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Animal Health News & Notes for December 2, 2011
printer friendly version ************************************ Brakke Consulting’s Animal Health News & Notes for December 2, 2011 Copyright © Brakke Consulting, Inc. Editor: Lynn Fondon, DVM MBA ************************************ IN THE NEWS: Brakke news 2012 Overview registration earnings news Innovotech other news Bio Health Solutions Elanco Flavorx Merck ************************************ BRAKKE CONSULTING, INC. REGISTER NOW FOR INDUSTRY OVERVIEW Brakke Consulting will present the 2012 US Animal Health Industry Overview twice this winter – once at the North American Veterinary Conference in Orlando, Florida and once at the Western Veterinary Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada. These dates are: • NAVC: Monday, January 16th from 2:00 – 4:00 pm at the Gaylord Palms. • WVC: Tuesday, February 21st from 2:00 – 4:00 pm at the Four Seasons. Registration for the Industry Overview at the NAVC is now open. To register go to www.brakkeconsulting.com and scroll down to the “What’s New” box. The price is $375 per person for online registration; late registration is $425. www.BrakkeConsulting.com ************************************ COMPANY EARNINGS RELEASES > Innovotech Inc. announced its unaudited financial and operational results for the third quarter of 2011. Total revenues were $393,970 compared to $425,051 in the comparable quarter in 2010. This included contract research revenue of $327,614 and product sales of $66,356. (Marketwire) ************************************ COMPANY NEWS RELEASES >
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December 2, 2011
Animal Health News & Notes for November 23, 2011
printer friendly version ************************************ Brakke Consulting’s Animal Health News & Notes for November 23, 2011 Copyright © Brakke Consulting, Inc. Editor: Lynn Fondon, DVM MBA ************************************ IN THE NEWS: Brakke news Flea & Heartworm Markets report last day for early order earnings news Central Garden & Pet KMG Chemicals Webster other news Bayer Elanco ************************************ BRAKKE CONSULTING, INC. US FLEA CONTROL & HEARTWORM MARKETS 2011 UPDATE EARLY ORDER DISCOUNT ENDS TODAY!! Brakke Consulting will soon be publishing our 2011 report on the US Flea Control and Heartworm Markets. The report includes valuable information on the US market for small animal parasiticides including: – discussion of the impact of generic fipronil products – an overview of the veterinary and OTC flea control markets – Product descriptions, prices, and sales for the leading veterinary flea and heartworm products – 2011 survey of over 200 veterinarians – ALL NEW: For the first time, the report will include a survey of 500 pet owners regarding their usage of flea control products The report on the US Flea Control & Heartworm Markets will be available for a purchase price of $6,995 if ordered by WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, and $7,500 after that date. Please contact Dr. Lynn Fondon at (972) 243-4033 or lfondon@brakkeconsulting.com
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November 23, 2011
Animal Health News & Notes for November 18, 2011
printer friendly version ************************************ Brakke Consulting’s Animal Health News & Notes for November 18, 2011 Copyright © Brakke Consulting, Inc. Editor: Lynn Fondon, DVM MBA ************************************ IN THE NEWS: Brakke news Flea & Heartworm Markets report earnings news Heska ImmuCell PetSmart Spectrum Brands other news AgriLabs Elanco ForFarmers Global Animal Management Hendrix ImmuCell Milk Products Nutreco Pfizer Schweitzer Biotech Company Signature DNA Unleashed SmartVet Trouw Nutrition Vets Plus Virbac ************************************ BRAKKE CONSULTING, INC. US FLEA CONTROL & HEARTWORM MARKETS 2011 UPDATE EARLY ORDER DISCOUNT ENDS WEDNESDAY Brakke Consulting will soon be publishing our 2011 report on the US Flea Control and Heartworm Markets. The report includes valuable information on the US market for small animal parasiticides including: – discussion of the impact of generic fipronil products – an overview of the veterinary and OTC flea control markets – Product descriptions, prices, and sales for the leading veterinary flea and heartworm products – 2011 survey of over 200 veterinarians – ALL NEW: For the first time, the report will include a survey of 500 pet owners regarding their usage of flea control products The report on the US Flea Control & Heartworm Markets will be available for a purchase price of $6,995 if ordered by WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, and
