Find out how you can maintain relationships with your customers, how stores are giving back to their communities, and much more in this week’s pet industry update.
4 Ways to Communicate with Customers During COVID-19
Animal Supply Company – April 22, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic is far from over and some essential pet retailers – especially brick and mortar – are struggling to maintain relationships with their customers. Here are a few things you can do to connect with pet parents.
A Distributor’s Take on Why Pet Suppliers Should Unite As COVID-19 Challenges Continue
Pet Business – April 14, 2020
The CEO of Animal Supply Co. asserts that the grocery channel supply chain can’t keep up with pet owners’ needs and offers an update on what his company is doing to support pet specialty.
Retailers Embrace Social Media Amid Coronavirus Lockdown
Pet Business – April 14, 2020
To keep customers informed and engaged, pet stores have had to adjust their social media strategy to account for the current climate.
Schedule of Upcoming COVID-19 Webinars
Pets+ Magazine – April 8, 2020
Learn how you can manage your pet business through the coronavirus.
How Are Pet Stores Doing During the Coronavirus Lockdown?
Pet Business – April 14, 2020
While many retailers experienced a sales surge in mid to late March, the ongoing quarantine is posing some challenges (and opportunities) for pet stores.
Survey Reveals How COVID-19 is Impacting Pet Parents
VitusVet – April 13, 2020
The majority of pet owners said that pets provided a source of comfort during uncertain times, with many mentioning increased activity and social media appearances.
Pet CBD purchasing reflects COVID-19 e-commerce bump
PetFood Industry – April 20, 2020
The CBD segment of pet products is seeing a sustained upswing in online sales as the pandemic continues.
Podcast: How Pet Businesses Are Supporting Their Communities During COVID-19
Pets+ – April 11, 2020
ASC Retailer Dog Krazy shares how they are supporting small businesses of all types in their communities, including buying gift cards from local restaurants to reward customers who buy pet food for a local rescue.
PIJAC: Don’t Treat COVID-19 with Ivermectin
Pet Age – April 15, 2020
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Center for Veterinary Medicine has issued a letter to stakeholders warning against humans using ivermectin products intended for animals
Paycheck Protection Program Is Depleted, APPA Responds
Pet Product News – April 17, 2020
APPA is calling upon pet product companies to send a message urging the federal government to immediately free up more funding for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP).
During uncertain times, one thing remains constant: Animal Supply is here to support you and your business. Together, we can help keep pets and our communities happy, healthy and safe.
