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Oct 28, 2024

The Growing Financial Implications of the Pet Industry

A $303 Billion Market and Rising The global pet industry currently supplies an overall...

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The Growing Financial Implications of the Pet Industry

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- December 08, 2025
Advocacy
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Tariffs, Trade Policy and Your Pet Business: 3 Big Takeaways from APPA’s December Update

During APPA’s December Trade Talks video update on tariffs and trade policy, Craig Brightup, Rafe Morrissey and Rebecca Rizutti unpacked...

- December 08, 2025
Research
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Research Insights on Premium & Functional Pet Foods

As pets' position shifts to that of a family member, many pet owners are increasingly focused on delivering not only a luxurious lifestyle...

- November 17, 2025
Research
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Research Shows: Gen Z Fuels Reptile Growth While Millennials Lead Fishkeeping

From snakes to saltwater tanks, younger pet owners are redefining what it means to keep fish and reptiles. According to new APPA research,...

- November 10, 2025
Research
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Dogs as Lifestyle Companions: What This Means for Brands & Retailers

While doggie strollers or spa treatments would have once garnered curious or downright judgmental looks, the acceptance of four-legged...

- November 03, 2025
Research
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Scaling Up: Bigger Tanks, Snake Comebacks, and Data Insights

Pet owners aren’t just adding to their households; they’re upgrading the habitats that support them. According to the American Pet...

- October 27, 2025
Research
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The Year of the Cat Has Arrived

Cats are having their moment. According to the American Pet Products Association’s 2025 Dog & Cat Report, ownership rose 23% in 2024, with...

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