Edgar Maciel

Is it Latin America's time to shine?

Is it Latin America's time to shine?

Changing consumer behavior, increased local pet food production, retail mergers, new e-commerce offerings – there’s a lot going on south of the US.

Trends & Insights
6 Sep 2024
Petz-Cobasi merger (II): the impact on the Brazilian pet retail landscape

Petz-Cobasi merger (II): the impact on the Brazilian pet retail landscape

Competitors and antitrust authorities are currently assessing the combined businesses’ market share before giving green light.

Retail, Online & DTC
15 Aug 2024
Petz-Cobasi merger (I): A glimpse into the future of Latin America’s new pet retail giant

Petz-Cobasi merger (I): A glimpse into the future of Latin America’s new pet retail giant

The combination of both Brazilian businesses is close to becoming a reality. GlobalPETS learns more about how the new company will fit into the local retail ecosystem.

Retail, Online & DTC
14 Aug 2024
Shaping the industry’s future with blockchain

Shaping the industry’s future with blockchain

From medical records to supply chain optimization, companies are exploring ways to introduce blockchain technology in a bid to keep their competitive edge.

Global Pet Industry
21 Apr 2023
How does Mars’ pet biobank work?

How does Mars’ pet biobank work?

The project brings together clinical, genetic, and lifestyle pet data and reunited its first 500 pets to participate in a 10-year study. 

Global Pet Industry
28 Nov 2022
Trends in the flea and tick segment

Trends in the flea and tick segment

From topical medication to chewable products, companies are launching new formulas to cope with a higher demand for protection against ticks, fleas and parasitic diseases.

Trends & Insights
25 Nov 2022
The uncertain future of the Black Sea grain deal: how it affects the pet food industry

The uncertain future of the Black Sea grain deal: how it affects the pet food industry

An initiative to establish safe grain exports from Ukraine should be renewed next week, but Moscow threatens to block it. Pet food manufacturers are already looking for alternatives, usually more expensive, to get this critical raw material if the situation worsens.

Global Pet Industry
10 Nov 2022
Largest pet food factory in Finland to open in 2023

Largest pet food factory in Finland to open in 2023

Czech pet food manufacturer VAFO aims to produce up to 20,000 tons of dry pet food per year from the first quarter of next year.

Pet Food
7 Nov 2022
Pet Nutrition House opens new factory

Pet Nutrition House opens new factory

The Maltese pet food manufacturer aims to expand the production of premium dry food and snacks.

Pet Food
1 Nov 2022
How much are pets influencing their owners' choices?

How much are pets influencing their owners' choices?

New research found that 40% of US pet parents decide which trips they do based on their animals.

Trends & Insights
31 Oct 2022
Indian startup raises $500,000 in seed funding

Indian startup raises $500,000 in seed funding

Goofy Tails plans to use the funding to expand its pet food and accessories range and increase its market share online.

Retail, Online & DTC
28 Oct 2022
Bioriginal achieves new authenticity certification

Bioriginal achieves new authenticity certification

The Canadian ingredients manufacturer claims transparency of salmon and fish oils used in pet nutrition products.

News
26 Oct 2022
Montego Pet Nutrition appoints new supply chain leader

Montego Pet Nutrition appoints new supply chain leader

Johann Kotze’s main duties are to optimize and create a standard for the business strategies of the South African manufacturer.

Pet Food
25 Oct 2022
Is Kangaroo pet food in danger?

Is Kangaroo pet food in danger?

The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) decided not to endorse the use of this meat due to animal welfare concerns.

Pet Food
24 Oct 2022
Australian landlords can no longer refuse pets in apartments

Australian landlords can no longer refuse pets in apartments

A new regional rental law in Queensland aims to protect tenants living with animals.

News
20 Oct 2022
Zoetis included in Fortune’s 2022 Change the World ranking

Zoetis included in Fortune’s 2022 Change the World ranking

The multinational business magazine recognizes the veterinarian company’s positive social impact through business practices.

News
20 Oct 2022
Pet Valu presents new subscription service

Pet Valu presents new subscription service

AutoShip allows Canadian pet parents to place recurring orders of essential products for home delivery or in-store collection.

Retail, Online & DTC
18 Oct 2022
Is cannabis positively affecting the well-being of dogs?

Is cannabis positively affecting the well-being of dogs?

A new study concludes that this ingredient derived from the hemp plant can be effective if administered to healthy canines.

Pet Care
17 Oct 2022
Pet e-commerce retailer zooplus appoints new CEO

Pet e-commerce retailer zooplus appoints new CEO

Geoffroy Lefebvre replaces Cornelius Patt, who has been the German company’s CEO since 2006.

Retail, Online & DTC
14 Oct 2022
Almost 8 out of 10 American pet parents will dress up their pets for Halloween

Almost 8 out of 10 American pet parents will dress up their pets for Halloween

Millennial owners show more commitment to Halloween festivities, according to a new survey from PetSmart.

Trends & Insights
13 Oct 2022
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