Metropolitan Tote Carries Pampered City Paws in High Style Sherpa introduces convenient pet tote designed for modern urban lifestyles Whippany, NJ (June 20, 2014) Sherpa introduces a new hybrid bag for traveling pets. The Sherpa Metropolitan combines the best features of a carrier and tote for the ultimate in convenience, comfort, discreetness, and fashion, built for modern living. A tote-style zippered top entry provides flexibility for pets, allowing discreetly closed bag or an open top for more casual outings. Mesh side panels provide ample airflow at all times. Two strap options include a double handle carrier-style or durable over-shoulder totestyle option. Sleek nylon material adds a fashionable sheen, while offering durability and ease of cleaning. As increasing numbers of pets accompany their humans on the go, whether across the country or to the local coffee shop, consumers are seeking flexible, multi-function accessories to fit their modern lifestyles, said Cristen Underwood, Marketing Director at Quaker Pet Group s Sherpa. We designed the Metropolitan Tote to meet these growing needs. The Sherpa Metropolitan Tote is available in navy or black with matte gold trim in one size. Company Name: Sherpa Product Name: Metropolitan Tote Suggested Retail Price: $49.99 Product Sizes or Dimensions: One size Headquartered in New York City and Denver, the Quaker Pet Group is actively seeking strategic opportunities to grow through key retail partnerships, innovative product development, and acquisitions. Quaker Pet Group is committed to providing pet products that will enrich the lives of pets and their pet-parents worldwide. Registered brands include: GoDog, SuperCat, Hear Doggy!, Silver Tails, Vet Tech, Sherpa s Pet Trading, Fox & Hounds, and Cloak & Dawggie.
Sherpa Improves Safety for Pets Traveling in Vehicles Safety-tested Sherpa Safety Suite adds six security points for car travel Whippany, NJ (June 20, 2014) After testing and studying the physics of vehicle accidents, Sherpa is excited to launch an improved safety system for pets traveling in vehicles. Using safety guidelines developed for infant car seats, the new Sherpa Safety Suite attaches to a vehicle's standard in-seat latch to keep pets and carriers securely in place while traveling inside the car. Clipped in place, the Safety Suite offers five additional points of security through a system of adjustable straps that help ensure the stability of all sides of the carrier. Sturdy nylon straps secure the entire carrier over the top, while a generously sized solid forward lip prevents tipping forward. In addition to a non-skid base, the Safety Suite also features two side straps to help steady lateral movement. With an increasing number of pet parents taking their furry travel companions on the open road, vehicle safety has become an important topic, said Cristen Underwood, Marketing Director at Quaker Pet Group s Sherpa. Our Safety Suite gives pet parents peace of mind that their beloved pets are as safe as possible, whether traveling to the vet or across the country. The pet safety system is compatible with any brand of soft-sided pet carrier, and has undergone safety testing. Company Name: Sherpa Product Name: Safety Suite / www.sherpapet.com Product Sizes or Dimensions: One size Headquartered in New York City and Denver, the Quaker Pet Group is actively seeking strategic opportunities to grow through key retail partnerships, innovative product development, and acquisitions. Quaker Pet Group is committed to providing pet products that will enrich the lives of pets and their pet-parents worldwide. Registered brands include: GoDog, SuperCat, Hear Doggy!, Silver Tails, Vet Tech, Sherpa s Pet Trading, Fox & Hounds, and New York Dog.
Tooth-Proof Bedzzz Offers Longer Lasting Snuggle for Playful Pups Quaker Pet Group uses Chew Guard Technology in new durable dog beds Whippany, NJ (June 20, 2014) Expanding the scope of its tooth resistant Chew Guard Technology beyond chew toys, Quaker Pet Group is using this durable manufacturing process in a new line of dog beds. Featuring its signature durable mesh lining and double stitched seems, godog Bedzzz are designed for naughty nibblers with a taste for cozy plush. Offering a unique option for pet parents who frequently replace destroyed bedding, Bedzz are available in 6 sizes to fit any dog breed. We devoted many resources toward perfecting our Chew Guard Technology to address the widespread frustration among dog parents who must frequently replace destroyed toys, explained Cristen Underwood, Marketing Director at Quaker Pet Group. Because dog beds are an even pricier item to replace, it was the perfect application for the same proprietary manufacturing process. Bedzzz feature a 30-day guarantee if the bed does not last longer than a standard dog bed. Featuring soft material with tough backing, the beds are designed for use in crates, carriers, or as stand-alone sleeping mats. Its Chew Guard mesh lining creates a sturdy barrier, while a soft faux lambskin cover with plush bolster adds snuggle-worthy comfort. The entire bed is machine washable for ultimate convenience. Bedzzz are available in 6 sizes (XS-XL), 2 styles (Double Plush Bolster and Shag Bolster), and a total of 4 neutral colors to match any home decor. Shag Bolster style offers: Bolster Tan and Bolster Cocoa, while Bubble Plush Style offers Bubble Grey and Bubble Beige. Company Name: Quaker Pet Group Product Name: Bedzzz Suggested Retail Price: $19.99 to $84.99 Product Sizes or Dimensions: Sized XS-XXL Headquartered in New York City and Denver, the Quaker Pet Group is actively seeking strategic opportunities to grow through key retail partnerships, innovative product development, and acquisitions. Quaker Pet Group is committed to providing pet products that
will enrich the lives of pets and their pet-parents worldwide. Registered brands include: GoDog, SuperCat, Hear Doggy!, Silver Tails, Vet Tech, Sherpa s Pet Trading, Fox & Hounds, and Cloak & Dawggie.
