Taking place March 12 - 14 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, Calif ., the Natural Products Expo West will draw more than 53,0 more>>

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) published a proposed rule on March 12 that seeks to list the Burmese python and eight other constrictor snakes as “injurious wildlife” under the Lacey Act, thus prohibiting the importation and interstate trade of the invasive species. more>>

Oil-Dri Corp. of America, a Chicago-based manufacturer of cat litter and supplier of sorbent products, reported a decline in net sales and unit volume of its Cat’s Pride brand of cat litter products for the second quarter ended Jan. 31. more>>

Pet Sitters International (PSI), a trade association representing the pet care industry, plans to hold its 16th Quest for Excellence Convention Feb. 9 to 12, 2011, in New Orleans. more>>

Florida lawmakers have introduced bills in both of the legislative houses that seek to ban five snake species and certain reptiles for “personal use.” more>>

Due to concerns of salmonella contamination, Nature’s Variety of Lincoln, Neb., has expanded a voluntary recall of its Chicken Formula Raw Frozen Diets for cats and dogs to include additional “Best If Used By” dates. more>>

The Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control has proposed changes to rules governing pet stores, breeding kennels and other animal facilities. more>>

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) urges pet owners who shop for prescription pet medicines online to make sure they remain A.W.A.R.E. of exactly what they are buying. more>>

Any person who confines or tethers a dog in an “unreasonable manner” would be subject to a fine under a bill recently introduced by Connecticut lawmakers. A hearing on the measure is scheduled for March 8 before the Joint Environment Committee. more>>

Petsmart Inc. reported it performed better than it expected in the fourth quarter, as improvements in store traffic and a strong holiday season bolstered its financial results. more>>

Supervalu Inc., a supermarket operator based in Minneapolis, Minn., has launched a new pet food and supply line called WholeCare Pet. The company is marketing the new brand as an affordable alternative to leading national brands. more>>

Starting on April 3, the American Humane Association (AHA) kicks off its “Every Day Is Tag Day” annual event to encourage pet owners to tag and microchip their cats and dogs so that a lost pet has a better chance of being recovered, the AHA said. more>>

Bergan LLC, a Monkey Island, Okla.-based manufacturer of pet supplies, has launched an overseas division, Bergan UK, to support European demand for its products. more>>

The U.S. pet market grew to $53 billion in 2009 and overall sales are expected to continue to increase over the next few years, according to a report released March 2 by market research publisher Packaged Facts. more>>

The California Fish and Game Commission is poised to consider two items at its March 3 meeting that address non-native frogs and turtles. more>>

Tractor Supply Company, a farm and ranch store chain based in Brentwood, Tenn., has launched a premium private label dog food, 4health. more>>

The International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP) will host its 10th annual conference in Hutto, Texas, March 18 to 21. more>>

Arizona legislators have introduced a measure that seeks to ban the import, transport and possession of a long list of animals characterized as dangerous wildlife. more>>

Andis Company, a manufacturer of handheld tools for animal groomers, plans to develop a 50,000 square foot expansion of its headquarters, at 1800 Renaissance Blvd., Sturtevant, Wis. more>>

OurPet’s Company, a proprietary pet supply company out of Fairport Harbor, Ohio, has reported record financial results fori ts fourth quarter and year ended Dec. 31, 2009. more>>