Americans spent just over $60 billion on their pets last year, a record fueled by a big jump in what owners shelled out for services like grooming, boarding and training.
"Pet tech" entrepreneurs and investors see a big opportunity as pet ownership grows and owners show a willingness to spend serious money on their four-legged companions.
There's a condo complex in East Orange that is having a problem with residents not scooping up after their dogs. Now as a former dog owner, I understand it's awkward to make that walk back home holding the "bag of shame," but if you're a decent human being you do it. If you're a selfish jerk you leave it on someone else's lawn and make it someone else's problem.