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India’s cat and dog food imports increased 500% in a decade

This commodity currently stands at $69.8 million (€62.8M) in H1 2024, with increasing reliance on global suppliers like Thailand, South Africa and Italy.

Global Pet Industry

15 Oct 2024

Analysis: How is Zoetis’ growth impacting its stock prices?

The significant increase in the animal health company’s share price, strong product performance and revenue hikes have made analysts optimistic.

Production & Packaging

15 Oct 2024

Global pet population at 1 billion, cats lead the way

A recent survey from Mars Petcare reveals pet ownership trends, with new pet parents and generational influences shaping decisions.

Trends & Insights

14 Oct 2024

Walmart adds 5 new pet service centers in the US

After the first location in Georgia, the American retail giant will open new centers in the same state and Arizona next month. GlobalPETS learns more.

Pet Care

14 Oct 2024

Revealed: US pet owners prioritize spending time with pets over social plans

A recent survey reveals that almost all pet owners view their pets as family, highlighting the importance of spending quality time together.

Trends & Insights

11 Oct 2024

Pets Choice acquires key brands from PetLife International

The move aims to strengthen the British pet food manufacturer’s premium pet care portfolio.

Production & Packaging

11 Oct 2024

SPONSORED by Pet Fair South East Asia

The pet industry is meeting in Bangkok

Here’s what you can expect from the 2024 edition of Pet Fair South East Asia.

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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

French fermentation player acquires majority stake in Biorigin

Lesaffre, a global yeast manufacturer based in France, will become the controlling shareholder of the Brazilian company.

Global Pet Industry

10 Oct 2024

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

Musti Group expands into the Baltics with €18 million acquisition

The Nordic pet retailer has agreed to buy Estonian pet retailer and veterinary services provider Pet City.

Retail, Online & DTC

9 Oct 2024

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

Indian insect player secures permit to export to Europe

Arthro Biotech outlines ambitious plans to increase production to 100,000 tons annually by 2030.

Ingredients

8 Oct 2024

AgroBiothers makes second acquisition in European pet care space

The addition of Denmark’s leading pet care business, KW, marks a strategic move to strengthen the French pet care company’s position in Northern Europe.

Pet Care

7 Oct 2024

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

Australia: New South Wales to grant more rights to pet-owning tenants

The reform in the Australian state will ban no-ground evictions and limit landlords' ability to refuse tenants with pets.

News

4 Oct 2024

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

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

Trends & Insights

3 Oct 2024

UK pet food to go tariff-free under new Trans-Pacific trade deal

The arrangement is expected to positively impact the British pet industry, which exports more than $26.5 million worth of pet food to the region.

Global Pet Industry

3 Oct 2024

Taiwan’s pet food industry nears $1 billion mark

A new study suggests that this growth is driven by rising pet ownership and increased spending on supplements.

Global Pet Industry

2 Oct 2024

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