There are several trends that have helped determine the market for pet products in general and on eBay. Understanding these trends can help you know what products to buy and sell. The pet niche is very popular - many items are consumable (must be replaced on a regular basis), consumers with more disposable income tend to lavish their pets, and spoiling a pet is just fun. Add pet products to your list of products to sell online.
One of the biggest trends is owners who travel with their pets. People don’t want to leave their pets behind, so they buy products that will make the trip easier - from strollers to climate controlled carriers. And the more stylish the items are, the happier they are.
Another very popular product to sell online is luxury pet products. It has grown tremendously and is the top seller in pet products. People will pay very large amounts of money to insure that their pets get the best products possible. Customers who shop for luxury pet products are normally well to do and will typically buy sets of products - such as matching sweaters (for pet and human) and a matching carrier. But don’t limit yourself to clothing and carriers - people are now purchasing pet perfume, jeweled collars, indoor pet bathrooms (that run several hundred dollars), shoes for their dogs, costumes, spa products, pet nail polish, etc.
Even for those with smaller budgets, pet clothing is very popular. Many people purchase (sometimes designer) clothing for their pets. No matter what style people want, it can be found.
Eco friendly items are also popular. Offering eco friendly and organic products can be a great way to reach more buyers, as many people are looking for these items (and are willing to spend more to get them).
Finally, make sure you don’t limit yourself to only “traditional” pets. Exotic pets are also gaining in popularity - pets such as ferrets, rats, gerbils, chinchillas, pot belly pigs, fish, reptiles, turtles, etc. These pet owners are also looking for products for their pets, so be sure not to leave them out.
Looking for more products to sell online? Check out these resources:
10 Niche Products to Sell on eBay
Niche Product Finder
List of 395 eBay Friendly Wholesale Suppliers
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