WHERE BEST FRIENDS ARE MADE Trademark

Trademark Overview


On Tuesday, February 25, 1997, a trademark application was filed for WHERE BEST FRIENDS ARE MADE with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The USPTO has given the WHERE BEST FRIENDS ARE MADE trademark a serial number of 75981091. The federal status of this trademark filing is CANCELLED - SECTION 8 as of Friday, February 10, 2023. This trademark is owned by Smart Stuff, Inc.. The WHERE BEST FRIENDS ARE MADE trademark is filed in the Paper & Printed Material Products, Leather Products, Clothing & Apparel Products, Toys & Sporting Goods Products, Advertising, Business and Retail Services, Education & Entertainment Services, and Computer & Software Services & Scientific Services categories with the following description:

entertainment services in the nature of parties for creating stuffed toy animals and plush toy animals and providing of party facilities therefor

[ handbags, tote bags, backpacks, purses ]

carrying cases for plush toy animals, stuffed toy animals and accessories therefor; plush toy animals and stuffed toy animals and accessories therefor, [ toys, namely, musical toys ]

[ books, newsletters, ] [ magazines, pamphlets, and brochures for children; and books, newsletters, magazines, pamphlets, and brochures ] [ relating to stuffed and plush toy animals and dolls; greeting cards, ] stickers [, stationery products, namely, writing paper, envelopes ] ; publications, namely, calendars

clothing, namely, shirts and T-shirts

[ mail order, ] retail store, [mail order] [ and catalog ] services in the field of stuffed toy animals and plush toy animals and accessories therefor, [CD Roms, audio cassettes, jewelry;][ books, newsletters, ] [ magazines, pamphlets, and brochures ] [ for children; books, newsletters, magazines and brochures relating to stuffed and plush toy animals and dolls, greeting cards; ] stickers; [ stationery products namely, writing paper and envelopes; ] calendars,[ handbags, tote bags, backpacks, purses; ] and carrying cases for plush toy animals, stuffed toy animals and accessories therefor; [ceramic figurines, metal and non-metal keychains ] [ and novelty buttons; mugs, clothing; toys;] retail services via a global computer network in the fields of stuffed toy animals and plush toy animals and accessories therefor, [ CD Roms, audio cassettes, jewelry; books, newsletters, magazines, pamphlets, and brochures for children; books, newsletters, magazines and brochures relating to stuffed and ...

providing information in a wide variety of fields by means of a global computer information network
where best friends are made

General Information


Serial Number75981091
Word MarkWHERE BEST FRIENDS ARE MADE
Filing DateTuesday, February 25, 1997
Status710 - CANCELLED - SECTION 8
Status DateFriday, February 10, 2023
Registration Number2602016
Registration DateTuesday, July 30, 2002
Mark Drawing1000 - Typeset: Word(s) / letter(s) / number(s)
Published for Opposition DateTuesday, January 12, 1999

Trademark Statements


Goods and Servicesentertainment services in the nature of parties for creating stuffed toy animals and plush toy animals and providing of party facilities therefor
Goods and Services[ handbags, tote bags, backpacks, purses ]
Goods and Servicescarrying cases for plush toy animals, stuffed toy animals and accessories therefor; plush toy animals and stuffed toy animals and accessories therefor, [ toys, namely, musical toys ]
Goods and Services[ books, newsletters, ] [ magazines, pamphlets, and brochures for children; and books, newsletters, magazines, pamphlets, and brochures ] [ relating to stuffed and plush toy animals and dolls; greeting cards, ] stickers [, stationery products, namely, writing paper, envelopes ] ; publications, namely, calendars
Goods and Servicesclothing, namely, shirts and T-shirts
Goods and Services[ mail order, ] retail store, [mail order] [ and catalog ] services in the field of stuffed toy animals and plush toy animals and accessories therefor, [CD Roms, audio cassettes, jewelry;][ books, newsletters, ] [ magazines, pamphlets, and brochures ] [ for children; books, newsletters, magazines and brochures relating to stuffed and plush toy animals and dolls, greeting cards; ] stickers; [ stationery products namely, writing paper and envelopes; ] calendars,[ handbags, tote bags, backpacks, purses; ] and carrying cases for plush toy animals, stuffed toy animals and accessories therefor; [ceramic figurines, metal and non-metal keychains ] [ and novelty buttons; mugs, clothing; toys;] retail services via a global computer network in the fields of stuffed toy animals and plush toy animals and accessories therefor, [ CD Roms, audio cassettes, jewelry; books, newsletters, magazines, pamphlets, and brochures for children; books, newsletters, magazines and brochures relating to stuffed and plush toy animals, greeting cards; ] stickers; [ stationery products namely, writing paper, envelopes; ] calendars; [ handbags, tote bags, backpacks, purses; ] and carrying cases for plush toy animals, stuffed toy animals and accessories therefor, toys
Goods and Servicesproviding information in a wide variety of fields by means of a global computer information network

Classification Information


International Class016 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials, not included in other classes; printed matter; bookbinding material; photographs; stationery; adhesives for stationery or household purposes; artists' materials; paint brushes; typewriters and office requisites (except furniture); instructional and teaching material (except apparatus); plastic materials for packaging (not included in other classes); printers' type; printing blocks.
US Class Codes002, 005, 022, 023, 029, 037, 038, 050
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, February 10, 2023
Primary Code016
First Use Anywhere DateSunday, October 26, 1997
First Use In Commerce DateSunday, October 26, 1997

