| 05/09/2013: | APPA Offers the Hottest Pet Products of the Summer
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| | As warmer weather hits, the American Pet Products Association APPA
encourages owners to head outdoors with pets this summer
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| 04/29/2013: | Pack Up The Whole Family, Pets Included, Before Hitting the Road This Summer
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| | The American Pet Products Association APPA offers helpful products to make traveling with
four legged friends a breeze this season
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| 04/15/2013: | Pets Add Life "Dog Wants a Kitty" YouTube Video Becomes Instant Overnight Success
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| | Pets Add Life Dog Wants a Kitty YouTube Video Becomes Instant Overnight Success
Produced by famous creator of the Ultimate Dog Tease YouTube hit, PALs latest video surpasses 1.5 million views
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| 03/27/2013: | American Pet Products Association APPA Board Approves Formation of New Pet Leadership Council
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| | New Council to Consist of Company and Organization Leaders From all Pet Industry Sectors Working Together to Advance the Industry |
| 03/21/2013: | American Pet Products Association Springs Into The Season with Cleaning Products for Pet Owners
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| | (Greenwich, CT) – As pet owners engage in routine spring-cleaning around the house this season, don’t just stop at the dusting and take a few extra steps to ensure pets also have clean, fresh and odor-free environments. Below are some exciting products, manufactured by APPA members, to help make cleaning up after pets a breeze. |
| 03/12/2013: | Global Pet Expo, the World’s Largest Annual Pet Products Trade Show, Reports Record Breaking Numbers Across the Board
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| | Global Pet Expo, the World’s Largest Annual Pet Products Trade Show, Reports Record Breaking Numbers Across the Board
Global Pet Expo, held February 20 through 22 2013 in Orlando FL a huge success
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| 02/28/2013: | Retailer Excellence Award Winners Announced at Global Pet Expo 2013
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| | Winners of the Second Annual Retailer Excellence Awards are announced at the pet industrys largest annual trade show Global Pet Expo February 20 through 22 2013 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando FL |
| 02/22/2013: | New Products Showcase Winners Announced for Global Pet Expo 2013
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| 02/21/2013: | Pet Owners are Estimated to Spend More Than $55 Billion on Their Pets in 2013
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| | The American Pet Products Association (APPA) announces a 4.7 percent growth over last year and forecasts higher-than-ever spending in 2013 |
| 02/21/2013: | New Survey Reveals Pet Ownership at All-Time High
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| | American Pet Products Association (APPA) releases the 2013-2014 National Pet Owners Survey, the most comprehensive consumer research providing insight on demographics, buying habits, and other traits of U.S. owners of dogs, cats, fish, birds, equine, reptiles, and small animals |
| 01/29/2013: | American Pet Products Association (APPA) Saddles Up for National Horse Protection Day March 1 With Products for Hooved Friends
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| 01/24/2013: | Sandy Robins to be Honored at Global Pet Expo 2013
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| | Sandy Robins named the two thousand thirteen recipient of the prestigious annual Excellence in Journalism and Outstanding Contributions to the Pet Industry Award |
| 01/08/2013: | American Pet Products Association APPA Celebrates National Puppy Day March Twenty Third With Products for New Pooches
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| 12/19/2012: | American Pet Products Association (APPA) Offers Stocking Stuffer & Holiday Gift Ideas for Pets
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| 12/13/2012: | Pet Industry and Animal Welfare Organizations Join Forces to Address Puppy Mill Abuse
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| 12/11/2012: | It’s Puppy Love This Valentine’s Day!