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November 18, 2011
Animal Health News & Notes for November 11, 2011
printer friendly version ************************************ Brakke Consulting’s Animal Health News & Notes for November 11, 2011 Copyright © Brakke Consulting, Inc. Editor: Lynn Fondon, DVM MBA ************************************ IN THE NEWS: Brakke news Flea & Heartworm Markets report AnimalHealthJobs.com earnings news Novozymes Nutreco other news IDEXX Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica Merck OncoPet Diagnostics PetScreen Pfizer Tridelta Development Webster (PURdigital) Webster (OncoPet) ************************************ BRAKKE CONSULTING, INC. COMING SOON: US FLEA CONTROL & HEARTWORM MARKETS 2011 UPDATE Brakke Consulting will soon be publishing our 2011 report on the US Flea Control and Heartworm Markets. The report includes valuable information on the US market for small animal parasiticides including: – discussion of the impact of generic fipronil products – an overview of the veterinary and OTC flea control markets – Product descriptions, prices, and sales for the leading veterinary flea and heartworm products – 2011 survey of over 200 veterinarians – ALL NEW: For the first time, the report will include a survey of 500 pet owners regarding their usage of flea control products The report on the US Flea Control & Heartworm Markets will be available for a purchase price of $6,995 if ordered by WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, and $7,500 after that date. Please contact Dr. Lynn Fondon at (972) 243-4033 or
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November 11, 2011
Animal Health News & Notes for November 4, 2011
printer friendly version ************************************ Brakke Consulting’s Animal Health News & Notes for November 4, 2011 Copyright © Brakke Consulting, Inc. Editor: Lynn Fondon, DVM MBA ************************************ IN THE NEWS: Brakke news Flea & Heartworm Markets report earnings news Balchem Butler Schein Merck Merial MWI Pfizer VCA Antech other news AgraQuest Bayer Industrias Bachoco Kinetic Technologies OK Industries ************************************ BRAKKE CONSULTING, INC. COMING SOON: US FLEA CONTROL & HEARTWORM MARKETS 2011 UPDATE Brakke Consulting will soon be publishing our 2011 report on the US Flea Control and Heartworm Markets. The report includes valuable information on the US market for small animal parasiticides including: – discussion of the impact of generic fipronil products – an overview of the veterinary and OTC flea control markets – Product descriptions, prices, and sales for the leading veterinary flea and heartworm products – 2011 survey of over 200 veterinarians – ALL NEW: For the first time, the report will include a survey of 500 pet owners regarding their usage of flea control products The report on the US Flea Control & Heartworm Markets will be available for a purchase price of $6,995 if ordered by WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, and $7,500 after that date. Please contact Dr. Lynn Fondon at (972) 243-4033 or lfondon@brakkeconsulting.com
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November 4, 2011
Brakke Announces Move to New Location
Brakke Consulting, Inc. (BCI), announces the relocation of its Dallas, TX, headquarters, effective October 31, 2011. Phone and fax numbers are unchanged; the new address is as follows: Brakke Consulting, Inc. 12005 Ford Road, Suite 530 Dallas, Texas 75234 Tel. 972.243.4033 Fax 972.243.0925 Established in 1986, Brakke Consulting, Inc. is a leading management consulting firm specializing in the global animal health, nutrition, and pet product industries. The company also provides consulting services to veterinary practices. The firm has 12 consultants located in the US, Japan, and Australia. For additional information, contact Brakke Consulting, Inc., 12005 Ford Road, Suite 530, Dallas, Texas, 75234, (972) 243-4033, www.brakkeconsulting.com. printer friendly version
October 28, 2011
Animal Health News & Notes for October 28, 2011
