Wholesale Pet Supplies

Wholesale pet supplies aren't just reserved for retailers. Consumers can also benefit from deep discounts offered by wholesale distributors. Many companies have online stores. Although some have a minimum order requirement and a few only sell to dealers, retailers, and veterinary offices, most wholesale pet suppliers sell directly to consumers.

  1. Types

    • You can buy any type of pet item, including many vaccines, at wholesale prices. Some wholesale companies specialize in certain items, such as grooming supplies or veterinary supplies, and some specialize in supplies for certain kinds of animals, such as horses, farm animals or pets.

    Features

    • Wholesale pet supplies, especially toys, may be packaged in larger quantities and sold at a bulk rate. The cost per toy is much lower than the retail price, but shoppers must buy the whole package. However, many companies also sell individual items at a low discount. Wholesale pet supply companies sell to retailers or to dealers who then distribute to retailers. Some require an individual or store to spend a minimum dollar amount. Even with this requirement, however, consumers can save money from buying pet toys, clothing, accessories and other non-perishable items in bulk.

    Function

    • Pet supply retailers buy toys, treats, food, and accessories in bulk quantities wholesale and mark up the price in order to make a profit. A sweater for a dog that may retail for $12.99, for instance, may only cost $5.99 wholesale. The tiered pricing system works because many consumers are willing to pay extra for convenience. Often it is simply less time consuming and less of a hassle to drop in at a local retailer to purchase a few pet items than to order wholesale online.

    Warning

    • When shipping is not free, the cost of buying small quantities of pet supplies wholesale is often the same as buying locally from a retail store. In addition, even when companies do not have a minimum order requirement, they add a small fee to orders that fall below a specified dollar amount.

    Considerations

    • Competition is great among wholesalers. This means you'll save money if you shop around to compare prices before making your purchase. Shipping costs can add up, but many companies offer free shipping for purchases above a certain dollar amount. Buying some pet supplies wholesale can save you a lot of money and time. Watch for sales. Like retail stores, wholesale pet supply companies often discount items to get rid of extra inventory.