Petmate Celebrates National Pet Month with Tips and Tools for Happy Pet Families

Petmate is passionate about providing fun trusted quality products to enhance the lives of pets and their families. To celebrate National Pet Month this May, Petmate offers tips and tools to help pet families enjoy all the benefits and responsibilities of sharing their lives with their pets.

Studies show that pets provide social support and companionship to humans of all ages.  The human-animal bond can lead to lower blood pressure, increased movement and exercise and even build family happiness at home.

"With over 50 years of experience developing fun, quality pet products, we have accumulated a wealth of knowledge," says Chris Wilson, executive vice president of marketing and new product development for Petmate.  "We are proud to share these important tips with the pet community and to celebrate the everyday joy that pets bring to our lives."

As the weather gets warmer, Petmate can help pet families prepare for the seasonal transition with outdoor tips and products to support the bonds built between pets and their parents. 

Pre-exercise/training is a must after such a long winter

• You don't want to exercise your dog too hard right off the bat. It is important to ease into their training especially coming from a long winter inside where they have not been as active.
• Petmate delivers action-packed outdoor fun with the new Chuckit! Ultra Sling, the highly portable and versatile fetch device that can shoot long or short distances. The elastic band allows for adjustable range for smaller yards or open parks and its compact size is easy to store and carry. Its universal sizing works for any size dog. Five different fetch toys can be used with the Ultra Sling and it includes the Ultra Dart Spin!
• Transitioning from indoors to out, Petmate's new JW Cuz Collection allows for fun, interactive play with your dog to help train them and get them in better shape for summer. The iconic rubber "ball with feet" now comes in three new, fun characters – Hip, Muscle and Spiky Cuz - and features the classic JW squeaker to promote play.

As the temperature rises, focus exercise in the morning or evening

• It is generally cooler in the mornings and evenings so it is best to exercise and train your dog during those times. Try to avoid peak day when it can be hottest and allow your dog to walk through the grass or a cool surface.
• Petmate's Max Glow™ in the dark collars and leashes are just the option for safe, evening walks when the temperatures and asphalt are a bit cooler. These self-activating collars and leashes absorb sunlight throughout the day and automatically glow at night.

Always have water handy

• Dogs can easily get dehydrated in the warmer climate and especially after exercise. If your dog is panting excessively, stop and let them cool down. Always have water on hand to make sure they can rehydrate. Petmate's Travel Bowl Duo, the dishwasher safe, silicone collapsible bowls, are great options for on the go water and feeding anytime, anyplace.