People love their pets, and they are willing to spend a lot to show it. If you’re anything like Sheryl Bass and her husband Neil Cline, you want them to participate in all aspects of your life. This includes weddings, reports TheStreet. And so, Pawsitively Purrfect Products and its “Pet Petal Pullcart” was created. It […]
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Ruth Haldeman moved to rural Hot Springs, Ark., in 2002 and promptly took in a couple of orphan chicks. She soon discovered chickens poop–a lot. According to Entrepreneur.com, in the interest of keeping her house relatively clean, Haldeman broke out her sewing machine and designed a roomy cloth diaper with a disposable liner. As time
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The New York Times: Who would have thought that a middle-age couple who held government jobs and were a tad unsure what an entrepreneur was would make a small fortune from their beloved dog’s bad breath? Joe and Judy Roetheli (pronounced RATE-lee) of Kansas City, Mo., founders of S&M NuTec, maker of Greenies dog treats,
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Stephen Noble is hoping to scoop the coveted John Logie Baird Award for his innovative Latch-a-Lead. If successful, Stephen, 28, will win a £20,000 business support package for his unique design dog lead which allows dog walkers to let their pets off the lead from the handle, instead of the collar, according to a story
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Though the idea of renting a puppy seems weird, it is part of a larger trend to do away with responsibility and permanent connections to things that require upkeep, repair and maintenance. Things, like pets, that used to require a multi-year (or decade) commitment are now available for shorter spans. It’s an extension of the
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PR Web: Dogs Love Running! is a small business success story. What started out as a one-man show is now a pet franchise opportunity available across the nation. “We were looking for input on how to fine-tune our ideas,” says Reh. “The US Small Business Administration has free business counseling through their SCORE program so
During the first seven months of 2011, the number of stolen dogs reported to the American Kennel Club have almost doubled over last year. Some thieves falsify where they got the dogs, then sell them via the Internet, at flea markets or at roadside stands. Others pretend they “found” the dog after a reward-seeking flier
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The Plain Dealer: Aromas of cinnamon, carob and honey fill the tiny kitchen in Corrie Hanton’s Lakewood apartment. After pulling a large apple cinnamon muffin in a bone-shaped cake pan from the oven, she explains that the healthy treat is designed for a special occasion — like a doggie birthday party. The muffins are among
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Fido to Go is Chicago’s premier (maybe the only) gourmutt food truck serving hand-crafted canine cookies & doggy ice creams. You can find them and about at the city’s dog parks, beaches, and special events. They are also available to cater doggy parties and can even provide the games, activities, and photographer.
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Koi ponds are relaxing for the owner to watch, but the up keep is not nearly as fun. The cost of keeping the pond going can grow quickly if you’re not careful. KoiPondFever.com is dedicated to providing quality products at reasonable prices. Not only do they provide the items you need, but the owner, RC
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