When Tobi and Simone Skovron first came up with the concept for The Pet Loo, it was an idea born from pure - a solution to a very common problem that pet owners all around the world were facing.

As cities grow larger and housing becomes more expensive, not everyone has the luxury of a backyard. And it is for this reason that The Pet Loo wasn’t just a solution that suited Tobi and Simone, but a solution for all pet owners across the globe.

One year ago we joined forces with Oak Thrift Corporation so that The Pet Loo could be purchased in the UK – a country with one of the highest numbers of per ownership.

There are 27 million pets in the UK and 43% of households contain at least one furry, feathery or scaly family friend, making pets well and truly part of the UK’s landscape.

* 39% of London’s pet owners purchase their pet for companionship, despite living in the UK’s highest populated city.

* 39% of London pet owners feel the need for companionship despite having over 7.5 million neighbours across the city

* Over a quarter (27%) of the UK’s pets were bought or acquired from an animal welfare or rescue centre compared to 20% from a pet shop[1]

The Pet Loo isn’t just for people living with pets in apartments either. Dogs, and owners, who have backyards, may not be so keen on venturing outside in the cold winter months, when they could both stay cozy and warm with a Pet Loo inside the house. Boat owners can stay out longer on the water with Fido having easy access to his own Loo. And elderly pet owners moving to retirement villages are able to keep their pets with them, no longer having to surrender them to the pound.

With an estimated 100,000 pets abandoned every year in the UK, The Pet Loo is the perfect solution to a large majority of abandonment causes.

Pets are a wonderful companion and give us years of joy. Why not ensure their longevity in your family, and make pet toileting much easier for you both, by picking up a Pet Loo today?

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Pup-Pee Solutions are committed to developing innovative pet waste management products and the introduction of their latest development; the Pee-Pod is a true example of that.

Click here to see it in action

Pee-Pods have been developed to kill harmful airborne bacteria contained in pet waste. The innovative Pee-Pod is a biodegradable container that fits neatly inside the catchment jug of your Pet Loo, on contact the Wee Sponge (powder) acts like a magnet rapidly absorbing the liquid waste turning it into a solidified gel.

The result significantly reduces bacteria and airborne odours, further increasing the performance of your Pets Loo. A TRUE REVOLUTION!!!!!

Pee-Pods have been scientifically formulated using patented technology to blend nature and science – creating a product that uses natural materials to give supernatural results.

With the Wee Sponge in the Pee-Pod, The Pet Loo’s catchment jug is able to hold at least 100 times its weight in liquid and binds odours in a way like no other.

The Pee-Pod and the Wee Sponge are completely safe to humans and pets, and have been engineered using biodegradable materials, further reducing the carbon footprint of pet waste.

With a lifespan of up to 3 days per Pee-Pod, once full simply replace with a fresh one!

One Size fits all sized Pet Loo*

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Cynthia Frank is one of a growing number of pet owners using social networking sites to show off their animals and connect with other pet lovers.

Since she and her husband separated, Frank can't be with her dog, Scout, every day, but she can share news about her and get updates on Dogbook, a third-party application of Facebook. 

"It left a big hole in my life when she went to live with my husband … then we got connected on Dogbook," said Frank, 58, of Silver Spring, Md., who also maintains a profile of her cat, Cinnamon, at Catbook. "The fun part is that I can send little messages to Scout," which are read by friends.

Frank can give the pup virtual hugs and ear-scratches. She's also been able to hook up with old friends and their pets through the applications, including a woman she went to high school with and her cat. "It makes me feel like I'm more connected," Frank said.

At Dogbook, canine owners can create Facebook profiles for their animals, find dog parks and products, and tag their dogs in photos. Major advertisers on the app include Purina, Toyota and Coke.

Geoffrey B. Roche, cofounder of Poolhouse Industries, which produces Dogbook and other pet pages, said the idea came to him a few years ago at the dinner table, and it took off quickly. Now, there are about 2 million users on Dogbook and about 1 million on Catbook, he said.

The sites work, he thinks, because people see their pets as more than just animals.

"The dog goes way beyond what was just a dog. It becomes a family member," he said.

