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Real internal growth for Purina accelerated to 4.3%, while pricing turned positive as the category gained market share across regions.

The pet care group aims to return to double-digit organic growth in the last quarter of 2026 despite challenges in North America.

The number of pet-related businesses has increased 57.2% since 2019, as pharmacy chains and e-commerce players intensify competition.

The retailer brings 144 stores under shared leadership, strengthening cross-border cooperation across purchasing, marketing and e-commerce.

Despite additional repair expenses, property managers report benefits from welcoming pets, including more rental applications and stronger lease renewals.

Smaller entry packs, bulk formats and revised price points are helping manufacturers navigate shifting shopping habits without losing sight of profitability.

Companies across food, fashion, beauty and lifestyle are entering the pet space through limited editions, collaborations and dedicated product ranges.

General Mills, Sonae, Mars Pet Nutrition and MicroHarvest announce succession plans, an interim appointment and changes to their executive structures.

zooplus, Omni Pet, GEVO, MPM Products and Natural Line announce appointments spanning technology, commercial strategy, marketing and regional management.

Pet owners in the UK are delaying or skipping treatment, US households report heightened financial insecurity and Canadian research highlights a growing gap between veterinary training and practice.

Transactions span the US, New Zealand, Europe and Asia, covering veterinary software, pet health, ingredients, manufacturing and consumer brands.

Growing demand for pet omega-3s is driving a wave of supplement launches, while supply constraints are accelerating the search for alternatives.