Ever since Merial’s flea and tick blockbuster Frontline went off patent four years ago, the flea and tick category has been in a state of intense competition. Several other fipronil-based products have made a splash, gnawing away at Frontline’s market share. While Merial has managed to force the withdrawal of some formulations, citing infringement on patents the company still holds, others have made inroads, including products from Sergeant’s (FiproGuard and Pronyl), Novartis (Parastar and EasyS...
February 17, 2014Pet 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.
August 1, 2018Because just over half of pet owners agree that having pets inside the home is a household cleanliness and hygiene concern, litter and cleanup products have become an even more important part of pet ownership.
February 25, 2022As with pet health choices generally, veterinarians should play a more proactive role in guiding their customers to balanced pet food choices.
January 9, 2020What happens when Walmart opens up permanent veterinary clinics in its stores?
June 11, 2018To keep pets and pet owners engaged in the market for treats and chews, innovation is the name of the game
September 5, 2017Digital pet care was taking off before the pandemic, and all sectors are poised for ongoing rapid growth.
February 7, 2022This 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.
February 5, 2020Although pet owners may not like to think of their pets as old or overweight, the need for products targeting overweight/obese pets or senior pets is increasing.
September 21, 20161. “Ah, the little things our pets do. And somehow we still love them.” 2. “Oh, no, he didn’t. Oh, yes, he did.” 3. “Toy ingestion $3,000.” We can’t get enough of the adorable things our pets do. But sometimes those cute things can be costly. More and more pet owners are turning to pet insurance to help cover the rising costs of pet health care. Still, pet insurance penetration levels remain low in North America, particularly compared to European countries such as the U.K. and Sweden, wh...
November 27, 2013