Cat carriers have come a long way in the last few decades, especially when it comes to safety.

Retailers can help their customers take some of the unpleasantness out of cleaning up after their pets by tapping into the evolving pick-up product category.

There are many misconceptions when it comes to cat grooming, but the category continues to grow as retailers figure out how to offer a good, cat-specific grooming selection. By Melissa Breau

Retailers that devote some shelf space to automated feeders and fountains can enjoy higher transactions and repeat customers.

More pet owners are incorporating dental care into their pet's routine at home, making the category lucrative for informed pet retailers.

Retailers can leverage people's love for playful felines with a well-curated cat toy category.

The catnip category is often underestimated; but when a retailer invests in it, the segment can provide both impulse purchases and repeat sales.

Pet retailers that are prepared to answer common questions about pet carriers-and merchandise these products well-will have happy traveling customers.

An assortment of products on the market today can help turn a cat's behavior from destructive to ideal.

Retailers that get stain and odor products into the hands of new pet owners can help ensure a more harmonious relationship for the pet and its human companion.

Consumers' growing awareness of the various benefits of cat gardens is driving demand and sales in this category.

Offering pet identification products and engraving services drives traffic into pet stores and puts a potentially life-saving tool into the hands of appreciative customers.