godog Puts More Tail Wagging Fun into Tug-O-War Crazy Tugz Sasquatches and Monkeys feature long-lasting, stretchable limbs Whippany, NJ- Leading the industry in durable plush dog toys, Quaker Pet Group s godog brand is tapping into more playful ways to entertain pups. A new line of Crazy Tugs features a family of colorful, durable plush characters, whose arms and legs can be pulled in every direction. Crazy Tugz Monkeys- Available in Small Green, Small Brown, Large Pink, Large Black, these zany primates will bring out the playful puppy in every canine. Soft, velvety plush material, featuring textured dots adds fun to plump, chewy, stretchable limbs. SRP: $9.99-$14.99 Crazy Tugz Sasquatches- Available in Small Blue, Large Blue, Small Purple, Large Purple, Small Brown, Large Brown, Small Black, and Large Black, these hilarious female and male big foots feature plush, furry heads and bellies, with quirky details such as lipstick and eyelashes. Long arms and legs extend for extra tug-able fun. SRP: $9.99-$14.99 Each Crazy Tug toy comes with Quaker Pet Group's proprietary Chew Guard Technology, manufactured with a durable mesh lining and double stitched seams built for tough play. Company Name: Quaker Pet Group/goDog Product Name: Crazy Tugz Launch Date: Q3 2013 / Available June 2014 Suggested Retail Price: Small=$9.99; Large=$14.99 Headquartered in New York City and Denver, the Quaker Pet Group is actively seeking strategic opportunities to grow through key retail partnerships, innovative product development, and acquisitions. Quaker Pet Group is committed to providing pet products that will enrich the lives of pets and their pet-parents worldwide. Registered brands include: GoDog, SuperCat, Hear Doggy!, Silver Tails, Vet Tech, Sherpa s Pet Trading, Fox & Hounds, and New York Dog.
Hear Doggy Goes Wild with More Animal Characters Hear Doggy ultrasonic dog toys expands line with fun new designs Whippany, NJ (June 20, 2014) Quaker Pet Group s wildly successful line of Hear Doggy ultrasonic dog toys is keeping the peace in households across the country. Using an innovative squeaker technology, Hear Doggy squeakers are tuned to a pitch outside the human hearing range, leaving all the noisy fun to furry pet companions. Hear Doggy s new colorful line of characters adds a Giraffe (flat), Elephant (flat), Cow (flat), Gator (flat), and Walrus (plush) to its growing collection of quiet, durable toys. Each toy comes with Quaker Pet Group's proprietary Chew Guard Technology, manufactured with a durable mesh lining and double stitched seams built for tough play. Hear Doggy is an amazing innovation that appeals to every pet parent growing tired of squeaky toys, said Cristen Underwood, Marketing Director of Quaker Pet Group s Hear Doggy brand. With the addition of Chew Guard Technology, as well as plush and flat stuffing-free options, Hear Doggy is poised to draw even more consumers to its all-purpose fun. Hear Doggy Giraffe, Elephant, Cow, Gator, and Walrus are available in one size. Company Name: Hear Doggy Product Name: Giraffe, Elephant, Cow, Gator, and Walrus / www.hear-doggy.com Suggested Retail Price: $12.99 Headquartered in New York City and Denver, the Quaker Pet Group is actively seeking strategic opportunities to grow through key retail partnerships, innovative product development, and acquisitions. Quaker Pet Group is committed to providing pet products that will enrich the lives of pets and their petparents worldwide. Registered brands include: GoDog, SuperCat, Hear Doggy!, Silver Tails, Vet Tech, Sherpa s Pet Trading, Fox & Hounds, New York Dog, and Cloak & Dawggie.
