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SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Dec. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- More than ever, people consider their pets to be members of the family. Unfortunately, according to a new report released by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), the love for a family pet doesn't always translate into visits to the veterinarian - visits that can lead to a longer and healthier life. There were about 70 million pet dogs and 74.1 million pet cats in the United States at the end of 2011, according...
PORTLAND, Ore., Dec. 5, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- A new royal baby announcement has the world congratulating William and Kate, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, on their upcoming bundle of joy. However, the parents-to-be may discover there is one family member who might struggle with the news more than anyone else. Banfield Pet Hospital, the world's largest veterinary practice with more than 800 hospitals nationwide, is offering the royal couple valuable advice for bringing their baby...
WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Dec. 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- According to PetFinder.com, approximately 8-12 million companion animals enter animal shelters nationwide every year. This holiday season, the makers of Comfort Zone® products, a Central Garden & Pet Company brand, with the support of Facebook users, will help bring peace, joy and comfort to those pets without a home. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121204/DA23103) From now through December 31, 2012, for every...
SAN DIEGO, Nov. 30, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- PawBox, an online premium pet supply retailer, announced the launch of a new dog gift box option in time for the holiday season. The dog gift box makes a perfect holiday gift for your furry friend and is available at www.pawbox.com/gift. PawBox is a premium pet gift box subscription service that provides pet-owners with a fun, innovative way to learn about and try premium dog treats, food, supplements, and toys. Previously, pet-owners had...
PASADENA, Calif., Nov. 29, 2012 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- Pintofeed Inc., the creator of Pintofeed, has introduced the future of intelligent pet care with its autonomous pet feeder now available on the crowdfunding site, Indiegogo.com. The Pintofeed is available for pre-order worldwide, with shipments starting June 2013. Anyone can help fund the project by visiting its page on Indiegogo.com/Pintofeed. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121129/CG20823) According to Pintofeed...
ST. LOUIS, Nov. 29, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- That's right; the food truck community is going to the dogs. And that's a good thing. With 78.2 million dogs living as pets in the U.S.(1) there simply aren't enough pet-friendly food trucks available to serve them. Chef Michael's doesn't think that's right and is leading the charge to help food trucks serve up thoughtful meal experiences for dogs and their owners. Chef Michael's is launching a national sweepstakes to support building a...
MENLO PARK, Calif., Nov. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Gibi developed the best pet GPS location service (tracking). We will help find your lost pet -- quickly, accurately, and reliably. Using Gibi's stylish devices and easy-to-use app, it is simple to find your pet. With the press of a button on your smart phone or computer, up pops a Google map with your pet's exact location and turn-by-turn directions to her. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121127/LA19767) It is an awful...
FORT MYERS, Fla., Nov. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Psychology professor Dr. Robert Fahey, who is also a psychic spirit medium and clairvoyant, announced the release of his initial pet psychic website http://www.VIPPetLife.com aimed at pet owners and pet stores to help bring healing and comfort when a pet dies. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121127/PH18526-a ) (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121127/PH18526LOGO-b ) The decision to launch the site is that...
CANTON, Ohio, Nov. 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The holidays are a special time to spend with loved ones--including your family pets. And with a few extra preparations, you can help your pets safely join the festivities no matter where you travel. One of the most important steps is to make sure your pet is covered by pet insurance before you head out the door. If any unexpected accidents or illnesses happen along the way, ASPCA Pet Health Insurance plans cover visits to any licensed...
KANSAS CITY, Mo., Nov. 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Eve, a beloved boxer from Pennsylvania, was recently announced as the winner of the Celebrate Your Underdog! photo contest. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121119/DE15344 ) An ambassador for the Adopt a Boxer organization, Eve had an impressive following with over 2,000 votes. A stray boxer, picked up in 2006 weighing only two pounds, Eve brought smiles to many people in spite of significant medical problems before...
Latest Pets Reference Libraries
Smith’s bush squirrel (Paraxerus cepapi) is native to many areas of Africa including Angola, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Namibia, and Zambia, among other regions. Its other common names include the Yellow-footed Squirrel and the South African name of Tree Squirrel. Smith’s bush squirrel is approximately 1.1 feet in length, including the tail, which can comprise up to half the body length. It is small, weighing only seven ounces. The fur color of this squirrel varies in...
The cape porcupine (Hystrix africaeaustralis) is sometimes called the South African porcupine, and can be found in much of sub-Saharan Africa, however, it is not found in the southwestern desert regions. It is an Old World porcupine. The cape porcupine prefers to make its home in hills or rocky outcrops in dens or caves that it burrows. The female members of this species are the largest rodents in southern Africa, weighing in at an average between forty to sixty-six pounds and they can...
Even in the wild, this rodent is associated with humans by destroying crops and stored food. The house mouse is also known as the fancy mouse, a common pet. It is also a widely used laboratory animal, important for testing in genetics, biology, and medicine. There are three recognized subspecies of the house mouse. These mice thrive in a number of locations including fields, houses, and commercial structures. An adult male house mouse can have a body length of up to 3.9 in, and tail length...
The Townsend’s ground squirrel, or Urocitellus townsendii, can be found in many areas of the United States. The range of this squirrel includes south-central Washington, western Utah, east Oregon, southern Idaho, and most of Nevada. They can also be found in the eastern extremities of California. There are seven subspecies of this type of squirrel including Merriam’s ground squirrel and Piute ground squirrel. Townsend’s ground squirrels prefer to live in arid environments, most often...
Richardson's Ground Squirrel (Spermophilus richardsonii), is a ground squirrel native to North America. It is found mainly in the northern states of the United States, such as North Dakota, and in southern Canada, such as southern Alberta and Southern Saskatchewan. The range of this animal expanded as forests were cleared to create farm land. It lives in short grass prairies and has also adapted to suburban environments. A typical adult is about 12 inches long. Weight varies greatly with...
