Our Pick of the Litter
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Sniff out all the latest! We are currently adding to our links where you can find our pick of the litter for great pet food choices, best toys & products, dog parks, holistic care, the latest in pet fashion & trends along with some great reading selections.
It's a great source for pet parents to stay informed. Your pet will slobber and drool over all the fun information found here.
GET YOUR DAILY DISH ON NEWS!
Daily Kibble - pet lovers can visit Daily Kibble for the inside poop on the latest, greatest, hottest, and coolest everything for pets
Woof Report - check out woofreport for handpicked pup-perfect ideas, dog care tips, products, and more -- get a dose of doggie delight, delivered fresh to your inbox each weekday.
Zootoo - powered by pet lovers like you make sure to visit Zootoo - share your knowledge and experience while connecting with others
The Dog Travel Channel - pet lovers can visit Dog Travel Channel for the latest in fun pet events and travel
Pet lovers can join host Alex Paen and watch Animal Rescue - a six time Emmy nominated weekly half-hour television series showcasing the heroic efforts of people helping animals. This show travels around the world and captures dramatic rescues.
Make sure you and your dog tune to Dog Tales which is a weekly half-hour television series all about dogs and the people who love them. Dog Tales features dogs of all sizes, shapes and breeds from across the United States.
Tails Magazine - check out Tails Pet Media for more on celebrating pets and their people.
Pet Life Radio - for more pet fun go to log onto Pet Life Radio.
The Doggie Chronicles is a broadcast radio program geared towards dog enthusiasts and pet lovers alike. Shows include the latest canine news, in-depth interviews, product reviews, and tips from some of the industry's leading dog experts. Join your host, Lisa Gorman and her special guests each week for a lively look at all things dog. See it, hear it and get it with The Doggie Chronicles, the most unique dog lifestyle and news programming available today.
Another furtastic channel to visit is The Secret Life of Animals. This covers a little bit about everything! The Secret Life of Animals is a celebration of our deep ties to the creatures around us. It is a weekly show airing on NECN.
Great reads for you & your dog:
- American Dog
- Bark
- Doggie Aficionado
- Fido Friendly
- Modern Dog
- The Whole Dog Journal
UNLEASH STAR POWER
Does your dog enjoy the Puparazzi? With Hollywood Paws you start your talented pet off with a career at the Animal Career Academy. Visit Hollywood Paws for more details. This is a must for those "howlywood" bound!
Dog.umentaries are fully customized short films and e-cards starring your precious pooch produced by videovampires,inc. Create one-of-a kind tail wagging tribute for your furry friend online and on DVD. Contact dogs@videovampires.com or simply contact them at 212.213.5722. Visit the company website for more information.
Established in 1940, American Humane's Film & Television Unit is the leading authority on the safe use of animals in film. We are the only animal welfare organization in the world with on-set jurisdiction from the Screen Actors Guild to supervise the use of animals. Visit the web site Animal Humane Film & TV Unit.
WATCH DOG & SAFETY INFORMATION
Amber Alert for Pets is an Internet based association of pet owners. The singular purpose of the association and every member of the association is to see every members lost pet safely returned home. Visit Amber Alert for Pets for more information.
Bark Buckle Up - pet lovers can visit Buckle Up for more information on pet safety while traveling with pets.
Paws aboard? Make sure that your pet has a life jacket to keep safe during boating. Outfit your pet with a Pet Life Vest.
RoamEO Pet location system for your dog. Advanced GPS technology tracks pooches within a one-mile radius.
Check out the website at Roameo.
This link provides information on pet-related travel statistics from the government's Air Travel Consumer Report which contains statistics as part of regulations imposed by the Safe Air Travel for Animals Act.
Another pet travel safety site is Pet Flight containing airline travel information for your pets.
Protect your pet's eyes and check out the famous Doggles which are goggles for dogs - the first and only eye protection designed and created just for dogs! Seen on CNN, Regis and Kelly, The Today Show, Good Morning America and many others, they are quite a hit with everyone who has tried them! To outfit your pet in a pair check out Doggles directly.
Animal Poison Control Center - this may be your best resource for any animal poison-related emergency, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If you think that your pet may have ingested a potentially poisonous substance, call (888) 426-4435. A $60 consultation fee may be applied to your credit card. Here is a link to the Animal Poison Control website.
Make sure to have proper identification on your pet at all times. It is critical to have the information up-to-date on your pet's tag. Go to Lucky Pet for a great selection of tags for your cat or dog.
THE SAFEST TREATS & CHEW TOYS FOR YOUR DOG
This information is provided courtesy of Dr. Robert C. Boyd, DVM of the Veterinary Dental Services in Houston, Texas.
Dr. Boyd, a graduate of Texas A & M University, is Board Certified in Veterinary Dentistry, and is a Diplomate of the American Veterinary Dental College.
