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Canadian Industry Statistics (CIS)

Definition
Pet and Pet Supplies Stores (NAICS 45391)

Under this topic you will find the North American Industry Classification System definition of the Pet and Pet Supplies Stores (NAICS 45391) industry. You can use this definition to properly identify the segment of the industry you wish to study further in other sections of Canadian Industry Statistics.




Definition of the Industry

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing pets, pet food and pet supplies. These establishments may also provide pet grooming services.

Example Activities:

  • Animal foods, pet, retail
  • Cages for pet animals, retail
  • Fish tanks (for pets), retail
  • Pet animal care equipment and supplies, retail
  • Pet animals, retail
  • Pet food stores, retail
  • Pet shops, retail

Exclusions

Establishments primarily engaged in:

  • providing veterinary services (54194, Veterinary Services)
  • providing pet grooming and boarding services (81291, Pet Care (except Veterinary) Services)