Pet economy booms
6 years, 4 months ago

Pet economy booms

China Daily  

Visitors look at animals at the Pet Fair Asia in 2016 in Shanghai. And domestic pet food makers are catching up with the trend, says Zhao Haiming, general manager of Pure & Natural, a Chinese pet food brand. "Our market research finds pet owners in China are now more well-informed about their pets' health, and closely check the ingredients and nutritional elements before buying pet food," says Zhao. According to the Pet Industry White Paper 2018 published by goumin.com, a Chinese online pet forum, Chinese dog and cat owners are expected to spend over 5,000 yuan per pet in 2018, an increase of 15 percent from last year. Xiao says that in addition to cat food, raising her pet involves other expenses like grooming, vaccines and medical treatment.

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China's pet market sniffing out great opportunities
2 months ago

China's pet market sniffing out great opportunities

China Daily  

China's pet market sniffing out great opportunities By Xu Jiayi chinadaily.com.cn Updated: Nov 14, 2024 Shiba Inu dogs at the 26th Pet Fair Asia held in Shanghai, Aug 22, 2024. The scale of China's pet market totaled 592.8 billion yuan in 2023, increasing 20.1 percent year-on-year, and it is expected to reach 1.15 trillion yuan by 2028, the report said …

China's bullish pet economy shines at import expo
2 months ago

China's bullish pet economy shines at import expo

China Daily  

A Japanese pet products booth attracts visitors at the 7th China International Import Expo consumer goods exhibition area, in Shanghai, Nov 7, 2024. "Chinese consumers are highly adept at using online services, and at-home pet testing could see faster adoption in the Chinese market," said Shun Fujii, CEO of the company. "We noticed that the average age of pet cats …

Pet Economy Booms in China as Cat and Dog Cafes Spread
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2 months, 1 week ago

Pet Economy Booms in China as Cat and Dog Cafes Spread

China Daily  

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
2 months, 1 week 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
2 months, 1 week ago

Pet economy purrs ahead as cat, pooch cafes spread

China Daily  

Customers spend leisure time at dog and cat cafes in Wuhan. When Cheng Danni goes to work, her one-and-a-half-year-old golden retriever is sent to a nearby dog cafe in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, where it has a "part-time job." The dog does not feel lonely anymore," said the 20-year-old, who had earlier discovered an "This is actually a new type of …

Pet economy purrs ahead as cat, pooch cafes spread
2 months, 1 week ago

Pet economy purrs ahead as cat, pooch cafes spread

China Daily  

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
2 months, 1 week 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
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2 months, 1 week ago

Pet economy purrs ahead as cat, pooch cafes spread

China Daily  

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 …

Pet product export booms in Quzhou's Jiangshan
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Pet product export booms in Quzhou's Jiangshan

China Daily  

chinadaily.com.cn| Updated :2024-10-18 Cat trees are produced from Jiangshan, a county-level city in Quzhou, Zhejiang province. At Zhejiang Firstwell Technology Co, a batch of cat trees valued at 141,000 yuan passed inspection by Quzhou Customs and was loaded for shipment to the United States on Oct 9, which marked the 487th export batch for Zhejiang Firstwell this year alone. From …

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

Businesses see success in China's pet sector

China Daily  

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 …

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

Businesses see success in China's pet sector

China Daily  

China Daily | Updated: 2024-09-30 09:16 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 …

People are splurging like never before on their pets
3 months, 3 weeks ago

People are splurging like never before on their pets

Hindustan Times  

Among the products of Dog by Dr Lisa, an Australian pet-care brand, you will find a cleanser for sensitive skin, a soothing balm and a cologne. Still, canines craving meat need not eat like animals: Butternut Box, a maker of fresh pet food taste-tested by humans, can offer your furry friend a low-fat chicken dish with peas, lentils and “a …

Pet sector drives innovations for healthier lives
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Pet sector drives innovations for healthier lives

China Daily  

A cat plays with a toy during Pet Fair Asia in Shanghai in August. ZHANG LONG/FOR CHINA DAILY Driven by the increasing number of pets and the evolving demands of consumers, China's pet industry has seen strong growth in recent years, propelling product innovations that prioritize health and nutrition. The White Paper on China's Pet Food Industry, published by Deloitte …

Pet sector drives innovations for healthier lives
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Pet sector drives innovations for healthier lives

China Daily  

A cat plays with a toy during Pet Fair Asia in Shanghai in August. ZHANG LONG/FOR CHINA DAILY Driven by the increasing number of pets and the evolving demands of consumers, China's pet industry has seen strong growth in recent years, propelling product innovations that prioritize health and nutrition. The White Paper on China's Pet Food Industry, published by Deloitte …

Wanderlust for pet travel unleashes market potential
4 months, 3 weeks 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. …

