Welcome to your best in class opportunity for Global and Made in USA Pet Chews & Treats.

Rush Direct is a solution provider in the Pet Chews & Treat business utilizing a worldwide network of suppliers and a wealth of experience in product and brand development from the initial concept and discovery stage to the final product on shelf.

Rush started doing business in 2003, founded by Vera and Charles Ferreira. Both had past experiences in the Pet industry, having served in the business for over 25 years.

  • Certified by Women’s Business Enterprise

  • SQF certified

  • Global Certifications

  • Product Development & Innovation

  • Branded & Private Label programs

  • Import Agency and Wholesale Distributorship Services

Our Capabilities


  • GFSI Sourcing & Validation of all production facilities

  • Ingredient Formulation Services

  • Branding and/or Specific Item Art Work Development

  • Launch Timeline Coordination

  • Demand Planning & Forecasting post launch

  • Freight Coordination Services

  • Quality Control

  • Product Registration

omage of cat and pet owner

Our Founders

Vera Ferreira President and CFO Rush Direct, Inc.

Charles Ferreira
CEO Rush Direct, Inc.

Rush Direct is Women Owned and proudly certified by Women’s Business Enterprise. Vera Ferreria has been a long-standing advocate for the Pet Industry by delivering healthy solutions focused on meeting evolving trends in the market. Whether the products are Made in USA or sourced globally, Rush prides itself on limited ingredients, palatability and digestive health for all Pets.

Meet the Team

  • Vera Ferreira

    President and CFO

  • Charles Ferreira

    CEO

  • Alci Gramajo

    COO & VP Purchasing

  • Jackie Amezquita

    Sales & Category Manager

  • Rod Herrenbruck

    VP Sales & Innovation

  • Glenn Godley

    VP of Sales

Rush Pet Products “Health, Safety, and Fun for the entire Pet Family!”