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Local Small Business Receives National Accolade

Posted by Ryan Willis – March 2, 2010

IF LogoKnoxville, Tenn. – Recognition is not always reserved for the largest and loudest businesses.  One local business was recently recognized on a national level for their work and success in the pet safety industry.  Invisible Fence of the Tennessee Valley was one of three finalists selected for National Dealer of the Year in the Sprinter Cup division by Invisible Fence Brand at their National Dealer of the Year Awards.  This division recognizes the achievements of the dealers located in smaller markets across the country. 

In just their second year, Tim and Ann Schoenfelder, owners of Invisible Fence of the Tennessee Valley have experienced a great deal of success despite the economy and tough business climate.  Although only in their second year as owners, the Schoenfelders are no strangers to the pet industry, possessing a wealth of previous experience. 

“We take a tremendous amount of pride in ensuring the safety and happiness of pets at home,” said Tim Schoenfelder.  “We are involved first-hand in the development of customized solutions for each and every customer, ensuring their complete satisfaction.” 

While the company has focused strongly on growing and continuing to succeed, Invisible Fence of the Tennessee Valley has also become very active in the local community.  They continue to work with local animal shelters, veterinarians and the Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley on raising awareness around pet safety and reasonable solutions that are available. 

Another important community initiative the company is involved with is the donation of pet oxygen masks to local fire departments.  Just recently Invisible Fence of the Tennessee Valley donated masks to the Maryville Fire Department with the hopes of providing oxygen masks for pets to as many departments as possible in the future. 

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For more information on Invisible Fence of the Tennessee Valley, contact Tim Schoenfelder at (865) 588-2999 or tennesseevalley@invisiblefence.com. 

ABOUT INVISIBLE FENCE® BRAND
Invisible Fence® Brand is the original electronic fence pet containment system trusted for over three decades and has safely contained over 1 million pets. Headquartered in Knoxville, Tenn., Invisible Fence Brand is sold nationwide by professional dealers who offer Safe Dog® and Perfect Start™ Pet training and custom installation resulting in the best performance of the system and creating an environment of both safety and freedom for pets. For more information, visit www.invisiblefence.com. 

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Effort Launched to make Knoxville, Knox County “Pet Friendliest Community in America”

Posted by admin – July 22, 2009

Knoxville, Tenn.—A new effort is being launched to make Knoxville and Knox County the most pet friendly community in America. This impressive partnership brings together the City of Knoxville, Knox County, Young Williams Animal Center, the University of Tennessee, PetSafe, the Knoxville Area Chamber of Commerce and the Knoxville Tourism and Sports Corporation. The coalition has already set up a website, www.PetFriendliestCommunity.com, where people can get information and follow the effort.

“Ultimately being the most pet friendly community in America can offer great benefits to our citizens and it can also have a significant positive impact on local tourism,” said Knox County Mayor Mike Ragsdale.

Phoebe“We deal with pet owners all across America every day,” said Randy Boyd, President of Knoxville-based Radio Systems Corporation, makers of the PetSafe brand. “We understand pets truly are part of the family. In fact, more than 30 percent of Americans travel with their pets and seek pet friendly activities and accommodations when planning vacations.”

This Pet Friendliest effort seeks to foster a culture of pet friendliness taken to the next level throughout our community by focusing specifically on the following: major expansion of pet activities and events, pet-focused tourism, and more pet-friendly park acres and businesses. Boyd said, “We are staking our claim that we are the most pet friendly community in America. I know others will challenge our claim, but we will have to defend it. To do so, we have to ask ourselves what someone in the most pet friendly community in America would do and then do it.”

Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam said, “People love their pets and we are very supportive of this initiative that increases the number of pet friendly activities and locations in our community.”

Successful efforts of the Pet Friendly Community Committee have included the February Mardi Growl Parade hosted by the City of Knoxville and Young Williams Animal Center; the establishment of two community dog parks and planning for at least five more; and the identification of almost 3,000 pet-friendly hotel rooms in the community.

