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12/18/08PetSmart Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
PHOENIX, AZ, Dec 18, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- PetSmart, Inc. (NASDAQ: PETM) declared a quarterly common stock cash dividend of three cents ($0.03) per share. The dividend is payable Feb. 13, 2009 to shareholders of record at the close of business on Jan. 30, 2009. PetSmart, Inc. is the largest specialty pet retailer of services and solutions for the lifetime needs of pets. The company operates more than 1,107 pet stores in the United States and Canada, 132 in-store Pe... 
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12/11/08Social Release: PetSmart(R) Shares More Stories of Comfort and Joy
Click here for the social release. PetSmart offers pet parents the chance to spread holiday cheer and share photos, traditions and fun with other pet parents online. Whether posting a "brag book" of holiday pet photos, sharing favorite pet-friendly holiday recipes or talking about holiday traditions, PetSmart offers pet parents places online to celebrate holiday fun. Image Available: http://www2.marketwire.com/mw/frame_mw?attachid=890743 Embedded Video Available: http://www2.marke... 
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12/10/08Social Release: Join PetSmart(R) for Stories of Comfort and Joy
Click here for the social release. PetSmart offers pet parents the chance to spread holiday cheer and share photos, traditions and fun with other pet parents online. Whether posting a "brag book" of holiday pet photos, sharing favorite pet-friendly holiday recipe or talking about holiday traditions, PetSmart offers pet parents places online to celebrate holiday fun. Image Available: http://www2.marketwire.com/mw/frame_mw?attachid=889318 Embedded Video Available: http://www2.market... 
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12/04/08Social Release: PetSmart(R) Brings Comfort and Joy to the Holidays
Click here for the social release. They'll Love the Gifts, You'll Love the Value This holiday season, PetSmart delivers toys and apparel at the top of pets' list including: -- Extra large plush toys that pets, and kids, can snuggle up with by the fire. These toys are large, soft and quality-tested for pets. ($3.99 to $14.99 U.S., $4.99 to 24.99 CAN) -- The hottest winter pet apparel, like a traditional fisherman sweater and bright, beautiful holiday apparel. ($3.99 U.S. to... 
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12/03/08Santa Claws Is Coming to Every PetSmart® in Town
PHOENIX, AZ--(Marketwire - December 3, 2008) - WHAT: Pets visit with Santa Claws Pets and their parents line up to sit, stay and smile on Santa's lap at the annual PetSmart Santa Claws event the first three weekends of December. Santa Claws photo packages are $9.95 with a PetPerks® card, and $5 from each package goes to local PetSmart Charities adoption partners. Pet parents receive one 4x6 digital photo of their pet with Santa and an exclusive holiday frame. ... 
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11/25/08PetSmart(R) Gives Comfort and Joy to Pets and Their Parents This Holiday Season
PHOENIX, AZ, Nov 25, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- No matter what the holiday budget, PetSmart(R) (NASDAQ: PETM) offers pets and their parents gifts that bring comfort and joy without breaking the bank. With nearly 130 million dogs and cats in the U.S. expected to receive gifts this year, PetSmart delivers hundreds of exclusive items at the perfect price for this year's economy, such as: -- The hottest pet clothing for winter, like a traditional fisherman sweater and brig... 
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11/19/08PetSmart Reports Results for the Third Quarter 2008
Earnings of $0.28 per Share; Comp Sales Growth of 5.4 Percent; Net Sales Growth of 12.1 Percent; Services Sales Growth of 15.2 Percent PHOENIX, AZ, Nov 19, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- PetSmart, Inc. (NASDAQ: PETM) today reported net income of $35.8 million, or $0.28 per share, for the third quarter of 2008. That compares with net income of $29.5 million, or $0.23 per share, for the third quarter of 2007. Net sales for the third quarter of 2008 increased 12.1 percent to ... 
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11/10/08PetSmart, Inc. to Host Third Quarter 2008 Earnings Conference Call
PHOENIX, AZ--(MARKET WIRE)--Nov 10, 2008 -- On Wednesday, November 19, 2008 at 4:30 p.m. (EST) PetSmart, Inc. (NasdaqGS:PETM - News) will host a conference call announcing its results for the fiscal third quarter. The earnings release will be distributed the same day, after the close of the market. To listen to the live call, dial: Within the United States and Canada: 866-238-1645 Internationally: 703-639-1163 Conference ID #: 1298971 -or- ... 
