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Golden Years: Brands Offer Health-Oriented Products for Aging Pets
As companion animals, especially dogs and cats, get older, their care requirements change. Their dietary needs may change, which results in different foods or supplements, and they might even require special assistive devices. The number of companion cats over the age of 10 has increased by 15 percent over the past decade, according to VCA […]
Made by Nacho: Chef Bobby Flay Calls Attention to Cat Nutrition
It was reported last month that celebrity chef Bobby Flay and Food Network would be parting ways at the end of the year after a 27-year run that has made the native New Yorker, restaurateur and businessman one of the country’s most recognizable culinary figures. However, negotiations continued until Food Network announced on November 22 that Flay had signed a three-year contract that [&h[...]
Puppies 101: What You Need to Know About Puppy Products
Getting a puppy for the first time is an exciting, new adventure. Puppies are undoubtedly adorable, but require a certain level of care in order to thrive as they grow. Luckily innovative products exist and retailers are able to offer solutions to first time dog owners to help a dog live a long, healthy life. […]
Knowledge is Key to Succeeding in Cannabidiol (CBD) Category
By now, most members of the pet care community know the basics about cannabidiol (CBD), which is one of 120+ naturally occurring phytocannabinoids that is found in the hemp plant. CBD products from hemp can contain miniscule traces of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive compound, and therefore is not mind altering and doesn’t make the subject […]
Sanctuary Provides Safe Space for Abused, Factory-Farmed Animals
Taking a tour at Tamerlaine Sanctuary & Preserve, which is home to 200-plus animals on a 336-acre farm in Montague, New Jersey, can be overwhelming. However, such is not the case for the sanctuary’s co-founder, Peter Nussbaum, who can recite – in detail – the history and story of each animal in his care. Nussbaum […]
Pet Parents Embrace Functional Apparel, Holiday Costumes
As the summer is slowly coming to an end, many pet parents are gearing up for cooler weather and fall fashion. The change in season means potentially dangerous weather that can cause issues for companion animals. However, the fall season also means it’s time for celebration. With a little luck, pet parents will be spending […]
Martha Stewart Discusses Pet CBD, Canopy Growth Partnership
Martha Stewart has done it all. The founder of Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia is best known for turning her passion for everyday living – crafting, cooking, gardening, entertaining and decorating – into a business empire that has made her a household name around the world. She’s never been one to follow the traditional paths with […]
Premium Nutrition, Species-Specific Diets Drive Pet Food Sales
It’s no secret the pet industry is thriving despite the global pandemic, having reached a milestone in 2020 by exceeding $100 billion in U.S. sales. In the beginning of 2020, panic buying sent people running to the stores to stock up on food and supplies for themselves, as well as their pets. Barren shelves and […]
Treasured Pet Treats: Quality, Innovations Attract Consumer Attention
Treats are terrific. They enhance the human-animal bond and enable pet parents to express their love for their beloved dog, cat, critter, bird. Every pet has a treat that gets it excited with anticipation at just the thought of devouring the delicious snack. For retailers, treats are typically the No. 2 category – behind food […]
SuperZoo Trade Show Returns to Vegas After 1-Year Hiatus
In 1950, pet supply manufacturers and wholesalers met for the first Animal Crackers Inc. trade show put on by the World Pet Association (WPA). Fast forward 70 years and the show is still thriving, but has had some location and name changes. Most notable was in 2000, on the show’s 50th anniversary, when the name […]
Supplements, CBD Pet Products Gain Boost from COVID-19
The recently released 2021-2022 APPA National Pet Owners Survey, which was conducted by The Engine Group and included a total of 9.206 responses from pet owners across the United States, reports that 70 percent of U.S. households own a pet, which is up from 67 percent reported in its previous survey. While the forecast is […]
Gift-Giving Ideas to Inspire Retailers, Drive Holiday Revenue
It’s never too early to prepare for the holiday season. The “most wonderful time of the year” was not so wonderful last year as COVID-19 cancelled Halloween and made the holidays a virtual event. Nonetheless, gift giving is a way to connect with family and friends, including our furry loved ones. The holiday season starts […]
