Davison News

Just as we’re about ready to close the books on one of the hottest summers on record, one of the hottest new bug repellents (that Davison helped to develop packaging) has been featured in a local Pittsburgh media outlet! AWAY Bug Repellent and the company’s founder, Phil Boxwell, (along with Dan Simbeck, Davison’s VP of …

The 2012 Fall Pugz ™ line is now in stores! But even more exciting than having Pugz boots in one Petco and Pugz leg warmers in another Petco across town, the entire fall line is prominently displayed on endcaps. Showcasing leashes, beds, coats, leg warmers, harnesses, boots — all featuring Pugz’s signature faux suede and …

Savvy entertainment consumers who simply must know the minute by minute details of the Tomkat split, Miley Cyrus’ hair color and the recent Jennifer Aniston engagement, turn to OK! Magazine. Now, these experts have another hot (and cold) topic to talk about. Davison’s TheraPED is now in OK! Magazine. “Pamper, stretch & refresh feet with …

Hello Dollface — a beauty review website that features the best brands and products on the market – recently reviewed Davison’s 6-in-1 Manicure Multitool, which combines six essential nail-care tools into one convenient, compact and mobile salon. “It’s got everything you want,” raves the Dollface blogger. “A two-sided cuticle pusher and cleaning stick (Hey, I’m …

Our Licensing Team has been spending the dog days of summer barking up new ways to get some Davison-designed pet products onto more store shelves.  Nothing new about that, right?  WRONG! This time, they’ve recruited the help of some of our very talented and always inventive Creationeers.  Judging from the photo (Jason Rogge with another …

  Davison was featured in an article in the summer edition of Soul Pitt Quarterly, Pittsburgh’s Premier Minority A&E Magazine. In the piece, Soul Pitt’s writer (Mimi Gray) spoke with CEO and Founder George Davison, President Frank Vescio, Senior Director of New Products Steve Smith and Director of New Products Hassan Walker to pick their …

There’s a reason we call them “bugs” and “pests.” Insects make many people uncomfortable. With their itch-inducing bites, disease-spreading ability and overall unpleasant appearance, we often try anything to keep these little nasties at bay. But for many people, repellents that include harsh chemicals simply are not an option. Like Philip Boxwell, who created AWAY …

The Neat Things In Life blog recently posted a review and held a giveaway of the Davison-designed Silicone Dog Treat Pan, which is licensed by Hugs Pet Products. Jammie Morey, the author of the blog, celebrated the pan as a safe alternative to the commercial pet-food offerings that have recently suffered numerous recalls. “Just like my …

Hydro toys quench Hotlanta’s thirst for innovative pet toys Davison’s Hydro toys were featured on Atlanta’s CBS “Better Mornings,” hosted by Jennifer Valdez. Jennifer welcomed international pet expert Charlotte Reed – a corporate lawyer who has grown her pet company from a one-woman operation to a premier, full-service pet care provider – to talk about …

The TheraPED will be included in 200 VIP gift bags given out during the 13th Annual BNP Paribas Taste of Tennis (August 23, 2012). As part of the 2012 U.S. Open festivities held in New York City, The Taste of Tennis combines NYC’s top chefs and the world’s greatest tennis players to showcase their culinary …