This article was written by Dr. Bronwyn Orr, President of the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA), for the Aug/Sep/Oct issue of Pet Industry News. After the past two years, it feels like we’ve hardly had a chance to catch our breath before diving into the ‘new normal. The boom in pet ownership during the pandemic combined …
A dedicated yoga practitioner, photographer Robert Sturman is known for his portraits of this ancient practice – whether it’s yogis perched on rocks surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, African orphans in Kenya, San Quentin Prison inmates, U.S. veterans, or breast cancer survivors. His beautiful work tells human stories that bridge different people from all walks …
Pet Circle has been widely recognized for its success, winning awards including SmartCompany’s Smart50, the NSW Telstra Business Award for Fastest Growing Start-up; and it has been consistently rated as a top pet store by Canstar Blue. Co-founded by Mike Frizell and James Edwards, Pet Circle recently secured $125 million Series C funding, becoming one …
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Charlie the Cavoodle maintains its title as Australia’s most popular dog according to research by HCF Pet Insurance. The data showed that the three most popular breeds are Cavoodle, Maltese Cross, and Labrador, with the most popular names being Charlie, Coco, and Bella. Lorraine Thomas, HCF Chief Officer of Product and Diversified Business, said the …
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News Summary: Volunteers from all over Ukraine are risking their lives to bring homeless and orphaned cats west, to the relative safety of shelters like Anya Zhuk. Since the war began the Ada Foundation has treated more than 500 cats since the start of the war. The organization is committed to being a part of …
Post Summary: Puppies bite people and objects for a variety of reasons, including exploring the world through their mouths. Many puppies chew or bite at things to relieve discomfort from teething. Puppy bite training should be something everyone in the family is on board with by consistently gently redirecting your puppy to safe chew toys. …
POST SUMMARY: Okja, directed by award-winning Korean director Bong Joon-ho, is an endearing tale of a magnificent super pig and her parent. With a cast that includes illustrious actors like Tilda Swinton and Jake Gyllenhaal, one is definitely up for a cinematic experience of a lifetime! Okja, directed by award-winning Korean director Bong Joon-ho, …
POST SUMMARY: Chad Clayton, the live feeds supervisor at Reed Mariculture, the parent company of Reef Nutrition, explains the latest developments in the care of aquatic livestock as the aquatic hobby continues to grow in popularity. Technology has enabled more aquarists to keep fish, corals, and a myriad of invertebrates. Pet Age recently spoke with …
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POST SUMMARY: The most incorrect quote about customer service is, “the customer is always right.” Some customers just don’t know what they want or need. Good customer service providers know it’s their job to try to find a solution that’s best for the customer. The most incorrect quote about customer service that is perpetuated time …
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SUMMARY: Spencer Williams, CEO of West Paw, says pet brands can be a force for good. The Pet Sustainability Coalition helps members implement social and environmental best practices. West Paw supports its community by giving employees paid time to volunteer. The company is driven by its passion for pets, and their connection to their parents. …
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