Pet Business

Natural/Holistic

by Lynn Switanowski on Jun 30, 2010

“Today’s pet retailers are continuously searching for the perfect business approach to attract new customers and drive profits in the crowded marketplace. Constantly asking questions seems to be the standard course of events. Will offering do-it-yourself services enhance my sales? Will altering my product offering change the profitability of my pet business? Will social media participation help attract new prospects or improve customer loyalty?And many of the best retailers continue to look for an answer…”

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Natural Canine Nutrition

by Nell Miller on May 31, 2010

“As children our parents tell us to eat our vegetables and not to consume junk food, and pet parents must make similar decisions for their furry family members. Food is the fuel that pets’ bodies use to play, chase, romp and snuggle, and nutrients strengthen the immune system so a…”

It’s Only Natural

by Nell Miller on May 1, 2010

“Natural sales are a great way for a pet retailer to increase profits, which is why some extra time and energy needs to be devoted to displaying and merchandising natural products. First, come up with an in-store merchandising plan that will highlight natural and organic products. This may mean making…”

Trend Report

by Nell Miller on Apr 1, 2010

“Before the turn of the century, customers did not see a large selection of natural and organic products on the shelves at their local pet store. While there were manufacturers producing natural products before 2000, these items did not bring in much when it came to annual sales. In addition,…”

The Purr-fect Diet

by Melissa Breau on Mar 1, 2010

“Cats are known to be finicky eaters, but that’s only the tip of the iceberg. Not only are cats likely to turn up their noses at something that doesn’t meet their standards, they also have a large number of complicated nutritional concerns that have to be taken into account. This…”