Shop for Your Pet

• The Battle Against Pet Hair is Over

• Dr. Marty Becker lists liquid pet treat among "Top 6 Pet Products" on ABC's "Good Morning America"

• GPS Tracking System Merges Technology, Functionality and Design, Bringing Peace of Mind to Pet Parents

• Travel Calm from Earth Heart

• Pee Party

• A Pet Memorial That Does Some Good

• Must-Have Products for the New Dog or Cat in Your Life

• BAD TO THE BONE

• What do you give to the pet lovers on your list?

Miracle De-ShedderTM with vacuum handle promises clean-as-you-groom ease

What if there was a pet de-shedding tool that not only removed hair and dander but vacuumed it up neatly too? Now there is. The Miracle De-ShedderTM from Miracle CareTM is one of a family of innovative grooming products designed to make pet ownership easier and more enjoyable.

Available in three sizes, this ingenious two-in-one tool is loaded with user-friendly features. The uniquely angled blade removes even the thickest hair without nicking sensitive skin, while the ergonomic handle provides a secure, comfortable grip for effortless grooming that both parent and pet will appreciate. Plus, the Miracle De-Shedder's 1 1/4" tapered nozzle attaches easily to most standard vacuum cleaners. So when time is tight, pet parents can cut the clean up. Hair and dander go directly down the hose, leaving the surrounding area clean and mess-free - ahem, hair-free.

"The Miracle De-Shedder was made with the modern pet parent in mind," comments Bill Sherk, President at MiracleCorpTM, makers of Miracle Care grooming products. Designed to synchronize what has been a two-step grooming process, the De-Shedder is the first grooming tool that actually cleans up after itself leaving more time to enjoy your pet. The Miracle De-Shedder design is patent pending and retails from $47.99 for the large model to $34.99 for the smallest size. Shoppers can find the Miracle Care grooming products at their local pet store. To learn more about the entire MiracleCorp pet product line, visit www.miraclecorp.com.

About MiracleCorp

MiracleCorp is the proud provider of thousands of innovative, premium products for animals, including health and beauty aids, grooming tools, collars, leashes, halters, safety and agility flooring, functional treats and other original products. The Stewart® product line includes, new Pro-Treat® by Stewart and Pro-Treat PlusTM by Stewart, Fiber Formula®, Flavor Enhancer®, Raw Naturals® and Raw Science®. Other MiracleCorp brands include Hamilton® and Miracle CareTM, including Kwik Stop®, R-7®, Miracle Coat® and QuickFinder®. For more information on MiracleCorp and its wholly owned subsidiaries, visit www.miraclecorp.com.

Dr. Marty Becker lists liquid pet treat among "Top 6 Pet Products" on ABC's "Good Morning America"

Recently veterinarian Dr. Marty Becker unveiled Lickety Stik® by PetSafe® as being among his favorite picks for the "Top 6 Pet Products of 2011" on ABC-TV's "Good Morning America" (GMA). Dr. Marty Becker's annual roundup incorporates the product suggestions from the nation's top veterinarians and pet professionals to include only the best of the best.

Dr. Marty Becker explained, "one out of two dogs in the United States is overweight." The Lickety Stik is a great way to treat your pet without all the calories - there's just one calorie for every 10 licks! Throughout the segment, GMA host Lara Spencer held a puppy that couldn't get enough of the Lickety Stik. At the conclusion of the piece, she displayed the product and quipped, "Clearly the Lickety Stik is the product of the year."

Introduced by PetSafe, Lickety Stik is an all-natural liquid pet treat available in several flavors, including Savory Chicken, Braised Liver and Smoky Bacon. The small bottle can be carried in a pocket, purse or car. With a twist of the cap, pet parents can offer a no mess treat anywhere, at any time.

"To have PetSafe's Lickety Stik featured on 'Good Morning America' is truly an honor," says Tracey Quillin, Category Manager at PetSafe. "Lickety Stik is a pet treat with universal appeal. We appreciate Dr. Becker's position as a trusted pet products authority and his recognition is further proof of the strength of the Lickety Stik and its benefits."

