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1:24 AM February 04, 2012
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Pet Product News International Blogs
Pick a favorite blog from below or check them all out. We’ll have a new post almost every week.
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David Alderton, a U.K.-based writer and broadcaster who specializes in all things pet-related, reports weekly on news, views and/or insights on pet industry-related subjects of interest to the United Kingdom and occasionally beyond to the Continent. David has received awards from both the Cats Writers’ Association of America and the Dog Writers’ Association of America, which honored his work with a Maxwell Medallion.
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Melanie Dallas is the owner of Sloppy Kisses, a boutique business with locations in Saratoga Springs and Clifton Park Center, N.Y. A retail shop owner since 1997, she opened her first pet boutique in 2006. The second boutique opened in March of 2009. Strong motivation and a dedication to marketing have made Dallas a success in the pet product business. Read Melanie's advice» |
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Successful fish store owner Patrick Donston, of Absolutely Fish in Clifton, N.J., discusses the ins and outs of the aquatic industry from an “in the trenches” retailer perspective. Patrick holds an MS in Ichthyology studies and has been in the aquatics industry more than 20 years. His 7,000 square foot store offers thousands of choices and excellent service. Absolutely Fish was selected as Pet Product News International’s Retailer of the Year for 2003-2004.
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David Lass has owned and operated retail pet stores and a wholesale fish import and export business. He is a frequent contributor to FAMA and has covered many aspects of the aquarium and pond hobbies. He is also a well-respected moderator on FishChannel.com.
Follow David's discussions»
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Julie Jacobs is owner of Dogs & Friends, an online boutique of high-fashion products for dogs. With more than 20 years of experience as a sales and marketing professional in New York City's designer apparel industry, combined with her passion for working with dogs, Julie brings a unique perspective to the world of selling pet products via the Web. Every other week, she will be focusing on all things related to successful e-tailing. Julie can be reached at julie@dogandfriends.com.
Check out what Julie has to offer» |
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Elizabeth Creith lives and writes in Northern Ontario, Canada. Together with her husband, David Syme (and her Australian shepherd Sky), she owns Animalia Pets & Supplies in Sault Ste Marie. Her articles on the pet trade and exotic pets and their care have appeared in several online and print publications. Elizabeth also blogs about writing and life.
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Carol Frank, founder of four pet companies, shares tips for small business success in areas such as increasing profitability, planning for growth, managing resources and reducing stress. Carol has been featured on the Oprah Winfrey Show, MSNBC and NBC News and is the author of the book Do As I Say, Not As I Did! She is now an investment banker specializing in the pet industry, helping companies buy, sell, or re-capitalize their businesses. She can be reached at carol@carolfrank.com.Learn business tips» |
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