PETS International Magazine September 2024
In this issue, you’ll discover:
TRENDS AND INNOVATIONS
- Post-pandemic shifts in pet ownership
- The rising demand for luxury
- Trend reports on toys and oral hygiene products
- Sustainability, the legal landscape of greenwashing and ESG
COUNTRY REPORTS
- Spotlight on the UK, Mexico and Spain
- Regional report on Latin America
Articles in this issue
Pandemic puppies: pals or pests?
Compared with the expectations people have of owning a dog, the reality can sometimes be challenging. New research questions whether the pandemic worsened canine behavior.
Interview with Pipa Nogaró, CEO of Puppis: “There are still huge opportunities for pet players in Spanish-speaking countries in Latin America”
The Buenos Aires-based retailer is increasing its footprint in the region as local parents are becoming more conscious of their pets' well-being.
Pampered pets: The rising demand for luxury
Pet parents’ growing focus on their companion animal’s well-being is creating new opportunities for premium products and services.
Sponsored by LitPet E-Commerce Co. Ltd
Sponsored by LitPet E-Commerce Co. Ltd
Pioneering through innovation and science
LitPet is dedicated to more than just selling products, aiming to improve pet and owner health and happiness. The company motto: "healthy nutrition, lifelong companion".
Understanding the behavior and opinions of Mexican pet parents
With almost 70% of homes in Mexico now owning a pet, how is the country's economy and society changing in response?
The flavor factor: using science to make pet food more palatable
Ongoing research helps clarify the intricacies of making food agreeable to the taste, aiming to improve the eating experience for pets.
Sponsored by AFB International
Sponsored by AFB International
Why data-driven innovation is essential for pet food palatability
In the quest for perfect pet food, data-driven innovation is revolutionizing palatability by tailoring flavors and textures to the unique tastes of pets, ensuring consistency and quality in every bite.
Is it Latin America’s time to shine?
Changing consumer behavior, increased local pet food production, retail mergers, new e-commerce offerings – there’s a lot going on south of the US.
Play time: trends and diversification in pet toys
With toys becoming an essential item in pet parents’ shopping baskets, we discover today’s most popular products, new releases and latest innovations.
Innovations in oral hygiene products for pets
With dental health emerging as a significant concern among pet owners, PETS International analyzes the key trends and novel product launches in the pet oral care market.
M&A: what is the state of play?
Pandemic positivity has been replaced by new priorities for consumers, manufacturers and service providers. What does a pet care company now need to do to attract investors?
Sponsored by Kormotech
Sponsored by Kormotech
A Ukrainian pet food pioneer going global
Discover Kormotech’s remarkable journey, from local start-up to ranking in the world’s top 100 pet food manufacturers.
The role of fatty acids in pet health
Fatty acids are vital for pets' wellbeing – but what are the different kinds and how much do pets need?
Greenwashing and the global legal landscape
Everything, everywhere now claims to be ‘green’. The question is what that means in practice and whether that is the true color of a product or service.
Spotlight on the UK: What’s going on among British pet owners?
How is pet ownership changing? And how are financial pressures impacting on consumer spending and on the pet food market as a whole? A recent survey provides some answers.
Is sustainability changing the way we do business?
PETS International talked to representatives from 3 companies located in different parts of the world to discover their approaches to ESG.
Post-pandemic shifts in pet ownership
Worldwide, pet populations have significantly fluctuated since 2021. PETS International takes a look at what’s popular now among the world’s pet parents.
Examining the pieces of the inflation puzzle
Good news is on the horizon as price levels stabilize globally. But how is the situation still affecting pet owners?
Delving into what pet parents think about sustainability claims
Pet owners in different markets have varying perceptions of sustainability, but how do their attitudes affect their actions? And what are the implications for pet industry players?
What we can learn from profiling Spain’s pet parents
Their relationships with their animals, the type of food they buy and the retail channels they prefer determine the kind of pet parents they are.
Sponsored by Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC)
Sponsored by Pet Sustainability Coalition (PSC)
Blueprint for sustainable pet food protein sourcing
A new comprehensive guide for pet food companies addresses environmental, social and animal welfare concerns in protein sourcing.