Inflation is pinching Americans — but they are still splurging on their pets
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Inflation is pinching Americans — but they are still splurging on their pets

NPR  

Inflation is pinching Americans — but they are still splurging on their pets toggle caption Julie Leopo for NPR Like many Americans, Thomas Guzowski and his wife, Eloísa López, are doing all they can to cut down on their spending as they struggle with inflation. Pete Scott, president of the American Pet Products Association, says that the bond drives owners …

Social Media Digest
6 months ago

Social Media Digest

China Daily  

There has been an increase in pet supplement purchases. Pawsitive health craze Recently, there has been a notable increase in the purchase of supplements such as fish oil and glucosamine for joint health, and coenzyme Q10 for heart benefits among young people in China. Tang Shiying, who owns two small dogs, told New Weekly that she spends around 400 yuan …

Social Media Digest
6 months ago

Social Media Digest

China Daily  

There has been an increase in pet supplement purchases. Pawsitive health craze Recently, there has been a notable increase in the purchase of supplements such as fish oil and glucosamine for joint health, and coenzyme Q10 for heart benefits among young people in China. Tang Shiying, who owns two small dogs, told New Weekly that she spends around 400 yuan …

Cakes to couture, pampered pets a growing breed
9 months 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 …

Cakes to couture, pampered pets a growing breed
9 months 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 …

When it comes to popularity, cats get the upper paw
9 months ago

When it comes to popularity, cats get the upper paw

China Daily  

Consumers shop at a pet-friendly mall in Beijing on Jan 21. According to Petdata.cn, a pet industry market observer, the number of pet cats in China reached 69.8 million last year, a 6.8 percent year-on-year increase, surpassing the number of pet dogs by 18.05 million. Zhang Haiqiang, secretary-general of the China Small Animal Protection Association, attributed the difference to the …

When it comes to popularity, cats get the upper paw
9 months ago

When it comes to popularity, cats get the upper paw

China Daily  

Consumers shop at a pet-friendly mall in Beijing on Jan 21. According to Petdata.cn, a pet industry market observer, the number of pet cats in China reached 69.8 million last year, a 6.8 percent year-on-year increase, surpassing the number of pet dogs by 18.05 million. Zhang Haiqiang, secretary-general of the China Small Animal Protection Association, attributed the difference to the …

Pet hotels do roaring holiday trade
10 months, 3 weeks 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, 3 weeks 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 …

Why pet owners are spending thousands of dollars on 'human-grade' food
11 months ago

Why pet owners are spending thousands of dollars on 'human-grade' food

BBC  

Why pet owners are spending thousands of dollars on 'human-grade' food Getty Images As the market for fresh pet food soars, dogs and cats are eating as well as their owners As consumers claw for luxury pet food, dogs and cats are eating as well as humans. Courtesy of Perfect Bowl Sydney-based pet food brand Perfect Bowl offers fresh, natural …

'Cat'ering to felines, canines no mere pet project
1 year ago

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

China Daily  

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 …

CIIE highlights China's growing demand for health products
1 year, 2 months ago

CIIE highlights China's growing demand for health products

China Daily  

Blue Buffalo, a high-end pet food brand of General Mills, showcases products at the sixth China International Import Expo in Shanghai. Chinese pet owners are paying more attention to pet health and nutrition, and are tending to choose high-quality, natural, healthy and nutritious pet food," said Su Qiang, president and managing director of General Mills China, at a forum held …

1,000 cats rescued from slaughter for illegal meat trade in China
1 year, 2 months ago

1,000 cats rescued from slaughter for illegal meat trade in China

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Police in China rescued over …

In China, police rescues 1000 cats from being killed and sold as mutton or pork
1 year, 2 months ago

In China, police rescues 1000 cats from being killed and sold as mutton or pork

Firstpost  

Activists stated that cat meat can bring 4.5 yuan per catty, which is approximately comparable to 600g in Chinese units of measurement. Four to five kittens can be produced by one cat More than a thousand cats were saved by Chinese police from being killed and sold as mutton or pork, according to state-affiliated media. The Paper claims that for …

Food, toys, salon visits and vet: Here is what it costs to keep a pet
1 year, 5 months ago

Food, toys, salon visits and vet: Here is what it costs to keep a pet

Live Mint  

Swimming is Dylan’s favourite pursuit. “We haven’t yet seen any pet care service in India which is too expensive, so we never have had to budget carefully while spending on him," Priyamvada said. “This savings is earmarked for Thor’s medical emergencies," said Ameya, a marketing professional who is also a consultant with a natural pet food brand. This is especially …

On the road: Cool dogs and curious cats
1 year, 8 months ago

On the road: Cool dogs and curious cats

China Daily  

Pet owner Wei Ren, 29, takes his dachshund along for a short trip to rural areas in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province. It feels very different to walk the dog in such a place with good ecology compared with the big city," says Wei, who works in a commercial real estate consulting company. According to the 2021 China Pet Industry White Paper, …

