GlobalPETS News Team

Will Brazilian pet retailer Petz merge with competitor Cobasi?

Will Brazilian pet retailer Petz merge with competitor Cobasi?

If both players decide to merge, the combined entity will have a network of 483 stores nationwide.

Retail, Online & DTC
8 May 2024
New labeling statement on pet medicines becomes mandatory in the US

New labeling statement on pet medicines becomes mandatory in the US

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) wants to make identifying approved products easier.

Global Pet Industry
6 May 2024
4 out of 10 British owners are in favor of work leave to take care of their sick dogs

4 out of 10 British owners are in favor of work leave to take care of their sick dogs

A recent survey shows wide support for pet parents to enjoy the same rights as employees with children.

Trends & Insights
3 May 2024
Interzoo 2024: what to expect

Interzoo 2024: what to expect

Just days before the European pet trade fair kicks off in Germany, GlobalPETS examines how it will unveil the latest trends in pet care.

Trends & Insights
2 May 2024
Partnership turns sour: Better Choice takes Alphia to court

Partnership turns sour: Better Choice takes Alphia to court

Florida-based Better Choice started legal proceedings against American pet food manufacturer Alphia less than a year after investment.

News
1 May 2024
Finnish pet food start-up to build largest Nordic online retailer

Finnish pet food start-up to build largest Nordic online retailer

Alvar Pet has recently acquired online player Verkkokauppa Kivuton after securing a capital injection.

News
29 Apr 2024
Rebranding: Voff becomes The Nutriment Company

Rebranding: Voff becomes The Nutriment Company

The Swedish pet food manufacturer embarks on a new chapter in its business with a fresh image.

Business Optimization
26 Apr 2024
Musti makes changes to its board and financial year

Musti makes changes to its board and financial year

The Nordic pet retailer adds 3 new faces to its Board of Directors following the recent business acquisition.

Retail, Online & DTC
24 Apr 2024
Tightening cost and operations: how Better Choice is carving a path toward profitability

Tightening cost and operations: how Better Choice is carving a path toward profitability

The Florida-based pet health and wellness firm improved its gross margin by 31% in 2023 and launched a stock repurchase scheme.

Global Pet Industry
23 Apr 2024
Petco dismisses Chief Customer Officer

Petco dismisses Chief Customer Officer

Petco announced the termination of Darren MacDonald from his leadership role as of 12 April.

Retail, Online & DTC
12 Apr 2024
Swedencare posts positive results for 2023 despite market uncertainties

Swedencare posts positive results for 2023 despite market uncertainties

The Swedish pet care firm describes 2023 as a “year of consolidation” in its newly released annual report.

Pet Care
10 Apr 2024
Simmons Pet Food announces closure of Canadian plant

Simmons Pet Food announces closure of Canadian plant

The North American pet food manufacturer wants to centralize production and distribution.

Pet Food
9 Apr 2024
Ibero NATURAL: Iberian wolf and lynx inspired superpremium petfood

Ibero NATURAL: Iberian wolf and lynx inspired superpremium petfood

Ibero NATURAL (Czech Republic)

Innovation Showcase
1 Apr 2024
Microchipping firm Identicare sold to British investor

Microchipping firm Identicare sold to British investor

Animalcare Group has sold its microchipping business to Bridgepoint for a cash consideration of £24.9 million ($31.9M/€29.2M).

Pet Care
28 Mar 2024
New acquisition in the Mexican pet care space

New acquisition in the Mexican pet care space

Pet sitting platform Cuida Mi Mascota acquired services dog walking start-up Tu Mejor Amigo.

Pet Care
28 Mar 2024
BeNatural, tofu cat litter

BeNatural, tofu cat litter

Rinaldo Franco Spa (Italy)

Innovation Showcase
27 Mar 2024
Kormotech reaches a new milestone in 2023: $152 million in sales

Kormotech reaches a new milestone in 2023: $152 million in sales

The company expanded its presence to 42 countries worldwide and increased its market share in Ukraine.

Pet Food
22 Mar 2024
PupBox: Petco’s subscription box has been acquired

PupBox: Petco’s subscription box has been acquired

American women’s subscription box brand FabFitFun wants to tap into the pet category to meet growing demand.

Global Pet Industry
21 Mar 2024
Independence Pet Holdings adds Pets Best to its portfolio

Independence Pet Holdings adds Pets Best to its portfolio

The companies are exploring more opportunities for joint product development through the additional partnership.

Global Pet Industry
20 Mar 2024
Healthy prebiotic chews with added superfoods

Healthy prebiotic chews with added superfoods

DoggyRade (Ireland)

Innovation Showcase
19 Mar 2024
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