Dubai-based Pet Corner makes first pet store acquisition

Pet care retailer Pet Corner is expanding its regional presence with the acquisition of Jungle Paws, a pet retailer based in Abu Dhabi. The deal marks its first-ever acquisition of a pet store brand.

The acquisition brings Pet Corner’s footprint to 19 operating stores, with 2 more set to open soon. It also serves as a stepping stone toward the company’s goal of creating a more unified and seamless customer experience across the Emirates.

“Jungle Paws is a natural fit for us, not only because of its strong presence in community-focused neighborhoods, but also because it [shares] our values of quality, reliability and care,” Sidarth Mahindra, Owner and Co-Founder of Pet Corner, tells GlobalPETS.

He adds that the acquisition will enable the company to consolidate its resources and offer a broader range of premium products and services, including dog and cat food, accessories, grooming essentials, aquatics and veterinary care solutions.

According to Pet Corner, the UAE pet care market is experiencing double-digit growth, driven by rising pet ownership, an increasing focus on premium nutrition and the humanization of pets.

Plans for the new company

Following the acquisition, Jungle Paws will retain its identity, powered by Pet Corner, while integrating its operations, systems and service standards.

“Customers will continue to see the familiar Jungle Paws storefronts and staff they know, while benefitting from the depth of Pet Corner’s assortment, promotions and customer loyalty initiatives,” says Mahindra.

“They will also benefit from improved stock availability and faster delivery times due to our combined logistics network,” he adds.

Looking ahead

The acquisition accelerates Pet Corner’s vision to expand from 25 to 35+ stores across the UAE and to make premium pet care more accessible at a neighborhood level. 

“It also strengthens our backbone for regional growth, helping us test operational models, build stronger vendor partnerships and create scalable systems that can be replicated across the GCC and India,” Mahindra says.

Pet Corner anticipates more acquisitions and partnerships in the future as the UAE pet care market continues to expand. It also aims to expand beyond the country. “The UAE is our home base, but our long-term vision has always been regional. We are already laying the groundwork for expansion into Saudi Arabia and India, given the scale and growth of their pet care sectors,” he says.

“We already have a formal distribution network set up in India where we distribute pet products, especially our in-house brands. Beyond that, we are eyeing Oman, Qatar and selected African markets as next steps, where demand for premium and reliable pet care is growing rapidly,” Mahindra adds.

Pet Corner background

Founded in 2004, Pet Corner sources pet food and supplies, and offers a range of pet care services, including in-store and mobile grooming, aquarium services, pet sitting, pet taxi, boarding and veterinary care.

It currently operates over 20 locations across the UAE, as well as an e-commerce platform, distributing more than 10,000 unique pet products.