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Jet-Setting Pet Travel Aboard American Airlines
This month and all throughout the year, service animals are welcome on all American Airlines flights. There are no additional charges for service animals traveling in the cabin. To travel with an emotional support or psychiatric service animal, travelers only need to contact American Reservations at least 48 hours before their flight and submit the required documentation.
For cherished pets who are not registered service animals, these jet-setting dogs and cats* can get a leg up when traveling with American Airlines’ First Class Pet Cabin service exclusively aboard the A321T aircraft for flights from LAX and SFO to JFK.
Paws up for furry flyers, each first class seat on the A321T has a compartment to comfortably accommodate pint-sized pet travelers in their carry-on kennels. First Class passengers en route from Los Angeles (LAX) and San Francisco (SFO) to New York (JFK) with four-legged loved ones can treat their pets to roomy accommodations ($125 carry on fee) while keeping them close by.
When purchasing tickets for travel, first class passengers can reserve pet accommodation by providing proper documentation from a veterinarian and meeting the following requirements***:
- Pet is at least 8 weeks old
- Will be fed and offered water within 4 hours before arrival on the airplane
- Is securely and visibly attached to the outside of the kennel and can stand up, turn around and lie down in a natural position in the kennel (Maximum of 19in x 13in x 9in)
- Has instructions on feeding and watering for a 24-hour period
***American does not accept Brachycephalic cats or snub nose dogs of any “mix”, such as:
- Dogs – Affenpinscher, Boston Terrier, Boxer (all breeds), Brussels Griffon, Bulldog (all breeds), Cane Corso, Dogue De Bordeaux, English Toy Spaniel, Japanese Chin, Lhasa Apso, Mastiff (all breeds), Pekingese, Pit Bull, Presa Canario, Pug (all breeds), Shar Pei, Shih Tzu, Tibetan Spaniel
- Cats – Burmese, Persian, Himalayan, Exotic Shorthair
*American Airlines assumes no liability for the health or well-being of carry-on pets.
Additional services available to all pets and VIP amenities for human travelers using American’s first class service at LAX include:
- Animal relief area at LAX Terminal 4, baggage claim level (the grassy area in front of the parking structure)
- Private (paparazzi protected) Flagship check-in
- Cadillac terminal transportation services
- Admirals Club and Flagship Lounge access at LAX
- Five Star Service assistance at departure and arrival (including expedited TSA check; gate escort; car service)
American Airlines at LAX
American has served Greater Los Angeles for more than 80 years and carried a record 14 million passengers via LAX in 2015. With over 220 daily departures to over 60 global destinations operated by the youngest fleet among global network carriers in the U.S. and unmatched premium services on the ground, American has a rich history as the premier airline at LAX with the most domestic and international destinations.
American recently announced an investment of $3 billion dedicated to enhancing the customer experience. These investments include more fully lie-flat seats; upgraded aircraft interiors; more international Wi-Fi; more in-flight entertainment options and charging power for customers in all cabins; and an improved airport experience with faster, more reliable kiosks and refreshed gate and ticketing areas. This is all in addition to American’s historic fleet. By June 2016, American will have up to 220 flights per day to 70 destinations across five continents.
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National Dog Day in Tel A Viv
el Aviv will celebrate a special day for dogs, for the first time in Israel.
Tel Aviv is the friendiest city in the world for dogs, with 1 dog for every 17 residents, making it the city with the highest amount of dogs per capita in the world.
Photo: ELAN/TPS
25,000 Tel Avivian dogs enjoy 70 public dog parks; 1.3 dog parks for every 1 square kilometer. Tel Aviv has also declared special beaches where dogs can roam freely.
The city-wide dog day will be celebrated at the Bnei Dan Dog Park with many attractions for the city’s 4-legged residents. Among the attractions are:
– A display of startups founded in Tel Aviv that serve dogs and their owners
– Unique products for doggie birthdays
– Sushi for dogs
– Dog Spa
And many more doggie-friendly “treats”.
The Tel Aviv-Yafo Municipality sets dogs’ welfare at high-priority:
– The city’s shelter is a no-kill shelter
– Homeless animals are treated 24/7 by the city’s vet services
– The city animal patrol checks complaints regarding animal abuse
– The Municipality continues to create activities for dogs, while last month a
special screening of the movie “The Secret Life of Pets” was displayed for
dogs and their owners.
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Happy National Dog Day: Pet Photo Opp
All those photos you’re constantly snapping of your furry friend for no reason at all, well, now there is a holiday on the calendar to celebrate them.
August 26th is National Dog Day, and to mark the holiday, Fidophile (www.fidophile.com) is launching their new personalized pet photo framing business across the country.Fidophile is a simple, easy to use, way to celebrate and honor your beloved furry friend. Simply log in to the website, upload one of your favorite dog photos, choose the breed of your dog, select one of six different beautiful wooden frame options, and within days your personalized photo frame will arrive ready to hang on your wall.
