Pet specialty retailers looking for product trends that will give them a leg up on the competition should pay close attention to several forces shaping the future of pet care.
As consumers continue to make healthier snacking choices for themselves, they are doing the same for their four-footed family members by seeking out dog treats that satisfy and are good for them as well.
There are several reasons why some birds in the finch family are among the most popular species in the pet trade-and retailers should be well versed in them.
Cat grooming product sales are on the rise as pet owners become more educated about caring for their pets, but there are still many ways retailers can maximize sales in the category.
Located in the tony seaside community of Bethany Beach, Del., Yuppy Puppy has made an art form out of converting summer tourists into a loyal and profitable customer base.
Will Chen, founder and CEO of P.L.A.Y. (Pet Lifestyle And You), discusses his company's approach to creating pet beds and toys that deliver real value to pet retailers and their customers.
Customer loyalty programs can be invaluable to pet specialty retailers that make the necessary investment in designing and managing the right strategy for their stores.
According to executive vice president Leslie Yellin, Multipet International brings a number of key resources to the partnerships it forms with retailers.
With a well-versed staff of full-time journalists complemented by a group of industry experts—many with 20 or 30 years of experience working in the pet industry—we have developed the finest publication in the retail pet industry.
An increasing number of pet owners are researching and buying natural foods for their four-legged loved ones, and retailers that can keep up with the latest consumer demands are well positioned to profit.
Are independent brick-and-mortar pet shops being quietly phased out by vendors looking to punch their own ticket on the freight train that is Internet retailing?
Known for their convenience and ease of use, packaged fish foods can almost sell themselves, but savvy retailers can catapult sales upward with some thoughtful marketing and sales techniques.
The Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council is closely monitoring and working on a number of current and emerging issues facing the ornamental aquarium industry.
Not only are parasites such as fleas and ticks a nuisance, they can pose a real health risk for pets and their owners. Retailers have an opportunity to protect both with the right lineup of products.
