jan-2018

126 127 to pet treats,but in 2005,they ventured out into their own facility and incorporated asTargeted Pet Treats,LLC.The first fewproducts weremade for Dad’s,orAinsworth, but since then,we have beenmak- ing products for other branded pet food companies around the coun- try.”Today,productsmade byTPT, and sold to their clients’brands, generate over $100million in total annual retail sales. TPThas 220 employees and the flexibility to add temporary staff, when needed.“We have had as manyas 475 employees at peak periods,”saysAustin.“We are a con- tract manufacturer; wemake prod- ucts for businesses that have their own pet treat brands,which the products are named under.Each of our customers’products have their own unique formula blend,shape, size,and look.During the onboard- ing and innovation process for a newcustomer,theyeither know what theywant when theycome to us,or theymay just have an idea of what theywant and askus to help themdevelop it.Abrand owner might say,‘I’m looking for a dental chewthat has amint flavor,amint TARGETED PET TREATS AT A GLANCE TARGETED PET TREATS WHAT: A manufacturer of pet treats and chews WHERE: Warren, Pennsylvania WEBSITE: www.targetedpettreats.com TPT intends to be the manufacturer of choice for the canine dental care market. “Dental care for dogs has been an issue for years, and we are see- ing a lot of interest frommany brands in producing a dog dental treat,” Austin reports. In fact, some 76 per- cent of dogs suffer from some level of dental disease, and consumers are becoming increasingly aware that poor oral health in their dogs can be a sign of other more significant health issues. GREGORYAUSTIN PRESIDENT