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Inside Scoop

Jun 30, 2026

Switching POS Systems Should Not Feel Like Starting Over

Most pet retailers love their stores, but not their POS systems. According to research done by the creators of the PetStack platform, 75 percent of the stores surveyed had real, […]

Apr 30, 2026

Relationships Help Build Your Pet Store, But Data Helps It Grow

“I live for inventory reconciliation and data entry,” said no pet store owner ever. It’s not a secret that independent pet store owners have a love-hate relationship with data. You […]

Mar 1, 2026

Dinovite: Dental Care for Pets is at an Inflection Point

For a long time, pet dental care lagged behind other wellness categories and was largely treated as a cosmetic or secondary concern. The focus was often on freshening breath or […]

Feb 4, 2026

Designed for Pet Retailers, Epicor’s Management Solutions Address Today’s Market Demands

Today’s retail environment demands flexibility, efficiency and omnichannel readiness. Investing in a state-of-the-art, point-of-sale management system with features specifically designed for pet retailers offers a unique opportunity to not only […]

Dec 28, 2025

Royal Pet Marks 30 Years Behind Commitment to Passion, Innovation

The pet industry is constantly evolving, with droves of newcomers launching every season. Among the plethora of suppliers and products to choose from, it’s often the industry veterans that consistently […]

Oct 31, 2025

NutriSource is the Perfect Example of Enhancing a Pet Brand Beyond Product

“Doing well by doing good,” has become an increasingly important component to the business model of today’s companies. Robust giving-back initiatives can be seen across a broad spectrum of industries, […]

Sep 19, 2025

Pet Palette Distribution: Future of Independents Lies in Multi-Dimensional Services

More and more independent pet retailers are transforming their stores to meet the growing needs of today’s marketplace. They’re doing it with a well-curated product selection and a complete menu […]

Jul 31, 2025

NASC Quality Seal Extended to Treats & Large Format Chewables

The mission of the National Animal Supplement Council (NASC) is twofold: to promote the health and well-being of companion animals and horses that are given animal health supplements by their […]

Jul 1, 2025

Products with Purpose Matter: Finley’s Ambassador Program Yields Untold Rewards

Enthusiasm, dedication, pride — and perhaps most importantly — heartfelt gratitude can be seen on the faces of Finley’s Pet Treats’ Ambassadors as they help sell the premium product line […]

Apr 30, 2025

Next-Gen POS Systems: Targeted Features Manage Operations, Boost Retail Experience

Imagine the possibility of gaining a valuable five or six hours a week to spend doing something other than work.  For pet retailers, an investment in today’s cutting-edge POS technology […]

Mar 1, 2025

The Inside Scoop on Applaws: Felines Enjoying the Benefits of ‘Feel Good Foods’

Cat ownership continues its upswing in the U.S., with close to 74 million felines enjoying life as pampered household pets. Along with that growth in cat ownership has come increased […]

Jan 31, 2025

Dr. Elsey’s Call for Change: A Paradigm Shift from Scented to Unscented Cat Litter

Despite the resources that cat owners, rescues and shelters have at their disposal to keep cats in loving homes, cats are being surrendered at an alarming rate and in increasing […]