Pet population
Taiwan’s pet food industry nears $1 billion mark
A new study suggests that this growth is driven by rising pet ownership and increased spending on supplements.
Country report: rising pet ownership diversifies Malaysian market
It is believed that pet services in the Southeast Asian country generated $8.8 million in 2022.
Netherlands sees surge in abandoned pets; other countries follow same trend
The number of pet owners giving up their animals due to financial and time constraints is increasing.
Quarter of Gen Z forced to surrender pets amid soaring costs, survey finds
Rising pet care costs are forcing many U.S. pet owners to make difficult decisions about their pets’ futures.
Spotlight on the UK: What’s going on among British pet owners?
How is pet ownership changing? And how are financial pressures impacting on consumer spending and on the pet food market as a whole? A recent survey provides some answers.
Post-pandemic shifts in pet ownership
Worldwide, pet populations have significantly fluctuated since 2021. PETS International takes a look at what’s popular now among the world’s pet parents.
What we can learn from profiling Spain's pet parents
Their relationships with their animals, the type of food they buy and the retail channels they prefer determine the kind of pet parents they are.
US: Pet ownership returns to pre-pandemic levels
New APPA research highlights the high cost of keeping dogs and cats, including vet and boarding expenses.
Revealed: Australia’s most common pet breeds and top insurance claims
New research unveils that cavoodles and domestic short hairs are the country’s most popular dog and cat breeds.
$29 billion: the potential of the Asia Pacific pet care market
Euromonitor forecasts that the region’s pet industry will grow at a faster pace than North America and Europe. Which countries are in the lead?
The role of pets in supporting healthy lifestyles for senior owners in Japan
Most senior Japanese pet owners highlight the positive benefits of pet ownership. GlobalPETS dives into the results of a new survey.
22.6 million: pet ownership in the Netherlands increased slightly last year
A new survey reveals that more than 74% of pet parents in the country didn’t change their spending habits despite inflation.
Traveling with pets on public transport: the current state of play
Some countries have recently changed the rules around allowing small animals to be transported on their public transport networks.
The pet industry in Germany
An overview of the German pet market in 2024, including the most recent statistics and trends.
Japanese pet owners rely on friends’ and family’s opinions when choosing a pet
According to a new survey, these opinions are more important than advice from specialized pet stores or vets.
Belgian households own fewer pets in 2024
Cats remain the most popular pet, but the number of dogs is increasing. GlobalPETS has the details.
Majority of Brits are unaware of the ingredients in their pets’ food
Pet owners in Northern Ireland and London show the highest level of awareness. GlobalPETS unveils the detailed findings of a new survey.
France, Germany and UK make progress in animal welfare legislation
New proposals tackle pet abuse, limiting online pet trading and making pet abduction a criminal offense.
The French pet industry increased turnover in 2023, with e-commerce booming
The number of pets totaled 75.1 million nationwide, reaching pre-Covid levels.
Where are the most pet-friendly rentals in the US?
New research unveils the state of play when it comes to renting an apartment with furry friends.
