Recent Articles from Julia Rivera
J.M. Smucker Completes Divestiture of Pet Food Brands to Post Holdings
Press release: J.M. Smucker Co. The J.M. Smucker Co. recently announced the closing of the transaction to sell several pet food brands, including the Rachael Ray Nutrish, 9Lives, Kibbles ‘n Bits, Nature’s Recipe and Gravy Train brands as well as the company’s private label pet food business to Post Holdings, Inc. The transaction value is […]
APHIS, USDA Issue New Regulations Affecting Pet Birds
Press release: MyRightBird On March 23, 2023, a new rule issued by the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) took effect, imposing various requirements on bird breeders, dealers, exhibitioners and other parties. While the rule was designed to ensure that all birds subject to the Animal Welfare Act […]
Alamo Pet Experts Partnership Expands CANOPHERA Specialty Pet Presence
Press release: CANOPHERA As the world’s leading producer and distributor of “The Original” dog chews made of coffee wood, CANOPHERA recently announced a distribution partnership with Alamo Pet Experts (APEX). APEX will further expand CANOPHERA’s award-winning and growing product line to independent retailers throughout the states of Texas, New Mexico, Louisiana, Arkansas and Oklahoma. �[...]
Choice Pet to Carry Pure Cravings Mercury-Tested Premium Cat Food
Press release: Choice Pet Products Choice Pet Products, a distributor of high-quality pet brands and products, recently announced its partnership with Pure Cravings, a brand on a mission to protect cats from mercury. Choice Pet Products will add this new line to its curated portfolio of premium brands offered to independent pet retailers. “We are […]
Ken Bush Joins Evanger’s Sales Force as Southeast Territory Manager
Press release: Evanger’s Evanger’s Dog & Cat Food Company, manufacturer of award-winning made in the U.S.A. pet foods for over 85 years, recently announced Ken Bush is joining the sales team and will serve as Evanger’s southeast territory manager. Ken Bush joins the team with 30+ years of CPG experience, with 27 years focused on […]
Synchrony Study Examines Lifetime Cost of Horse Ownership
Press release: Synchrony Horse owners nationwide vastly underestimate the lifetime cost of caring for a horse, which ranges from nearly $300,000 to $924,000, according to a new Synchrony study, “Equine Lifetime of Care.” While 83 percent of horse owners say they are prepared for expenses, the actual costs may reach three or even four times higher than they […]
Mikhaiel Logistics Opens Hagen Group Distribution Facility in Las Vegas
Press release: Hagen Group Hagen Group, a global leader in pet product manufacturing and distribution, recently announced the opening of its newest distribution center in the United States, at 6170 Howdy Wells Avenue in Las Vegas, Nevada. Located in the north of the city, the 200,000-square-foot space features high efficiency LED lighting and HVLS fans […]
Snuggle Puppy Parent Company Encompass Pet Group Names New CMO
Press release: Snuggle Puppy Encompass Pet Group, the vertically integrated, multi-channel pet products business and parent company of Snuggle Puppy, is excited to welcome Ted Gilvar as chief marketing officer. Gilvar comes with deep experience as a CMO for high-growth companies, and broad experience working on a variety of consumer brands including Target, the NFL, […]
Zesty Paws Expands Omnichannel Offerings Through 5 Retailers
Press release: Zesty Paws Zesty Paws, an award-winning pet supplement brand, continues to expand its omnichannel retail presence bringing best-in-class functional pet supplements to pet parents across North America by launching in CVS Pharmacy, Tractor Supply Company, Theisen’s, C-A-L Ranch Stores and Pets Plus Natural this spring. “Zesty Paws has experienced incredible growth in the [[...]
Shepherd Boy Farms Treats Now Available Via Independent Pet Supply
Press release: Shepherd Boy Farms Shepherd Boy Farms, a family-owned manufacturer of premium, all natural treats for dogs and cats, has teamed up with Independent Pet Supply (IPS), a family-owned distribution company providing high-quality pet products. “We’re thrilled to partner with Independent Pet Supply as we bring our products to customers in the Pacific Northwest,” […]
Hill’s Pet Teams With NFL’s Chris Godwin for Shelter Draft Adoption Event
Press release: Hill’s Pet Nutrition According to Shelter Animal Count, more than 90,000 dogs and cats entered shelters than left last year and the number of animals entering shelters has continued to increase since 2020, with large breed dogs representing the majority of intakes. Similar to how sports drafts can be life-changing for athletes, adoption […]
Berkshire-Based Podium Pet Products Achieves King’s Award for Enterprise
Press release: Podium Pet Products Podium Pet Products is celebrating after becoming one of the first companies to be honored with a King’s Award for Enterprise 2023. The Berkshire-based company, whose popular brands include Dog Rocks and Be:Loved, has been recognized for its excellence in international trade. Podium Pet Products is one of 148 organizations […]