PETS International Magazine November 2025
In this issue, you’ll discover:
TRENDS
- Snacks with benefits and health-giving ingredients
- Membership schemes
- Outdoor accessories
PET INDUSTRY
- Retailer interview: Ramin Danaei, Kölle Zoo
- Professionalization of grooming
- Alternative therapies redefine veterinary care
- Country report: Germany
Articles in this issue
GlobalPETS Forum Award 2026
Who will follow in the footsteps of 2025’s winner, Earth Rated, and claim the prestigious GlobalPETS Forum Award?
Should you come to the industry’s most popular conference?
Discover why the GlobalPETS Forum attracts a sold-out crowd of 300 pet industry executives every year and why you might want to join too.
Pet food innovations lead the consumer pack
Despite inflationary pressures and supply-chain challenges, thousands of new offerings still launch in the sector each year. And their ability to stay the course rests on whether they can respond to evolving customer needs.
Fresh food: an emerging market for pet nutrition
The segment is outpacing the broader dog food category, as major retailers and brands launch new lines to meet rising consumer demand.
The shifting landscape of alternative pet food
A comprehensive survey across six countries reveals the feeding behavior of today’s pet parents and what factors are driving their choices.
Sponsored by Darling Ingredients Inc.
Sponsored by Darling Ingredients Inc.
Smarter proteins for a sustainable wet pet food future
How you can cut the carbon footprint of wet pet food, without compromising nutrition or quality.
The drawbacks of home-prepared pet food
Findings from the Dog Aging Project support previous research that most homemade meals for dogs lack dietary balance.
Alternative therapies move into the mainstream
Holistic treatments such as acupuncture, hydrotherapy and laser therapy are redefining how veterinary care is delivered.
Sponsored by Tetra Gmbh
Sponsored by Tetra Gmbh
Heritage meets innovation: Tetra’s evolving vision for the aquatics industry
How do seven decades of experience keep Tetra at the forefront of aquatic innovation?
Sponsored by Symrise Pet Food
Sponsored by Symrise Pet Food
Why dried egg is the ideal pet food ingredient
As pet food formulators seek ingredients that combine nutritional quality, sustainability and consumer appeal, dried egg is emerging as a versatile solution.
Dogs behaving badly: does nutrition have a role to play?
Scientists are investigating how dietary supplements may help address the increase in negative traits in dogs since the COVID years.
Animal fats: pet food or power source?
As the Category 3 debate enters a new phase, the industry looks to prevent the balance from tipping even further in favor of biofuels.
Birds and hamsters: small pets, big opportunities
With the European market for smaller companion animals evolving, industry leaders weigh in on how businesses can capitalize on emerging trends.
Championing pet-friendly design in urban environments
Nature-based solutions can bring benefits for businesses as well as for the planet, people and their companion animals.
Interview with Ramin Danaei, Managing Director, Kölle Zoo
Customized service and high basket value are keeping this German pet retailer strong in a competitive environment.
Country report: Germany – Larger and more discerning than ever
The German pet industry is a strong economic driver with vast potential. Yet continued success in this sector takes strategy, innovation and staying power.
The subscription boom reshaping pet retail
Major chains and insurers are starting to appreciate the strong revenue growth that can be driven by different types of customer loyalty models.
New UK legislation to mean stricter rules for subscription services
Membership models offer convenience and predictability, but a buyer protection framework addressing auto-renewals and cancellation rights is on the way.
Premium dog accessories segment continues to expand
Demand for top-of-the-range and high-performance products is holding up, demonstrating that consumers are prepared to pay for quality and practicality.
Protecting the future of pedigree dogs
Long-term insights into population trends and breeding patterns in the UK can help shape discussions on genetic health.
Sponsored by Nutriliq
Sponsored by Nutriliq
Science-led, brand-ready: Nutriliq’s take on pet supplements
Combining scientific insight with soft chew technology, the private label manufacturer gives brands a competitive edge in pet wellness.
Functional snacks dominate pet nutrition trends
The category is growing faster than the traditional mainstays of pet foods, driven by ingredients that claim to offer health and sustainability benefits.
Sponsored by ADM Animal Nutrition
Sponsored by ADM Animal Nutrition
Beyond brushing: what postbiotics could mean for pet dental health
An easier path to cleaner mouths may come not from tougher chews or more brushing, but from nutrition that reshapes the oral ecosystem.
Outlook bright for skin and coat care market
This pet care segment is expected to continue to grow strongly over the coming decade. Key drivers include natural ingredients, probiotics and a focus on preventive care.
Sponsored by Protix B.V.
Sponsored by Protix B.V.
Why dogs struggle with skin problems and how nutrition helps
New research points to the role of insect meal in supporting dogs’ skin barrier and antioxidant defenses.
Building the professionalization of pet grooming
Certifications, training programs and welfare standards being implemented across the world aim to create a skilled profession that meets the rising demand for qualified practitioners.
