New trend in pet supplies industry
Interzoo, the world’s leading trade fair for pet products, was successfully held online from June 1 to 4, 2021 with 14,537 participants from more than 100 countries and regions and 336 exhibitors from 48 countries and regions. Thousands of people exchanged the latest food and care products, accessories and services about pets through the four-day online trade fair.
With a total area of approximately 125,000 square meters, Interzoo 2021 once again provides a global market overview of a series of innovative food, care products and accessories for tetrapods, birds, ornamental fish and terrarium animals. Due to the fact that dogs and cats are the most common pets, the products of these four-legged friends performed most prominently at the show (49.9%), followed by small mammals (13.0%). Other areas such as aquarium (8.4%), bird products (6.8%), glass containers (6.1%) and pet food technology (3.3%) also have a place.
The exhibitors of this online exhibition are mainly from six continents: 23% are from Germany, 44% are from other European countries, 27% are from Asia, 5% are from North America, South America, Africa and Australia each account for a small portion.
The spread of the coronavirus has affected the health and economy of more than 185 countries around the world. This year has been a difficult year for many countries. In particular, the offline retail industry was affected badly. The breakthrough development of online transactions, especially the pet industry, was accompanied by the economic downturn. Ushered in unprecedented growth, according to statistics, the global pet market in 2020 sales of more than 123 billion euros.
Ever since the global coronavirus pandemic began, more and more people have had to choose to work from home. In this difficult period, pets such as dogs and cats have become more important companions and spiritual support for people. According to the statistics of the German Central Zoological Association Zentralverband Zoologischer Fachbetriebe eV (ZZF), the number of pet animals in Germany has increased by nearly 1 million, including nearly 35 million dogs, cats, small mammals and ornamental birds. Euromonitor International predicts , This year the global pet supplies will increase by more than 7.5%. The care and responsibility for animals has subsequently become an important focus of the pet product industry, and at the same time promoted discussions on trends in pet health feed, life comfort products, and industry sustainability.
Norbert Holthenrich, President of ZZF, emphasized: “If the social importance of pets continues to increase, it will require expertise in the pet industry. Therefore, we should clearly advocate for animal welfare and sustainable animal trade., And openly oppose unreliable traders or large-scale breeders, because animal welfare is not the first priority: “In addition to these themes, the Interzoo trade fair also discussed trends in the pet industry, market development, marketing opportunities, best practices, sustainability aspects, digitalization, etc. were discussed and various support plans. Holthenrich also said that animal welfare, sustainability, species protection and protection of the animal’s living environment are all important topics in the pet industry.
