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Pet Industry Spending Exceeds $66B — 3 Takeaways

It’s a 10.7 percent increase. Pet industry spending for 2016 came in at $66.75 billion, up from $60.28 billion in 2015, according to a new report....

Headlines8 years ago

And the Most Popular Dog Breed in America Is … (You Can Probably Guess This One)

It’s a perennial favorite. The labrador retriever has landed at the top of the American Kennel Club’s list of the country’s most popular dog breeds — for...

Headlines8 years ago

JFK Airport Adding $65M Animal Center

‘Pawdicures’ and other posh services will be offered. Kennedy International Airport in New York is adding a series of posh pet services in a center called...

Headlines8 years ago

Mars, Nestle: We’re Cleaning Up Our Pet Food Supply Chains

The changes are related to “transshipment” practices. Mars and Nestlé SA say they’re making changes that will help keep their pet food supply chains free of illegally caught...

Headlines8 years ago

Owner of Pet Product Company Re-Opens Manufacturing Plant

It’s a former candy factory. Midwest Co-Pack LLC has purchased a former candy factory in Winona, MN, and it’s set to become the primary supplier for...

Headlines8 years ago

Eastwood Ranch Foundation Launches Site to Help Rescues and Shelters Connect with Pet Fosters and Transporters

It’s called Fosterfurkids.com. (Press Release) LOS ANGELES, CA – Eastwood Ranch Foundation, a non-profit animal rescue organization founded by actress/director Alison Eastwood, has launched FosterFurkids.com, a...

Headlines8 years ago

Pet Obesity Is the ‘Greatest Health Threat’ for US Pets

It affects more than half of cats and dogs. Nearly 54 percent of dogs and 59 percent of cats in the U.S. are overweight or obese,...

Headlines8 years ago

Gold Paw Series Launches Natural Fiber Garment For Pets

It’s called the Santa Fe Pullover. (Press Release) CLACKAMAS, OR – Pet wear company Gold Paw Series has introduced the Santa Fe Pullover, the first product...

Headlines8 years ago

Pet Product Company Changes Its Name

The change is effective immediately. Dog Rocks USA Distribution LLC has announced a name change to Podium Pet Products. The change, which is effective immediately, “reflects...

Headlines8 years ago

Help Wanted: Small Businesses Are Hiring Again

Surveys had predicted the increase. Small businesses, which put the brakes on hiring years ago, are finally starting to bring on more staff, The Associated Press...

Headlines8 years ago

Evanger’s Issues Voluntary Recall

Three products are involved. Evanger’s is issuing a voluntary recall of three of its beef dog foods. The recall is not based upon any test results...

Headlines8 years ago

Scientists Develop New Flu Vaccines for Dogs

These are “live-attenuated” vaccines. Scientists at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry have developed two new vaccines for canine influenza. Today, veterinarians use...

Headlines8 years ago

Pet Food Brand Is Being Acquired

The brand will be available nationally. HANCOCK, MD — PetLife Pharmaceuticals Inc. (OTCQB: PTLF), a developer of veterinary cancer medications and nutraceuticals for pets, has signed...

Headlines8 years ago

BH Pet Gear Names Brand Ambassador

She’s a Shiba Inu/Jindo mix. (Press Release) BROOKLYN, NY – BH Pet Gear has announced Kira, a Shiba Inu/Jindo mixed breed pup rescued from Free Korean Dogs...

Headlines8 years ago

4 Crucial Things to Know About Millennial Pet Owners

They’re definitely ready to coddle their pets.

Headlines8 years ago

Major US City Bans Sale of Puppies, Kittens in Pet Stores

Breeders are not affected. San Francisco has passed a law stating that non-rescue animals cannot be sold in pet shops. The ordinance was passed unanimously by...

Headlines8 years ago

NJ Bill Would Make It Illegal to Declaw Cats

It’s a contentious proposal. A proposed law in New Jersey would make it illegal to declaw a cat, and the debate has become highly contentious. The...

Headlines8 years ago

Health Extension Refreshes Original Packaging

It’s the latest in a series of updates. (Press Release) DEER PARK, NY – Following the packaging updates recently made to its Grain Free Line and...

Headlines8 years ago

Take a Look at Photos from the Philips Pet Food & Supplies Buying Show

More than 400 people attended. Philips Pet Food & Supplies hosted its Third Annual Buying Show & Educational Summit at the Meritage Resort & Spa in...

Headlines8 years ago

Pet Supplies Plus Projects 60 New Stores in 2017

It will have 450 locations in all. LIVONIA, MI — Franchiser Pet Supplies Plus says it will open 60 new stores in 2017. That would bring...

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Pet Industry Spending Exceeds $66B — 3 Takeaways

And the Most Popular Dog Breed in America Is … (You Can Probably Guess This One)

JFK Airport Adding $65M Animal Center

Mars, Nestle: We’re Cleaning Up Our Pet Food Supply Chains

Owner of Pet Product Company Re-Opens Manufacturing Plant

Eastwood Ranch Foundation Launches Site to Help Rescues and Shelters Connect with Pet Fosters and Transporters

Pet Obesity Is the ‘Greatest Health Threat’ for US Pets

Gold Paw Series Launches Natural Fiber Garment For Pets

Pet Product Company Changes Its Name

Help Wanted: Small Businesses Are Hiring Again

Evanger’s Issues Voluntary Recall

Scientists Develop New Flu Vaccines for Dogs

Pet Food Brand Is Being Acquired

BH Pet Gear Names Brand Ambassador

4 Crucial Things to Know About Millennial Pet Owners

Major US City Bans Sale of Puppies, Kittens in Pet Stores

NJ Bill Would Make It Illegal to Declaw Cats

Health Extension Refreshes Original Packaging

Take a Look at Photos from the Philips Pet Food & Supplies Buying Show

Pet Supplies Plus Projects 60 New Stores in 2017

PetPlace and Pets Best Insurance Launch ‘Heroic Hearts Collective’ to Honor Extraordinary Pet Rescues

What Impact Will “Economic Blackout” Have?

Thieves Stage Seizure as Distraction to Steal Puppies From Pet Store in Colorado

Global Pet Expo / American Pet Products Association / Pet Industry Distributors Association

Stock a Toy for Every Dog Who Visits Your Store

What Do Cold Plunges, Improv Comedy and a 49-Year-Old Macaw Named Baby Have in Common?

Global Pet Expo / American Pet Products Association / Pet Industry Distributors Association

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