France

The European pet retailer added 53 stores alongside increases in like-for-like sales and profitability.

Pet food sales grew strongly in the Iberian country in 2025, while France’s pet market approached stagnation and the UK maintained a more moderate upward trajectory.

The move follows the online retailer’s launch in France 2 years ago and adds 10,000 products to its German offering. GlobalPETS speaks to the company.

Elanco, Virbac, Boehringer Ingelheim, ADM and Pet Service Holding post higher revenue and earnings.

Ceva Animal Health and APC are among the companies that have announced strategic agreements in recent months. GlobalPETS has the details.

Fish numbers decline 13.6% year-on-year, while cats and dogs also record slight drops but remain the most common companion animals.

New industry data reveals that 5 European countries account for nearly half of all direct-to-consumer pet food brands in the region.

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

The European pet retailer expanded its store network in France, Italy and Poland, and opened a new e-commerce fulfillment center.

New data suggest a surge in deal-seeking behavior, with 37% of shoppers actively researching promotions before making a purchase.