WHAT CONSTITUTES A PET?
Depends who you ask. According the ASPCA, the category of companion animals (aka pets) includes dogs, cats, horses, rabbits, ferrets, birds, guinea pigs and select other small mammals, small reptiles and fish. Yet other sources show that, for example, horses are classified as livestock. Based on the many horse owners I know, their horses would definitely fall under the ASPCA classification.
Regardless of which source and definition you choose to use, 67% of U.S.households, or about 85 million families, own a pet, according to the 2019-2020 National Pet Owners Survey conducted by the American Pet Products Association (APPA).
Pets come in all shapes and sizes by land, water and air. Some have fur, others feathers, and some even have scales. They are labeled with scientific names like Canis lupus familiaris or Felis catus. But to us they are just Fido, Rover, Mittens or Boots. They are our pets. They’re our steadfast friends, companions and protectors who are there with us each day bringing a mixture of unconditional love, comfort and playful fun. Well at least that’s the case for dogs and many cats.
James Cromwell is credited with saying, “Pets are humanizing. They remind us we have an obligation and responsibility to preserve and nurture and care for all life.” Well spoken!
I’ll get back to the personal side of pets later in this post, but for now let’s turn your attention to the business side of things.
WHAT DO 85 MILLION FAMILIES OWNING A PET TRANSLATE INTO?
Short answer, a thriving multi-faceted industry! The U.S. pet industry is estimated to have reached $99 billion in 2020. It’s an industry that spans the gamut from large corporations that manufacture and offer an array of goods and services to small local retailers and services on-the-go providers that deliver pet related goods and services
in your local community.
The commerce aspects of pets are diverse and undeniable. What started out from a retail perspective as small local brick & mortar retailers has evolved into a plethora of those same retailers plus large national pet products chains, big box retailers, grocery stores and more. And what once was the sole domain of brick & mortar locations, has quickly moved into both omni-channel and an expanding universe of eCommerce direct retailing to both businesses and consumers, as well as a significant pet products and services presence on marketplaces.
KADRO CAN HELP YOU ACHIEVE RETAIL SUCCESS IN THE PETS ARENA
As a U.S. based company that specializes in eCommerce and helping companies to realize their visions for selling online, Kadro has its roots in both the commerce and personal sides of pets which I’ll get back to shortly. As a technology and commerce partner of pet industry leaders like Boss PetEdge, we help pet supplies distributors and retailers reach pet lovers throughout the U.S. via their websites. And for those who wish to participate via 3rd party marketplaces or may be thinking about starting a pets-related products and services marketplace of their own, our expertise allows us to help there too.
You can learn more about our work with Boss PetEdge by visiting the Boss PetEdge Portfolio page on our website. While you are at it, look at some of our other clients in the Portfolio area. Should you wish to discuss how we can help you to establish your own eCommerce pet’s products and services website or assist you in selling via marketplaces, please contact us at (877) 435-3453, sales@kadro.com or via our Contact Us web page.
Now as promised back to the personal side of pets.
MEET THE PETS OF KADRO
While the people at Kadro are training and certified business and technology professionals who deliver commerce solutions on Magento Commerce, many are also pet lovers. So here we present a few of those prized companions and friends we call our pets.
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Kahlua – Zoe (Goldendoodle) – Romeo Pet Lover: Ariel M. |
Big Cat and Little Cat touching each other for warmth, while Karen works hard on the computer. Pet Lover: Karen A. |
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Frito Lay – He is a very chatty and munchy boy. Pet Lover: Jacob W. |
Donovan – 4-year-old Irish Setter who enjoys potty humor and being pranked by his hoomans. Pet Lover: Kevin R. |
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Hayes and Bentley – Hayes is a Yellow Lab and Bentley is a Brittany Spaniel. They love to hunt birds, moles, rabbits, butterflies, and bees. Pet Lover: Malcolm A. |
Gigi, the Chameleon Cat Pet Lover(s): Rick J. and Karen J. |
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Cooper – 2 year old Golden Retriever who enjoys long walks and even longer naps. He specializes in barking during zoom meetings. Pet Lover: Kim P. |
Tucker and Percy – 2 year old brother Shih Tzus Tucker is active and loves to play ball. Percy just loves attention and wants to be wherever we are. Pet Lover: Allison H. |
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Denver – She wanted to give her best smile for everyone! She is a high energy Border Collie who loves to play and cuddle. Pet Lover: Joanna S. |
Pisco – a 10 week old Golden Retriever! He loves biting ankles, fingers, and leaves, but still learning to love baths. Pet Lover(s): Evan G. family |
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Hope and Sookie – German Shephard Dog & Shiba Inu Vigilantly monitoring the front yard and street. Key members of the Neighborhood Watch! Pet Lover: Chris C. |
Hope – Connor C.’s fur-baby, is always looking for adventure. She loves swimming, opening gifts, chasing balloons, and bubbles. Pet Lover: Connor C. |
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Alice – 1 year old Mini Australian Shepherd who loves to go on walks and to the local dog park. Pet Lover: Robert G. |
Rocky – the racoon and her two cubs or kits live under the deck. She likes to have staredown matches with Gigi, the Chameleon Cat above. Pet Lover(s) – Rick J. and Karen J. |
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Rooney – Turn off Zoom, I am attempting to sleep. Pet Lover(s): Chris D. and family |
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NATIONAL LOVE YOUR PET DAY – Saturday 02/20/21
In closing, let all the pet lovers out there celebrate with your pet(s) on this special day. Although really shouldn’t every day be your pet’s special day?