Pet travel sector clawing back revenue lost from pandemic
2 years, 7 months ago

Pet travel sector clawing back revenue lost from pandemic

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A young couple carry their dog during a tour of Hailuogou, a scenic site in Sichuan province. She said the travel agency prepared almost everything for the tourists, including a pet-friendly hotel, a photographer, a pet trainer and a welcome party where people shared stories about their furry friends. According to the 2021 pet industry consumption report released by analytical company Pethadoop, China's pet market for cats and dogs in urban areas reached 249 billion yuan, up 20.6 percent year-on-year. Shao Peng, founder of a pet travel agency in Beijing, said excursions lasting one to three days are popular among the country's new crop of pet owners. Industry insiders said pet-friendly travel involves multiple organizations such as travel agencies, hotels and scenic spots, and each of them should have standardized prices, services and facilities.

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Pet Economy Booms in China as Cat and Dog Cafes Spread
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Pet Economy Booms in China as Cat and Dog Cafes Spread

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China's pet economy is booming, with the country seeing a surge in pet ownership and a thriving pet industry. The pet economy has been driven by responsible ownership and the increasing popularity of pet-friendly services and products. Favor Pets, a leading pet services chain, has expanded rapidly in recent years, with over 2,000 stores across major cities in China.

Pet Economy Booms as China's Middle Class Unleashes Its Purr-fect Spending Power
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Pet Economy Booms as China's Middle Class Unleashes Its Purr-fect Spending Power

China Daily  

The pet economy in China is experiencing significant growth, driven by factors such as the rising middle class, urbanization, and changing demographics. This surge in demand has created opportunities for pet food and product companies, with businesses ranging from dog grooming salons to luxury pet hotels seeing significant growth. Additionally, pet health and wellness are gaining attention, with pet owners …

Pet economy purrs ahead as cat, pooch cafes spread
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Pet economy purrs ahead as cat, pooch cafes spread

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Customers spend leisure time at dog and cat cafes in Shanghai. There are over 3,500 cat cafe-related companies and more than 200 dog cafe-related businesses in the country, data from Qichacha, a leading platform offering company information inquiry services, showed. With the "adopt, don't shop" philosophy gaining traction, cafes focusing on stray animal adoption are becoming a growing trend in …

Pet economy purrs ahead as cat, pooch cafes spread
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Pet economy purrs ahead as cat, pooch cafes spread

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Visitors take photos of cats at a pet expo in Wuhan, Hubei province, on July 12. Booming economy China's pet economy has been thriving with the rise of responsible ownership and pet-friendly services. Seeing the potential of the emerging pet industry, Yan Jinsheng, a 47-year-old pet lover who hails from Tianjin and had previously worked in the automotive sector, shifted …

Pet economy purrs ahead as cat, pooch cafes spread
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Pet economy purrs ahead as cat, pooch cafes spread

China Daily  

A visitor takes a photo of a cat at a pet industry expo in Xingtai, Hebei province, on Oct 18. "Our pet snacks have consistently achieved over 10 percent annual growth," said Hu Zimeng, the company's general manager. He Yang, who manages the Pupurazzi pet chain brand in Chengdu said: "The pet market in China has enormous potential, and consumer …

Pet economy purrs ahead as cat, pooch cafes spread
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Pet economy purrs ahead as cat, pooch cafes spread

China Daily  

Customers spend leisure time at dog and cat cafes in Shanghai. There are over 3,500 cat cafe-related companies and more than 200 dog cafe-related businesses in the country, data from Qichacha, a leading platform offering company information inquiry services, showed. With the "adopt, don't shop" philosophy gaining traction, cafes focusing on stray animal adoption are becoming a growing trend in …

Pet economy purrs ahead as cat, pooch cafes spread
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Pet economy purrs ahead as cat, pooch cafes spread

