News by subject: PET

"I wanted to create an improved pooper scooper that is easier and neater to use," said an inventor, from Old Bridge, N.J., "so I invented the SMART SCOOP. My design ensures that the pet waste is totally contained until it can be disposed of in a...

Heralding the arrival of Earth Day 2024, LG Electronics, unveiled today a 3D anamorphic experience on its Times Square billboard in New York City highlighting vulnerable and endangered species.  The LG Endangered Species Series, which will run...

At Denver Zoo's 80-acre campus three miles east of downtown Denver, a troop of Critically Endangered western lowland gorillas enjoy the relative peace and security provided by attentive animal care and health teams and a spacious habitat. Mountain...

Ideam LLC, creator of the innovative Cascade® Wild Bird Feeders, is proud to announce that it has been named the winner of the Best Marketing Award presented by the United Inventors Association during the National Hardware Show in Las Vegas on March...

Pet Supermarket, a specialty pet supply retailer with over 225 locations across the U.S. Southeast, is excited to bring attention to its comprehensive CBD offerings. Reflecting a companywide commitment to pet wellness, these carefully selected...

The Pittsburgh Pirates and Bully Max are thrilled to announce an exciting partnership that will bring even more tail-wagging fun to PNC Park this season. In collaboration with Bully Max, the Pirates will host special "Pup Nights" at the ballpark,...

ROYAL CANIN® U.S., a division of Mars, Incorporated and leader in pet health nutrition, has announced an expansion to its Veterinary Gastrointestinal (GI) portfolio. Gastrointestinal issues are the 3rd and 4th most common issue in cats and dogs that...

GlobalVetLink (GVL), a pioneer in digital health certificate solutions, has partnered with Airpets International, one of the country's leading pet relocation services, to simplify pet travel. With the integration of GlobalVetLink's innovative Pet...

Picking up from its record year in 2023, PET|VET M&A, Sales & Advisory, (https://www.petvetsales.com/ ), a premier brokerage and advisory firm for the pet care industry, is off to a fast start announcing today a strong first quarter 2024 performance,...

Cave Pets, the newly launched pet nutrition brand with clinically-studied superfoods formulated to improve the health of pets and heal the planet, announced it has been designated as Regenerative Organic Certified® (ROCtm) from the Regenerative...

Green Boy announced today that it opened a new plant-based pet food division, as per the first of April, expanding its international footprint to supply premium plant-based pet food ingredients to pet food producers globally. The focus will be on...

NaturVet, the 30-year pioneer and present-day innovator of the pet health and wellness industry, announces the latest innovation in the pet supplement realm: Breed Specific Soft Chews®. This new comprehensive line is made up of five products that...

"I wanted to create a retractable dog leash with added features to increase safety and convenience when walking a dog," said an inventor, from Massapequa Park, N.Y., "so I invented the MACGYVER LEASH. My design enables you to see in low light...

Canada Post has issued new stamps drawing attention to two of the country's endangered frog species. The two stamps feature the...

Seventy critically endangered Mojave desert tortoises have successfully emerged from their winter burrows after being reintroduced into their native habitat on Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance and The...

National Dolphin Day is this Sunday, April 14th, and SeaWorld is inviting guests to celebrate by diving into unique up-close encounters and interactions with the ocean's most playful ambassadors ? and one of the most popular animals at the SeaWorld...

Wag N' Wash, a specialty retailer focused on the wellbeing of dogs, is hosting a community event at its flagship location in Ann Arbor at 353 N Maple Rd on Saturday, April 13 from 10:00 a.m. ? 2:00 p.m. In keeping with the company's mission of caring...

April is Canine Fitness Month, highlighting the importance of keeping our furry friends active and healthy. And this is paramount?especially in light of recent statistics reporting 59% of dogs in the U.S. are overweight or obese. As pet owners,...

Badlands Ranch®, the premium dog nutrition brand providing superfood-packed dog food and treats for canine health, is excited to announce that the brand is now available on the popular pet food and pet products website Chewy.com....

Tartar Shield Pet Products, Inc., a leading manufacturer and distributor of pet dental health products, announces the launch of Direct2Vet, an online portal designed to simplify the way veterinary professionals and students purchase pet dental...

As humans gear up for allergy season, it's essential to remember that our furry friends are also susceptible to seasonal allergies. Spot Pet Insurance, a leading provider of pet insurance, has analyzed its data and found a significant spike in claims...

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance has welcomed the 250th California condor to hatch at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. The chick's parents are Xol-Xol (pronounced "hole-hole")?the first California condor brought into human care under the California...

"I wanted to create a convenient, hands-free way to collect pet waste in the yard or while walking the dog," said an inventor, from Hampton, Va., "so I invented the E Z POOP SCOOPER. My design would be easy to carry, and it would prevent unpleasant...

Freshpet (FRPT), the leading fresh pet food brand, announced today a long-term partnership with global superstar Meghan Trainor, the pop hitmaker behind "All About That Bass," "Made You Look," and latest track with T-Pain, "Been Like This", as its...

