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Pet Industry Trends
Still Growing Strong
In 1988, the first year the APPA National Pet Owners Survey was conducted, 56% of the U.S. households owned a pet as compared to 62% now. And this is expected to continue to grow. In 2010, pet owners spent $48.35 billion on their pets and in 2011 it is estimated they will spend $50.84%.
Industry Data
SPENDING
The following spending statistics are gathered by APPA from various market research sources and are not included in the organization's bi-annual National Pet Owners Survey.
Total U.S. Pet Industry Expenditures
| Year | Billion |
| 2011 | $50.84 Est. |
| 2010 | $48.35 Actual |
| 2009 | $45.5 |
| 2008 | $43.2 |
| 2007 | $41.2 |
| 2006 | $38.5 |
| 2005 | $36.3 |
| 2004 | $34.4 |
| 2003 | $32.4 |
| 2002 | $29.5 |
| 2001 | $28.5 |
| 1998 | $23 |
| 1996 | $21 |
| 1994 | $17 |
2011 Pet Products Trends
2011 PET PRODUCTS TREND REPORT
We pamper them. We bring them wherever we go. We surprise them with something new on special occasions. They even get holiday presents. They are our pets!
From high-end items to high-tech items, products for our companion animals now extend beyond traditional necessities. The American Pet Products Association (APPA) presents top pet product trends for 2011.
Reducing Your Pets Carbon PAW print
Around the world people are making conscious efforts to help our planet Earth, and the pet industry is no exception. From natural litters to toys, accessories and organic food options, earth-friendly pet products are sprouting up everywhere.
Ultra-Clean...
Pet-owners take grooming one step beyond a haircut, a quick bath and a nail trim. Mouthwash and an electric toothbrush for canines are routine steps in a beauty session for some pooches. Birds receive daily pedicures with special cage perches, while others enjoy manicures complete with nail polish. Pet-owning homes stay cleaner with automatic, Deluxe litter boxes, cleaning cloths for muddy paws that mimic traditional baby wipes, and scented gel air fresheners to keep rooms free of pet odors.
Dinner is Served
Today's pet foods include complete and balanced diets that tantalize our pets' taste buds and satisfy their tummies. Formulas for puppies and kittens, specialized meals for reptiles, birds and fish and diets for senior pets ensure a long and healthy life for our beloved companions.
State-of-the-Art
Pet products are becoming more high-tech including tags, aquarium kits, automatic doors and feeders, enhanced reptile terrarium lighting systems and touch-activated toys help pet-owners take care of companion animals with ease and precision.
Help Yourself!
Pet owners enjoy today's sophisticated pet supplies and are spending money on them. PetStoreComplete offers a wide variety of these products for you to sell to your customers.
Keep on Truckin'
Whether it's a quick trip to the supermarket or a long ride to the beach, companion animals are now traveling animals too. Buckled up in a harness, seat belt system or a portable carrier, these pets stay safe and secure while on the road. Food and water along with safety supplies are on hand in all-in-one kits, waste disposal systems make for easy clean-up on quick stops and motion sickness aids are available too.
Pet Ownership Statistics
Here are some interesting US pet ownership statistics, according to the 2010-2011 National Pet Owners Survey from the American Pet Products Association.
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