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| | The American Pet Products Association APPA offers Valentines Day gift ideas for furry family members |
| 11/14/2012: | American Pet Products Association Anticipates Happy Holidays for Pets this Year
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| | Past trends market research and Facebook polls all indicate promising holiday season for pets |
| 11/14/2012: | Global Pet Expo Receives Trade Show Executive’s 2011 Gold 100 Award for the Fourth Year in a Row
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| | Prestigious award honors the one hundred shows that set the gold standard for the trade show industry |
| 09/17/2012: | Global Pet Expo Expands Categories for Retailer Excellence Awards in 2013
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| | Awards will be presented at the pet industrys largest annual trade show Global Pet Expo taking place Feb 20 through 22 2013 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando FL |
| 08/15/2012: | No Tricks, Just Treats for Pets This Halloween
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| | The American Pet Products Association APPA offers safe treats for
furry winged and scaly pets this Halloween
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| 08/09/2012: | FIFTH ANNUAL PETS ADD LIFE CHILDREN’S POETRY CONTEST RETURNS SEPT. 1 – JAN. 31
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| | American Pet Products Association (APPA) encourages students in grades 3rd-8th to submit creative poems for a shot at scholarship dollars and other pet prizes |
| 07/27/2012: | PAL Campaign Lands Celebrity Endorsements From Victoria Stilwell & Alison Sweeney
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| 07/26/2012: | APPA Announces Staff Promotion
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| | The American Pet Products Association (APPA) promotes Kaitlin Simonfay to Project Coordinator |
| 07/26/2012: | APPA Howloween Safety Tips and Products for Pet Owners
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| | The American Pet Products Association (APPA) offers tips and treats to keep pets safe and happy this Halloween
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| 06/28/2012: | Summer Beach Bound Dogs
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| | The American Pet Products Association (APPA) offers fun tips and products to include dogs in summer, sun and sand activities |
| 06/12/2012: | Recently Launched Pets Add Life Video Becomes Instant Online Hit
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| | First of five new ‘talking animals’ videos promoting multiple pet ownership reaches more than 200,000 views in first week |
| 05/17/2012: | Let The Summer Games Begin! Keep Pets Entertained and Vying for Treats & Rewards of Their Own
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| | The American Pet Products Association APPA introduces puzzles and treat rewarding toys manufactured by their members to keep furry winged and scaly pets active and entertained |
| 04/25/2012: | June National Pet Preparedness Month Reminds Owners to Include Pets in Emergency Plans
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| 04/24/2012: | Global Pet Expo Announces 2012 Show Sponsors
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| | Worlds largest pet products trade show presented by the American Pet Products Association APPA and the Pet Industry Distributors Association PIDA took place February 29 through March 2 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando FL |
| 04/05/2012: | APPA Welcomes Two New Board Members
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| | The American Pet Products Association APPA elects Gordie Spater and Stephen Ware to the Board of Directors |
| 03/21/2012: | American Pet Products Association Splashes Into Summer With Travel and Outdoor Safety Tips
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| | Whether hitting the road beach or backyard be sure to take necessary precautions while including pets in all the summer fun |
| 03/21/2012: | Global Pet Expo, the World’s Largest Annual Pet Products Trade Show, Reports Record-Breaking Numbers in Attendance and Booths Sold
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| | Global Pet Expo held February 29 through March 2 2012 in Orlando, FL a huge success |
| 03/01/2012: | Pet Owners are Estimated to Spend More Than $52 Billion on Their Pets in 2012
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| | The American Pet Products Association (APPA) announces a 5.3 percent growth over last year and forecasts higher-than-ever spending in 2012, |
| 02/13/2012: | GLOBAL PET EXPO 2012 SET TO BREAK PREVIOUS RECORDS WITH MORE EXHIBITORS AND BOOTHS THAN EVER
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| | Worlds largest annual pet products trade show set to take place Feb 29 through March 2 2012 in Orlando FL at the Orange County Convention Center |
