Shruti Khairnar

PetMeds sees double-digit growth boost by recent acquisition

PetMeds sees double-digit growth boost by recent acquisition

The American online pet pharmacy posted sales of $65.3 million (€11M) in the 3 months to 31 December 2023. What does this mean for the future of the company?

Global Pet Industry
24 Apr 2024
Former Pets at Home CEO invests in pet health startup

Former Pets at Home CEO invests in pet health startup

Peter Pritchard has joined other investors to fund at-home gut microbiome testing service firm BIOME9.

Pet Care
22 Apr 2024
New Zealand pet cannabis start-up closes seed round

New Zealand pet cannabis start-up closes seed round

Auckland-based Hale Animal Health raised more than $1 million with eyes on expanding into the US market.

Pet Care
19 Apr 2024
ButcherBox garners positive response to its newly launched pet food line

ButcherBox garners positive response to its newly launched pet food line

The American meat subscription platform extended its nose-to-tail philosophy by entering the pet sector last year.

Pet Food
19 Apr 2024
Catching up with latest developments in the aquaculture sector

Catching up with latest developments in the aquaculture sector

With many new strategic shifts and innovative ventures, the global aquaculture industry is witnessing pivotal movements.

Global Pet Industry
18 Apr 2024
Online pet food shopping trends around the world

Online pet food shopping trends around the world

Why do consumers buy pet food online? Which types of delivery services most appeal to them? And how do preferences vary between Europe, North America and South America?

Trends & Insights
18 Apr 2024
Danish BHJ acquires majority stake in Australian firm’s pet food manufacturer

Danish BHJ acquires majority stake in Australian firm’s pet food manufacturer

The ingredient supplier is expected to help the firm expand its footprint into new markets.

Pet Food
17 Apr 2024
VetVerifi secures $1.5 million from investors, including Mars

VetVerifi secures $1.5 million from investors, including Mars

The Tennessee-based pet tech start-up wants to bring pet medical records under a single platform.

Pet Care
16 Apr 2024
Pet health insurance market sets new record in North America

Pet health insurance market sets new record in North America

According to the North American Pet Health Insurance Association (NAPHIA), the industry grew by 22% in 2023.

Pet Care
15 Apr 2024
More pet products on shelves: Belgian supermarket chain wants to hear from industry

More pet products on shelves: Belgian supermarket chain wants to hear from industry

Delhaize invites pet food manufacturers to present their products in exclusive pitch sessions next month.

Retail, Online & DTC
12 Apr 2024
How did the pet food and aquaculture production industries fare in 2023?

How did the pet food and aquaculture production industries fare in 2023?

As American nutrition firm Alltech releases its annual survey, GlobalPETS looks at the most relevant numbers.

Global Pet Industry
10 Apr 2024
US pet food exports decline in Asia but ramp up in Mexico and Jamaica

US pet food exports decline in Asia but ramp up in Mexico and Jamaica

Global pet food exports decreased by 3% in 2023, according to fresh insights from the Pet Food Institute (PFI).

Global Pet Industry
8 Apr 2024
Analysis: How Tractor Supply plans to expand its offline footprint to meet pet owner needs

Analysis: How Tractor Supply plans to expand its offline footprint to meet pet owner needs

After recently opening its 200th location of pet business Petsense, what are the expansion plans of the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the US?

Retail, Online & DTC
5 Apr 2024
Undervalued deal? Talks to sell Partner in Pet Food have reportedly been put on hold

Undervalued deal? Talks to sell Partner in Pet Food have reportedly been put on hold

CVC Capital Partners and Advent International recently submitted a joint bid to acquire the European pet food business. Now, the future of the operation is unclear.

Global Pet Industry
4 Apr 2024
Alibaba’s former CEO takes a leading role in pet healthcare investor

Alibaba’s former CEO takes a leading role in pet healthcare investor

Daniel Zhang joins Firstred Capital 7 months after quitting the Chinese e-commerce giant.

Global Pet Industry
3 Apr 2024
Pets at Home is optimistic about profit expectations for 2024

Pets at Home is optimistic about profit expectations for 2024

The British pet retailer has confirmed that its profit for the financial year 2024 is expected to align with previous guidance.

Retail, Online & DTC
28 Mar 2024
Turkish pet food manufacturer signs $9M capital raise agreement

Turkish pet food manufacturer signs $9M capital raise agreement

After closing this new deal, Tropikal Pet is looking to enter the US market.

Pet Food
28 Mar 2024
US pet industry sales saw a 7.4% increase in 2023

US pet industry sales saw a 7.4% increase in 2023

According to the American Pet Products Association (APPA), pet food and treats accounted for nearly 45%.

Global Pet Industry
27 Mar 2024
From 17.4 to 17.2 million pets: UK pet population trends in the past 2 years

From 17.4 to 17.2 million pets: UK pet population trends in the past 2 years

New data from UK Pet Food concludes that 60% of British households owned a non-aquatic pet in 2023.

Trends & Insights
26 Mar 2024
New warehouse and 24/7 self-service expansion: Plaček’s strategy

New warehouse and 24/7 self-service expansion: Plaček’s strategy

GlobalPETS analyzes the latest developments in the Czech pet retail group.

Retail, Online & DTC
25 Mar 2024
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