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Getting to Know Your Belgian Malinois
This week in our series on Getting to Know Your Dog Breed we are featuring the Belgian Malinois (pronounced mal-in-wah). The Malinois is lower on our AKC most popular list, ranking #47, but they have gained in popular...
Tips for New Puppy Owners
Anticipation, excitement, overwhelmed, impatience, fun, frustration, laughter, worry, hilarity, exhausted, enjoyment, love. These are a few examples of the range of feelings that new puppy owners experience in the fir...
What to make of the FDA's Grain Free Announcement?
In July 2018, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced reports from veterinarians on a potential link between dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs and the consumption of pet foods that contained certain grains...
Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet: Marigolds
The next ingredient we’re covering in our ongoing series on Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet is marigolds. We recently wrote about garden safety and noted that marigolds are a natural insect repellent, but are they ok...
Getting to Know Your Pembroke Welsh Corgi
This week in our series on Getting to Know Your Dog Breed we are featuring the Pembroke Welsh Corgi. The Corgi has been steadily gaining popularity in recent years, moving up 10 spots in the AKC Most Popular Breeds to...
September is National Pet Health Insurance Month
The North American Pet Health Insurance Association (NAPHIA) is once again sponsoring National Pet Health Insurance Month this September. According to NAPHIA over 2 million pets are covered by pet insurance in the Uni...
Six Tips for Exercising Your Senior Dog
We often write about healthy eating and the importance of exercise for your pet. As your pets age, getting them the right amount of exercise can be a challenge. Arthritis slows them down and illness may keep them hous...
Garden Safety Tips for Families with Pets
Summer may be drawing to a close, but family gardens are still going strong and depending on where you live you may be lucky enough to garden all year round. Let’s take a look at some of the potential hazards to your ...
Getting to Know Your Scottish Fold Cat
This week in our series on Getting to Know Your Cat Breed we are featuring the Scottish Fold Cat. These cute cats get their name from the way their ears ‘fold’ over. Life expectancy: 11 - 14 years Size: The Scottish ...
Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet: Venison
The next ingredient we’re covering in our ongoing series on Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet is venison. Venison is not a commonly used protein in pet food, but it is a healthy alternative for your pet. What is Veniso...
Tips for Better Vet Visits
Some pets are just fine visiting the vet; they view it as a social gathering, prancing around greeting all the vets, technicians and other animals like it’s a party. But many of our dogs and cats aren’t as happy at th...
Getting to Know Your Pointer
This week in our series on Getting to Know Your Dog Breed we are featuring the Pointer. The Pointer is one of the oldest hunting breeds from England, bred specifically to ‘point’ at game. Life expectancy: 12- 15 years...
Choosing the Right Bed for Your Pet
Anyone that has spent the night on a futon or an old fold out sofa bed knows how important a comfortable, supportive bed is for a good night’s sleep. Without it, you’re in for a sore back and a cranky disposition. Whi...
National Immunization Awareness Month
August is recognized as National Immunization Awareness Month by the Center for Disease Control (CDC). The purpose is to highlight the importance of immunizations for people of all ages, but many veterinarians, shelte...
Not So Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet: Corn
The next ingredient in our ongoing series on Not So Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet is corn. Corn is a cereal grain and a staple at summer barbecues as well as in your pet’s food. What is a corn? Corn (or maize) is a...
Tips for Traveling with Your Pets
We’re knee deep into summer now and many families are getting ready for their summer vacation. For many of you, it’s not really a family trip unless you bring your pets. But bringing your dog or cat along presents som...
Getting to Know Your Yorkshire Terrier
This week in our series on Getting to Know Your Dog Breed we are featuring the Yorkshire Terrier. Nicknamed “Yorkie”, the Yorkshire Terrier is ranked as the AKC 9th most popular dog in the U.S. Life expectancy: 12 to ...
2017 Pet Obesity Survey Part II
A few weeks ago, we wrote about the 2017 Pet Obesity Survey conducted by the Association Pet Obesity Prevention. The results were startling and concerning as the rate of pets being diagnosed as overweight or obese is...
Getting to Know Your Ragdoll Cat
This week in our series on Getting to Know Your Cat Breed we are featuring the Ragdoll Cat. According to the Cat Fancier’s Association, the Ragdoll is the 2nd most popular cat breed. Life expectancy: 12 – 17 years Siz...
Summer Safety Tips for Your Pets
Now that summer's here we all love to spend time outdoors, relaxing and playing in the sun. Summer days are meant for fun, both for you and your family as well as your pets. Just as you take precautions to ensure your...
Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet: Chicken
The next ingredient in our ongoing series on Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet is chicken. Chicken can be found in MANY pet foods and treats for both cats and dogs. What is a chicken? Chicken is a type of poultry, a d...
National Pet Fire Safety Day
July 15 is recognized as National Pet Fire Safety day in the United States. It is a day set aside to raise awareness about house fires and educate homeowners on keeping their pets safe. The American Kennel Club and AD...
What’s the Best Food Choice for My Breed of Dog or Cat?
There are many ways to choose your pet’s food. Some people just buy what is on sale at the grocery store or their local pet store, or they buy the food that has a picture of a cute dog or cat on the label; in both cas...
2017 Pet Obesity Survey
For the past ten years the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP) has conducted an annual survey to examine Pet Obesity levels in the United States. Their findings have been a wake-up call for many pet owners a...
Getting to Know Your Golden Retriever
This week in our series on Getting to Know Your Dog Breed we are featuring the Golden Retriever. The Golden is one of our most popular breeds, ranking #3 in the AKC list of Top Dogs. Life expectancy: Life expectancy f...
Why Does my Cat Claw my Sofa?
Any of our readers that have cats as pets know that their claws can shred most anything, but you may wonder why it seems they particularly like to shred your upholstered furniture? A cat’s claws are not fingernails, t...
Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet: Pomegranates
The next ingredient in our ongoing series on Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet are pomegranates. Pomegranates are classified as a super fruit and are super healthy to eat! What is a pomegranate? Pomegranates are in th...