Be sure to celebrate your favorite day of the year and get your dog a gift you both can enjoy! Check out their website at http://www.fidophile.com/. -
Top Five Must Haves for National Dog Day
So…. If you follow me on social media, you will know that we got a puppy! After Jacob’s passing in June, the house just felt so empty and dogless. After 11 years of my best dog ever being my companion, it was time for us to celebrate him and apply all that he taught us to be a good pet parent again. Introducing my dearest puppy Cami! She has some big paws to fill and we love her to bits. Let’s Celebrate National Dog Day together.
For National Dog Day on Friday 8/26, Thumbtack released new data on how Americans love their dogs, based on 240,000 requests for pet services across the U.S. Thumbtack data on the most popular services for dog lovers shows that:
- 35% hire a dog sitter to visit 2-3 times a day.
- 40% request walks to be 30 minutes long.
- 24% of dog training focuses on behavior modification — teaching old dogs new tricks.
- 59% spend more than $50 to pamper their pooches with manicures, tooth care, and hair trimming.
- New Mexico is the No. 1 state in the U.S. where dog owners pamper their pets with services, followed by Rhode Island, Arizona, and Nevada.
Thumbtack offers a wide-range of pet services, including pet walking, grooming, sitting, boarding, training, photography, and even pet door installation.
Here are some fun pet items that you can celebrate National Dog Day with!
- the KYON Collar -KYON announced the launch of the KYON Pet Tracker, the first all-in-one pet collar that provides a unique opportunity for owners to communicate with their pets. The KYON collar comes equipped with embedded GPS technology and an LED display that makes communicating with pets easier than ever before. The collar works together with a user-friendly mobile application that enables owners to monitor, track, and receive information or alerts about their pets. You never have to wonder or worry about how your furry friend again.
2. The Petzi Camera –
Petzi Treat Cam is a device that seamlessly connects to your home’s Wi-Fi network and allows you to (‘see’) video, (‘speak’) audio, (‘snap’) take pictures and (‘treat’) dispense treats to their pets remotely using any internet enabled smart device.
Petzi Treat Cam is available for $169.99 online through Amazon, as well as Best Buy, Bed Bath & Beyond, and PetCo. It’s sure to be a Barktastic device for the days when your fur baby is out of reach.
3. Kodak Pet Monitor – $99.99
Along with the app isecurityplus.com, this handy pet camera can be view on your cellphone, iPad and computer. It detects motion easily and night vision too. This came in especially handy since we are crate training Cami right now. With a puppy, they can never be left unattended. Pet parents, if you are anything like me, this cool little black camera will give you a peace of mind.
4. Petshoppe Treats – $2.99+
Training a puppy means you need treats! You don’t want to give them just anything that will fill them up. When I was at Superzoo, one professional trainer told me that the best treats do not stain, are compact, don’t crumble and won’t melt! The Walgreens new Petshoppe Pet Treat items made with quality ingredients from the Americas or Europe fit the bill for great training. Treats include Chicken Skins, Sweet Potato Slices, Pork Jerky, Crunchy Bites and more.
5. Playa Pup – Sunwear for dogs
When you live in Vegas, it is pretty much sunny everyday! This cooling mat from Playa Pup is an essential for inside and outside. It gets so hot here that often when we return from walks, Cami literally melts flat on to the kitchen tiles to cool off.
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Carmex Launches NEW Comfort Care Lip Balm
Carma Laboratories, Inc., the maker of Carmex lip balm products, has introduced NEW CARMEX COMFORT CARE™ Lip Balm, a lip balm line formulated with natural Colloidal Oatmeal and natural, cold pressed fruit oil to deliver soothing, long-lasting moisture, and pure hydration. NEW CARMEX COMFORT CARE™ is a natural lip care line that incorporates Colloidal Oatmeal into its formula and offers a deliciously soft pallet of flavors specially crafted to soothe, smooth and soften lips.
These comfort-enriched, natural lip balms are available in a variety of flavors such as Mixed Berry, Sugar Plum, and Watermelon Blast.Formulated with antioxidant rich, cold pressed cranberry seed oil in a contemporary easy to use wide applicator, these light-weight lip balms are perfect for use year-round to help restore lips natural beauty!
“Colloidal Oatmeal is a key ingredient in topical beauty products today because it’s an excellent, natural skin moisturizer,” explained renowned NYC dermatologist, Neil Sadick, M.D. “In addition to softening benefits, Colloidal Oatmeal possesses antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that are ideal for sensitive, dry skin – especially on the lips. While the Colloidal Oatmeal and other natural ingredients restore and maintain moisture, its smoothing and softening properties help keep lips looking young and beautiful.”
“We are pleased to be adding Carmex Comfort Care™ to our current assortment of lip care products,” said Jona Mancuso, Vice President of Marketing at Carma Laboratories, Inc. “As the first natural lip balm item in our product portfolio, we certainly hope that Carmex Comfort Care™ will attract a new user to the Carmex brand.”
CARMEX COMFORT CARE™ will be available at Wal-Mart, Walgreens, CVS, Kroger, Target and other retailers nationwide with an SRP of $1.99 starting in August 2016. For more info feel free to visit their website at www.mycarmex.com.
