Fressnapf increased its 2010 pet product sales by 7.6% over the previous year, to €1.28 billion (US$1.75 billion) in 11 countries, according to the company.
In Germany, the company reported sales of €874.7 million (US$1,198 million) equivalent to an increase of 5.2% compared with the previous year. In the other 10 countries in which its products are sold, Fressnapf reported sales of €403.4 million (US$552.3 million) for fiscal 2010, a sales growth of 13.3% compared with the previous year.
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Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
Study: Healthy cats can act sick when their routine is disrupted
Healthy cats were just as likely as chronically ill cats to refuse food, vomit frequently and leave waste outside their litter box in response to changes in their routine, according to the Ohio State University study.
Veterinary clinicians refer to these acts as sickness behaviors.The researchers documented sickness behaviors in healthy cats and in cats with feline interstitial cystitis, a chronic illness characterized by recurring discomfort or pain in the bladder and often both an urgent and frequent need to urinate.
When the cats experienced what were called “unusual external events,” such as a change in feeding schedule or caretaker, the healthy cats were just as likely to exhibit sickness behaviors as were the chronically ill cats. The two groups had the same number of sickness behaviors in response to unusual events, and both groups were at more than three times the risk of acting sick when their routines were disrupted.
Previous research has indicated that a diagnosis of interstitial cystitis, known as IC, in cats is strongly associated with a number of other health problems. The fact that healthy cats exhibit some of those same problems in the face of stress suggests that veterinary clinicians should consider cats’ environmental conditions during assessments for health problems, researchers say.
The study is published in the Jan. 1, 2011, issue of the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association.
Veterinary clinicians refer to these acts as sickness behaviors.The researchers documented sickness behaviors in healthy cats and in cats with feline interstitial cystitis, a chronic illness characterized by recurring discomfort or pain in the bladder and often both an urgent and frequent need to urinate.
When the cats experienced what were called “unusual external events,” such as a change in feeding schedule or caretaker, the healthy cats were just as likely to exhibit sickness behaviors as were the chronically ill cats. The two groups had the same number of sickness behaviors in response to unusual events, and both groups were at more than three times the risk of acting sick when their routines were disrupted.
Previous research has indicated that a diagnosis of interstitial cystitis, known as IC, in cats is strongly associated with a number of other health problems. The fact that healthy cats exhibit some of those same problems in the face of stress suggests that veterinary clinicians should consider cats’ environmental conditions during assessments for health problems, researchers say.
The study is published in the Jan. 1, 2011, issue of the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association.
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Animal obesity on the rise
The rise of obesity is no longer confined to humans, according to a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report.
Data gathered from over 20,000 animals of eight different species indicated that increasing body weight is a unanimous problem. Domestic cats and domestic dogs were included in the study, which also focused on laboratory macaques, chimpanzees, vervet monkeys, marmosets, mice and both domestic and feral rats. Female cats, according to the research, grew by 13.6% per decade, while male cats grew by 5.7%. Dogs' body weight increased by 2% to 3% per decade. "It just highlights how little we understand about what's happening in terms of why we see this rise in body weight in our population," said Jennifer Kuk, an obesity researcher at York University in Toronto. "Perhaps this problem isn't as simple as just energy intake and energy expenditure, which has been the prevailing message over the last 10 years."
Pathogens, artificial environments, air conditioning and central heat—they all present themselves as possible causes for the obesity trend in both humans and animals, said lead study researcher David Allison of the University of Alabama, Birmingham. "In the winter, you're not expending as much energy, because the room is kept warmer," said Allison. "In the summer, it doesn't get so hot, and we know that heat drives food intake down." However, he said, more research is needed to bring all the factors that might be causing domestic animals to grow obese alongside their humans out of the realm of speculation.
Data gathered from over 20,000 animals of eight different species indicated that increasing body weight is a unanimous problem. Domestic cats and domestic dogs were included in the study, which also focused on laboratory macaques, chimpanzees, vervet monkeys, marmosets, mice and both domestic and feral rats. Female cats, according to the research, grew by 13.6% per decade, while male cats grew by 5.7%. Dogs' body weight increased by 2% to 3% per decade. "It just highlights how little we understand about what's happening in terms of why we see this rise in body weight in our population," said Jennifer Kuk, an obesity researcher at York University in Toronto. "Perhaps this problem isn't as simple as just energy intake and energy expenditure, which has been the prevailing message over the last 10 years."