Getting to Know Your Exotic Cat
This week in our series on Getting to Know Your Cat Breed we are featuring the Exotic Cat. The Exotic has taken the honor of being the most popular cat for four years in a row according to the Cat Fancier’s Associatio...
Take Your Pet to Work Week
Take Your Pet to Work Week kicks off the week of June 18-22 with Take Your Cat to Work Day on Monday the 18th and closes out with the original celebration of Take Your Dog to Work Day on Friday June 22nd. This fun pet...
Not So Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet: Grapes
The next ingredient we’re examining in our ongoing series on Not so Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet are grapes. It is well documented that grapes and raisins are toxic for dogs. Toxicity for cats is not fully known, ...
Getting to Know Your French Bulldog
This week in our series on Getting to Know Your Dog Breed we are featuring the French Bulldog. The French Bulldog (or “Frenchie”) is part of the Non-Sporting group of the AKC. The French Bulldog has gained rapidly in ...
Tips for Choosing Your Pet’s Name
As a dog or cat owner, one of your critical responsibilities, beyond food & shelter is naming your pet. It can be quite a challenge to agree upon a name and to ensure it’s a suitable name for your new family addit...
Exercising Your New Puppy
What’s not to love about puppies? They are cute, cuddly, funny and full of energy. Their energy level is typically one of the most challenging behaviors for new dog owners. Puppies are like the energizer bunny, they g...
Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet: Quinoa
The next ingredient we’re introducing in our ongoing series on Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet is Quinoa. Quinoa has stormed the human health food scene in recent years as a healthy alternative to carb-rich pasta and...
How to Clean Your Dog's Ears
A dog’s ears can come in all shapes and sizes. Some stand at attention, some may flop over and some hang down almost to the ground. The one thing they all have in common is they collect dirt and wax, just like human e...
How Smart is Your Dog?
In the last few years, we have seen several dog intelligence tests introduced as a fun way to measure how smart your dog is. Most of these tests employ simple games designed to measure your dog’s intelligence, and som...
Tips for Choosing the Right Pet for Your Family
Over the last few weeks, we’ve written about Why You Should Adopt a Pet and how Animal Shelters and Rescues Work. Today we’re going to give you some tips on CHOOSING the right pet for you and your family. The very fir...
5 Reasons to Microchip Your Pet
One of the most effective means of protecting your dog or cat from being lost or stolen is microchipping them. The month of May is “Chip Your Pet Month” so we wanted to write about the benefits of protecting your pet ...
Getting to Know Your Boxer
This week we are featuring the Boxer in our Getting to Know Your Dog Breed series. The Boxer is part of the Working group of the AKC and ranks just outside the top ten at #11. Life expectancy: Boxers have a fairly sho...
Getting to Know Your Siamese Cat
Today in our Getting to Know Your Breed series, we are featuring the Siamese Cat. The Siamese is high on the list of favorite cats per Cat Fancier’s Association and many of us are familiar with the Siamese from the La...
Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet: Green Tea
The next ingredient we’re covering in our ongoing series on Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet is Green Tea. What is Green Tea? Green Tea originates from the plant species, Camellia sinensis. This is the same species t...
Helpful Tips for Pets with Arthritis
What is arthritis? Arthritis is not solely a human disease. Both dogs and cats can suffer from arthritis. Arthritis or degenerative joint disease is generally defined as “inflammation of the joints”. There are several...
Are You Brave Enough to Give Your Cat a Bath?
Everyone knows cats hate baths, right? Well, that’s mostly true, some cats, especially cats in the wild like cougars and jaguars actually like water and will soak in it if given the opportunity. Some breeds of domesti...
Not So Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet: Chocolate
What is a Chocolate? Chocolate is made from Theobroma cacao seeds. The cacao seeds themselves are actually quite bitter and are roasted and ground to extract the cocoa flavor. Chocolate is an extremely popular food a...
How Pet Shelters and Rescues Work
Animal shelters as we know them today evolved from animal pounds which were used in colonial times to house unclaimed, loose livestock. There wasn’t very much control over the treatment of the animals in these facilit...
Getting to Know Your Rottweiler
The next breed we are featuring in our Getting to Know Your Dog Breed is the Rottweiler. The Rottweiler is part of the Working group of the AKC and ranks #8 in the AKC most popular breed list. Life expectancy: Rottwei...
National Heartworm Awareness Month
April is National Heartworm Awareness Month so we thought it appropriate to talk about this common and serious pet health issue. What is heartworm? Heartworm is a serious canine and feline disease caused by a parasit...
Healthy Ingredients: Spinach
The next ingredient we’re covering in our ongoing series on Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet is spinach. We all know that Popeye found his strength in spinach and it does pack quite a powerful nutritional punch for hu...
Petnet Exercise Tips: Exercising Your Small Dog
So far in our Petnet Exercise Tips series, we have covered, Exercise Tips for Your Cat and Exercise Tips for Your Large Dog . Today we are going to offer a look at exercises for your small dog. We defined large dogs a...
Trimming Your Dog's Toenails
Dog’s have four toes on each paw. They also have a vestigial toe (dewclaw) on the front paws and some breeds have them on the rear paws too. A few breeds (St. Bernard, Anatolian Shepherd ), even have a double dewclaw ...
Not so Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet: Nuts
The next ingredient we’re covering in our ongoing series on Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet are nuts. There’s a huge variety of nuts and many of them can be found in your pet’s food. But are nuts really good for pets...
Getting to Know Your Poodle
The next featured breed in our Getting to Know your Dog Breed series is the Poodle. The Poodle is part of the Non-Sporting group of the AKC and ranks #7 in the AKC most popular breed list. Life expectancy: Poodles lif...
Pet Poison Prevention Month
March 16th-22nd was designated National Poison Prevention Week by Congress in 1961. Over the years it has expanded to the entire month of March, but it’s goal continues to focus on raising awareness of pet owners to t...
Petnet Tips for Exercising Your Cat
People don’t often think about exercising their cats, but trust us, cats need exercise, just like dogs and humans do. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention almost 60% of the cats in our country are o...
Why You Should Adopt Your Next Pet
According to the ASPCA over 6.5 million pets enter a public animal shelter each year. The numbers are almost evenly split between cats and dogs. Almost half of those pets are euthanized. That’s a sobering thought for ...
Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet: Dandelions
The next ingredient we’re covering in our ongoing series on Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet is Dandelions. Yes, those weeds with the yellow flowers that turn into puffballs that children make wishes on are actually v...
Can My Pet Be a Vegetarian?
The popularity of eating a vegan or vegetarian diet has continued to grow slowly over the last decade. Worldwide, the number of vegetarians is estimated to be 375 million. In the US, the overall percentage of adults t...
February is Pet Dental Health Month
Your pet’s dental health has gotten a lot more attention in recent years as advances in treatment have become widespread. It’s no longer enough to give your dog a ‘teeth cleaning’ dog chew to rid them of their bad bre...
Getting to Know Your Maine Coon Cat
The next breed for us to examine in our Getting to Know Your Breed series is the Maine Coon Cat. The Maine Coon Cat is #3 on the list of favorite cats per Cat Breeders Association. Life expectancy: Maine Coons have a ...
Should I Get My Pet a Valentine?
You’ve probably noticed all the red hearts, cupids and candy adorning the aisles of your local stores. The Christmas decorations come down and the Valentine’s Day hearts and cupids go up. The history of St. Valentine'...
Petnet Exercise Tips for Your Pet: Exercising Your Large Breed Dog
At Petnet, our mission is to help you make intelligent decisions when it comes to your pets. That includes not only helping you find the best food for their health and well-being and guiding you to proper portions , b...
Healthy Ingredients: Salmon
The next ingredient we’re covering in our ongoing series on Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet is salmon. For humans, salmon is recognized and promoted as a superfood, so it’s logical that it is great for your pets too....
Getting to Know the Beagle
The next featured breed in our Getting to Know Your Dog Breed is the Beagle. The Beagle is part of the Hound group of the AKC and ranks #5 in the AKC most popular breed list. Life expectancy: Beagles have a good life ...
Can My Pet Catch the Flu?
Flu season is upon us and experts are predicting that this year’s flu season is going to hit us hard. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that you protect yourself and your family with a flu shot. It is pa...
Healthy Ingredients: Sweet Potatoes
The next ingredient we’re covering in our ongoing series on Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet is sweet potatoes. Sweet potatoes are a favorite around our house and sweet potato fries have become a staple in most steakh...
Petnet Exercise Tips for Your Pets
Exercise is one of the most important activities for our health and longevity. It is equally important for our pets. Many owners think a walk around the block, or a game of fetch in the backyard is sufficient for thei...
Getting to Know the Bulldog
The next breed we are featuring in our Getting to Know Your Dog Breed series is the lovable English Bulldog. We’ll cover the French Bulldog in a separate post in a few weeks. Life expectancy: Bulldogs have a short lif...
Food Related Pet Allergies Part II
A few weeks ago, we began a two-part series on Food Related Pet Allergies. You can read Part I here. In Part II we want to discuss the most common treatment to aid in the diagnosis of a food allergy called the elimina...
Healthy Ingredients: Cranberries
The next ingredient we’re covering in our ongoing series on Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet is cranberries. They make a nice topping on our oatmeal, and a great side dish at Thanksgiving, but good for our pets? Indee...
Ate Too Much Over the Holidays? Get Your Dog and Get Moving!
The holiday are over and if you are like most people, you overate. Who could resist all those holiday parties, the tasty treats and fancy drinks? And if you have a dog, you probably overfed them too with snacks from t...
Getting to Know Your Persian Cat
We continue with our Getting to Know Your Breed series and move from dogs to CATS. As we noted in our introduction to this series, there are over 50 recognized cat breeds in the US. And the Cat Fancier’s Association r...
Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet: Kale
In our ongoing series on Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet, Kale was a natural ingredient to focus on. Kale has been likened to a ‘superfood’ for humans as it provides a long list of benefits to your health. Your pet c...
Getting to Know the German Shepherd
The next entry in our “Getting to Know Your Breed Series” is the breed that has gone up and down on the AKC Most Popular Dog Breed list over the years, but recently has settled in at the #2 spot - the German Shepherd ...
Food Related Pet Allergies Part I
Food allergies are the third most common type of allergies seen in our pets, following airborne toxins and atopy (flea bites). Food allergies can be quite troublesome, difficult to diagnosis and may cause severe disco...
Holiday Gift Ideas for Your Pet
It’s hard to believe the holidays are upon us again. In the whirlwind to prepare for the festivities, it’s easy to forget a gift for your pets. We’re here to help you make up for that temporary memory lapse by offerin...
Getting to Know the Labrador Retriever
Our first entry in our Getting to Know Your Breed Series is the dog breed recognized as the most popular dog breed for the last 26 years in the U.S, Canada and England - the Labrador Retriever. Life expectancy: Labs a...
Healthy Ingredients for Your Pet - Introduction
Figuring out what to feed your pet can be a challenge for any pet owner. If you go into your local pet store nowadays, you see aisles and aisles of dry food, canned food, frozen food, dehydrated food…aagghh how do you...
Interview with Cathy Enright, CEO, Pet Food Institute Part 2
The following is Part 2 of excerpts from an interview by Petnet VP of Food, Steve Pelletier with Cathy Enright, CEO of the Pet Food Institute. Read Part 1 here. Steve: There has been a sea change in the pet food indus...
Four of the Friendliest Cat Breeds
Though cats may have a reputation for being aloof or antisocial, we know that’s not always the case. While some felines lead rather independent lives, certain breeds are known to be especially friendly. Check out our ...
Interview with Cathy Enright, CEO, Pet Food Institute Part 1
The following is excerpts from an interview by Petnet VP of Food, Steve Pelletier with Cathy Enright, CEO of the Pet Food Institute. Steve: Nice to speak with you Cathy. How long have you been the CEO of the Pet Food ...
All About Your Favorite Dog (or Cat) Breed – a New Petnet Blog Series
Today we begin an ongoing series of educational posts on dog and cat breeds. We plan to explore the popular breeds, examining their origin, personality characteristics, health and fitness issues and the types of foods...
