The food I wanted was the chicken flavor.  They were out of stock on
that.  I did find a store that carries Felidae and Solid Gold.  I plan
to give these a try (along with the so called crap).

                 ---MIKE---

You'd think they would be in full damage control mode, yet I can find
nothing on their website that reassures their customers.

I'm aware of all this...

However, you are talking about something slightly different.

Phil P. is onto something....

I notice that my cat has been upchucking Wellness a lot recently,
especially if it is left to sit out more than an hour. Fish flavors cause
the most trouble. She also doesn't eat with as much gusto compared to how
she eats Pet Guard, Nutro wet foods

Following press release is from OMH website - problems could be caused by
growth:

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Old Mother Hubbard® Realigns Manufacturing to Respond to Rapid Growth

Record Breaking Sales Leads to Increase in Production for 2005

Chelmsford, Massachusetts (January 27, 2005) - Old Mother Hubbard, a
leading national producer of highest quality, all-natural pet foods and
treats, has announced plans to realign its manufacturing operations to meet
the increasing demand for its Old Mother Hubbard and Wellness® brands. In
2004, Old Mother Hubbard experienced record sales, doubled the size of its
sales force, and increased its retail presence from 3,000 to 4,000
independent pet stores in North America.

"After reviewing the strategic sourcing needs for Old Mother Hubbard and
Wellness products, we have decided to expand operations with our long-time
East Coast and West Coast manufacturing partners and close our local
facility." said Jim Scott, CEO. Through these expanded partnerships, Old
Mother Hubbard will now be able to focus even more resources on new product
development and innovation, retailer support and consumer marketing. "We
remain dedicated to providing the healthiest pet food possible to our
valued business partners and consumers." added Scott.

"Unfortunately, and with deep regret, it is necessary that we close our
local manufacturing facility located at 80 Rogers Street in Lowell." said
Scott. Approximately 100 positions will be eliminated by mid-2005, as a
result of the closure. "We looked at every option possible to make this
plant more efficient in order to keep up with the growing demands in the
highly competitive pet industry," said Scott, "but there are three factors
that we just couldn't overcome: the inefficiencies associated with
operating on three floors, the lack of access to a rail line, and the
economics of operating in an older building. It was truly a very difficult
decision, but one that had to be made."

"As a family-operated business, we have strong relationships with all of
our employees, and we are committed to doing everything possible we can for
those whose jobs are being eliminated. We are working closely with the
Commonwealth's Division of Career Services to help those employees make a
transition to other employment as smoothly as possible." said Scott. The
company recently moved into new headquarters in Chelmsford, MA, and is
preparing for continued rapid growth in 2005.

About Old Mother Hubbard
Old Mother Hubbard was founded in 1926. Under the leadership of the Scott
Family, the Massachusetts-based company is a leading provider of high-
quality pet foods and treats for cats and dogs. The company makes 100%
natural human grade pet food and treats, distributed primarily through
independent pet specialty and natural product stores. They have two
flagship brands: Wellness® brand dog food, cat food, treats and
supplements, and Old Mother Hubbard brand dog biscuits and treats. Old
Mother Hubbard continues to build on its long history of product excellence
and innovation, and follows true to its mission of providing unconditional
love and uncompromising nutrition for pets. Old Mother Hubbard can be found
on the Web at www.omhpet.com.

CONTACT:
Phil Pennellatore
617.536.3300
617.901.7136