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Checking in on Chews: Natural Body Part Treats Bring Excitement to Dogs, Pet Retailers
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 a canine companion release energy and 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 […]
What Motivates Cat Parents? Finding Cat Opportunities in a Dog-Focused Pet Market
Cat owners are aware of the discrepancies between dog-focused and cat-focused offerings, and the time is ripe for marketers and retailers to embrace felines as the next big thing in the pet market. As the second largest component of the U.S. pet industry by animal type, cats are a $40+ billion market — representing approximately […]
The Good Life: Consumers are Incorporating Their Pet’s Products into Their Own Lifestyle
Particularly since the pandemic, pets have become integral parts of the household for Gen Z and Millennial consumers. A 2022 study by Rover found that 1 in 10 pet parents are choosing to “raise” pets over children, due to reasons that include the lower net cost of care. The study found that this is most […]
Exclusive Interview: Kaley Cuoco Unveils Her Own Effing Pet Brand, Oh Norman!
Not counting commercials, actress Kaley Cuoco first appeared on TV in the 1992 film “Quicksand: No Escape,” which starred Donald Sutherland. In the early 2000s, Cuoco made a major splash with her role as Bridget Hennessy on the ABC sitcom “8 Simple Rules.” With her signature long blond locks and incredibly infectious smile, Cuoco effortlessly […]
Cattitude! Pet Brands Share Their Insights on the Latest Trends in the Cat Care Sector
Leaders in the cat sector are striving to create products that will satisfy the owner as much as the cat. Whether they are seeking a toy, food, treats or litter, cat parents are looking for products that can serve their cat’s needs during every stage of life development. Pet parents differ widely with what and […]
Ron Coughlin Steps Down as Petco CEO, Mike Mohan Named Interim CEO
Petco Health and Wellness Company, Inc. has announced the company’s board of directors has appointed R. Michael Mohan to serve as interim chief executive officer, effective immediately. Ron Coughlin has stepped down as Petco’s chief executive officer, chairman and member of the board of directors. He will serve as an advisor to the board to […]
NASC Reports Publication of Landmark Safety Study of Cannabidiol Pet Products in Healthy Dogs
The National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) recently announced that Frontiers in Veterinary Science has published results from the first-of-its-kind peer-reviewed safety study of cannabidiol products in healthy dogs. In the study, different cannabinoids were well tolerated in healthy male and female dogs when dosed for 90 consecutive days with a 14-day recovery period. Based on the results [&h[...]
Mella Pet Care Secures Investment from Entrepreneur Mark Cuban on ABC’s ‘Shark Tank’
Mella Pet Care, developers of connected pet health devices, last week appeared on ABC’s hit TV show “Shark Tank” and reached an investment deal with entrepreneur Mark Cuban. The company pitched the Shark Tank investors on an ecosystem of health monitoring solutions for veterinarians and pet owners — including the first-ever noninvasive, accurate underarm thermometer […]
Innovation in Motion: Global Pet Expo to Showcase Pet Products, Services
Since 2005, Global Pet Expo has been a leading pet industry event that brings manufacturers, buyers, suppliers and distributors together to network and partner. Co-produced by the American Pet Products Association (APPA) and Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA), the international event will be showcasing more than 1,000 exhibitors to experience “Innovation in Motion,” which is the t[...]
Nature’s Dynamic Duo: Cannabinoids, Mushrooms Play Important Roles in Pet Wellness
While many people have embraced medical marijuana for health ills, the concept of treating pets and zoo animals with cannabidiol (CBD) and Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is still in its early years. The New York Times recently published an article, Curing Animals with Cannabis, that tells the story of a captive elephant, Nidia, and the suffering she was […]
Snacking with Purpose: Bet on the Beneficial Ingredients of Functional Pet Treats
Some pet treats are designed for sheer indulgence, a decadent snack for pet parents to spoil and reward their companion dog or cat. However, some treats have been formulated to serve a purpose, be it nutritional or for some other health-related cause. These are functional treats. Functional treats are commonly described as pet treats that […]
Eco-Conscious Consumers Shape the Future of Sustainable Pet Products
Pet parents have long been pushing for more natural pet products, be it organic ingredients in food and treats, compostable packaging or even environmentally friendly bedding for small animals. In 2021, in response to this consumer demand for natural and eco-friendly products, Petco announced a commitment to increasing its assortment of sustainable products to 50 […]
