They don't need laws that punish a whole lot of responsible
dog owners based on the actions of just a few people.
Not exact matches
This
dog - walking app
based in Los Angeles connects
dog owners with walkers in their neighborhood.
In 2011 he launched Seattle -
based Rover, which connects pet
owners needing boarding or sitting services with a network of prescreened
dog lovers for hire.
Kroger has overhauled the packaging of its Pet Pride brand,
based on research showing that although
dog owners like to see humans and
dogs frolicking on the front of the package, cat
owners just want to see a happy feline.
When it comes to
dogs, a number of decisions have been
based on which party is likely to be the better
owner.
Experts are warning
dog and cat
owners to be aware of the risks associated with feeding their pets raw meat -
based diets (RMBDs), instead of the more conventional dry or canned pet foods.
A 2016 study in Royal Society: Biology Letters confirmed what today's
dog owners have told anyone who'll listen:
Dogs can interpret a human's emotional state
based on the individual's facial expression, a rare interspecies feat.
The study provides the first evidence for the similarity between the «secure
base effect» found in
dog -
owner and child - caregiver relationships.
«Some
dogs can be very sensitive to people's moods, and they will respond if they know their
owner is upset or angry,» Peter L. Borchelt, PhD, a New York —
based certified animal behaviorist, tells Health.
DogParksInDenver recommends the best
dog parks
based on the opinions of real
dog owners living in the city.
There is nothing more endearing that the story of a
dog and its loyal
owner, and this is eminently the case with the fact -
based MEGAN LEAVEY.
Many
dog owners are willing to pay to have their pooch walked on a daily
basis.
Justin Gorski, director of promotions, says Bark in the Park initially was held once a year, but realized they had a whole new fan
base in
dog owners.
«While most pet stores are historically directed toward
dogs, there are literally millions of homes (and growing) with cat
owners, many of which have multiple cats per home,» says Chris Glissman, CEO of Kansas City, Mo. -
based catnip supplier Meowijuana.
However, even though demand is rising, only a relatively small proportion of pet
owners are buying these products, says Harald Fisker, president of Grizzly Pet Products, LLC., a Woodinville, Wash. -
based manufacturer of salmon oil products for
dogs and cats.
«I think because the toy market is expanding so much, we face the challenges of continuing to develop and market our brand in a very competitive field and also of staying relevant,» says Ellen Lawson,
owner / CEO of Fluff & Tuff
Dog Toys, a Bloomfield Hills, Mich. - based manufacturer of plush dog to
Dog Toys, a Bloomfield Hills, Mich. -
based manufacturer of plush
dog to
dog toys.
«The demand for eco-friendly products has grown, and I think it's because we're living in an age where people are starting to focus on how they can make a difference when it comes to recycling and using recycled products,» says Colleen McCracken,
owner and CEO of Westbrook, Maine -
based Planet
Dog.
Consequently, many pet specialty retailers have become converts, right along with pet
owners, says Jen Loesch, general manager for Sojos Pet Food, a Minneapolis -
based provider of freeze - dried, shelf - stable, raw meats, toppers and oven - baked
dog treats.
«Consumers aren't just looking for spa products that make Fluffy look and smell great,» explains Susan Gregory,
owner and creator of Zen
Dog Holistic Healing Formulas, a Salisbury, Mass. -
based manufacturer of therapeutic shampoos and other products formulated to promote healthy skin, coat and ears.
On a daily
basis, I talk with pet
owners who have
dogs that bite.
The idea for
Dogs on Deployment (DoD) was born, and since June 2011, the Santee, Calif. - based nonprofit organization has helped «deploy» more than 600 animals — from dogs and cats to guinea pigs and chickens — with foster families while their beloved owners fulfilled orders of their
Dogs on Deployment (DoD) was born, and since June 2011, the Santee, Calif. -
based nonprofit organization has helped «deploy» more than 600 animals — from
dogs and cats to guinea pigs and chickens — with foster families while their beloved owners fulfilled orders of their
dogs and cats to guinea pigs and chickens — with foster families while their beloved
owners fulfilled orders of their own.
When choosing food for your
dogs, whether it is treats or their regular food, it's always a good idea to check with your vet first for recommendations, Dr. Davied says, adding that
owners should shop mindfully and be careful to pick the right
dog food or treat formula
based on their
dog's age, size and other factors, such as allergies or stomach sensitivity.
Ours is this, ours is that,»» says Mike Thomas, vice president of development at Dallas -
based QT
Dog, noting that this is promoting the importance of healthy pet products to millions of pet
owners.
