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Pet Supplies Plus to expand with corporate, franchised stores

Pet Supplies Plus is looking to open both corporate and franchised stores in new and underserved markets in 2014, according to the company. The pet retail chain plans to specifically target fast-growing markets from Florida to Minnesota, including areas in Oklahoma, Nebraska, Missouri, Tennessee, Louisiana, Arkansas, Alabama, Mississippi, Georgia and Texas for franchise development.

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National Advertising Division recommends Blue Buffalo modify claims to avoid disparaging competitors

The National Advertising Division (NAD) has recommended that Blue Buffalo Company Ltd., manufacturer of BLUE brand petfood products, modify certain advertising claims to avoid disparaging competing petfood makers. The company has said it will appeal some of NAD's findings to the National Advertising Review Board.

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Interzoo explains exhibitor considerations for petfood import licenses

Interzoo 2014 has released come considerations for exhibitors looking to gain import licenses for petfood. According to Interzoo, petfood may only be placed on the market in Germany if it complies with the German or European legal regulations.

Women in the Pet Industry Network to hold women-focused pet business conference

Women in the Pet Industry Network (WIPIN), an organization designed on women entrepreneurs in the pet industry, will be holding its 2nd annual women-focused pet business conference and awards show, titled "All About Growth," August 14-16, 2014, in Portland, Ore. Pet professionals from all career paths within the industry are invited to attend the three-day All About Growth Conference & Awards Show, where 24 business experts will deliver presentations on a variety of topics, such as business strategies, effective marketing, social media success and building connections.

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US petfood spending keys on wellness, treats

Overall US pet care spending is projected to grow nearly 5% this year, topping out at US$58.5 billion, according to the American Pet Products Association (APPA). Of that, US petfood spending is expected to reach US$22.62 billion by the end of 2014, after increasing 4.5% in 2013 to a total of US$21.57 billion, APPA said.

According to a Packaged Facts pet shopper survey conducted in January/February 2014, US dog and cat owners are increasingly seeking out petfood products with functional, health-related or nutrition claims.

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Developed petfood markets tackle common pet obesity problem in various ways

The US and the UK share the distinction of being among the largest and most mature petfood markets globally. Unfortunately, they also share a problem that's becoming all too common in developed markets: pet obesity. How these various markets approach the issue makes for an interesting study.

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DOG for DOG wins 'Best in Show' at Global Pet Expo 2014

DOG for DOG received the 2014 Global Pet Expo's top award, "Best in Show," in Global's New Product Showcase for dogs. The company celebrated the launch of its new DOGSFOOD all-natural premium kibble at the show.

Petco named 2014 world's most ethical company

Pet specialty retailer Petco has been recognized by the Ethisphere Institute, an independent center of research promoting best practices in corporate ethics and governance, as a 2014 World's Most Ethical Company. This is the third time Petco has been honored with the award, which recognizes organizations that continue to raise the bar on ethical leadership and corporate behavior.

Brakke Consulting to host US animal health industry webinar

Brakke Consulting Inc. will host a comprehensive webinar discussing the state of the US animal health industry on Wednesday, April 16, 2014, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. CDT. Presented by Ronald Brakke, along with senior consultants John Volk and David Goodnight, DVM, the two-hour presentation will include a review of the current issues impacting the U.S. animal health industry and veterinary profession, data on size of the animal health market and growth trends, sales of leading companies, and expectations for the coming year.

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AFIA hosts successful Purchase and Ingredient Suppliers Conference

The American Feed Industry Association hosted a record-setting Purchasing and Ingredient Suppliers Conference in Las Vegas, Nev., March 11-13, 2014. There were more than 625 industry representatives in attendance, up from 2013's 535 conference participants.

Purina, Urban Resource Institute create dog park in domestic violence shelter

Urban Resource Institute (URI) and Nestlé Purina PetCare hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate New York City's first-ever dog park in a domestic violence shelter, called the Purina Play Haven and Dog Park. The event marks the official expansion of URIPALS-People and Animals Living Safely-which launched in June 2013 as a pilot program to enable domestic violence survivors to enter shelter with their cats and other small animals. With the opening of the Purina Play Haven and Dog Park, URI will now be able to open its doors to families with dogs.

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China pet product e-store gains US$25 million in funding

Shanghai-based pet products e-store Boqii has just completed a US$25 million series B funding round, according to reports. The investors have yet to be named.

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