BUSINESS - Largest SuperZoo Ever

World Pet Association (WPA), producer of SuperZoo, proclaimed their 2016 trade show the largest ever.

SuperZoo was held in Las Vegas and had a more than four percent increase in attendees and eight percent increase in companies attending over 2015, as well as nearly 1,200 exhibitors participating.

Attendees had had 820 products to choose from when voting on the best new products in the showcase.

Over 90 education sessions covered a wide variety of topics including: staff training, human resources, leadership, social media, customer service and marketing, and more.

“The quality and depth of SuperZoo’s speakers, education sessions, attendees and exhibitors was incredible,” says Doug Poindexter, president of WPA. “SuperZoo is continually evolving and growing to meet the needs of pet retailers as well as the trends in the industry and this year demonstrated WPA’s sustained commitment to contributing to the pet industry’s continued success.”

SuperZoo wasn’t the only successful pet retail trade show this year, Global Pet Expo also broke attendance and participation records.

Interzoo, held in Germany, reported their largest event ever in June 2016.

The success of these trade shows may come as a surprise to some considering the economical challenges the world has been facing over the past years.

But it shouldn’t.

Despite recessions, pet spending has continued to increase year after year with a record $60.28 billion in the United States in 2016.

SuperZoo 2017 will be held at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, July 25-27, with conference sessions July 24-26.

Conferences, Expos and Events - Find Them on What's Up?!

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Upcoming events include:

Interpets Asia Pacific, March 31st - April 3rd

It is now recognized by overseas manufacturers as the only gateway to enter the Japanese pet market and is the 2nd largest pet market in the world.

International Association of Animal Behaviour Consultants Animal Behaviour Conference, April 9th & 10th

The dual-track conference features speakers discussing the latest science, treatments and protocols for managing and modifying behavior in dogs and cats, and will provide much-needed information and peer support.

CFHS National Animal Welfare Conference, April 16th - 19th

A venue for thought leadership, sharing of ideas, networking and learning. It will arm you with all the inspiration, information, tools and training you need to work on behalf of our nation’s animals and help to build a Humane Canada.

Social Media Marketing World Conference, April 17th - 19th

Join 3,000 fellow marketers at the mega-conference designed to inspire and empower you with social media marketing ideas—brought to you by Social Media Examiner. Virtual tickets are available if you aren’t able to travel to the conference.

Calgary Pet Industry Trade Show, April 17th

This one day event provides exhibitors with an excellent opportunity to connect with their clients as well as a fantastic venue to pick up new accounts.

Petfood Forum 2016, April 18th - 20th

Network, learn and connect with over 250 top suppliers at the industry's leading conference and exhibition.

PIJAC Canada’s Western Pet Expo, May 1st - 2nd

Benefit from the opportunity to explore the BC market! PIJAC Canada hosts this 2-day event which remains BC’s only, all-inclusive pet industry trade show.

Animal Behaviour and Welfare Research Symposium, May 11th

The Animal Welfare Research Symposium showcases research in animal welfare from multiple disciplines across the University of Guelph campus. A wide range of topics related to animal welfare, animal ethics and the role of animals in society are presented with talks and posters.

SAWA 2016 Management Conference, June 15th - 17th

Networking and sharing best practices, along with presentations on topics such as donor retention, emotional intelligence, crisis management, transportation best practices and handling large scale cruelty cases are all part of this year’s agenda.

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PIJAC Canada Celebrates 25 Years

The 'Voice' of the Canadian pet industry is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2013. The Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council (PIJAC) of Canada is a not for profit, member based organization that advocates on behalf of the Canadian pet industry, while acting as a credible source of information and education for pet related businesses. 

In 1988, a handful of companies banded together to fight an unfair proposed animal control bylaw in Toronto. From their victory, PIJAC Canada was formed. Since then, the organization has seen significant changes in the industry, most notably, the evolvement of pets as family members.

This year also marks the 25th anniversary of the National Pet Industry Trade Show. Beginning with 50 booths, the show has grown into an industry institution with 408 exhibitors at the 2012 show. ExpoZoo, the Western Pet Expo and the Calgary Pet Industry Trade Show were gradually added to the roster to service other areas of the country and industry. The purpose of the events has been to provide a forum for manufacturers and distributors to showcase the latest in pet care to retail and service providers. 

PIJAC Canada's advocacies on behalf of pets and pet owners has contributed to many industry successes. Last year, PIJAC began a campaign called "Animal Welfare is Everyone's Business" to showcase examples of how the industry focuses on the wellbeing of pets. 

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