Lickety Stik is available at neighborhood pet specialty shops and via online merchants. For more information visit www.PetSafe.net/LicketyStik.

TO VIEW THE "GOOD MORNING AMERICA" SEGMENT INCLUDING THE LICKETY STIK PLEASE FOLLOW THE LINK:
http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/video/top-pet-products-2011-15238955 Or view at: http://www.youtube.com/petsafebrand

About Dr. Marty Becker
Dubbed "America's Veterinarian", Dr. Marty Becker is a resident veterinarian on "Good Morning America" and "The Dr. Oz Show". He is a best-selling author and nationally syndicated pet columnist. His latest venture is VetStreet.com, a website dedicated to providing the most accurate pet information possible.

About PetSafe®
PetSafe leads the industry in the development of innovative pet behavior, containment, lifestyle product solutions and services. The company has built its reputation on the knowledge that pets are part of the family. PetSafe is also a company of over 400 pet lovers. Every day at their Knoxville, Tennessee headquarters is "bring your dog to work day."

PetSafe debuted in 1991 with a single product - the In-Ground Radio Fence. Today, the firm provides a wealth of opportunities to help pet parents keep their pets safe, healthy and happy, from remote training products and pet doors to pet feeders and underground fences. And now, with the introduction of Lickety Stik, the company is establishing an entirely new category of treats. For details, visit www.petsafe.net.

GPS Tracking System Merges Technology, Functionality and Design, Bringing Peace of Mind to Pet Parents

Pet parents no longer have to worry about losing their beloved companions with the arrival of Tagg—The Pet Tracker™, an advanced pet tracking system equipped with GPS and wireless capabilities that enables pets to stay in touch with their owners. Tagg—The Pet Tracker is the first product from Snaptracs Inc., a newly formed, wholly owned subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM), the world leader in mobile technologies. The Tagg pet tracking system uses advanced GPS technology to enable pet owners to know where their pets are and be notified if they wander off. Tagg provides peace of mind for any pet parent by providing them access to their pet’s whereabouts via a mobile phone, mobile device or computer.

Hundreds of thousands of pets go missing every year, and according to the National Council on Pet Population Study and Policy, only 15 to 20 percent of lost dogs and only two percent of lost cats are ever returned to their owners. Tagg—The Pet Tracker is a purpose-built solution that uses a sophisticated combination of GPS and wireless technology to monitor a pet’s location and quickly notify the owner via email and/or text if the pet leaves its Tagg zone, the area where it spends most of its time—typically the home, yard and
adjacent areas.

The Tagg tracker is designed for dogs and cats over 10 lbs. and is a small, lightweight and durable device that attaches securely to an existing collar. Built to withstand all the running, digging and jumping of a pet’s busy day, the tracker is meant to be worn at all times, even while swimming. The long-lasting battery can last up to 30 days, but actual battery life will vary based on usage patterns. Read more about battery life. Convenient features have been built into the compact, stylish and comfortable tracker, including battery recharge notifications and a trip button, which allows pet and owner to take walks, car rides or travel without sending an alert.

“We created Tagg because we understand that pets are an important part of today’s family. As pet owners ourselves, we were inspired to design a purpose-built solution that provides owners the peace of mind that their pet is where it is supposed to be,” said Dave Vigil, president of Snaptracs. “A lost pet is something no owner wants to experience, and we are proud to have developed a simple-to-use and affordable tracking system that will help reunite pet and owner quickly if the pet wanders off.”

Tagg—The Pet Tracker service is provided on the Verizon Wireless network, giving pet parents reliable access to tracking information via its nationwide coverage. The Tagg Master Kit, which includes all hardware and one full year of service, is $199.99 and has an anticipated September ship date. Individual trackers for additional pets in the same family are also available.

For more information about Tagg—The Pet Tracker, visit www.tagg.com or follow the brand on Twitter @TaggTracker and Facebook at www.facebook.com/TaggThePetTracker.

