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AmBrands AmBrands manufactures AMDROÒ, the largest selling fire ant bait in the United States. Fire ants are a major problem in the Southern states. A majority of fire ant experts recommend AMDRO as the best, most effective treatment for fire ants. AmBrands also manufactures IMAGEÒ, an herbicide specially formulated for tough weeds, such as nutsedge and dollarweed. IMAGE is a unique product -- virtually the only consumer product that can successfully treat these tough weeds.

All-Glass Aquarium All-Glass is the world?s largest manufacturer of aquariums and boxed aquarium starter kits. Aquariums, aquarium stands and aquarium lighting are sold under the All-Glass AquariumÒ brand name through pet supply distributors throughout the United States. In addition, private label boxed aquarium kits are sold directly to major national accounts. As the industry leader, All-Glass is known for it?s quality and innovative products such as the bow-front and corner aquariums made with bent glass, Modern series furniture quality stands and high output aquarium lighting.

Four Paws Four Paws is one of the largest manufacturers of dog, cat, reptile and small animal products in the United States, including brand names such as Magic Coat® and Four Paws® products are distributed throughout the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia.

Grant's Grant's manufactures Ant Baits, Animal Repellents and Garden Aid products. The Grant's line of Ant Control Products consists of Grant Indoor and Outdoor Ant Baits, and Ant Killer Granules. These products are sold nationwide through a network of lawn and garden distributors.

Island Aquarium Island is the largest manufacturer of quality aquariums, terrariums and aquarium furniture in the Western United States. Products are manufactured under the brand name Island® as well as under private labeling programs. Island products are sold throughout the United States through distribution to major national chains, regional chains, independent retailers and Internet retailers.

Kaytee Kaytee manufactures the leading brand of premium foods for pet birds, wild birds, and small animals. Kaytee pet foods are nutritionally complete for optimal pet health and vitality. Kaytee wild bird foods are specifically formulated to attract the widest variety of birds. Kaytee leads the Industry in nutritional research, packaging quality, and product innovation. Fiesta®, Forti-Diet®, Exact®, and Kaytee® are all registered brands of the company.

Matthews Four Seasons Matthews® manufactures an extensive line of wooden garden products, including planters, barrel fountains, arbors, trellises and decorative items. These products are stained with Planter Guard? by Superdeck Brand Products®. Matthews® also produces a complete line of planting ties, support stakes and accessories.

Norcal Pottery Norcal Pottery designs and procures pottery products from across the United States and around the world. The products include terra cotta, stoneware, ceramics and porcelain pots and are sold to chain accounts, independent retailers and landscapers nationwide. Norcal's affiliate, Patio Products Sales Associates, markets a complete line of high-end patio furniture, statuary and accessories.

Nylabone Nylabone Products®, a division of T.F.H. Publications, is a leading manufacturer of premium dog chews and dental devices. Originally introduced in 1955, Nylabone dog chews have grown to be the most recognized dog chew among veterinarians, clinics and kennels. Nylabone Products carry the ASPCA seal of approval. The Nylabone line of products include the trademarks Nylabone®, Gumabone®, Plaque Attacker®, Carrot-Bone®, Fruit Bone?, Rhino®, Roar-hide®, and Frisbee® flying disc for dogs (which is used under license from WHAM-O Inc.). Nylabone is also introducing new interactive dog and cat toys and innovative, patented collapsible doghouses and pet carriers.

Oceanic Systems Oceanic Systems manufactures premium quality aquariums, stands and aquarium lighting for sales through pet supply distributors throughout the United States under the OceanicÒ brand name. Their ability to produce custom engineered aquariums up to 500 gal capacity and unique shapes separates them from other glass aquarium producers. An example of their capability is a 500 gallon bow-front aquarium utilizing 3/4? thick bent glass for the front of the aquarium.

Pennington Pennington offers a vast and varied range of seed products in the lawn and garden, and wild game forage seed markets. Pennington is a leading manufacturer and marketer of bird feed products. Pennington is also a large manufacturer of lawn and garden chemicals, fertilizers and related products such as potting soils and decorative mulches. Pennington's line of grass seed and lawn and garden products includes the trademarks Pennington Seed®, Green Charm®, Penkoted®, Eliminator® and Pro Care®.

T.F.H. T.F.H. Publications, Inc. is the world's largest publisher of pet and animal books with over 1,200 titles in print. TFH.'s wide variety of books ranges from simple instruction manuals valuable for beginners to brilliantly colorful encyclopedic treatises that are veritable storehouses of information and serve as permanent reference volumes for even the most knowledgeable reader. TFH is a completely vertically integrated company that includes each stage of bringing quality books to consumers worldwide. TFH has its own editorial, pre-press, printing and binding operations, all located at their facilities in Neptune, NJ.

Wellmark Wellmark International is a leading manufacturer of products used to control economic, nuisance and disease-carrying pests. Having invented insect growth regulator technology over 25 years ago, Wellmark pioneered the way for biorational pest control, or using the insect's chemistry as a means to reduce pest populations. Each business area focuses on market specific insect control - Zodiac® pet products are available to pet owners through retail channels for flea and tick control; Zoecon® Professional products are used by pest control operators to control flea, roach and ant infestations; Zoecon® Specialty products deliver effective control for mosquitoes in municipalities, mite control in economic beekeeping and fly control in waste treatment facilities. Wellmark International holds the exclusive rights in the United States and Canada for the active ingredient methoprene on which many products are based.