Health
Canada: Pet insurance growth slows despite record year
Dogs continued to dominate the sector, accounting for more than 80% of the market in 2025.
US: Pet insurance hits record levels in 2025
The population of insured pets grew by a high-single-digit percentage last year, with dogs continuing to account for the vast majority.
Tractor Supply and Freshpet double down on digital to capture pet market share
From vet services to DTC expansion, both players are reshaping their strategies to win higher-value customers.
Round-up: Funding surge fuels pet sector expansion across Europe and India
Omni Pet, Vetic, and FirstClub secure fresh capital to scale manufacturing, veterinary networks, and quick-commerce platforms.
Analysis: Pet health players bet on retail and DTC channels as vet visits decline
Non-prescription medicine is also expected to boost performance, especially with high rates of tick infections.
Customer service becomes the battleground for pet retailers
Players are gaining recognition for customer service leadership, supported by training programs and digital innovation.
EU: new pet laws strengthen traceability, welfare, breeding and cross-border travel
The rules establish harmonized identification systems and clarify obligations for owners, breeders and sellers over the coming years.
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Myths in pet joint health: 4 ‘beliefs’ debunked
Despite growing interest in pet wellbeing, both pet parents and brands remain uncertain about the most effective long-term approaches to managing joint health.
Latest pet industry investments in biotech, alternative ingredients and tech
Innovafeed, Travv, Golden Child, Petwealth and Meatly recently secured funding for insect protein, AI diagnostics, nutrition, at-home testing and cultivated meat.
US pet parents cut back on personal spending to support pets
A recent survey reveals that the monthly pet care budgets rose by 20% over the past year, while owners anticipate inflation in services and supplies.









