JFPS Editorial Team

Lacey Act pet products rules decide whether your wooden cat tree clears the border. See the declaration test, data to collect, and penalties for 2026.

Wholesale cat toys reward stores that buy narrow and deep. See the 2026 category data, assortment split, safety checks and reorder rules that protect margin.

Pet store tax deductions cover rent, payroll, freight, card fees and inventory, but only if your books prove them. See the IRS records checklist for 2026.

A customs protest is the formal way to dispute a CBP duty bill. Learn the 180-day deadline, how review works, and what to write. Start with this guide today.

Wholesale pet bowls pay off when you get material, size and price ladder right. See how to stock feeding accessories that win back share from online.

Exempt vs non-exempt employees decide whether your store owes overtime. Learn the salary and duties tests, then audit your roster before the holiday rush.

A customs bonded warehouse can defer duty for up to five years on imported pet goods. Learn the withdrawal rules, bond duties and when it beats drawback.

Human grade pet products carry a legal meaning under AAFCO rules. See what the claim requires, what NIQ sales data shows, and how to vet a supplier.

Compare small business loans for pet stores, from SBA 7(a) terms up to $5M to working capital lines of credit, and see what lenders ask for in 2026.