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Customers spend leisure time at dog and cat cafes in Shanghai. Pet cafes provide close interaction with animals, helping address the growing need for spiritual comfort," said Wu Yi, an associate professor at the College of Animal Science and Technology at China Agricultural University. There are currently over 28,000 companies in China whose names or scope of business include the …

Pawsome Purr-fect Pet Cafes Thrive in Shanghai
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Pawsome Purr-fect Pet Cafes Thrive in Shanghai

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Pet cafes thrive in Shanghai, offering a haven for animal lovers to unwind and connect with furry companions. With over 3,500 cat cafes and 200 dog cafes in the country, the pet economy in China is flourishing. Customers can enjoy leisure time amidst the purring and wagging of adorable animals, with many cafes focusing on stray animal adoption. The

Pet economy purrs ahead as cat, pooch cafes spread
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Pet economy purrs ahead as cat, pooch cafes spread

China Daily  

Customers spend leisure time at dog and cat cafes in Shanghai. There are over 3,500 cat cafe-related companies and more than 200 dog cafe-related businesses in the country, data from Qichacha, a leading platform offering company information inquiry services, showed. With the "adopt, don't shop" philosophy gaining traction, cafes focusing on stray animal adoption are becoming a growing trend in …

China's pet economy thrives with rise of responsible ownership, pet-friendly services
2 months, 2 weeks ago

China's pet economy thrives with rise of responsible ownership, pet-friendly services

China Daily  

BEIJING - Yan Jinsheng still treasures the old dog license and pet nameplate for a dog he had raised nearly 40 years ago. Although uncivilized behaviors such as dog attacks and pet abuse and abandonment occasionally still occur in China, there has been a marked rise in responsible pet ownership along with the rapid pet market expansion. According to Qichacha, …

Businesses see success in China's pet sector
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Businesses see success in China's pet sector

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Customers shop with their pet at Marsmart pet store in THE BOX Youth Energy Center in Chaoyang district, Beijing, on Aug 16, 2023. "Our pet snacks have consistently achieved over 10 percent annual growth," said Hu Zimeng, the company's general manager. During China's mid-year "618"shopping festival, sales of smart pet drying boxes — handy after downpours or baths — on …

Wanderlust for pet travel unleashes market potential
4 months ago

Wanderlust for pet travel unleashes market potential

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Cat lovers with their furry companions visit an exhibition that showcases Egyptian art at the Shanghai Museum on July 27. GAO ERQIANG/CHINA DAILY Room at the inn From day trips in suburban areas of Beijing to weeklong journeys to Hebei province and Inner Mongolia, Zhang has arranged about 180 pet trips. "We usually organize two to four events a week, …

Wanderlust for pet travel unleashes market potential
4 months ago

Wanderlust for pet travel unleashes market potential

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A man cycles with his dog in Yantai, Shandong province, in April. "They need to submit documentation such as a valid quarantine certificate issued by the official animal quarantine agency of the exporting country or region and a rabies vaccination certificate," said Yin Na, an official with the Shanghai Pudong Airport's customs inspection department. "For non-designated countries or regions, a …

Wanderlust for pet travel unleashes market potential
4 months ago

Wanderlust for pet travel unleashes market potential

China Daily  

Cat lovers with their furry companions visit an exhibition that showcases Egyptian art at the Shanghai Museum on July 27. Most of the owners were born in the 1980s and 1990s, are well-educated and have higher incomes, according to a survey conducted in December by the pet industry data platform petdata.cn, under the guidance of the China Pet Industry Association. …

Wanderlust for pet travel unleashes market potential
4 months ago

Wanderlust for pet travel unleashes market potential

China Daily  

A man cycles with his dog in Yantai, Shandong province, in April. "They need to submit documentation such as a valid quarantine certificate issued by the official animal quarantine agency of the exporting country or region and a rabies vaccination certificate," said Yin Na, an official with the Shanghai Pudong Airport's customs inspection department. "For non-designated countries or regions, a …