Thanksgiving Foods that are Healthy for Your Pet
Last week we posted a story outlining some common holiday foods that could be potentially harmful to your pets. Today, we want to look at Thanksgiving foods that are not only tasty, but are healthy and good for your p...
Thanksgiving Foods that May be Harmful for Your Pet
Thanksgiving is fast approaching, and everyone’s thoughts turn to food. What will we have for dinner? Turkey of course and stuffing, but does your family go with mashed potatoes or sweet potatoes, peas or green beans,...
How Apple Cider Vinegar Can Help Your Dog
Apple cider vinegar has numerous household uses as a self-care product, a kitchen staple, and a wellness aid. Its long been used as a natural, at-home remedy fortreating wounds, losing weight and improving heart healt...
Now you can see if your SmartFeeder is plugged in.
We released a Petnet App update for iOS and Android that addresses an issue with the SmartFeeder battery status inside the app. Now, on the Device page, you will see a “Charging” or “Not Charging" status that let’s yo...
How Owning a Pet Improves Your Health
It’s no secret - owning a pet makes you a happier human. While pet owners have known this since the first grey wolf became man’s original best friend thousands of years ago, science can now confidently back up that be...
Superfoods for Pets: Carrots
When it comes to nutritional ‘bang for your buck,’ carrots are hard to beat. According toThe Handbook of Phytochemical Constituents of GRAS Herbs and Other Economic Plants, by James Duke, Carrots contain over 200 kno...
Superfoods for Pets: Eggs
As a great source of protein,riboflavin, andselenium, eggs are a pet-approved people food to feed your cat or dog. Feeding eggs to your pet is a healthy supplement to their kibble, and the protein in them helpsbuild m...
3 Herbs That Can Improve Pet Health
Holistic medicine is a method of healing that considers the whole person - mind, body, and spirit - when treating an ailment. It’s a practice that uses both traditional and alternative therapies to treat illnesses and...
Superfoods for Pets: Blueberries
Blueberries are a delicious, nutritious superfood that is easy to pop into your pet’s food bowl or use as treats. These little blue gems are low calorie but high in nutrients, packed with fiber, Vitamin C, Vitamin K a...
Common Cat Allergies and How to Treat Them
If your cat is sneezing, wheezing, itching and scratching, they may be having an allergic reaction. When a cat has allergies, their immune system becomes especially sensitive due to certain substances that the immune ...
Hilarious and Adorable Dog Breeds You've Never Heard Of
From Teacup Chihuahuas to Great Danes, dogs are one of the most diverse species of mammals on the planet. With more than 150 dog breeds recognized by the American Kennel Club, there are bound to be a few species that ...
Petnet Testimonial: Helen and Michael
Helen and Michael are parents of three—two of which are furry dogs, Ginger and Gia. With a baby son into the mix, they both lead a busy life with their own unpredictable schedules, Helen being a tech director and Mic...
Holistic Ingredients That Can Improve Pet Health
When it comes to the health of our pets, we want nothing but the best for our furry friends. We’ve previously discussed superfoods for pets on the Petnet.io blog and the many health benefits that ingredients like tur...
Petnet Testimonial: Nate and Marlyn
One of the first steps to building a dog’s confidence surprisingly starts with consistent meals. Nate and Marlyn own a rescue dog named Charlie. While Charlie has had issues that needed to be worked on with trainers,...
Superfoods for Pets: Fish Oil
Fish oil is a common supplement owners add to their pet’s food, and with good reason. In both cats and dogs, fish oil promotes a healthy heart, strong joints, clear skin and a shiny coat. The supplement contains both ...
Superfoods for Pets: Pumpkin
Rich in fiber and beta-carotene, pumpkins are an excellent people food for pets. These gourds are simply bursting with vital nutrients like potassium and iron, which give your pet’s diet a healthy boost. They’re also ...
How Does Your Pet's Food Stack Up?
If you’ve ever scratched your head over all the ingredients present in the unending varieties of pet food, feeling unsure of what’s good or bad for your pet, scratch no more! With Petnet’s pet food rating system, we ...
How to Connect your SmartFeeder to Wi-Fi
Connecting your Petnet SmartFeeder to WiFi at home is simple. For your convenience, we created this video outlining the easy steps it takes to connect the SmartFeeder to WiFi, in case you run into trouble. Below is a...
Superfoods for Pets: Sweet Potato
With their syrupy taste and immense nutritional value, sweet potatoes are nature’s wholesome, delicious candy. These orange-fleshed root vegetables top the charts for healthy people foods that boost your pet’s diet. T...
6 Things Your Dog Can't Eat
You’re settling into your favorite seat at the dinner table, armed with a fork and knife, preparing to devour a plate of filet mignon and mashed potatoes. Then you feel it. Nudging at your side with his wet nose is yo...
Portion Control with Dom Woof
Dom the Frenchie fell into a food coma last week. Reason? Bad portion control. Dom loves food like we humans do, but he has a little problem with self-control. Is your dog the same? Here’s what we can do to keep o...
Superfoods for Pets: Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is essentially a cure-all, magic potion for both pets and humans alike. In addition to being a nutritious alternative to using palm or vegetable oil in the kitchen, coconut oil helps to improve digestion, ...
6 Reasons to Use the Petnet SmartFeeder
Our automated pet feeder has serious advantages for both you and your pet. While there is a laundry list of great reasons to use our automatic feeding system, we honed in on our top six. Keep reading to find out how m...
Petnet Testimonial: Permanent Records
Liz from Permanent Records owns three cats, all of which are strays. Frankie, her biggest eater, used to cause problems with other Permanent Records workers from meowing at them when she wanted food. In a search f...
Superfoods for Pets: Turmeric
Turmeric is a golden-colored wonder spice with significant health advantages for both pets and humans alike. This herb is a potent anti-inflammatory and pain-reliever that promotes a healthy heart. Turmeric has been u...
Everything You Need to Know About Emotional Support Dogs
Emotional support animals provide comfort, affection and meaningful companionship for people suffering from either a mental or emotional condition. The bond created between an owner and their emotional support dog can...
Petnet launches SmartDelivery with more than 1,500 pet food recipes.
