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PETS International Magazine March 2026
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Analysis: Russian pet market grows on local production despite price polarization

Analysis: Russian pet market grows on local production despite price polarization

Sanctions and supply constraints boost private labels and domestic brands, with economy gaining share and premium shifting to functional.
Expanding pet food production: Purina, Trouw Nutrition, J.M. Smucker, MicroHarvest

Expanding pet food production: Purina, Trouw Nutrition, J.M. Smucker, MicroHarvest

From Europe to Latin America and Asia, pet players have recently been investing in new facilities.
Data: Pet food toppers are gaining popularity, especially among picky eaters

Data: Pet food toppers are gaining popularity, especially among picky eaters

Although some owners remain hesitant due to lack of knowledge, 87% say they’d buy a topper with health benefits.
UK competition watchdog mandates structural reforms across the vet market

UK competition watchdog mandates structural reforms across the vet market

New compliance requirements on pricing, prescriptions and ownership transparency are set to reshape operational standards in the sector.
Sponsored by Famsun Co.
Cargill and Famsun achieve industrial-scale production of ultra-high fresh meat kibble
Sponsored by Famsun Co.

Cargill and Famsun achieve industrial-scale production of ultra-high fresh meat kibble

Fresh meat inclusion in extruded kibble has crossed a new threshold with rates topping 120%.
United Petfood expands in Canada and Turkey with new acquisitions

United Petfood expands in Canada and Turkey with new acquisitions

The takeovers of production plants kick off an expansion year for the Belgian player, with Romania and Portugal to follow.
Sponsored by Famsun Co.
Cargill and Famsun achieve industrial-scale production of ultra-high fresh meat kibble
Sponsored by Famsun Co.

Cargill and Famsun achieve industrial-scale production of ultra-high fresh meat kibble

Fresh meat inclusion in extruded kibble has crossed a new threshold with rates topping 120%.
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Pets at Home shares rise on retail recovery outlook

Pets at Home shares rise on retail recovery outlook

The British pet retailer is on track to meet profit expectations, supported by growth in veterinary operations.
HR alert: Pet players close March with a wave of leadership changes

HR alert: Pet players close March with a wave of leadership changes

Companies such as Maxi Zoo France, HORNBACH and Dehner Group have named new executives across their C-suites.
AlphaPet completes second takeover in Europe: a German pet supplement brand

AlphaPet completes second takeover in Europe: a German pet supplement brand

Tierliebhaber’s premium functional snacks and health supplements will be added to the portfolio.
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Why nutrition-led value is reshaping small pet retail
Sponsored by Supreme Petfoods

Why nutrition-led value is reshaping small pet retail

Rabbit and guinea pig owners are increasingly buying like dog and cat parents. Here's what that means for your shelf.
Premium products to push pet care value growth in the next 5 years

Premium products to push pet care value growth in the next 5 years

The surge in the industry is also marked by a slower increase in volume, primarily due to economic pressures.
Protix and Tyson Foods halt investment in US insect facility

Protix and Tyson Foods halt investment in US insect facility

The Dutch firm shifts its focus to Southeast Asia, aiming to lower costs and benefit from a more favorable regulatory environment.