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Thank You for an Incredible CONNECT 2026
Thank you to the retailers, groomers, distributors, manufacturers, service providers, and pet professionals who joined us March 4 and 5, 2026 at CONNECT in Niagara Falls.
Over two incredible days, the Canadian pet industry came together to share ideas, discover new products, attend education sessions, and build the relationships that continue to move our industry forward. From the busy show floor to the CONNECT Tool Box vendors and networking events, the energy and collaboration made this year’s event truly special.
CONNECT has always been built by pet professionals for pet professionals, and it is your participation, passion, and commitment to the industry that make the event what it is.
Thank you for being part of CONNECT. We look forward to seeing you again next year.
Paul Ford
"Connect truly delivers. It’s a standout event for high-quality conversations, intentional networking, and a genuine sense of community.
Everything runs seamlessly thanks to the Team Connect crew, who go above and beyond to support attendees. Plus, the experience is top-notch with great food, comfortable carpeted aisles, and social events that perfectly bring everyone together."
Craig MacIntyre
"An absolute success and blast at the Connect Pet Expo! Unmatched networking opportunities and such excellent energy. The professionalism and support from Grant, and his team at Connect make it a perfect venue and experience to connect with new prospects, educate for stronger retail, and catch up with current and old partners. Highly recommend for anyone in the Pet Industry sector to attend."
Codie Bonner
"Connect Pet Expo offers a truly valuable and refreshing experience. The environment allows for meaningful, one-on-one time with brands, creating space for real conversations, thoughtful questions, and stronger relationship building. The overall atmosphere is welcoming, collaborative, and genuinely supportive of the pet specialty community. It’s an event that prioritizes connection and quality interactions".
Jennifer Murray
“One of the qualities that makes Connect stand out is its accessibility. The show operates without membership fees, making it easier for new entrepreneurs and emerging brands to enter the market and present their ideas alongside more established companies. This open structure encourages innovation and provides smaller businesses with a platform to introduce new concepts to retailers.”
Riley Card
"Connect Pet Expo was a great experience for us, especially being a newer business. It was really well organized, and we were able to make some strong connections with retailers that actually made sense for us. Overall, it felt like a show that delivered real value and helped us keep building momentum."
Connect:
A B2B pet trade event celebrating the Canadian pet industry hosted and created with a team that is 100% built with individuals and vendors from the Canadian Pet Industry.
Weruva Acquires Cat Person
Weruva International, Inc., a Natick, Mass.-based pet food manufacturer, has acquired Cat Person, a direct-to-consumer (DTC) brand offering high-quality meal plans to cats and their owners. This acquisition marks a significant step for Weruva as it aims to expand its footprint further and build upon its legacy of producing high-quality pet foods, according to company officials.
"Adding this popular brand to our portfolio aligns perfectly with our “more food, more bowls” philosophy, strengthening our commitment to the health and happiness of pets everywhere,” said David Forman, Weruva president. “This strategic move not only positions us to gain invaluable insights into the successful DTC model that Cat Person has assembled, but our strength and relationships with brick-and-mortar retailers also fills in a gap for the Cat Person brand.”
During this transition period following the acquisition, Cat Person customers can expect the same level of quality and service they have grown accustomed to, now broadened to include an even wider range of exceptional pet food options from Weruva, officials said. The ordering process and the quality of goods delivered to consumers will continue to uphold the same standards that customers have come to expect and trust, officials added.
Cat Person customers are encouraged to follow Weruva's social media channels and subscribe to their email list to stay updated on developments in this acquisition. Weruva will continue to update all customers as more details become available.
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