Petnet, the leader in personalized pet feeding, today launched SmartDelivery, a service that brings pet food straight to SmartFeeder and SmartBowl users’ doorsteps so they never have to think about buying pet food aga...
Petnet Testimonial: Morgen and Jessy
For Morgen and Jessy, a quiet home was necessary for their one-year-old baby Bowie. But as they live in a loft in downtown Long Beach, their cat Sufiq’s early morning meowing and late night howling over food proved ...
This is Dom: The Un-simple French Bulldog
He looks like any ol’ Frenchie that you’ve seen pooping at the park, but he’s not just any ol’ Frenchie. As an ex-farmer of an organic French farm, a philosophy graduate of the prestigious Ecole Normale Superieure, m...
Say hello to the fresh and furry Petnet App.
We are excited to announce an update to the Petnet App – available now on iOS and Android. We have spent the last three months smashing bugs and improving the app experience. Update today to see your pet’s daily feedi...
The Petnet SmartFeeder now works with Amazon Alexa!
At Petnet, it’s our goal to make pet owners’ lives easier and ensure our furry friends are living their healthiest lives. Today, we are excited to introduce a new way for SmartFeeder users to do just that - you can no...
Happy Mother's Day and Chihuahua Appreciation Day!
Happy International Chihuahua Appreciation day! It’s also Mother’s Day, so while we celebrate moms (and pet moms) today, let’s take some time to shine a spotlight on our little feisty Chihuahua pals, too. The Chihuahu...
Getting started with the SmartFeeder
The setup and installation of SmartFeeder takes just a few minutes. 1. Download Petnet AppTo configure your SmartFeeder, you'll need to download the Petnet App. It is available on the Apple App Store and Google P...
A Dog Solves His Busy Owner's Crisis
Happy National Pet Day! Our pets deserve the best and we know sometimes our busy schedules may prevent us from spending the time we wish we could. So on National Pet Day, why not treat them to something they want? Th...
Introducing the SmartFeeder Ramp—because not all pet food is created equal.
When we were designing the SmartFeeder we tested many types of dry food, but there are still certain shapes and sizes of kibble that lock together like building blocks and clog the chute. That’s why we’ve created the ...
CES 2017: Post Show Wrap-up
We kicked off CES at Pepcom’s Digital Experience showcase – and it proved to be a great start! We shared our vision for the future of pet care with friends, fellow startups and media partners. Our goal at Petnet is t...
A Day in the Life of Vincent
It's commonly speculated that cats are misunderstood. Will we ever figure out the reason why their massaging service happens at 5 a.m.? Or what about the awkward initiation of a staring contest? And why do they attem...
DIY: Halloween Candy Corn Pupsicles
Who says Halloween is just for humans? Let your pup in on the fun and whip up some easy DIY Halloween pupsicles for your dog! Recipe 1½ cups plain non-fat yogurt1 banana ½ cup canned pumpkin 5 oz cup Directions...
DIY: Halloween Pumpkin Kitty Treats
Your kitty no longer has to feel left out on Halloween. These simple DIY pumpkin cat treats will have your feline purring all night long. Recipe ½ cup unsweetened plain applesauce1 cup grated carrots 1 cup canned pu...
10 Reasons Cats Are Better Than Dogs
1) You can save money by not buying alarm clocks. /> 2) You'll have soft skin from daily litter box foot scrubs. 3) You don't have to waste money on expensive beds. 4) You've got a cuddly built-in bug detectio...
22 Ways Cats Make Humans Happier & Healthier
In honor of National Cat Day, we wanted to put everything on pause paws and take a moment to celebrate our furry feline friends. Since we do everything in our power to keep our kitties happy and healthy, we need to ac...
Best Cat Toys For Playtime
Cats may spend a large percentage of their day sleeping, but play is important too. Play is more than just a way for a cat to pass time. It is a way for cats to get exercise, develop and maintain physical coordination...
Petnet Raises $10 Million Series A to Expand Personalized Pet Food Service
Petnet, the leader in personalized feeding for pets, today announced it raised a $10 million Series A financing round, led by Petco. With the new funds, Petnet will continue to expand its product line, develop its pet...
Introducing The New Petnet App
Every pet needs a little grooming every now and then - nail clipping, ear cleaning, getting a hair furcut. And sometimes things in the digital world can use a little spiffing up, too. Our app has undergone some change...
Update Regarding The Recent Petnet Server Outage
To our loyal Petnet family, As you may know, our third-party servers suffered an outage late Wednesday evening, which temporarily disabled the ability to remote feed and edit feeding schedules for about 10 percent of ...
DIY: Kitty Tuna Treats
Sure, cats have been known to exhibit some aloof behavior (i.e. preferring cardboard boxes over their expensive plush kitty beds), but that doesn’t mean they won’t appreciate this tuna-tastic homemade treat-feast tha...
A Guide To Holistic Pet Care: Part 1
Holistic pet care isn’t what many owners of companion canines and felines typically think. Holism is a philosophical approach to health involving the perspective that the body functions better when all parts are work...
DIY: Peanut Butter Ice Rings for Dogs
Each summer, we pet owners find ways to keep our four-legged fur balls cool and comfortable. Oscillating fans. Ice cubes. Watermelon. But our favorite way involves a super simple recipe you can whip up with just a fe...
Assistance Dogs: The 411
Dogs have been used as “helper animals” for humans for many years. The classic example is the guide dog for visually impaired people. Dogs have been performing this role unofficially for hundreds of years, although it...
Why Scheduled Feeding Is Best For Your Cat
How you feed your cat can be as important as what you feed your cat. We all want our cats to be strong, vibrant and healthy for as long as possible! Scheduled feeding is a method that allows you the most control of yo...
Portion Distortion: A Tale of Too Much Food
Over the last several decades, we began subscribing to the “bigger is better” mentality and everything grew exponentially in size. Houses. Cars. Cell phones. And unfortunately, our food consumption. Over time, we seem...
Mealtime Mishaps: Tips for Better Cat Feeding
Cats are notoriously particular about many things. They favor certain toys, beds, and areas in your house, and you’ve probably realized how picky they are about food. But these dinnertime details may make a big differ...
