Merit Awards Reveals 2026 Tech Awards Winners

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Gold, Silver and Bronze honors conferred across 15 categories and 36 subcategories spanning AI, cybersecurity, healthtech, telecom, semiconductors and more IRVINE, CA, UNITED STATES, October 13, 2026 — Merit Awards today announced the winners of its 2026 Tech Awards, recognizing the companies, products and platforms that delivered measurable impact across the global technology landscape. This … Read more

PetPace Launches AI-Powered Monitoring for Proactive Pet Care

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PetPace Advances Proactive Pet Healthcare with AI-Powered Monitoring By combining continuous physiological monitoring with AI-driven insights and access to veterinary guidance, PetPace aims to identify potential health concerns before visible symptoms appear. As pet healthcare shifts toward early detection and preventive care, continuous health monitoring is proving to be a valuable tool for spotting meaningful … Read more

Dog Heart Rate by Age and Size: Resting and Sleep Rates

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A 6-year-old Labrador walks into a clinic with a wagging tail and the technician records a heart rate of 124 beats per minute. The owner turns worried. Two nights later the same dog is asleep on the couch and, with a hand on her ribs, the pulse measures closer to 55. Both readings can be … Read more

PetPace Debuts Smart Pet Health Monitor on Chewy

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PetPace Launches on Chewy: AI-Powered Smart Health Collar Now Available to Millions of Pet Parents Award-winning PetPace Smart Health Monitoring Collar is now sold through Chewy, expanding access to proactive, data-driven pet healthcare. PetPace, a leader in AI-driven wearable pet health technology, announced that its award-winning PetPace Smart Health Monitoring Collar is now available through … Read more

Real Dog Owners and Their Pets Review Wellness Protein Bowls

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Some people are dog people. And then there are dog people whose dogs have very strong opinions about dinner. These dogs sniff the bowl, look affronted, wander off, circle back a few minutes later—and sometimes decide that your dinner looks more appealing than theirs. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. When Wellness® Protein Bowls … Read more

Dog Allergy Foods: Hydrolyzed vs Limited vs Grain-Free

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Choosing the best dog food for allergies depends on the underlying cause of your dog’s symptoms. Hydrolyzed diets are often recommended for confirmed food allergies because the proteins are broken down into smaller pieces that are less likely to trigger an immune response. Limited-ingredient diets can help identify and avoid specific allergens, and grain-free diets … Read more

Golden Retriever Health by Age: What to Expect at Every Stage

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The playful Golden Retriever puppy that greets every stranger and the silver-muzzled 11-year-old that still wants to fetch but needs a moment to rise are the same breed at very different stages of life. Understanding the common health patterns in Golden Retrievers—what tends to appear in puppyhood, what develops through adulthood, and what becomes a … Read more

Labrador Retriever Health Issues by Age: What to Expect

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The lively Labrador puppy that will chase a tennis ball for hours and the gray-muzzled 12-year-old that takes a little longer to rise after a nap are the same dog at different stages of life. Labrador health can be viewed as three overlapping chapters: conditions that usually appear early, issues that emerge through middle age, … Read more

AAFCO Approved Pet Food: What It Really Means

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If you’ve ever stood in the pet food aisle comparing labels, you’ve likely noticed the term “AAFCO approved.” Many pet owners search for phrases like AAFCO approved, AAFCO approved pet food, AAFCO dog food, and AAFCO cat food to find foods they trust. Here’s an important clarification: AAFCO doesn’t actually approve, certify, or endorse pet … Read more

How to Add Moisture to Your Dog’s Kibble for Summer Hydration

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Summer invites outdoor fun with your dog: long neighborhood strolls, weekend hikes, backyard play, lake days, and road trips with their head out the window. Warmer weather and more activity make it harder for dogs to stay comfortable, so hydration becomes especially important. Dogs cool themselves mainly by panting, which increases their need for water. … Read more