[ industry ]
Logistics for the
Pet Industry
Move your pet products smarter and faster with specialized logistics built for the pet industry.
[ pain points ]
Challenges for Pet Product Supply Chains
Distribution Networks Get Messy
Selling through multiple channels (big box, eCommerce, and distributors) creates more moving parts than most systems can track. When updates don’t sync, shipments double or disappear entirely. Centralized pet product distribution connects order flow across systems so inventory moves the way it should.
Inventory Gaps Lead to Spoilage and Stockouts
Inventory for pet products moves quickly. Missed rotations or poor visibility can turn products stale or leave shelves bare. Live inventory tracking and temperature monitoring prevent waste and help you respond to real demand before problems build up.
Product Variety Overwhelms Fulfillment
From 50-pound feed bags to small toys and treats, product variety complicates storage. Packing the wrong way slows every shipment and damages fragile goods. Zoned storage and smart slotting organize flow so fulfillment runs clean and quick.
Label Errors Turn Into Costly Recalls
Wrong labels or missing batch info can trigger recalls that hurt both profit and trust. Fixing it by hand drains resources. Automated lot tracking and barcode verification catch mistakes before shipment and keep traceability tight when audits happen.
Compliance Slip-Ups Lead to Bigger Losses
Pet food safety standards are unforgiving. But staying compliant across warehouses and carriers is tough without structure. Built-in temperature logs and regulated handling protocols keep every shipment within spec from storage to delivery.
Rising Freight and Labor Costs Shrink Margins
Fuel and wage hikes can erase profit overnight. The longer it takes to load, the more you lose on every mile. Route optimization and cross-trained teams cut dwell time and labor waste without compromising service.
Broad, Scalable Network
Our integrated network of fulfillment facilities are strategically located in key shipping hubs, enabling you to deliver to 95% of the U.S. population with 2-day ground shipping and deliver a customized experience at high speed for the lowest possible cost.
95%
of the U.S. population with 2-day ground shipping
Reno
250,000+ sq. ft. omnichannel fulfillment footprint
1–2 day shipping to all major markets in the Western US
Tax-friendly state with no inventory tax
Indianapolis
703,000 sq. ft. large-scale fulfillment footprint
1–2 day shipping to 74% of the U.S. population
Strategic national parcel and truckload carrier hub
Greater Toronto Area
75,000 sq. ft. omnichannel operation
1–2 day shipping to Greater Toronto Area & Ontario
Integrated parcel management network
Carriers We Ship With
We ship with all major carriers, as well as all major regional and national LTL carriers.
Industry Credentials
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Inbound Logistics Top 100 3PL Provider
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‘Excellence in Service’ Award from Isometric Technologies
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4 time winner of Sam’s Club 3Pl of the Year, including 2024
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Multichannel Merchant’s Top 3PLs
[ case study ]
Adaptive Driver Model Cuts Fees and Improves Visibility
A leading pet food manufacturer was incurring excessive assessorial fees with other transportation providers, driving up delivery costs and creating billing disputes. Legacy restructured operations using a hybrid network of asset and non-asset drivers, shifting from live loads to live drops to allow inspection time without detention charges. With improved communication protocols, documented dispute handling, and revamped reporting, visibility increased and unnecessary costs disappeared.
The Results:
- Eliminated costly assessorial fees across operations
- Improved shipment visibility with upgraded reporting methods
- Recognized as a Top 50 Carrier for Excellence in Service by ISO
- Strengthened communication and documentation for faster dispute resolution
[ our services ]
Supply Chain Services for Pet Product
The pet industry is booming, driven by a rise in pet ownership and growing demand for specialized products. But with rapid growth come logistical hurdles.
Overcoming these challenges requires support from an experienced third-party logistics provider. Explore our logistics solutions for the pet industry.
Omnichannel Fulfillment
Reach all customers — wholesalers, distributors, retailers and consumers — with end-to-end fulfillment.
Value-Added Services
Fully customize how shipments are prepared with value-added services that add personalization without unnecessary costs or complexity.
Transportation Solutions
Move pet food and supplies quickly and safely through an optimized transportation network.
[ stats ]
Performance Metrics for Pet Products
98%
On-Time Pickup
99.5%
Inventory Accuracy
99.9%
Order Accuracy
99.6%
On-Time Shipping
98%
Delivery Accuracy
[ innovation ]
Tech That Performs.
People Who Deliver.
Our connected platform gives you real-time visibility across your supply chain. Integrated systems surface the right data at the right time to drive better performance, even when plans change.
[ tier 1 wms ]
Keep track of everything and increase efficiency.
Manhattan SCALE WMS improves efficiency, offers real-time visibility, and integrates with any platform.
[ custom oms ]
Route orders the smart way.
Instead of guessing, a custom order system shows you the fastest and cheapest way to ship.
[ tms platform ]
More flexibility. Lower freight cost.
We tailor each TMS to fit your operation. From carrier vetting to shipment tracking, it’s optimized for your benefit.
[ customer web portal ]
Your whole supply chain, in one tab.
View inventory, track orders, update documents, and manage billing 24/7.
[ edi platform ]
Everything stays connected.
Our EDI links your systems with ours and your partners’ for smooth, accurate data flow across the chain.
[ rfid tracking ]
Know what’s where, automatically.
RFID updates your system live, so you can be confident in your numbers.
[ supply chain visibility tools ]
See problems before they hit.
When a delay or stock issue is coming, you’ll know early and have time to pivot.
[ predictive analytics & ai ]
Plan smarter, not harder.
AI tools spot trends and forecast what’s next, so your inventory and labor plans match reality.
[ automation solutions ]
Let tech do the repeat work.
From sortation to packing, automation boosts throughput without adding headcount.
[ 6 river systems cobots ]
Faster, accurate order fulfillment.
Innovative cobots allow pickers to speed up fulfillment and reduce walking, searching, and error.
[ last-mile intelligence ]
Smarter routing. Happier customers.
Real-time last-mile data helps you avoid missed windows, improve delivery accuracy, and keep service levels high.
[ case study ]
Scaling Fulfillment and Beating Productivity Targets by 21.6%
A Canadian retailer and B2B distributor needed to scale ecommerce and in-store fulfillment without a major capital investment. Rapid growth put pressure on inventory visibility and financial tracking.
An omnichannel strategy was implemented to optimize inventory across brick and mortar and online channels, with full visibility into performance and financial tracking. The solution enabled high-volume ecommerce fulfillment and scalable infrastructure with minimal capital investment.
Results
- Fulfilled over 1,000 ecommerce orders per day
- Exceeded forecast volume by an average of 113.2% year-over-year for four consecutive years
- Surpassed productivity targets by an average of 21.6%