Pet parents gravitate toward eco-friendly products for their beloved animals
Implications - More and more young pet parents are seeking out products that align with their vested interest in minimizing the ecological effects of consumer goods. Upcycled products are one especially popular way in which pet owners are approaching this need, and don't sacrifice aesthetic appeal in the name of sustainability, an approach which can be adopted in a variety of industries.
Trend Themes
1. Eco-friendly Pet Products - Consumers are seeking out eco-friendly products that minimize the ecological effects of consumer goods.
2. Upcycling Materials for Pet Products - Pet owners are gravitating towards upcycled materials as a sustainable approach to creating pet products.
3. Environmentally Conscious Pet Housing - The industry is focusing on creating environmentally friendly pet housing using sustainable and low environmental impact materials.
Industry Implications
1. Pet Industry - The pet industry can embrace sustainable methods and upcycling to create eco-friendlier pet products and housing.
2. Home Furnishing Industry - The use of recycled materials and upcycling methods found in pet products could inspire eco-friendlier practices in the home furnishing industry.
3. Architecture & Building Industry - The use of shipping containers and other recycled materials in environmentally conscious pet housing could inspire more sustainable practices in the architecture and building industry.
