Sep 02, 2026
On March 26, 2025, the world’s premier pet industry event, Global Pet Expo 2025, opened grandly at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, USA. As one of the largest and most influential professional trade shows in the global pet industry, this year’s expo attracted industry elites from over 60 countries and regions worldwide, creating an unprecedented atmosphere.
According to data released by the organizers, the American Pet Products Association (APPA) and the Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA):
Over 1,000 exhibiting brands participated
More than 3,500 booths were set up
Over 20,000 professional visitors attended
This year’s expo introduced new features, including specialized exhibition zones, keynote speaker series, and exclusive industry insights, providing comprehensive empowerment for industry professionals. Pete Scott, President and CEO of the American Pet Products Association (APPA), stated:
"Global Pet Expo has always been the gold standard for innovation, business collaboration, and top-tier education in the pet industry. This year, we have added specialized zones and educational programs, further fulfilling our commitment to empowering industry professionals. With the release of the latest trends and product innovations, APPA is honored to continue serving as the core platform for business development and thought leadership in the industry."
Highlights of Global Pet Expo 2025
01 Upgraded Specialized Zones
The expo showcased newly designed specialized zones:
Aquatics & Exotics Pavilion
Focused on the entire supply chain of aquatics and reptiles, covering everything from freshwater and saltwater decorations to reptile enclosures and filtration equipment. For the first time, an AR virtual pet-keeping experience was introduced, blending reality and virtuality to showcase the world of exotic creatures.
Pet Sustainability Zone
An upgraded specialized area for 2025, featuring certified companies from the Pet Sustainability Coalition, providing one-stop services for visitors seeking sustainable pet brands.
Start-Up Pavilion
Located within the What’s New section, showcasing innovative ideas and highlighting emerging brands in the industry.
02 More Thought Leadership Content
Multiple stages created a knowledge feast:
Spotlight Stage
Insightful panel discussions, product launches, and award ceremonies took place in succession.
Catalyst Stage
Network with suppliers and gain insights from top pet industry suppliers.
Sustainability Theater
Led by the Pet Sustainability Coalition, offering projects and educational activities related to sustainability in the pet industry.
Tails of Joy
In collaboration with partners such as the Animal Policy Group and HABRI, showcasing the positive impact of pets on societal well-being.
03 New Keynote Speaker Series
This year, Global Pet Expo introduced a new keynote speaker series, creating more opportunities for learning and networking for pet industry professionals.
Key Forum Schedule Highlights
Wednesday, March 27, 9:00 AM | Main Stage (S320)
Bert Jacobs, CEO and co-founder of Life is Good®, will share his entrepreneurial story of spreading the optimistic message “Life is Good” over the past 30 years.
Thursday, March 28, 8:00 AM | Main Stage (S320)
Tyler Mathisen, renowned CNBC anchor and Vice President of Event Strategy, will host the 2025 Pet Retailer Economic Outlook, discussing the impact of tariffs, interest rates, employment, and artificial intelligence on the economic outlook with industry leaders from Meijer, PetSmart, and more.
Chinese Exhibitors Shine at GPE
This year’s expo featured 12 national pavilions, with Chinese exhibitors standing out prominently. Over 200 Chinese companies participated, covering various categories such as food, supplies, medical products, and smart devices. Among them, the Chinese delegation organized by PSC Pet Expo became a focal point, with a dedicated image zone set up by PSC China to welcome procurement representatives from around the world.
Next, let’s take a look at the highlights from Chinese exhibitors:
During the expo, PSC also achieved breakthrough progress:
Collaborated with multiple overseas partners to organize buyer delegations to visit the Asia-Pacific (Guangzhou) Pet & Aquatic Expo (PSC） taking place from November 5–7 in Guangzhou.
Actively recruited buyers, with a large number of overseas professional buyers registering on-site, including major channel partners with procurement volumes exceeding tens of millions of dollars. Invitations were extended to procurement representatives to visit China in November.
PSC organizes and leads hundreds of companies to participate in overseas exhibitions and visits annually, helping businesses expand overseas markets and channels. In 2025, over 30 overseas expos are now open for registration!
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