'Howl-O-Ween' Going to the Dogs; The APPMA Releases Hot Halloween Pet Products and Safety Tips for Growing Number of Pet Trick-or-Treaters.GREENWICH, Conn. -- Americans have unmasked a new side of Halloween and it's definitely hairy. The furriest member of American families is making its way into Halloween festivities fes·tiv·i·ty n. pl. fes·tiv·i·ties 1. A joyous feast, holiday, or celebration; a festival. 2. The pleasure, joy, and gaiety of a festival or celebration. 3. and the pet industry is responding with a plethora of costumes, treats and safety products to make this scary season fun for pets. "There are so many great products hitting the market that can make Halloween enjoyable for pets," said Bob Vetere, COO and managing director of the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association. "As long as pet owners use good judgment and make sure their pet is comfortable in costumes or party situations, pets can really benefit from the added attention and affection they'll get for being so festive." Topping the list of hot Halloween products is APPMA's 2004 New Product Showcase Holiday Category Winner, Halloween Mask Cards by Avanti Press Inc. These unique gift cards are the same size as a standard mailing card but include a detachable mask in a variety of designs for your furry friend. These are great for your pet or to send to your pet-owning friends. www.avantipress.com When it comes to costumes -- make your dog the king! Fox & Hounds has teamed up with Elvis Presley Enterprises Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. (EPE) is a corporate entity created by the "Elvis Presley Trust" to conduct business and manage its assets. After Elvis Presley's death, Elvis's will appointed his father, Vernon Presley, as executor and trustee. to produce the first-ever Elvis Presley line of pet accessories. The Hound Dog Collection includes "Jailhouse Rock" T-shirts and caps, denim canine jackets, black Elvis tees, army jackets, "Love me tender" collars, white leather Vegas collars, and a glittering gold tuxedo. www.foxandhounds.com Rubies Costume Co. also offers a distinct line of pet costumes including such characters as a cowboy and Batman. The company also offers Halloween-themed bandanas featuring sayings such as "does tricks for treats." www.rubiesny.com Make your pet glow with lighted dog products from Tobz Corp. -- they're fun and safe. The collection includes lighted leashes, collars, harnesses, armbands and clip-on markers. The products, which are available in four colors, are visible from more than 1,000 feet and are water resistant, washable wash·a·ble adj. Capable of being washed without fading or other injury: washable wool. wash and come with a 200-hour replacement battery. www.tobz-style.com PolyBrite International also makes a lighted collar. This nylon collar fitted with a red light and sewn with reflective stitching improves safety by providing users with the best of both worlds -- illumination and reflectivity re·flec·tiv·i·ty n. pl. re·flec·tiv·i·ties 1. The quality of being reflective. 2. The ability to reflect. 3. . www.polybrite.com Turn some heads while out trick-or-treating with Pet Blinkers blinkers 1. rigid pieces of leather fitted to a head harness at a point where they will obstruct the horse's lateral vision. 2. a more sophisticated piece of harness worn by expensive horses consisting of a canvas head-covering with holes for the ears to protrude and two from Flipo Group Ltd. The blinkers attach to the collar and emit a multicolor flashing light Flashing Light is a rhythmic light in which the total duration of the light in each period is clearly shorter than the total duration of the darkness and in which the flashes of light are all of equal duration. that will attract attention to your pet and help keep them safe while out at night. www.flipo.com For treats -- the HOWL Pack by Planet Dog comes with one Medium Glow-in-the-dark Orbee-Tuff(R) Bone, one Large Blaze & Black Orbee-Tuff(R) Ball, one HOWL Euro Sticker, all packed in one Small Blaze-colored Travel feed bowl. This ghoulish ghoul n. 1. One who delights in the revolting, morbid, or loathsome. 2. A grave robber. 3. An evil spirit or demon in Muslim folklore believed to plunder graves and feed on corpses. pack is guaranteed to make dogs drool this Halloween. www.planetdog.com Chomp Inc. offers pet "candy" including Yip Yap(R) doggie breath mints List of breath mints is a comprehensive list of breath mint brands:
If you can't take the rodent to the patch, take the patch to the rodent. Pumpkin Patch Grainola Bars by Sun Seed Co. for rats, mice and other rodents are packed with pumpkin seeds, vegetable rings and farm fresh grains that will make your pet feel like it's down on the farm. www.sunseed.com The American Pet Products Manufacturers Association (APPMA APPMA American Pet Products Manufacturers Association ) reminds responsible pet owners to keep the following tips in mind to better ensure a happy and safe Halloween for the entire family: --Trick-or-treat candies for humans are not for pets: Chocolate is poisonous to many animals, and tin foil tin·foil also tin foil n. A thin, pliable sheet of aluminum or of tin-lead alloy, used as a protective wrapping. Noun 1. and cellophane cellophane, thin, transparent sheet or tube of regenerated cellulose. Cellophane is used in packaging and as a membrane for dialysis. It is sometimes dyed and can be moisture-proofed by a thin coating of pyroxylin. candy wrappers can be hazardous if swallowed. Remind children not to share goodies with pets. --Be cautious of using candles in your pumpkins and consider safe alternatives that will not pose any threats of fire hazard fire hazard fire n that's a fire hazard → das ist feuergefährlich fire hazard n that's a fire hazard → comporta rischi in caso d'incendio or potential burns to your children or pets. --When dressing up a pet, make sure the costume isn't constricting con·strict v. con·strict·ed, con·strict·ing, con·stricts v.tr. 1. To make smaller or narrower by binding or squeezing. 2. To squeeze or compress. 3. or unsafe and be careful not to obstruct your pet's vision. If your pet resists costuming, do not insist as it can cause stress to your pet. Never leave a pet in costume unattended. --Scary isn't fun for everyone. Be aware that strangely pitched music, weird noises, odd clothing and lots of excitement can be taxing on your pet. Make sure to provide a quiet place for them to retreat if needed. --Be careful your pet doesn't dart out through an open door as they might be frightened by trick-or-treaters. --Even if your pet is not frightened by trick-or-treaters, remember that trick-or-treaters may be frightened by your pet if met at the door. Founded in 1958, the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association is the nation's leading not-for-profit trade organization serving the interests of the pet product industry and educating the public on the many joys and health benefits associated with pet ownership. APPMA's membership consists of more than 750 companies, which include both small businesses, as well as the nation's leading pet product companies. |
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