The potential impact is huge. Studies show that more than 63% of American households, more than 71-million in all, own a pet. It can make a difference for tourism.

“We’re a family oriented destination,” said KTSC President Gloria Ray. “There’s no question that making our community more pet-friendly can help us appeal to more people.”

But the effort is about more than just making sure people and their pets are welcome. It’s also about controlling the pet population. Young-Williams Animal Center recently celebrated the 10,000th spay/neuter surgery on the Spay Shuttle, but realizes the needs to do even more. In fact an additional spay/neuter facility as well as a pet adoption center is being set up on Kingston Pike in the Bearden area. Construction is underway now.

“The efforts of this committee have given us a great opportunity to showcase what is good about this community and all that it does to help animals and pets. We are thrilled to be a part of the movement,” said Tim Adams from Young Williams Animal Center.

The business community is also stepping up and beginning to embrace the idea of being pet friendly. In fact, the website will feature an index of businesses who welcome pets and such businesses will be offered stickers to identify themselves. The Mast General Store downtown is a prime example. “Helping with small breed rescue, working with the Humane Society, and fundraising for the downtown dog park, Mast General loves to help out in these areas in any and every way we can,” said General Manager Mike Johnson. “We fully support the pet friendly initiative and are proud to be a part of it.”

“A great quality of life is an important factor in attracting and keeping businesses and skilled employees,” said Rhonda Rice, Executive Vice President of the Knoxville Chamber. “Certainly, a pet-friendly community adds to the accolades and quality of life that makes Knoxville attractive.”

”Well over half of the households in the U.S. have at least one pet. They bring us comfort, entertainment, laughter, and unconditional acceptance and love in an unsure world” says Dr. John New, Professor, UT College of Veterinary Medicine. “The Pet Friendliest effort is encouraging these benefits to be expanded to public spaces and the workplace, as well as private households.”

At PetSafe, employees are welcome to bring their pets to work. “It makes for a great work environment and I would encourage others to consider it as well,” said Boyd. “Our company may be focused on pet products, but I believe a policy like this can work for virtually any business.”

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Invisible Fence Brand expands product line to accommodate smaller pets

Posted by admin – July 17, 2009

Knoxville, Tenn – Invisible Fence® Brand announces the launch of the new MicroLite™ Computer Collar® in an effort to keep more pets, no matter how small they may be, safe at home.

For more than 35 years, Invisible Fence Brand has provided pet owners trusted technology and proven training procedures.

“It’s all about peace of mind,” says Willie Wallace, IFB’s Vice President of Product Development. “And the MicroLite Computer Collar is going to give that gift to owners of dogs of any size as well as cats.”

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The MicroLite collar is 30% smaller and lighter than traditional containment collars, weighing in at only one ounce. “It breaks the mold. No more bulky, drab looking training collars,” says Wallace. The MicroLite Computer Collar will also appeal to your pet’s individual style with a variety of sleek, colorful MicroSkinz™ and collar designs perfect for even the most sophisticated pet.

Invisible Fence Brand collars, including the MicroLite, alert pets with a warning tone when he or she approaches the edge of the safe area. Invisible Fence Brand pairs the technology with pet training; the protocols that help the pet obey this signal and stay in the yard.

According to the American Kennel Club, the popularity of small dogs and cats has steadily risen over the past decade. “That’s just one of the trends we’re seeing when it comes to pet ownership,” says Wallace. “We also know that pets are truly members of the family now and their parents want to keep them safe, healthy and happy.”

Not all pets are the same, nor is the property they call home. “That’s why we offer the various collars and take great care to customize each solution to meet the specific needs of each pet and their family,” says Wallace.

Unlike traditional fencing, Invisible Fence Brand systems can also section off a pool, garden or other landscaping while maintaining the beauty and integrity of your property. An Invisible Fence boundary goes practically anywhere – through hilly rocky terrain, wooded areas or even under water – all at a fraction of the cost of traditional fencing.

