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Elmira Pet Products grows from family business to international company

Elmira Pet Products began as a family business, but now sells its animal nutrition products around the world, according to an article on Food&Drink Digital that highlights the company.

Vegetarian diets as an alternative to traditional dog food

Dogs can be fed a vegetarian diet as a healthy alternative to traditional dog food, an article in DNA India claims.

HSUS donates 12 tons of Mars, own petfood to Louisiana

The Humane Society of the United States HSUS donated 12 tons of dog and cat food to Louisiana to help families struggling to feed their pets due to the recent oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.

Food puzzles for pets

Food puzzles are a good way to challenge companion animals, according to an article on the ABC program, Good Morning America'swebsite.

FDA begins GRAS program for animal feed

The Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Veterinary Medicine is implementing a voluntary pilot program to accept and review GRAS (generally recognized as safe) notices for animal feed ingredients directly from manufacturers.

Hill's reduces bag size of Science Plan Canine brand

In May, Hill’s reduced the bag size of its Science Plan Canine food from 15 kg to 12 kg.

Purina offers new nutrients for senior dogs

A new product from Nestle Purina uses new research identifying a range of nutrients that can improve mental capacity and memory in elderly dogs.

Pet owners debate dry or wet food

Many pet owners debate issues such as nutrition, dental health and cost when deciding whether to select a dry or wet petfood, according to an article on zootoo.com.

Oxbow Animal Health increases distribution

Oxbow Animal Health's volume of petfood distribution has increased greatly since the company was formed, according to a report by KHAS-TV.

GNC, PetSmart to launch pet nutrition product line

General Nutrition Centers (GNC) amd PetSmart are teaming up to offer a line of dietary supplements for cats and dogs, according to the Pittsburg Post-Gazette.

Cloud Star Corp. gives back to the community

Cloud Star Corp., maker of dog treats and products based in San Luis Obispo, California, USA, donates at least 10% of net profits each year to non-profit organizations that benefit animals, women, children and the environment.

Bravo moves lamb and beef production to New Zealand

Bravo made an agreement with Alpine Export Ltd. to manufacture the majority of its beef and lamb products, according to petproductnews.com.

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