Top 10 Reasons You Should Use The SmartFeeder
If your pet could talk, he’d probably have a laundry list of requests. More cuddles. More toys. Less vacuuming and no more nail clippings. But since he’s not quite evolved enough to carry on a conversation, he relies ...
Celebrating National Pet Month: How Pets Benefit Our Lives (And How We Can Return The Favor)
Having celebrated National Pet Day just a few weeks ago, we’re still pulling glitter from our hair (and paws), but we’re also stocking up on party favors for the month of May. That’s right, go grab that tupperware ful...
How to Introduce a New Pet into the Mix
When you meet new people, you habitually extend a hand, make eye contact, and introduce yourself. With pets, the process is slightly different. You’ve probably seen two dogs sniffing each other’s tushes, or a couple c...
Kiddies, Kitties and Canines: Harmonious Housemates
At first glance, it seems like children and pets have a lot in common. They sleep a lot but always wake you up entirely too early. They whine when they want food. You have to clean up their potty messes. But all the h...
Oral Pet Health: Maintaining Your Pet's Teeth
When you’re a kid, you hate the dentist but love getting a balloon and lollipop at the end. As an adult, you resentfully tolerate the poking and prodding of sharp instruments along your sensitive little gums. When you...
Pets 2.0: How Tech Has Infiltrated Our Lives (And Laps)
Remember the days of George Jetson, when snazzy technology seemed like some futuristic innovative concept? As much as we loved dreaming about flying motorcycles and outer-space schools, we knew better than to hold our...
Celebrating National Pet Day: It’s Paw-ty Time!
Like most pet owners, we always look for an excuse to throw bow ties on our bulldogs and party hats on our cats, but when a holiday rolls along that has incredible meaning behind it, well, that really gets our tails w...
Get Yo’ Leash On: You Better Work It (Out)
Image Credit: Jim Summers For many dog owners in Los Angeles, taking your pup for a walk is more than just a trip along the sidewalk so he can do his business. It’s about enjoying the outdoors, squeezing in a workout,...
5 Must-Know Facts About Pet Food
For all animal-obsessed pet parents, nothing’s more important than the health and well-being of our furry children. We bring them to the vet for checkups, we drag them up huge hills for exercise (commonly known as “hi...
Petnet SmartFeeder: Best With Nest Cam
You’re on the way to work/ dinner/ vacation and it hits you - you forgot to turn off the lights, lock the front door, or feed your cat. (Don’t worry - it’s happened to all of us.) These “OMG whoops” moments are part o...
Weight Loss Feeding Tips for Dogs
Every other dog, and then some, in the United States is overweight according to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP). That means that there are around 44 million overweight or, worse, obese dogs in this c...
New Year's Resolutions: Feed Your Dog Better
New Year’s is a time that most people review the past year and resolve to make improvements for the coming year. With that in mind, I offer 5 resolutions that will help a dog parent ensure that their dog is fed the p...
How Much Water does a Dog Need?
Making sure that a dog gets the right amount of water each day is a challenge, particularly if the pet parent doesn’t even know how much water their dog needs! So how much water does a dog need each day? Like with fee...
Pet of the Week: Loki
Loki's Petnet App Stats Age: 4.5 years old Weight: 25 pounds Activity Level: Normal Number of feedings per day: 2 Eating Portion routine: 12 pm - 3/4 cup, 7:30 pm -3/4 cup Food: Royal Canin Reduced Protein Loki's Bi...
Pet of the Week: Murphy
Murphy's Petnet App Stats Age: 4 Weight: 16lbs Activity Level: Lazy! Number of feedings per day: 2 Eating Portion Routine: 1/4 cup in the morning and evening Food: Acana Pacifica Murphy's Bio Location: Boston, MA Bir...
Feeding Dogs Thanksgiving Turkey: Yea or Nay?
Holiday Food Calories and the Exercise Your Dog Will Need to Burn off the Calories Holiday season is once again nearing. In the U.S., we will be celebrating our Thanksgiving holiday in one week and will soon follow th...
Pet of the Week: Rukas
Rukas's Petnet App Stats Age: 8 years old Weight: 6 lbs Activity Level: Inactive Number of feedings per day: 2 Eating Portion Routine: 1/4 cup Food: Petcurean Now Cat Food Rukas's Bio Location: Jersey City, NJ Adopta...
What's an Overweight Pet?
October is Pet Obesity Awareness month. Recapping to our previous blog discussion about how a few extra pounds on a dog or cat can be life changing, we created a video to help you understand the perspective of how jus...
Pet of the Week: Sadie Tripawd
Sadie's Petnet App Stats Age: 7 Weight: 6 lbs Activity Level: Pretty high for her disabilities Number of feedings per day: Twice Eating Portion routine: 6:30 am & 4:30 pm Food: Bright Mind Sadie's Bio Location: R...
How to Adjust Your Dog's Food Portions
We previously discussed about how much you should feed your dog. The steps involve a few calculations but are well worth the effort in the long run. For those pet parents who have worked through the steps, determine...
Pet of the Week: Wilson
Wilson's Petnet App Stats Age: 2 Weight: 10lbs Activity Level: Normal Number of feedings per day: 2 Eating Portion Routine: 3/16 cup Food: Dick Van Patten’s Natural Balance Original Ultra Small Breed Bites Wilson's B...
The Costs of Having a Fat Pet
I recently discussed some of the common health risks that pets face from being overweight. The list of diseases and ailments that are associated with a pet being overweight is both long and serious, and will likely ...
Dietary Diseases in Cats Caused by Poor Diet
October is Pet Obesity Awareness Month. By giving proper nutrition and a healthy diet, many of these diseases can be prevented. There are a variety of diseases seen in cats that are strongly related to diet. These a...
A Guide to a Lean and Healthy Cat
October 7th is Pet Obesity Awareness Day. We wrote a post that presented some of the high costs of having an overweight or obese cat. Today we outline some steps to keep your cat lean and healthy. The decisions that...