"This is a great way to keep track of pets' lives." Users "are as excited to show you pictures of their dog as much as their kid, if not more," he said.

Dogbook's recently launched iPhone application passed 80,000 downloads after just two weeks.

Brandee Barker, a Facebook spokeswoman, said Dogbook has nearly 800,000 active monthly users, followed by about 175,000 on Catbook, 31,000 on Horsebook, 3,900 on Rodentbook and nearly 1,900 on Fishbook.

"From the beginning, our goal has been to provide a platform for people to connect and share about anything that might interest them, and clearly people are very passionate about their pets," Barker said. "So, I think it's a natural extension."

Facebook doesn't allow pet profiles on its main site, where it tries to foster "the real-name culture" and keep up security, Barker said.

Other social networking sites, including Twitter and MySpace, also allow people to post updates and create profiles for pets. One popular cat page at Twitter goes by the handle "Sockington" and boasts more than 1.5 million followers who receive Sockington's (or Sockington's owner's) random thoughts. At MySpace, there are thousands of pet pages and nearly 200 pet-related applications listed in its applications gallery.

Pet-related businesses are using social networking sites to reach and educate customers. For example, Petco has more than 15,000 fans on Facebook, and joins conversations on Twitter in which customers ask each other and the company questions and share advice on products.

Natalie Malaszenko, director of e-commerce for Petco, said establishing a relationship with customers is good for business. "It helps us to have an insight and a seat at the table in the life cycle of their pets," she said. [1]

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The Call of the Red Carpet

Pet Loo at the Golden Globes 

Buddha Bark is the premiere wellness, pampering and gifting lounge for celebrities, media, tastemakers and their dogs to primp and prepare for the Golden Globe Awards held this year on January 15th and 16th.  

The Buddha Bark event series is the first to bring together top experts and brands from both the health and fitness world and the canine wellness community to honor wellness and the spirit of compassion. The zen garden oasis environment was fun and relaxing while supporting an important cause - to stop puppy mills and encourage animal rescue.

The Los Angeles Times reports; “The fashion community in Los Angeles has tripled, maybe even quadrupled, now that the Golden Globes are upon us. The world's finest jewel-encrusted clutches and cuff links, slinky gowns and tuxedo shirts are being messengered around the city for celebrities to consider.

And G-D forbid the purse dogs be left out. At Buddha Bark, a lounge being held in the garden setting of hairstylist Chaz Dean's studio, celebs and their furry friends will be treated to a doggie fashion show, pet psychics and canine massages.”[1] 

But, Buddha Bark is not just about fashion, glitz and glam. They are about extending the circle of compassion by educating and promoting a lifestyle of harmony and wellness between humans and their canine companions.[2]

The Pet Loo was featured throughout the lounge for gifting, sampling, and photo opportunities.

Click Here to See our Photos:

• Jason Biggs and his wife with Sim & Tobi from Pet Loo
• Hal Sparks with Sim & Tobi
• Phoebe Price and Henry
• Uncle Phill (James Avery) with Amber Kane
• Jason White - From Avatar
• Eric Roberts was super impressed
• Camille Gauty from Las Vegas and Prison Break
• David Fisher from NCIS
• Hofit Golan - Israeli superstar
• Yuval David being smothered by Subii
• Sally Richards - from I am Legend (Co-Star with Will Smith)

And our very own Celebrity Sim Skovron on the Red Carpet

[1] http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/alltherage/2010/01/fashion-diary-quarterbacking-the-red-carpet.html#more

[2] http://www.buddhabark.com/content/golden-globe-celebrity-style-lounge

Launched in 2006 after 3 years of research & development by Australian entrepreneur of the year, Tobi Skovron, and former Vet nurse & animal assisted therapist Simone Skovron, Pup-Pee Solutions is an Australian business success story that has expanded worldwide. 

With offices in Melbourne Australia, Los Angeles California & New York City The Pet Loo is Pup-Pee’s flagship brand. The Pet Loo replicates a backyard and is a safe and hygienic device that allows dogs & cats to do their business in a mess free, sanitary manner. It is suitable for apartment dwellers, the elderly, office dogs, boat owners, plush garden owners, cold climates and grassless backyards.  

