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Current press releases for journalists
Here you find our current press releases and an entrance to our archive. Also a large collection of press photos of
the company, its stores and own brands and from different campaigns are available to you.
31.08.2010
Second Düsseldorf Dog Event set for September 5th
Instead of trotting horses, the Düsseldorf racecourse will be filled with barking, sniffing and tail wagging on September 5th when it turns into a paradise for both dogs and owners. Two and four-legged friends can expect a colourful mixture of information, fun and entertainment from 11 am to 6 pm at the second ever “Düsseldorf Dog Event”. Jörg Dräbert, Managing Director of Fressnapf Heimtierbedarf GmbH and organizer of the Düsseldorf Dog Event, is looking forward to the dog festival for the entire family. “Düsseldorf is not just the capital of fashion and advertising. For us, it’s also a city of dogs. We want the Dog Event to be an unforgettable event for all canine lovers in the state capital.” more...
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30.08.2010
Wheelchair-bound Dominique Kogut can keep assistance dog thanks to donation from Fressnapf
The fate of wheelchair-bound Dominique Kogut and her assistance dog Miss Sophie has captured the hearts of many. Since the considerable costs of 25,000 euros for her four-legged helper were not paid yet, the 27 year old Bochum resident feared that she would have to give the dog up. Thanks to Fressnapf’s support, funds have now been secured, meaning that Miss Sophie will stay with Dominique. The pair is and will remain an inseparable team. more...
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04.08.2010
Fressnapf acquires Swiss Pet Vision AG shares
As of January 1st 2011, the Krefeld-based Fressnapf Group will be the sole holder of its Swiss subsidiary Pet Vision AG. Rolf Styger, Managing Director of Pet Vision, has decided to sell his shares in the company to Fressnapf founder and proprietor Torsten Toeller. Toeller has until now held a 35 percent share. "Building up Fressnapf Switzerland from 0 to 100 has been an extremely satisfying process. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with so many dedicated employees," says Rolf Styger. "After 13 years and much thought, I have decided to listen to my entrepreneur’s heart and begin something completely new." more...
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02.08.2010
Successful premiere of Bavaria Dog in Munich
Warm and sunny weather drew a large crowd to the first ever Bavaria Dog in Munich yesterday. More than 15,000 dog owners and their four-legged friends were entertained by a colourful programme put together by Fressnapf and over 60 partners, including numerous shows, activity stands and talks across the 10,000 m2 Olympiapark grounds from 10 am to 6 pm. "We are thrilled at the huge response to the dog festival in Munich. The premiere was a resounding success, which we will repeat next year," says Günter Arndt, Fressnapf store owner in Munich and co-organizer of the major event. more...
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29.07.2010
Fressnapf celebrates the year of the cat
Velvet-pawed hunters have reason to purr on 8th August 2010 when World Cat Day is celebrated for the tenth time. Fressnapf is dedicating not just a day, but an entire year to this popular pet with the campaign "Mein Katzenglück" ("happy cats"). In cooperation with different industry partners, Fressnapf is offering new specials and promotions every month as part of the campaign. more...
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19.07.2010
Fressnapf celebrates first Bavaria Dog in Munich
A colourful festival for the entire family - this is what visitors to the first ever Bavaria Dog can expect at the Olympiapark in Munich on Sunday, 1st August. Fressnapf has organised numerous shows, activity stands, talks and plenty of entertainment for all dog lovers and their four-legged friends. "We are pleased that together with over 60 partners, we have been able to put together such a varied programme," says Günter Arndt, Fressnapf store owner in Munich and co-organizer of the major event. more...
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13.07.2010
New design and lots of great features
The brand new website from Fressnapf, Germany’s leading pet food and accessories retailer, is now online. At www.fressnapf.de, there is plenty of new features for pet owners and aspiring pet owners to discover, from the over 200,000-strong Fressnapf Community and forum through to the advice section and online shop. The modern, clear navigation allows animal lovers to quickly and easily access dog, cat, mouse and other pet-related information and services. The new look and opportunity to participate and join in discussions make Fressnapf.de the central social networking platform for all animal fans, great and small. more...
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09.07.2010
Safe travel by car with your dog
An unsecured canine passenger represents a danger to both itself and the human occupants of a car. The experts from specialty chain Fressnapf give an overview of the different types of restraints and their advantages and disadvantages. more...
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09.07.2010
On the road with your dog
In summer, many people travel south in search of sun, taking with them everything but the kitchen sink - including the dog. Dogs prefer to travel to their holiday destination by car as owners can stop wherever and whenever they want for "walkies" breaks during long trips. Dogs are the most "holiday friendly" pet as Rover and friends are usually keen or at least patient passengers to take on a car trip. So there’s no reason not to take your four-legged friend with you on holiday. The veterinary team from specialty chain Fressnapf has put together the most important ground rules to make the journey to your summer holiday destination as comfortable as possible for your dog: more...
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02.07.2010
Wanted: Talented pet for German TV show "GZSZ"
Extraordinary talents, unique personalities or unusual looks-many pets have star potential. To bring this into the spotlight, Fressnapf is going on a pet casting tour across Germany. The most promising talent has the chance to make a guest appearance in Germany’s most successful daily soap, "Gute Zeiten, schlechte Zeiten" ("Good times, bad times"). more...
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Portrait
Fressnapf in the portrait - current numbers, facts and figures about Europe's leading specialty chain for pet food and accessories. more...
The Fressnapf Story
Expansion rush: As Torsten Toeller opened the first Fressnapf in 1990 in Erkelenz, he never dreamed of the rapidity with which the "Fressnapf Idea" would develop. more...
Press contact
Fressnapf Tiernahrungs GmbH
Achim Schütz
Westpreußenstraße 32 - 38
47809 Krefeld
achim.schuetz@fressnapf.com
Tel: +49 2151 5191 - 1231
Fax: +49 2151 5191 - 281231
Arthen Kommunikation GmbH
Kerstin Faas
Käppelestr. 8a
76131 Karlsruhe
k.faas@arthen-kommunikation.de
Tel: +49 721 62514 - 19
Fax: +49 721 62514 - 92
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