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PETS International Magazine May 2026
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How multi-phase drying technology solves the premium pet treat manufacturing dilemma
Sponsored by Metalquimia

How multi-phase drying technology solves the premium pet treat manufacturing dilemma

New trial data reveals how a single automated line efficiently handles three distinct pet formats.
World Cup 2026 fuels rise of pet-themed merchandise

World Cup 2026 fuels rise of pet-themed merchandise

New Rover data show that 75% of US and Canadian pet owners are factoring their pets into sports-related spending decisions this summer.
BARK prioritizes profitability over subscriber growth

BARK prioritizes profitability over subscriber growth

The American subscription player is cutting marketing investment and leaning more heavily on its commerce business amid tariff pressures.
Pet industry scales investment in green packaging, renewable energy and low-carbon

Pet industry scales investment in green packaging, renewable energy and low-carbon

Firms including Mars, Flamingo, Kormotech and ProAmpac have recently launched projects to achieve long-term goals in their supply chain.
Chewy lowers FY2026 sales forecast after solid first quarter

Chewy lowers FY2026 sales forecast after solid first quarter

Active customers topped 21.5 million, and autoship sales grew at a double-digit rate, yet Chewy is taking a more cautious stance for the year ahead.
J.M. Smucker: cat food offsets dog snack weakness in the last quarter

J.M. Smucker: cat food offsets dog snack weakness in the last quarter

The US manufacturer signaled a cautious outlook but expects low-single-digit growth in its US retail pet foods business next fiscal year.
Sponsored by Calibra Petfood
From a family-rooted brand to a global partner in pet nutrition
Sponsored by Calibra Petfood

From a family-rooted brand to a global partner in pet nutrition

After two decades of growth, Calibra now combines family roots with global B2B ambition.
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US pet parents cut back on personal spending to support pets

US pet parents cut back on personal spending to support pets

A recent survey reveals that the monthly pet care budgets rose by 20% over the past year, while owners anticipate inflation in services and supplies.
Zooplus and Arcaplanet lead Italy’s online pet retail landscape

Zooplus and Arcaplanet lead Italy’s online pet retail landscape

The pet category ranked fourth for mobile app penetration among leading e-commerce companies operating in the country.
Round-up: Pet nutrition firms invest in new plants and production hubs

Round-up: Pet nutrition firms invest in new plants and production hubs

MHP Pet Food, Nestlé Purina, Mars, Golden Pet Brands and dsm-firmenich are expanding their manufacturing capacities.
Pet parents in Spain: high ownership, steady spending and in-store loyalty

Pet parents in Spain: high ownership, steady spending and in-store loyalty

New 2026 industry data highlights strong offline purchasing habits, rising insurance uptake and dogs as the dominant pet.
Pet retailers turn to FMCG executives to strengthen omnichannel transformation

Pet retailers turn to FMCG executives to strengthen omnichannel transformation

Pets at Home, Fressnapf, Arcaplanet and Zooplus lead a wave of supermarket-to-pet retail leadership hires across Europe.
Mycoprotein and green leaf protein gain early commercial traction in pet food

Mycoprotein and green leaf protein gain early commercial traction in pet food

New partnerships signal growing industry interest as manufacturers test the functionality and palatability of novel protein sources.