Spending habits

Pet costume spending in the US is projected to rise 7% in 2026, according to the National Retail Federation (NRF).

Pet owners in Thailand, South Korea and Japan are adopting technology and services at very different rates, suggesting localized attitudes toward convenience, privacy and care routines.

Keeping a pet’s teeth healthy has not always been top of the list for owners. But new formats and greater awareness are changing all that.

The Chinese pet retailer is using digital customer acquisition to drive traffic to physical stores, as services now account for much of its business.

With the Chinese pet market showing healthy numbers, the government is investing in the sector as one that offers valuable growth opportunities.

Pet owners in the UK are delaying or skipping treatment, US households report heightened financial insecurity and Canadian research highlights a growing gap between veterinary training and practice.

A survey in the US reveals that Gen X leads monthly purchases, Millennials prefer to shop for pet supplies weekly and Boomers prioritize premium spending.

The South American country updated its basic goods and services list for the first time in four decades, expanding it from 75 to 98 items to reflect changing spending habits.

NielsenIQ forecasts pet care revenue to grow 6% in 2026, with gains driven entirely by e-commerce as physical-store sales decline.

Half of UK consumers now prioritize quality over price, while convenience drives supermarket dominance in pet product purchases.