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The French pet industry increased turnover in 2023, with e-commerce booming

The number of pets totaled 75.1 million nationwide, reaching pre-Covid levels.

Global Pet Industry

6 Jun 2024

Mixlab expands business to large animals

The vet pharmacy start-up recently acquired NexGen Animal Health to meet the rising demand.

Pet Care

6 Jun 2024

Where are the most pet-friendly rentals in the US?

New research unveils the state of play when it comes to renting an apartment with furry friends.

Trends & Insights

5 Jun 2024

Fressnapf goes paperless, stops distributing printed leaflets

Starting in July, the German pet retailer will communicate with its customers exclusively via digital means.

Retail, Online & DTC

5 Jun 2024

SPONSORED by Beneo

Functional ingredients as a natural support for weight management in pets

Discover how innovative ingredients like chicory root fibers can help your products support weight and metabolic health in dogs, addressing the growing concerns of pet owners.

Ingredients

5 Jun 2024

Australian pet store chain acquires Petstock’s locations

PetO adds 41 stores and 25 veterinary clinics to its portfolio, becoming the third biggest pet retailer in the country.

Retail, Online & DTC

4 Jun 2024

SPONSORED by Zolux S.A.S.

Strong momentum for Zolux group in 2023

With 90 years of experience, Zolux, a leading French brand and pioneer in the pet sector, simplifies, brightens up and reinvents the daily lives of pets and their owners.

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Butternut Box and PsiBufet add new production site in Poland

The British and Polish pet food manufacturers want to enhance their distribution capabilities in Europe.

Pet Food

4 Jun 2024

More cats, same number of dogs: pet ownership in Austria in 2024

As many as 46% of households in the country have at least 1 pet. GlobalPETS shares the latest industry figures.

Global Pet Industry

3 Jun 2024

Enifer raises €36 million to introduce fungi-based solutions to the pet industry

The Finnish biotech start-up highlights that this protein is essential for a more sustainable food chain.

News

3 Jun 2024

Nearly 8 out of 10 sales at Chewy come from repeat customers

The American online pet retailer sold 3.1% more in the 3 months to 28 April 2024.

Retail, Online & DTC

31 May 2024

These were the top dog breeds in 2023

The French Bulldog has been named the most popular breed 2 years in a row in the US. What’s the reason behind it?

Trends & Insights

31 May 2024

SPONSORED by Pet Fair Asia

Pet Fair Asia – a platform that gives direct access to China’s multibillion pet market

Pet Fair Asia is the largest exhibition for the pet industry across Asia-Pacific and one of the largest in the world. Its 26th edition will take place in Shanghai from 21st to 25th August 2024.

Global Pet Industry

30 May 2024

Will the UK impose maximum vet prescription fees?

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched an investigation of the national vet market amid competition and price concerns.

Pet Care

30 May 2024

Pets at Home nears £2 billion in yearly consumer revenue

The profit of the British pet retailer drops due to the weaker performance of accessories.

Retail, Online & DTC

30 May 2024

Pet inflation: How Canadians feel about rising costs

A recent survey suggests that pet parents in the country are paying this year up to 200% more for pet food. GlobalPETS dives into the data.

Trends & Insights

29 May 2024

What we know about Purina’s new investment in Mexico

Nestlé will inject more than $200 million to expand the capacity of its pet food production in the country.

Pet Food

28 May 2024

Brazilian pet industry hits $13.8 billion in 2023

Pet food accounts for over half of the industry’s business, while the pet care and vet sectors increased turnover.

Global Pet Industry

28 May 2024

A loss-making business: CVS Group halts Dutch and Irish operations

The British vet care provider wants to focus on its home market and Australia.

Pet Care

27 May 2024

US government grants $2.8 million to enhance pet food exports

The scheme is aimed at expanding the footprint of pet players in high-potential regions.

News

27 May 2024

Bill to centralize regulation of pet food products in the US is stuck in Congress

The sponsors of the PURR Act, which would regulate the marketing and labeling of pet products in the US at a federal level, want the proposal to be voted on by December.

Pet Food

24 May 2024