WellPetUSA Inc., an animal welfare nonprofit that raises funds to offset the medical expenses of rescue groups, today announced the opening of registration for a motorcycle ride fundraiser and picnic in Delaware County, PA to benefit its Meow Bow Wow fund. "Ride for Paws" will take place on September 6, 2008 and will begin at the Marine Corps League in Upland, PA. Read »
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The Great American Dog Show {GADS} descends upon Southern Maryland, raining mostly dogs and one Presidential Cat! Celebrity judges from White House royalty to tough guys covered in tattoos, judge seven categories including America's Most Beautiful Dog. Read »
The Grapeseed Company is pleased to announce the release of an eco-friendly pet care line, Dirty Dog Organics. The new line includes a pet wash and fur freshener, rich in essential oils, organic ingredients and ph balanced to help combat pet dander. The products were formulated using strictly natural ingredients and are free of parabens, sulfates and phthalates and come in recyclable packaging. Read »
The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and its members celebrate the important work of zoo keepers and aquarists this week. Read »
Also Recent Recipient Of American Birding Association's Top AwardJames M. Barry, President of the Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History awarded William Fenimore, author, educator, naturalist, field birder and Wild Bird Center franchisee, the Roger Tory Peterson Nature Education Achievement Award. This prestigious award was announced on July 1, 2008 in commemoration of the 100th Anniversary of the birth of Roger Tory. Read »
New online social network for pets and pet owners. Connect with other pet lovers around the world and share stories, photos, comments, and videos. Find other pets and pet owners in your area. Read »
Education program centered on animal welfare begins spring 2009. The George Washington University partners with Humane Society University to offer Graduate Certificate in Community Advocacy. Application Deadline November 1, 2008 for spring 2009 semester. Read »
In an effort to save the dwindling primate population in and around the village of Mae On, the Flight of the Gibbon Conservation Project and local villagers have teamed up to form the Primate Habitat Restoration Project. Volunteers and employees of Flight of the Gibbon will plant 1500 fruit trees in a designated, protected habitat area and will act as a refuge and a food source for the primates. The inaugural planting will be on Sunday, July 11, 2008. Read »
Maine-based Gift Manufacturer Provides New Fundraising Source for Rescue Organizations Nationally to Help Find Forever Homes for Pets in Need. KimsCrafts (www.KimsCrafts.com), a manufacturer of Maine-made high quality hand-stenciled slates and gifts, with an exclusive pet product line, is donating 20% of the proceeds of all sales conducted through a special link that is added to a qualifying shelter or rescue organization's website. Read »
A new Apple iPhone charger has hit the market providing portable power when you need it most. Read »