printer friendly version ************************************ Brakke Consulting’s Animal Health News & Notes for October 28, 2011 Copyright © Brakke Consulting, Inc. Editor: Lynn Fondon, DVM MBA ************************************ IN THE NEWS: Brakke news new address earnings news Abaxis Bayer Hill’s PetMed Express Ridley Vetoquinol other news Central Animal Health Mars Veterinary Merck Nuovo Biologics Veterinary Products Laboratories ************************************ BRAKKE CONSULTING, INC. ANNOUNCES HEADQUARTERS RELOCATION Brakke Consulting is pleased to announce a move to our new headquarters location in Dallas, TX. Our new address, effective October 31, 2011, will be: 12005 Ford Rd., Suite 530 Dallas, TX 75234 Our phone and fax numbers will remain the same: Tel 972.243.4033 Fax 972.243.0925 www.BrakkeConsulting.com ************************************ COMPANY EARNINGS RELEASES > Bayer reported results for the third quarter of 2011. Animal Health sales were EUR 282 million ($392 million), a decrease of 1% from the comparable period in the prior year (unchanged at constant exchange rates). (company website) > Vétoquinol reported results for the third quarter of 2011. Sales were EUR 68.4 million ($95 million), a decline of 1% (+1% at constant exchange rates) compared to the comparable quarter in the previous year. (company website) > Abaxis reported results for the second quarter of fiscal 2012 ended September 30, 2011. Veterinary market sales were
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Animal Health News & Notes for October 21, 2011
printer friendly version ************************************ Brakke Consulting’s Animal Health News & Notes for October 21, 2011 Copyright © Brakke Consulting, Inc. Editor: Lynn Fondon, DVM MBA ************************************ IN THE NEWS: Brakke news recruiting earnings news Elanco IDEXX Nestle Virbac other news AAHA Cagle’s My Veterinary Career Pfizer (Quest Plus) Pfizer (roxarsone) Pfizer (TruScient) Zhejiang Rongyao ************************************ BRAKKE CONSULTING, INC. EXECUTIVE AND SALES FORCE RECRUITING Since 1986 Brakke Consulting, Inc. has successfully assisted many clients in acquiring exceptional employees at all levels, in the many departments of animal health, pet, veterinary and specialty chemical companies. We pre-qualify candidates, allowing clients to choose from a few of the best applicants for a position. Our approach increases the efficiency and effectiveness of the Human Resources Departments of client companies. For more information, call 972.243.4033 or visit our website. www.BrakkeConsulting.com ************************************ COMPANY EARNINGS RELEASES > Eli Lilly and Company announced financial results for the third quarter of 2011. Worldwide sales of animal health division Elanco were $451 million, an increase of 28% compared with the third quarter of 2010. US sales grew 20% due to increased demand for food animal products and the recent US launch of Trifexis. Sales outside the US increased 37% driven in part by the impact of the acquisition of certain Janssen and
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October 21, 2011
Animal Health News & Notes for October 14, 2011
printer friendly version ************************************ Brakke Consulting’s Animal Health News & Notes for October 14, 2011 Copyright © Brakke Consulting, Inc. Editor: Lynn Fondon, DVM MBA ************************************ IN THE NEWS: Brakke news Transaction assistance other news BioNeutral Group Hamilton Research IDEXX (canine distemper) IDEXX (PRRS) Inovio Pharmaceuticals Lohmann Nestle Purina PRN Pharmacal Vetoquinol ************************************ BRAKKE CONSULTING, INC. TRANSACTION ASSISTANCE Are you interested in growing your business by purchasing another company, product line or technology? Have you been thinking about selling your company, product line or technology? Have you considered merging your company with another firm to improve shareholder value? Brakke Consulting, Inc. assisted many clients with mergers, acquisitions and divestitures over the past 25 years. For more information about our transaction assistance services, contact us at 972.243.4033 or info@brakkeconsulting.com, or visit our website. www.BrakkeConsulting.com ************************************ COMPANY NEWS RELEASES > PRN Pharmacal announced the launch of CitraVet, a supplement to support urinary health in dogs and cats. CitraVet is a liver-flavored chewable tablet containing 675 mg of potassium citrate. (company press release) > Lohmann Animal Health International announced that it has broken ground on a $6 million expansion project in Winslow, Maine. The investment will add production capacity to its live vaccine manufacturing facilities. (Feedstuffs) > IDEXX Reference Laboratories announced the availability
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October 14, 2011
Animal Health News & Notes for October 7, 2011
