Packaged Facts: Blog

by Daniel Granderson
March 13 2020
health
health and wellness
pet health
pet owners
veterinary

What We're Reading: Dog infected by coronavirus COVID-19 in Hong Kong

The World Organization for Animal Health published a report of the emerging disease, listing this case as the first in dogs.

by Daniel Granderson
February 5 2020
cats
dogs
pet health
pet medications
veterinarians

Strong Veterinary Market Underpins Pet Medications

This new blog based on Packaged Facts' "Pet Medications in the U.S., 6th Edition" analyzes the important role pet medications play in the operations of veterinary clinics.

by Daniel Granderson
January 9 2020
cat food
cats
dog food
dogs
pet
pet food
pet health
veterinarians

Pet Food and Health: The Veterinary Angle

As with pet health choices generally, veterinarians should play a more proactive role in guiding their customers to balanced pet food choices.

by Daniel Granderson
October 22 2019
cats
dogs
functional foods
pet
pet health
pet retail
pet supplements
pet treats

Dogs and Cats Sink Teeth into Functional, Healthy Pet Treats

In addition to unusual or exotic proteins, treat marketers are relying on functional ingredients to capture pet owners’ attention, making it possible for them to address pet health and wellness issues while enjoying “treat time.”

by Daniel Granderson
September 20 2019
cat owners
cats
dog owners
dogs
pet
pet care
pet food
pet health
pets as family

10 Common Plants Dangerous to Pets

Pet owners can, with a little research and some care, continue to enjoy their gardens, houseplants, and cut flowers. They just need to exercise some caution. This guest blog by Rover.com discusses ways to prevent pet exposure to toxic plants.

CBD Shining a Bright Light on the U.S. Pet Supplements Market

From medicinal marijuana to CBD-infused chewing gum, the human health and wellness market has experienced a surge of interest in cannabis products, a development that has spilled over with gusto into the pet supplements market.

by Daniel Granderson
August 1 2018
cats
dogs
pet care
pet health
pet products

Oral Care and Wellness Go Hand in Paw in Pet Market

Pet owners know that caring for their own dental health is essential from an overall wellness standpoint, and they are increasingly realizing that the same holds true for their furry companions.

by Daniel Granderson
June 11 2018
cats
dogs
pet
pet health
veterinarians
veterinary
Walmart

Retail Stores Take on Vets

What happens when Walmart opens up permanent veterinary clinics in its stores?

by Daniel Granderson
September 19 2017
cats
dogs
pet health
pet medications
pet products

A Tail of Two Cities: Portland(s) Important to Pet Medications Market

Two companies – based on opposite sides of the country, but in cities bearing the same name – are trying to disrupt how pet owners receive their pet medications.