Pet
owners should also be educated about the longer shelf - life of these products — something that even retailers with a good grasp of the category may not fully understand, says Kyla Sternlieb, founder and president of Under the Weather, a South Burlington, Vt. -
based provider of freeze - dried bland diets, supplements and hemp -
based chews for
dogs.
Also, giving a
dog a bed of his or her own can benefit pet and
owner, says Spencer Williams,
owner and president of West Paw Design, a Bozeman, Mont. -
based company that designs and sustainably manufactures eco-friendly
dog toys and beds.
Assuming that pet
owners are aware of all that could befall their
dogs during the
dog days of summer is a mistake, says Denice Pruett, president of Galisteo, N.M. -
based Too Hot for Spot, LLC.
«As pet
owners today are treating their pets like family members, they are also genuinely more interested than ever in the quality and integrity behind the products they are giving,» says Colleen McCracken, CEO of Portland, Maine -
based Planet
Dog.
The Sandpoint, Idaho -
based company provides products for
dogs and
owners who enjoy a rugged outdoor lifestyle, included harnesses, leashes, collars, life jackets and travel products.
During the recession, consumers» spending habits reflected their economic concerns, and the demand for inexpensive toys increased, says Ellen Lawson,
owner and president of Fluff & Tuff, a Troy, Mich. -
based designer of ultra-plush, durable
dog toys.
This preliminary research is
based on the fact that pet
owners visit the doctor less frequently, and
dog walkers are less likely to be obese.
Rupee became the first
dog to travel to Everest
base camp with his
owner, Joanne Lefson, at a towering altitude of 17,000 feet over a span of 10 days.
If you'll have
dogs in the store on a regular
basis, make sure you won't get in trouble when their
owners inevitably walk them on any nearby grassy areas (and occasionally forget to clean it up...).
This requires that manufacturers stay on top of the latest fashion trends, says Kimi Proffer,
owner of Luca For
Dogs, a Woodland Hills, Calif. -
based pet bedding company that also offers travel / crate mats.
U.K. -
based The Company of Animals is focused on helping
dog owners in the U.S. - and around the world - tackle a variety of common pet issues with an innovative lineup of training and behavior products.
Pet
owners are looking for greater durability and higher quality when it comes to plush toys, agrees Jen Cao, co-founder and vice president of ZippyPaws, a Chino, Calif. -
based, manufacturer of plush
dog toys and other products for
dogs.
«It's kind of preparing your
dog for life,» says Sylvia - Stasiewicz,
owner of northern Virginia -
based Merit Puppy Training.
I'm writing this as a quick cheat sheet that is
based on my experience working and consulting with countless
dog owners.
These
dogs are able to sense a variation within their
owners and react accordingly, for instance seeking out another human in the case of their
owner collapsing into a seizure.We wanted to learn more about how service
dogs help their
owners on an everyday and personal
basis, so we asked several service
dog owners to share their stories with us.
«In veterinary medicine, we seem very uncomfortable thinking about using alcohol -
based hand sanitizers,» said Stull, who also is adjunct professor at the Atlantic Veterinary College in Prince Edward Island, Canada, and
owner of Island
Dog Consulting.
Based on these attributes, it was apparent to his
owners that they needed to begin in - home
dog training in Armonk NY.
Owners must inspire loving dominance and training when they are still young puppies, and consistently maintain this through training, play and exercise on a daily
basis in order to build your
dog's best health and behavior.
The ability of Texas Sweeties
Dog Rescue (TSDR) to accept an
owner surrender is
based on the availability of a willing foster and we typically work with shelters.
If the
dog needs to go to a boarding facility / kennel due to
owners need to travel, have the
basis be occasional instead of frequent.
Modern scientifically -
based dog training and modern
dog behavior modification focuses on teamwork, and ultimately, the creation of a harmonious relationship between
dogs and
owners.
Our Goals: By helping to increase the knowledge
base of new
dog owners, it is our hope to help alleviate the number of misunderstood
dogs ending up in rescue centers or animal shelters.
Havanese
owners are urged to eye test any and all Havanese on a yearly
basis including pets and companion
dogs.
And David Miller, CIC, CRM, and managing director at Bensman Risk Management in Chicago gave a detailed response, «I am a
dog owner (our
dog is an 80 lb mixed - breed, most likely including some Lab and Border Collie in his mix), so I can empathize with
dog owners who do not agree with an insurance company's decision to deny coverage
based on a
dog's breed.»
I offer affordable options for fun, common sense, relationship
based training in an effort to keep
dogs in their homes for life and keeps
owners happy!!
Dog owners should take the time to brush their pets regularly, but each coat will vary
based on the breed of the animal.
Here are the top ten
dog breeds in 2014, ranked by popularity among pet
owners,
based on
dog registrations with the AKC.