| 02/03/2012: | American Pet Products Association Names Its Hall of Fame Award in Honor of Rolf C. Hagen
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| | Award named in memory of pet industry leader and past APPA Hall of Fame Award recipient Rolf C Hagen
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| 01/16/2012: | Jill Rappaport to be Honored at Global Pet Expo 2012
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| | Jill Rappaport named the 2012 recipient of the prestigious annual Excellence in Journalism and Outstanding Contributions to the Pet Industry Award |
| 01/16/2012: | APPA New Hires and Staff Promotion
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| | The American Pet Products Association APPA announces two new hires and a staff promotion |
| 11/29/2011: | APPA Staff Promotions
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| | The American Pet Products Association APPA announces staff promotions |
| 11/28/2011: | American Pet Products Association Presents Holiday Pet Travel Tips
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| 11/04/2011: | American Pet Products Association Offers Howliday Gift Giving Ideas
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| | In addition to shopping for friends and family this holiday season dont forget to check furry finned and feathered family members off the list |
| 11/03/2011: | APPA President and New Author Bob Vetere Hosts Book Signing at Meet The Breeds Event Sat., Nov. 19
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| | Vetere will be signing copies of his new book From Wags to Riches at APPA Booth 918 and HABRI Booth 819 at Javits Center in New York from 11 am to 1 pm |
| 09/27/2011: | Pets Add Life Officially Declares November 19 National Get A Pal For Your Pet Day
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| 09/09/2011: | NEW PET BED PURCHASES ON THE RISE FOR FURRY FAMILY MEMBERS
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| | The 2011 2012 APPA National Pet Owners Survey reports highest level of dog bed purchases since survey inception and increase in kitty condo and cat bed purchases |
| 09/08/2011: | Inaugural Retailer Excellence Awards to be Presented at Global Pet Expo 2012
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| | Nominations are now being accepted for these new awards to be presented at the pet industrys largest annual trade show Global Pet Expo set to take place February 29 March 2 2012 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando FL |
| 09/08/2011: | Prepare for Sudden Evacuations with Pets in Mind
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| | With wild fire and hurricane season hitting regions throughout the country prepare to include pets in safety procedures evacuations and shelter accommodations |
| 09/06/2011: | DOG-OWNING HOUSEHOLDS PEAK WITH HIGHEST NUMBER EVER REPORTED
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| | The 2011 / 2012 APPA National Pet Owners Survey reports 46.3 million dog-owning households in the U.S. |
| 09/01/2011: | APPA Announces Expansion to its 4th Annual Pets Add Life Children’s Poetry Contest
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| | For the first year APPA will accept poems from students in grades 3rd through 8th which will be considered to win scholarship dollars and other pet prizes |
| 08/31/2011: | Hurricane Irene Reminds Families to Make Sure Pets are Prepared for Disasters Too
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| | Should a disaster hit your hometown prepare to include pets in safety procedures and evacuations |
| 08/25/2011: | American Pet Products Association Offers Tips, Tricks and Treats to Keep Pets Safe and Happy This Halloween
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| | With Halloween on the horizon its important to be prepared and take necessary safety precautions while including pets in all the trick or treating fun |
| 04/28/2011: | APPA Elects New Officers
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| | The American Pet Products Association (APPA) elects three new Officers to a new two year term at the annual meeting of members held March 15, 2011 |
| 04/11/2011: | APPA Elects New Board Members
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| | The American Pet Products Association APPA elects six Directors to a new two year term at the annual meeting of members held March 15 2011 |
| 04/05/2011: | New Survey Reveals Pet Ownership at its Highest Level in Two Decades and Pet Owners Are Willing To Pay When It Comes To Pet’s Health
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| | American Pet Products Association APPA releases the 2011 2012 National Pet Owners Survey the most comprehensive consumer research providing insight on demographics buying habits and other traits of US owners of dogs cats fish birds equine reptiles and small animals |
| 03/17/2011: | Winners Announced for Third Annual APPA National Children’s Pet Poetry Contest!