In celebration of our canine companions on National Pet Day, a poll of 1,265 UK dog owners commissioned by Purina has revealed that owning a dog is not only good for your physical health, but can also be great for making new friends and striking up...

Pets in the Houston area now have access to human-quality imagery to get the treatment they deserve, thanks to the new Sage Veterinary Imaging (SVI). Working closing with local veterinarians, SVI offers the latest research-grade technology to obtain...

The Performing Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) today announced the death of African elephant Lulu at the 2,300-acre ARK 2000 captive wildlife sanctuary in San Andreas, California. She was humanely euthanized on April 9th by the PAWS veterinary team due...

In collaboration with GO Topeka, the economic development group for Kansas' capital city, Plug and Play Topeka, a global innovation platform that creates industry-specific accelerator programs, announced it has selected 15 animal health startups and...

ELIAS Animal Health, a leading companion animal cancer therapeutics company, today announced the appointment of Brian Segebrecht as Chief Revenue Officer in anticipation of the impending product approval of the ELIAS Cancer Immunotherapy (ECI®) in...

What better day to celebrate our beloved furry friends than tomorrow's Pet Day, a time to recognize the significant role manufacturers like SPX FLOW play in ensuring the health and well-being of cats and dogs everywhere....

When Geoff Pender and his family decided to get away for a holiday on the lake, they took their curious cockapoo named Soho with them. While relaxing in their rental cabin, they noticed that Soho had pulled something out from inside a crack where the...

Wellness Pet Company, a leader in pet nutrition for over 25 years, welcomes Jessica Gorbet as Vice President of Legal and Mark House as Vice President of Information Technology (IT). With extensive experience supporting global operations,...

National Pet Day on April 11th  is dedicated to celebrating our beloved animal companions and the joy they bring. On this special occasion, Dr. Marty Goldstein, a renowned holistic veterinarian, shares three tips for pet parents to honor and cherish...

Pet Supermarket, a specialty pet supply retailer with over 225 locations across the U.S. Southeast, is springing into action this season with services and products tailored to improve the lives of furry, feathered and scaled friends....

Banfield Pet Hospital ? the nation's leading provider of preventive veterinary care and part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of practices ? has named David Sturrus as the practice's first Chief Client Officer....

Petcube, a pioneer in the world of Connected Pet Tech, presents POPS, marking the company's venture into non-tech products. Petcube POPS aim to elevate snack time and training sessions for pets, enriching their lives with tastier and healthier...

Pet Valu Holdings Ltd. ("Pet Valu" or the "Company") , the leading Canadian specialty retailer of pet food and pet-related supplies, will release its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2024 and hold its Annual and Special Meeting of...

The North American Pet Health Insurance Association (NAPHIA) today released its 2024 State of the Industry (SOI) Report showing the North American pet health insurance sector grew another 21.9% in 2023. This year's SOI Report indicated, for the...

A recent survey uncovered that 49% of pet parents have, or know someone who has, a tattoo they regret. However, a majority of those with regrets would not regret a tattoo of their pet,* which is why PetSmart is celebrating the launch of the new...

Dogtopia, the nation's largest and fastest-growing pet services franchise, was recognized again as a "Top Brand to Buy" in the pet category in Franchise Times' Annual Zor Awards. Dogtopia continues to dominate the pet sector due to its leading-edge...

Dogtopia of Jacksonville Beach Boulevard, part of the nation's leading dog wellness franchise, has recently reopened under new ownership. Located at 11300 Beach Blvd., Dogtopia of Jacksonville Beach Boulevard provides award-winning services to dog...

Halo, the most accurate GPS dog fence ever created, has been named to Fast Company's prestigious list of the World's Most Innovative Companies of 2024. Halo was also recognized in the fourth annual Inc. 5000 Regionals: Northeast list, the most...

Houston PetSet, a local nonprofit organization working to end Houston's homeless animal crisis, hosted its second free community microchip and vaccine event of 2024 on Saturday, April 6. It was the largest event to date, and the group vaccinated and...

The Dyrt, the No. 1 app for camping availability, photos and reviews, has found that more than half of campers camped with dogs in 2023. The Dyrt's 2024 Camping Report presented by The All-New Toyota Tacoma revealed that 53.7% of campers brought...

A new report by World Animal Protection and Action for Dolphins has exposed the tourism industry's connection to the Taiji dolphin hunts, notorious for the slaughter of hundreds of dolphins each year and the brutal capture of wild dolphin pods off...

On Tuesday, April 9, the Los Angeles City Council is expected to vote on a measure to suspend the issuance of dog breeding permits in the city as a way to address shelter overpopulation concerns. The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) vehemently opposes...

The upcoming solar eclipse is a fascinating natural phenomenon, but it's important to consider how it might affect our pets. Spot Pet Insurance shares what you need to know to keep your furry companions safe during this celestial event. ...

From 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 4, Return to Freedom's American Wild Horse Sanctuary will celebrate the start of its summer program season and the 29th birthday of Spirit. The Kiger stallion served as muse and model for the beloved animated...

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As the world's largest veterinary teaching hospital dedicated to the advancement of veterinary medicine, Schwarzman Animal Medical Center (AMC) announces its official 2023 numbers ?...