Featured Blog Posts – September 2011 Archive (6)

Observing the buzz at SuperZoo last week and hearing about its growth over last year's show, I kept thinking (and even remarked to a few people), "Thank goodness for pet humanization!" This engine that has been driving the continued growth of our industry is still humming along. Perhaps it's dipped below full throttle occasionally during the last several tough…

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Over the last few years, dog walking has really increased in popularity.  In fact, it is so high in demand that more and more individuals are becoming dog walkers.  Some dog walkers are experienced while others may be newcomers to the business.  As a dog owner, you should know that taking your dog out for walks regularly is important as it provides them with the exercise and fresh air they need to be happy and healthy. … Continue

Learn From the Top Pet Food Blogs

 

To write a good blog, you have to read good blogs.  The purpose of this ranking isn't to list the most popular pet food blogs, it's to provide a list of pet food brand blogs…

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Pet sitting can be a blessing as it allows you to leave your pet in the hands of a professional when you have to go out of town.  While it is possible to leave your pets with friends, relatives or neighbors, it may not always be possible and oftentimes you simply don’t want to impose on them.  Pet Sitting provides many benefits to both you and your pet.  There are several advantages to hiring a pet sitter.  Here… Continue

The most recent "Market Report" column from Packaged Facts discusses how petfood and treat marketers continue to focus on health and wellness in their new product development, a strategy that keeps paying off because the message seems to resonate with today's involved consumers who treat their pets as family members.

 

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No dog owner is able to spend the entire day, every day, with their beloved canine.  Although most wish that they could it is often the case that pet owners need to leave the home for work, recreation and travel.  This prompts the question, what can you do when you leave home and have nobody there to look after your pet?  The answer is simple.  Hire a dog sitter for your playful pup while you are away.

Dogs crave companionship and attention and once this is denied they often become…

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