The threat is no longer confined to the wild, but are sometimes in our own backyards. Sobering research from the Urban Coyote Research Project confirms that smaller dogs face a disproportionate and often fatal risk from urban predators. As the line between pet and family vanishes, this isn't just a statistic, but a call to action. This protective instinct is driving a seismic shift in the U.S. pet industry, with spending on proactive wellness set to reach $165 billion by 2026.
At the forefront of this new safety-first mindset is Illinois-based Raptor Shield, an innovator defining the preventative pet armor category with its technical, spike-free vests engineered for the modern, safety-conscious owner.