printer friendly version ************************************ Brakke Consulting’s Animal Health News & Notes for October 7, 2011 Copyright © Brakke Consulting, Inc. Editor: Lynn Fondon, DVM MBA ************************************ IN THE NEWS: Brakke news Strategic planning other news CentaurVA Ceva Granco Minerals Phibro Prince Agri-Products Prinova Animal Nutrition Vetech Labs ************************************ BRAKKE CONSULTING, INC. STRATEGIC PLANNING ASSISTANCE Brakke Consulting is an excellent resource in the strategic planning process. Brakke Consulting’s past assistance in strategic planning has included: – reviewing the revenue estimates and success probability of the product pipeline – reviewing the timing of various new product introductions – benchmarking various functions against company competitors in the larger markets Brakke Consulting can provide insights and professional assistance that improves the likelihood of success. Please contact us if you would like the benefit of professional assistance in any of these areas. Contact information for all offices are available on our website at www.brakkeconsulting.com or email info@BrakkeConsulting.com . ************************************ COMPANY NEWS RELEASES > Ceva Sante Animale announced the acquisition of two Canadian companies: Vetech Laboratories Inc., and CentaurVA Animal Health, a division of Centaur Pharmaceuticals Inc. Vetech produces live coccidiosis vaccines for poultry under the trade name Immucox. Centaur’s range of products includes nutraceuticals, joint therapies and infection-control products; the acquisition will provide Ceva with a
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October 7, 2011
Animal Health News & Notes for September 30, 2011
printer friendly version ************************************ Brakke Consulting’s Animal Health News & Notes for September 30, 2011 Copyright © Brakke Consulting, Inc. Editor: Lynn Fondon, DVM MBA ************************************ IN THE NEWS: Brakke news Brakke at SWVS earnings news Neogen other news Aribex Bioniche Fish Vet Group KONG McAllister Merial Putney Richard’s Vet Products scil ************************************ BRAKKE CONSULTING, INC. at SWVS September 30 – October 2 San Antonio, TX Brakke Consulting’s practice management consultant, Jessica Lee, will be attending the Southwest Veterinary Symposium in San Antonio, Texas. If you’d like to meet with Jessica at SWVS to learn more about Brakke’s veterinary practice management services, stop by booth 561 in the Exhibit Hall, which she will be sharing with Chalk Cullum and Associates, or call 919.444.3279 to schedule an appointment. Raymond Collier of Brakke’s AnimalHealthJobs.com will also be attending the Southwest Veterinary Symposium on Friday and Saturday. To meet with Raymond to learn more about Brakke’s online job board, call 214.850.9243 or email rcollier@brakkeconsulting.com to schedule an appointment. www.BrakkePracticeConsulting.com www.AnimalHealthJobs.com ************************************ COMPANY EARNINGS RELEASES > Neogen Corporation announced results for the first quarter of FY 2012 ended Aug. 31. Revenues increased 7% to $46 million. First quarter net income increased 3% from the prior year to $6.0 million. Neogen’s Animal Safety Division led
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September 30, 2011
Animal Health News & Notes for September 23, 2011
printer friendly version ************************************ Brakke Consulting’s Animal Health News & Notes for September 23, 2011 Copyright © Brakke Consulting, Inc. Editor: Lynn Fondon, DVM MBA ************************************ IN THE NEWS: Brakke news Pet Owner Channel Use Study earnings news Animalcare Bioniche Kiotech other news DSM Micro Beef Technologies MWI Nutri-Vet Vet’s Promise ************************************ BRAKKE CONSULTING, INC. New Pet Owner Buying Behavior Study Last week to save $1,000 Are pet owners fundamentally changing their buying behavior? Are new market segments emerging? A new multi-user study by Brakke Consulting and The Pert Group will explore these issues in depth with a national survey of 1,000 dog and cat owners. The report covers many product categories and examines purchase frequency by brand and by type of outlet, channel switching, and the importance of convenience, price and veterinary recommendations on buying decisions. The 2012 Pet Owner Channel Use Study will be fielded this fall, with results available in early January 2012. Orders placed by September 30 and paid in advance receive a $1,000 discount. In addition, the first five companies to order will have an opportunity to include proprietary questions in the study. For more information, visit our website at www.BrakkeConsulting.com or contact John Volk, jvolk@brakkeconsulting.com, (773) 327-4941. ************************************ COMPANY EARNINGS RELEASES > Bioniche
