E-commerce

Fressnapf | Maxi Zoo, Chewy and Absolute Pets are reshaping their leadership teams to support growth, innovation and customer-focused strategies.

Exceptional growth in Norway helped the retailer, but investments and expansion are weighing on profitability.

Strong performances in Europe and manufacturing offset softer demand in North America. Amazon sales and veterinary partnerships are expected to drive margins in the next quarter.

Veterinarians, specialty stores and informal retail still play a significant role across categories.

Outward Hound, Musti Group and Pet Media Group are among the companies investing in their next phase of growth.

Digital channels hold steady at 28% for dog food and 21% for cat food, while supermarkets remain the dominant retail channel.

APPA data points to new highs in digital pet care shopping in 2025, led by strong uptake in the food, treats and essential categories.

Fresh food innovation and e-commerce growth are shaping the company’s next chapter. GlobalPETS sits down with CEO Shashank Sinha.

Double-digit growth in cat food and improved pricing helped boost fourth-quarter sales and profit, while organic sales remained under pressure.

From vet services to DTC expansion, both players are reshaping their strategies to win higher-value customers.