China: Pet-friendly stores in Beijing see rising customer flow.

Storyline Pet-friendly stores in Beijing see rising customer flow Springtime in Beijing means pet owners and their furry friends are getting outside to enjoy the weather. At this pet-friendly coffee shop in the city, dogs run and play on artificial grass while their owners sip lattes. He Yiyin, customer： "As spring comes, I want to take my dog out for a walk. I saw this coffee shop online. We can walk dogs and have coffee and something to eat here." There are also specialty menu items geared to a canine's palette. Tian Ziyi, manager, coffee shop: "We pay close attention to pets' movements in a timely manner. We not only provide people with coffee, desserts and food, but also prepare fresh food for pets. So, both the customer flow and sales volume are increasing." China’s pet industry is growing. According to the 2026 China Pet Industry White Paper, there were 126 million pet dogs and cats in China's urban areas last year, creating a pet market worth about 45.4 billion U.S. dollars. The market is expected to expand further to 59 billion by 2028. [Restrictions: No access Chinese mainland]