Americans are set to spend $5 Billion on gifts for their pets this holiday season.



While other sectors have suffered during several years of a weak economy, pet spending has doubled from $17 billion in 1994 to a projected $34.3 billion for 2004. This positions the pet industry 60 percent larger than the toy industry ($20 billion) and 33 percent larger than the candy industry ($24 billion).


Wherever you’re planning to spend the holidays, your four-legged, furred, and feathered friends can celebrate the spirit of the season --in their homes, on the road, or in the hands of a caretaker.


From items to keep pets comfortable and safe, to items to let pet owners know their animals are being well cared for in the hands of another, these products are top-notch, timely, and unique gifts.


Orca Communications Unlimited, LLC introduces you to the Best for Pets Holiday Guide, a round-up of some of the best products available to pets and their owners.





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Be advised that product descriptions are provided by the manufacturer and that Orca Communications can not guarantee that the products included in this media guide offer the benefits as described by the manufacturer.

The Best Products Media Guides are offered solely for the purpose of giving media information about new or improved products in the marketplace.

Best Pet Products
(Holiday 2004)

 

Spotless Paw™ Dog Paw Cleaning Glove
BrightSpot Solutions™, LLC
 Spotless Paw™ Dog Paw Cleaning Glove
Product Description: Spotless Paw™ cleans dirty dog paws before they track mud and water into the home and car. It is made with microfiber fabric that attracts dirt like a magnet. This six-fingered glove can be worn on either hand AND on either side. Conveniently hangs on the door handle. Machine washable.

Sold At: www.spotlesspaw.com, by calling 888-PETPAW3 (738-7293), ShopKo (a list is soon to be posted on www.spotlesspaw.com

Retail Price: $19.95

Additioal Information and High Resolution Image
www.spotlesspaw.com scott@spotlesspaw.com
Babble Ball
Petqwerks, Inc.
Babble Ball
Product Description: The Babble Balls, from Pet Qwerks, are interactive toys that feature a fun combination of hyper talking and exciting animal like sounds. They are motion activated and create the illusion that there is an animal inside responding to the pet's touch. Six styles and sizes are available. Suggested retail $8.99 to $11.99.

Sold At: Independent Pet Stores and www.petqwerks.com

Retail Price: $8.99 - $11.99

Additioal Information and High Resolution Image
www.petqwerks.com jim@petqwerks.com
Howlin’ Pet’s full line of designer pet beds.
Howlin’ Pet Productions
Howlin’ Pet’s full line of designer pet beds.
Product Description: 4 pooch-sized people beds -- a sleigh bed, a day bed, a stylized iron bed and a Parisian chaise -- that complement the owner’s décor and are very comfortable. For pets up to 25 lbs, beds are 30” L x 20”W and include washable covers, waterproof liner, and personalization plaque.

Sold At: www.howlinpet.com, 800-926-1099 or select pet stores.

Retail Price: $129

Additioal Information and High Resolution Image
www.howlinpet.com Andrew@howlinpet.com
Age Specific Pails
Spa Dog Botanicals
Age Specific Pails
Product Description: Unique, natural aromatherapy dog care products in a collectible can. Spa Dog Botanicals provides natural care for all stages of life. The Age Specific Pails include Welcome Home Puppy Care, Wonderdog Natural Care Adult and Mellow Dog Natural Care. They include a variety of age specific products to pamper your pet.

Sold At: 1-866-spa-dogg or www.spadogbotanicals.com

Retail Price: $68.00

Additioal Information and High Resolution Image
www.spadogbotanicals.com sales@spadogbotanicals.com
Clean Pet Shopper™
Babe Ease, LLC
Clean Pet Shopper™
Product Description: Paws-i-tively the most fun you can have shopping with your pet! The Clean Pet Shopper™ provides a safe, comfortable shopping environment so owners can shop “hands-free”. The patented, one-piece design covers the entire seating-area of shopping carts so pet’s paws wont slip through. Fully reversible and machine washable. Ideal for visits to pet stores and more.

Sold At: www.cleanpetshopper.com

Retail Price: $34.99

Additioal Information and High Resolution Image
www.cleanpetshopper.com missy@cleanshopper.com
StayAway
Contech Electronics, Inc.
StayAway
Product Description: An intelligent motion sensor sees your pet and activates a short burst of air and a warning sound to keep your pets from causing harm or getting hurt. Use the StayAway to keep your pet away from holiday decorations, counter tops, potted plants, or from the hood of your car.

