Italy

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

The Spanish cooperative enters the Italian pet food market with Life Pet Care, while Gimborn strengthens its cat litter portfolio through a majority stake in Cerberus.

Bond Vet, Zoetis and VetPartners are among the companies driving a new wave of consolidation across the pet health industry.

Jollyes, Fressnapf, Tractor Supply and other chains have announced new openings in recent months.

A year before it even opens, Zoomark 2027 has confirmed over 60% of the exhibition space, underlining its status as a premier hub for the global pet industry.

Players are gaining recognition for customer service leadership, supported by training programs and digital innovation.

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

The acquisition of Animal Store brings 12 additional locations in Calabria, while the company has agreed to develop a branded shop-in-shop format within a DIY retail partner.

The pet category ranked fourth for mobile app penetration among leading e-commerce companies operating in the country.

A new study shows Italian pet owners are increasingly prioritizing nutritional claims, while interest in locally made products declines.