Croatia
Has junior pet food hit a ceiling?
Puppy and kitten products – both dry and wet – seem to have claimed all available shelf space, even in developing markets. Is there still room for growth?
“We are looking to enter a sixth country in 2026”, Timo Tervo, CEO, Pet Network International
Entrepreneurial by nature, the Croatian omnichannel retailer is keen to take advantage of all platforms that can bring it closer to its customers.
M&A in the pet industry heats up with strategic deals
Veterinary services, pet treats, and online retail dominate the investment landscape this summer.
Regional report the Balkans: global opportunities
With the Balkan nations thriving in many respects, PETS International looks at the similarities and differences that exist between the pet markets in Serbia, Croatia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina from retail and manufacturing perspectives.
GPF 2024: present and future of the pet industry
More than 300 insiders gathered in Venice to share their knowledge, experiences and key insights on opportunities for pet businesses.
Fressnapf hits €3.5 billion in sales in 2022
The German pet retailer says the business performed positively, especially in Poland and France.
Pet Network International acquires pet retailers in Bulgaria and Croatia
With the acquisition of Zoo Group Stefanov and Zvjerinjak, the company aims to validate its leading position in southeast Europe.
ZOOCITY opens its first megastore in Zagreb
The new location of the Croatian pet retailer features 7,000 products, including freshly baked biscuits for dogs.
Fressnapf expands operations in Romania and Croatia
The German retailer will open 14 new stores and acquire Super Zoo locations across both countries to consolidate its online and omnichannel strategy.
Plaček Group aims to expand the network in Eastern Europe
The pet retailer recently inaugurated its 150th Super zoo store in the Czech Republic and plans to open 10 more by the end of the year.









