SPECIAL SERIES PART 3: TEACHING THE PET INDUSTRY NEW TRICKS

To access all interviews from the special series “Teaching the pet industry new tricks” visit twowest.com/specialseries.

With more than 1,000 stores across all 50 states, PETCO has steadily grown its offerings and consumer loyalty over the last 45 years. During this same time, the market for pet food, pet supplies, pet health care and pet services has grown into a multibillion-dollar industry. Elisabeth… read more.

The latest installment of The Brand Show Roadshow takes us to Orlando, FL, for the APPA Global Pet Expo. Roadshow hosts Justin Shaw and Scott Burditt had the opportunity to discuss trends and challenges with the pet industry’s retail brand leaders. In this episode, Reed Howlett, CEO of Nature’s Variety, offers commentary on how his brand seeks innovation in retail marketing.… read more.

SPECIAL SERIES PART 5: TEACHING THE PET INDUSTRY NEW TRICKS

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Born out of Hill’s Pet Nutrition, animal nutrition company ZuPreem manufactures foods for exotic zoo animals including primates, felines, and bears. Over the years, they have transitioned their company to add consumer-oriented diets… read more.

To access all interviews from the special series “Teaching the pet industry new tricks” visit twowest.com/specialseries.

Founded in 1958, the American Pet Products Association is made up of 1,000 pet product manufacturers, representatives, importers and livestock providers. Each year, this organization hosts the Global Pet Expo, the pet industry’s largest… read more.

SPECIAL SERIES PART 2: TEACHING THE PET INDUSTRY NEW TRICKS

To access all interviews from the special series “Teaching the pet industry new tricks” visit twowest.com/specialseries.

Combining veterinary practices and diagnostic laboratory services, VCA Antech has emerged as one of America’s leading providers of pet health services.  The Brand Show connects with Dr. Alexis Nahama, Vice President of Marketing for VCA Antech to discuss the changing trends of pet owners.

Dr. Nahama… read more.

SPECIAL SERIES PART 1: TEACHING THE PET INDUSTRY NEW TRICKS.

To access all interviews from the special series “Teaching the pet industry new tricks” visit twowest.com/specialseries.

The all-natural pet treat segment is a $2 billion business that is expected to grow 18 percent in 2010. Since 1989, Three Dog Bakery has been a key player in this developing category providing wholesome, natural, oven-baked pet food products throughout the United States, China and Japan. Jeff Fromm, part-owner of the all-natural pet food retailer,… read more.

SPECIAL SERIES PART 1: TEACHING THE PET INDUSTRY NEW TRICKS.

To access all interviews from the special series “Teaching the pet industry new tricks” visit twowest.com/specialseries.

If you have flown in the last two decades, you have likely flipped through a SkyMall Magazine. Offering a wide range of products from backyard umbrellas to voice-recording pens, the magazine offers something for everyone, particularly the proud pet owner. Bill McCoy, Product Director for… read more.

In 2008 and 2009, scores of major retailers delivered a steady stream of bad news, from layoffs to store closings to bankruptcy. While the plagued economy has decimated the retail sector, one category remains seemingly unscathed by anemic consumer spending: the companion animal industry. March 25 – 27, 2010 independent retailers, distributors and mass–market buyers will gather in Orlando, Florida for the Global Pet Expo presented by the American Pet Products Association (APPA) and read more.