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How Pet Owners Are Shopping in 2026: The Numbers Retailers Need to Know

How Pet Owners Are Shopping in 2026: The Numbers Retailers Need to Know

Posted by FieldStack, August 19, 2026
Pet retail is a big industry, but the numbers behind it tell a more interesting story than the size of the market alone.

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