About Tagg
Tagg—The Pet Tracker is the first product from Snaptracs Inc., a newly formed, wholly owned subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM), the world leader in mobile technologies. Our mission is to make people’s lives easier and safer. Tagg—The Pet Tracker was born out of our love for our pets and our system uses advanced GPS and cellular technology to help people find their
lost pets.

Tagg—The Pet Tracker is a trademark of Snaptracs Inc. Qualcomm is a registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Travel Calm from Earth Heart, Inc. can help soothe your family dog during Thanksgiving holiday travel.. Traveling over the river or through the woods can be easier for your dog with Travel Calm all-natural remedy mist from Earth Heart, Inc. Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of celebration for families. But the stress of colder weather and travel can be stressful for the family dog. Many dogs can experience restlessness, drooling, panting, whimpering and tummy upset during travel, even on short trips.

Earth Heart, Inc.’s, Travel Calm all-natural mist is a safe and healthy solution for travel shy dogs. Created to help soothe restlessness and upset tummies during all forms of travel, the mist is formulated with pure essential oils that have been traditionally used in natural remedies, such as lavender and geranium for relaxation, and ginger stomach upset.

“Travel Calm works quickly by spraying directly onto a dog's crate bedding or clothing, or rubbed into their outer ears and abdomen, or on your car or dog seats,” said Earth Heart founder, Vicki Rae Thorne. “Our customers are very happy to have one less thing to worry about when traveling.”

“I used Travel Calm to help my miniature long haired dachshund from vomiting in the car, indicated Ann Morrison, of Halifax, Nova Scotia. “I simply sprayed it on her dog seat. It's a miracle. No vomiting! It can't be this easy!? Just a happy dog that wants to go for car drives now!”

Travel Calm won't stain or leave a sticky residue on materials or fur, and can be used with puppies as young as eight weeks old. It is made in the USA, packaged in a BPA free container, and recommended by dog lovers and professionals as a safe and effective natural remedy providing relief to over 95% of dogs who experience restlessness, drooling, panting, whimpering and tummy upset during travel.

A living memorial to a furry friend can help restore a forest in need

Trees for a Change, a organization that plants trees as gifts, now offers a Pet Memorial Tree Gift. The gifts are $20 to $35, and each includes the planting of a tree, a personalized card and optional certificate, the pet’s photo and name on their online pet registry, and access to information about where the tree was planted, including photos.

Since opening in 2007, Trees for a Change has planted over 3000 trees in U.S. National Forests that have been destroyed by wildfire. The trees are all native species to each area, and help restore forests that are important habitat for wildlife. The trees are planted for all occasions, including memorials, birthdays, weddings, and now pet memorials.

“I love this idea” says, Ronnie Roche, who planted a tree in memory of her cat Scamper. “Planting a tree that will live on in Scamper’s name makes me feel good, and I like seeing her photo on the website with all the other pets.”

When Debbie Cooley lost her beloved dog, Niko, she was inconsolable. “My dog was part of the family, so when she died, I was devastated. My friend Cindy planted a tree for Niko and sent me the certificate. It was such a thoughtful gift. I will definitely give these Pet Memorial Trees as gifts in the future to my friends when they loose an animal.”

The organization’s mission, according to founder Kim Isley, is to offer personal and meaningful gifts that connect people to nature and help the planet.” An adoring pet owner herself, Isley feels good about the new pet memorials. “Most of us can’t bear the thought of losing our critters, but knowing their memory lives on in a tree—that, I think, is a comfort to people. I know it would be to me.”

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Must-Have Products for the New Dog or Cat in Your Life

A furry bundle of joy has come to live with you. Congratulations! Once everyone in the family has had a chance to meet and greet your new friend, there’s a lot you can do to ensure he or she feels right at home.