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10/27/08Media Advisory: Special Service Dog Donation
Forty-Eight-Year-Old Community Member to Receive a Free Canine Assistants Service Dog NASHVILLE, TN, Oct 27, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- WHAT Cynthia Higgins of Bradyville, will be welcomed to the Canine Assistants family and introduced to a representative Canine Assistants service dog. She uses a wheelchair and at the age of 28 was diagnosed with a progressive form of Multiple Sclerosis, Optic Neuritis and Ostoporis, as well having two herniated disks. Cynthia's own ... 
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10/10/08Social Release: PetSmart(R) Offers Top Costumes, Toys and Halloween Events
Pets Celebrate Howl-O-WeenPHOENIX, AZ, Oct 10, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- A recent PetSmart survey reveals at least 16 million pets will dress up for Halloween in 2008. To make this Halloween your pet's spookiest yet, PetSmart offers top costumes, toys and pet-friendly fun in-store and online. Top Costumes for Dogs and Cats PetSmart Dog Fashion Expert Rashell Cooper says, "Pets are members of the family, and just like kids, they'll sport the latest trends in costumes... 
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10/01/08Trick or Treat, Smell My...Paws?
PetSmart(R) Gives Pets Something Good to Eat, Wear and Do This Halloween PHOENIX, AZ, Oct 01, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- A recent PetSmart(R) (NASDAQ: PETM) survey shows that one in 10 pet parents dressed their pets in costumes for Halloween last year. With more than 160 million dogs and cats in the U.S., this means that at least 16 million of them are wondering what their loving pet parents have in store this year. Pets and pet parents can take comfort knowing that P... 
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09/26/08Petsmart Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
PHOENIX, AZ, Sep 26, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- PetSmart, Inc. (NASDAQ: PETM) declared a quarterly common stock cash dividend of three cents ($0.03) per share. The dividend is payable Nov. 14, 2008, to shareholders of record at the close of business on Oct. 31, 2008. PetSmart, Inc. is the largest specialty pet retailer of services and solutions for the lifetime needs of pets. The company operates more than 1,075 pet stores in the United States and Canada, a growing numb... 
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09/23/08Social Release: Pet Parents and PetSmart Associates Name Favorite Things
Click here for social media version PetSmart Offers Customer Discount on Pets' Favorite Things PHOENIX, AZ--(Marketwire - September 23, 2008) - Fur removal, fashionable collars and automatic litter boxes top the Favorite Things PetSmart associates and customers are buzzing about this year. To keep pets happy and healthy, more than 1,000 of PetSmart's favorite foods, treat, toys and other items come with up to a 15 percent discount in-store and online at petsmart.com thro... 
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08/28/08PetSmart Reports Results for the Second Quarter 2008
Earnings of $0.30 per Share; Comp Sales Growth of 4.0 Percent; Net Sales Growth of 11.2 Percent; Services Sales Growth of 20.4 Percent PHOENIX, AZ, Aug 28, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- PetSmart, Inc. (NASDAQ: PETM) today reported net income of $37.2 million, or $0.30 per share, for the second fiscal quarter of 2008. That compares with net income of $47.1 million, or $0.35 per share, for the second fiscal quarter of 2007, which included $6.7 million of net benefits associ... 
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08/25/08MEDIA ADVISORY: Special Service Dog Donation
Thirty-Five-Year-Old Community Member to Receive a Free Canine Assistants Service Dog DENVER, CO, Aug 25, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- (NASDAQ: PETM) WHAT John Couch of Boulder, who uses a wheelchair and has been diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy since birth, will be welcomed to the Canine Assistants family and introduced to a representative Canine Assistants service dog. John's own Canine Assistants service dog will assist him with balance, retrieving dropped items, ope... 
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07/11/08PetSmart Charities Sends Emergency Support to Northern California to Help Pet Victims of Wildfires
Emergency Relief Waggin'(TM) From Phoenix En Route to Oroville, Calif.PHOENIX, AZ, Jul 11, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- PetSmart Charities today deployed its Phoenix-based Emergency Relief Waggin'(TM) stocked with much-needed supplies to aid pet victims of the northern California wildfires. The semi-trailer, which is stocked with an estimated $50,000 worth of supplies, departed from the PetSmart (NASDAQ: PETM) Phoenix distribution center, 7650 W. Latham, late today. The ve... 
