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Arovit dry petfood facility in Denmark sold to local investors

The former Arovit dry petfood factory in Vejen, Denmark, which was owned by C & D Foods, was sold to local investors and will continue production as Arovit Dry Petfood A/S. Buyers include Johan Hoffmann, Hoffmann Capital A/S, acting Operations Manager Kim Madsen and CEO at Ultimate Petfood, Harry Larsen.

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Custom petfood diet company launches new affiliate program

Petbrosia.com, a designer of dry petfood diets, launched its affiliate program, offered exclusively on the affiliate marketing network Rakuten LinkShare, which provides payouts to online publishers who want to partner with Petbrosia.com. Petbrosia provides a customized diet for each pet, per order, based on the breed, age and weight of cats and dogs.

Southern Tier Pet Nutrition announces new capital partner

Siena Lending Group LLC announced the completion of a three-year US$2.45 million senior secured credit facility for Southern Tier Pet Nutrition LLC on October 17. The facility will be used to support the company’s working capital and capital expenditure needs.

Pet-Friendly House project will showcase products, services of companies involved

A new marketing opportunity involving building a pet-friendly home is showcasing the products and services of companies involved in all stages of the project in the for free. The Pet-Friendly House project covers the design, construction and decorating of a home for a family of four and their pets.

New research report on global petfood market to 2017 available

A new petfood market research report is available for companies that want to gain a comprehensive perspective on the global dog and cat food market. The report, Global Market for Dog and Cat Food to 2017 - Market Size, Growth and Forecasts in Over 70 Countries, can be purchased from MarketReportsOnline.com.

Pet owners protest proposed petfood tax in Mexico

Pet owners in Mexico are reportedly protesting after the country’s Finance Ministry proposed tax changes that would include a 16 percent sales tax on petfood. The government’s tax reform plan opted out of applying the sales tax to food, instead proposing the petfood tax.

FIAAP, Victam, GRAPAS Asia 2014 to be larger than 2012 shows

With still nearly six months until the event, FIAAP Asia, Victam Asia and GRAPAS Asia 2014 are already larger than in 2012, show organizers report. Currently the shows have almost 170 exhibitors from 22 countries.

Register for free Microbiological Diagnostics Validation webinar on November 22

Register for the free webinar, Microbiological Diagnostics Validation - the information that you really need to know, which will be held Friday, November 22 at 9 a.m. CT. This webinar will focus on the information and challenges involved with the selection and validation of microbiological diagnostic platforms for the detection of bacterial pathogens (Salmonella) in petfood ingredients, the processing environment and finished products.

The free Microbiological Diagnostics Validation webinar will be presented by Trouw Nutrition on November 22.

P&G may look to Del Monte to purchase Iams petfood division

Procter & Gamble Co. (P&G) may have found a buyer for its Iams petfood brand in Del Monte Foods, Bloomberg reported. Shareholder HighMark Capital Management Inc. said P&G, which is under pressure to revive itself, could improve sales and boost its share price by selling assets including the Iams petfood division.

FDA issues proposed preventative control rules for petfood, animal feed

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on October 25 issued the proposed rule on Current Good Manufacturing Practice and Hazard Analysis and Risk-Based Preventive Controls for Food for Animals as part of the Food Safety Modernization Act. The regulations would apply to all domestic and imported animal feed, including petfood and treats, and the raw ingredients in those products.

PetSmart, National Geographic team up for new pet products line

National Geographic and PetSmart announced in October a partnership for a line of new products set to launch in spring 2014 to be sold in the US, Canada and Puerto Rico. The National Geographic-branded products will initially focus on pets such as fish, reptiles, birds and small animals, and it will include petfood, habitats and accessories.

Natures Menu marks processing 1 million orders for petfood

Petfood maker Natures Menu recently achieved a milestone in the company's history with the processing of 1 million orders. The natural petfood manufacturer began as a small family business in 1981 that produced food for local dog kennels, but it has grown to do business throughout Europe.

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