The CBS Dream Team programming features six high-definition half-hours with pro-social messaging. Each show offers inspiring and educational messages on subjects that interest teenagers. The Lucky Dog host Brandon McMillan is an animal behaviorist whose training came from family lineage plus experience. Larue Palmer shares the interactions Pet Product News had when shadowing … [Read more...]
Opinion – Local delivery may be an option
During a seminar explaining pet owner purchasing behaviors and confidence indicators, a colleague leaned over to me and said, “Florists deliver flowers locally, also pizza and now groceries, why don’t DVMs deliver pet supplies the same way?” His observation interrupted thoughts throughout the day alongside memories of how we used to do things before specialized small package … [Read more...]
Nearly all pet owners bought food in stores in 2017
Physical stores are not dead, despite industry fears of e-commerce taking over. 88 percent of dog owners and 93 percent of cat owners bought products in the category in a retail location in the past 12 months, according “Pet Food in the U.S., 13th Edition,” a report from Rockville, Md.-based market intelligence firm Packaged Facts, a division of MarketResearch.com. The … [Read more...]
Editor’s Choice Awards, Pet Product News
Each year, Pet Product News seeks to honor innovative products that strengthen the relationship between pets and people. If your role is in the non-OTC categories, knowing about these products may help you address concerns from a pet owner or even rationalize your own inventory choices in advance of mass merchandising pressures. Source: Pet Product News, January 2018, page … [Read more...]
Help pet owners prepare a disaster plan
Before tropical storms Jose, Katia, or Lee arrive, Pet Sitters International is offering tips for to pet owners so they can prepare for disaster and remember that “no pet left behind” is the best policy to avoid potential injury and death. September is National Preparedness Month. Source: Pet Product News, September 6, 2017. Creating a disaster plan is an important step … [Read more...]
Cat food variety growing rapidly
While kibble remains the mainstay, the cat food category is expanding with new options as manufacturers seek to meet customers’ varied demands. Nutritional science, as well as consumer and feline preferences, drive the trends and appear to be following the trends in dog foods for increased numbers of natural offerings and unique protein sources. Source: Pet Product News, … [Read more...]
SuperZoo’s new product showcase winners
SuperZoo attendees voted for the best products across nine key pet categories during this year’s July show. Source: Pet Product News, August 2, 2017. See 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners in each of these categories: Grooming; Aquatics; Bird; Cat; Equine; Reptile; Small Animal; Dog; Miscellaneous. … [Read more...]
Backyard chicken revolution struts onward
Chicken raising is experiencing unprecedented popularity. The backyard-chicken movement is recapturing some of the agricultural legacy lost to golf courses, sprawling estates and business campuses. Source: Pet Product News International, March 2017. The guesstimates of the number of backyard chicken owners in the U.S. is anywhere from 1 million to 10 million households. … [Read more...]
Pet industry supported 1.3 million jobs in 2015
We’ve seen pet spending numbers year after year. Now, a study conducted by George Mason University has examined the total economic impact of the pet industry on the economy. Dr. Terry Clower shared that the industry contributes more than $221 billion to the economy including an impressive $23 billion in federal, state and local taxes. Source: Pet Product News International, … [Read more...]
AVMA persuades Petco to adjust ad’s messaging
Representing concerned members, the AVMA recently worked with Petco to clarify messaging about its “7-Point Pet Care Check” performed by groomers. Source: Pet Product News, July 13, 2016. Petco has assured us that appropriate and timely referral for veterinary services is a key pillar of training for their grooming staff in implementing Petco’s new 7-Point Pet Care Check,” … [Read more...]
Pet owners spend big on pest control
Research publisher Packaged Facts of Rockville, MD, recently published the study Pet Medications in the US, 4th Edition.. It analyzes the market for prescription and over-the-counter medications for dogs and cats with a particular focus on brand-name products and antiparasitics. Source: Pet Product News, July 2016, page 16. From and availability standpoint, the market for … [Read more...]
“Finding Dory” comes with a warning
The Ornamental Aquatic Trade Association (OATA) is concerned that the new Disney film “Finding Dory” could encourage impulse online purchases of the fish without people conducting proper research and preparation necessary for caring for such a pet. The OATA is the U.K. trade body that represents the ornamental aquatic industry. Source: Pet Product News, June 22, 2016. The … [Read more...]
Millennials to become primary demographic of pet owners
Ethnically diverse, tech savvy and splurge spenders, millennials have become a powerful force in the pet markets. All animal health pros will find value in this article. Source: Pet Product News, June 2016. About 74 percent of millennial pet owners own a dog, nearly half own a cat, and across all species of pets, owners of small animals, reptiles and fish are more often … [Read more...]
Editorial – Home delivery still growing
Articles about opportunities in the pet retail business often make me scratch my head. How can retailers get so excited and veterinary hospitals remain blasé’. For nearly 15 years, veterinarians have been offered opportunities to use various home delivery platforms to auto-fulfill standing prescriptions, brand diversity in large categories and specialty products. Yet, these … [Read more...]
Editorial – Pet industry trends for 2016
This article presents important food for thought. Highlights include: Pet industry sales will grow to $91.72 billion by 2019 50% of dogs and cats are considered overweight 39% of dogs and 43% of cats are considered old 60% of pet spending will come from high-income households Veterinary and dealer segments will experience these same retail trends. It is important … [Read more...]
Pet Industry Roundtable
Ten of the pet retail industry’s top professionals discuss trends, challenges and share advice they would give every retailer. Many of their concerns parallel those of private veterinary hospitals. Source: Pet Product News International, December 2015, page 22 (direct link unavailable). “If you aren’t paying attention and your customer base is evolving, you will be left … [Read more...]