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By Tom Mark

True Leaf Adds Hemp Treats For Cats

May 7, 2018 | 8:24 AM

Vernon-based True Leaf Medicine International is presenting its first line of hemp-based treats specially formulated for cats at Interzoo, the world’s largest trade fair for the international pet industry, in Nuremberg, Germany this week.

The treats have a crunchy outer shell and a soft inner core made with hemp – a first to the industry world-wide.

True Leaf says the treats will provide calming support for cats, promote skin and coat health, help prevent hairballs, and also support urinary tract function.

True Leaf founder and CEO, Darcy Bomford, says the company hopes with this new product millions of cat owners will find a line of treats that provide the same benefits as its popular hemp-based products for dogs.

True Leaf Pet has also expanded its selling power in Europe.

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The company has partnered with several new distributors over the past few months to bring its products to pet stores in Norway, Holland, Belgium, Switzerland, and Greece.

True Leaf Pet products are now available in more than 470 stores across Europe, including the Pets Corner locations in the United Kingdom.

The company’s dog chews, treats, dental sticks, and supplement oils are now sold in more than 1,800 stores across North America, Europe, and New Zealand.

True Leaf Pet hemp-based pet products are also available online at www.trueleaf.com and on Amazon.

 

by Tom Mark

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