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PALMETTO, FL (March 2023) — Encompass Pet Group, the parent company of Choice Pet Products, is excited to announce the newly appointed Chief Operations Officer, Sean Muniz. Muniz will leverage his over 20 years of experience in global operations, distribution, supply chain management, and service delivery to drive operational excellence and best-in-class service for our brands and customers. In addition, he will play an integral role in further developing our customer-centric supply chain and facilitating future growth.

Prior to joining Encompass, Muniz was Chief Supply Chain Officer at Patterson Companies and Performance Health, where he excelled in driving growth and removing operational friction.

“We are excited to have Sean join Encompass Pet Group. He brings an exceptional wealth of knowledge and experience in achieving operational excellence and industry-leading customer experience,” said Rob Emery, CEO of Encompass Pet Group. “As we continue to grow our portfolio, the high-level operational guidance will assist Choice in implementing optimal infrastructure to ensure capacity and efficiency in operations as the company scales.”

“I am inspired by Encompass Pet Group’s purpose-driven culture and its ambition to drive growth across the pet industry,” said Sean Muniz, Chief Operations Officer at Encompass Pet Group. “I’m excited to join the team at such a pivotal time in the company’s journey as we focus on creating value for our customers across our business segments.”

About Encompass Pet Group

The Encompass Pet Group is a multi-faceted organization operating in several areas of the pet industry. It includes manufacturing and distributing pet products through eCommerce sites and three brick-and-mortar pet supply stores in Sarasota, Florida, specializing in pet nutrition.

About Choice Pet Products

Choice Pet Products is a distributor of high-quality pet brands and products headquartered in Palmetto, Florida. The Choice team has been committed to going the extra mile and providing our partners and retailers with unique products, essential industry education, and marketing since 2014. Visit ChoicePetProducts.com for more on their diverse product lineup.

Palmetto, FL (February 2023): Choice Pet Products, a distributor of quality pet brands and products, proudly announces they will partner with PoochPad, which develops and manufactures reusable potty pads, to its growing distribution portfolio of independent pet retailers in Florida. 

 “We are excited to partner with PoochPad and offer our retailers a product that is an eco-friendly alternative to disposable potty pads, diapers, and crate pads,” said the President of Choice Pet Products, Janet Carter Smith. “At Choice, we care about the community and make an effort to be more than just a distributor, and we see that value reflected in PoochPad as their products are mindful of the environment and make an effort to reduce waste that negatively impacts the earth,” said Carter Smith.
 

About PoochPad

Made in the USA products provide “on trend” options to single-use plastics that are becoming difficult to source and are quite damaging to our environment. We are the ideal solution for those customers seeking sustainability and performance. We offer numerous competitive advantages, such as connecting systems to create any sized potty area and proprietary odor control that prevents offensive smells. Most notably, our entire washable/reusable product line is economical, providing maximum absorption & unmatched durability – effective for 300+ machine wash & dry cycles! Ditch the Disposables & Choose to Reuse with PoochPad® Products! 

“PoochPad® Products has provided the Pet Specialty marketplace with eco-Friendly solutions for over 20 Years. We couldn’t be more excited to partner with Choice Pet Products in servicing the Southeast Region of the USA. We look forward to forging new relationships with Brick & Mortar Partners and are committed to providing best-in-class customer service and support. As the Global Leader in Dog Potty Systems and Accessories, we offer unique, proprietary technology unmatched in durability and value. Our Sustainable Products will help you with your waste management needs and allow Pet Parents to “Ditch The Disposables and Choose To Reuse!” said Chad J Tillman and Scott Murray of PoochPad® Products.

About Choice Pet Products

Choice Pet Products distributes high-quality pet brands and products headquartered in Palmetto, Florida. The Choice team has been committed to going the extra mile and providing our partners and retailers with unique products, essential industry education, and marketing since 2014. Visit ChoicePetProducts.com for more on their diverse product lineup. 

Palmetto, FL (January 2023): Choice Pet Products, a distributor of quality pet brands and products, proudly announces it will add Home Range Pet Treats to its growing distribution portfolio of independent pet retailers in Florida. Home Range Pet Treats specializes in creating all-natural, single-ingredient treats.

"We are excited to partner with Home Range Pet Treats as they aspire to provide the highest quality products that are all-natural and intentionally play a positive role in dogs' overall diet and wellness," said Janet Carter Smith, President of Choice Pet Products. "We value that Home Range treats are made without steroids, hormones, or antibiotics and have no added preservatives. In addition, they can only be found in your neighborhood pet store or pet specialty retailers, making them an excellent addition to our product portfolio," said Carter Smith.

