South America
Chilean agrifood player Iansa sells pet food business
New owners aim to boost production in a market where 75% of households own a pet.
Are dietary supplements living up to their promise?
Despite widespread awareness of potential benefits, recent research shows significant variations in the use of this type of complementary pet nutrition across different countries.
2015-2025: A decade of petflation
A PETS International analysis shows that pet-related price increases have been particularly steep in Brazil, the UK and Australia over the past 10 years.
União Pet lowers cost-savings estimates from Petz–Cobasi merger
The newly formed Brazilian pet retailer plans to invest in omnichannel strategies and expand its service offerings, including franchises and pet health care plans.
Inflation snapshot: Price of pet services outpaced goods in 2025
An analysis of Consumer Price Index (CPI) data from Europe, the UK, the US, Canada and Brazil shows that veterinary costs continue to grow worldwide.
Pet food business backs Virbac financials in 2025
The companion animal business drove growth, with a 24.2% jump in North America, followed by gains across Latin America.
Analysis: EU–Mercosur deal opens door to pet food trade
The new treaty will facilitate trade between the EU and Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay by removing or reducing tariffs.
International shoppers prefer global over American brands, Ipsos says
New research reveals a decline in trust and purchase intent for brands perceived as American – except in the US itself.
Amazon expands pet supplies in new mobile app with ‘ultra-low prices’
Amazon Bazaar currently operates in 14 markets worldwide and plans to expand further in the coming months.
Colombia’s leading pharmacy chain opens pet store concept
Cruz Verde plans to consolidate the business and further roll out nationwide. The company’s President shares more with GlobalPETS.