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06/27/08PetSmart Charities(R) Dispatches Emergency Relief Waggin' to Assist With Rescue of 700 Dogs From Tennessee Puppy Mill
PHOENIX, AZ, Jun 27, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- PetSmart Charities received a request for its Emergency Relief Waggin' in connection with an alleged puppy mill situation, for which the Hickman County Sheriff's Department, the Tennessee Department of Agriculture, the 21st Judicial District Drug Task Force and the Tennessee Highway patrol were planning to execute a search warrant. In response, PetSmart Charities dispatched from PetSmart's (NASDAQ: PETM) Newnan, Georgia di... 
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06/23/08MEDIA ADVISORY: Special Service Dog Donation
Twelve-Year-Old Indianapolis Community Member to Receive a Free Canine Assistants Service Dog INDIANAPOLIS, IN, Jun 23, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- (NASDAQ: PETM) WHAT Craig Haynes of Indianapolis, who uses a wheelchair and has been diagnosed with Autism, will be welcomed to the Canine Assistants family and introduced to a representative Canine Assistants service dog. WHERE PetSmart 5750 West 86th Street Indianapolis, IN 46278 (317) 802.9025 WHEN ... 
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06/20/08PetSmart, Inc. to Host Second Quarter 2008 Earnings Conference Call
PHOENIX, AZ, Jun 20, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- On Thursday, August 28, 2008 at 4:30 p.m. (EDT) PetSmart, Inc. (NASDAQ: PETM) will host a conference call announcing its results for the fiscal second quarter. The earnings release will be distributed the same day, after the close of the market. To listen to the live call, dial: Within the United States and Canada: 866-802-4322 Internationally: 703-639-1319 Conference ID #: 1254711 -or- Listen at www.petm.... 
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06/19/08PetSmart Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
PHOENIX, AZ, Jun 19, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- PetSmart, Inc. (NASDAQ: PETM) declared a quarterly common stock cash dividend of three cents ($0.03) per share. The dividend is payable Aug. 15, 2008, to shareholders of record at the close of business on Aug. 1, 2008. PetSmart, Inc. is the largest specialty pet retailer of services and solutions for the lifetime needs of pets. The company operates more than 1,043 pet stores in the United States and Canada, a growing numbe... 
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06/18/08PetSmart Charities(R) Continues to Provide Supplies for Pet Victims of Midwest Flooding
450 Wire Crates, 510 Food Bowls, 120 Leads and Collars, 288 Litter Pans and 8,046 Pounds of Cat Litter Are Just Some of the Requested Products Agencies Need to Care for Displaced Pets PHOENIX, AZ, Jun 18, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- PetSmart Charities today announced that it is sending even more pet supplies to the Midwest, where the devastating floods have displaced countless animals. Hundreds of pet crates, bowls, collars, leads -- and more than four tons of cat litter... 
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06/13/08PetSmart Charities(R) Dispatches Emergency Relief Waggin' to Cedar Rapids to Help Pet Victims of Midwest Flooding
PHOENIX, AZ, Jun 13, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- PetSmart Charities will dispatch its Emergency Relief Waggin' stocked with emergency pet supplies to Cedar Rapids, Iowa today to help the pet victims of recent flooding. The 53-foot trailer contains enough pet products, food and supplies to support up to 500 companion animals. The trailer will be dispatched from PetSmart's (NASDAQ: PETM) Ottawa, Illinois distribution center loaded with food, crates, beds, bowls and other ... 
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06/05/08Social Release -- PetSmart Celebrates How Pets Make Us Happy
Click here for social media version PHOENIX, AZ--(Marketwire - June 5, 2008) - According to a national PetSmart® survey of dog and cat owners, 92 percent say their happiness is directly affected by the happiness of their pet. To celebrate the bond between pets and their parents, PetSmart is partnering with Purina® pet food to host a Summer Happy Hour Tuesday, June 10 from 6 to 8 p.m. at all U.S. PetSmart stores. Make Summer Happy Summer Happy Hour: Tuesday, June 10 fr... 
