WHILE SOME DOT-COMS ARE BARKING UP THE WRONG TREE PetsLA.com IS A HOWLING SUCCESS Hungry SoCal Pets and Their Busy Owners Couldnt Be Happier

While many large-scale dot-coms have collapsed under the weight of their own infrastructure and placed Closed" signs on their cyber-doors, PetsLA.com, Southern Californias premier source for top quality pet food and pet supplies, is Open For Business" and growing every day.

PetsLA.com is riding a wave of success experienced by small dot-coms that have learned that less is more, and that customer service is all. PetsLA.com stands head and shoulders above its competitors, with an extensive inventory of pet products, a stress-free delivery system AND a genuine love for all things furry, finned or feathered.

In the aftermath of September 11th, pets of all varieties have become an increasing source of comfort for many people. Demands are high for premium products for beloved companion animals, creating a competitive marketplace and a boom for consumers. PetsLA.com is meeting the demand with a fully automated online shopping experience, featuring a huge selection of varied products offered at highly competitive prices. Consumers can stock up on basics like food and toys, but may also select high end" items including electric drinking fountains, self-cleaning litter boxes and specialty dog houses.

September 11th has also had an impact on the American publics desire to stay at home more. As a result, there has been a mini-boom in home-delivery of food, movies, etc. The war for home-delivery supremacy has seen several casualties, including the spectacular crash and burn" of Kozmo.com. But more recently, grocery stores, in particular, have been positioning themselves to respond to consumer needs with enhanced services.

While PetsLA.com cant take credit for bringing the home-delivery concept to the pet product industry, the company has improved on the concept by allowing consumers to choose route delivery or same day service, and even request a preferred delivery time, although they need not be home to accept delivery. Some clients choose to opt for the unique auto delivery" plan so they need never worry about forgetting Poochies kibble or Miss Fifis tinned tuna. Delivery fees are modest -- under $5, based on zip code.

PetsLA.com CARES about pets -- just ask President Bush and Ernie!

Non-disclosure agreements preclude PetsLA.com from revealing the names of their celebrity clients, but nearly two dozen stars of hit television, movies and talk radio have chosen PetsLA.com for their service and reliability. But thats just the beginning. Its no secret that Ernie, President Bushs cat, was lost in the Los Angeles area in 2001. Thanks to the help of PetsLA.com and a local pet detective, the First Cat" was found and returned to his presidential" parents safe and sound.

Looking ahead, PetsLA.com will launch a new-and-improved website in May 2002. But even with their success in the cyber-world, PetsLA.com remains grounded" and still accepts orders by more traditional methods like phone and fax.

For more information about PetsLA.com, visit online at www.PetsLA.com or call toll-free: 866-PETS LA-1.

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