Pet care
$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?
Legislation update: new pet insurance laws in the US
GlobalPETS looks at the regulatory framework in Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey and New Hampshire.
Singapore pet start-up receives fresh funding
Pawprints aims to boost the firm’s operational capacity after the transaction. GlobalPETS talks to the company.
GlobalPETS data: How are pet parents adapting their spending patterns?
More than 5 in 10 British and Canadian pet owners are considering or have already traded down due to inflation.
Petco, General Mills, ADM and more: new executives in the pet industry
GlobalPETS tracks the latest executive hiring activity in the pet industry from the past few weeks.
KIKA Group’s exports increased 35% in 2023
The Lithuanian manufacturer and retailer is optimistic about increasing its product portfolio and market footprint this year.
The role of pet supplies in Amazon Prime Day 2024
The category is forecast to be a leader in the e-commerce giant’s annual shopping event.
Elanco sells aqua business to Merk Animal Health
The $1.3 billion (€1.1B) transaction will enable the Indiana-based animal health company to focus on its pet portfolio and repay debts.
What does the UK competition watchdog want to investigate in its vet inquiry?
GlobalPETS dives into the details shared by the country's Competition and Markets Authority.
Half of French pet owners have had to give up veterinary visits
According to new research, high costs, lack of appointments, and geographical obstacles are the reasons. GlobalPETS learns more.
Vetnique Labs to acquire UK supplement player Lintbells
Both companies are expected to combine their resources to drive acceleration in the British and American markets.
Mars completes stake acquisition in French veterinary players
The multinational has added Cerba Vet and ANTAGENE to its pet care portfolio.
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.
Swedish vet clinic FirstVet closes €20 million funding round
The capital injection will accelerate product development and support the company’s expansions plans in North America.
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.
New pet telemedicine law in Florida comes into effect in July
The southern state became the 7th in the US to regulate the model following Governor Ron DeSantis’s signature.
Iper La grande i rebrands its pet business
The Italian hypermarket chain expands its product portfolio to more than just food.
Latest investments in the pet insurance sector
Rainwalk Technology, RSA Insurance Group and Healthy Paws have recently attracted strategic investments.
Nationwide to cancel 100,000 pet insurance policies
The American pet insurance provider has announced the non-renewal due to inflationary pressures.
