Diana Dominguez
Pet companies rank among America’s fastest-growing private businesses
The 2026 Inc. 5000 ranking features US firms spanning pet wellness, veterinary services, insurance, retail and pet care.
Round-up: Pet companies target new markets through launches and partnerships
Unicharm, BetterBone, WIMBA, COLLAR and Kormotech are expanding their international presence through market launches, distribution deals and retail partnerships.
Zooplus launches marketplace in Germany: will it scale across Europe?
The move follows the online retailer’s launch in France 2 years ago and adds 10,000 products to its German offering. GlobalPETS speaks to the company.
One week into new EU packaging rules: What businesses need to know
The European Commission has updated its guidance on the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) to address industry concerns, but some challenges remain.
HR alert (II): Pet retailers and care companies announce key executive appointments
The latest leadership changes include new executives at Tractor Supply, Zoetis, Petco, Pets at Home and BARK.
HR alert (I): Pet food manufacturers make key executive appointments across the US
From Hill’s Pet Nutrition and Mars to Simmons Foods and J.M. Smucker, several players have announced new executive appointments in the past few weeks.
US: The Farmer’s Dog and PetIQ drive latest pet M&A activity
Both US companies are expanding their portfolios through acquisitions focused on dog enrichment, wellness products and advanced pet nutrition.
Pet Valu benefits from loyalty as sales grow despite fewer trips in Q2
Repeat customers accounted for 90% of sales, with digital and subscription services also gaining momentum.
BARK prioritizes profitability as quarterly DTC sales decline
Improved subscriber retention, stronger retail sales and growing demand for BARK Air helped offset continued revenue pressure.
Trupanion bets on pet acquisition to reignite enrollment growth
The US pet insurer reported double-digit revenue growth and a 39% increase in net additions to its subscription pet base in the second quarter of 2026.