Retail, Online & DTC
Zigly targets metro and high-growth Indian cities with new pet care centers
GlobalPETS speaks with the retailer’s CEO about the company’s plan to strengthen customer relationships and drive more frequent visits.
Germany: pet segment hits third strongest e-commerce growth in 2025
New data shows steady consumer activity, rising order values and strong performance from groceries, pharma and pet supplies.
PetMeds widens net loss while sales drop
The company registered a sharp decline in revenue and profitability in 2025, pressured by public buyout attempts.
Musti returns to double-digit growth in FY2025 driven by acquisitions
Recent expansions in the Baltics and Portugal contributed more than €9 million. GlobalPETS has the details.
A report of GlobalPETS Forum 2026
The industry gathering in Istanbul highlighted how innovation, data and shifting pet owner behaviors are shaping the future of the pet sector.
Fawaz Alenzi (Petzone): “Opening retail stores in Saudi Arabia is the logical next step”
The Kuwaiti multichannel pet business is targeting expansion in its neighboring country, while also growing in the UAE and entering the Qatari market.
Stephen Warner (Absolute Pets): “Customers enjoy the flexibility of quick delivery so there’s less need for subscriptions”
After being acquired by retail giant Woolworths, it’s an exciting time for the South African pet chain as it takes advantage of the group’s formidable network to boost brand visibility.
2026: what’s next in the pet business?
GlobalPETS compiles the seven trends poised to influence the industry this year.
Analysis: Amazon reduces marketplace fees for low-value goods in Europe
The pet food and clothing category is seeing referral fees drop by up to 10% to help small businesses remain competitive.
Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com relaunches in Europe
After 5 years out of the market, Joybuy will operate in the UK, Germany, France, the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg.









