 PetSmart Howl-O Ween Photo Contest::Keep your clothes on! This photo is for your pets. Submit a photo of your pet dressed up for Halloween and you could win a PetSmart gift card in the amount of $10, $25, or $150. The contest runs from Sept.… [MORE] |
 French Delicacy Nears Extinction - The Ortolan::The ortolan is a copper-breasted bird that migrates from Africa to Europe. Thought to represent the soul of France, it is also a bite-size delicacy: a songbird roasted and gulped down whole. According… [MORE] |
 Retire Your Pooper-Scooper - Sha-Poopie::If you're tired of tidying up after your dog with a plastic bags, this ingenious invention allows you to tidy up before it hits the ground. The inventor Dan Shalhoub has appeared on NBC's "American Inventor"… [MORE] |
 Dinosaur Poultry - Velociraptor Was Feathered::The Velociraptor, those nasty little pack predators in the movie Jurassic Park, are now being said to have had feathers. That would make those dinosaurs the nastiest poultry ever to have lived.
"The researchers… [MORE] |
 Venice Bans Rice Tossing - Pigeons Kill Tradition::For centuries, throwing rice at an Italian wedding signified wishing the newlyweds prosperity and fertility. At the same time, however, it inadvertently contributed to the fertility of the pigeon population… [MORE] |
 Cobra Guards $120,000 Sandals - Harrods Security::Harrods in London has just invested in an Egyptian cobra to guard a pair of shoes. The snake watches over the Rene Caovilla sandals which are valued at $120,000 and feature a cobra design with eyes made… [MORE] |
 Energym Interactive Fitness - NexGym For Kids::Kids won't even realize they're getting a workout with NexGym. The fitness facilities combine the interactivity kids love with the exercise they often resistant. The exergaming gyms turn workouts into… [MORE] |
 Plush Your Pet - Electric Luna::Turn your cat into a plush toy! The Dutch Electric Luna is the world's most low-maintenance kitten. Just send in photos of your cat, and the company will create a plush toy that looks just like the original!… [MORE] |
 Dog Racing Unleashed - America’s Fastest Chihuahua::PETCO recently held the 3rd Annual National Chihuahua Race in which 15 regional winners competed. The 4-1/2 pound, 2-year-old pup named Maddy came out victorious. What does Maddy get? She gets bragging… [MORE] |
 Horse-Powered Hybrid - Fleethorse Naturcar::This has got to be the strangest concept I’ve ever seen! Fleethorse calls their new concept the Naturcar. The hybrid vehicle is literally powered by horses. As passengers sit in the front of the car,… [MORE] |
 Genetically Altered Muscles - Real-Life Mighty Mouse::Se-Jin Lee, MD, PhD and colleagues at the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics at John Hopkins University have created freakishly strong mice. The scientists first blocked the protein myostatin,… [MORE] |
 Dog Gets $12M Trust - Leona Helmsley's Kids Cashless::New York billionaire, Leona Helmsley, recently passed away and left a $12 million trust fund for her favorite white Maltese. The dog once appeared in ads for the Helmsley Hotels. “I direct that when… [MORE] |
 Mobile Pet Bed - The MeowMe Sleepypod::This has got to be the safest yet hippest way to keep your pet with you at all times! Sleepypod gives you a chic and easy-going alternative to traveling with your pet. Taking the stress out of getting… [MORE] |
 Pet Fashion Week Hits New York - NYC Doggy Style::Those concerned with keeping their pet on the cutting edge of fashion knew New York was the place to go this season! At the 2007 annual Pet Fashion Week, cats and dogs paraded down runway, their tales… [MORE] |
 Morphing Kittens - Kitty Said What?::A silly little animation with a catchy jingle, YouTube user, "PhotoAnimationGuy" created the silly little animation with a catchy jingle a little over a month ago, and already has had 47,974 views, putting… [MORE] |
 Pricey Pet Photography - Pitter-Patter-Pet Pix::Haruko of Pitter-Patter-Pet Pix started his career by shooting photos of zoo animals. His love of photography and animals soon transformed into a service that caters to pet-lovers. Haruko runs the premiere… [MORE] |
 Pet Pods - Modern Interior Pet Design::To maximize creative interior design, unique looks need to capture all facets of the home, including pet zones. A gorgeous living room instantly loses appeal when a scruffy, hair-infested, smelly, boring… [MORE] |
 Ice Cream For Dogs - Wanko No Ice::Ever been horrified when you see dogs taking a lick of their master's ice cream cone? Roles may be reversing soon, and it could be us humans asking Fido for a taste!
