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US: majority of pet owners still underestimate pet obesity

US: majority of pet owners still underestimate pet obesity

Obesity rates among cats and dogs in America have risen in the past 15 years, with the increase particularly pronounced in cats.

Pet Care
10 Oct 2024
New proposals seek to expand tax benefits for vet care in the US

New proposals seek to expand tax benefits for vet care in the US

Two bills aim to expand vet care tax relief benefits and strengthen protections for dogs used for breeding.

Pet Care
9 Oct 2024
These pet players are expanding their reach through retail partnerships

These pet players are expanding their reach through retail partnerships

Pet brands are increasingly partnering with distribution companies to increase their product reach and tap into new markets.

Retail, Online & DTC
8 Oct 2024
Pet brands score big with major sports partnerships

Pet brands score big with major sports partnerships

From food producers to insurance providers, this trend aims to improve market visibility.

Global Pet Industry
4 Oct 2024
Study shows gaps in American pet owners' preparedness for natural disasters

Study shows gaps in American pet owners' preparedness for natural disasters

How are pet owners prioritizing their concerns when preparing emergency kits for their furry companions?

Trends & Insights
3 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
Did General Mills acquire Edgard & Cooper at a high price?

Did General Mills acquire Edgard & Cooper at a high price?

The American multinational scooped the Belgian business for $436 million (€389.5M), according to Belgian media.

Production & Packaging
30 Sep 2024
Pet food prices: Which U.S. states are seeing the biggest increases and drops

Pet food prices: Which U.S. states are seeing the biggest increases and drops

Inflation in the category has surged by 18.1% nationwide over the past 5 years.

Pet Food
27 Sep 2024
Revealed: Pet food ranks high in brand and retailer loyalty

Revealed: Pet food ranks high in brand and retailer loyalty

A new survey reveals that, much like baby products, most pet parents stick to a specific brand when purchasing food for their furry friends.

Pet Food
25 Sep 2024
Netherlands sees surge in abandoned pets; other countries follow same trend

Netherlands sees surge in abandoned pets; other countries follow same trend

The number of pet owners giving up their animals due to financial and time constraints is increasing.

News
24 Sep 2024
Quarter of Gen Z forced to surrender pets amid soaring costs, survey finds

Quarter of Gen Z forced to surrender pets amid soaring costs, survey finds

Rising pet care costs are forcing many U.S. pet owners to make difficult decisions about their pets’ futures.

News
24 Sep 2024
Can Chewy reach its growth targets and double its stock price in 2025?

Can Chewy reach its growth targets and double its stock price in 2025?

Analysts forecast that the American online pet retailer has a profitable financial outlook.

Retail, Online & DTC
23 Sep 2024
HR alert: Top pet industry leadership changes

HR alert: Top pet industry leadership changes

From pet food manufacturers to retailers, here are 8 companies that have recently made key leadership selections.

Global Pet Industry
19 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
Analysis: Social media’s growing influence on pet parents’ decisions

Analysis: Social media’s growing influence on pet parents’ decisions

American pet owners have a different approach depending on whether they own a cat or a dog. GlobalPETS learns more.

Trends & Insights
17 Sep 2024
Pet Valu opens second-largest pet distribution center in Canada

Pet Valu opens second-largest pet distribution center in Canada

The new facility near Vancouver supports the retailer’s goal of building a pet specialty distribution network in the country, eliminating reliance on third-party storage.

Retail, Online & DTC
13 Sep 2024
Petco reports flat quarter amid rising losses

Petco reports flat quarter amid rising losses

The American pet retailer’s earnings fell slightly with reduced profits despite growth in certain product categories and services.

Retail, Online & DTC
12 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
More than 8 out of 10 dog owners think of them as their children

More than 8 out of 10 dog owners think of them as their children

A new survey dives into the debates many American owners have surrounding their dogs.

Trends & Insights
10 Sep 2024
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