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December 11, 2007
Topic: hypoallergenic dogs - Dog mix appeals to allergy sufferers - KC Community News
Tracy Westerfield and her family are breeders of goldendoodles, a crossbreed of a golden retriever and poodle. Being dog lovers, the family researched what type of dogs shed less dander and hair so the family could continue to have furry companions around the house. Sonnenburg said she hated how much her Lab had shed and researched breeds that didn’t shed as much. Sonnenburg said she chose to buy her dog from Westerfield because of Westerfield’s quality breeding practices and said that she and her husband couldn’t be happier with their new family member. Add in dog food for eight stomachs, toys, kennels, shampoo and everything else that comes with pet ownership and it’s easy to see that Westerfield’s motivation comes from the love of the breed. read more
Cats Rule Dogs Rock features brightly colored litter boxes and litter mats, bowls and feeders that were not typical until Miller started her company seven years ago. Miller said the colors of her pet products — which include passion pink, ice blue, red hot, sapphire, lilac, buttercup, amethyst and citrine — cater to cat owners and particularly women. At the show, Miller introduce the same type of strategy for a line of reversible dog mats for dog owners to use as a placemat or on which dogs can lie. Claudia’s Canine Cuisine put treats on display that could easily be mistaken for human bakery products, while Country Dog Bakery unveiled a new line of treats for dogs that require special diets because of diabetes or other ailments. They include gorgeous dog, itchy dog, stinky dog, bad hair day dog and snarly dog. Dog owners will not have to go to boutiques and specialty stores for long to get the most unique and fashionable items because Sergeant’s , one of the oldest pet companies in the country, is introducing a designer line of trendy accessories and grooming items for small dogs. read more
Pets can have nearly all the comforts of home in a temporary home away from home as more boarding facilities are providing luxury accommodations for people who think of their pets as family. As an alternative to the standard chain-link fence kennel, the luxury suites at Halo House are brightly decorated with raised beds, lambskin bedding washed daily, couches and toy boxes. Parents can check in on their loved ones at PetSmart’s PetsHotel by using the free ‘Bone Booth’ feature, where associates will bring your pet to the phone. Halo House, which opened in 1999, takes in older dogs and dogs with health problems, like epilepsy and diabetes. Parents can check in on their loved ones by using the free “Bone Booth” feature, where associates will bring the pet to the phone if the parents call during lobby hours. read more