Pet Obesity: Crunching the Numbers
October is pet obesity awareness month and it is the perfect time to review some of the key statistics and information related to pet obesity. I would argue that the single most impactful thing that pet owners can d...
Pet of the Week: Ruckus the Eskie
Ruckus's Petnet App Stats Age: 4 Weight: 35 lbs Activity Level: Medium Number of Feedings per day: 2 Eating Portion Routine: 1/2 cup Food: Taste of the Wild Ruckus's Bio Location: Silicon Valley Birthday: 7/2011 Rela...
Pet Obesity Awareness Month
October is Pet Obesity Awareness Month and we at Petnet.io believe that this is an extremely important topic that does, indeed merit a month of awareness building. In light of this, we will be publishing a series of ...
4 Simple Ways to Exercise Your Cat
Cats may sleep an average of 15 hours per day, they still need to get up and play! Exercise is as important for your cat as it is for you. It helps cats to loose weight, maintain a proper weight, strengthen muscles, i...
Pet of the Week: Bentley
Bentley's Petnet App Stats Age: 6Weight: 55 lbs Activity Level: Super Lazy w/ moments of Ultra HyperNumber of feedings per day: 4Eating Portion routine: 1 cup at 7am - 1.5 cup 12pm - 1.5 cup 6pmFood: Merricks Lamb &am...
Pet of the Week: Super Corgi Jojo
Jojo’s Petnet App Stats Age: 5 Weight: 37 lbs Activity Level: Active Number of feedings per day: 2 Eating Portion routine: 1 cup in the morning, 3/4 cup in the evening Food: I And Love and You Watch Jojo surf some w...
Making Sure your Hero Cat has a Strong Core
Being a hero cat requires that the cat needs to be ready and able to save children or overcome other challenges at a moment’s notice. In order to accomplish acts of heroism, most hero cats need to be fit, and eat pro...
The Cost of Not Taking your Cat to the Vet
American research shows that cats visit veterinarians less frequently than dogs. The number of owned cats however, keeps increasing. Why do more and more people refuse to go the vet? This phenomenon can partly be expl...
Pet of the Week: Oscar
Oscar’s Petnet App Stats Age: 2 Weight: 30 lbs Activity Level: Active Number of feedings per day: 2 Eating Portion routine: 3/4 cup Food: Wellness TruFood Adult Recipe Salmon, Turkey Liver and Flaxseed Oscar’s Bio Lo...
Pre-Breakfast Exercise: Fat Burner for Dogs?
According to theAssociation for Pet Obesity Prevention, more than half of all dogs in the US are overweight. Keeping a dog fit and trim requires proper feeding and ample exercise. I often wonder if some of the techniq...
Pet of the Week: Hobbes kitty
Hobbes's Petnet App Stats Age: 3 Weight: 14 pounds Activity Level: Low-Moderate Number of feedings per day: 1-3 Eating Portion routine: 3/16th cup Food: Wellness Adult Health, Salmon Meal & Deboned Turkey Hobbes'...
Petnet's Dog Day at Target Open House
It was a sunny day in San Francisco to have our Dog Day at the Target Open House. Here's a recap of the fun day of happy pups! Early in the AM, the Petnet team sets up the store. We're getting ready for all the tre...
Intro to Tara the Hero Cat
We are joined today by Roger and Tara the Hero Cat. For those who don’t know, Tara became an internet sensation when she was caught on camera defending her family. When Roger’s 6 year old son Jeremy was attacked by...
Pet of the Week: Tucker
Petnet introduces a weekly blog feature for dogs and cats that use the SmartFeeder. Our first post goes to the adorable Shih Tzu named Tucker Tucker's Petnet App Stats Age: 8 months Weight: 7 pounds Activity Level: Ac...
Steps to Keep your Cat Lean and Healthy
We previously wrote a post that presented some of the high costs of having an overweight or obese cat. Today we outline some steps to keep your cat lean and healthy. The decisions that you make about your cat’s food ...
Petnet SmartFeeder is Right at Home in Target Open House
Connected home products and services have changed the way we live our day-to-day lives. There are many household chores consumers would love to remove from their to-do lists and thankfully technology has helped make t...
U.S. Pet Obesity: The Total Number of Pounds our Dogs are Overweight
According to the 2014 Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP) survey, the number of obese dogs has risen the past two years and the total number of overweight or obese dogs in the US is almost 44 million. I thou...
What is the SmartFeeder Beta
The SmartFeeder is an incredible system, made up of powerful cloud based software, embedded sensors, mobile apps, and an automated logistics platform all designed to provide you peace of mind knowing your pet is being...
Fall in Love with SmartFeeder: Wordless Wednesday
Fall in Love with the pet-proof and pet-friendly Petnet(io) SmartFeeder!
Stick to Bright Color in Art not Pet Food: Wordless Wednesday
Do you see lots of bright and shiny colors in your pet’s food? If so, take a few minutes to look at the ingredients. Artificial colorings provide no benefit and in some cases can cause disease. SmartFeeder's intelli...
Petnet SmartFeeder: Pet Friendly and Pet Proof
As pet parents, we know the importance of buying products for our pets that are pet-friendly but also pet-proof! We meticulously designed the SmartFeeder with smart pets in mind, and have made it as pet-proof as pos...
SmartFeeder Soars Above Regular Pet Auto Feeders: Wordless Wednesday
With so many feeders claiming to be the solution to feeding your pet while you are away from home, it can be confusing to find the best solution for your beloved pet. The Petnet(io) SmartFeeder’s advanced feeding func...
SmartFeeder vs. Regular Pet Auto Feeders
Not all pet feeders are created equal. With so many feeders that claim to be a solution to feeding your pet while you are away from home, it can be confusing to find the best solution for your beloved pet. The one ...
Multiple Small Meals = Healthier Cats: Wordless Wednesday
A new study from the University of Illinois suggests that keeping your kitty trim may be as easy as feeding them four square meals a day. Let SmartFeeder help you keep your cat fed and fit!
Petnet SmartFeeder for Parents of Healthy Pets
There are many pet parents who spend time curating an ideal diet and exercise plan to keep their pet at a healthy weight - as a result they may not feel that they need SmartFeeder. Although one of the main benefits o...
