E: nbull@pida.org
P: (610) 257-7893
W: pida.org/globalpetexpo.org

In this Media Spotlight interview, Eric Zeigler — the Pet Industry Distributors Association’s new chairman and president of Zeigler’s Distributors Inc. — talks about PIDA’s current and future plans with PETS+ interviewer Chloe DiVita. According to Zeigler, the pet products industry is growing exponentially, and PIDA is leading the way by helping to unify people at all levels of the supply chain, from retailers to manufacturers and distributors. Watch this video interview to learn more about PIDA’s signature program, Pet Store Pro, involvement in industry advocacy, Global Pet Expo and the annual Pet Industry Leadership Summit, and why PIDA is dedicated to retailer education.

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P: (800) 452-1225
W: globalpetexpo.org | americanpetproducts.org | pida.org

With Global Pet Expo just around the corner (March 20 – 22, 2024), APPA CEO Pete Scott discusses all that’s new, hot and ready to view at this year’s venue. In this PETS+ Media Spotlight interview with Chloe DiVita, Scott talks about the expo’s milestones and plans for 2024. With exhibitor space sold out (the show’s fastest sell-out yet), Global Pet Expo 2024 will showcase exciting new products from around the world for the record number of attendees who are expected to attend. The theme of Global Pet Expo 2024 — Innovation in Motion — is the perfect name for an event and industry that’s growing larger every day.

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P: (800) 452-1225
W: globalpetexpo.org | americanpetproducts.org | pida.org

In this PETS+ interview with Chloe DiVita, Pete Scott, president and chief executive officer of the American Pet Products Association (APPA), talks about what’s new, what’s hot and what retailers can expect from this year’s Global Pet Expo. Organized by APPA and the Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA), this premier international pet products trade show is the perfect place to be to kick off the year, says Scott. With an expanded show floor encompassing the entire North/South exhibition halls of Orlando’s Orange County Convention Center, this year’s Global Pet Expo welcomes over 800 exhibitors and more than 6,000 qualified buyers. Truly a “can’t miss” event, you’ll find an expansive New Product Showcase featuring more than 800 new products, thousands of new product launches on the show floor, the Global Learning Series, which delivers over 40 hours of free education, access to industry networking events, event-wide sessions to introduce the latest research and data on the pet products industry, and much more.

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E: info@americanpetworks.com
P: (866) 652-9970
W: americanpetworks.com

In this Media Spotlight interview, Trevor Crotts, president of American Pet Works, talks with Chloe DiVita about the many ways his company is leading the pet industry into the future — all with the benefits of products that are “made in America.”

Crotts says there’s a need in the market for U.S. pet product manufacturing and finishing. “We have created a diversified solution for pet products that are made and finished in the United States,” says Crotts, American Pet Works president. “We can produce and finish premium quality products right here in America.”

The first company to offer 3D asset creation at scale, American Pet Works has invested in a leading-edge advanced scanning system that is the only one of its kind in North America. “We can scan products and create high-fidelity 3D models for brands,” says Crotts. Having a digital version of a product offers numerous advantages, enabling companies to deploy their products online and instantly see sales increase. “These 3D brand assets offer quality online content at a reasonable price point,” says Crotts. “Then you can take your brand into the metaverse.”

American Pet Works also offers several versatile solutions that aren’t based online including design and manufacturing. The company can also help solve supply chain issues with fulfilment and drop shipments. “Many of our processes are still done by hand,” says Crotts. “Our quality, craftsmanship and attention to detail is a tribute to an era when American craftsmanship set the standard for the world.”

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P: (800) 452-1225
W: globalpetexpo.org | americanpetproducts.org | pida.org

Andrew Darmohraj, executive vice president and chief operating officer of the American Pet Products Association (APPA), is the man in charge of Global Pet Expo, APPA and the Pet Industry Distributors Association’s (PIDA) premiere international trade show. In this PETS+ interview with Chloe DiVita, Darmohraj talks about expectations for Global Pet Expo’s first live show in two years, its recognition as a leading international pet show and an expanded (and free) educational program geared towards independent retailers and exhibitors alike.

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P: (605) 600-1715
E: contact@dolittlesearch.com
W: dolittlesearch.com

In the pet industry, recruiting is all about people. As the number one recruiting firm in the pet industry, Dolittle Search is known for cultivating the right people — and more. According to Shaylene Keiner, President of Dolittle Search, “getting the right fit” between a company and an applicant requires a lot of listening, observation and intuition. Additionally, Dolittle Search has recently added Trish Rodriguez, Senior Recruiter who brings almost a decade of pet industry experience and relationships. And that’s where the expertise and experience of the company shines, helping pet industry retailers and manufacturers to hire the best applicant in the right timeframe with a six-month guarantee.

