APPA News

APPA Releases Comprehensive 2025 Report on Bird, Small Animal & Horse Ownership

APPA Team — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 14:00:00 GMT

New insights uncover shifting demographics, new purchasing preferences and rising engagement in today's pet owners.

APPA Launches Pets Add Life Holiday Gift Guide Highlighting Emerging Pet Trends

APPA Team — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 17:00:00 GMT

Celebrating the joy of pets with a curated collection of innovative and festive gifts for pets and the people who love them.

From Bigger Tanks to Stronger Bonds: Fish & Reptile Ownership Evolves in 2025

APPA Team — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 14:59:59 GMT

APPA's latest report reveals shifting demographics, rising engagement, and the important role smaller pets have in U.S. households

The American Pet Products Association (APPA) Releases 2025 Dog & Cat Report, Revealing a New Era of Pet Ownership

APPA Team — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 13:00:00 GMT

Trends show a record-breaking rise in cat ownership, deeper human-animal bonds, and a growing focus on proactive pet wellness.

New Coalition Forms to Tackle Tariff Challenges in the Pet Industry

APPA Team — Tue, 06 May 2025 16:16:48 GMT

Seven leading pet industry organizations unite to host informative tariff webinar

STAMFORD, CONN. (May 6, 2025) – The American Pet Products Association (APPA) announced a joint effort by seven pet industry organizations to share strategies and align efforts to mitigate the impacts of tariffs on the pet industry. The coalition includes the American Pet Products Association (APPA), IndiePet, National Animal Supplement Council (NASC), Pet Advocacy Network (PAN), Pet Food Institute (PFI), Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA), and World Pet Association (WPA).

American Pet Products Association Announces New Board Member & Positions

APPA Team — Thu, 01 May 2025 06:00:00 GMT

STAMFORD, CONN. (May 1, 2025) – The American Pet Products Association (APPA), the leading pet trade association, has announced new board positions and a new board member for 2025. Todd Regan, General Manager, Central Specialty Pet at Central Garden & Pet, has been named the new chair. CEO of JoJo Modern Pets, Savina Singh, has been named Secretary/Treasurer. Dr. Oliver Knesl, Director & Medical Lead, Petcare Pain Portfolio, Global Medical Affairs at Zoetis, has joined APPA’s board of directors.

The American Pet Products Association (APPA) Releases 2025 State of the Industry Report

APPA Team — Wed, 26 Mar 2025 18:30:00 GMT

U.S. pet ownership regains momentum, with 94 million households having at least one pet, and Gen Z is driving a remarkable shift in multi-pet ownership.

The Pet Sustainability Coalition and the American Pet Products Association to Advance Pet Industry Sustainability at The Pet Summit

APPA Team — Wed, 22 Jan 2025 14:30:00 GMT

The Pet Summit's all-new Pet Sustainability Track, sponsored by the Pet Sustainability Coalition, is one of five specialized tracks offered at the event, designed to explore key topics relevant to the pet industry.

The American Pet Products Association (APPA) Releases 2024 Bird, Small Animal & Horse Owner Insight Report

APPA Team — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 14:00:00 GMT

Pet owners are developing deeper bonds with their animals, as evidenced by significant increases in gift-giving for Christmas and year-round, among other trends.

APPA Unveils 2024 Pets Add Life Holiday Gift Guide: Celebrating the Joy of Pets

APPA Team — Wed, 04 Dec 2024 21:43:42 GMT

STAMFORD, CONN (December 4, 2024) — The American Pet Products Association (APPA) today launched its 2024 Pets Add Life Holiday Gift Guide, showcasing the deepening bond between pets and their families during the festive season.