Global Pet Expo

Global Pet Expo 2024 Celebrates Record-Breaking Attendance at the 20th Annual Show

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Friday, April 5, 2024
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STAMFORD, Conn., April 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Pet Products Association (APPA) and Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA) hosted the 20th annual Global Pet Expo on March 20-22, 2024, in Orlando, Fla.

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  • STAMFORD, Conn., April 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Pet Products Association (APPA) and Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA) hosted the 20th annual Global Pet Expo on March 20-22, 2024, in Orlando, Fla.
  • Global Pet Expo also gives back to the local pet community through its longstanding partnership with the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando to collect product donations after each event.
  • "It was exhilarating to see the pet industry come together at Global Pet Expo with record-breaking attendance.
  • Global Pet Expo 2025 will take place on March 26-28, 2025, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.

Winners of the 14th Annual New Products Showcase Recognized at Global Pet Expo 2024

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Monday, April 1, 2024
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STAMFORD, Conn., April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Pet Products Association (APPA) and Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA) announced the winners of the 14th annual New Products Showcase, revealed during Global Pet Expo's "Best in Show" Awards ceremony.

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  • STAMFORD, Conn., April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Pet Products Association (APPA) and Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA) announced the winners of the 14th annual New Products Showcase, revealed during Global Pet Expo's "Best in Show" Awards ceremony.
  • "We were honored to introduce the new Pet Sustainability category with Global Pet Expo this year," said PSC Executive Director Jim Lamancusa.
  • The New Products Showcase featured enhancements for 2024 as part of Global Pet Expo's new Innovation in Motion Experience, with modernized displays to elevate the attendee experience.
  • The New Products Showcase showcases the latest pet products hitting the market each year.

Revolutionary Pet Care: PETKIT Debuts AI-Powered Next Generation Cat Litter Boxes at GPE 2024

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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ORLANDO, Fla., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- At the Global Pet Expo (GPE) 2024, PETKIT, a world leader in smart pet care solutions, unveiled the PUROBOT ULTRA WITH CAMERA – a groundbreaking, AI-powered cat litter box capable of multi-cat recognition, stool monitoring, and data-driven analyses through its integrated rotating camera.

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- At the Global Pet Expo (GPE) 2024, PETKIT, a world leader in smart pet care solutions, unveiled the PUROBOT ULTRA WITH CAMERA – a groundbreaking, AI-powered cat litter box capable of multi-cat recognition, stool monitoring, and data-driven analyses through its integrated rotating camera.
  • This AI-powered cat litter box solution covers all aspects of a pet's toilet behavioral insights.
  • With the industry's most diverse product range, PETKIT believes technology can transcend convenience to bridge gaps between humans and pets.
  • At GPE 2024, the company also announced that the PUROBOT ULTRA WITH CAMERA, its latest innovation, will be launched on May 20, 2024.

U.S. Pet Industry Reaches $147 Billion in Sales in 2023

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Friday, March 22, 2024
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STAMFORD, Conn., March 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Pet Products Association (APPA) announced yesterday that the total U.S. pet industry expenditures reached $147 billion in 2023 and is forecasted to have solid year-over-year growth through 2030. The announcement came during Global Pet Expo, the pet industry's premier event, co-produced by APPA and the Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA). The expenditures were released in conjunction with the launch of the association's first of four quarterly reports, APPA's State of the Industry: Strategic Insights from the National Pet Owners Survey 2024.

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  • The announcement came during Global Pet Expo, the pet industry's premier event, co-produced by APPA and the Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA).
  • APPA's pet industry expenditures encompass spending in four major categories: Pet Food & Treats; Supplies, Live Animals & OTC (over the counter) Medicine; Vet Care & Product Sales; and Other Services.
  • The breakdown of actual sales within the U.S. market in 2023 are as follows:
    $32 billion was spent on supplies, live animals and OTC medicine
    $12.3 billion was spent on other services (boarding, grooming, insurance, training, pet sitting and walking and all services outside of veterinary care)
    APPA's new State of the Industry Report also revealed new findings for the pet industry.
  • In 2023, the pet industry supplied an overall economic contribution of $303 billion, an increase of 16% from $260 billion in 2022.

VetChip Wins 2024 Purina Pet Care Innovation Grand Prize

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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ORLANDO, Fla., March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- VetChip was selected as the grand prize winner of the 2024 Pet Care Innovation Prize, earning $25,000 and support from the pet care experts at Purina. VetChip was one of five pet care startups from across the U.S., Canada, and Australia that pitched their businesses to pet industry influencers and investors at Global Pet Expo, the pet care industry's biggest trade show. The biotechnology company is dedicated to improving animal health and welfare through pioneering technology that monitors, analyzes, and detects pet health issues. The VetChip is implanted to gather data and alert pet owners via an app if potential issues or signs of illness or injury are detected, allowing for faster diagnosis and treatment.

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- VetChip was selected as the grand prize winner of the 2024 Pet Care Innovation Prize , earning $25,000 and support from the pet care experts at Purina.
  • "We are absolutely thrilled to have our revolutionary biosensor achievements recognized through the Pet Care Innovation Prize 2024," said VetChip co-founder Garnett Hall, DVM.
  • The 2024 class of Pet Care Innovation Prize winners represents some of the best innovation happening in the $136.8 billion* pet care industry.
  • The Pet Care Innovation Prize was created to support and connect with early stage pet care startups that are currently in market with an innovative business addressing pet and pet owner needs in the areas of pet health and wellness, services, technology, and food, treats or litter.

