Many of the pet services in Chicago caters for the busy lifestyle of its residents. Pet stores in Chicago have glamorous pet supplies and health food.

A report titled, "Examining the Impact of Food Deserts on Public Health in Chicago," is believed to be the first to examine the correlation between population and the access to food in supermarkets. Further, this report follows past research by Gallagher looking at the distribution of chain supermarkets in Chicago and access to grocery stores.