While you’re learning about proper pet nutrition, exercise and training techniques, you’ll discover an abundance of products designed to make pet parenting more convenient and pleasurable. “Today’s pet aisle is stocked with more pet and owner-friendly products than ever,” said Don Tomala, managing partner of Matrix Partners, a brand communications firm focused on the pet industry.

Here are a few noteworthy items designed to ensure your new dog or cat is happy, healthy and comfortable in their new home.

A New Generation in Dental Treats
Did you know that 80% of dogs and 70% of cats show symptoms of periodontal disease by age three? Or that one of the first warning signs of improper oral care is bad breath? Here’s an incredibly easy way to help your pet enjoy fresher breath and better oral health. Introducing TropiClean fresh breath made easy!™ dental treats. Made with safe, natural breath-freshening ingredients like parsley and mint, these unique treats not only have a taste your pet will love, but an irresistibly chewy texture that helps clean teeth down to the gums. Shake some out and you’ll see each toothsome treat is shaped like a tiny bone. All good reasons why these new dental treats are sure to make owners and pets smile. For details, visit http://www.tropiclean.net.

Design Your Own Pet Food
Just like people, each dog and cat has unique dietary needs. So why should you settle for one-size-fits-all nutrition? Now RedMoon Custom PetFood has made it easy to design your own natural pet food online and have it delivered right to your door! The natural ingredients used in RedMoon products are the finest available – including raw, whole produce and regionally sourced, antibiotic and hormone free meats. Plus, every slow-cooked base kibble recipe is grain, gluten, soy, wheat and corn-free.

To create custom food for your pet, simply log onto www.redmoonpetfood.com and select a base formula and kibble size, depending on the activity level and protein preferences of your pet. You can also fortify your pet’s food with special supplements to help with allergies, digestion, joints, skin and coat and more! Your pet’s own custom-blended food will be delivered to your door within 3-5 days. You can even have each bag printed with the name of your furry friend! 2.5 lb. trial packs are available at a special, limited time introductory price of $9.99. All orders include free shipping and two free supplements, for more information visit http://www.redmoonpetfood.com.

A Litterbox Doesn’t Have to be a Nuisance
Cleaning and grooming your new dog or cat is important, but what about problems you can’t see on the outside? Cats can have odor issues, and litterboxes may smell. While you’re getting used to your new pet, you don’t need to get used to these new, unpleasant smells. Marshall Pet Products takes care of odor concerns with GoodBye Odor. GoodBye Odor can be added to your cat’s food daily and will virtually eliminate feline odors with just three pumps a day! Made from natural ingredients, GoodBye Odor works naturally and gently in the digestive system, neutralizing odor-causing substances. After a few days of continuous use, urine and fecal odors are virtually gone.

Cuddle up to your new cat without being scared to get too close because of odors. You will definitely know your loving new cat is in the house, but you can forget about offensive smells from the littler box. An 8 oz. bottle retails for $12.99 and can be found at a retailer near you or online at http://www.marshallpet.com.

Pet Bandages That Can’t be Licked
Keeping around a pet first aid kit is a great way to be prepared. Skin allergies, hot spots, scrapes, and minor injuries are among the most common health problems for dogs and cats. Nurtured Pets™, a company focused on health and wellness products for pets, has introduced the revolutionary Anti-Lick Strip Prevent™ bandage. These pet bandages feature an outer surface constructed with natural ingredients – like cayenne pepper, clove oil and oregano – that deter pets from bothering problem spots so they have a chance to heal. These natural pet bandages are also ideal to keep new pets that have been recently spayed or neutered to avoid licking their healing areas.

Anti-Lick Strip Prevent stops licking, biting and chewing to prevent additional skin irritations and promote faster healing. And, since you never know when an annoying itch or scrape can occur with a new pet, it’s a good idea to keep extra pet bandages on hand. Anti-Lick Strip Prevent works great for cats as well, and even won recognition as one of the best products of 2009 from Cat Fancy magazine. The bandages are available in small, medium and large sizes, and come in a (6) Six Pack or (2) Two Pack. Prices start at $8.95 for the two packs. For more information, visit http://www.nurturedpets.com.

