Cat Gadgets
With “pet technology” being a popular term in the pet industry, more pet specialty retailers are considering the addition of tech products to their inventory. Apart from the wide array of fun gadgets, there is a selection of products that solve serious problems such as feeding cats in multi-pet households, tracking the amount of water […]
High Health Standards
Dry cat food has undergone a big transformation over the years. According to reports from Statista, dry cat food sales have nearly doubled since 2000, rising from $2.3 billion to $3.8 billion in 2014. One of the results of this data is that manufacturers are focused on providing a better quality control, smarter manufacturing facilities […]
Hairball Control
Indoor cats that are exposed to artificial lights tend to shed year-round, making hairballs a perennial issue. This feline issue is best addressed from a nutritional standpoint as well as from a grooming one. The Wellness Natural Hairball Control recipe is made with a precise blend of fiber to control hairballs. “It helps move hair […]
Slim and Trim
Like humans, cats need to stay active and have a balanced diet in order to maintain a healthy weight. By stocking quality diets and appropriate toys, retailers can help cat owners manage their pets’ weight. Diets for Dieting Cats Pet food manufacturers are giving top priority to formulas that promote healthy weight management. “We currently […]
Eco-Friendly Options
Once upon a time, it was difficult to be a cat owner while remaining loyal to our environment. But eco-friendly practices have changed dramatically over the years and these days there are plenty of ways cat owners can make healthier choices for both their pets and the environment. Cat litters are now made from nearly […]
Feline in Winter
Winter is approaching and that means changing activity levels for cats. This is a great opportunity to switch out inventory and freshen up displays with new products that keep crepuscular cats warm and active during those long winter nights. Warm and Dry Senior or arthritic cats can struggle with the cooler temperatures of winter. Heated […]
Dishing up Something New
There has been a lot of recent innovation in the cat bowl category with the spotlight on functionality that takes into account certain specifics pertaining to felines, from feline whisker stress to their finicky eating habits and penchant for leaving food in their bowls to nibble on later. And, much of this innovation was fueled […]
The Cat’s Out of the House
More and more, cat owners are taking their favorite feline on strolls around town, and as the millennial generation continues to propel the cat into the category of world’s most popular pet, we can expect stroller and carrier sales to rise. Today’s cat owners are actively seeking safe, well-designed carriers in fashion-forward styles. “Retailers that […]
Services are the Cat’s Meow
Word is out: cats are the official pet of the millennial generation and it’s becoming apparent that retailers need to start planning unique services they can offer to these feline fanciers. Pet services, such as full-service grooming, dental care, boarding, training and day camps, are the fastest-growing product segment for the industry over the last […]
In or Out?
Despite the movement to promote an indoors-only lifestyle for cats, behaviorists and other experts believe that all cats should still wear a collar with an ID tag, even if they are microchipped. Consequently, manufacturers are taking this catcall seriously and producing collars in a variety of new colors and designs along with matching harnesses and […]
In or Out?
Despite the movement to promote an indoors-only lifestyle for cats, behaviorists and other experts believe that all cats should still wear a collar with an ID tag, even if they are microchipped. Consequently, manufacturers are taking this catcall seriously and producing collars in a variety of new colors and designs along with matching harnesses and […]