NIP Launches PetPro™, a Revolutionary New Insurance Program for Pet Care Professionals and their Businesses

Created in collaboration with pet industry experts, PetPro sets a new standard for protecting pet professionals and their businesses, with an unmatched suite of insurance coverages and risk management solutions and a passion for pets.

Woodbridge, NJ (PRWEB) August 2, 2010 – NIP Programs, a division of NIP Group, Inc. and a leader in the design and management of specialty insurance programs, is pleased to announce a new insurance program designed specifically for a unique and growing industry: pet care. This new program, called PetPro™ (www.PetProInsure.com), is the first of its kind: a one-stop, complete insurance and risk management solution to protect pet care professionals and their businesses. Read more

Featured Industry Experts Announced for Inaugural Pet Social Media Conference

BarkWorld Expo announces the speaker list for the 2010 conference and exposition.

Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) June 2, 2010 — BarkWorld Expo (BW) today announced that leading pet social media experts will deliver presentations at BarkWorld Expo, the first-ever social media conference and exposition for the online pet community, August 20-22, 2010 in Atlanta, GA. Read more

Pet Sitter Credits Training with Ability to Recognize and Treat Dog’s Heat Stroke

Soaring summer temperatures heightened concern for all animals in her care.

King, NC (Vocus/PRWEB ) April 9, 2010 — Susan Ewing, owner of Susie’s Pet Sitting in Arlington, WA, believes her accreditation coursework through Pet Sitters International (PSI) helped her diagnose and treat severe heat stroke in a client’s dog. Her actions helped to save its life.

Ewing became concerned for all the animals in her care during a heat wave a few years ago when temperatures soared to almost 100 degrees. She was especially worried when one of the dogs she visited daily did not come bounding down the driveway to greet her.

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Staying Calm During Pet Emergency is Best Advice for Owners, Caregivers

Pet First Aid Awareness Month is a Good Time to Learn the Basics

King, NC (Vocus/PRWEB ) April 24, 2010 — According to Veterinary Pet Insurance (VPI), 92 percent of animals will experience an emergency during their lifetime. Perhaps just as important is information from the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), which reports that 25 percent more pets would survive if just one pet first aid technique were applied prior to getting emergency veterinary care. Read more

Free Dog Calorie Calculator for all Dog Websites

TrainPetDog.com’s Dog Calorie Calculator gives the calorie needs for Dogs based on their age and lifestyle.

West Hollywood, CA (PRWEB) January 4, 2010 — TrainPetDog.com, a long-known resource for free dog training courses and videos, is now offering a free online calculator for website visitors to calculate a dog’s daily calorie count. This Dog Calorie Calculator gives the calorie needs for dogs based on their age and lifestyle. It also suggests the amount of food to feed your dog based on the quality of the dog food. Read more

Career Changers Flock To Recession-Defying Dog-Related Services Industry

Sixes, OR (PRWEB) May 21, 2009 — dogTEC has added a Career Changer section to its newly revamped website with information for anyone considering a career as a dog trainer, dog walker, pet sitter, dog daycare or dog boarding kennel operator. Read more

More Than 1,500 Service Dogs Receive Free Sight Saving Eye Exams

ACVO®/Merial® National Service Dog Eye Exam event is highly successful in pairing veterinary ophthalmologists with service dogs throughout the U.S. and Canada

Meridian, ID (Vocus/PRWEB ) May 20, 2009 — She has been blind for 13 years. So, when Lisa Davidson, of Warminster, PA found out about the ACVO/Merial National Service Dog Eye Exam event, she was elated. She completely relies on her guide dog, Eagle for assistance. “I think it’s great these animals are being represented because they have a very special job to do,” says Ms. Davidson. “Eagle has opened many doors for me, to allow me to become independent. It’s so important that his eyes are working.” Read more

Have People Stopped Spending Completely?

In this rough economy, people have become more cautious about their spending habits, but when it comes to their pets, people haven’t thought twice about buying for them.  People consider their pets as a family member and in hard economic times, family sticks together.

Vince Anginoli, owner of Mackie’s Parlour Pet Boutique in Arizona, has noticed a decline in sales and explains how people are buying things for their pets, but rather than spending $400 on a collar, they’ll spend $100. 

In today’s economy, $100 is a lot of money and can be spent towards other needs such as food for the family.  However, pet owners haven’t forgotten about their pets and aren’t afraid to make purchases when it comes to them.

Source: “Even in Rough Economy, Dogs Tasting Good Life”, AZCentral.com

Longer Living Pets, Increase Expenses For Dog Owners

More and more people consider their pets a part of their family.  As a result, the cost of health and medical costs associated with pets are rising.  According to the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association (APPMA), pet owners spent $10.1 billion in veterinary care and $9.8 billion in pet supplies and OTC drugs within the last year.  The American Veterinary Medical Association found that $24.5 billion was spent on veterinary medicine  in 2006, which is more than double the spending 10 year ago.
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Inflation Impacts the Price of Dog Food

As commodity prices have risen across the U.S., pet retailers and manufacturers are finding ways to stay afloat and profitable.  PetSmart, one of the largest pet retailers, has increased the price of Hill’s Science Diet dog food by $2 per bag, while manufacturers are creating smaller packages for several of their brands such as Pedigree and Purina.  For the most part, dog owners are brand loyal, because their dog can tell the difference in the foods they’re being fed. 
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