Going to Global Pet Expo? Make the Most of the Show With These Essential Tools!

Are you busy packing for a trip to Global Pet Expo, happening Wednesday through Friday in Orlando, FL? Or are you already there? Or shopping the deals from home? No matter your plans, the PETS+ team is ready to help you make the most out of the annual trade show. Give these tips and product roundups from our March-April issue a read, then follow us on Facebook for live coverage (if you don’t already). We’ll also be rounding up our coverage for our daily ebulletins, so sign up if you aren’t already on the list. And if you want to meet up with your fellow indies and the PETS+ and Pet Boss Nation teams at the show, we’ll gather at the PETS+ booth (#1704) at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, then walk over to Global’s networking reception together. RSVP here so we know to look out for you!

Ready. Set. Shop! — Our lead story covers everything from creating an open-to-buy plan and vendor scorecards to seeking out brands indies love most because of their exceptional products and customer service.

New & Notable — This section in our March-April issue showcases dozens of products, from keto food and cat shampoo to Pride toys and stuffed collagen chews.

10 High-Quality Kibbles Your Customers Can Grab & Go — Consider these premium dry dog foods for your store, alongside your lineup of supplemental feeding products.

10 Treats That Are Cool for Cats and Your Customers — From interactive creamy squeezables to freeze-dried single ingredients, these offerings will please kitties and their people — and you with brand-supported loyalty programs.

10 Pet CBD Products That Go Beyond Simple Tinctures and Treats — With complementary ingredients and innovative delivery methods, these hemp products will help you help more pets.

10 Pet Dental Products to Suit Any Dog or Cat — Pets vary in their tolerance for dental care. By stocking everything from gels and additives to chews and treats, you cover them all and make this task a breeze for your customers.

These Dental Care Brands Give Retailers and Pet Parents What They Want — They focus on ease of use, efficacy, innovation and ingredients with their products.

Retailer Wishlist — Plus! Listen up brands, as retailers share what they want and need in the pet dental category.

Hot Sellers — Find out which products sold like hot cakes for retailers in January.

And finally, you’ll find tons more product roundups and other product columns in the Products section of our website.

See you at the show!