February 26, 2016

Mars Acquires Iams, Eukanuba and Natura Brands from P&G

Mars, Incorporated and The Procter & Gamble Company officials announced today Mars has agreed to buy the Iams, Eukanuba, and Naturabrands for $2.9 billion. The companies are expected to complete […]

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February 26, 2016

Changes in Wal-Mart’s pet department

Amy Markum has been promoted to Category Director of Pets for Wal-Mart. This position is new to the company. Markum previously worked as Senior Buyer in Pets. A replacement should […]

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February 26, 2016

Tomlinson’s Feed adds 7th store

Tomlinson’s Feed and Pet opened its seventh location this month. The Austin-based pet specialty retailer’s new location is in New Braunfels. A grand opening is slated for June 22.  To […]

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February 26, 2016

Del Monte & Natural Balance Pet Foods Merger

On May 22, Del Monte Foods and Natural Balance Pet Foods announced that the two companies have signed a merger agreement.   “Natural Balance will continue to offer pet parents […]

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February 26, 2016

Interview with Phil Brown, Nutri-Vet

Pet Insight spoke with Phil Brown, a veterinary consultant for Nutri-Vet pet supplements, to get his input on how Nutri-Vet works with independent retailers and on the future of the […]

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February 26, 2016

Interview with Lucy Postins, The Honest Kitchen

Lucy Postins of The Honest Kitchen took time to discuss the company’s current offerings, recent past and upcoming offerings with Pet Insight.   Pet Insight: Who do you see as […]

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February 26, 2016

Interview with Mark Hughes, Swheat Scoop

Pet Insight spoke with Mark Hughes of Pet Care Systems about Swheat Scoop, the company’s brand of cat litter made from processed wheat.   Who do you see as your […]

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February 26, 2016

Product Spotlight: Buckley Dog Treats

Buckley’s Todd Rowan spoke with Pet Insight about Buckley’s lines of salmon and chicken jerkey treats for dogs.   What is it: Buckley jerky treats for dogs are 100% USA […]

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February 26, 2016

Interview: Jack Armstrong, Armstrong’s Crickets

Armstrong’s Cricket Farm has been selling crickets for more than 60 years, and currently has approximately 70 million crickets between its two farms.   Pet Insight had the chance to […]

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February 26, 2016

Product Spotlight: Aussie Naturals’ Water Buffalo Horns

ABO Gear’s Julian Morton shares some information about the company’s latest product: dog chews made from water buffalo horns. What is it: Water buffalo horn. This is the new “ Antler”. A […]

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