Everyone benefits from cooling refreshers… [MORE] |
 Cali Dog Surfing Competition - Pets Get Gnarly For A Cause::At least a thousand people turned out to see the annual Loews Coronado Bay Resort Surf Dog Competition that raises money for the resort’s Good Neighbor Partners, including Modest Needs and PAWS of Coronado.… [MORE] |
 Doggie Flash Drive - Top Tag Pet ID::Traditional dog tags reveal little about a lost dog. But the Top Tag Pet ID stores details like diet restrictions, medical conditions, owner details, photos, alternate contact information, and more. It's… [MORE] |
 Dog-Friendly Cars - Marketers Realize Homes Have More Pets Than Kids::A recent study showed that more households have pets than they do children. It makes logical sense then that people considering the pet-friendly features of a vehicle before making a big purchase. Just… [MORE] |
 Blinging Comfort To Your Pet - Amberdog Jewels Repel Fleas::Amberdog is spreading comfort and styles to dogs across Germany, providing relief from tick bites with chic canine accessories. The amber necklaces are worn around your dogs neck in place of, or in conjunction… [MORE] |
 Wigs For Dogs (Follow Up)::Last year, Trend Hunter brought your Wigs For Dogs, and now it's time to revisit because there are a lot more options, brought to you by Wiggles!
Fur the love of dogs, what will they think of next? As… [MORE] |
 Dog-Riding Rodeo Monkey - Whiplash Is New Taco Johns Mascot::The tiny Capuchin is the monkey equivalent of the Marlboro man, except instead of endorsing cigarettes, he's promoting fastfood joint, Taco John's. The little guy has won the hearts of so many adoring… [MORE] |
 Doggy Diapers - The Wizzer Belly Band::It's a guy thing. Now you won't have to apologize for little accidents when your canine companion decides to water your friend's sofa. The Wizzer Belly Band is a strap that velcros around your dog's waist… [MORE] |
 Luxury Travel For Pets - Jet-Set Pet Must-Haves::Pet lovers have no trouble shelling out money for their beloved fur balls. They want Fido and Fluffy to have the best life possible, even while traveling.
It makes sense then that safety features are… [MORE] |
 Orthopedic Foam Bed For Spoiled Pooches - eMattress Luxury Dog Bed::Fido no longer has an excuse to hog your bed! Now there is a high-density, orthopedic foam bed just for pets. Your spoiled little pooch can have his own luxury bed covered in 100% natural virgin sheep… [MORE] |
 Climate Controlled Pets Carriers::Let your pet experience the comfort of a first class flight with a Komfort Pets Carrier. The carrier automatically adjusts the temperature from heating to cooling and holds the temperature stable. The… [MORE] |
 Birth Control Pill For Pigeons - Hollywood Birds on OvoControl P::The birds are taking over! Hollywood has decided to put a stop to the outrageous growth of the pigeon population, and have decided that feeding them birth control pills is the answer. Mixed in with seeds,… [MORE] |
 Useless Gadgets - USB Powered Weiner Dog Humps Your Computer::This innovation is unlikely to inspire global change, but it will make you laugh.
This USB-powered dog humps your computer when plugged in (see video).
Warning: Not suitable for young pups. [MORE] |
 Designer Living for Birds - The Eva Solo Bird Box::The beauty of design is that it could apply to just about anything. Even to birdhouses! Danish company Eva Solo introduced this sheik birdhouse that not only well designed but also able to handle the outdoor… [MORE] |
 Hello Kitty's $30,000 Crystal Dog House::Hello Kitty, Japan’s cutest cat, will launch one of the most luxurious doghouses next month.
