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Petfood maker Purina to donate to Illinois, USA, tornado victims

Petfood maker Purina announced on November 21 that it plans to donate US$10,000 to assist cats and dogs affected by the recent tornadoes in Illinois, USA. The donation will help animal welfare agencies in Peoria County stock a distribution center where displaced families can obtain free pet supplies, such as litter boxes and scoopers, grooming supplies, cat carriers and dog crates, Purina spokesman, Bill Salzman said.

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Snapshot of petfood ingredient market shows ongoing growth

A report on the global animal feed ingredients market released last week offers a few tidbits of data and information regarding petfood ingredients, with the highlight that the overall market as well as the segment that includes companion animal food are both growing strongly. That growth is projected to continue at a compound annual rate of 5% to 7.5% through 2019.

Companies recognize importance of giving back to homeless pets

Companies outside of the pet industry are recognizing the importance of giving to homeless pets and also helping their own business, says a recent article. For example, Cedar Park Overhead Doors regularly sponsors special events for local animal shelters near the Cedar Park, Texas, USA, community, most recently sponsoring an annual bowl-a-thon for Texas Humane Heroes.

Market Trends and Reports

Data from GfK show 28 percent spike in grain-free petfood sales

In the latest evidence that natural alternatives are driving the petfood market, GfK data for the past year show a 28 percent spike in grain-free food sales at US pet stores. Through its Retail and Technology division, GfK tracks sales in more than 11,000 US pet outlets, including national and regional chains, as well as neighborhood pet shops.

Bailey's Choice expands number of states affected by dog treat recall

Bailey's Choice Dog Treats LLC of Waleska, Georgia, USA, has once again expanded its recall of dog treats to include the states of Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Delaware and Tennessee, USA. This expanded recall due to the potential for Salmonella contamination applies to the Teriyaki Chicken Treats products.

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Study: How petfood purchasing decisions are influenced by packaging, retail channel

A study of US pet owners on how and where they shop for petfood offers some interesting insights for professionals in charge of petfood marketing and packaging design, perhaps even for large companies that have the resources to conduct their own consumer research.

Facebook group warning pet owners not to buy jerky treats from China

A Facebook group called Animal Parents Against Pet Treats and Food Made in China is warning pet owners about jerky treats from China that are under investigation by the US Food and Drug Administration. The group is attaching warnings to packages of these treats in stores that read: “Beware! FDA investigates pet treats from CHINA. Thousands of complaints filed. Hundreds of deaths reported.”

Market Trends and Reports

2013 petfood industry extrusion round-up

Whether they focused on partnerships and solutions, food safety, going green or equipment, companies involved in the extrusion section of the petfood industry stayed on top of the game in 2013.

BÃ¼hler Inc., in partnership with Hagen Industries Ltd., designed a petfood processing system equipped with a twin-screw extruder, a hammer mill, feeder, pre-conditioner and a BÃ¼hler Aeroglide dryer and cooler that allows Hagen to manufacture small volumes of product.

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Petfood not a factor after all in latest non-GMO legislative failure

A ballot initiative to require many foods and beverages that contain genetically modified ingredients sold in the state of Washington to carry labels failed to pass during November 5 elections, with 55% of voters opposed to the measure. Though earlier news reports claimed petfood was being used as an example by both supporters and opponents of the initiative, petfood-related debates seemed to fade down the stretch, replaced by arguments over cost, health benefits and labeling of human foods. And unlike with a similar proposed law in California last year that was also defeated, petfood industry organizations appeared not to engage in the Washington battle with either words or money.

Market Trends and Reports

Private label’s new edge in petfood

The acquisition of Vitakraft, a company that ranks seventh in global pet care, by Tiernahrung Deuerer, a private label manufacturer, is expected to imprint a new dynamism and boost competition within the industry, and it clearly is a sign of more challenging times. Overall, the pet care market has proved somewhat recession-proof, resisting the strong winds of economic uncertainty in a positive fashion.

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Q&A with Dr. Harvey's Pet Food family team

Read Petfood Industry magazine's entire interview with Dr. Harvey's Pet Food founder, Dr. Harvey Cohen; President and CEO Wendy Shankin-Cohen; and Director of Design and Technology Ty Cohen.

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8 apps focused on companion animal nutrition

Frustrated owners of overweight dogs and finicky cats have found a new tool to help regulate their pets' nutrition and exercise—apps and app-based technology. Smartphone and tablet apps abound that track pet activity levels, calorie intake and overall health.

Smartphone apps allow pet parents to not only track what their pet is eating or how much exercise a pet is getting, but more importantly, keep an accurate record for veterinarians to better evaluate an animal's overall health.

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