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September 23, 2011
Animal Health News & Notes for September 16, 2011
printer friendly version ************************************ Brakke Consulting’s Animal Health News & Notes for September 16, 2011 Copyright © Brakke Consulting, Inc. Editor: Lynn Fondon, DVM MBA ************************************ IN THE NEWS: Brakke news Pet Owner Channel Use Study earnings news Del Monte Genus other news DVMInsight Franck’s Pharmacy GHEN IDEXX Jilin Guoyan Merck Merial Pet Airways Pfizer scil Tocagen Vaxxinova Japan Veterinary Pet Insurance ************************************ BRAKKE CONSULTING, INC. New Pet Owner Buying Behavior Study Order now and save $1,000 Are pet owners fundamentally changing their buying behavior? Are new market segments emerging? A new multi-user study by Brakke Consulting and The Pert Group will explore these issues in depth with a national survey of 1,000 dog and cat owners. The report covers many product categories and examines purchase frequency by brand and by type of outlet, channel switching, and the importance of convenience, price and veterinary recommendations on buying decisions. The 2012 Pet Owner Channel Use Study will be fielded this fall, with results available in early January 2012. Orders placed by September 30 and paid in advance receive a $1,000 discount. In addition, the first five companies to order will have an opportunity to include proprietary questions in the study. For more information, visit our website at www.BrakkeConsulting.com or contact John Volk,
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September 16, 2011
Animal Health News & Notes for September 9, 2011
printer friendly version ************************************ Brakke Consulting’s Animal Health News & Notes for September 9, 2011 Copyright © Brakke Consulting, Inc. Editor: Lynn Fondon, DVM MBA ************************************ IN THE NEWS Brakke news practice management earnings news Dechra Smithfield other news Aventix Luitpold Mars Veterinary Merck (Zuprevo) Merck (expansion) Merial Nestle Purina Trouw Nutrition Virbac ************************************ BRAKKE CONSULTING, INC. VETERINARY CE SEMINARS If you are a manufacturer or distributor in animal health, Brakke Consulting’s practice management consultant, Jessica Lee, speaks on a wide array of topics that can provide added value to your veterinary customers. Consider booking Jessica to present Veterinary Continuing Education seminars for lunch or dinner meetings, or to moderate at all-day workshops for your veterinary customers. For more information on how to book Jessica for speaking engagements, contact her at jglee@brakkeconsulting.com or 919.444.3279. www.BrakkePracticeConsulting.com ************************************ COMPANY EARNINGS RELEASES > Dechra Pharmaceuticals reported results for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2011. Revenue for the year increased 5% to GBP 389 million ($623 million). Pharmaceutical revenue was GBP 105 million ($168 million), up 11% over the prior year. Reported operating profit was GBP 21.7 million ($34.8 million), an increase of 9% compared to the prior year. (company website) > Smithfield Foods Inc. reported results for its first fiscal 2012 quarter
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September 9, 2011
Animal Health News & Notes for September 2, 2011
printer friendly version ************************************ Brakke Consulting’s Animal Health News & Notes for September 2, 2011 Copyright © Brakke Consulting, Inc. Editor: Lynn Fondon, DVM MBA ************************************ IN THE NEWS: Brakke news strategic planning other news AlcheraBio Argenta BioPet Vet Lab Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica Dechra Eurovet Global Animal Management Greenies Hill’s Pet Nutrition Mars Veterinary Merial Novartis Pro SAAMYA Radio Systems Corporation ************************************ BRAKKE CONSULTING, INC. STRATEGIC PLANNING ASSISTANCE Brakke Consulting is an excellent resource in the strategic planning process. Brakke Consulting’s past assistance in strategic planning has included extensive experience in benchmarking various functions against company competitors in the larger markets. Brakke Consulting can provide insights and professional assistance that improve your company’s likelihood of success. Please contact us if you would like the benefit of professional assistance in any of these areas. Contact information for all offices are available on our website at www.brakkeconsulting.com. ************************************ COMPANY NEWS RELEASES > Merial announced it is launching a guarantee offered only through participating veterinarians nationwide: the Frontline Plus Satisfaction Plus Guarantee. Pet owners will have access to specially-trained Merial technicians who can offer advice on several aspects of flea and tick control. If the technician cannot solve the pet owner’s flea and tick problem, Merial will provide a one-time, in-home inspection and treatment if