Dr. Boyd is a past President of the Harris County Veterinary Medical Association and current President of the American Veterinary Dental Society. More information about Dr. Boyd and his pet dental services is on his website.
Check out Dr. Boyd's list of Good Chews & Bad Chews for your pet.
HEALTHY FOOD, TREATS & EATS FOR YOUR PET
Organix Pet Food Products
Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover's Soul
The Honest Kitchen
Pet Chef Express
Zuke's Natural Treats for Dogs & Cats
Stella & Chewy's Organic Treats
Aqua Pure Breed Mineral Water
K-9 Quencher Hydration Drink
SOMETHING TO WHINE ABOUT
NOTE: Must be 21 (human years) and over
Winery that loves wine & man's best friend - Dog House WinesTracking down great wines for good causes - Cru Vin Dogs
Whine (wine) lovers can join the Dog, Cat, or Horse Wine Clubs
Luxury dog products inspired by the Wine Country Lifestyle - Dogs Uncorked
REDUCE YOUR PAWPRINT
Go Green Resources:
Earth Friendly Dog ToysEarth Friendly Cat Toys
FuzzYard Premium Pet Products
Natural, Organic and Eco-Friendly Pet Products
Biodegradable Scoopies
Healthy & Holistic Reading:
Four Paws, Five Directions - Cheryl Schwartz, DVMHolistic Guide for a Healthy Dog - Wendy Volhard & Kerry Brown
The Complete Holistic Dog Book - Jan Allegretti & Katy Sommers, DVM
PET INSURANCE INFORMATION
Check out PetInsuranceReview that says its mission is to help pet parents make the best pet health insurance decisions based on benefits, pricing, and customer reviews.
List of Pet Insurance Companies:
ASPCA Pet Health Insurance
Embrace Pet Insurance
Pet Assure Corp.
PetFirst Healthcare
PetHealth, Inc.
Petplan USA
Pets Best Insurance
PurinaCare
Trupanion
Veterinary Pet Insurance
PET LEGAL RESOURCES
"He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion." -AUTHOR UNKNOWN
It is so important as a pet guardian that you legally safeguard your pet's well-being. It is highly recommended to consult an attorney specializing in animal welfare law that can take care of your pet's complete legal needs and give you peace of mind.
Gabriela Sandoval is a member of the Colorado Bar Association, Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, National Association of Counsel for Children, American Bar Association's Center on Children and the Law, Denver Bar Association, Colorado Womens' Bar Association and Colorado Alliance for Cruelty Prevention Committee.Her practice focuses on Child and Animal Welfare Law. Please directly visit her website for more information or contact Gabriela at 303.954.4580 or email her at info@childandanimalaw.com.
Gabriela Sandoval's Practice Areas of Animal Welfare Law:
- Pet Custody
- Pet Trust
- Pets & Housing Issues
- Veterinary Malpractice
- Death of Injury to Companion Animal
- Companion Animals & Domestic Violence
- Powers of Attorney
- Guardian ad Litem
Other General Legal Information:
Check out the online Pet Trust Law Blog.
How to Create Your Pet's Letter of Wishes* - help to make sure your pet will always be taken care of by creating a Pet's Letter of Wishes, which allows you to name the person you would like to take care of your pet. For more information visit It's My Life.
*NOTE: Remember to always consult an attorney to make sure that your pet's paperwork is legally documented, valid, and will be accepted and recognized in a court of law.
PET RELOCATION RESOURCES
Pet Friendly Real Estate Agents & Sources:
Pet Friendly Housing:
Pet Friendly Apartment SearchPAW's Housing Search
Rentals.com
Apartments.com
My New Place
Humane Society's Resource
AUTO TRANSPORT RESOURCES
VETERINARY & HEALTH RESOURCES
Search for a vet in your local area - Localvets.com
American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association Referral Search - Holistic Vets
International Veterinary Acupuncture Society Search - IVAS Search for a Vet
American Veterinary Dental College Search - AVDC Veterinary Dentist Directory
American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists Diplomates - ACVO Clinic List
American College of Veterinary Surgeons - ACVS Diplomate Search
Veterinary Cancer Society - Vet Cancer Specialist Search
National Canine Cancer Foundation - NCCF Website
Animal Cancer Foundation - ACF Website
Veterinary Oncology & Hematology Center - Cancer Care for Animals
Research to Protect, Treat and Cure Animals - Morris Animal Foundation
Best Friends Helping Best Friends - Cure Canine Cancer
Happy Healthy Cat Campaign - Cats Fair Share of Health Care
America's Most Affordable Pet Pharmacy - Pet Care Rx
PET RESOURCES
American Kennel Club
Canine Good Citizen Program
Association of Pet Dog Trainers
Therapy Dogs International
The Alie Foundation
Pikes Peak Pet Pantry
Free Kibble to Dogs
Free Kibble to Cats
Lost a Pet? Found a Stray?
Report Animal Cruelty
International Fund for Animal Welfare
Canine Companions for Independence