Paw.com Launches the PupChill™ Product Line Featuring Revolutionary Cooling Dog Beds and Waterproof Protector Blankets

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, at the Global Pet Expo, the leading conference in the Pet industry, Paw.com, a prominent pet lifestyle product company, introduces the PupChill™ Dog Cooling Collection. The brand's first and all-new line of products is composed of cutting-edge cooling fabric fiber technology designed specifically to enhance the comfort and well-being of pets. Known for its innovative decor-friendly products for furry family members, Paw.com's PupChill™ Cooling line is no exception, which includes ultra-comfy orthopedic memory foam bolster dog beds and waterproof protector blankets.

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  • Known for its innovative decor-friendly products for furry family members, Paw.com's PupChill™ Cooling line is no exception, which includes ultra-comfy orthopedic memory foam bolster dog beds and waterproof protector blankets.
  • Additionally, Paw.com is thrilled to announce that the PupChill Cooling Dog Bed has been nominated for a Global PetExpo 2024 Innovation Award.
  • As a true game-changer, bringing year-round cooling comfort to dog breeds of all sizes, the revolutionary PupChillCooling Dog Beds and Waterproof Protector Blankets bring the ultimate indoor temperature-controlled rest to pets.
  • Furthermore, our PupChill™ Collection offers a revolutionary cooling experience, with the dog bed cooling in three ways: through the advanced cooling fabric and two layers of cooling foam.

Pet Releaf Unveils Non-CBD Line of Wellness Products at 2024 Global Pet Expo

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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DENVER, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pet Releaf, the industry's first and leading plant-based pet CBD brand, is proud to share their new line of wellness products with attendees at the 2024 Global Pet Expo.

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  • DENVER, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pet Releaf , the industry's first and leading plant-based pet CBD brand, is proud to share their new line of wellness products with attendees at the 2024 Global Pet Expo.
  • Pet Releaf's line – Pet Releaf Naturals – is the first of the brand's non-hemp-based supplements.
  • This is the 8th year Pet Releaf will attend Global Pet Expo, and each year the event has proven a valuable place to meet retailers and thought leaders in the industry.
  • Attendees can visit Pet Releaf at booth #226 throughout the duration of Global Pet Expo.

Nominations Open for Human Animal Bond Innovation Awards

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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ORLANDO, Fla., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) announced today at Global Pet Expo that the public is now invited to submit nominations for the Human Animal Bond Innovation Awards, a program designed to recognize individuals, companies and organizations beyond pet care that are advancing the human-animal bond and creating a more pet-friendly society.

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) announced today at Global Pet Expo that the public is now invited to submit nominations for the Human Animal Bond Innovation Awards, a program designed to recognize individuals, companies and organizations beyond pet care that are advancing the human-animal bond and creating a more pet-friendly society.
  • "HABRI is inspired by so many dedicated individuals, companies and organizations that are honoring the human-animal bond," said Steven Feldman, president of HABRI.
  • "Although there are amazing pet care innovations on display here at Global Pet Expo, we are specifically looking for nominations from outside of the pet space.
  • "PetSmart Charities is proud to be the Presenting Sponsor for the Human Animal Bond Innovation Awards," said Aimee Gilbreath, president of PetSmart Charities.

HAGEN GROUP EXPANDS PET PRODUCTS PORTFOLIO; OFFERS NEW INNOVATIONS IN CAT, DOG, AND AQUATICS LINES

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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MANSFIELD, Mass., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hagen Group , an industry leader in pet products, today unveiled its portfolio of new pet items scheduled for release throughout the year.

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  • MANSFIELD, Mass., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hagen Group , an industry leader in pet products, today unveiled its portfolio of new pet items scheduled for release throughout the year.
  • Many products will debut at Global Pet Expo, the pet industry's largest annual trade show (in Orlando, FL, March 20-22).
  • "Our goal is to expand innovations within the pet category and develop products that enhance the bond between pets and their families," remarked Jeff San Souci, director of marketing at Hagen Group.
  • New product highlights from Hagen Group include:
    Creamy Cups: Treat felines to a truly decadent, soft mousse made from cage-free chicken or wild-caught tuna, with real fruit.

New Logo, New Packaging, New Products & More!

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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MUSCATINE, Iowa, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kent Pet Group, a subsidiary of Kent Corporation (kentww.com), and the maker of World's Best Cat Litter®, is proud to announce the following news and updates at Global Pet Expo 2024:

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  • The launch of the new visual identity celebrates not only a new logo, but also an entirely new packaging design, and much more.
  • The effort involved in depth consumer research that led to a completely reimagined look with a clean color palate.
  • Poop Fighter™ Maximum Odor Defense is the first natural and sustainable cat litter designed to eliminate poop stink, not just mask it.
  • With manufacturing facilities already in Australia and the United Kingdom, the move means both litter and bedding products will now be available domestically for the first time.