Internet and World Wide - August 10, 2004 - A.Palumbo Consultants will be revamping the Digital Stacks Library website at: Digital Stacks. The Digital Stacks Library is used by students studying animal learning and behavior, those interested in researching information related to companion animal counseling and dog training, and, the enthusiast wanting to learn more about their own pets. The library was built using mysql, php, javascript for the subscribers and content databases. The companion animal related content categories are animal learning, behavior, psychology, shelter management, fundraising to name a few.

According to the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association (APPMA), the pet industry statistics indicate that spending is significantly increasing. Pet spending has doubled from $17 billion in 1994 to a projected $34.3 billion for 2004 (www.appma.org). The year 2003 was more successful than projected with total sales at $32.4 billion. The spending on pets in the United States for 2004 is projected to be higher with $14.3 billion for food, $7.9 billion for supplies and over the counter medications, $8.3 billion for veterinarian care, $1.6 billion for live animal purchases, and $2.2 billion for other services.

"We believe the Digital Stacks Library will be an increasing resource for those wanting to learn more or supplement their education in the companion animal field. Learning about animal behavior will be helpful to owners who are not benefiting from basic training alone and need to find out what is causing the problem and how to solve it. Behavioral problems are the biggest reason dogs in the United States shelters are euthanized. Consultations offer a solution to frustrated owners. We built the Digital Stacks Library to help those interested find information they need whether it be for studies, work or play." says Anne Palumbo.

AP Consultants is dedicated to providing quality content for those working in applied animal sciences, owners of companion pets or associated with companion animals in other ways.

For information on how you can "Whip the Web" visit our website at: A.Palumbo Consultants
or call Anne Palumbo at: (410) 642.3481
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*** Anne Palumbo is a consultant for business web designs. She is noted for her articles on marketing, design, and developer tricks and tips.
** As a web author, she designs original graphics, site layout configurations, provides database and script integration, and writes company content.
* You can find some of her work in her: Portfolio