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20% increase: higher demand for pet products boosts Zoetis’ first quarter
The American animal health company surpassed analysts’ expectations due to a strong demand for medicines and vaccines.
Exclusive: German pet industry hits €7 billion
A new survey shows that most owners purchased their pet supplies both in brick-and-mortar stores and online in 2023. But which channel is leading the sector?
Austria lists top retail and services firms, including pet players
These are the pet businesses that have ranked the highest in terms of customer satisfaction, customer service and affordability.
4 out of 10 British owners are in favor of work leave to take care of their sick dogs
A recent survey shows wide support for pet parents to enjoy the same rights as employees with children.
Musti: more sales in first quarter of 2024 but facing operating loss
The Nordic pet retailer, which has been recently acquired, admits that the results are lower than expected. GlobalPETS learns more.
Finnish pet food start-up to build largest Nordic online retailer
Alvar Pet has recently acquired online player Verkkokauppa Kivuton after securing a capital injection.
The pet industry in Australia
A 2024 overview of what the pet industry in Australia looks like, with the latest data and trends.
Symrise’s pet food portfolio witnesses double-digit growth in Q1 2024
Latin America and Asia-Pacific drove the portfolio, but sales in the category decreased slightly.
Purina starts 2024 with fewer sales but maintains yearly guidance
Nestlé’s pet segment is slowly recovering from price hikes, although it is still above average for the rest of the sectors. GlobalPETS dives into its latest quarterly financials.
Ethical products: a strategic necessity for industry success
How can pet players contribute to prioritizing ethical pro-welfare practices as part of their daily business?
Pet Supermarket’s strategic expansion in Greece’s pet sector
A closer look at how this Greek retailer is planning to grow from 12 to 100 stores.
Digging down into pet ownership across Greece
Some 4 out of 10 people in Greece own at least 1 pet. But what else does research tell us about pet parents in the country?
Pet parents and insect-based pet food: recipe for a great love story
A consumer survey powered by YummyPets reveals how pet parents feel about insect proteins in pet food and shows the high potential of such alternative protein sources in the industry.
Exciting rebrand for award-winning pet food brand Naturo
Mackle Petfoods, the pioneering force behind Naturo, has just unveiled an exciting refresh of its acclaimed brand.
Pet marketplaces: the place to be?
The number of new marketplaces offering exclusive pet services and products is on the rise. We look at the factors that are driving this trend, who the key players are, and what sort of opportunities are opening up.
Accelerators: driving the industry forwards
Venture capitalists and other strategic players are pivotal catalysts for progress in the pet industry, helping budding companies to get a headstart in today’s very competitive market.
A snapshot of the German e-commerce market
Despite a tough year in 2023, the 5-year online growth forecast is positive for Germany’s pet supplies category. We take a look at the changing market dynamics.
Online pet food shopping trends around the world
Why do consumers buy pet food online? Which types of delivery services most appeal to them? And how do preferences vary between Europe, North America and South America?
Discovering how sustainable packaging influences purchasing decisions
In a new study, almost half of the consumers asked said they buy sustainable pet product packaging to reduce their environmental footprint.
Packaging optimization for pet food manufacturers
What tactics have companies been exploring to minimize the environmental impact of their packaging while maximizing customer experience?
