Updated with second-quarter clinical visit data and the 2026 State of the Cat household survey, the CATalyst Council’s demographic forecast for U.S. veterinary clinical visits points to a continued −2% to -1% contraction through 2035. The second edition is available in slide presentation format.
PetSmart’s latest ranking of the nation’s most cat-loving cities highlights where feline adoption and consumer spending are strongest, offering animal health companies, veterinary marketers and pet brands a fresh look at markets with highly engaged cat owners.
Researchers from the Waltham Petcare Science Institute and collaborators have validated a new questionnaire designed to help veterinarians and cat owners better assess feline quality of life.
A new global report from Hill’s Pet Nutrition emphasizes kittenhood as a pivotal developmental period, with updated guidance on nutrition, preventive care, and shelter support.
AAHA has published updated feline diabetes guidelines, highlighting SGLT2 inhibitors, expanded CGM use, and a shift toward clinical outcomes over tight glycemic control.
SiiPet is promoting proactive feline health monitoring through a limited-time spring initiative, lowering the cost of its AI-powered LitterLens system as seasonal health risks rise.
New data from Best Friends Animal Society indicates that the number of cats killed in U.S. animal shelters has dropped by nearly 75 percent over the past 10 years, reflecting major gains in adoption, community cat programs, and foster care initiatives.
Early findings from the CATalyst 2026 State of the Cat Report show that millions of cats are missing routine veterinary care, representing an estimated $34 billion in unrealized annual revenue for veterinary practices.
Authorization allows veterinarians to use NexGard® and NexGard® COMBO to treat New World screwworm infestations amid spread in Mexico.
Cats now represent nearly one in four U.S. veterinary visits, outperforming the broader market and revealing a $34 billion total addressable opportunity, according to CATalyst Council.
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