Here are the three keys to Dolittle Search’s success:

• IDENTIFY: Dolittle Search has an expansive network of talent, suited to the roles defined by its client companies.
• RECRUIT: Dolittle Search acts as ambassadors for its client companies and engages accomplished people with relevant experience and the exceptional skills required to make an immediate and positive impact.
• RESULTS: Dolittle Search stands behind every placement hired. The company is noted for streamlining the negotiation process and settling placements with a six-month guarantee.

SPECIALIZED RECRUITING FOR THE PET INDUSTRY

Interested in securing your much needed talent or finding a new career path? Dolittle Search is a retained search firm focusing on helping the pet industry secure top talent. They also never charge applicants a fee. For companies that require great employees, they’ll find them, guaranteed. Their network is global, and their relationships are genuine.

Join the pet industry’s most exceptional group of professionals as Dolittle Search continues to build a strong and thriving pet industry.

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The internet has made plenty of things easier, but when you’re a small business owner, you and your team need to stay on top of so many moving parts. Sure, there are platforms to manage everything from POS to e-commerce to email marketing. But what if there was one that could do the job of many?

Whether it’s POS, digital marketing or e-Commerce, Celerant manages your entire pet products business, in store or online.

Introducing Celerant Technology, a robust, innovative point of- sale provider that offers pricing, coupons, BOGO’s, promotions and loyalty rebates. But it doesn’t stop there. Celerant can handle scheduling for pet care, e-commerce and online marketplace integrations, buy online/pick up in-store, curbside pick-up scheduling with text message notifications and email marketing — all while pulling real-time customer and sales data. And, Celerant integrates with a number of distributors, including General Pet Supply, Phillip’s Pets and more, for auto-ordering, catalog import within point of sale and online data feeds for e-commerce.

INNOVATIVE RETAIL SOFTWARE FOR PET SHOPS

Founded in 1999, Celerant offers pet stores two software platforms to choose from — Cumulus Retail for smaller pet shops and Stratus Enterprise for larger pet businesses. Celerant provides a seamless, enterprise upgrade path to support your business as you grow. “Celerant is a complete retail software solution for a pet shop’s entire business,” says Michele Salerno, Celerant director of marketing and assistant vice president. “At Celerant, we really pride ourselves in being a one-stop shop where a pet store can have one technology partner with one retail software solution, and everything’s integrated in real-time.”

*Limited time offer, ends December 31, 2021. Cannot be combined with any other promotions. Setup fees, training & hardware sold separately.

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Sellersville, PA
P: 267-382-0163
E: info@annamaet.com
W: annamaet.com

Science, sustainability and a love for animals are the ingredients behind super premium Annamaet Petfoods — and they’re central to the family-owned company’s selection of supplements, too.

Rob Downey grew up around dogs and became a champion sled-dog driver, wrangling his elite animal athletes in races from Alaska to Argentina. Years ago, one of his lead dogs, Heidi, suffered hind end paralysis. “She couldn’t even get out of her doghouse,” Rob recalls. After careful adjustments to Heidi’s diet, “not only did she improve, but the whole team improved.” Rob says that a-ha moment inspired seven years of graduate work in canine nutrition at the University of Pennsylvania.

Annamaet has 35 years of experience in formulating science-based pet nutrition.

Annamaet Petfoods launched in 1986, named for Rob’s mother, Anna Mae, who fostered his love for animals. (Rob’s wife and company co-founder, Mary Jo, added the “t” to evoke the word “animate” — to give spirit or life to something.)

Annamaet introduced its first supplement a decade later and it now has four formulas to add spirit to beloved pets’ lives. All carry the National Animal Supplement Council Seal of Approval, and Annamaet also partners with the Pet Sustainability Coalition.

Annamaet Endure was developed to support healthy joints and digestion in dogs of all ages.

One longtime best-selling product, Annamaet Endure, supports joint integrity and healthy gut function. Rob notes that joint supplements were originally designed for older dogs, “but the current research indicates that if you start the supplements when dogs are younger, you’ll have fewer issues when they get old.” Available in three sizes, Annamaet Endure also includes psyllium husk to improve digestion. Just like humans, dogs need a good microbiome since so much of a healthy immune system depends on a healthy gut.

The Downey family are dog lovers just like you.

Annamaet Enhance is the company’s newest supplement, developed with two board-certified veterinary nutritionists to ensure adequate vitamins and minerals for dogs who eat raw diets or home-prepared pet foods. “That’s important to retailers because home-prepared diets are a growing segment of the market that’s not going anywhere,” Rob says, and studies show that 60% of homemade pet diets are deficient in at least one nutrient. When you discover customers who make their own pet food, “here’s an idea to open a conversation for something that would benefit their dog.”