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05/29/08PetSmart(R) Survey Shows Pets Make People Feel Doggone Good
Pet Parents Benefit, Feel Good About Having Happy, Healthy Pets PHOENIX, AZ, May 29, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- According to a national PetSmart (NASDAQ: PETM) survey of dog and cat owners, 92 percent say their happiness is directly affected by the happiness of their pet. And no wonder, since 93 percent say that they feel their pet is a true member of the family and 95 percent are happier in general thanks to these furry friends. "PetSmart is in the business of giving... 
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05/21/08PetSmart Reports Results for the First Quarter 2008
Earnings of $0.32 per Share; Comp Sales Growth of 2.9 Percent; Net Sales Growth of 9.1 Percent; Services Sales Growth of 21.6 PercentPHOENIX, AZ, May 21, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- PetSmart, Inc. (NASDAQ: PETM) today reported net income of $41.2 million, or $0.32 per share, for the first fiscal quarter of 2008. That compares with net income of $106.7 million, or $0.78 per share, for the first quarter of fiscal 2007, which included a $0.47 per share net benefit from the sal... 
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05/12/08PetSmart, Inc. to Host First Quarter 2008 Earnings Conference Call
PHOENIX, AZ, May 12, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- On Wednesday, May 21, 2008, at 4:30 p.m. (EDT), PetSmart, Inc. (NASDAQ: PETM) will host a conference call announcing its results for the fiscal first quarter. The earnings release will be distributed the same day, after the close of the market. To listen to the live call, dial: Within the United States and Canada: 866-802-4322 Internationally: 703-639-1319 Conference ID #: 1233603 -or- Listen at www.petm.com or w... 
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04/29/08Reminder: PetSmart Charities Spring Adoption Event to Give Hope and Find Families for 14,600 Homeless Pets
Over 1,000 U.S. and Canadian PetSmart Stores and 3,400 Adoption Agencies Partner in 32-Hour Effort to Save Lives PHOENIX, AZ, Apr 29, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- PetSmart Charities seeks lifelong, loving homes for as many as 14,600 abandoned and homeless pets during its Spring Adoption Event this weekend. Adoptable cats and dogs will be available at every U.S. and Canadian PetSmart (NASDAQ: PETM) store May 2-4. Contact local stores for specific agency hours of participatio... 
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04/17/08Social Release -- Pets in Party Hats
Click here for social media version PetSmart Invites You to Celebrate at Our Pet Birthday Party PHOENIX, AZ--(Marketwire - April 17, 2008) - PetSmart is celebrating its 21st birthday with a birthday party -- for pets. On Tuesday, April 22 from 6 to 8 p.m., PetSmart® will host a birthday party and photo event. Pets can learn how to "high five" with accredited PetSmart trainers and show off their new trick in a "high five" contest at 7 p.m. Pets wearing creatively decorated part... 
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04/14/08MEDIA ADVISORY: Special Service Dog Donation
28-Year-Old Adolphus Resident to Receive a Free Canine Assistants Service Dog SMYRNA, TN, Apr 14, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- (NASDAQ: PETM) WHAT Wheelchair bound Michael Carter of Adolphus, KY, who has been diagnosed with Degenerative Cerebellum Ataxia since birth, will be welcomed to the Canine Assistants family and presented with a representative service dog. In case of an emergency, his service dog will summon help. Michael feels a service dog will improve his ... 
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04/10/08PetSmart(R) Birthday Bash for Pets
WHAT: A complimentary birthday event for pets and their pet parents in all PetSmart stores. Pets are encouraged to wear their best decorated party hat and compete to win PetSmart gift cards. Pets also have a chance to learn how to "high five" with accredited trainers and show off their new trick in a "high five" contest. Party favors include a digital photo package and goodie bags. Supplies are limited, so pets should arrive earl... 
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04/01/08PetSmart Charities Spring Adoption Event to Give Hope and Find Families for 14,600 Homeless Pets
Over 1,000 U.S. and Canadian PetSmart Stores and 3,400 Adoption Agencies Partner in 32-Hour Effort to Save Lives PHOENIX, AZ, Apr 01, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- PetSmart Charities seeks lifelong, loving homes for as many as 14,600 abandoned and homeless pets during its Spring Adoption Event. Adoptable cats and dogs will be available at every U.S. and Canadian PetSmart (NASDAQ: PETM) store May 2-4. Contact local stores for specific agency hours of participation. Each c... 
