Diana Dominguez
Pet care brands rethink the routes to international growth
Montego Pet Nutrition, ZuttoNyan, Bolt Pet Food, Globe Buddy and VEGDOG target new markets across Europe, the US and Asia. GlobalPETS has the details.
Ecuador adds pet food to its household consumption basket
The South American country updated its basic goods and services list for the first time in four decades, expanding it from 75 to 98 items to reflect changing spending habits.
From Hollywood to Formula 1, pet brands court new audiences
Fancy Feast, Jinx, Canidae, The Farmer’s Dog, Feline Frenzy and VETRESKA are partnering with public figures to expand their reach, engage new audiences and support commercial growth.
VAFO grows health and nutrition portfolio with Pezz life investment, Sam’s Field launch
The initiatives expand the company’s presence in preventive health, strengthen its direct-to-consumer reach and broaden its premium nutrition offering.
General Mills: Cat food continues to lead pet portfolio growth
Strong category performance offsets weaker dog food sales and modest treats growth. GlobalPETS has the details.
Purina invests €55M to upgrade Italian pet food plant
The investment in a plant near Venice targets manufacturing flexibility, digitalization and wastewater treatment.
HR alert (II): US pet industry sees fresh executive appointments
PetMeds, Central Bark, Tractor Supply, Hill’s Pet Nutrition and Mars announce new appointments and revised executive roles.
HR alert (I): Swedencare, Leiber and Pets at Home reshuffle senior leadership
The European companies announce changes spanning CEO succession, commercial strategy and supply chain operations.
Data: Are UK pet owners shifting toward quality over cost in purchasing decisions?
Half of UK consumers now prioritize quality over price, while convenience drives supermarket dominance in pet product purchases.
New regulations impacting the pet industry across Europe and Asia-Pacific
France steps up enforcement, Australia backs digital prescriptions and Malaysia considers new animal welfare measures.