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| | American Pet Products Association APPA President Bob Vetere announced today the six winning poems for the Associations 3rd Annual National Childrens Pet Poetry Contest
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| 03/17/2011: | Pet Industry Spending Expected to Exceed $50 Billion in 2011
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| | Pet owners are buying more than bare necessities when it comes to their pets In fact according to the industrys leading trade associations spending figures they are willing to pay almost any price when it comes to caring for their pets |
| 03/08/2011: | Pet Industry CEO Summit Presented by American Pet Products Association (APPA)
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| | The Pet Industry CEO Summit will bring together 150 200 chief executives of pet product manufacturing companies and suppliers to the industry The three day event will feature education exhibits and networking opportunities |
| 12/30/2010: | Deadline Extended on APPA’s 3rd Annual National Children’s Pet Poetry Contest
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| | American Pet Products Association APPA President Bob Vetere announced today that the organizations 3rd Annual National Childrens Pet Poetry Contest deadline for submissions has been extended to Monday February 14 2011 at 5 pm EST |
| 12/20/2010: | Global Pet Expo 2011 Announces First Ever New Products Showcase Awards Presentation
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| | Global Pet Expo 2011 Announces First Ever
New Products Showcase Awards Presentation Best in Show winners to be featured at exclusive first ever awards presentation Dr Marty Becker resident veterinarian on both Good Morning America and The Dr Oz Show and frequent contributor to Parade magazine hosts the first ever New Products Showcase Awards Presentation at Global Pet Expo |
| 11/22/2010: | Global Pet Expo Media Advisory
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| | More Than 800 Companies Expected to Feature Latest Innovations at the Pet Industry’s Largest Annual Trade Show Demonstrating the Strength and Resilience of the Pet Industry
Thousands of buyers and media expected to attend Global Pet Expo 2011 March 16 18 in Orlando FL New to this years Show is an all weekday schedule to better accommodate buyers |
| 10/28/2010: | Human Animal Bond Research Initiative Highlighted at Petailing Leadership Conference
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| | Bob Vetere President of the American Pet Products Association APPA is pleased to share a new initiative the Human Animal Bond Research Initiative HABRI outlined during the Petailing 2010 Leadership Conference Vetere will also serve as president of HABRI |
| 09/09/2010: | APPA NAMES JULES SCHWIMMER SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS
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| | The American Pet Products Association APPA would like to congratulate the winners of The APPA Jules Schwimmer Scholarship Award for the 2010 2011 academic year
APPAs Scholarship Program now in its fourteenth year was established to help deserving students of APPA member companies Scholarships are awarded each year to eligible students who present the most impressive combination of academic and non academic credentials |
| 08/18/2010: | APPA Co-Sponsors First Ever Petailing2010 Leadership Conference
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| | The American Pet Products Association APPA together with Pet Business magazine will educate pet manufacturers and retail executives on the latest insights & trends strategic partnerships shopper marketing social media and an economic outlook for 2011 and beyond October 27 28 2010 at The Mirage Hotel in Las Vegas |
| 07/06/2010: | APPA Announces 3rd Annual National Children’s Pet Poetry Contest
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| | American Pet Products Association APPA President, Bob Vetere announced today that beginning August 1 2010 the organization will be accepting poems for the 3rd Annual APPA National Childrens Pet Poetry Contest through their public awareness campaign Pets Add Life PAL |
| 06/22/2010: | APPA Members Provide Solutions for Common Dog Problems
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| | Dogs come in many different sizes breeds shapes and colors but no matter the type of dog pet owners are faced with some common problems According to the 2009 2010 American Pet Products Association APPA National Pet Owners Survey 95 of dog owners report companionship love company and affection as the leading benefit of owning a dog However some aspects of dog ownership can be challenging so pet product manufacturers have come up with compromises for living harmoniously |
| 05/11/2010: | Social Media Plays Big Role at Global Pet Expo 2010
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| | The American Pet Products Association (APPA) and Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA) are pleased to announce the successful launch of a mobile Global Pet Expo website for the 2010 show, which took place March 23-25 in Orlando, FL. Attendees were provided interactive, multimedia content and information on their mobile phones. Twitter, YouTube and Facebook were also used to enhance their show experience and success.
