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Ameri-Pac expands with new facility

Ameri-Pac, Inc. announces the completion of their newest production facility in St. Joseph, Mo., directly adjacent to their original headquarters building, according to the company's press release.

February 16, 2009

Ameri-Pac, Inc. announces the completion of their newest production facility in St. Joseph, Mo., directly adjacent to their original headquarters building, according to the company’s press release.

India pet fair sees increase in domestic visitors

The India International Pet Trade Fair (IIPTF) ran from January 30 to February 1, 2009 at the Delhi International Expocentre in Noida, India, according to a review by the creator of the event, Creature Companion.

February 16, 2009

The India International Pet Trade Fair (IIPTF) ran from January 30 to February 1, 2009 at the Delhi International Expocentre in Noida, India, according to a review by the creator of the event, Creature Companion.

Recalled: Healthy Hide Dog Treats

A salmonella-related petfood recall has been issued for Healthy Hide Dog Treats, manufactured by Salix, according to an article on www.Examiner.com.

February 16, 2009

A salmonella-related petfood recall has been issued for Healthy Hide Dog Treats, manufactured by Salix, according to an article on www.Examiner.com.

Sergeant's Pet Care acquires Chomp

Sergeant's Pet Care Products, Inc. has reached a deal to acquire Weymouth-based Chomp Inc., according to The Associated Press.

February 16, 2009

Sergeant's Pet Care Products, Inc. has reached a deal to acquire Weymouth-based Chomp Inc., according to The Associated Press.

American Nutrition recalls baked dog treats

As a result of the expanded recall by the Peanut Corp. of America's Blakely, Ga., facility, American Nutrition Inc. has issued a voluntary recall for certain baked dog treats containing peanut paste supplied by PCA.

February 13, 2009

As a result of the expanded recall by the Peanut Corp. of America’s Blakely, Ga., facility, American Nutrition Inc. has issued a voluntary recall for certain baked dog treats containing peanut paste supplied by PCA.

Extrusion short course trains petfood personnel

The 19th Annual Feeds & Pet Food Extrusion Short Course, organized by the Food Protein Research & Development Center of the Texas Engineering Experiment Station, went on without a hitch the week of February 1-6 in College Station, Texas.

February 13, 2009

The 19th Annual Feeds & Pet Food Extrusion Short Course, organized by the Food Protein Research & Development Center of the Texas Engineering Experiment Station, went on without a hitch the week of February 1-6 in College Station, Texas.

Grupo Dibaq acquires Rodi Petfood Group

The Spanish Grupo Dibaq, a leading manufacturer of petfood and aquaculture feed in Southern and Eastern Europe, acquired 80% of the controlling entity of Rodi Petfood Group, a leading manufacturer of petfood, snacks and biscuits in Central and...

February 13, 2009

The Spanish Grupo Dibaq, a leading manufacturer of petfood and aquaculture feed in Southern and Eastern Europe, acquired 80% of the controlling entity of Rodi Petfood Group, a leading manufacturer of petfood, snacks and biscuits in Central and Northern Europe, according to a press release.

Legal action launched over factory blast

Civil action has been launched in the Australian Supreme Court over the explosion that destroyed the BestCare Foods Limited's pet factory at Gunnedah, in northwest New South Wales, six years ago, according to an article on Australian ...

February 13, 2009

Civil action has been launched in the Australian Supreme Court over the explosion that destroyed the BestCare Foods Limited’s pet factory at Gunnedah, in northwest New South Wales, six years ago, according to an article on Australian Broadcasting Corp.

Nature's Wellness named petfood of the Year

Iams Nature's Wellness Cat Food was been named petfood of the Year in last week's Product of the Year awards. Iams said the award recognizes the product's healthy balance and the company's commitment to the long-term health of cats, according...

February 13, 2009

Iams Nature’s Wellness Cat Food was been named petfood of the Year in last week’s Product of the Year awards. Iams said the award recognizes the product’s healthy balance and the company’s commitment to the long-term health of cats, according to an article by Glee Wire (UK).