On the road: Cool dogs and curious cats
1 year, 8 months ago

On the road: Cool dogs and curious cats

China Daily  

Pet owner Wei Ren, 29, takes his dachshund along for a short trip to rural areas in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province. It feels very different to walk the dog in such a place with good ecology compared with the big city," says Wei, who works in a commercial real estate consulting company. According to the 2021 China Pet Industry White Paper, …

Cats become top dogs in Chinese cities, usurping man's best friend
2 years, 4 months ago

Cats become top dogs in Chinese cities, usurping man's best friend

China Daily  

Author's pooch Xiaobai expertly avoids eye contact with a party-crashing cat during her recent birthday celebration. However, a mere decade later, an arguably even more substantial societal transformation took place－in 2021 cats outnumbered dogs for the first time. Even if one attributes only one life to felines, which may or may not have nine, their ranks grew doggedly to become …

Cats become top dogs in Chinese cities, usurping man's best friend
2 years, 4 months ago

Cats become top dogs in Chinese cities, usurping man's best friend

China Daily  

Author's pooch Xiaobai expertly avoids eye contact with a party-crashing cat during her recent birthday celebration. However, a mere decade later, an arguably even more substantial societal transformation took place－in 2021 cats outnumbered dogs for the first time. Even if one attributes only one life to felines, which may or may not have nine, their ranks grew doggedly to become …

Yinan county's pet food industry booms
3 years, 4 months ago

Yinan county's pet food industry booms

China Daily  

About 50 tons of pet food rolls off the production line every hour at the Shandong Seek Pet Products Co factory in Tongjing town, Yinan county of Linyi, Shandong province.The factory mainly manufactures pet food products. A production line of canned pet treats at the Shandong Seek Pet Products Co factory As OEM orders vary in form and formulation, the …

Pet Startups Are Having a Field Day
3 years, 6 months ago

Pet Startups Are Having a Field Day

Wired  

Over the Fourth of July weekend, Americans filled airports and highways nearly as much as on holidays before the pandemic. Pawsh, an app that matches dog owners with groomers, saw a 125 percent growth in customers between March and June of last year; two-thirds of new users were first-time pet owners. “Our hypothesis is that the group that waited for …

Coronavirus: China declares dogs are companions and should not be eaten, signalling possible end to brutal meat trade
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus: China declares dogs are companions and should not be eaten, signalling possible end to brutal meat trade

The Independent  

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy China has stated that dogs should be treated as pets, not livestock, for the first …

China's leading pet food maker net profit up nearly 40% in 2019
4 years, 9 months ago

China's leading pet food maker net profit up nearly 40% in 2019

China Daily  

A staff member works at the R&D center of Yantai China Pet Foods Co Ltd in East China's Shandong province. JINAN -- China's leading pet food maker Yantai China Pet Foods Co Ltd saw annual growth of 39.97 percent in net profit attributable to shareholders of the listed company in 2019, the company announced Wednesday. China Pet Foods said its …

Dogs and cats have a 'pet economy' of their own
6 years, 3 months ago

Dogs and cats have a 'pet economy' of their own

China Daily  

People's increasing consumption capacity will create lucrative segment markets in the pet industry, writes Wang Yiqing Raising pets, especially dogs or cats, has been part of modern life. Pet owners comprise 9% of urban population The "white paper" says an estimated 73.55 million people in urban areas have pets, meaning about 9 percent of China's overall urban population of 813.47 …

Pet economy booms
6 years, 4 months ago

Pet economy booms

China Daily  

Pet cosmeticians cater to dogs in a qualification test during the 18th Pet Fair Asia in August 2015 in Shanghai. As the Chinese seek more healthy and happy lives, they are willing to spend more on their furry friends Cat owner Xiao Wanqing packs a big suitcase with imported cat food and toys at an international pet fair in Shanghai, …

Pet economy booms
6 years, 4 months ago

Pet economy booms

China Daily  

Pet cosmeticians cater to dogs in a qualification test during the 18th Pet Fair Asia in August 2015 in Shanghai. As the Chinese seek more healthy and happy lives, they are willing to spend more on their furry friends Cat owner Xiao Wanqing packs a big suitcase with imported cat food and toys at an international pet fair in Shanghai, …

Pet economy booms
6 years, 4 months ago

Pet economy booms

China Daily  

A visitor and her cat attend a pet fair in Guangzhou in May. Qian Zheng, director of the cat zone of Pet Fair Asia, says over 200 pure-bred cats were brought to the show. Speaking about her experiences, Qian, who bought her first Persian cat from a foreign breeder via e-mail, says: "At that time, no foreign breeder was willing …

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