The mobile site included general show information such as show hours and event times as well as a floor map shuttle bus schedules an exhibitor directory and pictures and videos of the days events The site also provided important announcements such as the New Products Showcase winners timely reminders of activities seminars and special networking events The site incorporated a feature that enabled attendees to forward the mobile site link via a text message to their colleagues and contacts |
| 04/27/2010: | 2010 Global Pet Expo Announces Show Sponsors
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| | The pet industrys largest annual trade show presented by American Pet Products Association APPA and Pet Industry Distributors Association PIDA is March 25 27 2010 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando FL |
| 04/23/2010: | APPA Members Provide Solutions for Common Cat Problems
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| | According to the 2009 2010 APPA National Pet Owners Survey, there are 38 2 million cat owning households in the United States |
| 04/23/2010: | APPA Offers Cool Ways to Enjoy the Summer with Your Pets
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| | The American Pet Products Association encourages pet owners to get out and have fun with their pets this summer |
| 04/15/2010: | Global Pet Expo Officials Announce 2011 Dates and New Show Date Pattern to Better Accommodate Buyers
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| | The pet industrys largest annual trade show presented by the American Pet Products Association and Pet Industry Distributors Association will take place March 16 18 2011 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando FL |
| 04/15/2010: | Rachael Ray to be Honored at Global Pet Expo 2010
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| | Rachael Ray is named 2010 recipient of the prestigious annual Excellence in Journalism and Outstanding Contributions to the Pet Industry Award |
| 04/15/2010: | World’s Largest Annual Pet Products Trade Show Exceeds Organizers’ Expectations and Enjoys Record Growth in Attendance Despite Recession
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| 04/15/2010: | New Products Showcase Winners Announced for Global Pet Expo 2010
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| | The American Pet Products Association APPA and the Pet Industry Distributors Association PIDA are pleased to announce the New Products Showcase winners from this years Global Pet Expo held March 25 27 2010 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando Florida |
| 04/15/2010: | Best Booth Awards Announced for Global Pet Expo 2010
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| | The American Pet Products Association APPA and the Pet Industry Distributors Association PIDA are pleased to announce the winners of the Best Booth Awards from this years Global Pet Expo held March 25 27 2010 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando FL |
| 04/15/2010: | APPA Elects Board Members to New Two Year Term
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| | Bob Vetere president of the American Pet Products Association APPA is proud to announce the elected individuals who will serve on the APPA Board of Directors for the 2010 2011 term |
| 03/01/2010: | Horse Owners Cite Companionship as Mane Benefit
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| | From showing to trail riding horses bring entertainment and joy to pet owners around the country According to the 2009 2010 American Pet Products Association APPA National Pet Owners Survey horse owners reported companionship company love and relaxation relieves stress as the top benefits to ownership |
| 02/08/2010: | Pet Industry Grows More Than 5% in 2009 and Anticipates Nearly 5% Growth Again This Year
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| | The American Pet Products Association APPA just released the annual comprehensive review of spending data and reports which shows overall spending in the pet industry including food supplies veterinary care live animal purchases and other services such as grooming boarding and pet sitting grew by 5 4 from 43 billion dollars in 2008 to a little over 45 billion dollars in 2009 with no declines in any category from 2007 |
| 02/01/2010: | Pet Owners Make Health a Priority In 2010
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| | Pet owners are responsible for keeping their pets fed clean and exercised Unfortunately unhealthy habits can creep into households with the best intentions Many pets are known for their affinity for food and sleep making it important for pets and their owners to stay healthy and active According to the 2009 2010 American Pet Products Association APPA National Pet Owners Survey 13 percent of dogs and 21 of cats are considered obese or overweight |
| 02/01/2010: | Survey Says: Bird Ownership Brings Joy
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| | Pet birds have flown their way into the heart and homes of American families. According to the 2009/2010 American Pet Products Association APPA National Pet Owners Survey bird owners reported fun to watch have in the household and companionship love company affection as top benefits to ownership One third of bird owners even made provisions in their will and named a caretaker or guardian for their bird Cockatiels continue to be the most popular type of bird owned 35 percent while Parakeets are the second most popular 32 percent Also interestingly the recent Survey reports the highest level of those owning large birds 21 percent in a decade |