Pathogens, artificial environments, air conditioning and central heat—they all present themselves as possible causes for the obesity trend in both humans and animals, said lead study researcher David Allison of the University of Alabama, Birmingham. "In the winter, you're not expending as much energy, because the room is kept warmer," said Allison. "In the summer, it doesn't get so hot, and we know that heat drives food intake down." However, he said, more research is needed to bring all the factors that might be causing domestic animals to grow obese alongside their humans out of the realm of speculation.
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Researchers use pyrosequencing to study canine intestinal bacteria
A dog’s indiscriminate taste is not always a positive trait. In fact, it can lead to gastrointestinal infections and consequent ailments such as diarrhea and vomiting that come from eating spoiled people food and petfood.
Other dogs develop gastrointestinal diseases, such as inflammatory bowel diseases, that are not directly attributed to the diet, but are influenced by intestinal bacteria.
Researchers at the University of Illinois are working to devise dietary interventions to combat these infections through advanced DNA pyrosequencing technology.
This new method of DNA sequencing has helped researchers uncover the phylogeny in a healthy dog’s gut. The goal was to obtain a standard that could be used as a comparison to diseased states in the future.
“It’s a first step toward making progress in our understanding of how diet affects gastrointestinal infections,” said Kelly Swanson, PhD, University of Illinois associate professor of animal science. “Dogs do not rely heavily on microbial fermentation as it pertains to energy requirements, but a balanced and stable microbiota is critical for maintaining gastrointestinal health.”
Other dogs develop gastrointestinal diseases, such as inflammatory bowel diseases, that are not directly attributed to the diet, but are influenced by intestinal bacteria.
Researchers at the University of Illinois are working to devise dietary interventions to combat these infections through advanced DNA pyrosequencing technology.
This new method of DNA sequencing has helped researchers uncover the phylogeny in a healthy dog’s gut. The goal was to obtain a standard that could be used as a comparison to diseased states in the future.
“It’s a first step toward making progress in our understanding of how diet affects gastrointestinal infections,” said Kelly Swanson, PhD, University of Illinois associate professor of animal science. “Dogs do not rely heavily on microbial fermentation as it pertains to energy requirements, but a balanced and stable microbiota is critical for maintaining gastrointestinal health.”
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
MarketResearch adds new report on natural pet products
MarketResearch added a new report by Packaged Facts, titled “Natural, Organic and Eco-Friendly Pet Products in the U.S., 3rd Edition.”
The report divides the market into two classifications: petfood and pet care. For each classification of the natural and organic market, the report provides retail sales estimates from 2005 through 2014. It also provides competitive strategies and profiles of key industry manufacturers, along with trends in new product development. According to the report's pet owner consumer survey, 62% of dog owners and 56% of cat owners have purchased natural or organic pet products within the last three months.
The report divides the market into two classifications: petfood and pet care. For each classification of the natural and organic market, the report provides retail sales estimates from 2005 through 2014. It also provides competitive strategies and profiles of key industry manufacturers, along with trends in new product development. According to the report's pet owner consumer survey, 62% of dog owners and 56% of cat owners have purchased natural or organic pet products within the last three months.
Monday, February 15, 2010
Pet industry grows 5.4% in 2009
The American Pet Products Association released its annual review of spending data and reports, which shows that overall spending in the pet industry grew by 5.4% from 2008 to 2009 and is projected to increase by 4.9% in 2010 to US$45.4 billion.
The petfood sector was up by 3.6%, going from US$16.8 billion in 2008 to US$17.4 billion in 2009.
The continued growth for petfood is credited to pet humanization that can be seen in petfood trends following human food and diet trends.
The petfood sector was up by 3.6%, going from US$16.8 billion in 2008 to US$17.4 billion in 2009.
The continued growth for petfood is credited to pet humanization that can be seen in petfood trends following human food and diet trends.
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Petfood companies participate in Romer Labs survey
Romer Labs, a company that specializes in diagnostic solutions for food and feed safety, conducted its first Check-Sample Survey in November with its Brazilian subsidiary.
The aflatoxin test samples were dispatched to 49 laboratories in Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay. Almost 60% of the survey participants were from the food, petfood and feed sector, showing the ever-increasing quality consciousness of laboratories in South America.