The systems are not just for outside. Invisible Fence Brand In-Home® Solutions are popular for pets and the MicroLite Computer Collar is compatible with that system as well.

“Our indoor units make certain rooms or areas off limits to their pets,” says Wallace. “Many people like to make sure their pet won’t come into the dining room while entertaining…or they may have another room they want pet-free. Our systems can easily make that possible, says Wallace.”

Research and development of new, innovative, and better products remains one of Invisible Fence Brand’s key focuses and core competencies. The MicroLite Computer Collar is now available for purchase. Find a local Invisible Fence® Brand dealer, by visiting the company’s website at www.InvisibleFence.com, or by calling 1-800-578-DOGS (3647).

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About Invisible Fence

Invisible Fence® Brand is the original electronic fence containment system sold nationwide by professional dealers who offer custom installation and certified Perfect Start™ Pet Training to create an environment of safety and freedom for pets. For more information, visit www.InvisibleFence.com

Media Contact

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mcohen@ackermannpr.com

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New Invisible Fence Brand Collar Lighter Than Ever

Posted by Amelia Daniels – May 27, 2009

Knoxville, TN - Invisible Fence Brand announces the launch of the new MicroLite Computer Collar in an effort to keep more pets, no matter how small they may be, safe at home.  For more than 35 years, Invisible Fence Brand has provided pet owners trusted technology and proven training procedures.  “It’s all about peace of mind,” says Willie Wallace, IFB’s Vice President of Product Development.  “And the MicroLite Computer Collar is going to give that gift to owners of dogs of any size as well as cats.”

The MicroLite collar is 30% smaller and lighter than traditional containment collars, weighing in at only one ounce.  “It breaks the mold.  No more bulky, drab looking training collars,” says Wallace.   The MicroLite Computer Collar will also appeal to your pet’s individual style with a variety of sleek, colorful MicroSkinz and collar designs perfect for even the most sophisticated pet. 

Invisible Fence Brand collars, including the MicroLite, alert pets with a warning tone when he or she approaches the edge of the safe area. Invisible Fence Brand pairs the technology with pet training; the protocols that help the pet obey this signal and stay in the yard.

According to the American Kennel Club, the popularity of small dogs and cats has steadily risen over the past decade. “That’s just one of the trends we’re seeing when it comes to pet ownership,” says Wallace.  “We also know that pets are truly members of the family now and their parents want to keep them safe, healthy and happy.” 

Not all pets are the same, nor is the property they call home. “That’s why we offer the various collars and take great care to customize each solution to meet the specific needs of each pet and their family,” says Wallace. 

Unlike traditional fencing, Invisible Fence Brand systems can also section off a pool, garden or other landscaping while maintaining the beauty and integrity of your property. An Invisible Fence boundary goes practically anywhere – through hilly rocky terrain, wooded areas or even under water – all at a fraction of the cost of traditional fencing.

The systems are not just for outside.  Invisible Fence Brand In-Home Solutions are popular for pets and the MicroLite Computer Collar is compatible with that system as well. 

“Our indoor units make certain rooms or areas off limits to their pets,” says Wallace. “Many people like to make sure their pet won’t come into the dining room while entertaining…or they may have another room they want pet-free. Our systems can easily make that possible, says Wallace.”

Research and development of new, innovative, and better products remains one of Invisible Fence Brand’s key focuses and core competencies. The MicroLite Computer Collar is now available for purchase.  Find a local Invisible Fence Brand dealer, by visiting the company’s website at www.InvisibleFence.com, or by calling 1-800-578-DOGS (3647).

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About Invisible Fence
Invisible Fence Brand is the original electronic fence containment system sold nationwide by professional dealers who offer custom installation and certified Perfect Start Pet Training to create an environment of safety and freedom for pets. For more information, visit www.InvisibleFence.com