Retail

The retailer’s ongoing pet category reset targets premium nutrition, exclusive brands and an expanded cat wet food assortment.

Fressnapf | Maxi Zoo, Chewy and Absolute Pets are reshaping their leadership teams to support growth, innovation and customer-focused strategies.

Exceptional growth in Norway helped the retailer, but investments and expansion are weighing on profitability.

Veterinarians, specialty stores and informal retail still play a significant role across categories.

Outward Hound, Musti Group and Pet Media Group are among the companies investing in their next phase of growth.

Digital channels hold steady at 28% for dog food and 21% for cat food, while supermarkets remain the dominant retail channel.

The British pet retailer shares plans to double its brick-and-mortar footprint over the next 5 years.

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

APPA data points to new highs in digital pet care shopping in 2025, led by strong uptake in the food, treats and essential categories.

Fresh food innovation and e-commerce growth are shaping the company’s next chapter. GlobalPETS sits down with CEO Shashank Sinha.