As a result, food is often the highest - performing category
in pet specialty stores, leading many retailers to dedicate a wealth of space to it.
And to this end,
pet specialty stores with an active internet presence via a store website and social media sites have helped enormously in an educational role.
Sales data collected from more than 11,000
pet specialty stores reveals the pet food trends that are driving success for retailers across the country.
Consumers are seeking out these diets for their dogs and cats for various reasons, and they expect to find these novel foods at their
favorite pet specialty stores.
Searching for pet food that is healthful, flavorful and free of unnecessary ingredients can be a daunting experience for pet owners when faced with the seemingly unlimited options that
fill pet specialty stores.
For
independent pet specialty stores, the ability to stay at the forefront of product trends — particularly those within the pet food category — is a critical component of staying competitive.
The kitty litter category is often ignored, but with a little attention, it can be a great source of repeat sales
for pet specialty stores.
With space at a premium in
most pet specialty stores, displaying raw diets in a way that highlights them to the best advantage requires creativity and strategy, sources said.
Coast 2 Coast Pet will sell NoviPet's health supplements to a network
of pet specialty stores across the U.S. through its 20 representatives and brokers.
Once just a niche category, natural pet treats have become an essential part of
many pet specialty stores» offerings as consumers become more discerning about what they feed to their pets.
The affected productions of Blue Wilderness Chicken, Basics Salmon and Large Breed Adult Chicken dry dog foods were distributed nationwide
through pet specialty stores.
«And there are a lot
more pet specialty stores opening up with a strong focus on natural and eco-friendly products,» Colella says.
Royal Canin's SPAYED / NEUTERED formulas are available now at
pet specialty stores such as PetSmart and PETCO, as well as independent pet stores nationwide.
Therefore,
pet specialty stores need to carry everything a pet parent would need, such as grooming tools, nail trimmers / grinders, shampoo and conditioners and of course clippers and blades.
Innovative pet food concepts have long played a critical role in helping independent
pet specialty stores compete against grocery and mass retailers by providing them with an opportunity to display an advanced understanding of pet nutrition and offer customers products that deliver a host of benefits.
As a result of all this growth, grain - free products now account for an estimated 34 percent of all pet food / treat sales in
U.S. pet specialty stores, according to GfK's data.
While it is obvious that the natural products trend is still having a big impact on the pet industry — and
on pet specialty stores, in particular — Pet Business recently conducted a survey of pet store owners and operators to see just how pervasive the the natural movement has become, as well as to reveal some of the challenges and opportunities facing pet stores in this area.
Paul D. Cooke vice president / director industry development, Nestlé Purina PetCare What retailers have the most potential to effectively compete
against pet specialty stores?
Michael Landa, CEO of Nulo Pet Food in Austin, Texas,
says pet specialty stores can succeed by being the experts on natural pet nutrition.
While
pet specialty stores undoubtedly face growing competition from online outlets, the right approach can go a long way in protecting a brick - and - mortar retailer's bottom line from this looming threat.
If pet specialty stores or smaller businesses are looking for private - label solutions with low minimums, we provide a wholesale line of pet treats that businesses can utilize to start their own brand name treats.
The young, relatively inexperienced staff members that many
pet specialty stores depend on often need a crash - course on the fundamentals of professional retailing.
Global Pet Expo gets bigger every year, and that creates opportunities not only for
pet specialty stores looking for innovative products, but also for grocery stores that know they need to keep up with trends.
SmartBones can be purchased at major pet retailers throughout the U.S., including PetSmart, Petco, Pet Supplies Plus, Pet Valu U.S.A., Petsense, Pet Supermarket, and
other pet specialty stores.
In its July 2014 Pet Stores in the US report, the firm noted that the consolidation among
small pet specialty stores was not due solely to the emergence of big - box pet chains.