Meet Doc’s Crosswinds Brody at San-De Beach in Acadia. Or as his humans simply call him, Brody. He’s an award-winning Weimaraner. In three years of showing, he’s won such titles as Best of Breed, Best of Opposite Sex, Best of Winners, and Best of his Age Group. He’s also a total couch potato. But he knows how to turn it on when it’s time to shine. And, that means more than just looking good.

Take a hike! No, we’re not trying to be rude. We mean it literally. In honor of National Take a Hike Day (Nov. 17), we're shining a spotlight on the benefits (both physical and mental) of hiking with your dog.

Thinking about bringing a new dog or cat into your home, but you’ve already got a dog? To ensure the successful integration of a new pet takes planning. And a willingness to accept it might not be possible. Not all dogs and cats will be happy living with another animal.

Does your dog leave a mess in the house if he’s been alone too long? Have you ever come home to find she’s tried to dig her way out of the backyard? Rather than being signs your pup is a “bad dog,” your pooch may be suffering from separation anxiety.

There’s just something about being out in nature with our dogs that feels primal and real. Whether we’re going for a quiet afternoon walk through leafy woods or hunting for game riverside in the early morning. The bond between humans and dogs began in the wide-open world and we often feel it strongest when it’s just us and nature.

We put collars on our dogs to keep them safe. Collars hold valuable contact information should our dogs go astray, giving anyone who finds them an easy way to reach us. But collars can be dangerous. Every year, some 26,000 dogs are injured or killed in a collar-related accident.

We're proud of all the hard work that goes into creating our Circle T products, so we're pulling the curtain back to give you a peek at what goes into making this popular lineup of refined accessories.

While many people realize the emotional and physical health benefits that having a pet can do for us - improved mood, decrease in blood pressure and cholesterol, among others - many of us don’t stop to think about making sure that our pets are just as much in need of those benefits for their own health and wellbeing. A healthier, happier pet allows for longevity of life, which presents us with the added benefit of them sticking around longer.

Behind every thriving company is a team of hardworking and dedicated employees without whom success wouldn't be possible. At Coastal Pet Products, we couldn't make the best U.S.-made pet products or provide top-notch customer service without our ace team of manufacturing and office employees.

Late afternoon visits to the dog park, evening games of fetch in the front yard, nighttime jogs. Having outdoor fun with your dog isn't limited to daylight hours. But staying safe once the sun goes down requires a little preparation, like outfitting your dog with highly-visible accessories.

Giving dogs and cats toys to play with isn't only about making them happy. Toys, and playing in general, provide our pets with a way to meet some of their most elementary needs, from the need to be physically active to staying mentally stimulated.

Since 1968 Coastal Pet Products has been dedicated to creating quality products that people trust for the pets they love. Based in Alliance, Ohio, we maintain a nearly 400,000 square foot manufacturing facility where we produce the collars, leashes and harnesses our customers have trusted for more than half a century.

Cat leash training is not an urban myth. The photos and videos of kitties in harnesses, adventurously exploring the outside world are not trick shots. And the cats? They're not professionally trained commercial and movie "actors."

Keeping your pooch safe during a walk outside can be as easy as choosing the right dog harness size. Get it wrong and it's too easy for your dog to slip out and dart into traffic. But with so many types of dog harnesses how do you know which one to get or which dog harness size is right for your pup?

In a typical year, Leader Dogs for the Blind breeds about 500 puppies and matches about 200 dogs with people who are blind or visually impaired. And for each one of those puppies, it requires about $48,000 to take it from birth through training over the course of 18 months before it can be matched with someone.

Dogs are not color blind, but they do see fewer colors than humans. The brightest colors in a dog's world are blue and yellow, making these the best choice when it comes to choosing a toy for your pup. And it's why our range of Rascals and Pro Fit fetch toys come primarily in blue and yellow.

Spring is fully sprung and you and your dog are eager to get out and enjoy the warm weather and longer days. But what to do?

Unless you've got a hairless dog, you can expect shedding to be a part of life. Most dogs shed year-round, even single-coated, shorthaired breeds like Dobermans and Weimaraners. But it's the wooly- and long-haired dogs that you've got to watch out for.

What do aging golden retrievers and shelter cats with gunky eyes have in common? They're both targets of the more than 145 research projects funded by the Morris Animal Foundation in 2020. At Coastal Pet, we understand how important the health of our furry friends is. We're pet owners too, and we want as long as possible with our beloved dogs and cats.

When it comes to dog training, there is no one size fits all. Every dog is different. What works with one, might not work with another.

Taking your dog on walks is a great way for both of you to get your daily dose of exercise. Not only your dog gets a potty break, but he also gets mental stimulation and awareness for the neighborhood. Plus, there’s no better stress relief than watching your pet’s eager interest and wagging tail.

Addict. Inmate B47743. Judy Richardson. I would like to tell you how dogs changed not only my name, but also changed my life.

2020 has been a challenging year for all of us, but we can’t let that stop us from living our best lives in 2021! You might have already started a new chapter with many resolutions to fulfill, right? Losing weight, quitting smoking, going to the gym, finding a new job, reading more, or saving more money. All those are incredible ideas to be a better version of yourself and they will surely improve your life. But have you ever wondered, where does your beloved pet fit in all this?

Helping make this world a better place is something that moves us at Coastal Pet. 2020 has been a challenging but enriching year, which has taught us that together we can do great things for the community! Spreading goodwill allows us to leave a lasting mark we hope will be felt for generations to come. As a company, we believe it is our duty to be socially responsible.