It’s really nice to see a big pet business like Pet-Supmarket.co.uk to try and reduce their carbon footprint by 25% for their target for end of 2009. This will hopefully set a standard for other online pet stores to meet because most probably a lot of customers will like the fact that they are helping our environment by shopping at a place that cares.

 Here’s what Pet-Supermarket have said in a newsletter

“We take our responsibility to reduce waste seriously. That’s why we’re working closely with our suppliers and customers to dramatically cut the amount of packaging we use on our products. We prefer to show our customers the product rather than the packaging. In addition to this, to help reduce our carbon footprint, we will use our manufactures boxes to send out orders when suitable.

To ensure our packaging is never mistaken, we sticker on the box which identifies the order from Pet-Supermarket.

To reach our target of a 25% reduction by the end of 2009, we have embarked on a complete review of all our packaging and materials. The savings we make will help significantly reduce the amount of household rubbish our customers have to throw away each year.

We are also in the process of making it easier for our customers to recycle more of our packaging more often by using materials that are readily recyclable.”

Do you think other online pet stores should do something similar like Pet-Supermarket; or are you not concerned?

Leaders in pet-care, Iams®, Eukanuba®, Iams Veterinary Formulas and Veterinary Pet Insurance (VPI), launched a “Healthy Teeth for Pets” campaign Web site http://www.healthyteethforpets.com/, a resource for pet parents to learn about the importance of pet dental health. The “Healthy Teeth for Pets” campaign aims to raise awareness about the importance of oral care in dogs and cats to help them live longer, healthier lives.

Leaders in pet-care, Iams®, Eukanuba®, Iams Veterinary Formulas and Veterinary Pet Insurance (VPI), launched a “Healthy Teeth for Pets” campaign Web site www.healthyteethforpets.com, a resource for pet parents to learn about the importance of pet dental health. According to the American Veterinary Dental Society, more than 80 percent of dogs and 70 percent of cats develop gum disease by the age of three years. Through the Web site’s educational videos pet owners can learn how to brush their pet’s teeth and identify common dental problems. As part of the campaign, pet dental kits will be sent to select veterinary hospitals and retail outlets. The “Healthy Teeth for Pets” dental kit includes a finger brush, a teeth cleaning tracking chart, a guide for good oral health, money saving coupons for Iams and Eukanuba products and information about VPI, the oldest and largest pet health insurance company in the U.S.

“The Web site is designed to be a resource for consumers to go to learn about the importance of dental care,” said Amy Dicke, DVM, technical services veterinarian at Procter & Gamble Pet-Care. “In light of pet dental awareness month, we hope that by educating pet parents about their pet’s dental health we can contribute to the early recognition and prevention of dental problems.”

A recent American Animal Hospital Association study shows that approximately two-thirds of pet owners do not provide the dental care that is recommended as essential by veterinarians. The “Healthy Teeth for Pets” campaign aims to raise awareness about the importance of oral care in dogs and cats to help them live longer, healthier lives.

The campaign suggests that pet owners partake in a dental health program that incorporates the 3Ds:
1) Daily Brushing – Make it a routine to brush your pet’s teeth every day – it will remove plaque and slow the development of tartar.
2) Dentistry – Consult your veterinarian about regular teeth check-ups annually or semi-annually. A teeth cleaning performed by a veterinarian is the only way to remove tartar for pets.
3) Diet – Diet is important to good oral health. Some dry dog diets such as Iams and Eukanuba can help block tartar formation as it incorporates a patented, proprietary technology in many of its foods – a dental defense system.

For more information about caring for your pet’s dental health please visit, www.healthyteethforpets.com.

Source: PRWeb

The top ten dog breeds for 2008; have basically stayed the same from 2007, but there have been some breeds what have fallen and risen.

The breeds what have risen are…

• German Shepherd at 4th but was at 5th in 2007
• Cavalier King Charles Spaniel at 5th but was at 6th in 2007
• Boxer at 9th but was at 10th in 2007

The breeds what have fallen are…

• Staffordshire Bull Terrier at 6th but was at 4th in 2007
• West Highland White Terrier at 10th but was at 9th in 2007

Here is the full list of the most popular dog breeds for 2008. This list will show you the top breeds which was registered and received by the Kennel Club.

   Dog breeds                      Number of breeds registered in 2008

 2 Spaniel (Cocker)                     22,508

3 Spaniel (English Springer)                14,899

4 German Shepherd Dog (Alsatian)             11,903

5 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel              11,226

6 Staffordshire Bull Terrier              10,744

7 Retriever (Golden)              9,159

8 Border Terrier         9,145

9 Boxer           7,353

10 West Highland White Terrier         7,330

The rest of the dog breeds what are in the top twenty are as follows…

11 Shih Tzu               5,495

12 Miniature Schnauzer           5,333

13 Lhasa Apso          5,117

14 Bulldog           4,543

15 Pug           4,480

16 Yorkshire Terrier          3,951

17 Whippet                3,328

18 Bull Terrier                2,922

19 Bichon Frise               2,757

20 Rottweiler                2,631

Watch out pet lovers, there is a new pet show at the NEC in Birmingham, and it is called The Ultimate Pet Show.

Heres what the website says on what kind of stuff there will be…

• Talks and workshops with expert advice and celebrity speakers led by ‘TV vet’ Marc Abraham, all taking place at the Jollyes LifeStage
• One-to-one access to our expert panels of vets, trainers, breeders and pet-care specialists 
• Pet grooming showcases and classes 
• ‘Catwalk’ fashion for four-legged friends and their owners 
• Exercise and agility classes and demonstrations 
• An Animal Adventure Area – with all kinds of animal themed activities and an opportunity to meet some cute and cuddly and weird and wonderful pets 
• Animal Adoption Area – both for domestic pets and for animals in need of support who are not so close to home 
• Pet Point Information Centre – offering a wealth of essential pet care advice and hosted by leading pet care organisations including the PDSA 
•  lots, lots more…. Plus you can also meet celebrity pet owners and their (sometimes equally as famous!) pets!

Not enough? Well they have big sponsors like James Wellbeloved and Jollyes Pet Superstores.