Monday, February 7, 2011

Small pet stores see healthy growth of organic food sales

Awesome trend!

“It’s done wonders for our business,” Castro says. 
(Los Angeles Times)
Sales of premium-priced organic and natural pet food are expected to grow three times as fast as pet food sales overall through 2015.

Organic, raw and even gluten-free food choices aren't just for people anymore.

These options are showing up at local pet shops that are looking to distinguish themselves from big-box competitors. After a slowdown in sales of premium-priced food during the recession, independent pet shops said the sector was recovering.

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