Petnet SmartFeeder for Stay-at-Home Pet Parents
Many people hear “remote feeding” or “automated feeding” and think it is only for people that aren’t at home with their pets. However, the benefits of SmartFeeder far exceed the ability to feed remotely - it provides...
Our Branding Story
Not all technology companies are created equal - in fact, once you come up with the brilliant idea, and figure out how to make it work, your major challenge is emotionally connecting your product to your customer. Th...
Workout and Beauty Tips by Abby
Many of us come up with excuses to miss a workout with our dog. Sometimes these excuses are related to the way we feel (we are too tired or busy) and sometimes they are related to our pet (they are too tired or don't...
Obesity Epidemic? It’s Not Just You
Obesity statistics in the U.S. have been climbing for decades. According to the CDC more than one-third of American adults are obese (35.7%). The causes seem to lie not only with genetics, but also (and mostly with) ...
A Healthy Pet Needs a Healthy Diet: Wordless Wednesday
A healthy pet needs a healthy diet. Petnet(io) gives you the information you need to make better food choices for your pet’s diet and creates a customized feeding plan to help you feed right.
SmartFeeder: Feed From Your Phone
As a pet parent, one of the most difficult things we do is leave our beloved pets at home as we venture out to work, run errands, go to the gym (or the numerous other places we go where our pets can’t join us). SmartF...
5 Ways to Add Mental Challenges to your Dog’s Walks
We all know exercise is important for the health of our dogs. In addition to burning calories, a daily walk also helps with socialization and building a bond between the dog and owner. But walking your dog has another...
A Simple Way to Think About Pet Insurance
I often get asked my opinion on whether it is worth buying pet insurance. This is a hard question to answer because, unless you have a crystal ball and can foresee the future, there is no way to know what the “best” ...
A Feeder for All Sizes: Wordless Wednesday
SmartFeeder can accommodate virtually all kibble sizes and can estimate servings in precise measurements as small as 1/16th of a cup. Feeding your pet the proper amount has never been so easy.
The Prerequisite to Training Any Dog
I love the phrase that Cesar Millan often uses: “You don’t always get the dog you want but you always get the dog you need.” One often hears him using this phrase when working with a dog owner that had to change somet...
Introducing a New Dog to the Family
If you're like me, you look at that cute dog on the street, in the park, or even on Petfinder, dreaming about adding “just one more” dog to your family. But then...what about your resident dog? The one you love, pampe...
Evolution of SmartFeeder: Wordless Wednesday
The Evolution of SmartFeeder: 18 months 5 design revisions 169 parts One amazing SmartFeeder
Pet Friendly Gardens
Last spring I had big plans to plant a pet friendly garden in the backyard of our new townhome. Unfortunately, we no longer live there and were somewhat forced into a two bedroom apartment with no yard. At first I tho...
Understanding Microchips and “add on” Microchip Services
As many of us know, it is a wise decision to have your pet microchipped. For example, microchips for dogs and cats help to get them home safe if they are lost. But sometimes microchip services can be confusing, and ma...
Open your Heart and Home: Wordless Wednesday
June is Adopt-A-Cat Month. Open your heart and your home to a feline friend.
A Home for Every Cat
June is the American Humane Association’s Adopt-A-Cat Month. What could be a better way to kick of the summer then by adopting a new family pet? Cats in need Before making the decision to buy a cat, consider the fact ...
The Top 10 Reasons to Walk Your Dog
We all know it is very important to walk our dogs, but today I want to share some of my own experiences and explore WHY it’s important to walk dogs. Here are my top 10 reasons to walk your dog. I’ve broken it down int...
Avoid Math Fatigue with SmartFeeder: Wordless Wednesday
Knowing how many calories your pet needs and how much to feed them is a lot of work! Feeding Insights by SmartFeeder makes it easy and automatic.
10 Questions About Senior Pets
My parents' dog, Keto, turning eight this past January inspired me to find out what is important to know when caring for a senior pet. Although my dog, Luna, is only three years old, I had a long list of questions abo...
5 Ways to Increase your Dog’s Exercise
The following are five easy ways to increase your dog’s exercise. These tips could be used if you have a high-energy dog that needs to burn some mental and physical energy, or a dog that needs to burn a few extra calo...
The Importance of Getting Your Cat Spayed/Neutered
All of us cat lovers want to see cats living the best lives they can possibly live. Cats should be living in homes where they are loved, well cared for, and considered as part of the family. Some of us might even add...
5 Reasons Your Dog Should Be On A Leash
In a previous post, I described how my dog Quinny and I were attacked by an off-leash dog. That event inspired me to educate others on why it is important to keep our dogs on-leash. Here are the top 5 reasons why we...
Petnet SmartFeeder Helps with Portion Control
In our “SmartFeeder Feeding Insights” post, we explained how SmartFeeder enables you to stay on top of your pet’s diet and ensure that you are providing them with the proper amount of food each day. Today we are goin...
12 Things About Adopting a Dog and Rescue Groups
After the loss of our beloved dog Brooks, we started to think about adopting another dog. We spent a lot of time looking at pictures of adoptable dogs on Petfinder and talking to our local rescue groups. We were looki...
SmartFeeder Feeding Insights
As pet parents, we get so much from our beloved pets - companionship, joy, love, and more. In return, we try to make our pet’s life as happy and enjoyable as we can. In that same spirit, we sometimes overdo treats o...
I work. Should I put my new dog in day care? My answer.
I was recently asked for suggestions on what to do with a new dog, in this case a Terrier, during the day while the pet owners are at work. More specifically, the inquirer was looking for advice on Daycare for their ...
From Idea to Fulfillment: Bringing SmartFeeder to Life
As we countdown to the launch of SmartFeeder, we wanted to share some insights from our journey in creating this new product. In this post, we summarize the five main phases we went through, or are going through, to ...
4 Ways to Help a Pet Rescue or Shelter
April is the ASPCA’s Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month. We at Petnet want to show our support for this important issue by publishing a piece about animal rescues and shelters. This is not to say that pets in res...