Humorous Holiday Characters Made for Tough Chewers godog gets festive with holiday-themed toys featuring Chew Guard Technology Whippany, NJ (June 20, 2014) godog, the leader in durable plush dog toys puts a fun twist on holiday stocking stuffers for Fido. New festive plush characters includes a bitten Gingerbread Man, frightened by the loss of a chunk of his torso; a quintessential giant Holiday Mint; a bright Blue T-Rex dressed in a snow coat and ear muffs, and a Snowman T-Rex donning a scarf and top hat. Each toy comes with a squeaker as well as Quaker Pet Group's proprietary Chew Guard Technology, manufactured with a durable mesh lining and double stitched seams built for tough play. Company Name: godog Product Name: Holiday Collection Launch Date: Q3 2013 / Available June 2014 Suggested Retail Price: $9.99 for Small and $14.99 for Large Headquartered in New York City and Denver, the Quaker Pet Group is actively seeking strategic opportunities to grow through key retail partnerships, innovative product development, and acquisitions. Quaker Pet Group is committed to providing pet products that will enrich the lives of pets and their pet-parents worldwide. Registered brands include: GoDog, SuperCat, Hear Doggy!, Silver Tails, Vet Tech, Sherpa s Pet Trading, Fox & Hounds, and Cloak & Dawggie.
Ugly Holiday Sweater Parties Go to the Dogs New York Dog introduces obnoxious sweaters for quirky holiday canine fun Whippany, NJ (June 20, 2014) Available just in time for the holidays, New York Dog is rebuilding its brand by kicking off a new line of "ugly" holiday sweaters for dogs. The Ugly Sweater Collection features humorous and classic knit designs fit to be the hit of any ugly sweater party this season. Quirky designs include a dog peeing on an annoyed snowman and a tastelessly bedazzled reindeer, among other colorful and overly decorated festive prints. Pet parents love to include pets in our own humor, bringing them even closer into the family unit, said Cristen Underwood, Marketing Director of Quaker Pet Group s New York Dog brand. These designs are funny enough to catch the attention of any casual shopper. Sweaters are available in XS, S, M, L, and XL to fit most breeds. Company Name: New York Dog Product Name: Ugly Sweater Collection Suggested Retail Price: $14.99 Headquartered in New York City and Denver, the Quaker Pet Group is actively seeking strategic opportunities to grow through key retail partnerships, innovative product development, and acquisitions. Quaker Pet Group is committed to providing pet products that will enrich the lives of pets and their pet-parents worldwide. Registered brands include: GoDog, SuperCat, Hear Doggy!, Silver Tails, Vet Tech, Sherpa s Pet Trading, Fox & Hounds, and New York Dog.
Lightweight, Customizable Cat Condo Offers Felines More Ways to Play Quaker Pet Group Expands Cat Toy Line with SuperCat Kitty Condo Whippany, NJ (June 20, 2014) - SuperCat, which revolutionized the cat toy industry with its long-lasting encapsulated catnip technology, introduces a new way for cats to play. The SuperCat Cat Condo is a customizable system that allows pet parents to create their own kitty condos. "Huts" and "tubes" fit together to create play areas of any shape and size. Its lightweight construction is easy to move, and shape to fit any sized space. We wanted to create a new offering in the cat condo category, using lightweight but durable construction with a very affordable price tag, said Cristen Underwood, Marketing Director for Quaker Pet Group. It is also designed to interact with our complete line of SuperCat products, giving pet parents even more ways to be creative with their cats playtime. SuperCat Kitty Condo s durable cardboard construction easily holds SuperCat Catnip stickers or scent from the line s markers and sprays. Lasting up to 6 weeks, SuperCat s encapsulated catnip technology releases fresh catnip scent each time the product is rubbed, buffed, or scratched. SuperCat Kitty Condo is available in a soft blue color in one size, packaged conveniently in a flat, compact stack of lightweight, durable pieces designed for extremely user-friendly assembly. Company Name: Quaker Pet Group Product Name: SuperCat Kitty Condo Launch Date: Q3 2013 / Available Sept 2014 / www.supercatproducts.com Suggested Retail Price: $16.99 Headquartered in New York City and Denver, the Quaker Pet Group is actively seeking strategic opportunities to grow through key retail partnerships, innovative product development, and acquisitions. Quaker Pet Group is committed to providing pet products that will enrich the lives of pets and their pet-parents worldwide. Registered brands include: GoDog, SuperCat, Hear Doggy!, Silver Tails, Vet Tech, Sherpa s Pet Trading, Fox & Hounds, and New York Dog.