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Transparency, regulation and innovation are set to define the sector, from reporting emissions to circular packaging solutions.

The American pet retailer is betting on fresh food and its own brands to increase performance in 2026.

Rabbit owners report the highest financial pressures, with most saying pet care is more expensive than ever.

The country recorded a historic goods deficit, while services helped offset it. Pet food, meanwhile, posted a trade surplus in 2025.

New analysis of 20 pet food companies reveals trends in branded and generic search.

The Italian pet retailer plans to focus on flexible store formats and sustainable layouts to strengthen its national presence.

Mikko Forsström, currently based in Dubai, will oversee category development and assortment strategy at the German pet retailer.

With volatile ingredient markets, shifting regulations, and changing consumer demand, success in pet food production depends on one critical shift in how your teams collaborate.

Senior executives across retail, pet food and animal health have been appointed to new roles as players adjust their management structures.

Same-store sales rise 1.6%, supported by higher average spend per purchase despite a slight drop in traffic.

The firm’s pet nutrition business benefited from pricing initiatives it implemented in early 2025.

GlobalPETS takes a look at the latest efforts from Innovafeed, Post Holdings, Mars, Nestlé, Freshpet and Symrise.