Magazine Contents, September 2010
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| In Front |
| Editor's Note |
| Feedback |
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| News Beat |
Backer Returns to Atlantic City
The 2011 Pet Industry Spring Trade Show also adopts a Wednesday-through-Friday format.
PLUS: Hagen gets gold for going green.
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Legislation
Scientists seeking reform say international law fails to protect coral reefs and tropical fish.
PLUS: Updates on proposals to ban pet sales.
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Agenda
Info on trade shows, grooming contests and more. |
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| Counter Intelligence |
The Top 5 Retail Killers
Declining sales often are labeled the death knell of retailing, but the real killers may surprise you.
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Marketing & Management
Hit your target market online.
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Operations & Strategies
Care sheets and conversations. |
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| Features |
The Post-Recession Pet Store
Will spending-shy consumers stick with the big “category killers” once the economy improves?
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PET AGE Holiday Gift Guide
Before you ring in the New Year, ring up some holiday sales with the latest seasonal offerings for pets and their owners.
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Coping With Herps’ Skin Problems
Learn how to prevent the most common skin problems in lizards, snakes and turtles—and how to respond when problems arise.
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| Hands On |
Succeeding With Discus
The key to selling discus is finding a reliable supplier. Here are some tips to help you acquire healthy fish—and how to keep them that way.
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First Aid for Injured Birds
If you stay calm and use proper restraining techniques, you can confidently handle bleeding injuries in your store birds.
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Health
When pets seem disoriented or confused, they could have cognitive dysfunction syndrome.
PLUS: Understanding pet insurance. |
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| Groom & Board |
Reading Dogs’ Body Language
Responding in a positive way to canine body language clues can keep dogs happier—and groomers safer.
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| Shelf Life |
Great Rodent Gear
From movie-themed habitats to all-natural diets, the newest products for pet rodents exemplify some of today’s hottest trends.
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Products
The latest products in each major category.
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Ad Index
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Top Shelf
Innovative, convenient products for today’s pet consumer.
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