stamford, connecticut, April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The American Pet Products Association (APPA) and the Pet Industry Distribution Association (PIDA) have announced 14 award winners.th Annual new product showcase announced at Global Pet Expo's “Best in Show” awards ceremony. Best, 2nd and 3rd place honors in show include Aquatic Life, Birds, Cats, Dog Food/Treats, Dog Supplies, Farm & Feed, Modern Pet, Natural Pet, Pet Sustainability, Pet Innovation and Points Awarded across 13 product categories. Purchase and sale of reptiles and small animals.
“The New Product Showcase allows us to recognize innovative, cutting-edge products coming to market that truly reflect the innovation seen across the pet industry,” said APPA President and CEO ( CEO) said. peter scott. “We are particularly excited to announce new product categories that reflect the wide range of products the industry offers.” This year's awards recognize the high level of innovation on display and increased exhibitor participation. Five new categories have been introduced, including , Dog Food/Treats, Farm & Feed, Modern Pet, Pet Sustainability, and Pet Technology Innovation.
Our Pet Sustainability division partners with the Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC) to ensure that products deliver environmental, social and economic benefits while minimizing negative impacts on the communities in which they are sourced, produced, transported, used and disposed of. Introduced. “We are proud to introduce the new Pet Sustainability category at this year’s Global Pet Expo” said the PSC Secretary General. Jim Lamancusa. “APPA and PIDA clearly recognize the needs and desires of consumers with this award. Data shows that 71% of pet parents consider sustainability when making purchasing decisions. Therefore, a specific category recognizing best-in-class sustainable products is an amazing addition to the show's new product showcase!”
The new product showcase showcased enhancements for 2024 as part of Global Pet Expo's new Innovation in Motion Experience, featuring the latest displays to enhance the attendee experience. “We are honored to celebrate and recognize the 2024 New Product Showcase Award winners in this new space, specifically designed to truly reflect innovation in the pet industry.” celeste powers, President of PIDA. “Each year, we look forward to seeing the unique products on display and continue to be impressed by the creativity and ingenuity of our exhibitors. Congratulations to this year's winners!”
The New Product Showcase showcases the latest pet products released to the market each year. Out of more than 1,000 entries he received this year, the following winners were selected by show attendees:
aquatic
- Best in Show: Anubias on Lava, Pisces united states of america
- 2nd place: Ultrascape Diamond Bluetooth set Aquael
- 3rd place: Fluval Bio-CO2, Hagen Group
bird
- Grand Prize: Happy Beaks Corky Cruncher & Humanized Bird, A&E Cage Company LLC
- 2nd Place: FeatherSnap Scout – Wi-Fi Solar Powered Smart Bird, Aperture Pet & Life
- 3rd place: Wild Delight Squirrel Away Zero-Waste 5lb, D&D Commodities Ltd.
Cat
- Grand Prize: GivePet Cat Treats, GivePet
- 2nd place: Refillable catnip blanket, krazykitty
- 3rd Place: Pet Greens Live Cat Grass & Catnip, Bell Rock Growers
dog food/snacks
- Best in show: Dennis BeckerAllprovide Pet Foods LLC
- 2nd place: Freeze-dried USDA Organic Pumpkin Treats, a better snack
- 3rd place: Next Level Super Premium Dog Food, Next Level Super Premium Pet Food
dog supplies
- Best Picture: Happy Dingos Slow Feeder Bowl, Happy Dingos
- 2nd place: Dog X Cube, GURU Pet Company
- 3rd place: Charm Dana Dog bandana with Wagwiti charm COLTOYS
farm and feed
- Best in Show: Coop Combo – Hemp Fiber Nesting Mats and Bedding, All Walks
- 2nd place: Poultry Pro Waterer, Poultry Pro
- 3rd place: Little Coop Recouper Urban Chicken Coop Deodorizer, Coastline Global Inc.
natural pets
- Best of Show: BetterBone, a durable customized chew from the BetterBones family
- 2nd place: Natural dish soap bar Project Sudz
- 3rd place: Earth's Pet Daily Health Stopper Earth's Pet
pet sustainability
- Best of Show: Organic Cotton Dog Beds, Blankets, Crate Covers and Molly Mats
- 2nd Place: Open Farm Canned Patty and Iceland Topper, Open Farm
- 3rd place: Dr. Bob's Wisdom® Air Dry Dog Food from the Seed, Earth Animal
pet tech innovation
- Grand Prize: Uproot Clean 7-in-1 Pet Grooming Kit, Uproot Clean
- 2nd place: Relaxopet Easy, Europet, Inc.
- 3rd place: Mella Home Thermometer Mella Pet Care Inc.
Purchasing points
- Grand Prize: Cricket Breeder, Spectrum Brands/Global Petcare
- 2nd place: Pet Greens Live Cat Grass & Catnip, Bell Rock Growers
- 3rd place: Blue Mountain Hay, hay package for small animals, Blue Mountain Hay
reptiles
- Best in Show: Exo Terra BioActive Terrarium, Hagen Group
- 2nd Place: ReptiFauna, Central Garden & Pets
- 3rd place: Josh's Frogs Isopod & Springtail Hangers, Josh's Frogs LLC
small animals
- Grand Prize: The Roam – Happy Habitat with Patented Paw Protection Technology
- 2nd Place: Back 2 Nature® Small Animal Bedding, Kent Pet Group Co., Ltd.
- 3rd Place: Little Hamster Odor Blaster – Bedding Deodorant, Coastline Global Inc.
modern pets
- Best Production in Show: Hoggindogs – Prime Rib and Pumpkin Flavor, Puppy Cake
- 2nd Place: Snuffle Mat, PLAY Pet Lifestyle, and You
- 3rd place: Bredwell Smooches, Bredwell Ltd
For more information about Global Pet Expo and the New Products Showcase Awards, visit GlobalPetExpo.org.
About Global Pet Expo
The pet industry's premier event, Global Pet Expo, is hosted by the American Pet Products Association (APPA) and the Pet Industry Distribution Association (PIDA). The show has over 1,000 exhibitors, 3,500 booths, and more than 3,000 new products introduced each year. Every year, this event attracts more than 6,000 pet product buyers from all over the world. Global Pet Expo is open to independent retailers, distributors, bulk buyers, media and other qualified professionals. For more information, visit GlobalPetExpo.org on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter/XTikTok, YouTube.
About the American Pet Products Association
The American Pet Products Association (APPA) is the leading trade association serving the interests of the pet products industry since 1958. APPA's membership includes more than 1,000 pet product manufacturers, their representatives, importers and livestock suppliers, representing both large and growing companies. APPA's mission is to promote, advance and advance the pet ownership and pet products industry and provide the services necessary to help our members thrive. APPA is also proud to grow and support the industry through the following APPA Gives Back initiatives: They are the Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI), Joybound People & Pets' Pets & Vets Program, and Pet Care Trust and Pets in the Classroom. For more information, visit AmericanPetProducts.org. Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter/X And YouTube.
About the Pet Industry Distribution Association
The Pet Industry Distribution Association (PIDA) has been the premier trade association representing the interests of pet product distributors since 1968. PIDA's mission is to promote the well-being of wholesalers and distributors and foster partnerships and collaboration with their suppliers and customers. Collaborate with other organizations to foster human-animal bonds. PIDA is also proud to grow and support the industry through the following initiatives: Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI, Pet Advocacy Network, Pet Care Trust, and Pets in the Classroom). For more information, visit PIDA.org and follow us on LinkedIn.
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