Petland Hires Consulting Veterinarian
Petland has hired renowned veterinarian Dr. Thomas Edling, DVM, MSpVM, MPH as Petland’s consulting veterinarian. Dr. Edling has significant experience in animal health in both private practice and in a...
View ArticleAquatics Industry Training Goes Worldwide
UK and international aquatic trade bodies have joined forces to offer specialized training worldwide for the aquatics industry. The Ornamental Aquatic Trade Association (OATA), based in the UK, and...
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Sleepypod Crash Tests Products at US, Canadian, European Child Safety...
Sleepypod, a Pasadena, Califonria-based company known for redefining pet products, has had its entire line of pet safety restraints for cars crash tested at U.S., Canadian and European child safety...
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NYC Re-tails & Sales Pet Expo
The boutique B2B tradeshow was held on Tuesday, May 1, at Home Studio Inc. in New York City.
View ArticleMASNA Aquarist of the Year and MASNA Awards 2018 Nominations Now Open
MASNA intends to award two leaders who contribute to the marine aquarium industry for their impact on the sustainability of the hobby at its annual conference in Las Vegas in September. Those...
View ArticleCaitec Gets a New VP of Operations
Caitec has hired Richard Nornhold, as vice president of Operations. Nornhold joins Caitec from Johnson & Johnson and, previously, Energizer Personal Care. He brings many years of experience in...
View ArticleAKC Humane Fund Celebrates 10th Anniversary
The AKC Humane Fund, a non-profit organization committed to supporting responsible pet ownership, is marking its 10-year anniversary in 2018. The idea to create the AKC Humane Fund was presented to the...
View ArticleDr. Dalton’s Lowers Price of Treats for Retailers
Pet treats have climbed in the pet food category as pet owners invest more in preventative, healthier foods for their pets. When looking at health food trends, conscious shopping extends into pet...
View ArticlePIJAC Warns about Koi Herpes
The Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council (PIJAC) released the following reminder about the koi herpes virus: PIJAC would like to remind U.S. common carp and koi producers and importers to be vigilant in...
View ArticleSCORE Names Love Your Pet Bakery an American Small Business Champion
Love Your Pet Bakery has been named a winner of The 2018 American Small Business Championship by SCORE, the nation’s largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors. The Championship awarded this...
View ArticleNature’s Variety Supports HABRI
The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) announced that Nature’s Variety, makers of natural, wholesome pet food has become an official supporter of HABRI and its research into the health...
View ArticleRad Cat Raw Diet Adds Distribution in Eastern Canada
Radagast Pet Food has expanded distribution in Canada by partnering with Freedom Pet Supplies to distribute Rad Cat Raw Diet to independent retailers in the eastern part of the country. “We are...
View ArticleWoof Gang Bakery & Grooming Opens First New York State Store
Woof Gang Bakery, a leader in specialty pet retail and grooming with more than 100 locations in 11 U.S. states, is opening the company’s first store in New York state with a grand opening event in Rye...
View ArticleDisney Pet Costumes Now Available through Rubie’s Pet Shop Boutique
Rubie’s Pet Shop Boutique, under license with Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media, has launched officially licensed pet costumes inspired by classic Disney characters. Rubie’s Pet Shop...
View ArticleBird Paradise: Where Bird Owners Flock
Pet Age recently visited Bird Paradise in Burlington, New Jersey, to view the selection of food and products, as well as the birds themselves, plus to learn about the grooming and boarding services...
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Ware Pet Products: 25 Years of Innovation
Ware Pet Products (formerly Ware Manufacturing, Inc.) is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. As he marks the milestone, John Gerstenberger, VP of Product Development and Sourcing for Ware,...
View ArticleKeeping Eye Care in Mind
By Jennifer Higgins If my dogs could talk, I’m sure one of the first things they would say to me would be, “Mom! Please leave our eyes alone!” Yes, I am that pet owner who insists on plucking or...
View ArticleCompanies Turn to Plant-based Sources to Make More Natural Products
By Eric Stenson With people looking for more natural presence in how they eat, treat and groom themselves, it’s no surprise that these inclinations are spreading toward the lifestyle choices they make...
View ArticleFive Questions with Chris Rowland, CEO of Pet Supplies Plus
Q What has been your focus since joining Pet Supplies Plus in 2012 and becoming CEO of the company in 2014? A The majority of our energy has been spent on laying a solid foundation for growth, which is...
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Jackson Galaxy Cat Camp
Jackson Galaxy held his Cat Camp event on May 5 and 6 at Penn Plaza Pavilion in New York.
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