About Home Range Pet Treats

At Home Range Pet Treats, we are committed to the health and well-being of all dogs and provide the highest quality, all-natural treats derived from grass-fed animals raised without steroids or hormones. Our values are firmly based on the belief that if you create a better world for dogs, they create a better world for you. We love the fact that dogs have been on the farm, moved to the porch, and in many cases, are now on the bed. Only Available in Pet Specialty Stores. We don’t offer Home Range for sale online directly to consumers through our website, and it’s not available in big box pet stores or other mass market retailers.

“All of us at Home Range are excited to partner with Choice Pet with their focus on vetting their brands based on ingredient sourcing, production, and manufacturing standards. It’s a perfect fit for a natural brand like Home Range Dog Treats. We also share their dedication to pet specialty stores and believe that pet specialty stores are committed to educating their staff and customers about the health benefits of Home Range Products. With our best-in-class supply chain and high fill rates, Choice Pet and Home Range will be a strong partner for retailers across Florida. We look forward to helping your store thrive and prosper,” said Jason Wordie, Chief Marketing Officer of Home Range Pet Treats.

About Choice Pet Products

Choice Pet Products is a distributor of high-quality pet brands and products headquartered in Palmetto, Florida. The Choice team has been committed to going the extra mile and providing our partners and retailers with unique products, essential industry education, and marketing since 2014. Visit ChoicePetProducts.com for more on their diverse product lineup.

Palmetto, FL (January 2023): Choice Pet Products, a distributor of quality pet brands and products, announces their partnership with Paw Brands, a designer of stylish and luxe yet high-quality functional dog beds and blankets, to its growing distribution portfolio of independent pet retailers in Florida. 

“We are thrilled to add the award-winning Paw Brands sleek and cozy beds and blankets to our portfolio,” said the President of Choice Pet Products, Janet Carter Smith. “Not only do they look great, but they are machine washable and incredibly comfortable,” said Carter Smith. “We are excited to provide this award-winning product line to our retail partners.”

About Paw Brands

Paw Brands is the award-winning designer and manufacturer of innovative, premium-quality pet family lifestyle products. The company has shipped over 1,000,000 products to happy pet parents and their furry families throughout the U.S. and Canada. Made with the finest materials, Paw Brands’ stylish and luxurious in-home designs promote pets’ comfort, health, and longevity. Paw Brands is passionate about supporting all aspects of the pet family lifestyle, so pets and parents enjoy a happy and healthy life together.

“As a Florida-based company, we are thrilled to have Choice Pet as our regional distribution partner in our home State,” said David Gimes, Founder & CEO of Paw Brands. “We know how important it is to serve the independent pet retailers in the great State of Florida, and Choice Pet was the ideal choice to ensure our products are readily available in the market.”

About Choice Pet Products

Choice Pet Products is a distributor of high-quality pet brands and products headquartered in Palmetto, Florida. The Choice team has been committed to going the extra mile and providing our partners and retailers with unique products, essential industry education, and marketing since 2014. Visit ChoicePetProducts.com for more on their diverse product lineup. 

Palmetto, FL (January 2023): Choice Pet Products, a distributor of quality pet brands and products, proudly announces they will partner with Pawse, a company that develops and manufactures products featuring USDA Certified Organic Full Spectrum Hemp Extract products for cats and dogs, to its growing distribution portfolio of independent pet retailers in Florida. 

“I am very impressed with the quality of the entire Pawse product line and can’t wait to introduce this line to our retail partners, giving them the ability to offer their customers a convenient, delicious, and highly effective hemp supplement,” said Janet Carter Smith, President of Choice Pet Products. “The Freeze-Dried Bark-Less Bites will, without a doubt, be a huge seller to our customers,” said Carter Smith. 

About Pawse

Having seen firsthand the benefits of CBD for their pets, the team at Pawse set out to create products designed solely with them in mind. With backgrounds in agriculture, hemp farming, thoroughbred training, business, and engineering, their team is uniquely positioned to serve pets and, in doing so, pet lovers. Their 100% USDA Certified Organic Full Spectrum Hemp Extract and Functional Mushrooms lines are manufactured in Kentucky based on rigid quality standards. Pawse maintains a four-pillar value system: Design, Quality, Service, and Giving Back. To learn more, please visit www.pawse.pet. 

“We are extremely excited to partner with Choice Pet Products due to their great care and focus on Independent Pet Specialty! The southeast region has been a strong area for our early growth at Pawse. With the service and professionalism that Choice brings to its market, we realize we have only begun to explore the potential to bring amazing products to many more pet specialty dealers. Of course, we are always going to answer the call of our customers, but with Choice, the question of whether you should work with Pawse just became a lot easier to say yes.”

About Choice Pet Products

Choice Pet Products is a distributor of high-quality pet brands and products headquartered in Palmetto, Florida. The Choice team has been committed to going the extra mile and providing our partners and retailers with unique products, essential industry education, and marketing since 2014. Visit ChoicePetProducts.com for more on their diverse product lineup.