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September 2, 2011
Animal Health News & Notes for August 26, 2011
printer friendly version ************************************ Brakke Consulting’s Animal Health News & Notes for August 26, 2011 Copyright © Brakke Consulting, Inc. Editor: Lynn Fondon, DVM MBA ************************************ IN THE NEWS: Brakke news AnimalHealthJobs.com earnings news Norbrook Skystar Webster other news Amarillo Biosciences American Veterinary Supply Assin Bimeda Ceva Colorado Serum Company Instituto Sanidad Ganadera Medrx Merck OtoVet Pet King Phibro Quaker Pet Group Teva Watson’s Senior Pet Supplies Webster ************************************ ANIMALHEALTHJOBS.COM If you are looking for experienced candidates to grow your sales force, AnimalHealthJobs.com is an excellent resource. AnimalHealthJobs.com, the premier online job board for the animal health industry, now has more than 15,000 registered and qualified job seekers with a background in animal or human health, most with field sales experience. Visit AnimalHealthJobs.com to find out more about our job posting packages, or browse our resume database to find your next new hire. www.AnimalHealthJobs.com ************************************ COMPANY EARNINGS RELEASES > Norbrook Laboratories reported results for the fiscal year ended July 31, 2011. Sales of veterinary products were GBP 175 million ($280 million) for the year. (Animal Pharm) > Patterson Companies, Inc. reported results for the first quarter of fiscal 2012 ended July 30, 2011. Sales of the Webster Veterinary unit increased approximately 8% on a comparable basis from the year-earlier
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August 26, 2011
Animal Health News & Notes for August 19, 2011
printer friendly version ************************************ Brakke Consulting’s Animal Health News & Notes for August 19, 2011 Copyright © Brakke Consulting, Inc. Editor: Lynn Fondon, DVM MBA ************************************ IN THE NEWS: Brakke news market research earnings news ImmuCell JBS PetSmart other news Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica Cargill Dechra IDEXX Novartis Pegasus Labs Provimi scil Trouw ************************************ BRAKKE CONSULTING, INC. MARKET RESEARCH Throughout the year, Brakke Consulting, Inc., performs market research surveys and studies for client companies. If your firm needs help assessing the feasibility of a new product or technology, identifying the opinions and trends of product consumers, or determining the current market for products, Brakke Consulting, Inc. can build a market study to meet your needs. We have a database in place of several thousand small animal veterinarians and the ability to custom-tailor surveys of other animal health consumers. We also produce syndicated studies in specific animal health market areas. Further information can be found at our website or by calling our Dallas office at 972.243.4033. www.BrakkeConsulting.com ************************************ COMPANY EARNINGS RELEASES > PetSmart reported results for the second quarter of 2010. Total sales for the second quarter of 2011 increased 7% to $1.5 billion. Net income totaled $61 million in the second quarter of 2011, an increase of 27% compared to the
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August 19, 2011
Animal Health News & Notes for August 12, 2011
