Diana Dominguez
Swedencare’s pharma and dental growth offsets US weakness in Q3
The pet care group aims to return to double-digit organic growth in the last quarter of 2026 despite challenges in North America.
Four in five US rental operators report an increase in pet-owning tenants
Despite additional repair expenses, property managers report benefits from welcoming pets, including more rental applications and stronger lease renewals.
How mainstream brands are using collaborations to connect with pet owners
Companies across food, fashion, beauty and lifestyle are entering the pet space through limited editions, collaborations and dedicated product ranges.
HR alert (II): CEO changes and leadership reshuffles across the pet industry
General Mills, Sonae, Mars Pet Nutrition and MicroHarvest announce succession plans, an interim appointment and changes to their executive structures.
HR alert (I): Pet players appoint new executives across key business functions
zooplus, Omni Pet, GEVO, MPM Products and Natural Line announce appointments spanning technology, commercial strategy, marketing and regional management.
Data: Cost pressures drive veterinary care delays across UK, US and Canada
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.
From veterinary AI to pet wellness: the latest M&A deals
Transactions span the US, New Zealand, Europe and Asia, covering veterinary software, pet health, ingredients, manufacturing and consumer brands.
Production update (II): EU pet players expand capacity across Hungary, Denmark, Spain and Romania
Nestlé Purina, Algiecel, Alinatur, Leiber and United Petfood are investing in production capacity, automation and supply chain efficiency in the region.
Production update (I): Latest US pet investments span new factories and facility upgrades
Tractor Supply, Elanco and Boehringer are among the players expanding production capacity and strengthening their operational footprint.
Gen Z to Boomers: How each generation is reshaping pet spending habits
A survey in the US reveals that Gen X leads monthly purchases, Millennials prefer to shop for pet supplies weekly and Boomers prioritize premium spending.