Central Garden & Pet Company Class A Common Stock Nonvoting (GP7A)

Overview

Central Garden & Pet Company is a prominent manufacturer and distributor of products designed for the lawn and garden, and pet supplies markets in the United States. With operations divided into two main segments: Pet and Garden, the company caters to a wide range of consumer needs. Founded in 1955, Central Garden & Pet is headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, and has established itself as a trusted supplier to independent distributors, large chains, e-commerce platforms, grocery stores, nurseries, and mass merchants nationwide.

Products and Services

Pet Segment:

• Dog and Cat Supplies: Offers a variety of products such as dog treats and chews, toys, pet beds and containment solutions, grooming products, waste management systems, and training pads.
• Supplies for Aquatics, Small Animals, Reptiles, and Pet Birds: Includes toys, cages and habitats, bedding, and food and supplements to cater to the needs of smaller pet owners.
• Equine and Livestock Products: Provides a range of offerings for the care and management of larger animals including equine and livestock.
• Animal and Household Health and Insect Control: Offers solutions for both animal health and the control of household pests and insects.
• Aquariums and Terrariums: Supplies various sizes and styles of aquariums and terrariums, along with fixtures and stands, water conditioners and supplements, water pumps and filters, and lighting systems and accessories.
• Live Fish and Small Animals: In addition to products, the company also sells live fish and small animals to customers.
• Outdoor Cushions: Provides outdoor cushions among its range of pet-related accessories and comfort items.

Brands under the Pet segment include Aqueon, Cadet, Comfort Zone, Farnam, Four Paws, K&H Pet Products, Kaytee, Nylabone, and Zilla.

Garden Segment:

• Lawn and Garden Supplies: Offers a comprehensive array of products including grass seed, seeds for vegetables, flowers, and herbs, wild bird feed, bird feeders, bird houses, and birding accessories.
• Fertilizers: Provides a variety of fertilizers suitable for different plants and lawn needs.
• Decorative Products and Live Plants: Offers decorative garden products and a variety of live plants to enhance outdoor spaces.
• Weed and Grass Control: Supplies products for the control of weeds and unwanted grass, along with other herbicides, insecticides, and pesticide products.

Brands under the Garden segment include Amdro, Ferry-Morse, Pennington, and Sevin, each trusted for their quality and effectiveness in aiding consumers to maintain beautiful and healthy gardens.