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Pet Parents Spending Billions on Their Dogs and Cats

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Did you know US dog and cat parents spent more than $52 billion on their pets last year? Among the 2012 estimates from the American Pet Products Association, food was by far the largest expense for pet parents. The association expected US pet owners to spend nearly $20.1

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Brooklyn’s “Hottest Dog”

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On November 12, 2011, Banfield Pet Hospital hosted Brooklyn’s “Hottest Dog” contest to celebrate the grand opening of the Banfield Pet Hospital in Brooklyn. World Championship Competitive Eater, Joey Chestnut, judged the “Hottest Dogs” as guests enjoyed Nathan’s hot dogs. Just look at these adorable dogs!

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Diabetes in pets.

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November was National Pet Diabetes Awareness Month, were you aware that just like humans, dogs and cats can also get diabetes? In fact, one in 200 cats and one in 500 dogs has diabetes. Diabetes in Dogs – Testing and Monitoring. We think that this is a wonderful way to help pet parents take care of their senior pets.

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Giveaway: The Dog Trainer’s Complete Guide to a Happy, Well-Behaved Pet

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If you want to raise a happy dog who loves to cuddle – but still comes when called and doesn’t chew up your shoes – you need Jolanta Benal’s The Dog Trainer’s Complete Guide to a Happy, Well-Behaved Pet. If you would like a chance to enter just leave a comment on this post before midnight on November 20th, 2011.

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The Power of Pets

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Community Dog Walks Will Be Co-Hosted by local YMCAs in Cities across the Country. Mars Petcare announced it will sponsor a series of “Woof Walk” fun runs as part of THE POWER OF PETS™ program for 2011. Not only is it great for your dog, but it’s good for you too!

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Pet-Friendly Travel Tips

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Pet-Friendly Travel Tips. June 16, 2011. As you’re planning an upcoming trip, be sure to count your pet in as you prepare. Pet friendly hotels, campgrounds and other summer vacation facilities recognize that “family vacation” just wouldn’t be the same without Fido and Sylvester!

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Beneful Dream Dog Park Contest

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Millions of dog owners agree that life is best enjoyed with the company of their four-legged friends, and a trip to the local dog park is one of the greatest ways to spend quality time together. Dog owners can enter the contest from now through June 21 at BenefulDreamDogPark.com. How the Contest Works.

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