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Employee Retention: Advice From Companies Named Best Places to Work in the Pet Industry
Over the last decade, work culture has drastically shifted and companies are changing the ways in which they foster a healthy work/life balance. Remote and hybrid work models are more prevalent as companies are helping to reshape work culture after the pandemic. Although some companies are focusing their efforts on employee retention, the Global Workplace […]
Private Label: What Retailers Need to Know When Launching a House Brand
Once seen as cheap and generic imitators of more traditional brands, private label products are now viewed completely differently by consumers. This new perspective has resulted in private label manufacturing becoming a very lucrative business, especially for retailers. In short, private labeling is one of the hottest parts of the pet product industry. What are […]
Selecting Supplements That Overcome Today’s Pet Health Issues
Supplements have come to the forefront of the pet industry, thanks to the growing focus on health and wellness by pet parents. Several types of supplements are earning attention from retailers and consumers alike, with trends including condition-specific formulas, life stage-focused and veterinarian-developed products. Among the specific health issues, digestive support supplements are among the [[...]
Choosing Chews: Dogs Have Something to Sink Their Teeth Into
Chewing is a natural canine instinct that relieves the pain of teething, exercises jaw muscles, and cleans teeth. Chewing is also great for beating doggy boredom and can help your dog relieve anxiety or frustration by giving them something enjoyable to focus on. There are many kinds of chews on the market, making it an especially exciting sector for retailers as it generates [&hell[...]
SuperZoo 2023: An Unforgettable Experience for Building Business Connections
August in Las Vegas means one thing to the pet industry. It’s time for thousands of members of the pet care community to gather for SuperZoo at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center from August 16 to 18, with educational sessions commencing on August 15. SuperZoo’s sold-out 2023 trade show floor will span over 300,000 square […]
Let’s Celebrate! These Festive Products Will Get Pets in the Holiday Spirit
With fall around the corner, the winter holiday season isn’t far behind, and retailers are preparing for those customers looking to spoil their beloved pets with presents. As pet companionship continues to thrive, animals are considered part of the family now more than ever, which means being a part of holiday celebrations. Holiday products make […]
Trust, Transparency Draw Brooke Shields to Pet Industry, CBD Health Sector
It’s been a busy year for model, actress and icon Brooke Shields. She recently earned accolades as the subject of “Pretty Baby: Brooke Shields,” the 2-part documentary that reveals her intelligence, vulnerability and humanity while reflecting on her turbulent career and the personal struggles that she had to overcome throughout her life. Since she was […]
Diet Diversity: What’s Driving Today’s Popular Pet Food Brands
The humanization of pets and premiumization of products appear to have gone hand in hand for several years. As humans have learned more about their own health and how their food is made, those concerns have begun to extend to their pets. Pet foods that are nutritious and sustainable remain at the top of the […]
Building Bonds: Pet Brands Help Connect Consumers, Companion Animals
The human-animal bond is a mutually beneficial and dynamic relationship between people and animals that is influenced by behaviors that are essential to the health and well-being of both. This includes, among other things, emotional, psychological and physical interactions of people and their pets. According to Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI), millions of Americans view […]
Critter Crowd Pleasers: Small Animal Pet Products Provide Sales Boost
Pet ownership in the United States has continued to climb over the past three decades, according to surveys conducted by American Pet Products Association. The percentage of pet-owning households has grown from 56 percent in 1988 (the first year the survey was conducted) to 66 percent in 2023, based on the 2023-2024 National Pet Owners […]
At The Helm: Women Leaders Overcome Obstacles to Drive the Pet Industry
Successful women leaders, both in and out of the pet industry, are typically described as being highly determined, wildly passionate and have the enthusiasm and strength to persevere under any circumstances. While women-owned businesses are in the minority, their numbers have increased significantly in recent years. In fact, they are catching up to male-owned businesses and, […]
Pet Brands Examine Sustainability, Reduce Environmental Impact
Every action we take affects the health of our planet. From the products that humans use to the products made for our pets, production processes and consumption methods are impacting the planet, and not in a favorable way. As awareness of the harm spreads, pet parents are seeking brands that align with their views. Pet […]