International Class018 - Leather and imitations of leather, and goods made of these materials and not included in other classes; animal skins, hides; trunks and traveling bags; umbrellas, parasols and walking sticks; whips, harness and saddlery.
US Class Codes001, 002, 003, 022, 041
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, February 10, 2023
Primary Code018
First Use Anywhere DateSunday, October 26, 1997
First Use In Commerce DateSunday, October 26, 1997

International Class025 - Clothing, footwear, headgear.
US Class Codes022, 039
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, February 10, 2023
Primary Code025
First Use Anywhere DateSunday, October 26, 1997
First Use In Commerce DateSunday, October 26, 1997

International Class028 - Games and playthings; gymnastic and sporting articles not included in other classes; decorations for Christmas trees.
US Class Codes022, 023, 038, 050
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, February 10, 2023
Primary Code028
First Use Anywhere DateSunday, October 26, 1997
First Use In Commerce DateSunday, October 26, 1997

International Class035 - Advertising; business management; business administration; office functions.
US Class Codes100, 101, 102
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, February 10, 2023
Primary Code035
First Use Anywhere DateSunday, October 26, 1997
First Use In Commerce DateSunday, October 26, 1997

International Class041 - Education; providing of training; entertainment; sporting and cultural activities.
US Class Codes100, 101, 107
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, February 10, 2023
Primary Code041
First Use Anywhere DateSaturday, November 1, 1997
First Use In Commerce DateSaturday, November 1, 1997

International Class042 - Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; industrial analysis and research services; design and development of computer hardware and software.
US Class Codes100, 101
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, February 10, 2023
Primary Code042
First Use Anywhere DateSunday, October 26, 1997
First Use In Commerce DateSunday, October 26, 1997

Trademark Owner History


Party NameBUILD-A-BEAR RETAIL MANAGEMENT, INC.
Party Type31 - New Owner After Registration
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressST. LOUIS, MO 631145760

Party NameBUILD-A-BEAR WORKSHOP, L.L.C.
Party Type30 - Original Registrant
Legal Entity Type16 - Limited Liability Company
AddressST. LOUIS, MO 63114

Party NameBUILD-A-BEAR WORKSHOP, L.L.C.
Party Type20 - Owner at Publication
Legal Entity Type16 - Limited Liability Company
AddressST. LOUIS, MO 63114

Party NameBUILD-A-BEAR WORKSHOP, L.L.C.
Party Type11 - New Owner Before Publication
Legal Entity Type16 - Limited Liability Company
AddressST. LOUIS, MO 63114

Party NameSmart Stuff, Inc.
Party Type10 - Original Applicant
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressSt. Louis, MO 63124

Trademark Events


Event DateEvent Description
Friday, February 10, 2023CANCELLED SEC. 8 (10-YR)/EXPIRED SECTION 9
Friday, July 30, 2021COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (10-YR)/SEC. 9 E-MAILED
Thursday, September 24, 2020ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP NOT UPDATED AUTOMATICALLY
Monday, March 5, 2012NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 - E-MAILED
Monday, March 5, 2012REGISTERED AND RENEWED (FIRST RENEWAL - 10 YRS)
Monday, March 5, 2012REGISTERED - SEC. 9 GRANTED/CHECK RECORD FOR SEC. 8
Monday, March 5, 2012REGISTERED - PARTIAL SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED
Tuesday, August 9, 2011REGISTERED - COMBINED SECTION 8 (10-YR) & SEC. 9 FILED
Thursday, August 18, 2011TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION-POST REG RECEIVED
Thursday, August 11, 2011POST REGISTRATION ACTION MAILED - SEC. 8 & 9
Tuesday, August 9, 2011TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED
Wednesday, December 10, 2008ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP NOT UPDATED AUTOMATICALLY
Tuesday, August 19, 2008REGISTERED - PARTIAL SEC. 8 (6-YR) ACCEPTED & SEC. 15 ACK.
Wednesday, July 16, 2008REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) & SEC. 15 FILED
Tuesday, July 29, 2008ASSIGNED TO PARALEGAL
Wednesday, July 16, 2008TEAS SECTION 8 & 15 RECEIVED
Thursday, December 27, 2007CASE FILE IN TICRS
Tuesday, July 30, 2002REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Monday, May 13, 2002ALLOWED PRINCIPAL REGISTER - SOU ACCEPTED
Tuesday, January 22, 2002CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Friday, January 25, 2002CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Friday, July 20, 2001NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED
Saturday, July 7, 2001STATEMENT OF USE PROCESSING COMPLETE
Wednesday, December 27, 2000USE AMENDMENT FILED
Saturday, July 7, 2001DIVISIONAL PROCESSING COMPLETE
Tuesday, January 2, 2001DIVISIONAL REQUEST RECEIVED
Tuesday, January 2, 2001DIVISIONAL REQUEST RECEIVED
Tuesday, June 27, 2000NOA MAILED - SOU REQUIRED FROM APPLICANT
Monday, May 8, 2000OPPOSITION TERMINATED NO. 999999
Monday, May 8, 2000OPPOSITION DISMISSED NO. 999999
Thursday, April 6, 2000OPPOSITION INSTITUTED NO. 999999
Thursday, January 28, 1999EXTENSION OF TIME TO OPPOSE RECEIVED
Tuesday, January 12, 1999PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION
Friday, December 11, 1998NOTICE OF PUBLICATION
Tuesday, October 27, 1998APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Monday, August 31, 1998CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Tuesday, May 5, 1998NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED
Thursday, February 19, 1998CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Saturday, October 11, 1997NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED
Wednesday, October 8, 1997ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Thursday, September 18, 1997ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER