Should You Fly Every SKU to Avoid a Stockout? A Selective-Air Guide for Pet Brands

Man holding a dog in a pet store aisle, showing why pet supply brands need to keep best-selling products in stock.

Picture a pet brand with 40 products on a container out of Ningbo. The vessel is running 10 days late, and Black Friday is close. Three best-sellers, a dental chew, a calming supplement and a treat-dispensing camera, will sell out before the ship arrives. The other 37 have enough stock to wait. Flying the whole container would wipe out the season’s margin. Flying nothing leaves … Read More

Scaling Pet Supply? Fix Your Logistics First

GLC graphic featuring a pet supply store with toys, carriers, leashes, and accessories alongside the message “Scaling Pet Supply? Fix Your Logistics First.”

The U.S. pet supply market keeps growing, and that creates a major opportunity for brands selling pet food, treats, toys, grooming products, accessories, and other pet care items. According to the American Pet Products Association, U.S. pet industry spending reached $158 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach $165 billion in 2026. But growth also creates pressure. More SKUs, more import requirements, more retailers, … Read More