Health

Growing demand for vegetarian pet food in India encourages new options

Growing demand for vegetarian pet food in India encourages new options

Industry insiders note that pet owners in the South Asian country are increasingly seeking vegetarian options and are willing to pay more for this alternative.

Pet Food
7 Oct 2024
Revealed: Australian pet owners increasingly prefer sustainable pet food

Revealed: Australian pet owners increasingly prefer sustainable pet food

The growing demand has also increased the interest for alternative-protein options in the regional market.

Pet Food
2 Oct 2024
Celebrity pet products: luxe care for furry friends

Celebrity pet products: luxe care for furry friends

From designer pet apparel to celebrity-endorsed grooming lines, luxury pet care is booming as more A-listers are stepping into the industry.

Trends & Insights
1 Oct 2024
Will a green-lipped mussel production initiative benefit the pet food industry in New Zealand?

Will a green-lipped mussel production initiative benefit the pet food industry in New Zealand?

A $64.3 million venture is expected to boost the supply of this key ingredient that supports canine joint health.

Ingredients
27 Sep 2024
Country report: rising pet ownership diversifies Malaysian market

Country report: rising pet ownership diversifies Malaysian market

It is believed that pet services in the Southeast Asian country generated $8.8 million in 2022.

Trends & Insights
26 Sep 2024
Maxi Zoo launches teleconsulting service in France

Maxi Zoo launches teleconsulting service in France

The pet retailer has introduced Maxi Zoo Vet to address the growing demand for flexible and accessible pet care.

Pet Care
20 Sep 2024
Californian virtual veterinary service expands to 18 states in half a year

Californian virtual veterinary service expands to 18 states in half a year

Ease Pet Vet plans to establish its presence across all 50 states by the end of 2025.

Pet Care
19 Sep 2024
Trupanion expands to Germany and Switzerland

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.

Pet Care
17 Sep 2024
Pet industry sees major investments in nutrition and veterinary solutions

Pet industry sees major investments in nutrition and veterinary solutions

Elanco is committing $130 million to expand its Kansas facility, while Ukrainian agrotech group MHP is funding €40 million to build a new plant in Croatia.

Production & Packaging
11 Sep 2024
Better Choice acquires Canadian specialty pharmacy, eyes veterinary market expansion

Better Choice acquires Canadian specialty pharmacy, eyes veterinary market expansion

The Florida-based firm will own the majority share of the combined company, which is expected to generate over $270 million (€244.2M) in financial year 2025.

Pet Care
10 Sep 2024
Could having pets encourage financial responsibility?

Could having pets encourage financial responsibility?

New research finds that pets inspire healthy financial habits in nearly 2 out of 5 Americans.

Trends & Insights
9 Sep 2024
Singapore makes cat microchipping compulsory

Singapore makes cat microchipping compulsory

The initiative mandates licensing, introduces pet-friendly housing and declares pet abandonment an offense.

News
9 Sep 2024
Interview with Pipa Nogaró, CEO of Puppis:

Interview with Pipa Nogaró, CEO of Puppis: "There are still huge opportunities for pet players in Spanish-speaking countries in Latin America"

The Buenos Aires-based retailer is increasing its footprint in the region as local parents are becoming more conscious of their pets' well-being.

Retail, Online & DTC
6 Sep 2024
Pampered pets: The rising demand for luxury

Pampered pets: The rising demand for luxury

Pet parents’ growing focus on their companion animal’s well-being is creating new opportunities for premium products and services.

Trends & Insights
6 Sep 2024
Is it Latin America's time to shine?

Is it Latin America's time to shine?

Changing consumer behavior, increased local pet food production, retail mergers, new e-commerce offerings – there’s a lot going on south of the US.

Trends & Insights
6 Sep 2024
Play time: trends and diversification in pet toys

Play time: trends and diversification in pet toys

With toys becoming an essential item in pet parents’ shopping baskets, we discover today’s most popular products, new releases and latest innovations.

Trends & Insights
6 Sep 2024
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