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Global Pet Expo

 March 25-27, 2026

Global Pet Expo, presented by the American Pet Products Association (APPA) and Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA), is the premier international gathering for the pet industry featuring the newest, most innovative pet products on the market today. 

In 2026, Global Pet Expo will take place March 25-27 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The Show will connect pet products manufacturers, importers, distributors, retailers, thought leaders and creative minds. This show is not open to the general public.

Interested in exhibiting? Stay tuned for the 2026 Booth Application details.  Companies must be an APPA or PIDA member to be eligible to exhibit. [Interested in joining PIDA, click here. Pet Product Manufacturers must be a member of APPA and Associates, Distributors and Pet Wholesalers must be a member of PIDA to exhibit.]

Interested in attending? Global Pet Expo is open to independent retailers, distributors, mass-market buyers, and qualified members of the media. Stay tuned for the Buyer registration and Media registration details. 

For more information, visit www.globalpetexpo.org.

 

 

 

 

Global Learning Series takes place across four days, from March 25-27, 2026.

Global Pet Expo's Global Learning Series offers FREE educational opportunities for all attendees including retailers, distributors, and manufacturers in six educational tracks:

  • Customer Experience – A positive customer experience is crucial for building loyalty, fostering brand advocates, and increasing a company’s competitive advantage. Learn how to keep loyal customers and gain new ones.
  • Growing Your Business -  Whether you’re starting out or need a refresher, growing your business requires an array of skills, including strategy, planning, finance, accounting, profitability and more.
  • HR & Leadership Success – As your business grows, so will your team. Leadership personal development can help you refine your leadership style, improve team dynamics, and manage business growth effectively.
  • Industry Insights – What to plan for in 2025 and beyond, including the latest data in pet ownership, regulatory insights, and industry updates.
  • Innovation & Technology – Stay ahead of the curve by learning about emerging technologies and innovative trends within the pet industry.
  • PR & Marketing – Enhance your brand identity and elevate your business marketing strategy. In today’s competitive landscape, PR and marketing are more essential than ever for success.

Stay tuned for more information go to www.globalpetexpo.org/education. 

Speaker applications for Global Pet Expo 2026 to open this summer. 

Please send questions to Nina Bull at nbull@pida.org. 

Pida Programs

  • Global Pet Expo
  • PetStorePro
  • Pet Industry Leadership Summit

Pida Partners

  • BEAK
  • Pets Classroom
  • pgn
  • Pet Advocacy Network
  • Petstore Day
  • habri