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Children’s toy maker Fisher-Price Inc. plans to enter the pet category with the September launch of a line of dog toys. more>>
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The American Humane Association has named Robin Ganzert, Ph.D., as president and CEO, effective Oct. 1. more>>
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Due to salmonella concerns, Procter & Gamble (P&G) is voluntarily recalling a limited number of bags of its Iams Proactive Health Indoor Weight & Hairball Care dry cat food, which according to the company, may have been sold in a couple of stores in Loveland, Colo. more>>
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Seasons Natural Petfood of Mira Loma, Calif., reported it plans to launch what is being billed as the world’s first climate-specific dog food. more>>
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Instant Ocean, an aquarium salt brand owned by United Pet Group, reported today that it has teamed up with the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas in New Orleans and the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta to support the two nonprofits’ efforts to rescue and rehabilitate Gulf marine life impacted by the BP oil more>>
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Sleepypod, the manufacturer of Sleepypod pet carriers, reported that its corporate headquarters has moved to a larger facility in Pasadena, Calif. more>>
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The Rio Rancho, N.M., City Council plans to consider on Wednesday, August 25, an extensive overhaul of its ordinances governing pet businesses and animal facilities, the Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council reported. more>>
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Eight companies have formed a new organization to represent animal supplement manufacturers, marketers, ingredient suppliers and others in the segment. more>>
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A Memphis City Council committee has recommended mandatory spaying or neutering of cats and dogs. more>>
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Stoney Creek Fisheries and Equipment Inc./EasyPro Pond Products, a Grant, Mich.-based supplier and manufacturer of pond products, celebrated its 40th anniversary with an open house event on July 22 to 24. more>>
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Kona’s Chips of Oakdale, Calif., reported that its chicken jerky dog treats, which are marketed under the same name as the company, received ‘Made in the USA’ certification from Made in USA Certified Inc. of Delray Beach, Fla. more>>
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California Senate Bill 250, which would require spay or neuter surgery for most of the state’s dogs and cats, has moved to a third reading after being shelved as inactive for almost a year. more>>
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The National Association of Professional Pet Sitters (NAPPS) is accepting nominations for its Pet Sitting Business of the Year Award for 2011. more>>
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Nonprofits continue to take a beating in the wake of one of the nation’s worst economic downturns, according to GuideStar USA Inc.’s recent economic survey of public charity and private foundations. more>>
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Spectrum Brands Holdings Inc., a Madison, Wis.-based manufacturer of pet supplies, lawn care products and consumer goods, reported today a net loss of $86.5 million on net sales of $653.5 million for the third quarter ended July 4, compared to a net loss of $36.5 million on net sales of $589.4 milli more>>
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Private equity firm Irving Place Capital reported yesterday that it has agreed to acquire Pet Supplies “Plus,” a Farmington Hills, Mich.-based pet specialty retailer. more>>
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The El Paso City Council has tabled a proposed ordinance that would prohibit pet stores in El Paso, Texas, from selling dogs and cats. more>>
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San Francisco’s Commission of Animal Control & Welfare is scheduled for Aug. 12, 2010, to continue its discussion and possibly vote on whether the city should ban pet sales. more>>
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