“The cat food category is one of the most contested pet care segments at the retail level, with mass merchants and grocery stores constantly challenging pet stores for position as the go-to source for feline nutrition products. This is due, in no small part, to the fact that cat owners have generally trailed behind dog owners when it comes to adapting new trends. Ultimately, cat products do tend to follow the same general trends as…”
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“When pet retailers think about travel products, they often think only in terms of summer sales—products sold to customers who take their pets along on vacation. While that is certainly a major sales driver of travel products, it is not the only one, and consequently, there is a growing number…”
“The cat furniture category is one of many that has benefited from the pet humanization trend in recent years. Despite the economy, many cat owners have come to view cat furniture as must-have items. Manufacturers have also noted that these customers are placing a premium on quality, functionality and style—and…”
“Consumables are an important part of any retailer’s bottom line—not only because they mean multiple purchases, but also because they create customer loyalty. When customers find a brand they like and know they can get it at a particular store, it is likely that they’ll return. But it’s not often…”
“While experts agree that the green trend continues to grow, consumer demand for these products is evolving. The economy has pet owners more concerned about value than ever before, and educated consumers are no longer swayed by inauthentic efforts to make a product seem green. They are also more interested…”
