In 2025, an estimated 95 million households had at least one pet. Add to that the fact that there were $158 billion in pet industry expenditures, and it’s clear that furry friends have an impact on the economy. We’ll show you how to capture this buying power with the most effective retail displays for pet stores.

At McIntyre Displays, we understand that competition is fierce. The retail display for pet stores needs to stand out and rise above the noise of a crowded marketplace. That’s why our dedication to detail helps you capture sales, promote your brand messaging and turn casual shoppers into loyal customers. We’d love to know more about your project. Let’s talk!

Why Are Retail Displays Important for Pet Stores?

While shopping for pets involves buying practical items (food, water dishes, leashes), impulse buying also comes into play. Retail displays for pet stores are critical because they:

• Help draw attention to your product in a highly competitive environment
• Introduce shoppers to new items
• Reinforce your brand

End cap displays in particular are also incredibly effective at housing high-margin products and capturing shoppers’ attention. 

As we mentioned earlier, displays are particularly adept at grabbing the attention of impulse buyers. If you’re not utilizing these pet store displays to maximize impulse purchases, your bottom line is suffering. 

After all, it’s hard to ignore statistics like these:

• 92% of shoppers have a history of impulse buying, and 54% have spent more than $100 on an impulse buy. 
• 36% of Americans note that the majority of their purchases were not planned. 

What Materials Are Pet Store Displays Made Of?

At McIntyre Displays, we create pet store displays using a variety of materials, including:

• Wire/metal
• Wood
• Corrugated cardboard (POP displays)
• Acrylic/plastic
• Molded plastic

When considering materials for your retail display for a pet store, remember that sustainable materials are important because they may win points with pet owners. Pet owners care about the environment and up to 26% of them are more likely to buy “green” products.

What Are the Best Displays to Use for Treats and Other Pet Food Items?

Pet food and treats remain the largest share of purchases. While the best display depends upon the size of the product, in general, the best displays to use are:

• End cap displays: These are perfect for seasonal items or new launches. 
• Checkout/impulse displays: We’ve already reviewed the purchasing power of the impulse buyer. These checkout displays help shift those statistics in your favor.
• Gravity feeds: These can be used if you need to scoop your own treats.

What Types of Displays Should Be Used for Heavy Pet Products?

Litter and food can come in bags that clock in anywhere from 20 to 50 pounds. Some regular displays won’t support this weight and can create safety issues for customers who try to take them from top shelves. Likewise, carriers and crates can tip the scales, also making them too heavy for many types of POP displays. Therefore, for these items you should consider:

• Pallet/floor displays
• Heavy-duty shelving

In certain cases, it may be better to place the items on the floor. Just be sure there is display signage that points the shopper in the right direction so they can easily find what they need. 

McIntyre Displays Has the Solutions You Need for Effective Pet Store Retail Displays

When you need to stand out from the competition, let our creative designers and engineers steer you toward success. For decades, we’ve built our reputation on award-winning work, a talented workforce and an uncompromising dedication to customer service. These are just a few of the reasons we have so many loyal customers.

Do you have a complete vision or just a few ideas you’ve scribbled on a piece of paper? Either way, we’d love to hear more about your project and how we can make it come to life. Let’s get started.