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Walmart and Landfill Diversions Program turn unwanted meat into petfood

The Landfill Diversions Program partnered with three Portland, Oregon, USA, Walmart stores in an effort to use unwanted grocery store food as petfood for rescued animals, according to an article from Fox News Oregon. The program collects expired turkey, chicken, beef and pork from stores that would otherwise throw the meats out.

Evanger's launches 2011 calendar contest for best pet photos

Evanger's Dog and Cat Food Co. is now accepting photographs for its 2011 annual nationwide pets calendar contest. The company will choose 12 winners as "pet of the month," with winners selected for featured spreads under the calendar themes of Evanger's sport exhibitors, service dogs, rescued pets and most creative pet photo.

US FDA commissioner says China is improving food, drug safety

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said China is improving oversight of its exporters after a number of a complaints about substandard or tainted food and drugs, including petfood ingredients. FDA Commissioner Margaret Hamburg said she spoke with Chinese officials on a recent visit who were pursuing a "common agenda" to improve manufacturing practices and regulation of complex supply chains for the food and drug industries.

Purina publishes Facebook game for pet lovers

Pet lovers can now play the Purina Pet Resort game on the brand's Facebook page. Players can become the manager of their own virtual pet-themed resort, allowing them to build and operate a place to pamper, care for and entertain virtual pets.

Illinois researchers use pyrosequencing to study canine intestinal bacteria

A dog’s indiscriminate taste is not always a positive trait. In fact, it can lead to gastrointestinal infections and consequent ailments such as diarrhea and vomiting that come from eating spoiled food.

Irving Place Capital to acquire Pet Supplies 'Plus'

Irving Place Capital recently announced its agreement to acquire Pet Supplies “Plus”, a pet specialty retailer in the US. Irving Place Capital will be investing in partnership with PSP’s CEO Harvey Solway, COO Dominic Buccellato and CFO Richard Valade. The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2010.

Zeus and Co. hosts second annual open house

Zeus and Co. recently hosted its second annual open house in Arlington Heights, Ill. The petfood and product distribution company owner, David Levy, holds the event to bring together vendors for a customer appreciation day, which more than 300 people attended this year.

AVMA offers answers about dry petfood and Salmonella

The American Veterinary Medical Association recently posted on its website a question and answer section related to dry petfood and Salmonella. The content addresses questions the association has received given the recent petfood recalls due to possible or confirmed Salmonella contamination.

Sydney gets organic restaurant for pets

Sydney, Australia, has a new restaurant for cats and dogs called Chew Chew featuring organic menu offerings, according to The Sydney Morning Herald. The restaurant is run by pet nutritionist Naoko Okamoto and opened in June. Home delivery is also available.

Procter & Gamble reports increase in fourth quarter sales

Procter & Gamble ended its fourth quarter of the fiscal year with net sales of US$18.9 billion, an increase of 5% over the previous year. Overall sales for fiscal year 2010 grew by 3% to US$78.9 billion.

Central Garden & Pet reports drop in third-quarter sales

Central Garden & Pet saw a 3% drop in its third-quarter sales to US$465 million, compared with 2009 sales of US$482 million. The company's net profits also declined from US$31.1 million in 2009 to US$25.9 million.

Cranimals receives 'Editor's Choice' award

Cranimals Zendog Biscuits received the "Editor’s Choice" award by Pet Product News International. The Zendog Biscuits debuted in March 2010, as a certified organic cranberry dog biscuit, according to the company.

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