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HR alert (II): Pet retailers and care companies announce key executive appointments
The latest leadership changes include new executives at Tractor Supply, Zoetis, Petco, Pets at Home and BARK.
HR alert (I): Pet food manufacturers make key executive appointments across the US
From Hill’s Pet Nutrition and Mars to Simmons Foods and J.M. Smucker, several players have announced new executive appointments in the past few weeks.
Private label, quick delivery and sales incentives boost Grupo Petz Cobasi’s Q2 growth
The Brazilian pet retailer also strengthened profitability as operational and portfolio integration efforts progressed.
US: The Farmer’s Dog and PetIQ drive latest pet M&A activity
Both US companies are expanding their portfolios through acquisitions focused on dog enrichment, wellness products and advanced pet nutrition.
Pet Valu benefits from loyalty as sales grow despite fewer trips in Q2
Repeat customers accounted for 90% of sales, with digital and subscription services also gaining momentum.
Sponsored by Yantai China Pet Foods
Sponsored by Yantai China Pet Foods
WANPY® becomes first Chinese pet food brand to receive WPA International Excellence Award
The award marks a milestone for WANPY® and reflects growing international recognition of Chinese pet food brands.
Sponsored by PETS International
Sponsored by PETS International
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BARK prioritizes profitability as quarterly DTC sales decline
Improved subscriber retention, stronger retail sales and growing demand for BARK Air helped offset continued revenue pressure.
VAFO takes over Pets Deli, targets €80 million in revenue by 2030
The Czech group plans to combine the German firm’s D2C position with its manufacturing and R&D capabilities to drive growth.
Trupanion bets on pet acquisition to reignite enrollment growth
The US pet insurer reported double-digit revenue growth and a 39% increase in net additions to its subscription pet base in the second quarter of 2026.
Spectrum Brands sees pet business gain ground despite aquatics decline
The firm credited pricing, favorable product mix and cost improvement actions for the strong performance of its companion animal segment in the last quarter.
Analysis: Pet retailers grow revenue, but profitability concerns weigh on investor confidence
GlobalPETS examines how specialty stores are adapting to margin pressure, shifting channels and changing consumer expectations.
Central Garden & Pet raises guidance despite 19% pet sales decline
The TRIXIE deal is set to boost sales while expanding Central’s international footprint as the US player offsets the impact of exiting pet distribution.
