News

1-2/2007

Pioneer in Russia

With four speciality stores to date in the urban and outlying areas of Moscow, the retail chain is an important player in the region. And another seven stores are…

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Emphasis on the exotic

Kölle Zoo, probably the most innovative pet supplies retailer in Germany, has opened its fifth themed store in Münster

Distribution1-2/2007

On the way to market leadership

The Romanian pet market is trying to emulate the European trend. The wholesaler Pet Product owns the retail chain Animax with nine stores, and …

Distribution1-2/2007

Pets are an important element

With 17 stores in Holland and one in Belgium, the fledgling Dutch garden centre group Life & Garden can look back on a satisfactory launch. …

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Positive market trend

Dog and cat food is still experiencing a growth trend in Europe. In eastern Europe in particular, the market is booming

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Trends in fishkeeping

Fishkeeping in Asia differs considerably from the way in which the hobby is pursued in Europe. Our regular contributor and fishkeeping expert John Dawes was …

Distribution1-2/2007

Market potential still far from exhausted

Products for small mammals bring in considerable sales each year in most European countries. And since the premium segment is growing …

Distribution1-2/2007

"We are now living the 3rd generation"

PET in Europe spoke to Erik Lambrecht, sales director at the Belgian company Versele Laga, about the European market for small mammals. He …

Suppliers1-2/2007

New initiatives for global partners

The British company Supreme Petfoods has gone from strength to strength, from launching its internationally known "Russel Rabbit" brand in 1990 …

Suppliers1-2/2007

Products and companies at a glance

Suppliers1-2/2007

"We see many opportunities for further expansion"

Royal Canin is celebrating its 40th anniversary. In conversation with PET in Europe, president and CEO Alain Guillemin talked in …

Suppliers1-2/2007

An Italian success story

Rinaldo Franco recently threw a big party to celebrate its 50th birthday. The rise of the Italian company shows that where there's a will, there's a way to…

Suppliers1-2/2007

Targeting the European market

As the supplier of "Cat Exclusive" and "Lone Star" products, the Danish family firm Iwersen enjoys a good reputation in many European countries. Its …

Suppliers1-2/2007

The economy is humming

Strong growth continues to be a feature of the US market. Dry food, treats and care products in particular are enjoying big sales increases

Distribution1-2/2007

Nothing is impossible

The USA is living up to its reputation as the land of unlimited opportunities, even in the pet sector

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Company with growing potential

Good products, clever marketing ideas and a good nose for market trends: the pet food manufacturer Midwestern Pet Foods is enjoying high sales growth…

Suppliers1-2/2007

Born of an automotive part

The Colorado-based Kong Company has been manufacturing and selling the “Kong” brand of dog toys for over thirty years. The story begins in Denver in 1970…

Suppliers1-2/2007

Dedicated to natural products

The Texan company Espree Animal Products is becoming increasingly active in the international arena. The manufacturer of natural grooming products …

Suppliers1-2/2007

High numbers at Chicago

Backer's increased attendance trend continues at its 40th anniversary Pet Industry Christmas Trade Show

Events1-2/2007

News

1-2/2007

"We want to promote innovation by the sector"

At the fourth DeZooFa show, which takes place from 4th to 6th May in Wiesbaden, a number of initiatives are to be launched that will …

Events1-2/2007