There are some strange noises coming from the warehouse at DogToys.com. They’ve just received their shipment of plush dog toys for Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah and Christmas. And, they all speak or sing.

Okay. This year I’ve just got to ask! This is my fifth holiday season. That’s 35 holiday seasons in human years. Yet, I’m perplexed....

Chances are good 6 out of 10 people on your gift list own a cat or dog. That’s how many households own pets in the United States. And we’re crazy about our furry companions. In fact we spend over $32 billion dollars a year on them. So, give every pet owner what they love. Pet stuff...

Coordinating the holiday family photo can be challenging. Find the time, choose the place, select the outfits and call the family members. Did you remember everyone? Curl the hair, tug on the tights, and tie the bows. Pile in the SUV, and let’s go! Wait! Don’t forget...

November is typically a time to reflect and give thanks. This year consider thanking your local animal shelter. November 7 – 13 is National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week. Shelters serve eight to ten million injured, homeless and abused animals each year with the necessities – food, water and shelter – and they rely on cash donations from the community to make that possible...

Just a reminder as Halloween draws near – dogs and chocolate aren’t a good combination. Chocolate contains a drug called theobromine, and for some dogs, this is a toxin that causes serious illness -- or worse. Regardless of your trick or treat plans – follow these simple safety rules ...

Seems everyone is doing a little snip, nip and tuck these days. Plastic surgery is big money. But for pet owners, plastic surgery using a small implant saves cash and makes pets very happy...

the acquisition of toy manufacturing company Claworks, of Seattle Washington...