Hello Kitty has been popular for decades with children and women. After the success of launching Kitty Minicar… [MORE] |
 Doggy Fortune Cookies::Looking for a great gift for the lucky dog! Try these gourmet sugar-free whole wheat cinnamon fortune cookies that are oven-baked and specially cured for the perfect crunch. Each fortune cookie contains… [MORE] |
 Zorses - When Zebras and Horses Have Unprotected Sex::A zorse is what happened in a German safari park when a zebra named Ulysses got hot to trot for a horse named Eclipse. To the park keepers’ surprise Eclyse the zorse was born and she is rare even among… [MORE] |
 Puppia Soft Collars - Fashion and Comfort for Your Dog::Why bother with a boring collar that your little dog doesn't even like? Puppia offers the latest in fashionable dog collars. Not only are they stylish but your dog will love the comfort, mine does! [MORE] |
 Online Dating for Dogs - Puppy Love Gets Digital::Is your dog getting jealous of your love ‘via-internet’ connection? No need to exclude your four legged friend, doggie dating online is gaining popularity. Websites such as www.doggie-dating.co.uk… [MORE] |
 Nursing Home for Dogs - Japan Teaches New Tricks to Old Dogs::Japan is opening the first nursing home for dogs. Priced at just $850 per month, the Soladi home provides the utmost care and service for your best friend. Aside from round-the-clock visits and doctor… [MORE] |
 Hanging Fish Pod - Decorate Your Living Space::Hanging fish pods are soon to be the latest craze in pet care and home decorating. It's a dual-function product that gives your fish pet a nice stylish home while at the same time decorating your otherwise… [MORE] |
 The Fainting Goat Phenomenon::Have you ever scared a goat and had it topple right over? If you answered 'no' then you've never met a Tennessee Fainting Goat. These are a special breed of goat that will drop into a dead faint when startled… [MORE] |
 World's Largest Dog - Gibson the Great Dane Stands 7 Feet Tall::Gibson the Great Dane is the Tallest Dog in the World. He stands a startling 7 feet tall and weight a whopping 170 pounds! Gibson is a Harlequin Dane, known for their unique white and black dappled/spotted… [MORE] |
 The Wowo Dog Pod::The Wowo Dog Pod is the most curvaceous, fluff-lined, bed of style. Any pet would be in the lap of luxury to have such a bed. And it just gets cooler - it turns out the designer made the Wowo Dog Pod attachable… [MORE] |
 Feral Children - Kids Brought Up By Animals::Feral Children are kids that for whatever reason became lost from human society and were adopted by animals. There are lots of reports of monkeys and wolves adopting babies and raising them as their own.… [MORE] |
 Perfect Petzzz - Pet Ownership Doesn't Come Any Easier Than This::Perfect Petzzz are just that - they're perfect in all their sleeping glory. Pet their fur and watch them breathe. They are 100% maintenance free - take them anywhere - to work, to study group or just set… [MORE] |
 Weird Events - The Famous Frog-Jumping Contest::Every year, Calaveras County holds a Fair and Jumping Frog Jubilee. This bizarre event attracts huge throngs of people eager to break the World Record set in 1986 for the cash prize of $5000. For you animal… [MORE] |
 Aquaculture - More People Are Keeping Sea Creatures As Pets::Pet lovers abound the world over. Humans have domesticated all sorts of land animals - lemurs, hedgehogs and all sorts of rodents and reptiles. But it may come as a surprise that there has been a large… [MORE] |
 Neuticles - Testicular Implants For Neutered Pets::Pet owners who feel guilty for neutering their pets can now pay up for testicular implants thanks to Neuticles. The makers of Neuticals play upon pet owners emotions by claiming that their product will… [MORE] |
 Dog Hired to Welcome Customers at Chinese Store::When a Chinese store owner wanted to hire a door greeter, she decided to hire her pet dog. The dog, dressed in jeans and a t-shirt, job is to welcome and attract customers. Her pet dog "wearing his distinctive… [MORE] |
 Doggy Style Gadgetry - Cell Phones, GPS Units and Webcams for Pets::From the Pet Master PDA to the Takara Tomy Digi-Cam - there is a whole wide world of pet gadgetry out there to be had by any doting pet lover. And once your pet is all decked out and hot to trot, why not… [MORE] |
 Sony Uses Slaughtered Goat To Promote Game::Sony really crossed the line this time when it used images of a freshly slaughtered goat to promote it's game, "God of War 2". Animal rights activists were enraged by the depiction and Sony has repented… [MORE] |
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