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US pet ownership among singles rises, AVMA reports

Although the majority of US pet owners are families, the gap in pet ownership between families and single adults has significantly narrowed over the last five years, the American Veterinary Medical Association says. The number of single adults who own pets grew by 16.6 percent from 46.9 percent in 2006 to 54.7 percent in 2011, according to data from the AVMA 2012 US Pet Ownership & Demographics Sourcebook.

Veterinary Medicine Caucus formed in US House

Veterinarians and congressmen, Kurt Schrader and Ted Yoho, have formed the Veterinary Medicine Caucus in the US House of Representatives in an effort to raise awareness about the importance of veterinary medicine to animal health and welfare, food safety, public health, research and the overall economy. The Veterinary Medicine Caucus, which other House members are encouraged to join, will also draft legislation and conduct briefings and hearings.

Pet retailer Petco named among World's Most Ethical Companies 2013

The Ethisphere Institute, an organization that creates and shares best practices in business ethics and sustainability, selected pet retailer Petco as one of its 2013 World’s Most Ethical Companies. Ethisphere reviewed nominations from companies in more than 100 countries and 36 industries.

New consumer guide compares online pet product retailers

Knoji, a provider of consumer reviews and information, released a new consumer guide comparing online pet product retailers. The report compares retailers such as PetSmart, Petco and PetCareRx to help consumers choose the store that's right for them.

InVivo NSA Mexico opens new petfood manufacturing facility

InVivo NSA Mexico has invested US$16 million in a new petfood manufacturing facility in Morelos, Mexico. The new petfood manufacturing facility will increase petfood production capacity from 75,000 to 90,000 metric tons per year.

Dutch petfood manufacturer Witte Molen acquired by Laroy Duvo

Dutch petfood manufacturer Witte Molen was recently acquired by Belgian pet supplies company Laroy Duvo. The small animal food manufacturer brings more than 250 years of experience to Laroy Duvo.

P&G recalls Iams Shakeables Turkey, Lamb dog treats

Procter & Gamble has issued a recall of select lot numbers of Iams Shakeables Turkey dog treats and Iams Shakeables Lamb dog treats due to possible mold growth in the dog treats. Affected Iams Shakeables Turkey and Lamb dog treat formulas include 6-ounce cans marked with the following lot numbers:

Natura Pet Products recalls dry cat, dog food brands for Salmonella

Natura Pet Products is recalling a number of lots of its dry petfood brands after testing by the Michigan Department of Agriculture confirmed the presence of Salmonella in one of the petfood products. The recall applies to a number of lots of California Natural, Evo, Healthwise and Innova cat and dog food products.

AFIA hosts 2013 Purchasing and Ingredient Suppliers Conference

The American Feed Industry Association's 2013 Purchasing and Ingredient Suppliers Conference drew 535 attendees from the petfood, animal feed and livestock industries to the two-day event, which concluded March 14 Fort Worth, Texas, USA. The conference offered opportunities to learn about the current state of the animal feed industry, providing market analyses, perspectives, hot topics and other information.

Aflatoxin increase in European autumn 2012 maize harvest, Romer Labs says

The European Commission's Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed has reported 10 notifications on aflatoxin B1 in maize of European origin since the last maize harvest in autumn 2012, according to Romer Labs. In the 10 years prior to the last harvest in autumn 2012, from 2001-11, a total of nine cases of aflatoxins were reported in maize.

JRS acquires pet care products company Absorption Corp.

Private-equity firm Kinderhook Industries LLC sold the parent and operating companies of Absorption Corp., an American manufacturer of cellulose-based absorbent products for pets, to manufacturing company J. Rettenmaier & Söhne Group. Absorption Corp., a company of Kinderhook since 2010, includes the pet care brands CareFRESH, Healthy Pet and CritterCare.

SuperZoo pet retailer show opens online registration for 2013

SuperZoo, the national show for pet retailers, has opened online registration for the 2013 event, being held at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, July 23-25. Produced by World Pet Association, the pet retailer show offers attendees an education program, a show floor of new pet products and a new product showcse, special opportunities for groomers and more.

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