by Morgan Hadinger | Feb 11, 2019 | Blog
Raw fresh and frozen food for dogs and cats is a growing category, as humans want healthier nutrition for their pets. The benefits of feeding a pet a raw, balanced diets include weight control, better oral and digestive health and healthier skin and coat.
by Morgan Hadinger | Feb 5, 2019 | Blog
Understanding the basics of aquarium filters can support the longevity of fish and the success of aquarium hobbyists. Selecting the right filter requires knowledge about filter and waste types.
by Morgan Hadinger | Jan 29, 2019 | Blog
February is National Pet Dental Health Month – a good time to focus on helping pets stay healthy by maintaining their oral health.
by Morgan Hadinger | Jan 23, 2019 | Blog, News
Our dogs and cats are part of our families, and many of us enjoy pampering them as pet humanization flourishes. The development and sales of pet foods reflect this evolving trend. Today, many pet parents seek the same...
by Morgan Hadinger | Jan 15, 2019 | Blog, News
Most pet parents are all in when it comes to the health of their furry friends. They know that an important part of pet care is preventing painful, disease-carrying bites with flea, tick and mosquito solutions. Mosquito...
by Morgan Hadinger | Jan 9, 2019 | Blog, News
Meal toppers are ascending in the pet food category. Think of them like parmesan sprinkled on your spaghetti or granola mixed in your yogurt. These enhancers increase foods’ palatability with extra flavor and texture. Meal...
by Morgan Hadinger | Jan 2, 2019 | Blog, News
We love our furry friends and acknowledging that they are growing older is easy to push aside. But pet parents who meet the needs of senior pets with regular veterinary care and senior food, supplements and specialized...
by Morgan Hadinger | Dec 26, 2018 | Blog, Phillips News
If you’re a pet specialty retailer, you need to know about Endless Marketing(TM) powered by Promoboxx, a retail marketing platform that gives pet retailers access to digital content and campaigns across their social, email...
by Morgan Hadinger | Dec 11, 2018 | Blog
There’s an emerging trend inside cat boxes. Environmentally friendly cat litter sales are increasing, as cat owners seek natural litter options that offer less mess, easy disposal, good fluid absorption and odor control....
by Morgan Hadinger | Dec 3, 2018 | Blog
Most pet specialty stores carry flake, granulated and pellet food for goldfish, bettas and tropical fish. By expanding fish food to include frozen food and specialized reef food and supplements, pet retailers can stand out...
by Morgan Hadinger | Nov 26, 2018 | Blog
A new pet brings a lot of changes to a home, whether a dog or cat is a well-researched family addition or a loving impulse at an adoption event. Here are a few tips and a new pet checklist that can help ease the transition...
by Morgan Hadinger | Nov 20, 2018 | Blog
Keeping pets happy and healthy during winter brings the opportunity for retailers to stock and sell cold weather gear. Winter pet products, such as beds, coats, sweater and boots, are expected to increase in popularity as...
by Morgan Hadinger | Oct 29, 2018 | Blog
Merchandising is just one of the many skills needed to run a pet specialty business. It’s no secret that a strong in-store experience for your customer can boost your bottom line. It’s easy to ignore dusty shelves and an...
by Morgan Hadinger | Oct 26, 2018 | Blog, Phillips News
By: Todd Shelton, CEO, Phillips Pet Food & Supplies This blog is based on a presentation that Todd Shelton made as a Keynote Speaker at AlignedCon, a Promoboxx Industry Conference, in early October 2018. The way...
by Morgan Hadinger | Sep 27, 2018 | Blog
Many Americans call their pets “fur babies.” It makes sense when you consider that there are more dogs (78 million) and cats (86 million) than children under 18 (74.2 million) in the country. Pets often are considered...
by Morgan Hadinger | Sep 25, 2018 | Blog
Treats are the number one impulse buy category in pet specialty. Whether meaty, crunchy, chews, dental or niche, treats are estimated to have the second highest sales growth (5%+) of any category except healthcare (8%,...
by Morgan Hadinger | Sep 18, 2018 | Blog
The bright colors and interesting behavior of ornamental shrimp are attracting hobbyists. As a hot trend in aquatics, keeping freshwater shrimp has spawned new products designed for these oddly shaped invertebrates and...
by Morgan Hadinger | Aug 28, 2018 | Blog
Independent pet retailers are seeing an increase in consumers shopping for “healthy” pet food, as they align their pets’ lifestyle with their own. You may find yourself frequently answering questions about natural pet food,...
by Morgan Hadinger | Aug 16, 2018 | Blog
Cats are beloved by their owners for their companionship and sometimes quirky behavior. As the most popular pet in the United States, 95.6 million domestic cats (versus 89.7 million dogs) are found in more than 47 million...
by Morgan Hadinger | Jul 6, 2018 | Blog
Hurricane Season runs through the end of November. Now is the time to prepare for a hurricane (or any emergency) that may threaten the survival of your pets. Creating an evacuation plan and preparing an emergency kit...
