Petmate® Unveils More Than 100 New Products At Global Pet Expo 2015

Pet Toys - Kennels - Fashion Items - and More

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Mar 03, 2015, 12:00 ET

ORLANDO, Fla., March 3, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Petmate, the worldwide leader of solutions and excellence in the pet industry providing trusted, quality products to enhance the lives of pets and their families, showcases more than 100 new products, including pet toys, collars and leads, kennels and carriers, bedding and more at Global Pet Expo 2015 in Orlando, Fla.

"At Petmate, we continue to push the envelope by creating innovative and original products that meet the needs of pet parents and their pets," said Chris Wilson, executive vice president of marketing and product development for Petmate. "This year, we are confident our new products will once again demonstrate our ability to provide solutions and create the excitement we are best known for in the marketplace."

Dog Toys

Petmate expands its popular Chuckit!^® toy line, offering a new way to play outdoors. The new Chuckit!^® Ultra Sling line includes five different fetch toys that can be used with the Ultra Sling to keep dogs engaged and entertained at greater distances. Air, Sea and Land – Chuckit!® has it covered, providing products that nurture the natural bond between people and their dogs through play. The new fetch toys include:

The Chuckit!^® Ultra Sling is a portable and versatile fetch device that can shoot long or short distances. The elastic ban allows for adjustable range for smaller yards or open parks and its compact size allows for easy storage.
The Chuckit!^® Ultra Dart-Spin has helical offset fins, encouraging a spinning and erratic flight that is great for mid-range distances. The lightweight durability and mold creates a cushioning surface that allows a better grip for a dog's mouth. Available in four colors.
Made with a straight vane profile, the Chuckit!^® Ultra Dart Speed promotes fast flight that is great for mid to long range play.
Made from all rubber construction the Chuckit!^® Ultra Dart-Rugged is designed to withstand rough play. With its high-visibility orange color, it is easy to spot against the sky and grass and is great for short to mid-range play.
The Chuckit!^® Ultra Dart Float has a lightweight all-rubber construction designed to float. The high-visibility, orange-color makes tracking and spotting easier against the sky and grass.
The Chuckit!^® Ultra Wing has an entirely new format for aerial fetch; it dives, banks and glides. This toy is designed to be the ultimate aerial device for, fetch-play.

In addition, Petmate expands its well-known JW® toy line, introducing new dog toys that are designed with intelligent ideas and patented manufacturing. The JW® products are known for their durability and the line provides multifunctional toys that meet the varied needs of pets and pet parents.

Made with durable rubber, the JW® Cuz® Toys are balls with feet that bounce erratically. The unique toys have built in tough squeakers and are available in three new cool designs, Hip Cuz, Tough Cuz and Spiky Cuz as well as blue, green, orange and red.
Perfect for fetch, toss and tug, chewing and teething, the JW® Hol-ee™ Bone is a Bone-Shaped Hol-ee Roller® Treat Toy that holds small treats stashed inside for hours of entertainment. Available in three assorted colors, the JW® Hol-ee Bone is a new twist on Petmate's number one selling toy and the ultimate training toy for dogs.

Kennels & Carriers

Petmate has redesigned its kennels and carriers to stay on current trend, fitting well into a home style or decor, while still providing a "safe haven" in the home for pets.

Back by popular demand, and with new features, the Petmate Translucent Vari Kennel® is perfect for housebreaking, kennel training and travel. This kennel is easy to assemble and is made with durable construction. The translucent hood adds a fun refresh to the classic plastic Vari Kennels and comes in two sizes and three different colors to match any home-style: pink, blue and clear. With rear and side ventilation, the Petmate Translucent Vari Kennel is a comfortable, safe and secure solution for pets and pet parents.

Fashion Trends

New Glow in the Dark collars and leashes provide elevated safety and nighttime visibility. These colorful collars and leashes truly glow in the dark and feature high-visibility patterns that can be seen from distances up to six feet. To activate the GID technology, simply expose the collar/leash to a bright light for 5-10 minutes to charge, no batteries needed. With two new collections, rubber and core, collar and leash patterns can be mixed and matched for extended outside visibility in the most fashionable way.

The Walkabout® Glow Leash is an ergonomic designed retractable leash that features glow in the dark mold. The leash can span a distance up to 16 feet with a patented trigger break and release mechanism with a Japanese spring that allows for smooth retraction.
The Petmate® Glow in the Dark Rubber Collars have a glow in the dark rubber technology with webbed backing to ensure both comfort ability and durability. The collars are both water resistant and easy to clean. The Glow in the Dark Rubber Collars are available in three new patterns.
With universal sizing, the Petmate® Glow in the Dark Leashes glow in the dark with full webbed backing. Both comfortable and durable, this glow in the dark leash is also water resistant and easy to clean. The leashes are available in solid colors: yellow, green, pink and blue.

About Petmate
Founded in 1963, and headquartered in Arlington, Texas, Petmate is passionate about providing fun, trusted quality products worldwide to enhance the lives of pets and their families. The company's vision, to create solutions and excellence in the pet industry, encapsulates its commitment to deliver award-winning, innovative ideas daily to each of its product categories including bedding, kennels, dog houses, feeding and watering products, litter maintenance products, toys, collars, leads and travel. Petmate's portfolio of pet, family-favorite brands include Chuckit!, JW, Aspen Pet, Dogzilla and Jackson Galaxy. For more information, visit www.petmate.com.

About Global Pet Expo
Global Pet Expo, the pet industry's largest annual trade show, is presented by the American Pet Products Association (APPA) and Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA). The 2014 show featured 985 exhibitors, 2,896 booths and more than 3,000 new product launches. Additionally, 5,597 pet product buyers from around the world attended. Global Pet Expo is open to independent retailers, distributors, mass-market buyers, and other qualified professionals. The 2015 Show will take place March 4-6, 2015 in Orlando, FL at the Orange County Convention Center. For more information, visit www.globalpetexpo.org.

SOURCE Petmate