Germany
HR alert: Top pet industry leadership changes
From pet food manufacturers to retailers, here are 8 companies that have recently made key leadership selections.
Trupanion expands to Germany and Switzerland
The American pet insurance provider is actively increasing its services to new regions as part of its growth plan.
Analysis: a new life for food waste in pet food?
Experimental projects in India, Australia and Germany are turning food scraps, meat waste and fungi into pet food.
Post-pandemic shifts in pet ownership
Worldwide, pet populations have significantly fluctuated since 2021. PETS International takes a look at what’s popular now among the world’s pet parents.
VAFO acquires majority share of Austrian manufacturer PetCo
The Czech group closes its second acquisition of the year to increase its foothold in the European premium pet food market.
Maxi Zoo opens 2 new stores in the Netherlands
Fressnapf is also converting existing Jumper stores across the country after the recent acquisition of the pet retailer.
Symrise reports dynamic growth for its pet food business
The company highlights the strong performance of the segment in the first six months of 2024 and plans to divest its aquaculture business this year.
Third acquisition of the year for The Nutriment Company
The pet food manufacturer is strengthening its German footprint with the addition of raw pet player PETMAN to its portfolio.
Most Interzoo exhibitors plan to participate again in 2026
As many as 97% of trade visitors noted that their visit to the pet trade fair was positive.
Arcaplanet-Fressnapf deal (II): From being a reference in Germany to becoming a European leader
The German pet retail group is taking a big step in Italy to continue pursuing its goal of capturing more of the European market.
Arcaplanet-Fressnapf deal (I): big expansion ambitions and sustainability goals
From expanding its store count to committing to being an environmentally friendly pet retailer, Arcaplanet is thinking big for the future.
How Arcaplanet’s acquisition will impact Fressnapf's executive team
Torsten Toeller will continue leading the retailer group, but the CEO will change this summer.
Deal sealed: Fressnapf acquires Arcaplanet
The German pet retailer, which already had a stake in the Italian company, will add 560 locations to its portfolio. GlobalPETS dives into the details.
The pet industry in Germany
An overview of the German pet market in 2024, including the most recent statistics and trends.
Pet food manufacturer reigns supreme at the German Brand Awards
Pets Nature’s cat brand, Lucky Lou, has been recognized for its high credibility and market differentiation.
What do cat parents look for when buying pet food?
More than 6 out of 10 prioritize ingredient quality, but some are unsatisfied with the current market offerings.
German DTC pet food brand closes investment
Provital received a capital investment to enhance its product portfolio and markets.
Zesty Paws launches in Europe, targets Middle East and Asia
The pet supplement brand is embracing a new omnichannel strategy to expand its footprint further this year.
Monthly update: latest appointments in the pet industry
These are the companies that have hired new executives in the past weeks.
France, Germany and UK make progress in animal welfare legislation
New proposals tackle pet abuse, limiting online pet trading and making pet abduction a criminal offense.