Pup-Pee has won multiple awards for its ever evolving Pet Waste Management range of products and has successfully sold them through tens of thousands of independent dealers, multi-chain retailers as well as national pet retail giants in numerous markets. 

Further growth is an ongoing objective for Pup-Pee and they are currently seeking multiple partners with experience to expand their current distribution channels. 

The success of Pup-Pee Solutions to date is all about innovative first class products merged with first class service. The team within the organization is highly professional, motivated and passionate about pets. Pup-Pee has built an honest and reputable name within the global pet industry servicing Vets, Doggy Day Care Centers, Breeders, Obedience Professionals & even Groomers. 

Keen to discuss business? Feel free to jump online at www.thepetloo.com to find out more about Pup-Pee Solutions – who they are and how they go about their business. 

Follow Pup-Pee on Twitter: www.twitter.com/PetLoo

Contact:

Los Angeles (Global Business): +1 310 591 8123 | Email Now

New York (US National Business): +1 646 383 8886 | Email Now

Australia (AU & NZ Business): +61 9415 8599 | Email Now

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Can you remember decades ago when Pet Stores existed only to sell us cute puppies that sat in the front window?

Well those days are long gone, thanks to people like Jim Dougherty who founded the first national pet superstore chain in 1986. Jim helped change not only the way we shopped for our pets, but also how we cared for them.

In 2005, Jim founded Petsen$e Factory Direct Stores, which are mainly located in the niche rural markets. Petsen$e has expanded its knowledge on caring for our beloved furry friends as they offer services above and beyond the call of a humble pet store.

Grooming services, pet training and monthly veterinarian and vaccine clinics are just naming a few of these. 

Petsen$e even support local animal shelters by facilitating pet adoptions and have found homes for over five thousand pets. Although they may not have a store in every state and city across America, they are rapidly expanding as demand for their stores continue.

To help with this, Petsen$e have launched a new online store, where purchases can be up to 50% cheaper than other competitor prices. At Petsen$e online you are not forced to buy in large quantities just to save a few pennies? 

Their clientele have become dedicated fans, one customer testimonial stating; “Thank you, thank you, thank you! Your prices can't be beat, the products are top notch, ordering is a breeze, and the shipping is fast and fair. I couldn't ask for anything more!” 

And neither could The Pet Loo, who joined forces with Petsen$e in 2009.

So if you want to pick yourself up a Loo or one of their many other bargains, why not visit them at www.petsenseoutlet.com today!

We are seeking a Sales Representatives / Business Development Manager to join our team within Sydney for a career in the business and booming pet industry.

Apply Via Seek: Click Here  

Pup-Pee is looking to recruit a sales professional who must be in this field of expertise, shows enthusiasm, motivation, and professionalism, must have exceptional people skills with a background in sales.  Your exceptional management skills will be a major factor as you will be calling on key accounts such as Independent Retailers and National Chains like Pet Barn, PETstock & Pets Paradise etc. 

The candidate that is successful for this position will need to bring with them a wealth of Pet Experience and must already be in the pet industry.

This position will be based in Sydney with some greater New South Wales travel and the occasional country travel. You will be working on a weekly call cycle with established customers. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:- 

- To service a regular base of clients

- To create additional clients to the already established base

- To have a winning can-do attitude

- To represent Pup-Pee Solutions at the highest level

- Be willing to travel to see clients

- Be willing to learn more about Pup-Pee’s sector of the pet industry 

ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

-  Ability to make appointments on time

-  Ability to create own source of clients

-  Ability to generate B2B sales from cold calling

-  Ability to present to clients face to face with confidence

-  Ability to create sales opportunities

-  Ability to close the sale

-  Ability to complete weekly written reports. 

OFFER:

* Base Salary,

*  Incentive Program,

* Car / Car Allowance,

* Petrol,

* Laptop,

* Super,

* Uniform 

The position will be a trial period for the first 3 months. Pup-Pee Solutions requires across the board performance and weekly reporting to the General Manager. 

It is essential that: 

You have your own reliable transport to get to and from work. (Car allowance and fuel expenses will be covered).  

