Magazine Contents, February 2012
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| In Front |
| Editor's Note |
| Feedback |
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| News Beat |
Querying the Nonpet Owner
Instead of asking pet owners what they think, the APPA’s latest study focuses on those who don’t.
PLUS: Pet Store Pro has a new manager training curriculum.
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Legislation
Best practices and case studies are part of an ongoing initiative that looks at ways to ensure pets aren’t introduced into the wild
PLUS: The National Retail Federation says Internet retailers should collect sales tax, too.
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Agenda
Info on trade shows, grooming contests and more. |
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| Counter Intelligence |
How to Talk to Customers
To make customers feel their needs are your top priority, start with the words you use when speaking to them.
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Marketing & Management
Lessons learned from a natural disaster.
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Operations & Strategies
Helpful time management tips.
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| Features |
PET AGE Pinnacle Awards
Classic, high-quality products from well-established pet products manufacturers grabbed the attention of retailers in 2011.
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Just What the Doctor Ordered
Pets can be good for our health and new efforts to broadcast that message—backed by science—could encourage more people to get pets.
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When Poultry Become Pets
As chickens move from barnyards to backyards, the door is wide open for you to outfit these clucking companion animals.
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| Hands On |
Advances in Aquaculture
The U.S. marine aquaculture industry is poised to take a major leap forward in the type and number of species it can offer.
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Health
It’s flu season—for dogs.
PLUS: February is Pet Dental Health Month. |
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| Groom & Board |
May the Force Be With You
Nothing beats a high-velocity dryer when it comes to saving time in the salon—and today’s models offer more value than ever.
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| Shelf Life |
Tough Toys for Active Dogs
From classic styles to brand-new varieties, you can offer your customers lots of tough toys to satisfy even the most destructive doggy.
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Products
The latest products in each major category.
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Ad Index
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Top Shelf
Innovative, convenient products for today’s pet consumer.
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