The aflatoxin test samples were dispatched to 49 laboratories in Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay. Almost 60% of the survey participants were from the food, petfood and feed sector, showing the ever-increasing quality consciousness of laboratories in South America.
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Report reviews growing segments of pet market
Senior, weight management and special needs pet products may make significant developments in the current market, according to Bharat Book Bureau.
The US dog and cat population age six or older is increasing, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association.
Dogs six and older increased from 42% in 1996 to 44% in 2006, and cats of the same age rose from 37% to 44%.
Similarly, the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention said 44% of dogs and 57% of cats were overweight or obese as of 2008, up since 2007. And older animals had an even higher incidence of obesity.
To offer insight on this topic, the report discusses the following market segments:
*Petfood, including nutraceutical treats
*Prescription pet medications
*Devices and other non-food assistance products
*Pet supplements
The report can be purchased online.
The US dog and cat population age six or older is increasing, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association.
Dogs six and older increased from 42% in 1996 to 44% in 2006, and cats of the same age rose from 37% to 44%.
Similarly, the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention said 44% of dogs and 57% of cats were overweight or obese as of 2008, up since 2007. And older animals had an even higher incidence of obesity.
To offer insight on this topic, the report discusses the following market segments:
*Petfood, including nutraceutical treats
*Prescription pet medications
*Devices and other non-food assistance products
*Pet supplements
The report can be purchased online.
Monday, October 19, 2009
UK pet owners spend more on premium petfood
Based on a Pet Food Manufacturers Association (PFMA) survey, 90% of pet owners know that what they feed their pet affects its health and therefore they want to feed their pets the best-quality food. High-quality premium foods are therefore a growing market sector in the United Kingdom.
M&S Pet Insurance highlighted figures from online retailer and pharmacy BestPet, tracking a 30% rise in premium food sales over the past 12 months.
M&S Pet Insurance highlighted figures from online retailer and pharmacy BestPet, tracking a 30% rise in premium food sales over the past 12 months.
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Royal Canin studies strategies for feline weight loss
Royal Canin has conducted a study to find diets and strategies to help obese cats lose weight, according to a news report.
Three dietary strategies were evaluated.
Strategy A used a novel dry, high fiber ration;
strategy B used ready-prepared portions of dry and moist food;
strategy C used an existing commercial dry, high fiber ration fed with a measuring cup.
Cats were assessed at 4, 12 and 20 weeks, and adjustments to the energy allocation made if required.
Mean weight loss at 20 weeks (A: 11+/-1.3%, B: 10.9+/-1.2%, C: 11.9+/-1.7%) was similar among strategies. Owners' subjective hunger score was significantly higher with strategy C while their satisfaction was lowest with the same strategy.
This research was published August 12, 2009 in the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery.
Three dietary strategies were evaluated.
Strategy A used a novel dry, high fiber ration;
strategy B used ready-prepared portions of dry and moist food;
strategy C used an existing commercial dry, high fiber ration fed with a measuring cup.
Cats were assessed at 4, 12 and 20 weeks, and adjustments to the energy allocation made if required.
Mean weight loss at 20 weeks (A: 11+/-1.3%, B: 10.9+/-1.2%, C: 11.9+/-1.7%) was similar among strategies. Owners' subjective hunger score was significantly higher with strategy C while their satisfaction was lowest with the same strategy.
This research was published August 12, 2009 in the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery.
Monday, August 31, 2009
PetSmart lowers annual profit estimates
PetSmart Inc. announced lowering profit estimates for the full year, according to The Associated Press.
Despite profits being 5% higher in the second quarter than what analysts projected (shares were $0.31 each versus a projected $0.29), PetSmart lowered its earnings forecast to between $1.37 and $1.45 per share from a prior range of $1.42 to $1.52.
Despite profits being 5% higher in the second quarter than what analysts projected (shares were $0.31 each versus a projected $0.29), PetSmart lowered its earnings forecast to between $1.37 and $1.45 per share from a prior range of $1.42 to $1.52.
Friday, August 21, 2009
Decreasing net sales at Central Garden & Pet
Central Garden & Pet has registered a 2% decline in net sales in the third quarter ended June 27 compared with the same period in fiscal 2008, according to a news report.
