NPP Journal

Holiday hours and service updates sign for NorthPoint Pets & Company

In-Store Updates

December 16, 2025/ NorthPoint Pets

Holiday hours and in-store updates for late December and early January.

Alyssa Trifone, NorthPoint Pets team member, smiling in the store

Meet the Team: Q&A with Alyssa Trifone

December 7, 2025/ NorthPoint Pets

Meet Alyssa! Her curiosity and care for all creatures, big and small, led her to NPP. She shares her journey, her favorite finds, and life with her pets.

Small Business Saturday sale at NorthPoint Pets with 9AM–Noon savings.

Black Friday Burnout? Shop Small & Save Big

November 23, 2025/ NorthPoint Pets

Shop Small Business Saturday at NorthPoint Pets with 9AM–Noon savings, free goodie bags, a cat-family bonus, and NPP Cash rewards all afternoon.

Closing early Sunday 11/16 at 3:00 PM

November 7, 2025/ NorthPoint Pets

It’s the one time each year our entire NorthPoint Pets team gets to sit down together, share a meal, and celebrate the people who make this place possible.

Dog on a leash during a winter walk in Connecticut, showing year-round flea and tick prevention.

Fleas & Ticks Don’t Take the Winter Off: What We Use

November 1, 2025/ Nicole R. Cammack

In Connecticut, fleas and ticks don’t take the winter off. We share the safe, effective products our team trusts to help keep your pets protected year-round.

Final NPP Blog Photo Pet costume event at NorthPoint Pets in Cheshire, CT during the 2025 Halloween Party

Halloween Party at NorthPoint Pets

October 23, 2025/ NorthPoint Pets

Stop by Saturday, November 1 for some spooky fun with your NPP team! Bring your pet in costume for a free goodie bag with purchase, snap a photo at our ghostly photo op, and grab a Spooky Mystery Bag with a bonus $10 in NPP Cash. Exclusions apply. Click to learn more

Modern pet food marketing creates more confusion than clarity for consumers.

Influencer Approved, Science Denied: Navigating the Pet Industry’s Marketing Maze

October 9, 2025/ Nicole R. Cammack

Petfood trends are driven by marketing, not science. Learn how to cut through the noise and choose products that actually support your pet’s health.

Considerations for Pet Food Bulk Buying and Shelf Life

May 4, 2020

As a pet owner, you're probably familiar with the idea of buying pet food in bulk. It can be a convenient way to save money and ensure you always have enough food for your beloved pets. However, with the current economic situation and the impact of the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus, it's important to reconsider this practice. While it's understandable to want to stock up on essentials, including pet food, there are some things to keep in mind.