H.H. Backer Gears Up for 2010 Spring Show

 H.H. Backer Associates Inc.'s 22nd Annual Pet Industry Spring Trade Show and Educational Conference is set for April 23 to 25, 2010, in Baltimore, Md.

Organizers expect more than 5,000 pet specialty retailers, distributors, groomers and other pet business professionals to attend the event. More than 300 pet supply manufacturers and distributers are expected to display their goods at the show. The 2009 spring show attracted more than 5,300 buyers and 319 exhibitors.

Hours for the 2010 show have been reduced by one hour each day. New show hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 23 and 24 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on April 25. David Harvey, trade show coordinator, said feedback from show attendees and exhibitors prompted the change.