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The Toy Association unveils 2020 Toy of the Year Award finalists
The Toy Association unveiled 114 toy and game finalists for the prestigious 2020 Toy of the Year (TOTY) Awards. Known as the "Oscars" of the toy industry, the TOTY Awards program recognizes the top playthings on... more »
Better Cities For Pets Annual Report highlights seven pet-friendly trends
Mars Petcare and its Better Cities for Pets program released its first Annual Report, demonstrating how pet ownership is shaping our communities. From housing and business policy to overarching economic health, pets are making a profound... more »
Petco Foundation’s Lifesaving Awards honor heroes in animal welfare
On Nov. 14, 2019, the Petco Foundation will celebrate 20 years of saving lives at its Lifesaving Awards in San Diego, California, where 500 pet-loving guests will come together to honor extraordinary animal welfare heroes. Hosted by Emmy award-winning journalist Nancy... more »
Dallas Total Home & Gift Market shares its theme for 2020
Dallas Market Center, a lifestyle marketplace in North America, shared The Five Senses is the theme for 2020 markets beginning with Total Home & Gift Market held Jan. 8-14, 2020. The theme will be presented... more »
Pavilions at Las Vegas Market showcase new and returning lines
Las Vegas Market noted that more than 90 new and returning exhibitors will be among the 450+ temporary gift and home resources showcased in the Pavilions at the Jan. 26-30, 2020 Winter 2020 Market. “The... more »
Survey provides useful pet industry data for independent retailers
The 2017-2018 APPA National Pet Owners Survey revealed that overall pet ownership has increased over the past few decades. Approximately 68% of all households that participated in the survey own pets. Dogs take the top... more »
SBA kicks off National Veterans Small Business Week 2019
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will celebrate the accomplishments of veteran, service member, and military spouse small business owners nationwide during National Veterans Small Business Week, Nov. 4-8. “This week is dedicated to celebrating... more »
Better Choice Company signs agreement to acquire Halo
Better Choice Company, Inc., an animal health and wellness CBD company, shared it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire holistic pet foods leader Halo, Purely for Pets. “Halo is a well-established, premium brand and falls... more »
Rubie’s Costume Company discusses this year’s hottest Halloween costumes
On Oct. 30, 2019, Howard Beige, executive vice president with Rubie's Costume Company discussed this year's hottest Halloween costumes on Mornings with Maria on Fox Business. Beige pointed out the number one costume for children... more »
Pet Industry Leadership Summit offers resources
The Pet Industry Leadership Summit 2020 will be held Jan. 13-15, 2020 in San Diego, California. The Summit 2020 is jointly sponsored by APPA, PIDA and WPA and offers resources to participants that include a mix... more »
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