| 01/08/2010: | Global Pet Expo Officials Assist in Securing Consistent Rates for Luxury-Car Service for 2010 Show
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| | In response to concerns expressed by last years Global Pet Expo participants the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando Florida and some of the surrounding hotels have reached a deal with transportation providers to offer uniform rates for luxury car service between certain hotels and the center Last year show attendees encountered issues with varying prices charged in non metered town cars and a lack of transportation options |
| 01/08/2010: | Cats Provide Companionship, Company and Love
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| | From companionship to convenience relaxation and entertainment owners report many benefits to cat ownership According to the 2009 2010 American Pet Products Association APPA National Pet Owners Survey 89 percent of cat owners reported companionship love and company as a benefit to ownership |
| 12/10/2009: | Despite Tough Economic Climate Americans Remain Loyal to Their Pets
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| | In August 2009 the American Pet Products Association APPA asked nearly 21000 pet owners nation wide if the current economy has influenced their pet ownership in any way The results are clearly indicative of a nation that loves their pets one which will stop at almost nothing to keep their faithful companions happy and healthy |
| 11/11/2009: | APPA & Global Pet Expo Launch FREE Marketing Program for Members and Buyers
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| | The American Pet Products Association APPA and Global Pet Expo invite members and buyers to take advantage of a FREE Marketing Stimulus Package developed by renowned marketing expert Steve Miller The package consists of a marketing know how series of webcasts and valuable tips that can re energize marketing strategies and engage customers during these tough economic times |
| 10/26/2009: | Fish Equal Fun
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| | According to the 2009 2010 American Pet Products Association APPA National Pet Owners Survey fish owners reported fun to watch have in the household appearance and relaxation relieve stress as top benefits to ownership The average number of fish owned has increased among both freshwater and saltwater fish owners with an average of 13 freshwater fish owned in 2008 up from 10 in 2006 and an average of 16 saltwater fish owned in 2008 up from 12 in 2006 respectively Interestingly The Survey also showed that 18 percent of freshwater fish owners have bought a medication for their fish |
| 10/09/2009: | Global Pet Expo Awarded Trade Show Executives 2009 Gold 100 Award
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| | Andy Darmohraj American Pet Products Association APPA Senior Vice President is pleased to announce that Global Pet Expo has been awarded Trade Show Executives 2nd Annual Gold 100 Award |
| 10/09/2009: | APPA Announces 2nd Annual National Childrens Pet Poetry Contest
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| | American Pet Products Association APPA President Bob Vetere announced today that the organization is now accepting poems for the 2nd Annual APPA National Childrens Pet Poetry Contest through their public awareness campaign Pets Add Life PAL |
| 10/08/2009: | Pet Reptiles in the House Are Sure to Entertain
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| | From snakes and turtles to iguanas and lizards reptiles make fun and entertaining pets According to the 2009 2010 American Pet Products Association APPA National Pet Owners Survey reptile owners reported fun quiet and easy to maintain as top benefits to ownership Interestingly there are 4 7 million reptile owning households with turtle ownership being the most popular |
| 08/31/2009: | Andrew Darmohraj of the American Pet Products Association Named Chairman of the Board of Directors for the New York Society of Association Executives
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| | Darmohraj Named Chairman of the Board of Directors for NYSAE |
| 08/31/2009: | New Survey Reveals that When it Comes to Caring for Our Faithful Companions American Pet Owners are Top Dog
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| | American Pet Products Association releases the 2009-2010 National Pet Owners Survey |
| 08/03/2009: | APPA Names Jules Schwimmer Scholarship Winners
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| | APPA would like to congratulate the winners of The APPA Jules Schwimmer Scholarship Award |
| 07/23/2009: | Winners Announced the APPA National Childrens Pet Poetry Contest
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| | American Pet Products Association (APPA) President Bob Vetere announced today the five winning poems for the first ever National Childrens Pet Poetry Contest |
| 06/12/2009: | Pack up the Family and the Family Pets as you Hit the Road this Summer
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| | The American Pet Products Association offers some of their top picks for making summer traveling with your pet safe and more convenient |
| 04/23/2009: | PIJAC CONTINUES LEADING FIGHT AGAINST HR 669
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| | If Passed in Current Form 669 Could Negatively Impact Pet Businesses and More Than One Third of the US Population
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| 04/22/2009: | Help Reduce Your Pets Carbon PAWprint this Earth Day
