PETS International Magazine September 2022

The need to cope with a production increase is pushing the machinery sector to innovate faster than expected.

The major pet retailer in Brazil, one of the biggest in Latin America, believes in expansion and digitalization as the recipe for success.

Import tax burdens and low penetration of online sales prevent the market from being competitive on the international scene.

The root has multiple beneficial properties and is nutritional, flavorful and functional. But is it also good for pets?

The pet industry continues to see the potential for importing goods from the Asian giant, but bureaucratic challenges are stopping companies from expanding their footprint in the country.

Despite its resilience, the pet industry has to come up with alternative ways for moving forward during continuous price hikes and supply chain disruption.

The Latin American market is expected to reach a retail value of $16.3 billion this year, doubling its value since 2017. How are the industry players preparing for such an increase?

What are new pet parents’ habits? Where and how often do they buy? What types of products do they prefer? How do they think about their budget and future spending? We partnered with pet owner network Yummypets to find out.

From market trends to retail, branding and storytelling: the GlobalPETS Forum 2022 at Amsterdam Beach provided valuable insights into keeping up with the ‘new’ consumer.

Not all carbohydrates offer benefits that are validated by clinical studies. Here’s what animal nutritionists prioritize in pet diets.

Companies are striving to fulfill the growing demand for bespoke food solutions and services for newborn and young animals.

Long used as a binder in wet pet foods, this functional protein obtained from blood may offer relevant health benefits.

The high water-holding capacity and emulsification capabilities make citrus fiber a good solution for optimal food digestion.

Considered one of the fast-growing markets in the Latin American region, Brazil’s national pet industry grew by 27% last year. Exports are also on the rise.

Pet food production could reach 3 million tons in the next 5 years – a 50% increase.

From comfortable beds to puzzles and furniture: cat owners are focusing more on health and well-being benefits for their feline friends when purchasing new products.

What is the expected impact on the pet insurance sector following the sharp rise in numbers of the pet population?

Some ingredients that are often regarded as unhealthy or the cause of allergies can have positive nutritional and fiber value for pets.

Scientists are debating whether the benefits of this superfood’s richness in vitamins and minerals can be extended to animals.

Each year, the GlobalPETS Forum Award is presented to the company that demonstrates exceptional performance in relation to the topic of that year’s GlobalPETS Forum theme.

It is generally understood that the nutritional needs of puppies and kittens differ from those of adult dogs and cats. This is largely due to the particular life stage in which they find themselves and during which growth and development are key.