Pet industry acquisition roundup: Autumn 2025

From Europe to Latin America, North America, Asia and the Middle East, the pet industry continues to fuel growth through acquisitions, with companies expanding their portfolios across key markets.

Ultra Premium Direct 

Paris-based Eurazeo has finalized the sale of its stake in French direct-to-consumer pet food brand Ultra Premium Direct (UPD) to British pet food manufacturer Inspired Pet Nutrition (IPN).

The transaction marks a strategic step for both parties. Under Eurazeo’s ownership, UPD expanded its premium dog and cat food offering and strengthened its presence in France’s growing e-commerce channel. 

By joining IPN, known for its brands such as Harringtons and Wagg, UPD gains access to broader distribution and additional resources to accelerate growth in European markets.

Founded in 2013 in the French Lot-et-Garonne region, UPD)is a pet food maker and direct-to-consumer (DTC) online pet food company. Eurazeo acquired a majority stake in the company for €68 million ($79.1M) in 2021. 

Pet Service Holding 

Dutch pet care firm Pet Service Holding has acquired Petlux, a pet product supplier based in Woerden (42 km south of Amsterdam).

Petlux offers advanced and patented litter boxes, feeding and drinking systems and exercise wheels. Its products are currently available in 250 stores across Europe, ranging from Pets Place in the Netherlands to Mobexpert in Hungary.

“We strongly believe that this acquisition not only contributes to our financial results but also aligns perfectly with our strategy to invest in high-potential brands with a strong customer-centric focus,” says Ron van Veldhoven, CEO of Pet Service Holding. “With Petlux, we are integrating a dynamic, future-oriented company that is ready for its next growth phase.”

Pet Service Holding will allocate a total investment of €2.5 million ($2.9M) to Petlux. Of this amount, 50% will be injected directly into the company’s capital. The remainder will be paid in shares of Pet Service Holding, which are listed on Euronext Growth, a pan-European stock exchange.

Inverness Graham

Philadelphia-based buyout firm Inverness Graham has acquired Bosco & Roxy’s through its pet treat platform, Treat Planet.

Headquartered in London, Ontario, Bosco & Roxy’s is a producer of decorated baked dog treats. Its portfolio includes seasonal products for holidays such as Christmas and Halloween, as well as year-round treats for birthdays and other celebrations.

“It represents a natural extension of our strategy to build a category-leading consumable pet product company,” says Aliya Khaydarova, Partner at Inverness Graham. 

“With its state-of-the-art, 80,000 sq ft facility, Bosco & Roxy’s is one of North America’s largest and most advanced pet bakeries. The combination strengthens Treat Planet’s speed-to-innovation capabilities and Grab-and-Go channel leadership, positioning the company for accelerated growth,” she adds.

Grupo Diana

Grupo Diana, a Colombian rice producer, has entered the Latin American pet market through its acquisition of Alimentos Nutrión at an undisclosed amount.

Nutrión specializes in cat and dog food and snacks, including products for adult and senior dogs, and has been producing pet food in Bogotá for more than 31 years.

Andrés Murra, CEO of Grupo Diana, says that the acquisition’s goal is to “continue strengthening a portfolio with many variables, where we can offer Colombian families excellent quality products at the best possible price.”

Pet Corner

Dubai-based pet retailer Pet Corner has acquired Abu Dhabi-based Jungle Paws, marking its first acquisition of a pet store and expanding its regional presence.

Following this move, Jungle Paws will retain its identity but integrate operations, systems and service standards under Pet Corner.

“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 Sidarth Mahindra, Owner and Co-founder of Pet Corner.

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

Founded in 2004, Pet Corner currently operates over 20 locations across the UAE, as well as an e-commerce platform, distributing more than 10,000 unique pet products.