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03/26/08PetSmart Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
PHOENIX, AZ, Mar 26, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- PetSmart, Inc. (NASDAQ: PETM) declared a quarterly common stock cash dividend of three cents ($0.03) per share. The dividend is payable May 16, 2008, to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 2, 2008. PetSmart, Inc. is the largest specialty pet retailer of services and solutions for the lifetime needs of pets. The company operates more than 1,000 pet stores in the United States and Canada, a growing number ... 
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03/05/08PetSmart Reports Results for the Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2007
Earnings per Share of $0.59 for the Fourth Quarter (14 weeks) and $1.95 for the Fiscal Year (53 weeks); Comparable Store Sales of 0.8 Percent for the Fourth Quarter and 2.4 Percent for the Fiscal YearPHOENIX, AZ, Mar 05, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- PetSmart, Inc. (NASDAQ: PETM), today reported net income of $75.4 million, or $0.59 per diluted share, for the fourth fiscal quarter of 2007. That compares with net income of $76.9 million, or $0.56 per diluted share, for the four... 
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02/25/08PetSmart, Inc. to Host Fourth Quarter 2007 Earnings Conference Call
PHOENIX, AZ, Feb 25, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- On Wednesday, March 5, 2008 at 4:30 p.m. (EST) PetSmart, Inc. (NASDAQ: PETM) will host a conference call announcing its results for the fiscal fourth quarter. The earnings release will be distributed the same day, after the close of the market. To listen to the live call, dial: Within the United States and Canada: 866-837-9781 Internationally: 703-639-1419 Conference ID #: 1199006 -or- List... 
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02/25/08MEDIA ADVISORY: Milk-Bone & PetSmart Donate $10,000 Companion Service Dog to Mesa Resident
PHOENIX, AZ, Feb 25, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- WHAT A 10-year-old Mesa resident will receive a Canine Assistants service dog through a partnership with Milk-Bone and PetSmart (NASDAQ: PETM). Dayton Haywood, who was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy, will be partnered with a canine companion. Because of developmental delays he must use a wheelchair; his service dog will be trained to retrieve dropped objects, turn on and off lights and open doors. Dayton hopes the dog will... 
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02/21/08Picture This: Your Pet's Photo on the New PetSmart(R) PetPerks(R) Visa(R) Credit Card
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02/04/08Social Release - PetSmart Asks… Are Your Pets Keeping Their New Year’s Resolutions to…
Click here for social media version PHOENIX, AZ--(Marketwire - February 4, 2008) - Drop a few pounds? Lead a more active lifestyle? Eat healthier and meet new friends? Getting fit and eating healthy is good for you and your furry friend. It is something you can do together and PetSmart has all the resources to help you. PetSmart New Year's Resolutions: Resolution: "I will not bite off more than I can chew." According to PetSmart Nutrition Expert Dr. Mark Finke, pet par... 
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01/22/08PetSmart Updates Estimated Fourth Quarter 2007 Results
PHOENIX, AZ, Jan 22, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- PetSmart, Inc. (NASDAQ: PETM) announced today that it now expects comparable store sales growth between 0.0% and 1.0% for the fourth quarter of its 2007 fiscal year. PetSmart's earnings per share projection is now $0.57 to $0.61 per diluted share for the fourth quarter, which includes an estimated benefit of $0.07 per share for a 53rd week of sales. The revised forecast compares with the company's previous estimates of dilu... 
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01/18/08PetSmart Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
PHOENIX, AZ, Jan 18, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- PetSmart, Inc. (NASDAQ: PETM) declared a quarterly common stock cash dividend of $0.03 cents per share. The dividend is payable Feb. 15, 2008, to shareholders of record at the close of business on Feb. 1, 2008. PetSmart, Inc. is the largest specialty pet retailer of services and solutions for the lifetime needs of pets. The company operates more than 993 pet stores in the United States and Canada, a growing number of in-st... 
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01/07/08PetSmart Promotes Jaye Perricone to Senior Vice President of Real Estate
PHOENIX, AZ, Jan 07, 2008 (MARKET WIRE via COMTEX News Network) -- PetSmart, Inc., (NASDAQ: PETM) has promoted Jaye Perricone to senior vice president, Real Estate, reporting to Phil Francis, chairman and chief executive officer. Perricone will lead the full spectrum of PetSmart's Real Estate activities including Real Estate Site Selection, Construction, Lease Administration, Business Services, Procurement Services, Fixtures and Equipment, and Facilities Management. A veteran leader with ... 
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