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| | Pet owners can make earth friendly choices when choosing products for their pets |
| 04/14/2009: | Must Have Products for the New First Puppy
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| | The American Pet Products Association offers the latest and greatest puppy products for the new White House pooch |
| 04/07/2009: | The American Pet Products Association Announces Board Changes
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| | APPA Announces Board Changes |
| 03/27/2009: | APPA Launches National Pet Poetry Contest for Children
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| | American Pet Products Association (APPA) President Bob Vetere announced today that the organization has launched a National Pet Poetry contest for children through their public awareness campaign Pets Add Life |
| 03/17/2009: | Global Pet Expo Remains Strong Despite Recession
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| | Global Pet Expo 2009 Lives Up to the Industry's Reputation of Being Recession Resistant With Growth in Attendance Over 2008 |
| 03/10/2009: | New Product Showcase Winners Announced for Global Pet Expo
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| | APPA and PIDA Announce New Product Showcase Winners for Global Pet Expo 2009 |
| 02/14/2009: | American Pet Prodcuts Association Joins Forces with Zootoo.com in First Annual Pet Lovers Choice Awards
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| | The Votes from Hundreds of Thousands of Pet Lovers Across America Reveal the 'Best Of' Products and Services at Global Pet Expo |
| 02/14/2009: | Pet Industry Robust and Resilient Despite Recession and Cuts
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| | The American Pet Products Association (APPA) Releases $43.2 Billion 2008 Pet Industry Spending Figure and Forecasts Continued Growth in 2009 |
| 02/13/2009: | Best Booth Awards Announced for Global Pet Expo 2009
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| | The American Pet Products Association (APPA) and the Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA) are please to announce the winners of the Best Booth Awards from this years Global Pet Expo |
| 02/13/2009: | Ellen DeGeneres Honored at Global Pet Expo 2009
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| | Ellen DeGeneres Named 2009 Recipient of the Annual Excellence in Pet Industry Journalism Award and is Recognized for Her Outstanding Contributions to Pet Industry |
| 01/22/2009: | The American Pet Products Association (APPA) Announces New Hire
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| | The country's largest pet products association welcomes Karyn Bennitt to the team |
| 11/20/2008: | APPA Welcomes New Members
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| | Sixty-five companies have been approved for membership by APPA's Board of Directors |
| 11/12/2008: | Pets Drive Gift Giving Trends This Holiday Season
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| | Great Pet Gifts for the Holidays |
| 11/11/2008: | The Internet Has Gone to the Dogs and Cats, Birds, Fish, Gerbils and Lizards
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| | Pets have become one of the most popular topics online leading to a wave of new social networking sites, product review sites, blogs, news, videos, photos and more all dedicated to pets and their owners according to the American Pet Products Association |
| 10/08/2008: | APPA Appoints New Board Member
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| | American Pet Products Association Welcomes Veterinary Ventures, Inc. Managing Director Sean Rowe to its Board of Directors |
| 08/08/2008: | APPMA Welcomes New Members
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| | Thirty-three companies have been approved for membership by APPAs Board of Directors |
| 07/28/2008: | APPMA Names Jules Schwimmer Scholarship and Piggyback Scholarship Winners
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| | The American Pet Products Manufacturers Association (APPMA) would like to congratulate the winners of The APPMA Jules Schwimmer Scholarship Award |
| 07/23/2008: | APPA Unveils Name Change
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| | Leading Trade Association Changes its Name to Reflect its Expanding Role in the Pet Industry |
| 07/11/2008: | High Gas Prices Got Your Tail Between Your Legs
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| | Try some alternative activities with your pet rather than jumping in your car during the dog days of summer |
| 06/16/2008: | U.S. Companies Continue Trend of Allowing Pets in the Workplace
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| | A New Survey Conducted by the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association Shows Nearly One in Five Companies Allow Pets at Work |
| 05/29/2008: | APPMA Hires Office Administrator
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| | The American Pet Products Manufacturers Association, (APPMA) has named Michelle Treacy Office Administrator |
| 05/29/2008: | APPMA Announces Appointment of Julia Fidenzio Within the N.Y. Bar Association
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| | Fidenzio Appointed Co-Vice-Chair of the Resource/Webpage Subcommittee of the Special Committee on Animals and the Law |
| 04/01/2008: | Pet Ownership Campaign Stretches Across the Country
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| | Campaign receives airings from national outlets and top markets such as Los Angeles, Houston, and Washington D.C. |
| 03/31/2008: | Go Green For Earth Day and Include Your Pet Too!
