South America
EU deals set to expand pet trade horizons
Lower duties could unlock new markets for European brands while also enabling emerging producers to trade more productively with the bloc.
Bilateral agreements boost pet industry exports
With simplified procedures and clear certification requirements, governments are creating pathways to meet increasing global demand.
National pet brands hold their ground in Europe and the Americas
A survey across six markets reveals that while dry food is highly competitive, wet food tends to show stronger brand concentration.
Expanding pet food production: Purina, Trouw Nutrition, J.M. Smucker, MicroHarvest
From Europe to Latin America and Asia, pet players have recently been investing in new facilities.
Interview: Emefin investment group to open 80 new pet stores in 5 countries in 2026
The Peruvian owner of pet retail chains Animalis and Tiendanimal plans to expand its store network and strengthen its omnichannel capabilities.
HR alert: American pet players announce new leadership changes
The latest appointments in the region span finance, supply chain, marketing and general management roles. GlobalPETS has the details.
i-Tail: Treats and US performance drive FY2025 earnings
The region accounted for nearly 60% of the Thai pet food manufacturer’s total sales, while profitability dropped to low double-digits.
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.









