PETS International Magazine October 2019

With an ever-increasing number of working dogs, this segment offers interesting opportunities for innovative solutions in the field of nutrition and accessories. Especially now that the demand for psychiatric assistance dogs is growing.

In past years there has been a steady stream of new product developments in the pet food and treat market. Increased awareness of nutritional and technological benefits of ingredients such as fibre allows manufacturers to develop more holistic solutions. 

Leiber has a global presence with its yeast products – rooted in tradition and yet innovative for the future.

When it was set up over 30 years ago, the company’s philosophy was ‘In harmony with people, animals and nature’. And this is still at the heart of their activities today.

The pet retail landscape needs to change to create solid foundations for the next stage of growth. Europe’s biggest chain is the Fressnapf Group, celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2020. What is Torsten Toeller planning for the company he founded?

In a region where dogs seem to be shrinking, there is growth at both ends of the market. Premium food and non-food segments are appealing to the small-dog owner, while retailers introduce more and more private labels.

Pricing excellence = increasing profits by optimising prices for your current portfolio + using pricing for value for your innovations. 

Grand Hyatt Athens, Wednesday 22 January 2020

The theme of this GlobalPETS Forum is: ‘Get into the heart of the consumer’. A topic as relevant as ever, with emerging online channels and changing consumer shopping behaviour. 

Strategic initiative to improve the palatability performance of wet cat food

CBD has introduced a new and exciting ingredient to the supplement industry. How is the market developing in the US?

Interest in CBD as an ingredient in pet products is growing in Europe. How can manufacturers navigate the still inconsistent regulatory environment?

Botanicals for pets are on the rise, which is no surprise as the market for botanical supplements for humans is booming. But pet food brands still need to prove their added value.

As pet accessories trends closely mimic those of their owners, it pays to keep a finger on the pulse of human accessories trends.

The growth of wearable tech is no longer confined to the human world and is making inroads into the pet market. Where is it headed?

How is the evolving relationship between humans and animals changing perceptions and habits in everyday life and, in turn, influencing pet wearables trends? 

Wearables are the new frontier of pet tech. What are the technologies out there and what’s next?

Besides their conventional role as a pet, dogs are widely used for both sport and work activities. The duration and intensity of the activity, as well as environmental conditions under which these dogs are working, can vary significantly. Feeding working dogs is therefore demanding and greatly dependent on the type of work performed. 

Working dogs – or simply put ‘dogs with jobs’ – have a more demanding task compared to the average pet canine. From assistance to exploratory searching, defence and protection, working dogs need equipment to keep them on task. 

Zolux stays focussed on market trends and customer needs and is now seriously taking into account environmental issues.