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| | Pet Owners Make Earth Friendly Choices When Choosing Products For Their Pets |
| 03/18/2008: | Spring Cleaning Does Not Stop at Windows and Closets
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| | Give yourself, and your pet a clean and sparkling environment this Spring |
| 02/15/2008: | Pet Pampering and Pet Health Insurance Drive Pet Industry Sales to Another All Time High
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| | The American Pet Products Manufacturers Association Releases 2007 Pet Industry Spending Figures and 2008 Spending Forecast |
| 02/11/2008: | APPMA Welcomes New Members
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| | Fifty-eight companies have been approved for membership by APPMAs Board of Directors |
| 01/02/2008: | APPMA Announces Promotions
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| | The American Pet Products Manufacturers Association (APPMA) is proud to announce the promotions of three senior staff members |
| 11/26/2007: | 2007 APPMA Holiday Pet Gift Guide
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| | According to the 2007-2008 American Pet Products Manufacturers Association National Pet Owners Survey, 56% of dog owners and almost half of cat owners will buy their pets a gift this holiday season |
| 10/10/2007: | APPMA Welcomes New Members
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| | Ninety-two companies have been approved for membership by APPMA’s Board of Directors. |
| 10/05/2007: | No Tricks, Just Treats for Your Pet This Halloween
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| | Halloween isn’t just for kids, as pet parents plan to let their loved ones have some fun too this year |
| 10/04/2007: | APPMA Welcomes New Members
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| | Fifteen companies have been approved for membership by APPMA’s Board of Directors |
| 08/23/2007: | APPMA Membership Soars, Demonstrating the Strength of the Association and the Pet Industry
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| | With 29 companies approved for membership, APPMA announces unprecedented membership numbers in excess of 1,000 |
| 07/05/2007: | APPMA Welcomes New Members
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| | Twenty-seven companies have been approved for membership by APPMA’s Board of Directors |
| 06/18/2007: | New National Pet Owners Survey Details Two Decades of Evolving American Pet Ownership
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| | APPMA Releases 2007 2008 National Pet Owners Survey the Most Comprehensive Data Examining Demographics and Consumer Habits, of US Dog Cat Fish Bird Horse Reptile and Small Animal Owners |
| 06/14/2007: | APPMA Names Jules Schwimmer Scholarship and Piggybacking Scholarship Winners
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| | The American Pet Products Manufacturers Association (APPMA) would like to congratulate the winners of The APPMA Jules Schwimmer Scholarship Award, along with the winner of the Earl F. Smith Memorial Scholarship for the 2007-2008 academic year |
| 06/10/2007: | New Products and Services Keep Pet Memories Alive
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| | New Statistics Mark World Pet Memorial Day June 10th, 2007 |
| 04/19/2007: | APPMA Urges Pet Owners to Buckle Up Pets
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| | Despite Safety Concerns, Dangers and a Growing Number of State Requirements, Almost Two-Thirds Admit to Not Using a Pet Restraint |
| 03/20/2007: | Leading Industry Experts Answer Questions Arising from Nationwide Pet Food Recall
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| | The American Pet Products Manufacturers Association President and Board Certified Animal Nutritionist Dr. Pusillo Offer Advice and Answer Commonly Asked Questions |
| 03/13/2007: | APPMA Announces Board Changes
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| | Kay Schwichtenberg Named Chairman of the Board, Michael Farmer Named Vice Chairman, Michael O’Bryan Named Secretary/Treasurer |
| 03/09/2007: | Think Green for Pets this March
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| | Celebrate with environmentally friendly “green” pet products this St. Patrick’s Day, March 17th and Earth Day, March 20th |
| 02/22/2007: | Health and Services Drive Pet Industry Sales
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| | The American Pet Products Manufacturers Association Releases All Time High 2007 Pet Industry Spending Forecast of $40 Billion |
| 01/25/2007: | APPMA Welcomes New Members
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| | Thirty-eight companies have been approved for membership by APPMA’s Board of Directors |
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