Pet Food Experts, a leading US-based distributor of pet food and supplies, has announced the conclusion of an asset purchase agreement under which Pet Food Experts will acquire the operating assets of California-based United Pacific Pet, a regional distributor of pet food and animal care products. Founded in 1918 in Colton, California, United Pacific Pet currently serves approximately 1 500 independent pet retailers and pet professionals throughout California, Nevada, Arizona, and Hawaii with a broad assortment of high-quality pet foods and pet supplies.
Marking its largest transaction to date, the acquisition will advance Pet Food Experts' position as a leading distributor of pet food and supplies in the US servicing over 6 000 independent retailers from its six distribution centres across 38 states. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions.