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Steven Charman of Pets Corner awarded at International Pet Conference

At the International Pet Conference in Prague, Steven Charman, purchasing director of the UK pet retail chain Pets Corner, was presented the 2012 PET Personality of the Year award. Charman received the award for his significant contributions to the rise of Pets Corner as one of the leading pet retailers in the UK, creating a service-oriented concept with an emphasis on product quality and customer advice.

AFIA comments on denial of Renewable Fuel Standard waiver petition

American Feed Industry Association president and CEO, Joel G. Newman, issued a statement regarding the US Environmental Protection Agency's denial of the Renewable Fuel Standard waiver petition filed by the Arkansas and North Carolina, USA, governors, calling it "extremely disappointing." According to Newman: “EPA’s action is extremely short-sighted.

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Cat food brand Friskies hosts cat video awards

Cat food brand Friskies recently hosted "The Friskies" award show honoring the best cat videos and the importance of cats in society. Friskies received more than 1,400 submissions to the awards and four judges narrowed down the list to 12 finalists, three videos in each of four categories.

PetSmart posts US$82 million in net income for third-quarter 2012

Petfood and supplies retailer PetSmart posted better-than-expected results in its recently released earnings report for third-quarter 2012 and raised its earnings outlook for the rest of the year. Net income totaled US$82 million in the third quarter of 2012, up from US$56 million in third-quarter 2011.

Petfood labeling, petfood safety webinars to be hosted in December

On December 11, WATT/Petfood Industry will broadcast a webinar on petfood safety, sponsored by Extru-Tech Inc. The webinar, called “FSMA is coming tomorrow – what you need to do today” will start at 9 a.m. CT.

Weatherchem invests in sustainability for petfood packaging closures

Weatherchem has announced it made recent investments to produce a lighter 110mm Flapper closure, reflecting the company's commitment to sustainability. Changes to the ordering and production process include:

FOSS donates analyzers to Kansas State Department of Grain Science

FOSS has donated two near infrared analyzers to Kansas State University's Department of Grain Science and Industry for use in classroom teaching and research. One of the machines, the Profoss in-line flour analyzer, is installed in the Hal Ross Flour Mill on the University's Grain Science Innovation Campus.

Eukanuba donates to Canine Companions for Independence

Petfood brand Eukanuba recently donated to Canine Companions for Independence at its national graduation ceremony, in which the group graduated its 4,000th assistance dog team. At the graduation ceremony, Eukanuba presented a check to Canine Companions for US$100,000 to sponsor a litter of puppies, called the "E-Litter," and build awareness for the need of volunteer puppy raisers.

Global Pet Food Stores to expand into western Canada

Global Pet Food Stores Inc. is reportedly planning to expand its natural and organic petfood stores into the western Canadian market. The company, which currently operates two stores in the US and 155 stores in Canada, recently opened its latest store in Calgary, Canada.

Pet industry groups aid Hurricane Sandy pets

Petfood manufacturers, a trade organization and other pet industry groups are donating time, money and petfood to help pets displaced, hurt and left hungry after Hurricane Sandy hit the eastern US. One such petfood manufacturer, Stella & Chewy’s has donated more than US$25,000 worth of its freeze-dried and frozen dinners and treats for pets to storm victims.

New feeding trial created for JustFoodForDogs

Cal Poly Pomona has created a new feeding trial for JustFoodForDogs, which the petfood company says prioritizes the quality of life of the dogs involved in the feeding trail as well as still provides real-world data from the volunteer pets and pet owners. Cal Poly Pomona's Animal and Veterinary Sciences Department helped design the method to satisfy Association of American Feed Control Officials' requirements.

Pet360.com launches new features for pet owners

Pet360 Inc. has launched the next generation of Pet360.com, a website for pet owners that contains expert articles and resources, an community of other pet owners and a large online selection of pet supply brands. The site provides a personalized experience for each member based on their pet's type, breed, gender, age, size and medical conditions.

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