Recent Articles from Spencer Musick
The Lazy Dog Cookie Co. Forges Distribution Partnership with Sunshine Pet Supplies
The Lazy Dog Cookie Co. has forged a new partnership with Sunshine Pet Supplies, a distributor dedicated to serving the independent pet industry in the southern United States. The collaboration aims to expand access Lazy Dog’s treats for retailers across several states, including Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama, Texas and Virginia. Sunshine […]
WPA Reports GROOM’D 2024 Set New Attendance Records, Announces Grooming Competition Winners
GROOM’D, the grooming-focused conference and trade show for the pet care community, recently concluded its 2024 gathering, drawing nearly 4,000 industry professionals to the Georgia International Conference Center from March 8 to 10 in College Park, Georgia. This year’s event saw a notable 15 percent increase in attendance compared to 2023, attracting nearly 4,000 pet […]
Holistic Pet Brand Austin and Kat Announces New Distribution Partnership, Expands Reach Across US
Austin and Kat, a brand specializing in holistic pet remedies, and Nelson Wholesale Service, a distributor of animal health products, have partnered to distribute products in Texas and surrounding areas in the South and Southeastern U.S. The partnership focuses on Austin and Kat’s Blend#4 formula, which contains increased cannabinoids and CBDA, providing effective solutions for […]
Pet Resort Hospitality Group Appoints Jason Duffy as New CEO
The board of directors of Pet Resort Hospitality Group (PRHG), a leader in the pet services industry, recently announced the appointment of Jason Duffy as chief executive officer. Duffy comes to PRHG as an experienced operating executive with broad multi-site consumer services and pet resort leadership experience. Before joining PRHG, Duffy was the VP of […]
Pet Promo Pack Offers Retailers, Manufacturers New Sampling Opportunity
Pet Promo Pack has announced the launch of its new pet product retail sample box. This box connects pet retailers with a curated selection of top pet brands, providing them access to emerging brands not typically available through their current distributors. It also offers pet brands the chance to reach and sell directly to hundreds […]
Royal Canin North America Names Greg McDaniels to Senior Director Role
Greg McDaniels has been promoted to senior director of national accounts in the Pet Specialty, Retail and Omnichannel Business Unit at Royal Canin North America, a division of Mars, Incorporated. McDaniels, who joined Royal Canin in 2015, brings experience from both specialty retail and veterinary sectors. His leadership style, influenced by his parents’ example of […]
Husband-Wife Team Opens New Hounds Town USA Location in Las Vegas
Leading doggy daycare and boarding provider Hounds Town USA has opened a new location in the Mountain’s Edge region of Las Vegas. This new facility, located at 10415 S. Rainbow Boulevard, Suite 102, is a 20-minute drive from the city’s downtown. Owned and operated by husband-wife team Kimberly and Paul Ballou, the new location officially […]
Dog Daycare and Boarding Franchise Hounds Town USA Opens Second Denver Location
Hounds Town USA, a unique concept in doggie daycare, boarding and pet spa services, has unveiled its second location in Denver, with a new facility situated at 11465 W Interstate 70 Frontage Road. Owned and operated by Chris and Jessica McNaughton, the West Denver location commenced operations on February 28. Identifying the growing need for […]
ZIWI Peak Steam & Dried: NZ Pet Food Manufacturer Releases New Range of Ultra-Premium Foods
New Zealand-based premium pet food manufacturer ZIWI is rolling out a new range in the ultra-premium category, featuring raw, ethically sourced animal proteins, functional ingredients and new technologies. New ZIWI Peak Steam & Dried, developed by ZIWI’s innovation team, includes new products for both dogs and cats, available in a multitude of recipes and sizes. […]
Kennel Connection CEO Marks Milestones with New Software, Promotions
Leading provider of software solutions for the petcare industry Kennel Connection is marking three years under the leadership of CEO Jeff Brodsly by unveiling a major software update to its platform, along with personnel changes in key business areas. Kennel Connection will release a full-cloud version of its software, as the company evolves away from […]
Colorfil’s NASA-Approved, Award-Winning Air Filters Expand to Retailers Nationwide
Colorfil Air Filters has announced a nationwide retail expansion for its products through partnerships with Chewy.com and Lowes.com. Colorfil, the NASA-approved air filter for pet odors, removes small particles from the air to eliminate pet odors and promote a healthy indoor environment. Colorfil’s air filter technology was originally designed by an aerospace company called Serionix in [&he[...]
Petco Love Provides Shots to Free Clinics for National Pet Vaccination Month
Retailer Petco’s nonprofit Petco Love is supplying vaccines to animal welfare organizations across the country, enabling them to hold free clinics in their communities for National Pet Vaccination Month in March. Under its “Vaccinated and Loved” campaign, Petco Love aims to enhance access to care for pets nationwide, especially in regions where deadly diseases are […]