6 Ways Pet Stores Can Execute eCommerce (And How It Drives More Local Sales)
A customer searches for a specific dog food brand, finds it in stock at a nearby store, places the order in seconds, and picks it up that afternoon.
The 5 Biggest Trends and Takeaways We Saw at Global Pet Expo 2026
Global Pet Expo 2026 gave us a clear view into where pet retail is heading. After spending time walking the floor, talking with retailers, and seeing which booths stayed consistently packed, a few patterns stood out.
Demand Forecasting for Retail: What It Is and How to Do It Right
Inventory is often the single biggest asset on a specialty retailer’s balance sheet. Get forecasting wrong, and you’re either sitting on dead stock burning cash or out of stock, losing sales you may ...
Top Pet Industry Trade Shows and Events to Attend in 2026
Trade shows give pet retailers a chance to see what’s next for the industry — from new products and emerging brands to fresh ideas for merchandising and store operations. They’re also a great place ...
How to Choose the Best Retail POS System for Your Business
If you’re researching how to choose the best retail POS system, you’re probably already feeling the pressure. Your current system might be limiting visibility, creating inventory headaches, or making ...
How Independent Pet Retailers Can Compete with Online Giants Like Chewy
Pet retail giants have deep pockets. They invest heavily in advertising, fast shipping, and subscription programs that make reordering effortless. But when you’re running an independent pet business, ...
What Is an Inventory Cycle Count? Benefits & Best Practices
Ever walked into the stockroom and had a feeling the numbers were off? You’re not alone. It happens more than most retailers like to admit.
Penny Rounding on Cash Transactions: How FieldStack Makes It Easy
The penny elimination raised a lot of questions for retailers: How should rounding be applied? Where should it live in the transaction? And how do you implement it without affecting pricing or ...
How to Increase Sales in Retail: 10 Strategies for In-Store and eCommerce Growth
Retail has changed a lot over the past five years. Shoppers constantly move between browsing online, visiting stores, checking their phones for options, and deciding whether to pick up items or have ...
4 Pet Store Inventory Management Questions Every Owner Should Ask
Running a pet store is rewarding. But let’s be honest, it’s not always easy. One day, your shelves look full and tidy, and the next, a customer asks for a product you didn’t know was out of stock. ...