printer friendly version ************************************ Brakke Consulting’s Animal Health News & Notes for August 12, 2011 Copyright © Brakke Consulting, Inc. Editor: Lynn Fondon, DVM MBA ************************************ IN THE NEWS: Brakke news recruiting earnings news Balchem Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica Nestle Novozymes Spectrum Brands Tyson Foods other news Anacor Pharmaceuticals Elanco Equi-Force Hill’s IDEXX Novartis petMD ************************************ BRAKKE CONSULTING, INC. EXECUTIVE AND SALES FORCE RECRUITING Since 1986 Brakke Consulting, Inc. has successfully assisted many clients in acquiring exceptional employees at all levels, in the many departments of animal health, pet, veterinary and specialty chemical companies. We pre-qualify candidates, allowing clients to choose from a few of the best applicants for a position. Our approach increases the efficiency and effectiveness of the Human Resources Departments of client companies. www.BrakkeConsulting.com ************************************ COMPANY EARNINGS RELEASES > Boehringer Ingelheim reported results for the first half of 2011. Sales for Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica grew 3% in local currency terms to EUR 468 million ($673 million) in the first half of 2011, attributable primarily to growth in sales of Ingelvac CircoFLEX swine vaccine. (company website) > Nestle reported financial results for the first half of 2011. Pet Care sales were CHF 4.79 billion ($5.7 billion), representing organic growth of 2%. (company press release) > Novozymes reported
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August 12, 2011
Animal Health News & Notes for August 5, 2011
printer friendly version ************************************ Brakke Consulting’s Animal Health News & Notes for August 5, 2011 Copyright © Brakke Consulting, Inc. Editor: Lynn Fondon, DVM MBA ************************************ IN THE NEWS Brakke news Practice management earnings news Butler-Schein Animal Health Central Garden & Pet Nutreco Pfizer Pilgrim’s Pride other news Bayer Bioniche Complete Petmart Farnam For the Earth Corp. Kat Box King Kennel-Aire Merial PCI Animal Health Petco Petmate Pfizer Plasvacc Holdings Prestige Pet Products SentrX Animal Care Worldwise ************************************ BRAKKE CONSULTING, INC. PRACTICE MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT PUBLISHES ARTICLE ON GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES FOR CLINICS Brakke Consulting is pleased to announce that our practice management consultant, Jessica Lee, has authored an article in the online edition of Veterinary Practice News magazine. “Physical Rehab, Integrative Medicine as Growth Opportunities” discusses how veterinary clinics can add these niche service areas to differentiate themselves from competitors and widen their appeal. To read the article, go to http://www.veterinarypracticenews.com/web-exclusives/physical-rehab-integrative-medicine-as-growth-opportunities.aspx. www.BrakkeConsulting.com ************************************ COMPANY EARNINGS RELEASES > Pfizer Inc. reported financial results for the second quarter of 2011. The Animal Health unit reported revenues of $1.055 billion, an increase of 18%, in comparison with the same quarter last year, reflecting the positive impact of $87 million, or 10%. The increase was due to the addition of legacy King/Alpharma products, the favorable
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August 5, 2011
Brakke Announces Expansion of US Consulting Team
Brakke Consulting, Inc. has added Susan Warren to its team of professional consultants. Ms. Warren will take over leadership of the firm’s office in Kansas City effective August 1, 2011. Ms. Warren received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Social Work from Washburn University in Topeka, KS. For the past two years Ms. Warren has been operating her own management consulting firm specializing in sales and leadership training, market strategy development, meeting facilitation including customer focus groups for companies and organizations focused on animal health. Ms. Warren has prior management and sales experience with IDEXX Laboratories, Inc., Quest Diagnostics and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics a Johnson and Johnson company. In addition Susan has been very active in her community and has served as a board member for several organizations in the Kansas City area. Ron Brakke, President and founder of the company, comments, “We believe that Susan’s 25+ years of experience in the diagnostics area will be beneficial for our clients that are either participating in or entertaining entering the rapidly growing animal health market place. Susan brings a wealth of experience in the Sales Management, Strategic Planning, Program Development, and Training areas. We believe the insights of the Brakke Consulting Studies can be combined into a Sales Training Model that will be unique for our many manufacturer and distributor
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July 29, 2011
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