In the operating income section the company reported an increase of 52% at US$51.6 million, compared with US$33.9 million in the year-ago period.
The pet products segment reported net sales of US$215 million, a decline of 10% compared with fiscal 2008. Operating income was US$29.8 million, compared with US$32.7 million in 2008.
In the operating income section the company reported an increase of 52% at US$51.6 million, compared with US$33.9 million in the year-ago period.
The pet products segment reported net sales of US$215 million, a decline of 10% compared with fiscal 2008. Operating income was US$29.8 million, compared with US$32.7 million in 2008.
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Steps to ensure 'green' food for pets
A Dallas, Texas-based company, Green Pet, has launched all-natural petfood, especially for pets that are prone to allergies from processed food, according to a news report.
According to the company, the following are the ways in which owners can ensure their dogs are eating "green":
• Look for dog and cat foods made from whole foods such as chicken, duck, lamb, whole-grain brown rice and flaxseed oil.
• If the first four or five ingredients look like something you would put on your plate for dinner, then you're doing well.
According to the company, the following are the ways in which owners can ensure their dogs are eating "green":
• Look for dog and cat foods made from whole foods such as chicken, duck, lamb, whole-grain brown rice and flaxseed oil.
• If the first four or five ingredients look like something you would put on your plate for dinner, then you're doing well.
Friday, July 3, 2009
Research: Summer best for pet industry
The Yellow Pages Association's research shows summer as the best time for the pet industry as its "Pet Supplies & Foods" heading sees peak usage in August, according to a press release from the association.
The heading sees about 23 million references annually. The consumers searching for petfood (22%) were usually looking for specialty dog food, such as biscuits or bones with no meat by-products.
"A good rule of thumb is any trend in human foods will be reflected fairly quickly in petfoods, such as natural options and vitamin supplements," said Bob Vetere, president of American Pet Products Association.
The heading sees about 23 million references annually. The consumers searching for petfood (22%) were usually looking for specialty dog food, such as biscuits or bones with no meat by-products.
"A good rule of thumb is any trend in human foods will be reflected fairly quickly in petfoods, such as natural options and vitamin supplements," said Bob Vetere, president of American Pet Products Association.
Thursday, July 2, 2009
PFI responds to study of fluoride in dog foods
The Pet Food Institute issued a statement June 30 in response to the Environmental Working Group's study of the amount of fluoride in 10 national brands of dog food, saying the report "makes a scientifically invalid extrapolation on the safe consumption level of fluoride for dogs based upon the established level for the water that people drink" and that it includes no new research beyond its own test results.
According to EWG, the study showed that eight of the brands contained fluoride amounts between 1.6 and 2.5 times higher than the US Environmental Protection Agency's maximum legal dose in drinking water. The EWG questioned whether the levels of fluoride found in the foods were safe for pets.
"The biology of humans is very different from the biology of dogs," the PFI said in the statement, calling the report "high on sensationalism, low on fact."
The EWG also claimed that bone meal and animal by-products were the "likely source of the fluoride contamination" and suggested that dog owners purchase petfoods that do not contain bone meal and other animal by-products to "protect pets from excessive fluoride exposures."
"Many petfood products contain bone meal and other animal by-products because they are critical sources of quality nutrition for dogs," the PFI's statement read. "Bone meal and other animal by-products are allowed for use in dog food by the US Food and Drug Administration and the US Department of Agriculture, the same agencies that regulate human foods."
To view the PFI's full statement, click here.
According to EWG, the study showed that eight of the brands contained fluoride amounts between 1.6 and 2.5 times higher than the US Environmental Protection Agency's maximum legal dose in drinking water. The EWG questioned whether the levels of fluoride found in the foods were safe for pets.
"The biology of humans is very different from the biology of dogs," the PFI said in the statement, calling the report "high on sensationalism, low on fact."
The EWG also claimed that bone meal and animal by-products were the "likely source of the fluoride contamination" and suggested that dog owners purchase petfoods that do not contain bone meal and other animal by-products to "protect pets from excessive fluoride exposures."
"Many petfood products contain bone meal and other animal by-products because they are critical sources of quality nutrition for dogs," the PFI's statement read. "Bone meal and other animal by-products are allowed for use in dog food by the US Food and Drug Administration and the US Department of Agriculture, the same agencies that regulate human foods."
