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October 2005 / Issue 8
President's Message
APPPA member companies of all sizes are facing a growing level of government regulation on the federal, state, and local levels. The impact of new regulations can be very difficult to deal with, and individual companies are not always able to understand such changes. We are fortunate that APPMA provides extraordinary resources to help our member companies navigate the complexities of government regulations that might affect our daily activities.... For complete story, click here
APPMA News
Pet Night a Hit on Capitol Hill
On September 22nd, APPMA co-sponsored the Ninth Annual "Pet Night on Capitol Hill" reception. The primary sponsor, Animal Health Institute, in conjunction with its members and 8 affiliate sponsors, invited members of Congress and their staff as well as two very special guests, Terem who played “Moses” in the blockbuster hit “Meet the Fockers” and Peanut, who also appeared in the film as “Mr. Jinx”. ... For complete story,
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Survey Says
Using The 2005-2006 APPMA National Pet Owners Survey: Unleash Opportunity and Harness Strategic Mishaps There's Something for Everyone in The National Pet Owners Survey Large and small businesses alike can gain an advantage from using the information in the NPOS. Your competition is no doubt scouring the pages of The Survey, as are new investors into the pet products industry. There’s no need to let them get an edge on you... For complete story, click here
Legal Briefs
What has the Government done for you lately? Our government is starting to recognize that the human-animal bond can't be ignored. The events and circumstances surrounding Hurricane Katrina were an example of how clearly unprepared government was, in some measure, due to its lack of understanding of the relationship we have with our pets... For complete story, click here
Distributor Dialogue
PIDA Management Conference Offers a Welcome Break for Busy Execs Held each year at a resort location, the meeting is an upscale retreat for the CEOs and top management of the pet industry’s leading firms to get away from the daily grind and explore the big picture issues affecting the industry. It’s a “Renaissance Weekend” exclusively for the pet trade... For complete story, click here
PIJAC Perspectives
Disease Issues Magnify Need for Industry-Wide Guidelines Recent incidents involving infected hamsters in pet stores emphasize the importance of retailers’ revisiting their animal husbandry guidelines to make sure that their staff are following basic sanitation and care procedures to minimize the risk of spreading zoonotic diseases... For complete story, click here
Hurricane Relief Efforts
APPMA Members Donate Much Needed Products to Pet Shelters in Aftermath of Hurricanes In the days immediately following Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, APPMA members immediately stepped in to donate hundreds of supplies for pet shelters in need. Also read on for details on how the National Disaster Search Dog Foundation Canines assisted in the Nation’s Two Disasters...For complete story, click here
Marketing/Communications/PR
Get Your PR Efforts Underway for Global Pet Expo 2006! If you haven’t checked out the Trade Show Marketing Kit online, now is the time to do so! We’ve also created a monthly check list to ensure you’re on track with your marketing efforts...For complete story, click here
Show Shakedown
Check Out Globalpetexpo.org for Exhibitor Prospectus, Marketing Kit, Floor Plan and More! Globalpetexpo.org features everything you ever needed to know about the trade show. Visit often to see how the show floor evolves. This new floor plan tool is great for buyers as well. When a buyer clicks on your booth, he will get detailed information on your company, including contact information and product descriptions. Get ready to hear from buyers even before the start of the show!... For complete story, click here
Industry Insight
Industry Becoming Investors’ Next Pet Project? Bob Vetere recently had the opportunity to make a presentation to retail investors on behalf of Bear Stearns for the third time in the past 12 months. It seems as though the pet industry continues to attract a great deal of attention from the investment community. What has proven very interesting to me is the level of interest of these investors along with how that interest has evolved... For complete story,
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Sponsorship Opportunities
Got Buyers? Make Event Marketing a Part of Your Strategy at Global Pet Expo 2006 Get the Most Bang for Your Buck at this year’s Show with a GPE Sponsorship! Sponsorship Opportunities are a key ingredient to a successful marketing plan. Sponsorships are an attractive way of steering attendees directly to your booth. They encompass various features and benefits to help you close the deal... For complete story, click here
APPMA Management Conference
Not Everything That Happens In Vegas Should Stay In Vegas: Take Home Valuable Information from The 2005 APPMA Management Conference Positioned as a one-of-a-kind opportunity to meet, greet and learn from key industry leaders, this Conference is your one opportunity to gather crucial industry information all in one place! The Conference will feature five General Session speakers including Tony Truesdale, Sr. V.P. of Merchandising at PetSmart, who will present a snapshot of today’s marketplace as well as a sneak-peek from PetSmart’s perspective as to where it is heading...For complete story, click here
Referral Network
Are you seeking new business opportunities? The Referral Network may have just what you’re looking for...For complete story, click here