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For 2011, it is estimated that $50.84 billion will be spent on our pets in the U.S.

Estimated Breakdown:

Food $19.53 billion
Supplies/OTC Medicine $11.4 billion
Vet Care $14.11 billion
Live animal purchases $2.15 billion
Pet Services: grooming & boarding $3.65 billion


Actual Sales within the U.S. Market in 2010

In 2010, $48.35 billion was spent on our pets in the U.S.

Breakdown:

Food $18.76 billion
Supplies/OTC Medicine $10.94 billion
Vet Care $13.01 billion
Live animal purchases $2.13 billion
Pet Services: grooming & boarding $3.51 billion


Source >>>> http://www.americanpetproducts.org/press_industrytrends.asp