A Solution for Canine Hissy Fits
New family, new home, new rules. Having a new pet in your home can lead to common problems like potty training trouble and disobeying. For when your new pet is naughty, The Company of Animals offers the Pet Corrector. This product emits a loud hiss — a blast of compressed air — to safely and humanely interrupt undesirable behaviors.

A dog may bark incessantly, chase cars or people, or just be overly aggressive, and cats may jump up on people or off-limits furniture. When used responsibly and with the proper training procedures, the Pet Corrector can interrupt — and eventually stop — these undesirable actions. Correct these unwanted behaviors, and you won’t have to stress about your new pet. A detailed training guide with helpful training tips accompanies the product. The Pet Corrector, which comes in a 50 ml container, sells for $9.99 (suggested retail price). www.companyofanimals.us

Tasty Dinners & Treats are as Good as “Kisses”
Just like having a new baby in the house, you want to feed your new pup well-rounded meals that will help them grow strong, like Stella & Chewy’s® Dinners. Stella’s Super Beef™, Chewy’s Chicken™, Duck Duck Goose™ and Dandy Lamb™ Dinners are a perfect way to provide natural and nutritious meals for your new pet. The makers of Stella & Chewy’s believe that dogs should thrive on pure, simple, minimally processed food – the way nature intended. Each meat patty is made with only wholesome ingredients like raw USDA-inspected, naturally raised meat, plus organic fruits and vegetables. A natural, raw diet can help strengthen the immune system, alleviate allergies and promote a healthy skin and coat.

So here’s the best news – Stella & Chewy’s is the first line of raw food and treats that’s Certified Pathogen Safe, so there is no need to be concerned about feeding a raw diet that is safe for your family and pet. The products are made with an exclusive process that safely eliminates the threat of harmful bacteria without sacrificing nutrition or taste. Available in both frozen and freeze-dried varieties, Stella & Chewy’s Dinners start at $12.00. Besides creating healthy, all-natural meals for your dog, Stella and Chewy’s carries Carnivore Kisses™ and Carnivore Crunch™ treats in a variety of flavors, including the new Wild Alaskan Salmon Carnivore Kisses. The treats start at $10.99 per package so you can give your new dog nutritious and delicious snacks too. www.stellaandchewys.com.

Something Good to Chew On…
A big problem with new pets is chewing on things, especially with puppies. To satisfy a dog’s instinctive need to chew, get your dog Free Range Dog Chews Buckarooz! Natural Deer Antlers. These long-lasting deer antler treats are as natural as natural can get!

Each marrow-rich antler (previously a proudly worn headdress) has been naturally shed by the deer to make way for a new one that will grow in its place. Once the antlers are collected they are merely cut to size and packaged. Leaving the perfect, long-lasting chew your little buckaroo will go wild for and keeping those little teeth busy for hours. Buckarooz! range in size from regular (4-5 inches that retail for $6.79/package) to monster (10-12 inches that retail for $27.99/package), making them perfect for dogs of all sizes and ages. For the full story, visit www.freerangedogchews.com.

For the Smarty Paws in Your Family
How smart is your dog or cat? Entertain your new furry friend, while making them smarter! The UK’s leading specialist in dog behavior and training products, The Company of Animals has recently launched the Nina Ottosson Interactive Games pet puzzle collection in the U.S.

These innovative puzzles, including Dog Tornado, Dog Brick, Dog Magic and Dog Spinny, are described by the company as “party games” for dogs and cats. All of the games have been developed and approved by animal behavior specialists. The purpose of the line is to combine mental activity for your pet while reinforcing a special pet-human bond, the puzzles also help enhance both mental and physical dexterity as well. Each puzzle has different variables to increase levels of difficulty, depending on the dog’s experience and enthusiasm for the game. Try the Dog Brick as an introduction, or for the most determined pet, the Dog Tornado is termed the “Harvard” of all the puzzles.