Sold At: New product for Contech-Contact Contech Eletronics for further information at (800) 767-8568

Retail Price: $49.99

Additioal Information and High Resolution Image
www.scatmat.com andy@scatmat.com
Clicker Fun Kit for Dogs & Clicker Fun Kit for Cats
Karen Pryor Clickertraining
Clicker Fun Kit for Dogs & Clicker Fun Kit for Cats
Product Description: Unlock the power of clicker training. Clicker Fun Kit contains everything a pet owner needs to quickly learn this amazing system from the world’s best-known clicker trainer and authoritative scientist. Teach good manners and cute tricks in minutes. Eliminate unwanted behavior without punishment. Works with all breeds of any age. Includes; revolutionary i-Click clicker, a pocket training guide, sample dog or cat treats and critically acclaimed book by Karen Pryor.

Sold At: www.clickertraining.com and at many major pet stores and quality pet catalogs

Retail Price: $16.95

Additioal Information and High Resolution Image
www.clickertraining.com kpctsales@clickertraining.com
Pet-Temp
Advanced Monitors Corporation
Pet-Temp
Product Description: Like infants, pets can’t tell you when they’re feeling sick. The Pet-Temp Instant Ear Thermometer from Advanced Monitors makes it easy to monitor your pets’ health. In one second it measures a pet’s “core” temperature. From the inventor of the best-selling human ear thermometer, Pet-Temp is the only ear thermometer designed for animals.

Sold At: Online at www.pet-temp.com, via phone at 877-838-8367 or 877-PET-TEMP and through various online and catalogue retailers.

Retail Price: 49.95 + s/h effective 9/2004

Additioal Information and High Resolution Image
www.pet-temp.com rick@admon.com
WALKYDOG
WALKYDOG USA
WALKYDOG
Product Description: Finally, dogs can share the fun of a bike ride too. WalkyDog, from Bice SRL, allows bike riders to take their dogs on a ride without holding a leash. Bikers focus on the road while dogs run safely alongside, comfortably connected to the bike by the shock-absorbing WalkyDog leash system.

Sold At: Available online at www.walkydogusa.com and www.pedadogy.com, or via phone at 760-722-4484

Retail Price: 39.99 + s/h

Additioal Information and High Resolution Image
www.walkydogusa.com jpdemarco@cox.net
Co-leash Night Glow with Kryptaglow
Co-leash Co, Inc.
Co-leash Night Glow with Kryptaglow
Product Description: The Co-leash Night Glow with Kryptaglow is a collar and leash combined that reflects headlights and glows in the dark. The new technology allows the Co-leash to glow in the dark for up to 12 hours with as little as five minutes of exposure to any light source. The line of products includes Kryptaglow versions of the company’s signature product, the Co-Leash, and also includes safety breakaway collars for cats and dogs that glow with, or without a leash attached.

Sold At: www.co-leash.com

Retail Price: $23.99

Additioal Information and High Resolution Image
www.co-leash.com coleash@netzero.net
Dinner Party
Halo, Purely for Pets
Dinner Party
Product Description: Open, shake, and shuffle: new three-step tangy tango gets pets feasting on a Dinner Party! 100% natural, USDA-approved ingredients powdered into this delicious, nutritious, gour-mutt seasoning. Open adorable container, shake vigorously over pet’s food, and shuffle out of the way as your dog or cat dives into the bowl. Two great flavors: Chicken & Herbs and Beef & Herbs from Halo, Purely for Pets.

Sold At: Health Food Stores & Pet Food Stores nationwide

Retail Price: $9.98

Additioal Information and High Resolution Image
www.halopets.com Bjohnson@halopets.com
Pet Jet
M2 Pets
Pet Jet
Product Description: Traveling this holiday season? Wash your pet anywhere! Pet Jet Indoor/Outdoor pet washer holds the shampoo so one hand is free to hold your pet. No more messy Shampoo bottles! A convenient one-step washer and dispenser, Pet Jet is designed with an internal compartment that holds shampoo for numerous washes. Need shampoo, press the blue button, need water pull back the gray trigger - it’s that simple!

Sold At: www.M2pets.com or 1-800-808-7700

Retail Price: $34.95

Additioal Information and High Resolution Image
www.M2pets.com M2pro@nyc.rr.com
SheaPet Premium Skin and Coat Care Products
SheaPet
SheaPet Premium Skin and Coat Care Products
Product Description: Finally, Shea Butter grooming products for the pampered pet. SheaPet's botanical-based shampoos, conditioners, and skin care treatments feature Fair Trade shea butter made by women's cooperatives in Uganda. The Shea Butter Shampoo will leave your pet super soft, shiny and tangle-free. The skin care products work wonders for dogs and cats with sensitive and allergy prone skin. Shea Butter soothes dry, itchy skin and also helps control dander, and hotspots. Love your Dog, Butter Your Dog!

Sold At: Fine Pet Boutiques, Hair Salons and Gift Stores

Retail Price: $14.50 - 18.50

Additioal Information and High Resolution Image
www.sheapet.com info@sheapet.com
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