Traditional pet food manufacturing processes are no longer acceptable to a new breed of pet parents who are projecting human values around health and wellbeing on to their animals. The Honest Kitchen is catering to this expectation with food that’s good enough for people to eat.

Many pet owners see their furry friends as members of the family, splashing out on them accordingly. But when heading abroad, it can be difficult to leave one’s pooch languishing in a kennel. Pawshake offers another option, providing a platform through which owners can connect with pet sitters.

As the dogs and cats of Instagram gain sizeable followings, brands are clamoring to tap these furry influencers’ audiences. Recognizing that most pet owners are unsure about contracts and legal requirements, The Dog Agency is helping to manage the fine print.

Uber is testing a subscription package that aggregates its major services into a single pass. The all-in-one bundle aims to offer convenience as well as to establish brand loyalty, since the feeling of sunk costs means buyers tend to stick with subscription services.