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French pet market (I): Pet ownership steady as population hits 75 million

French pet market (I): Pet ownership steady as population hits 75 million

A new industry report reveals stable figures for 2024, with fish leading the way and homemade food making modest gains among dog and cat owners.
Data insight: 2025 pet parenthood costs in the US

Data insight: 2025 pet parenthood costs in the US

A new report highlights price spikes amid inflation and tariff risks. GlobalPETS has the details.
Central Garden & Pet redefines path forward as consumables take center stage

Central Garden & Pet redefines path forward as consumables take center stage

CFO Brad Smith highlights a new era of innovation-driven growth, with a focus on pet edibles and acquisitions.
How Volare plans to scale insect protein with a new facility

How Volare plans to scale insect protein with a new facility

Backed by €26M, the Finnish startup aims to expand its low-emission alternative to conventional protein.
Round-up: pet wellness and nutrition attract fresh investments

Round-up: pet wellness and nutrition attract fresh investments

Here is a snapshot of the latest capital injections in the pet industry, with players across the US, Europe and India driving innovation and growth.
Analysis: Inside REWE’s pet store rollout in Germany

Analysis: Inside REWE’s pet store rollout in Germany

GlobalPETS speaks with the country’s second-largest supermarket chain about how it aims to shake up the pet retail market.
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Fressnapf’s revenue hits €870M in Q1 2025

Fressnapf’s revenue hits €870M in Q1 2025

With growing international sales and new store openings, the German pet retailer eyes further expansion this year.
Petlove appeals approval of Petz-Cobasi merger

Petlove appeals approval of Petz-Cobasi merger

The Brazilian online retailer urges antitrust officials to reject the deal, warning of irreparable harm to competition.
General Mills builds on pet food momentum as FY2025 softens

General Mills builds on pet food momentum as FY2025 softens

The Whitebridge acquisition emerges as a bright spot in the latest financial report.
UK and South Korea boost cultivated meat research, global picture remains patchy

UK and South Korea boost cultivated meat research, global picture remains patchy

US regulation is more complex as states get to decide despite federal approval.
Spending under pressure: US pet parents trade down on food and vet visits

Spending under pressure: US pet parents trade down on food and vet visits

A new study from Bank of America reveals shifts in consumer behavior and credit card spending.
EU takes step forward on animal welfare standards: What the new proposal means

EU takes step forward on animal welfare standards: What the new proposal means

The bloc’s Parliament has voted in favor of EU-wide minimum standards covering microchipping, a ban on pet shop sales, and breeder training.