To view the PFI's full statement, click here.
Monday, June 29, 2009
Poll: 50% of Americans treat pets like humans
A new AP/www.petside.com poll released June 23 showed that about 50% of American pet owners consider their pets to be a family member.
The survey revealed that 66% of single women said that their pet is a full member of the family while 46% of married women shared the same viewpoint. In comparison, 52% of single men consider their pet a family member, compared to 43% of married men.
The survey revealed that 66% of single women said that their pet is a full member of the family while 46% of married women shared the same viewpoint. In comparison, 52% of single men consider their pet a family member, compared to 43% of married men.
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Research firm: Pet industry to grow in 2009
The pet industry is expected to generate $51.6 billion this year, an increase of 1.3%from 2008, according to US industry research firm IBISWorld.
The firm predicted petfood production, which makes up 30% of the pet industry, to generate $15.2 billion this year and grow steadily in the next five years.
Over half of all pet owners have shown concern in what their pets are eating, according to IBISWorld, causing a shift in demand for premium, natural and organic petfood.
“Americans consider their pets as members of the family, making businesses that cater to our four-legged friends a stable, growing market,” said George Van Horn, senior analyst at IBISWorld.
The firm predicted petfood production, which makes up 30% of the pet industry, to generate $15.2 billion this year and grow steadily in the next five years.
Over half of all pet owners have shown concern in what their pets are eating, according to IBISWorld, causing a shift in demand for premium, natural and organic petfood.
“Americans consider their pets as members of the family, making businesses that cater to our four-legged friends a stable, growing market,” said George Van Horn, senior analyst at IBISWorld.
Friday, May 29, 2009
Pet market holds up despite economy
Despite the recession, the American Pet Products Assn. estimates Americans will spend $45.4 billion on pets in 2009, up 5.1% from last year, according to an article from BusinessWeek.
Proof of the recession-resistant market is PetSmart, whose stocks from the beginning of 2009 have risen 21%.
PetSmart beat expectations by controlling expenses and driving traffic to its stores through sales and other promotions, according to analyst Mike Baker, in addition to the need-based nature of petfood.
"We are executing well despite the economic climate and continue to define the pet specialty customer experience," chairman and chief executive Philip Francis told analysts in the article.
Proof of the recession-resistant market is PetSmart, whose stocks from the beginning of 2009 have risen 21%.
PetSmart beat expectations by controlling expenses and driving traffic to its stores through sales and other promotions, according to analyst Mike Baker, in addition to the need-based nature of petfood.
"We are executing well despite the economic climate and continue to define the pet specialty customer experience," chairman and chief executive Philip Francis told analysts in the article.
Monday, May 18, 2009
Petfood market still growing
According to the recently released Pet Food Manufacturers Association annual report on the condition of the petfood industry in the UK, sales showed a 7% increase in value for 2008.
Hill's Pet Nutrition reported petood sales by unit volume were down 7% in its first quarter, but pricing increases led to sales increasing 0.5%, with particular volume growth in Russia, Germany, Turkey, the Benelux countries and Austria.
Also in the first quarter, Nestle PetCare saw 11.5% organic growth and 5% real internal growth.
Hill's Pet Nutrition reported petood sales by unit volume were down 7% in its first quarter, but pricing increases led to sales increasing 0.5%, with particular volume growth in Russia, Germany, Turkey, the Benelux countries and Austria.
Also in the first quarter, Nestle PetCare saw 11.5% organic growth and 5% real internal growth.
Monday, April 20, 2009
Soy may aid in canine cancer therapy
Researchers at North Carolina State University say soy may increase the benefits of canine cancer therapy.
Genistein -- a molecule in soy shown to be toxic to many cancer cells in humans -- was found to kill canine lymphoid cells in a laboratory.
"Humans have been using soy in conjunction with traditional chemotherapy for some time as a chemo potentiator," Dr. Steven Suter, assistant professor of oncology at the university, says.
Researchers hope it will work for canines, too.
Genistein -- a molecule in soy shown to be toxic to many cancer cells in humans -- was found to kill canine lymphoid cells in a laboratory.
"Humans have been using soy in conjunction with traditional chemotherapy for some time as a chemo potentiator," Dr. Steven Suter, assistant professor of oncology at the university, says.
Researchers hope it will work for canines, too.
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