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Leading veterinarian shares the best tips for exotic pet care
At the center of a new book, veterinarian Dr. Laurie Hess investigates an unknown epidemic to find the source of a mysterious illness plaguing sugar gliders across the country. “You will be swept up in her race to find a cure that will save dying animals and the frequent E.R.-like action, as well as the…
Read MoreBrighten your yard this winter with the help of wild birds
(BPT) – Bright colors aren’t often associated with winter – but they can be. In fact, a backyard full of beautiful colors and cheerful chirps may be just a few feedings away. If you’ve never fed wild birds before, winter is the perfect time to get started. Opening up your backyard to birds during the…
Read MorePet Parents Will Buy Gifts for Their Pets This Holiday Season
‘Tis the season not only for joy and love, but also for pets. An overwhelming majority of parents who responded to Petco’s November survey* plan to join in on the holiday fun with their pets — with a whopping 84 percent of respondents noting they plan to treat their furry friend with a gift, which…
Read MoreCanine Shopping Gets A Personal Touch With New AKC Shop
The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the leading advocate for dogs, is pleased to announce a new online shopping experience with the launch of The AKC® Shop. The online store features products that leverage the AKC’s extensive knowledge in dog breeds, health & training. In addition to traditional products to best suit dogs’ individual needs, the…
Read MoreSubaru Encourages Dog Lovers to #OptOutside
Subaru of America announced that, through its partnership with REI, it is bringing together two passions of Subaru drivers, the outdoors and pets, to invite dog lovers everywhere to #OptOutside with their four-legged friends on Black Friday. Subaru is encouraging millions across the country to #OptOutside with their pets and share their outdoor adventures on…
Read More#Purrsil Campaign Lends a Helping Paw to Cats in Need
Persil® ProClean®, Henkel North America’s newest premium laundry detergent brand renowned for its exceptional stain-fighting, whitening and freshness, is shaking up the historically-predictable laundry category with the release of their new #Purrsil Digital and Social Media campaign, celebrating the most discerning critics of clean laundry: cats. The campaign is fuelled by a simple idea: cats…
Read MorePup Obsessed?
Pet lovers are invited to a book signing by the renowned founder of The Honest Kitchen, Lucy Postins. She will be at Bentley’s Pet Stuff in Arlington Heights, Ill., with her new book, “Dog Obsessed,” a guide for creating happier and healthier lives for dogs. Bentley’s Pet Stuff, a leading natural pet food store, will…
Read MoreRabies: It May Be Closer To Home Than You Think
(BPT) – A Common Misconception There’s a common misconception that rabid wildlife exists solely in rural parts of the country, far from the hustle and bustle of urban and suburban life. Unfortunately, the existence of rabid animals is likely closer to home than you may think. In 2014, more than 6,000 rabid animals in the…
Read MorePoof Launches The World’s Smallest, Most Comfortable Pet Activity Trackers
The Pea and the Bean track your pet’s daily activity, progress, rest, food intake and calories burned. Poof, an innovative pet tech company out of Silicon Valley, announced today the availability of their new pet wearables, the Pea and the Bean. With Poof, pet owners no longer need to wonder if their pets are sleeping…
Read MoreDogs Fear of Loud Noises Studied
Dogs’ fear of fireworks has been well documented but new research[1] has revealed that it’s not just November 5th (Guy Fawkes Day in United Kingdom) that dog owners need to prepare for. Every family afternoon spent supporting a favourite sports team on TV is a potential meltdown for the family pet. Forty-two percent of dogs…
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