Log On, Cat Lovers
Having met on the Internet, business partners Anne Moss, a cat behaviorist from Israel, and Mary Anne Miller, a cat rescuer from Oregon, launched Meowhoo.com in 
October 2002 with just 100 listings of businesses, Web sites and resources for cat guardians. Within one month, the listing grew to 1,625 links to purchase pet supplies, access veterinarians with health questions, obtain behavior and training assistance, read care and grooming tips, reach breeders, buy cat furniture and cat-themed gifts and learn about grief management and rescue resources and specialized pet services. 

At Meowhoo.com, each participating business/service is entitled to one free listing. Web surfers can also join the Meowhoo Club for free, entitling them to a monthly newsletter that includes exclusive offers on cat-related products, monthly contests with prizes for cats and their owners, Internet freebies and the latest information about new products and services in the Meowhoo.com directory.

Meowhoo.com donates a portion of all profits to cat welfare.

Holiday Gifts For Your Good Dog

Looking for something out of the box for your furry pals this holiday season? Check out this trio of items.

In the mood: The stone in Moody Dog Sport’s mood collar changes color based on your dog’s mood – just like the mood rings from the ‘70’s. The collar retails for $15 from www.moodypet.com or call (888) 671-5663. DOG FANCY readers get free shipping.

Mint Fresh: How about dog “candy,” shaped and packaged like people candy but made from pet-healthy ingredients? Yip Yap (miniature bone-shaped, breath-freshening “mints”) and Sniffers (round and chewy, bite-size, beef-and-cheese bites) make great stocking stuffers. DOG FANCY readers receive 10 percent off ; call (800) 533-3377.

Senior snacks: Here’s something yummy for your older dog: The Old Dog Cookie Company’s specialized cookies, rich in herbs, vitamins, and minerals. Online at www.olddogcookie.com, the cookies sell for $7 for 12 ounces. DOG FANCY readers receive a 10 percent discount in November and December.