Wanderlust for pet travel unleashes market potential
4 months ago

Wanderlust for pet travel unleashes market potential

China Daily  

Cat lovers with their furry companions visit an exhibition that showcases Egyptian art at the Shanghai Museum on July 27. GAO ERQIANG/CHINA DAILY Room at the inn From day trips in suburban areas of Beijing to weeklong journeys to Hebei province and Inner Mongolia, Zhang has arranged about 180 pet trips. "We usually organize two to four events a week, …

Cakes to couture, pampered pets a growing breed
8 months, 1 week ago

Cakes to couture, pampered pets a growing breed

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Pet owners shop with their dogs at a pet store in a Beijing shopping mall in January. CHINA DAILY As societies increasingly care about pets, the pet economy will grow even further and embrace more specialized and lavish products and services, Zhou said. Pet veterinary care, intelligent devices, social platforms, eco-friendly food supplies, and sustainable lifestyles catering to pets are …

Cakes to couture, pampered pets a growing breed
8 months, 1 week ago

Cakes to couture, pampered pets a growing breed

China Daily  

Pet owners shop with their dogs at a pet store in a Beijing shopping mall in January. CHINA DAILY As societies increasingly care about pets, the pet economy will grow even further and embrace more specialized and lavish products and services, Zhou said. Pet veterinary care, intelligent devices, social platforms, eco-friendly food supplies, and sustainable lifestyles catering to pets are …

Pet hotels do roaring holiday trade
10 months ago

Pet hotels do roaring holiday trade

China Daily  

A cat sits beside a photo frame at a pet boarding house in Beijing. "Most of the time, I arrange pet boarding for my cat if I have to leave Beijing for long business trips or vacations," said Lu, who works at a publishing house. She spent about 2,000 yuan during Spring Festival to have her cat — named "Seventeen …

Pet hotels do roaring holiday trade
10 months ago

Pet hotels do roaring holiday trade

China Daily  

A cat sits beside a photo frame at a pet boarding house in Beijing. "Most of the time, I arrange pet boarding for my cat if I have to leave Beijing for long business trips or vacations," said Lu, who works at a publishing house. She spent about 2,000 yuan during Spring Festival to have her cat — named "Seventeen …

'Cat'ering to felines, canines no mere pet project
11 months, 2 weeks ago

'Cat'ering to felines, canines no mere pet project

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A cat lover kisses her furry friend in Shanghai. He is family, and I simply don't want to leave him behind again," Zhao said, adding that she researched various accommodation options, discovering that many hotels and vacation rentals now cater to pet owners. A survey conducted by the Shanghai-based Asia Pet Alliance in early November showed that among services pet …

Pets take to the roads and air with their owners
1 year, 2 months ago

Pets take to the roads and air with their owners

China Daily  

Winky, a Siberian husky, and Yumi, a 14-year-old border collie, explore grassland beside Yele Lake in Sichuan province. Wang Jinwei, an associate professor at Beijing International Studies University's School of Tourism Sciences, said more Chinese now regard pets as part of the family, so it's only natural to take them on travels. As more companies sense the business opportunities in …

Pets take to the roads and air with their owners
1 year, 2 months ago

Pets take to the roads and air with their owners

China Daily  

Cyclists take a shiba on a trip in suburban Beijing. "I once stayed in a guesthouse where the receptionist prepared welcoming gifts for dogs, which included toys and glow collars to reduce the chance of an animal getting lost at night," Zhang said. In 2015, when I entered the industry, pet travel was a complete blank, with few hotels willing …

Pet travel sector clawing back revenue lost from pandemic
2 years, 7 months ago

Pet travel sector clawing back revenue lost from pandemic

China Daily  

A young couple carry their dog during a tour of Hailuogou, a scenic site in Sichuan province. She said the travel agency prepared almost everything for the tourists, including a pet-friendly hotel, a photographer, a pet trainer and a welcome party where people shared stories about their furry friends. According to the 2021 pet industry consumption report released by analytical …

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