IBPSA Fast Bites is back this week with more news for those working in pet care and boarding, pet walkers and sitters, trainers, holistic pet care providers and veterinarians.
The industry is evolving to meet the needs of modern pet ownership, resulting in a shift toward more convenient and tech-forward services, as well as more sustainable and environmentally friendly products – Mark Van Wye
Source: IBPSA Fast Bites, November 28, 2022. Link. IBPSA can take solace in the reality their businesses are relatively recession-proof, according to this Franchising.com article featured this week. Mark Van Wye predicts the following will occur:
- The future of veterinary medicine: from friendly neighborhood vets to highly specialized practices.
- The future of pet grooming: more subscriptions, fewer surprises
- The future of pet food: supplements and novel proteins
- The future of dog training: positively positive
- The future of community standards for pets: an increase in laws and regulations concerning pets