Rob says Annamaet is working hard to drive customers into brick-and-mortar pet shops, and that in-store sales for the company’s products are on the rise, even amid the online retail boom of 2020. Alex Downey — Rob’s son and Annamaet’s business development manager — says the company often hears from people who’ve heard about Annamaet products via social media and want to know where to buy them in person. The company offers many easy ways for retailers to bone up on product knowledge to help these future customers, from Zoom trainings to newsletters and videos.

Annamaet Enhance is the ideal supplement for home-prepared pet food, which may lack vitamins and minerals. MSRPs: $39.99 – $56.99

Your independent pet store needs to be a destination and trusted information source — not simply another stop on a list of errands — and Annamaet supplements can help that happen. As Rob Downey says, “if you can engage customers in conversations about good, science-backed products” and suggest ways that animal companions can live longer, healthier lives, pet lovers are sure to return to your business for more products, advice and canine camaraderie.

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Boulder, CO
P: (877) 987-PETS (7387)
E: support@inclover.com
W: inclover.com

Biochemist Rebecca Rose was a successful researcher, running clinical trials for human pharmaceuticals. She was also a passionate pet owner who wanted to apply her scientific expertise to creating healthier pet products. So, in 1996, she launched InClover Research®, the first company to offer a scientifically-developed line of pet supplements. As Rose defines it, “We’re science with soul.”

Rose uses gold standard technology in developing supplements for pets. InClover products feature the National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) seal, an industry group dedicated to protecting the health of animals. InClover passed rigorous audits for the right to display this shield.

With unique brands, benefit-specific packaging and the NASC Quality Seal, InClover makes trusted supplements easy to sell. MSRPs: From $9.99

Using the slogan, “Pets deserve more,” InClover’s supplements address elements of health for dogs and cats. Products include joint, digestive, skin and coat and dental supplements for both species. Dog owners can also find allergy and heart supplements. Plus, InClover offers respiratory and urinary tract support for cats.

InClover products undergo scientific testing. Their “Connectin” supplement for joints was tested at the Massey University Veterinary School, a premier research institution. Connectin significantly outscored placebos — proof that when scientists team with pet lovers, innovation triumphs. Says Rose, “Our products allow owners and pets to worry less and play more.”

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High quality standards go into the manufacture of Uckele products, including the dog chews shown here.

Blissfield, MI
P: (877) 987-PETS (7387)
E: customerservice@uckele.com
W: uckele.com

How important is healthy nutrition to animals? It’s everything. Just ask Mike Uckele, president and CEO of Uckele Health & Nutrition. “My family started this business over 50 years ago,” he said in a recent interview. “Our mission has always been to formulate the best dietary products for dogs and horses. We also offer a full range of supplements for people, so Uckele supports the wellbeing of you and your animal friends.”

1. Uckele nutritional powders and 2. pellet supplements are manufactured at the company’s Blissfield and
Adrian, MI facilities.

THE SCIENCE BEHIND THE BRAND

Uckele is a highly respected partner to brands that tap their expert team of nutritionists, chemists, quality, and product development specialists to help with the formulation and manufacturing of new products. Here’s what one partner had to say:

“It’s incredibly rare to find formulating partners who help you create an entirely new line of pet care products from scratch. They walked alongside us, ensuring the finished product would be a success, and it turned out even better than we could have imagined.” — Kara Soule, Managing Partner, Sogn Hills, Minneapolis, MN

END-TO-END SOLUTIONS

What makes Uckele stand out in the industry is the breadth of their product line and manufacturing capabilities.

• FOR HORSES
  Uckele customers will find everything from immune, joint and metabolic support to performance supplements, weight management, skin and coat support, electrolytes, hoof products and more.
• FOR DOGS
  Uckele provides allergy and immune support, digestive, and joint support as well as weight management, multi-vitamins, calming chews and topicals for skin ailments.
• FOR HUMANS
  Uckele is one of the few pet nutrition specialists that extend their product savvy to people. Uckele offers an array of products designed for humans — everything from immune and joint supplements to amino acids, cardiovascular, blood sugar and joint support, as well as men and women’s nutritional supplements.

Uckele has manufacturing facilities with sophisticated labs in Blissfield and Adrian, Michigan. Their products are sold under the Uckele brand and other third parties at retailers across the nation, as well as on the company’s e-commerce site.

Just announced is the opening of a new manufacturing facility that will handle larger orders and offer shorter production times. According to Mike Uckele, “This will increase our capacity, efficiency and operational excellence by nearly 600%.”

NASC CERTIFIED

Uckele leverages the sophistication of its scientific and manufacturing capabilities to deliver an array of popular and nutritious soft chews, powders and pellets — many with the NASC quality seal.

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