Pet Food Experts in negotiations to acquire select assets of Animal Supply Company
Breaking: Pet Food Experts is in talks to acquire select assets of Animal Supply Company (ASC). Negotiations have not yet been finalized, however, Pet Food Experts leadership believes this acquisition is a “strategic move” that will align the distributor’s long term goal of broadening its capabilities to improve upon serving pet industry manufacturers. It would also provide Pet Food Experts with access to ASC’s portfolio of brands, including Diamond, KONG, Merrick, and World’s Best Cat Litter, among others.
If the acquisition is successful, it could lead to a stronger, more comprehensive pet food distribution network, with a wider range of products and services available to manufacturers, retailers, and ultimately, pet owners.
ASC’s network of distribution centers spans the Western, Northeastern, Southern and Southeastern regions of the US.
Pet Food Experts’ distribution network spans from the Pacific Northwest to the Northeast with facilities strategically located in Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Illinois Colorado, California and Washington state
Pet Food Experts has more than 30 years of experience building connections with pet manufacturers and retailers. To date, the distributor has amassed a portfolio of top pet brands and partnership with more than 6,500 independent pet retailers across 39 states. Pet Food Experts’ portfolio includes notable brands including Barkworthies, Coastal Pet Products and GreenJuju.
ASC is a leading distributor of wholesale pet products dedicated to enhancing the lives and well-being of pets. ASC’s portfolio of brands include Boss Brands, Dog-O’s, Zignature and Naturally Fresh, and more. The distributor takes pride in distributing the highest quality wholesale products while connecting reputable brands with independent retailers who align with ASC’s belief that pets are part of the family.