceeds
HotelsAllowingPets.com (HAP) has developed a fundraising program to add hotels to their pet-friendly directory. HAP is seeking the help of non-profit animal shelters and humane societies and will donate half of the proceeds. - June 08, 2009 - HotelsAllowingPets.com
A Pet's World Chosen as the Exclusive Sales Agent for "The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide"
A Pet's World has been chosen as the exclusive sales and marketing agent within the Pet Industry for the new book, "The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide." This book was written by attorney Kimberly A. Colgate to guide people step by step on how to create a pet trust. The Pet Plan and Pet... - June 07, 2009 - A Pet's World
Steaming Hay by HAYGAIN at Badminton
Do you want to learn more about feeding hay, the problems associated and how to eliminate these? Visit Haygain, the experts in steaming hay at Badminton Horse Trials. Situated in the World of the Horse, their exhibit gives an insight into this fascinating technique of steaming hay which will... - June 07, 2009 - PropressEquineLtd
New HAYGAIN Hay Steamer
PROPRESS Equine have launched the new HAYGAIN, a revolutionary hay steamer. Haygain transforms any quality of hay into dust-free forage giving horses a healthier respiratory system and maximising their performance. HAYGAIN has been created at Propress Ltd, experts with more than 60 years of... - June 07, 2009 - PropressEquineLtd
Bark Busters Offers Summer Care and Safety Tips for Dogs
As summer leads to warmer weather and more time outside, pet owners need to take special precautions for their dogs. Bark Busters—the world’s largest, most trusted dog training company—offers some helpful tips for dog owners on how to keep their canine companions happy, cool and... - June 06, 2009 - Bark Busters
Pet First Aid Featured in the Apple App Store
Pet First Aid, a mobile application for the Apple iPhone, is now featured in the Apple App Store. A joint venture between mobile application developers, Jive Media LLC, and pet first aid trainers at PetTech of Vacaville, Pet First Aid is the premier mobile application for all pet owners. - June 04, 2009 - Jive Media LLC