Despite the name, these games are quite a hit with felines too. The Dog Spinny makes a perfect game for cats as well. Price of games range from $14.99 to $45.00. www.companyofanimals.us.

Making Dog Walking Ezy
Walking an untrained dog can be a real challenge. As you begin teaching your dog how to walk on the leash, consider a new product line that uses waterski technology to absorb those swift tugs and pulls. EzyDog, a company focused on combining the best in sports technology with dog accessories, offers the EzyDog Walking System to make walks and runs more enjoyable for both dogs and their owners.

EzyDog leashes focus specifically on grip and leash control and offers an innovative line of harnesses, collars and leashes. The Pyramid Pull System Handle (basically a cut-down water ski handle) eliminates pinching and distributes the dog’s weight across the hand for maximum control. EzyDog shock absorbing leashes feature durable polypropylene rope and a 1,500 lb. test break strength. Three different levels of Shock Absorbing Technology are available depending on the dog’s size and ferocity of pull.

The leashes retail from $17.00 to $26.00. Matching harnesses are also available from $20.00 to $29.00. You’ll want to keep your dog living an active lifestyle from day one and EzyDog makes this easy and enjoyable. www.ezydog.com.

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BAD TO THE BONE is a laugh-out-loud dog memoir about a rescued chow/retriever named Bo.

It all started when Bo wrote his first book for his owner as a Christmas gift in 2006. It went into detail about the fun and crazy adventures Bo and his owners had shared over the last fourteen years, told through his eyes.    Bo was an enthusiastic writer and the book was so funny that his owners were able to secure him a literary agent and get signed!

Bo's new book BAD TO THE BONE  was released in October of this year and would make a great gift for dog lovers. 

For a preview check this out:
http://boknowsonline.com/  and
http://dogblog.dogster.com/2009/10/20/good-day-atlanta-xtra-appearance/
(tv clip)

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1. DNA Breed Identification Kit. Many people with adopted dogs never know exactly what breed or mix of breeds their dog is. This kit, available at many pet supply websites for around sixty dollars, allows a dog owner to take a swab from their dog’s cheek and send it into a lab to find out for sure. Now when people ask what exactly little Fido is, your friend will be able to proudly announce with complete confidence: “He’s a peki-pomi-malti-poo!”
   

2. The Dog Owner’s Home Veterinary Handbook by James M Griffin, MD & Lisa D. Carlson, DVM. This book explains various health problems in dogs, how to treat them, and when to call the vet. Any dog lover will be happy to have this reference at home to help them handle anything from a little cough to a true veterinary emergency. Many similar books are available—just make sure you pick one that was written by a licensed veterinarian.
   

3. College Team Pet Bandana. If your friend is as big a sports fan as he is a dog fan, consider getting a college team pet bandana, which is easily found online for five or ten dollars. Collars and pet jerseys are also available with different college football team logos, which can be found online or at university bookstores.
   

4. Pet Carrier. For people with small dogs or puppies, consider buying a stylish shoulder bag or backpack for them to carry their dog with them when they travel or just run errands around town. Hundreds of different styles are available from a basic nylon shoulder bag to a high-end fashionable dog purse. You can find dog carriers at any pet store chain or online in a wide range of prices.
   

5. Pet Portraits. If you really want to go all out, send in a photo of the beloved pet to an artist who will then paint or sketch a portrait of the pet. Portraits are available in a variety of styles from lifelike sketches to paintings in the style of pop art phenomenon Andy Warhol. Prices generally start around $200 and can be more than double that depending on the artist and size portrait you choose. Browse around online and you will find the sites of many artists that include their pricing and samples of their work. Keep in mind that the artist may have a waiting list of several months, so make sure to put in your order ahead of time if you need the portrait ready for a special occasion.
   

6. Professional Pet Photos. If you’d rather not spring for a pet portrait, why not give a gift certificate so your friend can have their pet photographed professionally? Many pet stores, from national chains to local boutiques, now offer this service.

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