Sergeant's Pet Care Products, Inc. has reached a deal to acquire Weymouth-based Chomp Inc. , according to The Associated Press.
Omaha-based Sergeant's is adding to its 400-plus products by buying the maker of Yip Yap Breath Treats and Pit'r Pat Tasty Treats.
Sergeant's president and CEO Bob Scharf says buying Chomp will give his company a greater market share in pet treats and pet dental care products, according to the article .
The Sergeant's lineup includes Sentry flea and tick products as well as Powzer toys.
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