To satisfy the ever-demanding consumer, the pet care industry is continually challenging itself to create products that are more effective, better tasting, more durable, more exciting and solve more health issues. It takes creativity, intelligence and ingenuity to achieve these goals, but the pet industry is teeming with people who answer the call and help […]
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Examining the CBD, CBG Side of Today’s Holistic Health Sector
Derived from the cannabis plant, cannabidiol (CBD) in pet products has slowly become accepted for its beneficial impact since is has entered the market. It’s estimated that pet CBD products arrived on retailer shelves in the early 2010s, but its current popularity among pet parents is obvious. In fact, a 2020 report from Brightfield Group, […] Read More →
The 2021 Recipients of Pet Age’s Women of Influence Awards
2021 Lifetime Achievement Award: NINA LEIGH KRUEGER Nina Leigh Krueger has spent the majority of her career in the animal and pet care industry, culminating on January 1, when she became the CEO and President of Nestlé Purina PetCare for the Americas. Krueger is not only the eighth CEO in company history, she is also […] Read More →
Food for Thought: What Contributes to a Pet’s Healthy Diet
In Pet Age’s 2020 What’s New at Global supplement, Dr. Shawn Messonnier – a renowned veterinary physician, expert and author of numerous books, including the “Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats” – recalled his experiences with his clients, ultimately explaining that pet parents are concerned about what constitutes the most nutritious diet and what […] Read More →
Consumers Seek Pet Toys That Encourage Connection, Stimulate Senses
Last year saw the COVID-19 virus bring much of the country to a screeching halt, with businesses encouraging employees to work from home. If we can view the pandemic through rose-colored glasses, we would say the good news is that pet owners were able to spend a far greater amount of time interacting with their animal […] Read More →
Innovative Grooming Brands are Producing Advanced Pet Products
In order to become or remain competitive in any industry, you must identify and attempt to meet the needs of your customers. Even during a pandemic, whether you’re a retailer, distributor, manufacturer or groomer, the worst thing to do is sit on your laurels. Staying on top of the what’s hot and what’s not, following […] Read More →
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The Pet Industry’s Philanthropic Response to the Pandemic
Amid the darkness of the COVD-19 pandemic, business shutdowns and political strife in 2020, the pet care industry was a beacon of light by providing some good news during the year. Pet companies raised millions of dollars for rescues and shelters, while members of the pet care community volunteered their time. In addition, nonprofits benefited […] Read More →
Consumers Continue to Trend Toward US-made Pet Products
The category of pet products sourced and made in the United States is not only popular, it appears to be growing stronger. A wide variety of products, including food, treats, toys, health products, leashes, collars and harnesses, make up the American-made category. However, while U.S.-made has its benefits, it also comes with inherent challenges. True […] Read More →
Dog Behaviorist Cesar Millan Shares His Views on the Pet Care Industry
In December 1990, at the age of 21 and speaking no English, Cesar Millan crossed the Mexican border into California. Soon after, he landed his first job grooming dogs, Millan gained a reputation for his calming effect on even the most difficult dogs. Now, 30 years later, Millan—known by millions of pet lovers as The […] Read More →