Be of a professional manner and appearance. (Company uniform will be supplied)

You will be required to travel for this position (Accommodation will be paid for). 

This is a wonderful opportunity to get in on the ground floor and establish yourself as a sales professional with Pup-Pee Solutions. If you feel you have the experience and integrity to be a part of our sales team please do not hesitate to forward on your resume. 

Forward resumes to:info@thepetloo.com 

More on Pup-Pee Solutions: Click Here  

Must be a full time resident within Australia and hold a tax file number.

It is NOT ok to contact Pup-Pee Solutions for any other reason other than applying for this position

Do NOT contact if you’re a RECRUITMENT FIRM or RECRUITMENT GROUP – Thank you. 

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P: + 61 (03) 9415.8599

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Y: www.youtube.com/petloousa

F: +61(03) 9415.8419

Protect Your Good Ideas

The board of directors they gathered included licensing and patent attorneys as well as accountants and industrial engineers.

"Go and seek legal advice right off the bat," Skovron said. "You really need to seek out people with the right areas of expertise."

Cover every angle. Skovron's company, Pup-Pee Solutions, has since added new products to its lineup and expanded its market to 73 regions around the world. Skovron patents and trademarks each product as it's developed. "We have invested heavily in our intellectual property," he said.

Fight the good fight. Skovron has legal proceedings under way against a couple of imitators.

"I will use every dollar I have and more to chase down someone who decides to rip me off," Skovron said. "It's not just me. I've got 60 other people (employees) to think of."

Pick a weapon. Patent or trademark? Is one better than the other? It depends on your objective, says Oliver Herzfeld, chief legal officer at Beanstalk Group, a brand licensing firm. "Patents protect the inventor," he said. "A trademark is basically protecting the (product) name."

In other words, patents prevent competitors from re-creating your product for 20 years. A trademark prevents them from using your product's name for as long as you're in business. "If you fail to use your trademark in commerce for a certain period of time, you lose your rights," Herzfeld said.

Keep your secrets. Bug Bam's inventor and president, Joseph Symond, chose to trademark everything about his all-natural mosquito-repellent wristband rather than patent it.

With the latter, "you have to put down every single part of the process," he said. "It becomes like an instruction book on how to create my product." He plans to keep that secret for the long run.

Watch for squatters. People don't just steal business ideas. They can ride on another firm's coattails. That's what happened to Symond.

"A competitor hacked into my Web site and put their TV commercial on my Web site," Symond said. "I'm filing my first lawsuit ever in my life."

Beat your drum. Besides legal wrangling, Symond devotes energy to teaching consumers why his repellent is safe and effective. "All the advertising I do is focused on educating the customer," he said.

While his blog may have a limited audience, it has a long reach.

"That blog gets picked up (and re-posted) by multiple sources," Symond said. "I write it more like a public service announcement with real facts and figures."

Pookinuk believes in quality for your best friend, searching the world to bring you products of the highest quality for your pet to enjoy.[1] 

At Pookinuk you will only find quality products that your pet will love. 

Pookinuk utilises the Internet to offer a home delivery service, which takes the hassle out of providing the best quality pet food for your pet. No more heavy bags, parking hassles, queues or fuel costs!   Just shop from the comfort of your home and Pookinuk will deliver to your door. 

Pookinuk offers a convenient alternative to traditional pet supply outlets. A unique combination of the internet, home delivery and quality products allows customers to receive all their pet supplies at the click of a button.

You can even buy PetPlan’s dog & cat insurance at Pookinuk.  

Pookinuk also firmly believe in giving back to the community that supports them and so have joined forces with PetRescue to help Australia's rescue pets! If you nominate PetRescue and purchase pet food from the Pookinuk website, Pookinuk will donate a percentage of the purchase to help support us in the work we do. 

Pup-Pee and Pookinuk joined forces in early 2007 and since then Pookinuk have become one of our strongest selling retailer partners.

“If you love your pet……you’ll love Pookinuk!"[2]

[1] http://www.petrescue.com.au/information_library/rescue_news/petrescue_newsletters/426

[2] http://www.pookinuk.com.au/about-pookinuk.asp