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Oct 11, 2023

Pet Supplies Plus, Wag N’ Wash Commit to Sustainability, Partner With TerraCycle

Press release: Pet Supplies Plus Pet Supplies Plus, the largest and most trusted pet retail franchise in the United States, and Wag N’ Wash, the emerging self-wash, grooming and natural pet food franchise, recently announced a partnership with TerraCycle, an international leader in innovative sustainability solutions. Living under parent company PSP Group, LLC, both Pet Supplies Plus [&hel[...]

Oct 11, 2023

Pet Obesity Survey Reveals Weighty Impact of Excess Weight for Dogs, Owners

Press release: Purina A new survey1 from Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets that was released on National Pet Obesity Awareness Day found that excess physical weight in dogs carries an emotional weight for their owners, and that many owners view their dogs as thinner than they really are. Results showed that approximately one in five […]

Oct 11, 2023

Scenthound Signs 250th Location, Challenges Pet Industry to Focus on Dog Hygiene

Press release: Scenthound As National Pet Wellness Month unfolds, Scenthound, the foremost advocate for routine hygiene and wellness care for dogs, is urging dog parents across the nation to take proactive steps toward ensuring the well-being of their four-legged families. Emphasizing the significance of preventive care, Scenthound is encouraging pet owners to focus on routine hygiene […]

Oct 10, 2023

Study: Grain-Free Dog Diets Had No Negative Impact on Heart Health, Did Not Lead to DCM

Press release: BSM Partners Veterinarians and animal nutritionists from BSM Partners, the largest pet care research and consulting firm, and a group of board-certified veterinary cardiologists have published the results of a seven-month study that found grain-free diets had no negative impact on canine cardiac function and did not lead to the development of dilated […]

Oct 10, 2023

Pet Business Report: 2022 U.S. Pet Supplies Spending Drops $1.86B

According to John Gibbons, the Pet Business Professor, total pet spending grew to $102.71 billion in 2022, up $2.73 billion (+2.7 percent) from 2021. After a record $8.75 billion (+57 percent) increase in 2021 the supplies segment fell $1.86 billion, (-7.8 percent) to $21.94 billion in 2022. (Note: All numbers in this report come from […]

Oct 9, 2023

Mars Petcare Appoints Najoh Tita-Reid as New Chief Brand & Experience Officer

Press release: Mars, Inc. Mars, Incorporated has announced that Najoh Tita-Reid, current chief marketing officer, Logitech, will join the company as chief brand & experience Officer (CBExO) for the Petcare segment on November 20. The newly created role will see Tita-Reid lead the growth agenda, helping create a seamless brand and consumer experience across the […]

Oct 9, 2023

PetSmart, Petsense Founder Publishes Pet Industry Memoir ‘Pet Project’

Press release: Jim Dougherty Jim Dougherty, Founder of PetSmart and Petsense by Tractor Supply, a U.S. Marine Veteran and winner of the World Pet Association’s Pet Industry Lifetime Achievement Award, has launched his newest book: “Pet Project: How a Simple Idea Transformed the Pet Industry Fur-ever.” This extraordinary memoir gives an insightful look into the […]

Oct 6, 2023

Basepaws Launches Most Extensive Dog DNA Test, Disease Risk Detection

Press release: Basepaws Basepaws, a leader in feline DNA testing and genetics, is entering the canine market with the most extensive DNA test for dogs, accelerating the health genetic testing landscape. Basepaws Breed + Health Dog DNA Test helps pet owners shift from reactive to proactive care, offering easy swabbing and mobile-friendly results for a simplified […]

Oct 6, 2023

Catit, Tiki Cat Sponsor CFA International Cat Show & Expo’s Return to Cleveland

Press release: CFA The Cat Fanciers’ Association (CFA) recently announced the highly anticipated return of the CFA International Cat Show and Expo to Cleveland after a four-year hiatus. This exciting event will take place on October 14-15, 2023, at the renowned I-X Center, where nearly 1,000 fancy, athletic, adoptable and famous cats will once again come together […]

Oct 5, 2023

2023 Pet Innovation Awards Announces Pet Care Industry Winners

Press release: Pet Innovation Awards The Pet Innovation Awards, an independent recognition platform highlighting the most innovative companies, services, and products in the highly competitive pet care industry, recently announced the winners of its fifth annual program. These winners stand out as the best of the best in the multi-billion dollar pet industry. “The winners […]

Oct 5, 2023

Wahl Helps Reveal America’s 10 Most Amazing Shelter Dog Makeovers

Press release: Wahl Home Products Zen was rescued from a horrendous hoarding case. She arrived at the shelter with mange that required regular medicated baths and had severe damage to one of her eyes. Thankfully, after extensive grooming and care, the little pup went from sick, to healthy, to spunky in no time. Zen’s triumphant story […]

Oct 5, 2023

Local Pups Can Now Come, Sit & Stay at New Dogtopia Location in Lafayette

Press release: Dogtopia Dogtopia, the nation’s leading dog daycare, overnight, and spa franchise, is opening a new location in Lafayette on October 10. Situated at 5539 Johnston Street, Suite 100, Dogtopia in Lafayette will provide award-winning services to dog parents in the community. Providing personalized care for Lafayette pups in a fun, enriching, and safe environment, Dogtopia s[...]