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Tractor Supply and Freshpet double down on digital to capture pet market share
From vet services to DTC expansion, both players are reshaping their strategies to win higher-value customers.
Round-up: Pet food producers ramp up investment in capacity and innovation
VAFO Group, Champion Petfoods and Cargill have unveiled major investments across Europe and Canada. GlobalPETS has the details.
Pet supplies among the least returned e-commerce categories in Switzerland
Galaxus reports significantly lower return rates for pet products than fashion and sports items.
EU’s new customs rules set to reshape cross-border e-commerce
A new €3 flat-rate duty targets low-value imports and forces China-driven platforms to rethink EU supply chains.
Pet food e-commerce triples in Latin America as digital adoption reshapes the market
Online penetration rises steadily across the region, with Argentina leading adoption at 11.4%.
Round-up: Funding surge fuels pet sector expansion across Europe and India
Omni Pet, Vetic, and FirstClub secure fresh capital to scale manufacturing, veterinary networks, and quick-commerce platforms.
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Myths in pet joint health: 4 ‘beliefs’ debunked
Despite growing interest in pet wellbeing, both pet parents and brands remain uncertain about the most effective long-term approaches to managing joint health.
Analysis: Pet health players bet on retail and DTC channels as vet visits decline
Non-prescription medicine is also expected to boost performance, especially with high rates of tick infections.
Belgium: More than 60% of households own a pet in 2026
New data shows that specialized retail remains the leading channel, but online purchases are gaining ground.
HR alert: Pet industry firms refresh leadership teams
Major players, including Mars Pet Nutrition, Farmina, Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Nutreco and Nestlé Purina, have recently announced new executives.
Confidence rises among Australian firms trading in China, with pet opportunities emerging
Despite geopolitical tensions and rising competition from domestic brands, Aussie companies continue to invest in the Asian giant.
Customer service becomes the battleground for pet retailers
Players are gaining recognition for customer service leadership, supported by training programs and digital innovation.
US: Pet care emerges as one of the most digital grocery categories
The category ranks third among grocery categories for online penetration, behind health, beauty and baby care.
