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Analysis: Pet food makers step up in quality assurance and food safety
With 47% of food and beverage manufacturers increasing investment, traceability, analytical testing and digitalisation are gaining traction.
Tractor Supply’s pet business grows 5% in Q3 as sales trends improve
The US retailer is expanding its digital offering and pet services to improve category performance and gain market share.
Pet brands and retailers tap into the Halloween spending spree
Pet costume spending in the US is projected to rise 7% in 2026, according to the National Retail Federation (NRF).
Zooplus expands marketplace offer in Spain, with more markets planned for 2027
The platform complements direct relationships with major suppliers while giving smaller and local brands another route to pet parents across Europe.
Nestlé: Cat food and therapeutics support Q3 performance
Real internal growth for Purina accelerated to 4.3%, while pricing turned positive as the category gained market share across regions.
Swedencare’s pharma and dental growth offsets US weakness in Q3
The pet care group aims to return to double-digit organic growth in the last quarter of 2026 despite challenges in North America.
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Pet food and packaging: sustainability is no longer optional
EU packaging legislation is setting new demands for materials, design and production across the pet food sector.
Mexico: New retail formats and players gain ground
The number of pet-related businesses has increased 57.2% since 2019, as pharmacy chains and e-commerce players intensify competition.
Fressnapf | Maxi Zoo reorganizes operations in the Benelux
The retailer brings 144 stores under shared leadership, strengthening cross-border cooperation across purchasing, marketing and e-commerce.
Four in five US rental operators report an increase in pet-owning tenants
Despite additional repair expenses, property managers report benefits from welcoming pets, including more rental applications and stronger lease renewals.
Pet food players rethink pricing as shoppers seek better value
Smaller entry packs, bulk formats and revised price points are helping manufacturers navigate shifting shopping habits without losing sight of profitability.
How mainstream brands are using collaborations to connect with pet owners
Companies across food, fashion, beauty and lifestyle are entering the pet space through limited editions, collaborations and dedicated product ranges.
HR alert (II): CEO changes and leadership reshuffles across the pet industry
General Mills, Sonae, Mars Pet Nutrition and MicroHarvest announce succession plans, an interim appointment and changes to their executive structures.
