Sherpa Pet Group acquired by Quaker Pet Group

  "The Quaker Pet Group is proud to announce its newest strategic pet-industry acquisition: Sherpa Pet Group," a press release by the company recently announced. Headquartered in New York City, Quaker Pet Group was formed by industry veterans David Blatte and Neil Werde. After acquiring New York Dog, a leader in pet apparel and accessories in July 2010, Quaker Pet Group is now excited to add the Sherpa Pet Group's best-selling brand name products to its expanding product line. Sherpa Pet Group is the leader in style, safety, and comfort for the on-the-go pet. Its leading brands include "Sherpa's Pet Trading", "Fox & Hounds", "Cloak & Dawggie", "GoDog", "Luna Brite", "Dog Mountain", "Pez for Pets" and "Woof Wear Organics".
"With this strategic acquisition of Sherpa, the Quaker Pet Group establishes a one-stop-shop resource in the pet specialty marketplace," says David Blatte, chief executive officer of Quaker Pet Group. Tim Ford, president of Sherpa Pet Group, adds: "We look forward to dynamic growth, a continued commitment to outstanding customer service, and the strategic marketing expertise that being part of the Quaker Pet Group will bring."