Hartz Announces Recall of Salmonella Risk Dog Treats

The Hartz Mountain Corporation is voluntarily recalling one specific lot of Hartz Naturals Real Beef Treats for Dogs due to concerns that one or more bags within the lot may have been potentially contaminated with Salmonella. Hartz is fully cooperating with the US Food and Drug Administration in this voluntary recall.

Salmonella is an organism which can cause serious infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems, all of whom are at particular risk from exposure and should avoid handling these products.

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Pet Food Firm Confirms SuperZoo Attendance

Canidae Pet Foods will attend both SuperZoo, the National Show for Pet Retailers held in Las Vegas, Nevada, and the PIJAC National Pet Industry Trade Show held in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. Canidae will feature exclusive offers for retailers who attend either event.

SuperZoo, organized by the World Pet Association (WPA) brings the best in the pet business together for three days of opportunity, innovative products, top suppliers and over 9,000 pet professionals. Canidae will again be at booth number 1720 through out the show which is held at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada September 14-16, 2010.

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New Luxury Pet Destination at Walt Disney World

TAIL WAGGER! Best Friends Opens Luxury Pet Resort at Walt Disney World Resort

First pet guests sample VIP suites, ice cream treats and private dog park

Tails were wagging at Walt Disney World Resort today when Best Friends Pet Care opened the doors to its new, luxury pet resort. Dennis Dolan, CEO of Best Friends Pet Care, and Phil Bernard, vice president of Walt Disney World Operating Participants, were joined by Mickey Mouse's favorite dog Pluto to welcome the first guests.

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P&G Recalls Iams Dry Cat Food

Company Estimates Fewer Than 60 Bags Purchased

The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) is voluntarily recalling a small number of bags from a specific lot of one of its dry cat food products due to potential salmonella exposure.

No illnesses have been reported, and no other Iams pet food products are involved.
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School Helps Animal Lovers Pursue Careers in Pet Industry

Soon it's back to school for students all across the country, including adults who are truly going "back" to school to pursue new careers. For many of these students, the economy is dictating that they start a new career or launch a second career in addition to their full-time jobs. Other students are looking for not just a job but a career that allows them to follow their passion.

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Pet Food Firm Launches Climate Specific Pet Food

Global Weather Found to Affect Pets' Dietary Needs – New Company Responds With Climate Specific Pet Food

To address the changing dietary requirements of pets caused by the Earth's weather, Seasons Natural® Petfood has created a unique patented process to manufacture the world's first climate specific pet food. The company will offer two blends to address both warm and cool weather nutritional needs.

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Ads for Pets and Pet Products Banned in Iran

All Iranian media have been forbidden to publish any advertisements about pets or pet-related products.

The decision was made by the Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance after it requested a fatwa on the issue from Ayatollah Nasser Makarem Shirazi, announced the ministry’s Advertisement and Information Dissemination Office (AIDO) in a press release on Tuesday.

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Actress Nicollette Sheridan Signs on For Natural Balance Pet Foods

Nicollette Sheridan is teaming with Dick Van Patten’s Natural Balance Pet Foods, PETCO and independent pet stores to raise money and awareness for organizations for guide dogs across the country and to celebrate National Guide Dog Month in September .

“I've always loved dogs, and this is a special way to celebrate the unique bond between dogs and their owners,” said Nicollette Sheridan. “It takes over two years and $40,000 to properly train a guide dog. Together, we can help make a difference for this important cause.”

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Updated Apprenticeships For the Animal Care Sector

Lantra, the Sector Skills Council for environmental and land-based industries, has announced today, 20 August, that an updated apprenticeship framework for the animal care industry has been published to encourage a more flexible approach to the training programme. Continue Reading →

JetBlue and PETCO in Co-Op Deal to Lure Pet Owners

JetBlue Airways Offers PETCO Customers a 50 Percent Discount (a) on Travel Fees for Pets that Jet this September

- PETCO customers can obtain the special promotional code at any store location or by visiting www.petco.com/jetblue for savings on travel booked by August 31(a) – - JetBlue is also the official airline of PETCO’s 5th Annual National Chihuahua Races held in New York City later this month – Continue Reading →