Pawexpo is the new pet trade show designed to meet the growing demands of the pet-buying market and will run alongside Glee for 2020.

Launched at a special drinks reception at this year’s Glee, the Pet & Animal Wellbeing Expo (Pawexpo) will support suppliers and retailers across this rapidly expanding industry, helping to maximise sales and revenue opportunities while adopting a personal touch to the pet trade show experience with a fully curated showcase.

The UK Pet market at a glance:

• According to AMA Research, the total UK pet market was valued at £6.5billion in 2017, when the pet market accounted for 1.8% of the UK retail market.
• Analysts have predicted “modest but continued steady growth” in the pet market – with a value of £7billion forecast for 2020-21.

Pawexpo will offer a fresh look at pet products and accessories. Pet care, wellbeing, premier and luxury products will take centre stage, showcasing brands that cover everything from food and health, to accessories, technology and retail solutions.

Matthew Mein, Glee and Pawexpo’s Event Director, said: “The way our pets are integrated into our lives has changed exponentially in recent years. Animals are no longer regarded as pets, but as one of the family, and it is this that is driving category growth, and why we have seen unprecedented levels of premium and artisan products launched over the past five years, projecting luxury pet goods into the mainstream market.

"Pet owners are willing to offer animals their own products and unique items, which often carry a higher price tag. This is a great opportunity for retailers who want to optimise this long-term potential, and to offer a new generation of pet products.

"At Pawexpo everything retailers need to create a strong and future-facing retail experience – from core products to exciting gifting ranges – is presented under one roof, at a time of year when ranges for the following season are most commonly selected.

"Pawexpo is an exciting prospect, and one that we are looking forward to bringing to market.”

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