Consumer insights

Digital boosts revenue of Petz in Q1 2024

Digital boosts revenue of Petz in Q1 2024

The Brazilian pet retailer posted an online gross revenue increase of 16.6% vs. a drop of 6.1% in its physical stores.

Retail, Online & DTC
20 May 2024
Russia’s pet population has risen 11% since 2020

Russia’s pet population has risen 11% since 2020

New data reveals that last year, more than half of households in the country owned a pet. GlobalPETS dives into the insights.

Global Pet Industry
20 May 2024
Are New Zealand’s new “pet bonds” the solution to the housing crisis?

Are New Zealand’s new “pet bonds” the solution to the housing crisis?

The national government aims to grant tenants with pets greater opportunities to find suitable housing.

News
17 May 2024
Industry responds to the need for voluntary copper claims in pet food

Industry responds to the need for voluntary copper claims in pet food

AAFCO sought opinion after the pet industry largely opposed any change in the current rules due to a lack of scientific evidence.

Pet Food
15 May 2024
Analysis: The state of the pet hospitality sector

Analysis: The state of the pet hospitality sector

From investments to mergers and acquisitions, the field is generating interest within the industry.

Trends & Insights
15 May 2024
Volume growth drives Freshpet’s first months of 2024

Volume growth drives Freshpet’s first months of 2024

The New Jersey-based pet food company saw overall improvements across sales, income and profits.

Pet Food
10 May 2024
Exclusive: German pet industry hits €7 billion

Exclusive: German pet industry hits €7 billion

A new survey shows that most owners purchased their pet supplies both in brick-and-mortar stores and online in 2023. But which channel is leading the sector?

Trends & Insights
7 May 2024
Austria lists top retail and services firms, including pet players

Austria lists top retail and services firms, including pet players

These are the pet businesses that have ranked the highest in terms of customer satisfaction, customer service and affordability.

Trends & Insights
3 May 2024
4 out of 10 British owners are in favor of work leave to take care of their sick dogs

4 out of 10 British owners are in favor of work leave to take care of their sick dogs

A recent survey shows wide support for pet parents to enjoy the same rights as employees with children.

Trends & Insights
3 May 2024
Interzoo 2024: what to expect

Interzoo 2024: what to expect

Just days before the European pet trade fair kicks off in Germany, GlobalPETS examines how it will unveil the latest trends in pet care.

Trends & Insights
2 May 2024
The pet industry in Australia

The pet industry in Australia

A 2024 overview of what the pet industry in Australia looks like, with the latest data and trends.

Trends & Insights
26 Apr 2024
Purina starts 2024 with fewer sales but maintains yearly guidance

Purina starts 2024 with fewer sales but maintains yearly guidance

Nestlé’s pet segment is slowly recovering from price hikes, although it is still above average for the rest of the sectors. GlobalPETS dives into its latest quarterly financials.

Pet Food
25 Apr 2024
Digging down into pet ownership across Greece

Digging down into pet ownership across Greece

Some 4 out of 10 people in Greece own at least 1 pet. But what else does research tell us about pet parents in the country?

Global Pet Industry
18 Apr 2024
Pet marketplaces: the place to be?

Pet marketplaces: the place to be?

The number of new marketplaces offering exclusive pet services and products is on the rise. We look at the factors that are driving this trend, who the key players are, and what sort of opportunities are opening up.

Retail, Online & DTC
18 Apr 2024
A snapshot of the German e-commerce market

A snapshot of the German e-commerce market

Despite a tough year in 2023, the 5-year online growth forecast is positive for Germany’s pet supplies category. We take a look at the changing market dynamics.

Retail, Online & DTC
18 Apr 2024
Online pet food shopping trends around the world

Online pet food shopping trends around the world

Why do consumers buy pet food online? Which types of delivery services most appeal to them? And how do preferences vary between Europe, North America and South America?

Trends & Insights
18 Apr 2024
Discovering how sustainable packaging influences purchasing decisions

Discovering how sustainable packaging influences purchasing decisions

In a new study, almost half of the consumers asked said they buy sustainable pet product packaging to reduce their environmental footprint.

Trends & Insights
18 Apr 2024
Packaging optimization for pet food manufacturers

Packaging optimization for pet food manufacturers

What tactics have companies been exploring to minimize the environmental impact of their packaging while maximizing customer experience?

Production & Packaging
18 Apr 2024
Country report: Turkey - Future looks promising for Turkish pet food manufacturers

Country report: Turkey - Future looks promising for Turkish pet food manufacturers

Pet ownership is on the up, consumers are increasingly opting for higher quality and the export business is booming. Let’s take a closer look at the dynamics of the Turkish pet care market.

Global Pet Industry
18 Apr 2024
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