(PRESS RELEASE) BOZEMAN, MT — West Paw, the Certified B Corporation known for designing products for the love of pets, people and the planet, is partnering with Packer Mellem Sales to help bring its safe, sustainable toys and healthy treats to more dogs through the independent pet retailer market.
“We’re thrilled about our partnership with Packer Mellem Sales because its fantastic team shares our passion for helping independent pet retailers succeed,” said Spencer Williams, CEO of West Paw. “Our American-made toys and treats will benefit from Packer Mellem representatives offering training and timely reorders to retailers to ensure our best-selling products remain in stock. We’re excited to work with the new sales team members.”
Rob Mellem, Owner and Founder of Packer Mellem Sales, added: “Packer Mellem is always looking to partner with high-quality brands that align in core values, and we believe West Paw is just that. We’re extremely excited for the opportunity to represent West Paw at the independent level.”
Since 1996, West Paw has been ahead of the pack in producing safe, sustainable and enriching toys and healthy, protein-packed treats that are made in the USA. Its toys use recyclable Zogoflex and Seaflex plastic, and are BPA-, latex-, silicone- and phthalate-free, as well as durable and dishwasher-safe. Its treats are made from sustainably sourced ingredients and humanely, regeneratively raised proteins. And every purchase is backed by the company’s Love It Guarantee.
Packer Mellem Sales, formed in 2014, represents manufacturers of quality pet products with a team of 12 sales representatives who are focused on supporting independent retailers across the country. In addition to selling products into stores, its holistic approach includes offering ongoing education and training to help retailers succeed and end consumers be satisfied with their purchase.
West Paw and Packer Mellem Sales will attend the Global Pet Expo on March 26-28, 2025, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Find West Paw at booth 639 and Packer Mellem Sales representatives roaming the floor. Retailers can also contact orders@westpaw.com for more information.
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About West Paw
As Dog’s Best Friend, West Paw delights dogs while watching out for their human companions and the world we all live in, too. Family-owned and operated from Bozeman, Montana, the Certified B Corporation makes safe, sustainable dog toys that are guaranteed to last, as well as healthy, protein-packed dog treats. Founded in 1996, West Paw has been named one of America’s Best Small Companies by Forbes (2016) and Montana Manufacturer of the Year (2017). Its products can be found in thousands of retailers in 49 countries around the world.
