Italy
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.
Examining the pieces of the inflation puzzle
Good news is on the horizon as price levels stabilize globally. But how is the situation still affecting pet owners?
Lombardy bill seeks to regulate pet grooming amid criticism
According to the country’s competition authority, the Italian region’s pet grooming proposed rules are unjustified and unnecessary.
Italian players join to create a new pet group
Accessories firm Croci and product distributor Camon aim to reach international markets.
Italian supermarket chain Conad adds vet services to its offerings
The retailer will offer its loyal customers the convenience of adding veterinary services to their grocery and pet shopping.
KIKA Group’s exports increased 35% in 2023
The Lithuanian manufacturer and retailer is optimistic about increasing its product portfolio and market footprint this year.
Kormotech taps into the booming e-commerce market in South Korea
The company has become the first Ukrainian pet food manufacturer to enter the East Asian market.
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.
Iper La grande i rebrands its pet business
The Italian hypermarket chain expands its product portfolio to more than just food.
New bill in Italy proposes VAT relief on pet food and vet products
Value-added tax would decrease from the current 22% to 10%. But what are the chances of this proposal succeeding?
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.
€3 billion in pet food sales: a snapshot of the Italian industry in 2023
The wet pet food segment accounted for more than half of the country’s pet industry’s business in a year impacted by inflation.
Interzoo 2024: what to expect
Just days before the European pet trade fair kicks off in Germany, GlobalPETS examines how it will unveil the latest trends in pet care.
€80 million: the impact of Purina’s new investment in Italy
Nestlé is set to build a new wet pet food facility in the northern region of Lombardy. GlobalPETS learns more.
Going beyond cats and dogs: embracing and protecting biodiversity
At Interzoo, natural pet food company Almo Nature will showcase how the pet industry can help save the planet’s endangered biodiversity.
The pet industry in Italy
A 2024 overview of what the pet industry in Italy looks like, with the latest data and trends.
